Ad Astra
Twentieth Century Fox | Release Date: September 20, 2019
6.2
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cfergojrSep 21, 2019
This movie is terrible, don't waste your time and money. Interstellar is way better!
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RmelsonjrSep 22, 2019
As beautiful and well acted as it was STUPID. Rewatch Interstellar if you are looking for a space odyssey.
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Just_DoSep 22, 2019
Borefest. The most boring **** ever. WTF!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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RPPJrSep 20, 2019
If you liked Arrival and Interstellar you’ll like Ad Astra. For me, all those films failed on a plot and character level because they were so focused on trying to “say something”. Theme needs to be felt organically by the audience via aIf you liked Arrival and Interstellar you’ll like Ad Astra. For me, all those films failed on a plot and character level because they were so focused on trying to “say something”. Theme needs to be felt organically by the audience via a character’s actions and the plot. When filmmakers hit us over the head with it by putting it in dialogue and voice over, it bores the audience. Except for critics who mistake that kind of movie making for deep art. There are a couple of touching moments and a couple of thrilling ones, but they are two few and far between.… Expand
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CMCSep 22, 2019
Hollywood film, superficial character development, unnecessary occasional conflict to keep things going, derivative art direction, 3dCG props, no cleverNESS or originalITY, predictable bankable stock Hollywood actors, ridiculous events, andHollywood film, superficial character development, unnecessary occasional conflict to keep things going, derivative art direction, 3dCG props, no cleverNESS or originalITY, predictable bankable stock Hollywood actors, ridiculous events, and possibly the most trite and stupid ending and resolution to the main character's conflict and the movie, a real groaner.… Expand
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kirkenderOct 10, 2019
Science Fiction is meant to be inquisitive, thoughtful, expansive and imaginative. Ad Astra is cynical, conservative, boring, and shallow. There is a sense that its meant to be 'realistic' but its lazy and mean. Toxic masculinity: A SpaceScience Fiction is meant to be inquisitive, thoughtful, expansive and imaginative. Ad Astra is cynical, conservative, boring, and shallow. There is a sense that its meant to be 'realistic' but its lazy and mean. Toxic masculinity: A Space Opera. Plot holes are plentiful. There are meandering, meaningless voice overs that do nothing to further the plot or 'emotional' journey. Also; there are 2 black people in the movie and they are brutally killed on screen. All the white people get dignified or off screen deaths. WTF.… Expand
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DerekReideOct 4, 2019
I think in the grand scheme of things, 'Ad Astra' serves its purpose. Just looking at the reviews on both RottenTomatoes and MetaCritic, people have completely misunderstood the film. I don't directly blame them at all, to be honest. The filmI think in the grand scheme of things, 'Ad Astra' serves its purpose. Just looking at the reviews on both RottenTomatoes and MetaCritic, people have completely misunderstood the film. I don't directly blame them at all, to be honest. The film was mis-marketed to be a Sci-Fi epic, like some big action movie. But that is not the case. 'Ad Astra' is a slow-burn character study of sorts of Brad Pitt's character. The film is absolutely gorgeous with stellar cinematography, incredible visuals, and a possible Oscar nomination worthy performance from the lead role, Brad Pitt. Overall, this is definitively the next 'Interstellar' in ways, but a very different Sci-Fi film in general. Plan to see something entirely different than what was marketed!… Expand
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BondanhoOct 2, 2019
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I don’t understand why I have gone to this film because it doesn’t show anything new in the industry if it only contradicts to the all physics laws and uses Brad Pitt’s name to PR but in fact it is just second-rate film with no humor, breathtaking actor’s play and logic. 1 point only for the special effects and beautiful landscapes.… Expand
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AnonymousPalSep 20, 2019
It's like the enthralling Interstellar and touching Tree of Life had a boring, ugly space baby. The most realistic part of the movie is an Applebee's on the moon. Not Brad Pitt's fault but definitely not his finest.
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DimassSep 25, 2019
**** waste of money. All the movie expecting an explanation, something giving sense to all happened before... but nothing there. I like slow movies but not empty ones.
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OlivierPielDec 4, 2019
Hollywood, you cannot have your cake and eat it too. Trying to pretend to be high-brow and (very poorly) copy Solaris, Kubrick's 2001 or Apocalypse Now all at the same time...while having a stupid car chase on the moon and space monkeys forHollywood, you cannot have your cake and eat it too. Trying to pretend to be high-brow and (very poorly) copy Solaris, Kubrick's 2001 or Apocalypse Now all at the same time...while having a stupid car chase on the moon and space monkeys for "entertainment". And those annoying voice overs and lazy psycho mumbojumbo. They even copied Gravity for the opening scene. 2 points for some nice cinematography and decors here and there.

