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hudsuckerproxyDec 25, 2021

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Decent satire on **** up world we live in today. Not sure why people hate it unless it touches some nerve of inconvenient truth how idiotic our civilisation has become. It is absurd and so are we. No more absurd than watching the news.

It seriously true and leaves tragic feeling by the end of how totally **** up. we became as species.… Expand

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recipr_latticeDec 24, 2021

Amazingly fun! Most of the critics are just too full of themselves when trying to dissect themes approached in this movie (and some even have to make a comment about how inappropriate comparisons to global warming are!) and honestly it shows.

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HeyJoe-PCRPGHUNDec 26, 2021

Without any spoiler I can tell it's both a very depressing & great movie in the same time with many talented actors.

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ootavioDec 10, 2021

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. i loved this film so much,i will win a oscar,the soundtrack is incradible with ariana grande voice… Expand

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moemaximusDec 10, 2021

Scathing critique of the media's priorities and coverage of important issues that still finds a way to make you laugh.

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TVJerryDec 17, 2021

Two astronomers (Jennifer Lawrence & Leonardo DiCaprio) discover a comet headed toward Earth that will annihilate civilization. When they try to alert the President (Meryl Streep), she tosses it off for more pressing political matters. ThenTwo astronomers (Jennifer Lawrence & Leonardo DiCaprio) discover a comet headed toward Earth that will annihilate civilization. When they try to alert the President (Meryl Streep), she tosses it off for more pressing political matters. Then they go to the media (Cate Blanchett and Tyler Perry), who are too self-absorbed and surface to care. As the scientists try to alert the world and stop the calamity, the country spirals out of control, while the politicians look the other way (down). Social media only exacerbates matters. Yes, this conflict sounds familiar in today’s political climate and writer/director Adam McKay has masterfully made it entertaining. Like his last satire, The Big Short (my review) he uses all-out-performances, snappy editing, short scenes and clever comedy to sell his dismal message. The entire cast is great, but Mark Rylance was especially hilarious as the ultra-nerdy tech genius. Surprisingly, at 2:25 the movie flies by, which is a testament to McKay’s smart savvy skills. NOTE: Stay thru the credits for one final gag.… Expand

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SteyrausDec 31, 2021

Amazing Film that should give all us Earthlings alot to reflect and dwell on..Although looking at the low critic score its obvious this film knows us better than most of us know ourselves.

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saintandrewsfalJan 1, 2022

Score: 9.5 Damn near perfect film. Funny in a witty, sometimes dark, intelligent way (ala Futurama). It's like an Idiocracy for 2021, yet with a different style of humor. I can definitely see hate brigades lowering the score for this film,Score: 9.5 Damn near perfect film. Funny in a witty, sometimes dark, intelligent way (ala Futurama). It's like an Idiocracy for 2021, yet with a different style of humor. I can definitely see hate brigades lowering the score for this film, but that would be par for the course for anything they don't agree with. Now, I know this film is allegedly an analogy for climate change, but I largely ignored that and focused on the true plot focusing on the ELE comet. The movie worked and it worked well. Great film overall.… Expand

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kirkenderDec 31, 2021

Too real. Waaaaay Too Real. It's a pitch perfect satire of real life. I hated it. It's funny but holy **** I wanted to kill myself watching it. It's too long as well. The performances are great.

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RexacDec 27, 2021

Good and relevant movie in today's time. Powerful message. Those who gave bad reviews are the ones the movie is wearing against.

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tarekaliDec 26, 2021

Observing the brainwashing power of global fascist autocrats and tech barons, this movie is completely plausible and realistic. In this day and age, a large population of the world does not believe what they see, and abhor science, logic andObserving the brainwashing power of global fascist autocrats and tech barons, this movie is completely plausible and realistic. In this day and age, a large population of the world does not believe what they see, and abhor science, logic and rational thinking. Instead, a thin privileged slice of humanity is immune to empathy for those less fortunate and insists on a steady diet of sweet coated lies. It seems a large chunk of us simply lack the digestive system to absorb difficult truths. But then again mass rejection of facts runs rampant all over the world. Dicaprio and Lawrence give outstanding performances as sincere and dedicated scientists, absolutely dumbstruck by the apathy and arrogance of figures in authority. The rest of the heavy-hitting cast delivers strong performances too, especially Hill, Streep and Blanchet, as is expected. This movie is a wake-up call for society. Whether it is a planet threatening virus or comet, all of us need to get back to rational thinking, logical analysis and open-mindedness. Not everything is a conspiracy, use your common sense, hopefully, some is remaining.… Expand

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JyroJyroDec 31, 2021

An excellent presentation of how the Climate Crisis has been addressed in the past 20 years. Our obsession with material wealth, power, social media and hedonistic desires are all bluntly represented through each of the talented actors on screen.

