Group Actions
Engagement
  • Author Author: bluescreen
  • Date Created: Date Created
  • Views 2904 views
  • Likes 4 likes
  • Comments 30 comments
Related
Recommended

Best references to electronic engineering in film or TV?

bluescreen

Hi Guys.

 

I was watching The Conversation starring Gene Hackman a few nights ago and came across a nice exchange between two of the main characters discussing the design of (then) advanced surveillance equipment:

 

Bernie: That's very nice, Harry. What did you use?

 

Harry: A three-stage directional microphone. MOSFET amplifier of my own design.

 

image

 

It's always nice when a serious attempt is made by filmmakers to include accurate depictions of technology. It made me wonder: what other cool references to electronic engineering have you come across in popular film or TV? Post them below in the comments!

 

And if you haven't seen The Conversation, it's an amazing film that's just as timely today as when it first came out in 1974.

Parents

  • Here's an excellent movie you've probably never heard of: Bellman and True (UK, 1987).  It involves an elaborate bank heist done using clever adaptations of cheap off-the-shelf video and robotic technology.  The tech is shown with lots of detail.  It's from HandMade Films, so expect excellent acting, excellent writing, and no budget for car chases and explosions.

Comment

  • Here's an excellent movie you've probably never heard of: Bellman and True (UK, 1987).  It involves an elaborate bank heist done using clever adaptations of cheap off-the-shelf video and robotic technology.  The tech is shown with lots of detail.  It's from HandMade Films, so expect excellent acting, excellent writing, and no budget for car chases and explosions.

Children