Seriously: It would be more interesting watching to have a documentary on this film and how the moonchase was OKed by the producers. That would make for hilarious viewing!… Expand
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NerdsinriSep 27, 2019
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This movie starts... Amazing.... By the end I was angry that I wasted my time watching this. With a huge budget, great cast I had high hopes. Could this be another Martian type movie? Nope. Chew on some broken glass instead of seeing this movie. It will be more productive… Expand
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Gabby1Sep 24, 2019
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I found this movie very unconvincing. The story was way too small for all of the craft that went into it. Oh dear, a man is conflicted following in his absent father's footsteps and unable to express himself emotionally, has an epiphany and comes home to the still-available woman he treated heartlessly. All of this hoo-ha for something that could have been treated by a good therapist. Wasted talent.… Expand
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RgboomerSep 22, 2019
character motivation is not clear, takes it self too seriously without providing a clear moral message, and technology does not make sense based on current theories on space travel.
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AnastasyahSep 20, 2019
Boring
But Brad makes this film much better. Without him, it would be really a **** story.
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Ope1Sep 21, 2019
What a piece of garbage. Do not waste 2+ hours of your life on this borrrrrring trash.
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GarciaSmithSep 21, 2019
MUUUUUY MUUUUY MALA , nada que ver con otras películas del espacio. Está habla de soledad y en un modo super aburrido exageradamente aburrido ni triste ni doloroso solo aburrido , QUE DESPERDICIÓ DE TALENTO , me gustan mucho las películas deMUUUUUY MUUUUY MALA , nada que ver con otras películas del espacio. Está habla de soledad y en un modo super aburrido exageradamente aburrido ni triste ni doloroso solo aburrido , QUE DESPERDICIÓ DE TALENTO , me gustan mucho las películas de ciencia ficción , está honestamente es la peor que e visto en 10 años, obio tiene algunas Tomás buenas, pero sin más es una perdida de tiempo , RESUMEN DE LA PELICULA: viajó al espacio busco a mi papá lo encuentro y me vengo , así LITERAL UNA PUTA MIERDA! No sucede casi nada interesante en un viaje tan laaaargo.… Expand
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Dirk_McDirtSep 23, 2019
The movie was very slow and boring. The plot was very weak. The action sequences seemed like they were tacked on - probably because the film studio execs told the director that the movie was too boring and needed some action scenes. A filmThe movie was very slow and boring. The plot was very weak. The action sequences seemed like they were tacked on - probably because the film studio execs told the director that the movie was too boring and needed some action scenes. A film student could've written a less disappointing story. Wait until it comes out on TV. That way you can change the channel after 15 minutes when you discover how dull it is.… Expand
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thebagginsSep 27, 2019
You wont be challenged by this movie, there's no science fiction here, but go and see it if you like Brad Pitt, dramas and a story of a guy with latent daddy issues. So mind-numbing. 1 point for out of focus space scenes.
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KlebartSep 27, 2019
Poor science. No special effects. Tries to be something deep and meaningful but fails. Boring. I went in expecting little and I was still disappointed. Left the movie before the end. Too boring.
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MetaTimmehSep 25, 2019
This movie is an incredibly slow paced, mediocre at best sci-fi Snore fest.The total quiet scenes were so drab, that the pop corn chewing from people two rows ahead and two rows behind offered some kind solace in a time of solitude as I satThis movie is an incredibly slow paced, mediocre at best sci-fi Snore fest.The total quiet scenes were so drab, that the pop corn chewing from people two rows ahead and two rows behind offered some kind solace in a time of solitude as I sat there wondering where this story was headed. the story seemed set to a infinite backdrop of intergalactic vacuum of hope and despair coupled with a father son breach of love. an incredibly long journey only to let his(Brad Pit) father die alone in space just minutes before detonating a nuclear devise catapulting his craft back home. the most exciting part of the movie is when he woke up with a beard. this was the sign that the movie was coming to an end. the absolute best comment I heard as an elderly gentleman stood up to leave the theatre was '' I feel like I was on a long journey to Jupiter'' Gigli staring Ben Afleck and Jennifer Lopez (Total Bomb) had a better story than this. I rate this movie 5 on 5 Kakamojis and bag of tears!… Expand
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caveatscotiOct 1, 2019
Heart of Darkness in space, which could have been great , but... Beautiful cinematography, Brad Pitt at his best and some tense action scenes early on- these are the good. The bad: the third act is a tedious go-nowhere slog (literally),Heart of Darkness in space, which could have been great , but... Beautiful cinematography, Brad Pitt at his best and some tense action scenes early on- these are the good. The bad: the third act is a tedious go-nowhere slog (literally), there’s jump-scare reveal scene so dumb it seems to have teleported in from another movie, and the science is bad. Baaaaad. Gravity works and then it doesn’t, sometimes in the same scene; space is vast but then conveniently small when the plot requires it; and gunfights inside a spacecraft? No. Just no. And the over-arching theme ends up being: ‘human achievement is hard and turns you into an empty misanthrope- stay home and make babies, you’re better off.’ The horror. The. Horror.… Expand
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catlinhSep 28, 2019
"Ad Astra" follows a story of a determined astronaut(Brad Pitt)who sets on a secret mission to locate his supposedly dead father and to find the source that is putting Earth in critical danger. This film is extremely slow-paced(and"Ad Astra" follows a story of a determined astronaut(Brad Pitt)who sets on a secret mission to locate his supposedly dead father and to find the source that is putting Earth in critical danger. This film is extremely slow-paced(and predictable)considering that it is only 2 hours(like any other movie). "Ad Astra" is monotonous throughout, with a very unnecessary, imbecile plot that makes no sense, which will put you to sleep for almost half of the movie. However, prominent themes of a meaningful relationship between a father and son is truly heartwarming to watch and the theme of sacrificing your life for your career is also shown. The special effects crew is someone I would like to applaud to. I appreciate that they were able to successfully create a space-like environment in a movie theater, although, it was excruciatingly lagging. They could have cut out many parts of simple (silent) sequences or transitions which were at least 5 minutes or longer, that could have been much shorter. James Gray, with "Ad Astra" has tried too hard to make this a meaningful, original movie. With monologues that were sappy and not so bittersweet as it should have been. This film has many characters that serve almost no impact on or a crucial role in the film, which I am not a fan of. In conclusion, PLEASE do NOT waste a movie ticket or your money to watch "Ad Astra" if you are not into space-related films. More importantly, PLEASE do NOT bring your kids or friends who are 17 or under as they will get bored and most likely doze off. As a teenager watching "Ad Astra", felt like years. I got bored very easily and fell asleep like the majority of the audience. If I was awake, I would see people walk out disappointed. However, some people(mainly adults) would most likely appreciate its' interesting aspects and uniqueness. Overall, "Ad Astra" is a film not worthy to watch as it will most likely to come out on streaming services or sites that you can watch without wasting money or a movie ticket.… Expand
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chi7891Sep 28, 2019
It’s a bad movie that had the potential to be decent but had a horrible editor. The editing was just so bad... the movie was an hour too long.
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caioniloSep 29, 2019
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. lfcvvcfhdhdhdhdbdbxbxbdbdbdbdbddbhdhdhxchchcggcvyvyvyvtvtvttvtvtvtvtvtvtvtv… Expand
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Naz34Oct 20, 2019
Ad Astra is James Gray's magnum opus. It was a beautiful, cerebral experience and I was riveted by Brad's understated yet strong performance. It deserves to be nominated at the Oscars and it will have its place in sci-fi history.
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ThejaywhipDec 7, 2019
It appears everyone is giving this lower ratings because it didn't meet their expectations. It was a space epic. Well...what if it wasn't supposed to be in the first place. It's not some grand adventure. It's rather a character study inIt appears everyone is giving this lower ratings because it didn't meet their expectations. It was a space epic. Well...what if it wasn't supposed to be in the first place. It's not some grand adventure. It's rather a character study in space. It's subtle and it's light. It's metaphorical and atmospheric, rather than bombastic and flashy. It's not trying to load you with a bunch of theories scientific theories like interstellar (although I liked that as well). It's a beautiful film that's focus is a father and son relationship. It's heartbreaking and devastating, but very thoughtful in it's exploration of ideas about our existence in the universe. Perhaps not for everyone but for those of us that it's meant for it, it's incredible. A great work of art.… Expand
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namelessOct 3, 2019
Save your money, it works better when you have the opportunity to fast forward. The users are correct, ignore the professionals. Brad Pitt holds this movie together but it is hard to say this is a movie, it is really a novel brought to theSave your money, it works better when you have the opportunity to fast forward. The users are correct, ignore the professionals. Brad Pitt holds this movie together but it is hard to say this is a movie, it is really a novel brought to the screen. Very little action. Mostly Brad Pitt narrating his thoughts as he moves from point A to point B to point C... Our thoughts are the strength of a novel but not a movie. I think the only reason this got released to the theaters inside of direct to DVD is Brad Pitt.… Expand
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3absh84Oct 13, 2019
Please don't look at the negative reviews people have of this film, and miss the chance to see one of the best space movies ever made.
Go watch it, and judge it for yourself.
This film is a 10/10 in my book and probably one of the top 10Please don't look at the negative reviews people have of this film, and miss the chance to see one of the best space movies ever made.
Go watch it, and judge it for yourself.
This film is a 10/10 in my book and probably one of the top 10 movies I've ever seen.… Expand
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foowee800Dec 4, 2019
I really liked the movie. Deep meaning. Beautiful scenery, computer graphics. Everyone who is involved in the work on the film - thank you very much.
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AvodeskormSep 30, 2019
Ad Astra is inferior to the director's previous movie 'Lost City of Z'. AA contains some of what made Lost City of Z great, but utilizes it much less and trading it in for sterile narration/monologues; close-up shots of Brad Pitt's face.
AdAd Astra is inferior to the director's previous movie 'Lost City of Z'. AA contains some of what made Lost City of Z great, but utilizes it much less and trading it in for sterile narration/monologues; close-up shots of Brad Pitt's face.
Ad Astra could have been fine with the monologues if the writing was much better. An example would be the film A Scanner Darkly, which had monologues ripped straight from the book by Philip K Dick. (So of course it would be good) None of the writing is especially stand out but the direction in the monologue scenes is too true to the character. It's not directed badly, its directed to reflect the emotionless dialogues.
Almost everything else is excellent, there's just not enough of it to outweigh the poor introspective moments. What made some scenes in Ad Astra and a lot of scenes in Lost City of Z memorable is how strikingly haunting the scenes are. The emotional story is perfectly reflected in the images the director presents.
Ad Astra is not the sum of its parts; it contains scenes of brilliance combined with too many scenes of dull monologue and dialogue.… Expand
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drovskiOct 5, 2019
A heavily psychological take on the human experience with space. If you liked children of men there’s a good chance you’ll also like this film.
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sassymahOct 25, 2019
Ad Astra is an art film set in space. It is about a man's existential crisis via the lens of an attachment issue to his father. I can't elaborate more on the plot without revealing spoilers. Brad Pitt gives an understated and impressiveAd Astra is an art film set in space. It is about a man's existential crisis via the lens of an attachment issue to his father. I can't elaborate more on the plot without revealing spoilers. Brad Pitt gives an understated and impressive performance here that I found riveting. Most actors wouldn't be able to pull off an effective performance with such an abstract plot in a minimalist movie. James Gray is a genius. The cinematography is beautiful and the original score is haunting. This is the Space Odyssey of our generation. It is a very compelling movie.… Expand
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CivilizationAceFeb 6, 2021
A what can go wrong will go wrong mess that doesn't sell its characterisation efforts. It's instantly forgettable, with only one good performance, by Liv Tyler, but sadly she's only on screen for a few minutes. Pitt's performance is bipolar,A what can go wrong will go wrong mess that doesn't sell its characterisation efforts. It's instantly forgettable, with only one good performance, by Liv Tyler, but sadly she's only on screen for a few minutes. Pitt's performance is bipolar, non-existent most of the time and then hammed horribly. This is time I wish I hadn't wasted.… Expand
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PanchogulAug 3, 2020
Que decepción, asumo que cuando se trata de películas ambientadas en el espacio mis espectativas se elevan muchísimo, pero creo que aquí aún sin tenerlas tan altas, no me gustó.
Se siente eterna considerando que no supera las dos horas deQue decepción, asumo que cuando se trata de películas ambientadas en el espacio mis espectativas se elevan muchísimo, pero creo que aquí aún sin tenerlas tan altas, no me gustó.
Se siente eterna considerando que no supera las dos horas de duración, la historia es bastante precaria y tiene el mismo rango sentimental de una piedra, o sea, no transmite nada, las actuaciones son buenas, pero nada que se pueda destacar, de no ser porque la protagoniza Brad Pitt hubiese sido un completo desastre.… Expand
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zumballyuOct 6, 2019
Slow moving interstellar drama that pits Brad Pitt’s exceptional acting against lackluster writing and aesthetically dubious narrative fillers. What most surprised me about the movie was it’s tension. The lightness and boundlessness ofSlow moving interstellar drama that pits Brad Pitt’s exceptional acting against lackluster writing and aesthetically dubious narrative fillers. What most surprised me about the movie was it’s tension. The lightness and boundlessness of floating through space contrasts sharply with scenes of bodies flailing hopelessly to the earth, skulls cracking on airlock windows and human arms being devoured by genetically modified space apes. However where the more subtle tension builds around the theme of space travel, huge opportunities are lost by not exploiting Liv Tyler’s character as the strained romantic relationship between her and the protagonist. Also the father-son drama although mostly well acted lacks in believability and emotional connection.… Expand
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JPKOct 6, 2019
Uhhhhhh, Okay
Ad Astra is pretty disappointing, But it still has a great performance from Brad Pitt and incredible visuals.
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bojan1080Feb 2, 2020
The **** movie I have ever seen and believe you me I have seen a lot of **** movies
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Bertaut1Oct 7, 2019
Despite some absurd diversions (chase scene! horror scene! shoot-out scene!), this is a quality science-fiction narrative