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JaxMan322Dec 30, 2021

Honestly, I didn’t expect to like this movie as much as I do. It would be a mistake to assume the purpose of Don’t Look Up is to further divide people along political lines. The film avoids using divisive labels and instead takes aim theHonestly, I didn’t expect to like this movie as much as I do. It would be a mistake to assume the purpose of Don’t Look Up is to further divide people along political lines. The film avoids using divisive labels and instead takes aim the entire corrupt system. Adam McCay holds nothing back in his satirical yet scathing critique of the reality we are living in. From the mainstream media to the political establishment, nobody is safe from the real-world criticisms this film is trying to convey and I loved every minute of it. No other film has so explicitly demonstrated the absurd ways that capital interests are able to control the levers of power in our society to serve their own interests at the detriment of everyone else. The cast were incredible and had me cracking up from start to finish. My only criticism was with the last minute of the film that took a jarring turn from non-fictional territory to total sci-fi. I think the movie would have been better off without that final scene. But I think it’s important to note that despite the film’s futile narrative and the ways it illustrates mankind’s inability to get out of its own way, Don’t Look Up still left me feeling like there is hope for us. After all, comedy is the medicine we take to cope with reality.… Expand

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omarmmmDec 26, 2021

Another great film added to the Adam Mkay collection of classics. Although I feel as if this does lean more into Polotics which is obviously a risky thing, just look at some of these reviews.

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MalinaliMolinaDec 26, 2021

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Muy buena película, es una crítica social, sátira política, caricaturesca y sarcástica.… Expand

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UnderneathLiesDec 27, 2021

The show is amazing. It makes so much sense to today's world in such a 'in your face sarcastic humour' that I am amazed this show has such a low rating. It isn't the typical kind of comedy slap stick humour. It's a reality check humour andThe show is amazing. It makes so much sense to today's world in such a 'in your face sarcastic humour' that I am amazed this show has such a low rating. It isn't the typical kind of comedy slap stick humour. It's a reality check humour and people should really give it a chance. There should be more films created this way.… Expand

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DeecriticDec 29, 2021

My hubby and I LOVED this movie from the opening scene to the credits. It was an accurate portrayal of how flippant politicians and mainstream media are about climate change, science abs really as an extension, anything that is trulyMy hubby and I LOVED this movie from the opening scene to the credits. It was an accurate portrayal of how flippant politicians and mainstream media are about climate change, science abs really as an extension, anything that is truly important to the wellbeing of our planet. It was so accurate, it's scary & tragic, because that's what we've been dealing with for decades. Super entertaining & funny, too!… Expand

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Skyler68Dec 29, 2021

One of the best movies I've seen in a long time. Endless social commentary portrayed in an amusing way. Great dark comedy that hits hard, left me filled with every emotion

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LopezjklDec 29, 2021

So funny and entertaining!! There is also some sad truth to it but i loved it!!

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jackcargill6Dec 30, 2021

Don't let these tone-deaf critical reviews keep you from seeing it!. Up there with Dr. Strangelove and In the Loop, as top film satires. I predict critics, (like Dargis, Simms, and Morgenstern) will eat their hats over this one, eventually.Don't let these tone-deaf critical reviews keep you from seeing it!. Up there with Dr. Strangelove and In the Loop, as top film satires. I predict critics, (like Dargis, Simms, and Morgenstern) will eat their hats over this one, eventually. Their misplaced criticisms could be aimed at Strangelove just as well, or ill (what is more "anguished", Simms, "turns almost everyone into nincompoops", Morgenstern, "can't compete with horrors of real world, Chang, "deeply anguished comedy freak out", Dargis, "self-righteous superiority", Hornaday, than Dr. Strangelove?) I dare say all of these critics have DS in their pantheons of film satire. For me, their bludgeoning of DLU "tends to limit their entertainment value", to paraphrase one of our "august" critics.… Expand

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Eliot_GuayDec 30, 2021

A film of misunderstood genius, which illustrates very well the denial of our various governments, especially the most influential, in the face of the most alarming threats. If you liked metaphorical works, I recommend it.

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LamberciakDec 31, 2021

What an excellent portrayal of the modern word, where everyone knows better and is focused on short term gain.

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benmoleskinDec 31, 2021

I really don’t know how the critics and media got this wrong. It’s funny, topical, the acting is great, has a heartwarming ending, and has an important message!?

