In the future all plant life has died on Earth and humans, surviving on artificial oxygen, are slowly dying. Called to leave his dying wife by a message from the future, utility worker Ethan may be the last chance to save humanity from environmental catastrophe.
Aaron Glenane (Richard), Kodi Smit-McPhee (Ethan), Ryan Kwanten (Jude), Finn Little (Young Ethan), Deborah Mailman (Regina), Sana'a Shaik (Xanthe), Matt Testro (Young Jude), Leeanna Walsman (Selene).
2067 begins with some character introductions before jumping quickly to the storyline. As we figure out the general plot, the story actually feels like it slows down. Throwing in some twists along the way, the film gains good depth, but the ending felt like it failed to really explain the film or do it justice.
Acting was a bit disappointing, feeling generally lackluster here. Smit-McPhee and Glenane honestly felt like they got their roles reversed. Smit-McPhee felt much more like a supporting actor than a lead, and when Glenane was able to show it, he felt like he would make a solid lead. Mailman showed glimmers, but totally missed other times.
Camera work, and backgrounds were pretty good, but set choice could have used help and left the film feeling cheap at times. Action scenes and effects were decent. Dialogue could have used more for sure. Sound and soundtrack are reasonable. What they couldn't overcome however, were the logic inconsistencies in the storyline which were quite obvious.
In the end, 2067 lacks energy and audience engagement. Overall quality is decent, but the film fails to tell the story well. Die-hard time-travel sci-fi fans may enjoy this one.
With some graphic violence and foul language, teens and above should be fine with 2067.
Released: 2020
Reviewed: 4.23.21
Star rating: 2 out of 5
Genre: Sci-Fi, Time Travel, Fantasy, Action, Sci-Fi Action
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