Hoping to step into the lineage of such esoteric science-fiction films as 2001: A Space Odyssey (1968) and SolyarisDespite some absurd diversions (chase scene! horror scene! shoot-out scene!), this is a quality science-fiction narrative

Hoping to step into the lineage of such esoteric science-fiction films as 2001: A Space Odyssey (1968) and Solyaris (1972), Ad Astra is, first and foremost, a mainstream Hollywood movie wherein the demand for crowd-pleasing content clashes with the desire for esotericism. This is manifested in the form of an overly convenient resolution and some of the most ludicrous narrative diversions since the abomination that was Star Wars: The Last Jedi (space pirates! enraged simians! shoot-out!). Which is not to say that I disliked the film – I didn't; even if the narrative never manages to get beyond Heart of Darkness in space and the script relies far too heavily on a sub-Terrence Malick voiceover. The craft on display is exceptional and the story is thought-provoking, with some spectacular visuals. But it could have been so much better.

In the near future, a series of energy surges originating near Neptune leave much of Earth without power. 29 years previously, H. Clifford McBride (Tommy Lee Jones), left Earth with the Lima Project, a mission aimed at establishing contact with alien civilisations. Travelling to the same region near Neptune from which the surges are now emanating, 16 years into the mission, all contact was lost. SpaceCom presumed the crew dead, but now they fear that a possibly unhinged Clifford could be behind the surges. And so Maj. Roy McBride (Brad Pitt), Clifford's son, is to travel to a secure long-range communications base on Mars and record a message for Clifford in the hopes he might respond.

