Action,Crime,Drama
Canada,United States of America
Antitrust is a 2001 thriller film directed by Peter Howitt and starring Ryan Phillippe, Tim Robbins, and Rachael Leigh Cook. The story follows Milo Hoffman (Phillippe), a talented computer programmer who is recruited to join a cutting-edge technology firm called NURV in Portland, Oregon. NURV is run by the charismatic Gary Winston (Robbins), who quickly becomes a mentor to Milo.
Milo is thrilled to be working alongside a team of brilliant programmers, including his new girlfriend Lisa (Cook). However, he soon realizes that something is not quite right at NURV. He discovers that the company's success is built on stolen ideas and illegal activities. When he confronts Gary, he is shocked to learn that his boss will stop at nothing to maintain NURV's monopoly in the tech industry, including murder.
Milo decides to take action and sets out to expose NURV's illegal practices. He enlists the help of his hacker friend Teddy (Yee Jee Tso) to break into NURV's well-guarded server room. As Milo gets closer to uncovering the truth, he becomes a target himself and must use all his skills to protect himself and his loved ones.
The film explores themes of corporate greed, technology, and the price of success. It received mixed reviews from critics but was praised for its suspenseful plot and strong performances from the cast. Antitrust is a cautionary tale about the need for transparency and ethics in the tech industry.
