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Key Features:
Telepathy, Invention, Technology, Science fiction, Mind control, Paranoia, Thriller, Privacy, Moral ambiguity
Tone:
suspense-driven, serious
Target Audience:
Sci-fi fans, Thriller enthusiasts, Tech-savvy viewers
Emotional Arc:
Intrigue → Dread

Listening

2015-09-11
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For years, we have tried to harness the power of the human mind… and failed. Now, one breakthrough will change everything. Beyond technology. Beyond humanity. Beyond control. David, Ryan, and Jordan hope the telepathy invention will solve all their problems, but the bleeding-edge technology opens a Pandora’s box of new dangers, as the team discovers that when they open their minds, there is nowhere to hide their thoughts.

Genres
Drama, Thriller, Science Fiction
Cast
Thomas Stroppel, Artie Ahr, Amber Marie Bollinger, Christine Haeberman, Steve Hanks, Buddy Daniels Friedman
Crew
Khalil Sullins, Khalil Sullins
Rating
5.7(85 votes)
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