Written by James Gray and Ethan Gross, and directed by Gray, Ad Astra wastes no time in tying us rigidly to Roy's perspective; it opens with a POV shot from inside his helmet, and the first words we hear are him speaking in voiceover. This sets up the narrative to come, as Roy remains the sole focaliser throughout. The fact that the film is set amongst the stars, but remains always tied to Roy's perception allows Gray to fashion a narrative that's both massive in scope yet emotionally intimate. He's aided in this by cinematographer Hoyte van Hoytema, whose gorgeous 35mm celluloid photography captures the overwhelming scale, but also frequently frames Pitt in tight close-ups.

Initially played as emotionally closed off ("I've been trained to compartmentalise my emotions"), Roy's stoicism slowly starts to erode as his mission begins to go wrong. Pitt's performance shuns emotional grandstanding, and is terrifically modulated and minimalist, using the lack of outward emotion to inform the character's emotional beats, relying on subtlety and nuanced gesture.

Thematically, Ad Astra is the story of two men obsessed with their profession to the detriment of all else, and like most of Gray's films, it's heavily androcentric, as are its most obvious narrative influences – Heart of Darkness (1899) and Apocalypse Now (1979). Within this, an especially interesting theme is commercialism - Roy takes a Virgin America shuttle to the moon, whilst an exterior shot of a lunar base shows signs for Applebee's, DHL, and Subway. And since the moon is now so like Earth, it's blighted by many of the same issues as Earth; crime, political division, materialism. Indeed, in VO, Roy notes the moon has become a "re-creation of what we're running from on Earth".

However, for all these positives, there are some significant problems. Firstly, there are three ridiculous pseudo-action scenes. The third, at least, is the springboard for the second half of the movie, but it remains a monumentally silly way to advance the plot. The first two scenes, however, serve no such purpose; they lead nowhere, reveal nothing about the character, and have no connection to the esoteric themes found elsewhere.

Another problem is the overly neat finale, which I believe was a reshoot after test audiences responded poorly to the original ending. However, the originally scripted ending made a lot more sense and was thematically fascinating. The other big problem is the VO. Obviously intended to function in much the same way as Willard's in Apocalypse Now, the problem is that most of the time, it's describing something we can see on screen. Pitt's performance is strong enough that the VO is unnecessary, and it's hugely distracting. By the half-way stage, I was sick of Roy's cod-philosophical ramblings that come across like someone trying and failing to imitate Malick.

With all that said, however, it's a testament to the story that despite these hurdles, I still enjoyed the film. The manner in which Gray juxtaposes an intimate tone with massive themes is impressive, and Pitt gives a strong performance. In essence, Ad Astra is a fable about the importance of human connection, played out against the backdrop of the infinite, and despite some significant problems, it's well worth checking out.… Expand
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JumpCut_OnlineOct 20, 2019
Ad Astra, through its inherent intelligence and cerebral nature, might not cater to a mainstream audience. It’s a slow burner, favouring a sedately-paced 121-minute runtime to explore the fragility of the human condition, but that is not toAd Astra, through its inherent intelligence and cerebral nature, might not cater to a mainstream audience. It’s a slow burner, favouring a sedately-paced 121-minute runtime to explore the fragility of the human condition, but that is not to say it lacks entertainment. There are a handful of truly exhilarating set-pieces set against the backdrop of planet-to-planet travel, filled with moments of true horror and simultaneous exuberance. Gray’s odyssey is a member of a rare coterie of intellectual science-fiction movies that exist to challenge the parameters of the genre it finds itself in; to be intelligent and also offer spectacle. It may not be for everyone, but by God is it an experience to remember.… Expand
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UncleWillardDec 5, 2019
Beautifully shot and acted, but missing something. I truly enjoyed it and got a Terrance Malick vibe from it. I loved that it was really a story about fatherhood and, to an extent, masculinity set in space. It sounds like that would be silly,Beautifully shot and acted, but missing something. I truly enjoyed it and got a Terrance Malick vibe from it. I loved that it was really a story about fatherhood and, to an extent, masculinity set in space. It sounds like that would be silly, but it isn't at all. The only thing I did not care for is Tommy Lee Jones. I found his portrayal to be silly and I was expecting so much more when he and Brad Pitt's character finally met. Outside of that, it's just a solid film.… Expand
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Amano81Oct 4, 2019
Most boring movie ever, I want my time and money back. The movie industry completely run out of imagination and creativity it’s almost impossible to watch a good movie nowadays. Also the ratings and critics in sites like this one failMost boring movie ever, I want my time and money back. The movie industry completely run out of imagination and creativity it’s almost impossible to watch a good movie nowadays. Also the ratings and critics in sites like this one fail completely to distinguish what is worth watching.. all seem fake and sponsor by lobbies - somehow this movie is highly rated here (by some virtual reviewers) yet every real person I talk to has the same opinion as me that this was the most boring movie they have ever watched!… Expand
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hnestlyontheslyOct 7, 2019
Doing this review in October, two weekends late, but there’s really not much to say about this one. I’m generally pretty opposed to the genre of true-to-life, near-future space movies with a few exceptions, like Moon (2009) and ContactDoing this review in October, two weekends late, but there’s really not much to say about this one. I’m generally pretty opposed to the genre of true-to-life, near-future space movies with a few exceptions, like Moon (2009) and Contact (1997). For the most part, they feel a little smug and self-serious like First Man and Gravity. “But what about The Martian???” everyone responds. “It was such a feel-good movie! It was so scientifically ACCURATE,” to which I say, I watch YouTube videos on picture frame hanging for scientific accuracy, I go to see movies for original storytelling. Interstellar and Arrival felt like hypebeasty films that never really delivered on their promises. Space movies feel like an excuse to use a lot of CGI and green screens, off-set by a tremendous amount of time in tiny, windowless compartments, and mildly gross shots of people squirting food directly in front of their mouths and then slurping it slowly into their food holes. If there isn’t a fear for space food consumption yet I’m coining it now: cosmophagyphobia.

These vanity projects are so common nowadays that Mekado Murphy from the NYT has a short article outlining the phenomenon of movie stars receiving their own Space Movies as a kind of rite of passage as they hit stardom. Which is all just to say, I know this is a me thing not a movie thing, but I still think the “serious science” genre of space movies has a lot to learn from their goofy younger sci-fi siblings. Also, I blame Tom Hanks for all of this **** **** One spot of joy and light in this movie’s otherwise bleak and craven existence is the fact that Polygon did a fabulous write up of this film in which they summarized the trailer as such, “Brad Astra is Sad Astra because of his Dad Astra”–that recommendation comes care of Friend from work, and I think says everything you need to know about the movie. The thing that really pissed me off every time I saw this goddamn trailer at the movie theater was how **** quickly it appears that things go to **** in this goddamn movie. You see Brad Pitt fighting in a MOONCHASE of all things, because NASA can’t have it’s act together for the 48 hours it takes for him to leave Earth’s orbit, apparently. The fact that **** goes down so quickly really made me feel like the story was putting unnecessary restraints on itself. No one is going to be able to find, neutralize, and resolve an anti-matter death ray on Saturn if they’re having trouble with their very first way station...

