Theremin: An Electronic Odyssey
1994·United States·83 min.
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A documentary about the amazing life of Leon Theremin, inventor of the theremin, the electronic musical instrument so beloved of 50s sci-fi movie music. Theremin amazed America with his instrument until his kidnapping by Soviet agents in the mid-30s. Upon his release from a labor camp, he worked on surveillance devices for the KGB. Almost 60 years later , he is brought back to America for a touching reunion with his friends and colleagues.
DirectorSteven M. Martin
ScreenwriterSteven M. Martin
MusicHal Willner
Original titleTheremin: An Electronic Odyssey