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B-BogFeb 5, 2022

I have absolutely no idea why this movie got slammed so hard by critics. The actors all turned in great performances, the themes are obviously very pertinent to the time we're living in and the issues we're facing as a species, and it's funnyI have absolutely no idea why this movie got slammed so hard by critics. The actors all turned in great performances, the themes are obviously very pertinent to the time we're living in and the issues we're facing as a species, and it's funny and depressing at the same time. If you're a movie critic and you rated the 500th Pixar movie higher than this, you're a f**king clown.… Expand

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navarrojpxJan 10, 2022

One of the best movies of the year, Excellent satirical masterpiece, Makes you think about the world we live in, and makes you laugh at it at the same time

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adamtaylor792Jul 17, 2022

Yes, it is ham-handed but it points its finger at every space imaginable, including media outlets, government organizations, and tech companies who will mobilize groups for their own benefits. The movie smartly does not say "republican" orYes, it is ham-handed but it points its finger at every space imaginable, including media outlets, government organizations, and tech companies who will mobilize groups for their own benefits. The movie smartly does not say "republican" or "democrat", so if you feel the movie is talking about you, it says more about you than it does the movie.… Expand

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NicolasS_1802Dec 10, 2021

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Great movie! Ariana was amazing! The original song is brilliant! DiCaprio, Streep, Lawrence and Hill are perfects in this movie.… Expand

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adilsonmelloDec 10, 2021

perfeito, ariana como sempre mostrando mais uma vez a artista talentosa que ela é

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Brent_MarchantDec 25, 2021

Methinks the critics doth protest too much when it comes to their ill-conceived complaints about this brilliant satire from director Adam McKay, primarily because the filmmaker hits far too close to home for the self-absorbed, superciliousMethinks the critics doth protest too much when it comes to their ill-conceived complaints about this brilliant satire from director Adam McKay, primarily because the filmmaker hits far too close to home for the self-absorbed, supercilious elite in business, politics, and, especially, the media, the institution charged with reviewing material like this. This bitingly cynical yet consistently hilarious dark comedy about the responses of various corners of officialdom to the impending impact of a planet-killing comet poignantly illustrates the wrong-headed priority that contemporary authorities place on self-serving expediency rather than genuine leadership in the face of certain doom. As a metaphor for the current state of American culture, the film is undeniably more than a little over the top, but, given the nature of the message, it also couldn't have been anything less in order to make its point, especially to a society that has become increasingly ignorant and complacent to pay attention to what's really going on around it. The stellar cast is superb across the board, playing their parts near perfectly for each and every character. But what's most impressive is how genuinely funny this offering is throughout, never succumbing to lulls, pacing issues or jokes that fail to land, something few comedies can successfully pull off these days. Indeed, in a year that has been characterized by a wealth of lame releases that have been undeservedly touted for their alleged brilliance, it's truly refreshing to see one that finally lives up to such qualities -- even if many of those writing about it can't see that for themselves, about which all I can say is, "I rest my case."… Expand

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dechico2004Jan 5, 2022

Shows us what the media and our government have become in the past 10 years. 10/10

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contractDec 24, 2021

just look up you dumb **** idiots holy **** we're all gonna die if we don't do something **** DO SOMETHING HOLY **** YOU MORONS

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herrmoeklDec 29, 2021

One of the most important movies of our time, there is a good reason that particularly mainstream media is not in love with this movie. Watch it an you´ll know why...

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Kristoff_PLDec 26, 2021

Great movie !!!
Shows how rich bastards exploit us people (99% of population) for their own propaganda...
And if theirs plan fail , they flee like rats ...
And leave us people here to die/blame...

WAKE UP !!!

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jweeksDec 30, 2021

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This film was the perfect balance of satire and drama required to get such an important message across. I would consider this one of the best films of the year. Ignore the bad reviews from those who would rather listen to anyone other then actual climate scientists (most republicans/corporate funded media). The scientific consensus is that our grand-children could face extinction from climate /ecological collapse if we don't act NOW. With build back better getting grounded/dismantled in the same way the initial rockets sent to stop the comet did it is as pressing of a message as ever.… Expand

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MetacriticOnurDec 24, 2021

excellent
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agulaconiDec 29, 2021

Fun, realistic, interesting, but too long. Could’ve been a little shorter. Although You’ll enjoy it