All that said, this movie was disappointing in so many ways. Anyone who went expecting that Ruth Negga and Liv Tyler were going to have speaking lines was sorely disappointed. Despite being what I think amounted to “Mayor of Mars,” Negga has effectively no control over any of the operations of her base, not even of the tiny little transmission room they use to let teens play their loud rock music on Mars. Also, the circumstances of her birth and her relationship to the search for extra-terrestial life mission that Sad Pitt’s father was a part of is still really murky to me. Was she conceived before the astronauts went into space and born on Mars? Or was the trip so long that the astronauts had sex in space and then gave birth… on Mars? I’m so confused by this plot point. Although the discovery at the end of this movie is quite nice, it runs into the Mowgli problem, AKA “Traveling at the Speed of Plot,” where a character can run on foot through a burning **** forest in five minutes where it takes him half of his childhood to make it there the first time. So too with Brad Astra. When I asked, “How long DOES it take to get to Saturn?” Friend responds sagely, “It depends how fast you’re going,” which is both wise and infuriating.

My major takeaway is that this movie makes Sandra Bullock look like an **** Everything that she does by the skin of her teeth and only after minutes of calculations and preparation, Brad can do in his sleep. He’s an astronaut and Mars’s most stealthy climber and a skilled nuclear technician and a feelsy ex-husband. Dad mentioned similar things when we checked notes, but he was less bothered by the Moon. He also mentioned the weirdness of not having sent a drone or probe or something to have stopped the anti-matter death ray, so at least we’re on the same page there.… Expand
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marconaOct 9, 2019
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Another bloated, over-produced let down in an era of bloated, over produced letdowns. This movie wants to be everything, but winds up being a muddled pile of nothing.

Brad Pitt is a fine actor and he does his best, but the story is ungodly awful. I realize this is sci-fi and we are suspending belief, but they have asked an awful lot of us here.

The main premise is that a guy who has been traveling space for almost 30 years (unheard from for 16 years, supposedly dead) is parked outside Neptune and is firing life-ending energy blasts at Earth. This guy is Brad Pitt's dad and they recruit him to get kill/retrieve/stop him. Okay, cute premise.

Brad then needs to go to the moon (flew commercial, terrible scene), then Mars (3 days trip, goofy side story), then to Neptune. The trip to Neptune takes 63 days, if I recall. So, a madman is out there on Neptune, we can go get him in 2 months, and they wait 16 years? Granted, the energy surges just started, but still... wouldn't you want to follow up?

Sorry for being glib, but the movie itself is glib. It is filled with empty emotion, meaningless action sequences, and long stretches of nothing. It has no identity. It desperately wants to be Apocalypse Now, but it falls woefully short. Wait for the streaming release.… Expand
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AnthonycappozzoDec 19, 2019
I love that nothing in this film is out of reach from man kind. Its amazing how it allows you dream of what could and will be one day. This a well done movie with some truly unbelievably beautiful scenes. The whole cast does a fantasticI love that nothing in this film is out of reach from man kind. Its amazing how it allows you dream of what could and will be one day. This a well done movie with some truly unbelievably beautiful scenes. The whole cast does a fantastic job bringing this film to life. I am so grateful for this beautiful peice of art!… Expand
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Jonah5Nov 22, 2019
Good effects but the plot of looking for his father becomes a pointless story.
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Captain-JimSep 24, 2019
This movie moves so slowly. Long periods of boredom followed by more boredom. No exciting moments! Nothing to really put you on the edge of your seat! Some 'big name' actors in this film but certainly not challenged by the character partsThis movie moves so slowly. Long periods of boredom followed by more boredom. No exciting moments! Nothing to really put you on the edge of your seat! Some 'big name' actors in this film but certainly not challenged by the character parts they portrayed. If you need a couple hours of sleep, this movie will help you dose off. … Expand
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ShepppySep 24, 2019
Great effects but how can space travel be so boring another soul searching in space that costs me 2hrs of my life. First time of seen so many people walk out of a movie before.
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MargateBuffSep 22, 2019
What a bore. I'll see anything with Brad Pitt in it, and Tommy Lee Jones is always interesting. Not in this film, though. The material is not up to their talents. Lee is a flatulent, philosophizing, mad scientist, and Pitt somehow manages toWhat a bore. I'll see anything with Brad Pitt in it, and Tommy Lee Jones is always interesting. Not in this film, though. The material is not up to their talents. Lee is a flatulent, philosophizing, mad scientist, and Pitt somehow manages to underplay the role of a cool and collected astronaut whose heartbeat never exceeds 80.

The look of the film is stunning, and there are some imaginative takes on gravity, including one scene where Pitt plummets on a planet where there is more gravity than on Earth. But the story is weak, and efforts to perk it up with a chase scene and vary mishaps en route to Neptune only serve to remind you of how little else is going on.… Expand
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T4NKESep 28, 2019
Hacía tiempo que no veía nada tan aburrido. Te pasas todo el tiempo esperando que pase algo, hasta que al final... sigue sin pasar nada.
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Juan92acgSep 23, 2019
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Mas lenta que el caballo del malo..... es un remaster de marco buscando a su madre … Expand
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Faszfej70Sep 21, 2019
As boring as that other two were some time ago.The Gravity and the Interstaller.
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cm5milroySep 23, 2019
This movie is beautiful, no doubt about it. But there is no great payoff, nothing to keep you in your seat for the whole movie.Everything that has the potential to elicit any kind of emotion is never explained or built up well. I was moreThis movie is beautiful, no doubt about it. But there is no great payoff, nothing to keep you in your seat for the whole movie.Everything that has the potential to elicit any kind of emotion is never explained or built up well. I was more entertained by the Rams v Patriots Super Bowl… Expand
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p2skaSep 23, 2019
Got the ticket for free and thought this could be interesting as Pitt is always fine and i really like sci-fi.. But alas, this is far from Sunshine, not even Solaris (2012) in terms of storytelling. Ok, CGI and acting are fine, but that's itGot the ticket for free and thought this could be interesting as Pitt is always fine and i really like sci-fi.. But alas, this is far from Sunshine, not even Solaris (2012) in terms of storytelling. Ok, CGI and acting are fine, but that's it - plot is ridiculous and boring and without any surprises or plot twists, only long monotonous monologues by mr. Pitt accompanied by melancholic score, there is no logic behind physics displayed, not even trying - especially everything that happens after arriving on Mars - it's terrible to behold :)

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honkytomkSep 21, 2019
Why does the main character go to Mars to send a message, presumably they've not heard of "recording"? Then he uses a thin piece of metal to protect himself while flying through Neptune's rings? This films needs to decide whether it's decentWhy does the main character go to Mars to send a message, presumably they've not heard of "recording"? Then he uses a thin piece of metal to protect himself while flying through Neptune's rings? This films needs to decide whether it's decent science fiction or nonsense.… Expand
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SomniacSep 25, 2019
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Esta película es un insulto a la inteligencia. Está mal la mires por donde la mires. Para empezar el personaje de Brad Pitt es la cosa más plana que te puedas echar a la cara. Luego tenemos la trama, que es sosa y poco emocionante. Después nos encontramos también con unos personajes secundarios que no aportan NADA a la película; están simplemente para hacer bulto. Se salva únicamente por los efectos especiales, que sin ser nada del otro mundo sí que sorprenden en un par de escenas.

