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The Institute

"Is it a cult? Is it a game? Or is it a life-changing adventure..."

October 11, 2013 1h 32m 6.2/10 (30 votes)

Originally released in 2013. The Institute is a documentary film. directed by Spencer McCall.

Starring Arye Bender, Jeff Hull, and Gordon McLaughlin

Synopsis

Thousands of participants in a San Francisco-based alternate reality game end up getting more than they bargained for. Told from the players’ perspectives, the film looks over the precipice at an emergent new art form where the real world and fictional narratives merge to create unforeseen and often unsettling consequences. Examining counter-culture, new religious movements and street art, this film takes the viewer on a journey into a secret underground world teeming just beneath the surface of everyday life.

Quick Facts

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Release Date October 11, 2013 12 years ago
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Runtime 1h 32m 92 minutes total
User Rating 6.2/10 Good (30 votes)
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Language English Original language

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Institute about?

Thousands of participants in a San Francisco-based alternate reality game end up getting more than they bargained for. Told from the players’ perspectives, the film looks over the precipice at an...

Who directed The Institute?

The Institute was directed by Spencer McCall.

How long is The Institute?

The Institute has a runtime of 1 hours and 32 minutes (92 minutes total).

When was The Institute released?

The Institute was released on October 11, 2013 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Institute?

The main cast of The Institute includes Arye Bender, Jeff Hull, Gordon McLaughlin, Daniel Shoup.