To Be (1990): cast, story & where to watch
1990 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 1990, To Be is a notable film directed by John Weldon.
What it’s about. Blending fantasy and reality, this animated short is a bold inquiry into an as yet unresolved problem - the nature of human identity. When a scientist creates a machine that can make copies of physical objects, including humans, a number of ethical questions arise. Is the technique moral? What of its safety? A film by Oscar-winning filmmaker John Weldon (who also wrote the catchy banjo tune that punctuates the story's changing moods).
Who’s in it. To Be stars Howard Ryshpan as Scientist (voice).
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, To Be sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch To Be page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch To Be (1990)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for To Be change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is To Be worth watching?
- To Be holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in To Be?
- To Be stars Howard Ryshpan.
- When was To Be released?
- To Be was released in 1990.