PD: Que alguien me explique cómo cojones hace el personaje de Brad Pitt para atravesar un anillo de asteroides con una plancha de metal y luego aprovechar una explosión nuclear para impulsar su nave y volver a la tierra. Todo eso sin un rasguño.… Expand
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RasgonSep 26, 2019
Aburrida. Absurda. Guion lleno de trampas y deus ex machina. Terrence Malick de Hacendado. Guion que no hay por dónde cogerlo. Trama absurda. Voz en off con carga filosófica nivel Mr Wonderful. Un despropósito.
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MaximumDOct 7, 2019
Wow, I was really jacked to see this movie. Everyone's saying it's like next best SciFi flick. I got burned again by the critics. Acting and cinematography were very well done, but beyond that, what a snooze-fest. Nothing interesting happensWow, I was really jacked to see this movie. Everyone's saying it's like next best SciFi flick. I got burned again by the critics. Acting and cinematography were very well done, but beyond that, what a snooze-fest. Nothing interesting happens in this movie. I appreciate that it is trying to be grounded in reality but then it goes and throws that out the window with unbelievable physics in some sequences. I don't want to spoil anything, but this movie is basically 2 hours of waiting for something to happen. I wouldn't even call this SciFi. It's more like a family drama. Completely disappointed. If you are expecting something along the lines of 2001, Interstellar,etc., sorry but prepare to be bored to death. Even the Martian, which is a comparable movie to this, was leaps and bounds ahead. If you like nice space visuals, it might be worth it to see unless you have an awesome HD TV at home.… Expand
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Mafia1Sep 28, 2019
This was a disappointing movie. It is shot well. The visuals are great. But overall a kind of too introspective. Boring and a poor plot.
The Plot is pointless. Feel like all the money was wasted because you have the amazing tech in theThis was a disappointing movie. It is shot well. The visuals are great. But overall a kind of too introspective. Boring and a poor plot.
The Plot is pointless. Feel like all the money was wasted because you have the amazing tech in the background of the POOR plot.… Expand
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ArgonautOct 20, 2019
This is a cerebral hard science fiction film. For the fans of 2001, Blade Runner (both), Interstellar, Arrival, and Annihilation. Most likely not for the kids who grew up watching Marvel / DC stuff and cannot bear the pace of classicThis is a cerebral hard science fiction film. For the fans of 2001, Blade Runner (both), Interstellar, Arrival, and Annihilation. Most likely not for the kids who grew up watching Marvel / DC stuff and cannot bear the pace of classic film-making. As a kid who grew up on hard sci-fi novels and an admirer of classic cinema, I have enjoyed it a lot.… Expand
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MrsAquinoSep 25, 2019
Although Brad Pitt is a handsome man and the cinematography is beautiful this film is emotionless and anti-climactic. Many movie goers were loud about how terrible this movie was as they were leaving the theater. Save your money and wait forAlthough Brad Pitt is a handsome man and the cinematography is beautiful this film is emotionless and anti-climactic. Many movie goers were loud about how terrible this movie was as they were leaving the theater. Save your money and wait for it to be on Netflix.… Expand
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MovieDoctorOct 5, 2019
Very slow moving. Not enough substance to keep the movie goer interested. I was waiting for it to end. Too bad, it had enough to work with but it just fell way to short.
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Emanuel44Oct 16, 2019
Amazing cinematography, outstanding performance of Brad Pitt, a bit over-explained at times but very good over-all
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Catr3Sep 27, 2019
Mira esta peli es una mierda lenta floja y literal mente estoy escribiendo esto en el momento mas "Critico" de la peli
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GrassmannSep 28, 2019
Slow, nonsense, not original at all. Gets a 6 for the descent visual effects.
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BoozehoundOct 2, 2019
Boring, nonsensical drama. Like typical films of our time, all of the worthwhile scenes are in the trailer. Do not recommend, unless you are sleep deprived.
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EnseedeeAug 8, 2020
Possibly the worst movie ever made. No coherent plot. Terrible acting. Horrid SFX. I, too died in space while watching this terrible movie.
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Gnova67Sep 23, 2019
It' Apocalypse Now except without a great director, Marlon Brando, or anything to make you care about any of the characters.
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TVJerrySep 25, 2019
Brad Pitt spends much of this movie alone, which is made more tedious by the constant inner monologue narrating his personal struggle. The premise has promise: He's sent into space to determine what happened to his father's daringBrad Pitt spends much of this movie alone, which is made more tedious by the constant inner monologue narrating his personal struggle. The premise has promise: He's sent into space to determine what happened to his father's daring exploration, which now seems to be causing unexplained power surges on Earth. There's plenty of outer space special effects, but nothing visually impressive. Worse is that the mystery is a misnomer. Nothing is solved or revealed (except his damn emotions). Even with the slow pacing, we keep hoping for some sci-fi excitement that never materializes.… Expand
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vtvyperSep 25, 2019
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Don Director, "Wow, this movie really drags!". "It's okay boss" replies Earl Editor, "We'll just add a gratuitous moon combat scene." "Great call, Earl...but it's still boring as hell." "Oh, face chewing monkeys!" Exclaims a jubilant Earl, "I know, it doesn't really advance the plot line but it'll be a real 'pick me up' to keep the audience from nodding off!" "Good, good but we need to stagger to the ending with a monotonous drone so we can get huge props from our peers about how deep and existential we are." "DONE, man is this going to be huge, AD disASTRA is going to win big!"… Expand
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steve-wOct 1, 2019
I left 60mins in…………says it all! Just too pretentious, slow and in truth boring for my taste. A save the world movie in slow motion
In its favour! Brad Pitt tries
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frenesiSep 29, 2019
muy desilusionado con esta peli es aburrida,lenta y mal guión pero bonitos efectos especiales
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DrStrangeLUgSep 27, 2019
This is son finds his father movie with a SciFi window dressing. It's trying to be like "The Martian", "Interstellar" or event "Moon" but doesnt manage it.

It's also too long - a lot of the movie is taken up with travel time or waiting timeThis is son finds his father movie with a SciFi window dressing. It's trying to be like "The Martian", "Interstellar" or event "Moon" but doesnt manage it.

It's also too long - a lot of the movie is taken up with travel time or waiting time that doesnt advance the plot. It needed either more story or a shorter duration.

