The Machinist

The Machinist(2004)

"How do you wake up from a nightmare if you’re not asleep?"

7.5/10
5,917 votes
101 minSeptember 24, 2004

Overview

Trevor, an insomniac lathe operator, experiences unusual occurrences at work and home. A strange man follows him everywhere, but no one else seems to notice him.

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