Archive
Vertical Entertainment | Release Date (Streaming): July 10, 2020
6.9
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Generally favorable reviews based on 57 Ratings
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matt40Aug 13, 2020
Some critics were too harsh! I loved it! Just check it out you won't regret it.
1 of 1 users found this helpful10
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travellingworldJul 10, 2020
Hours later I'm still thinking about this film. Gavin Rothery has created an otherworldly environment that is both ethereal and industrial at the same time (can that even be a thing but it is). The J3 sequence (when you watch you'll know whatHours later I'm still thinking about this film. Gavin Rothery has created an otherworldly environment that is both ethereal and industrial at the same time (can that even be a thing but it is). The J3 sequence (when you watch you'll know what I'm talking about) is super bad-a$$ cool. It's indescribable. The cinematography is stunning and the score is gorgeous. Kudos to Theo James and Stacy Martin for their stellar performances. Without saying too much, the ending will leave you gob-smacked and in need of a rewatch.… Expand
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Asper12Jul 10, 2020
Beautiful movie, surprisingly emotional for a scifi. Amazing performances from the cast especially Theo James who finally gets the chance to show his acting range in a movie! Stunning visuals and great writing/direction from Gavin Rothery.Beautiful movie, surprisingly emotional for a scifi. Amazing performances from the cast especially Theo James who finally gets the chance to show his acting range in a movie! Stunning visuals and great writing/direction from Gavin Rothery. Must watch 10/10… Expand
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LouCMJul 14, 2020
Gavin Rothery begins a new career as director with a well written and visually stunning sci-fi movie. In 2009, Rothery was a key figure behind Duncan Jones' sci-fi masterpiece "Moon": the moon base, Gerty the robot and all the vehicles wereGavin Rothery begins a new career as director with a well written and visually stunning sci-fi movie. In 2009, Rothery was a key figure behind Duncan Jones' sci-fi masterpiece "Moon": the moon base, Gerty the robot and all the vehicles were all designed by him. Now, Rothery gives another proof of his visual talent with "Archive". Some people said that "Archive" is a sort of "Ex Machina meets Black Mirror", but I think that's not the right comparison. In my opinion this movie is more a spiritual sequel to "Moon", with the same depht in all its charactersations and the same taste for world building and atmosphere. Yeah, maybe "Moon" was more innovative, but I don't care. This is a kind of sci-fi that's extremely difficoult to find today. This movie is precious. Go watch it immediately if you like the genre… Expand
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CorvinOct 27, 2020
Every beautiful moment is encapsulated in the dance scene. Before and after he walks in.
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viroodiemJul 31, 2020
While parts of it may seem ripped from TVtropes for generic sci fi, Archive is the epitome of what good low budget sci fi can accomplish. It tells a compelling story from its own angle. Lead actor Theo James was solid in the film, EspeciallyWhile parts of it may seem ripped from TVtropes for generic sci fi, Archive is the epitome of what good low budget sci fi can accomplish. It tells a compelling story from its own angle. Lead actor Theo James was solid in the film, Especially given as much screen time as he gets due to the nature of the story. Supporting cast do adequate job moving the plot along.

In all it was an enjoyable experience. Far FAR better than the other sci fi flick popped out by netflix the same week The Old Guard. Archive succeeds everywhere that film fails miserably. 8.75/10… Expand
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Tom1957Dec 31, 2020
A surprisingly good SciFi movie. Absorbing, touching and a good storyline. I thoroughly enjoyed it.
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10
BBuhlerJul 18, 2020
For a directorial debut,you would never know it. If you liked Moon, this is that but arguably better. There is to much to unpack about this films themes, I would rather you just watch it. If you can, go in fresh without watching a trailer atFor a directorial debut,you would never know it. If you liked Moon, this is that but arguably better. There is to much to unpack about this films themes, I would rather you just watch it. If you can, go in fresh without watching a trailer at all. Gavin Rothery (the writer,director) has made something very special here that sci-fi fans can get lost in. A+… Expand
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GlendecoJul 19, 2020
What a gem of a movie!So full of real emotion which I wasnt expecting from a sci-fi type movie. Theo James is superb and shows just what an amazing actor he really is! the ending ...wow. Find myself still thinking about it days later. Will beWhat a gem of a movie!So full of real emotion which I wasnt expecting from a sci-fi type movie. Theo James is superb and shows just what an amazing actor he really is! the ending ...wow. Find myself still thinking about it days later. Will be watching this over and over again. 10/10 from me.… Expand
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DeadlyAug 22, 2020
This movie is great in so many ways, it deals with perhaps the most important aspects of the 21st century in a brilliant way.
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8
niebieskookSep 13, 2020
One of the best scifi movies with very emotional and unexpected ending... It sometimes lacks the tension in the middle part but ending wins it . Worth of the second view as you can find details you missed during first view . It leaves youOne of the best scifi movies with very emotional and unexpected ending... It sometimes lacks the tension in the middle part but ending wins it . Worth of the second view as you can find details you missed during first view . It leaves you with this special nice emotinal impression movies shall do.… Expand
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DubeauMar 20, 2021
Archive is a surprising scifi movie. Of course, it's not a big budget movie. The story is interesting in many ways because it deals in AI in a couple of different ways. The FX are limited but really well done. I really like the effort thatArchive is a surprising scifi movie. Of course, it's not a big budget movie. The story is interesting in many ways because it deals in AI in a couple of different ways. The FX are limited but really well done. I really like the effort that went into J2 and J3. The acting is relatively solid, some better then others. The music is ok for that type of movie. If anything, the film was a bit slow and suffers from a lack of tension. I give it 70%. The ending was very nice.… Expand
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CoreGamer1408Jul 29, 2021
Picked up on DVD, because I like seen the actor in other stuff and I thought he was ok in other stuff. This one was a nice surprise. They really did well with the science fictions effects with the obvious low budget. Kept me guessing all thePicked up on DVD, because I like seen the actor in other stuff and I thought he was ok in other stuff. This one was a nice surprise. They really did well with the science fictions effects with the obvious low budget. Kept me guessing all the way to end. Interesting morality tale that looks at A.I. from different perspectives. Proves you don't need a massive budget and mega stars to create top class entertaintment for sure.… Expand
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Britsahil123Dec 10, 2020
Great movie, you get sucked into the world. Stunning visuals, Theo James is almost in every frame and carries the movie. Stacy Martin is fantastic too. Can't wait to see what the director comes up with next!
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Sci-fifanOct 21, 2021
Saw this on an airplane. Had never heard of it. Blown away! There are things that will turn some people off which is reflected I think in a few very negative reviews I've read but this movie moved me. It's dark, it's desolate, I feltSaw this on an airplane. Had never heard of it. Blown away! There are things that will turn some people off which is reflected I think in a few very negative reviews I've read but this movie moved me. It's dark, it's desolate, I felt lonely on a plane with 150 people about half way through. But I powered through and got the payoff in the final moments of the film.

It's gorgeous, thought provoking, intellectual Sci-fi at it's best. Maybe not for everyone but those that "get it" will be rewarded with a movie that they will remember for some time. Emotionally moving, confusing and perplexing all while keeping you on the edge of your seat because you're waiting for something... to understand something that's just outside your understanding. Fantastic film.… Expand
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DontBeAJinxFeb 4, 2023
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The story was great enjoyed the whole thing and the ending was so unexpected. the music is amazing as well.… Expand
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