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SergiopSep 28, 2019
There not much story and the picture is bad. I do not understand why Brad Pitt got involved in such a bad movie
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tp122Sep 27, 2019
Some good moments, beautiful photography, but ultimately disappointing. Some ridiculous plot holes and long, dull, sleep-inducing stretches. Pitt is solid, but the character is uninteresting. I sat in the theater wishing I had a 'fastSome good moments, beautiful photography, but ultimately disappointing. Some ridiculous plot holes and long, dull, sleep-inducing stretches. Pitt is solid, but the character is uninteresting. I sat in the theater wishing I had a 'fast forward' button.… Expand
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truerockAug 25, 2020
Ad Astra is not prose... it is poetry. Perhaps it could be described as an "art film".
I found it to be beautiful and compelling.
I'm not surprised that is is not something that a lot of individuals will care for - and, that's OK. A filmAd Astra is not prose... it is poetry. Perhaps it could be described as an "art film".
I found it to be beautiful and compelling.
I'm not surprised that is is not something that a lot of individuals will care for - and, that's OK. A film can't be for everyone.

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EtsSpetsJan 20, 2020
If you like contemplative slow-burning movies then it is an absolute a gem of a movie. I loved the pacing and the story, actor work, and story are solid. Psychological sci-fi at its best.
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dharmaJan 11, 2020
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Space related flicks had a good run in the last couple of years, buoyed by some of the best Directors in the business, such as Alfonso Cuaron, Ridley Scott and Chris Nolan. All of them are incredible films, that are impeccably made. Ad Astra at least fulfill that criteria. The production values are stellar, the acting by Pitt was great, and the first 10 minutes were superb. Then it went downhill from there, with story choices and logic that are seemingly out of place. In a Michael Bay film, these lapses were given but James Gray's Ad Astra felt like an action film, disguising as a 'drama'. Things simply happen for the sake of happening. Supporters of this film may liken this to '2001', but heck, Kubrick's masterpiece is a 'logical film'. It looks also into the psychological factor of its actors but you won't find non sensical plot points such as as (spoiler) space pirates and baboons attacking in a space station. All in all, its a pretentious space 'saga' that fails to achieve its so goals.… Expand
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tdebugDec 13, 2019
Average drama which happens in space. Basically it can happen anywhere w/o any major changes to the plot. Little action, virtually no sci-fi.
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HarmiclirOct 12, 2019
The movie looks good. The acting is fine. But the plot is obvious and dull. Pitts voice over is done in hushed, reverent tones that amplify the slow running of the thing in the first half and the almost complete cessation of movement inThe movie looks good. The acting is fine. But the plot is obvious and dull. Pitts voice over is done in hushed, reverent tones that amplify the slow running of the thing in the first half and the almost complete cessation of movement in the second half.

For the first time in years, I closed my eyes for the last 20 minutes and kinda sorta listened and had no difficulty following any of it. If you're half-sleeping through a movie.....… Expand
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VickimageDec 21, 2019
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Ad Astra is visually stunning but everything else is a bit flat. The early antenna tower scene is reminiscent of Gravity. The plot echoes Apocalypse Now. The “daddy issues” psychology is superficial And cliched - but James Gray obviously thinks it is profound. The final half hour is a major letdown. The meeting of Brad Pitt and Tommy Lee Jones characters is a major fizzer. There is a thrilling moon chase but it feels like it is from another movie. So does the Alien-like animal attack scene. Pitt has his serious face on throughout the film and most of the time he just looks constipated.… Expand
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dbwingcoOct 9, 2019
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Not that great. Pitt's performance is fine but soulless. The cinematography is the highlight of the film which isn't a bad thing. The film didn't break any new ground on father/son relationships or relationships in general and it really didn't answer or even ask questions about extraterrestrial life. Would be careful recommending this one.… Expand
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temptershellJan 2, 2020
The film is extremely boring and tiring but beautifully made. Wonderful music, chase sequences on the moon and virtually every frame.
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reflexreactionOct 11, 2019
Yet again the critics prove they’re out of touch with the rest of us. Did I really just watch the same film as them? Boring, slow and terribly written. Not worth the time (and I LOVE sci-fi!)
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moviecritic68Oct 17, 2019
I'm guilty of not heeding the reviews of fellow critics I have followed in the past. I actually dozed off twice in my seat. Not one of Pitt's & Jones's better roles. Good enough to stay out of the red but a bitter disappointment to someoneI'm guilty of not heeding the reviews of fellow critics I have followed in the past. I actually dozed off twice in my seat. Not one of Pitt's & Jones's better roles. Good enough to stay out of the red but a bitter disappointment to someone who loves science fiction & space films.… Expand
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DarthNihilusOct 14, 2019
I love a good space movie as much as the next person and I'm also a Brad Pitt fan so when this movie was announced it seemed like a no brainer that it would be good. Unfortunately that was not the case. The slow pacing of the film makesI love a good space movie as much as the next person and I'm also a Brad Pitt fan so when this movie was announced it seemed like a no brainer that it would be good. Unfortunately that was not the case. The slow pacing of the film makes boredom set in very quickly. Also the confused tone of the film is another hard pill to swallow. Throughout the entire movie I had the feeling of anticipation. I was waiting for something interesting to happen to take the movie to the next step and validate my expectations but that never happened. The film seems like it wants to convey a messag but isn't quite sure what it should say. By the end of the film, you get the sense that this movie was completely unneccessary… Expand
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mickrussomDec 7, 2019
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I mean cmon. do they screen these movies? this could have been good. but alas. they make crud space movies one after another. watch "apollo 11" by cnn films, watch gravity for some decent sci thrilla, watch apollo 13, watch "right stuff", watch anything. the martian was ok, how can movies this bad still be made? there is so much to learn from.

