The Italian Machine 47 years old

This TV play, written and directed David Cronenberg, explores one of his enduring themes: obsessive relationships with technology. A group of bike fanatics determine to get their hands on a Ducati 900 Desmo SuperSport owned by a rich guy, by any means necessary.

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The Italian Machine Cast

Name Character
Cedric Smith He was 33, now 80 years old as Luke
Géza Kovács He was 18, 60 years old when he died as Ricardo
Chuck Shamata He was 34, now 82 years old
Louis Negin He was 47, now 94 years old
Gary McKeehan
Toby Tarnow She was 39, now 86 years old as Lana
Hardee T. Lineham as Bug
Frank Moore He was 30, 67 years old when he died

The Italian Machine Crew

Name Department
David Cronenberg as Director. He was 33 (now 81) years old Directing
David Cronenberg as Writer. He was 33 (now 81) years old Writing
Gail Carr as Casting. Production
The Italian Machine poster
The Italian Machine (47 years)

  • Release day: Thursday, December 02, 1976
  • Runtime: 30 minutes
  • Budget: 100000.00