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Director: Bong Joon Ho
Writers: Bong Joon Ho, Edward Ashton
Stars: Robert Pattinson, Steven Yeun, Michael Monroe
Mickey 17 Full Movie Review:
Mickey 17 had the potential to be an innovative sci-fi/comedy film, and it starts off in an engaging and original way. However, as the story progresses, it loses focus and ultimately turns into something generic, with an uninspired and rushed conclusion.
Robert Pattinson delivers a solid and well-rounded performance, proving his versatility even in a film that leans more towards comedy, something outside his usual genre. Despite the lighter tone, Pattinson brings depth to his character, making the story feel more grounded and adding an emotional layer to the film that otherwise would feel empty.
Cloning is a fascinating subject for a sci-fi movie because of all the moral and practical dilemmas it presents. Mickey 17 introduces these ideas but doesn't fully engage in them, shifting focus to a less compelling storyline midway through - the Creepers.
It feels out of the place compared to the film's promising start and even the trailers- The initial mix of humor and originality is lost, and by the end, the movie feels like it was hurriedly wrapped up just to deliver something, lacking any real creativity or impact.
That said, the film excels in its production design. The setting and character outfits are well-crafter, adding to the immersive sci-fi atmosphere. Additionally, the visual effects are compelling, bringing the futuristic world to life in a convincing and visually stunning way, which helps maintain engagement even when the story fails to do so.
Its biggest flaw is its attempt to satirize and parody modern politics and current events. Some jokes miss the mark entirely, and the film struggles to find its tone - it's too serious to be a parody and too parodical to be taken seriously.
Small spoiler: The funniest part is that it's essentially a parody of Trump losing the election again and deciding to move to another planet with his followers. The film portrays him as this great evil, but if you don't take politics too seriously, it just comes off as unintentionally hilarious.
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