one movie i liked recently? PROSPECT (2018) - low budget, good world building, good space sci fi horrah thrillah. but this? i dont even know what ad asstra is. this crap reminds me of promethues. possible potential but rubbish in the end.… Expand
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eva3si0nJan 25, 2020
I never understood such high retigues at what from critics and users alike. In general, it initially seems that Ad Astra will not be almost worse than Interstellar. In 10-15 minutes, you realize you 're not. There 's almost no action here,I never understood such high retigues at what from critics and users alike. In general, it initially seems that Ad Astra will not be almost worse than Interstellar. In 10-15 minutes, you realize you 're not. There 's almost no action here, almost the whole plot holds on to Brad Pitt 's monologue. Towards the end, the plot is somehow starting to move. If it wasn 't for Brad Pitt 's acting, I guess I couldn 't watch the movie.… Expand
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viroodiemDec 4, 2019
The very model of meh. An adequately told story with depth and subtext in a plodding slow burn of a story. The film equivilent of a bowl of oatmeal. Its neither good nor bad. It just is.
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YoyodyneFeb 7, 2020
Wonderful movie in the true sense of the word, creates wonder.The photography is breath taking and the feeling of being in a space environment is captured seamlessly.
Reminiscent of 2001 in its verisimilitude, but do not expect X-wingWonderful movie in the true sense of the word, creates wonder.The photography is breath taking and the feeling of being in a space environment is captured seamlessly.
Reminiscent of 2001 in its verisimilitude, but do not expect X-wing fighters.
Extremely introspective but in fact it could have been set anywhere (the story could have been set on earth at sea).
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JagzzDec 7, 2019
This was a disappointing movie. It is shot well. The visuals are great. But overall a kind of too introspective. Boring and a poor plot.
The Plot is pointless. Feel like all the money was wasted because you have the amazing tech in theThis was a disappointing movie. It is shot well. The visuals are great. But overall a kind of too introspective. Boring and a poor plot.
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PalpetineSheevMar 20, 2020
I could go on for literal days about how much I love every single second of Ad Astra. The subtle yet incredible performance from Brad Pitt, the masterful cinematography, the thrilling action sequences, the amazing special effects, sets, andI could go on for literal days about how much I love every single second of Ad Astra. The subtle yet incredible performance from Brad Pitt, the masterful cinematography, the thrilling action sequences, the amazing special effects, sets, and costumes, the use of color, the themes, all of it! James Gray crafted one of the best space films ever made.… Expand
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MovieNightsNov 22, 2020
This movie really surprised me. It's incredibly reminiscent of the shots, dialogue, and overall feel of "2001: A Space Odyssey" with the "Apocalypse Now" slow descent into madness, watching yourself change for the worse, questioning yourThis movie really surprised me. It's incredibly reminiscent of the shots, dialogue, and overall feel of "2001: A Space Odyssey" with the "Apocalypse Now" slow descent into madness, watching yourself change for the worse, questioning your beliefs while going after someone who's very far away with a god complex. Some of the science isn't quite perfect but it doesn't distract from the overall movie. Pitt was great in this, definitely one of his best performances. The cinematography was gorgeous and any space loving sci-fi person would love it. This is a great movie and very much recommended. To finish off my review I'd to end it with my favorite quote from the movie when Pitt lands on the moon for the first time and you see a sign for "Subway" and "DHS", "All the hopes we ever had for space travel... covered up by drink stands and t-shirt vendors. Just a recreation of what we're running from on Earth. We are world-eaters. If my dad could see this now... he'd tear it all down. "… Expand
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KenROct 29, 2020
There’s enough to like in this space exploration yarn to keep most viewers reasonably compelled - wondering how it may achieve a conclusion. It starts with a bang via some spectacular explosions at high altitude, then slows to examine someThere’s enough to like in this space exploration yarn to keep most viewers reasonably compelled - wondering how it may achieve a conclusion. It starts with a bang via some spectacular explosions at high altitude, then slows to examine some disenfranchised family relationships. All this takes place while a team searches for other forms of intelligent life - in the outer regions of the solar system. Writer-director James Grey (The Immigrant ’13) presents his story within a kaleidoscope of vast and beautiful vistas.

While in some aspects similar to 2001, this is more accessible, offering a little more humanity to contemplate. In some ways, it’s like a cross between Silent Running and a serious take on the Star Wars theme. Some situations come across as maybe a little far-fetched, under-explained and under-developed but it offers a mostly mature script that’s worthy of some thought. Brad Pitt gives one of his more convincing performances - mostly registered by nuanced facial expressions and a nicely handled voice-over ‘thoughts’ approach. A strong ethereal style music score by Max Richter (Testament of Youth ’14) helps build an expansive atmosphere. But, if we are looking for God (as the movie hints) I doubt we are going to find him floating around the solar system – or at least, not until He’s ready to be ‘found’.… Expand
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DaermonJan 1, 2020
Very good movie! Story is okey, the CGI and music is awesome, Brad Pitt too.
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MahmusSep 25, 2020
Apocalyspse Now in space!

It's a journey from point A to point B with some stops in between. The protagonist, who also narrates the movie, has a classified mission to find a once respected man that has gone insane. Brad Pitt is Martin SheenApocalyspse Now in space!

It's a journey from point A to point B with some stops in between. The protagonist, who also narrates the movie, has a classified mission to find a once respected man that has gone insane. Brad Pitt is Martin Sheen and Tommy Lee Jones is Marlon Brando. Might as well throw a shootout in there. And it does.

I'm not complaining though. I really enjoyed this movie, even if I Iwasn't as emotionally invested as I hoped. I reccomend it, though it wont be for everyone. It's cold and distant and hard to connect with, but that's actually a major theme in the film, so it gets a pass from me, but I understand if you can't quite get into it.… Expand
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DawdlingPoetDec 28, 2021
This is quite an atmospheric watch. It features good visual effects and a good performance from Brad Pitt as the main character and Tommy Lee Jones as the father. I could almost feel his determination to re-connect with his father, inThis is quite an atmospheric watch. It features good visual effects and a good performance from Brad Pitt as the main character and Tommy Lee Jones as the father. I could almost feel his determination to re-connect with his father, in whichever form possible. I thought the music/score was particularly good - its quite haunting in a sense, somewhat ethereal. The plot is perhaps a little basic but it works well. I thought it was quite an absorbing watch and so yes, I'd recommend it.… Expand
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TheodorKingOct 5, 2019
This movie is really pretty. The cinematography is top-notch. Set designs, visual effects, art direction. All of the technical aspects are great. Also, Brad Pit is also really pretty. Good acting on his part. Even though there wasn't a lot toThis movie is really pretty. The cinematography is top-notch. Set designs, visual effects, art direction. All of the technical aspects are great. Also, Brad Pit is also really pretty. Good acting on his part. Even though there wasn't a lot to act. The music is fine. But, that's it for the pluses. Overall, this is a two-hour road trip in space. The problem is, there are no roads in space, only darkness. So it's not even a road trip, it's a two-hour airplane travel. The script is as simple as a short comic at the end of a newspaper. Some storylines in the scrip just don't make any sense. Whole characters and scenes could have been gone without any consequences to the plot. The movie could be literally 30 minutes. It felt like 3 hours, even though, it's only 2. Your brain has nothing to do there. Mine tried. But the fact is, the movie is basically telling you everything. And it doesn't talk much. I don't understand why this was two-hour movie. It would have been a great short film. But instead, it's more of a good planetary exhibition rather than a good movie.… Expand
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7footjesusOct 25, 2019
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This was a beautiful film with great acting. I love the feel and tone. The climax was terrible for me. Heavy-handed and preachy. The first thing I said about this film out loud was, "I am profoundly disappointed." I prayed there would be an ambiguous ending, but nope. They hit you over the head with the "message." Human connection is neat. Got it, thanks.… Expand
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QuartzcatJun 15, 2020
Beautiful. Lyrical. Perfect movie. Deserved more Oscar's. (The movie Parasite was undeserving. Ladybird was overpraised)
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