A Frustrating Disappointment. After watching this film you'll really feel like leaving the world behind.
This movie had the potential to be a gripping psychological thriller, but it ultimately fails to deliver. Despite its intriguing premise and a talented cast featuring Julia Roberts, Ethan Hawke, and Mahershala Ali, the film quickly devolves into a frustrating exercise in ambiguity and unanswered questions.The movie sets up an eerie atmosphere with strange events and a mysterious blackout, but it never capitalizes on these elements. Instead of providing any coherent plot or meaningful exploration of themes like race and societal collapse, it meanders through disconnected scenes that lead nowhere.The characters, despite being portrayed by seasoned actors, lack depth and relatability, making it hard to care about their fates. As the story drags on at a snail’s pace, viewers are left hoping for a resolution that never comes. The film’s refusal to offer any satisfying conclusion feels like a cop-out, leaving audiences with more frustration than anything else.In the end, Leave the World Behind is a disappointing and tedious experience, wasting both its potential and your time. Skip this one—you’re not missing much.