Atlas Shrugged: Part I (film adaptation)

"Atlas Shrugged: Part I" is the first film adaptation of Ayn Rand's 1957 novel. It follows the story of Dagny Taggart, a railroad executive, as she struggles to keep her company afloat amidst increasing government regulation and societal decline. The film highlights themes of individualism, the value of productive work, and the consequences of a collectivist society. As inventors and entrepreneurs mysteriously disappear, Dagny seeks to understand the reasons behind this phenomenon, leading to a larger philosophical confrontation between innovation and mediocrity. The film sets the stage for a broader exploration of Rand's ideas about capitalism and freedom.