Actor Armie Hammer is back in the headlines following Variety’s report that his upcoming film Citizen Vigilante has secured worldwide distribution. For those interested in revisiting one of his earlier performances, the MPI Original short 2081 offers a timely and thought-provoking adaptation of Kurt Vonnegut’s classic short story Harrison Bergeron.

Set in a dystopian future where the 212th Amendment to the Constitution has made everyone “finally equal,” 2081 imagines a society in which strength, beauty, and intelligence are treated as unfair advantages. The strong wear weights, the beautiful wear masks, and the intelligent are forced to wear devices that interrupt their thoughts. At the center of the story is Harrison Bergeron, played by Armie, whose act of defiance challenges a government determined to suppress individuality.

If you’re looking for an educational activity to keep your kids engaged this summer, 2081 offers more than an entertaining film. MPI has also developed free companion resources, including lesson plans and classroom videos that explore themes such as equality, resistance, artistic expression under oppression, and individual liberty. They’re designed to help parents, educators, and students continue the conversation long after the credits roll.

Narrated by Academy Award nominee Patricia Clarkson and featuring an original score performed by the Kronos Quartet, 2081 has introduced thousands of students to Vonnegut’s enduring story and continues to serve as a valuable educational resource.

Watch 2081 and explore the free educational materials at thempi.org/2081.