The Italian Machine

Nan
0h 30m
1976
6 /10 (9)

Overview

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.

Country : Canada
Languages : English
Released Date: 1976-12-02

Top Billed Cast

Gary McKeehan

Frank Moore

Chuck Shamata

Louis Negin

Hardee T. Lineham

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Toby Tarnow

Lana

Géza Kovács

Ricardo

Cedric Smith

Luke

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