Though it’s a movie inspired by video games, it’s important that note that Tron is no mere video game movie. That’s an essential distinction to make, considering director Steve Lisberger was motivated into making the movie when he saw ancient arcade game Pong for the very first time.

Unlike the influx of movies based on video games that have seized our screens during the past decade (and beyond), Tron somehow manages to straddle the worlds of games and movies. And it does so without damaging the rep of either, standing as its own entity. Max Payne and Super Mario Bros should be weeping into the abysmal box office receipts right about now.

Crucially, Tron offers a dual experience – one that appeals to both gamers and filmers. With its trippy game logic and epic movie furnishings, it’s a film that unites both pastimes to thrilling effect. And that’s no mean feat.