"Sanctuary is a pre-catastrophe code word. Used for a place of unity."
In the Year 2274, humans live in a large sealed metropolis, where everyone lives a hedonistic lifestyle. Until you turn 30 that is, when a person must report to Carousel, and supposedly be reborn. Those who do not report are pursued and terminated by 'Sandmen'. One such sandman is Logan (Michael York), who derives much joy from his job. Then one day he's given the task of infiltrating and uncovering the underground organisation that helps runners escape. He joins up with Jessica6 (Jenny Agutter) and runs, pursued by his former best friend Francis (Richard Jordan). As he gets further into the underground he begins to question the while basis of his beliefs. Can he find sanctuary and will he betray them if he does?
A 70's perspective on the future, all clean and white and gossamer clothing, but stands the test of time better than most other futuristic sci-fi's of its age. Entertaining. if lightweight film.
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