The Illustrated Man is a 1969 science-fiction film based on a collection of short stories of the same name by Ray Bradbury. The main character, the Illustrated Man, is played by Rod Steiger, and the film is directed by Jack Smight.
The movie begins with the Illustrated Man wandering through the desert, looking for a woman named Felicia who cursed him with the tattoos on his body. The tattoos come to life and reveal strange, often unsettling stories as he tells them to a young drifter named Willie (played by Robert Drivas), whom he meets on the road.
The first story is called "The Veldt" and tells the tale of a hi-tech nursery that becomes a deadly trap for two children and their parents. The second story is called "Kaleidoscope" and features a group of astronauts who become lost in space after their ship explodes. The third story, "The Other Foot," is set in a future society where white people have become the minority and have to deal with the consequences of their past actions.
The Illustrated Man continues to recount his tales as he and Willie travel the country, encountering strange and surreal situations. The film ends with a twist as Willie discovers the secret behind the Illustrated Man's curse.
The Illustrated Man was not well-received by critics upon its release, but has since become a cult classic for its unique storytelling and striking visuals. It is considered a must-see for fans of classic science-fiction and the works of Ray Bradbury.