The back is the haze, the forward is the mountain pass

Kira 2022-04-20 09:01:12

The idea of ​​the first half of the film is somewhat similar to that of The Matrix, but the protagonist is a clone. The clones were kept in an isolated environment, serving the desire of human immortality, until finally one clone found out that the world they lived in was just a lie, and the story started from here... The director's understanding of the story is full of loopholes, no matter whether it is special effects or big scenes, it can't greatly improve the quality of the movie. I don't know how this director who burns so much money can make so many movies. The director's philosophical understanding is also not in place. He wants to express that clones are just like humans. As long as they have ideas, they are life worthy of awe, but they also set up some plots that make people feel different. For example, clones are obviously more selfless than human thoughts. many. Maybe the director wants to express that captivity is the ladder of human progress? Sounds like a step backwards... Sure, it's a good shot to spend so much money on it, but aren't those cerebral palsy killer chase scenes really insulting the audience's IQ? The performance of the little angel Ivan was still so surprising. In the rival scene between the clone and his main body, the personality conflict between one person and two people was very touching. Also, I feel that the film is partly an allegory.

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  • Camylle 2021-10-20 19:02:15

    Ivan McGregor is so charming bird~

  • Elenora 2022-04-24 07:01:03

    It looks better than expected, at least complete, and the audience expects everything. There are no surprises, but they will not be disappointed. Of course there are refutations, but it's not a problem that makes it difficult for people to get involved. The idea in the film reminds me of Wesley again.

The Island quotes

  • Client Services Operator: Merrick Biotech. How may I help you?

    Tom Lincoln: Hi, this is a client, Tom Lincoln.

    Client Services Operator: Hi, Mr. Lincoln.

    Tom Lincoln: Yeah, I was wondering if you could get someone who can explain to me why my insurance policy is sitting downstairs on my fucking sofa!

  • Albert Laurent: Did you know my father was part of the Burkinabé rebellion? When he was killed, my brothers and I were branded, so everyone would know we were less than human.

    [he holds up his hand to show Merrick]

    Albert Laurent: I've seen and done things I'm not proud of, but at some point you realize, war... Is a business. So, when did killing become a business for you?

    Merrick: Oh, no. It's so much more than that. I have discovered the Holy Grail of science. I give life. The agnates, they're simply tools, instruments. They have no souls. The possibilities are endless here. In two years' time, I will be able to cure children's leukemia. How many people on Earth can say that, Mr. Laurent?

    Albert Laurent: [smiles] I guess just you and God. That's the answer you're looking for, isn't it?