Here is why this movie deserves better compliment:
Many people have a habit of watching movies that must have a clear narrative, characters with motives and progression, and a positive humanistic message. But in reality, life isn't like that at all. For example, watching this movie and understanding its plot within 2-3 short days, in real life, we may not even have a clue about what's happening in the world. It's uneasy, chaotic, divisive, promising, then breaking promises, it happens.
Personally, I believe watching a film should be an experience, not constraining the story. Not every movie is a TV series, a romance, or a detective film. I appreciate Julia Roberts for consistently portraying extreme emotions and still being okay. I've seen some of her previous films, mostly romantic ones, where her gentle affection is evident in her performance. What I mean is she maintained a continuous rhythm for this film, portraying various extreme emotions, keeping the audience engaged. I really liked that.
Other characters are criticized, Friends is worshipped, or Ruth is ruthless - in reality, there are people like that. But the issue is what motivates them to become like that, that's more telling. Everything happens because of reasons in their history, right?
Regarding filmmaking, I think this film is top-notch. Sure, it definitely utilizes a lot of VFX, but look at it. Everything is quite cohesive to evoke a sci-fi feel.
Even the changes in lighting angles, rays of light, they all serve a purpose.
The film is also bold in directly mentioning a big brand like Tesla and labeling its system as garbage, a problem for society.
In short, there are many details that are great, everyone should appreciate and embrace them. Don't just criticize the film and expect it to be as smooth as other popular genres - that is also boring.
I give it 4 stars because I wish Julia Robert could marketing is harder than in real life, so people are less shocked when watching, lol. Perhaps most people watch the film because of her, and she's more famous for rom-coms than this genre, lol. But just a bit of criticism, because in her role as Amanda, she also hates the profession she's in, lol.
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