Before Macintosh: The Apple Lisa

About This Movie

Before Macintosh: The Apple Lisa takes you on a deep dive into the often overlooked world of Apple's early tech ventures. The pacing is measured, allowing you to soak in the stories behind the faces who shaped this machine, from engineers to marketers. It's fascinating how the film brings to life the tech atmosphere of the early '80s, contrasting it with the glitz of the eventual Macintosh. The interviews feel genuine, capturing the bittersweet essence of the Lisa's legacy and its cult status among collectors. You get a real sense of both its innovative spirit and its commercial struggles. The exploration of its later life as a collectible adds a nice layer, making it more than just a history lesson.

Includes interviews with original team membersExplores the Lisa's impact on later computingDelves into its status as a collectible item