The Zero Theorem: Building the Mancom Mainframe
February 12th, 2014Go behind the scenes with Terry Gilliam and his team as they discuss creating the largest mainframe computer ever, Mancom, for The Zero Theorem.
The Zero Theorem is an upcoming science fiction film by director Terry Gilliam (Brazil, Twelve Monkeys) and starring Christoph Waltz, Melanie Thierry, Tilda Swinton and Matt Damon.
In the film, an eccentric and reclusive computer genius (Waltz) plagued with existential angst works on a mysterious project aimed at discovering the purpose of existence—or the lack thereof—once and for all. However, it is only once he experiences the power of love and desire that he is able to understand his very reason for being.
Take a look at the trailer for The Zero Theorem here along with more behind-the-scenes footage.
