Ren has invented a drug that induces time-compressed virtual realities, potentially giving people experiences as memories. Now she just has to deal with her partner, Sam, over how to use their powerful creation.
Jessica De Gouw (Ren), Thomas Cocquerel (Danny), T.J. Power (Sam), Liam Graham (Jared), Tiriel Mora (Dr. Amari), Clarence Ryan (Byron), Priscilla-Anne Forder (Miss Wilson), Maggie Meyer (Board Member).
OtherLife begins nicely by showing us Ren's invention, which she hopes will save her brother, and how she hopes to use it in the future. She quickly runs up against issues when her business partner, Sam, has other ideas about using the drug. From here the film is an interesting journey of virtual reality and drama as Ren uses her drug to try and save her comatose brother. With a lovely plot twist midway through the film, the story remains interesting through the end.
Acting was solid with De Gouw delivering well. Power was solid, as was Cocquerel and Graham. Mora, Forder, and the remainder of the supporting cast were interesting, though in much smaller roles.
Camera work, sets, and backgrounds are nicely varied and well done. CGI supported the story well without taking over. Action scenes were fairly mild but fitting. Dialogue was good but could have added a bit more depth. Sound and soundtrack are nicely done.
OtherLife is interesting conceptually and while this film is well done, the story could have included more energy and detail. Those who enjoy a well-formed sci-fi without a lot of intense action or fight scenes should enjoy this one.
With one scene of mild sexuality, this should be fine for older teens and above.
Released: 2017
Reviewed: 6.5.18
Star rating: 3 out of 5
Genre: Sci-Fi, Crime, Mystery, Drama, Drama based on Books
copyright ©2018 Dave Riedel
Jessica De Gouw (Ren), Thomas Cocquerel (Danny), T.J. Power (Sam), Liam Graham (Jared), Tiriel Mora (Dr. Amari), Clarence Ryan (Byron), Priscilla-Anne Forder (Miss Wilson), Maggie Meyer (Board Member).
OtherLife begins nicely by showing us Ren's invention, which she hopes will save her brother, and how she hopes to use it in the future. She quickly runs up against issues when her business partner, Sam, has other ideas about using the drug. From here the film is an interesting journey of virtual reality and drama as Ren uses her drug to try and save her comatose brother. With a lovely plot twist midway through the film, the story remains interesting through the end.
Acting was solid with De Gouw delivering well. Power was solid, as was Cocquerel and Graham. Mora, Forder, and the remainder of the supporting cast were interesting, though in much smaller roles.
Camera work, sets, and backgrounds are nicely varied and well done. CGI supported the story well without taking over. Action scenes were fairly mild but fitting. Dialogue was good but could have added a bit more depth. Sound and soundtrack are nicely done.
OtherLife is interesting conceptually and while this film is well done, the story could have included more energy and detail. Those who enjoy a well-formed sci-fi without a lot of intense action or fight scenes should enjoy this one.
With one scene of mild sexuality, this should be fine for older teens and above.
Released: 2017
Reviewed: 6.5.18
Star rating: 3 out of 5
Genre: Sci-Fi, Crime, Mystery, Drama, Drama based on Books
copyright ©2018 Dave Riedel
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