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3ebfan511Dec 31, 2021

This movie is co-written by Bernie Sanders speech-writer, a political insider with vast knowledge of how things work in this country, often...for the worse. That is why this stings so well, and is quite believable despite the satire.This movie is co-written by Bernie Sanders speech-writer, a political insider with vast knowledge of how things work in this country, often...for the worse. That is why this stings so well, and is quite believable despite the satire. Leftists will love it, but I would imagine conservatives would be somewhere between indifferent...to outright animosity. (As the film is very critical of conservatives, but especially of the media and politicans.) As a film its a bit long, and can feel a bit repetitive during one montage about halfway in, but once it hits its stride to continues on to the climax quite well. Consistently funny bits throughout, and likely a satire classic, one of the best I have ever seen. Anyone who is not A. rich or B.a conservative will likely enjoy it, and its worth watching no matter what ones political affiliation. Its a very interesting story, with an amazing cast, a good amount of humor, and hits at real drama as well as it goes along. Pretty much: this film shows better than any film, what it feels like to be a Bernie Sanders supporters, or a climate activist in our wayward political times. So even conservatives..if they want to understand what that feels like, should watch this film, and can likely learn something. I would consider it a must watch in these present times, and a satire classic.… Expand

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Kel_ScepticJan 8, 2022

It is sooooo funny to see the media critic's score for this movie, when the movies implies exactly this: media manipulation, capitalism at its finest, corporates and PROFIT!

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LinkbeckJan 8, 2022

Amazing movie. All bad reviews did not understand the sarcasm of the movie. Must watch if you are able to not let jokes go over your head like most of the low reviews here

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PanchogulJan 1, 2022

Para bien o para mal, esta película está dando bastante de que hablar y con el tiempo acabará convirtiéndose en un clásico, todo bien excepto por Ariana Grande, esa nula destalentada sobra en la película.

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s3ver14nJan 6, 2022

Heavily allegorical satire, with strangely contrasting approaches that are at one moment very subtle, and the next as subtle as a brick in the face. The brick approach is obviously the Trump like president, vacuous, interested in selfHeavily allegorical satire, with strangely contrasting approaches that are at one moment very subtle, and the next as subtle as a brick in the face. The brick approach is obviously the Trump like president, vacuous, interested in self importance and the aggrandisement of family. To be fair this is all true of the real world Trump, so any caricature is hardly going to be subtle. The flip side is a more subtle criticism of the nature of modern society and media.
Some have assumed references towards climate change and/or the Covid pandemic, but to me the critique felt much broader, where the ridiculously elevated importance of celebrity triviality in social media and the competing, desperate drive of conventional media to remain relevant has become more important than reporting anything of use or value, or indeed the truth.
Overall, despite some bumpy moments this was a hugely enjoyable film with an excellent social commentary and some very subtle humour. I've rated it higher than I would have (probably more like an 8) because, ironically, there are some who don't believe in censorship but will still apparently give silly scores to films whose message they consider too liberal.… Expand

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jaredwallace91Jan 4, 2022

One of the best satires of all time. It's guilty of a little bit of liberal elitism but otherwise it leaves us all culpable for climate change

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FaxthtaxJan 3, 2022

This movie will get a very split audience. Critics will hate it, but i loved it. Even if you dislike this movie you will somehow agree with it.
The point that the main subject of the movie is an asteroid on its way to obliterate earth is oneThis movie will get a very split audience. Critics will hate it, but i loved it. Even if you dislike this movie you will somehow agree with it.
The point that the main subject of the movie is an asteroid on its way to obliterate earth is one thing.
But what it really is rubbing hardest again is actually human intelligence. It is a black, head-on satire on modern society that we live in today, and you know it is not very far of the mark. Human beings have become so estranged in social media and self-publicity that any major world event will be ridiculed.
We saw it when Covid emerged. No one cared until it was on our doorstep.
I had great laughs trough out this film. Highly enjoyed this dark comedy with good performances from most of the cast. Shame it got panned. I think it is the most significant movie in a long time regarding us people as a "intelligent" species.… Expand

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KadankaFeb 13, 2022

To balance out the blatant lies and deception in these reviews! By far the best movie, however it better than above average. :) funny, quip and has a strong message.

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seabassreviewsJan 5, 2022

kind of preachy but overall one of the years best. brilliant cast, writing and tone. definitely one of my favorite film's of the year.

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BozoniniJan 18, 2022

This movie is not for everyone. Its built on sarcasm and analogies not many will understand. Brilliant movie, great cast, bold director.

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WellitonCarlosJan 8, 2022

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Leonardo Di Caprio, Ariana Grande and all effects make the movie a big thing. The iconic plot and several critics represent the spirit of time.… Expand

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letthemicefreeDec 31, 2021

What a great movie ! You have to be a really dumb "movie critic" to give this a low rating. This movie is really funny and I will say that the Peter character is a freaking retard XD

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lipinoDec 29, 2021

Strong satirical comedy with high quality production values, performances, and editing. The first 2/3rds was note perfect. It made fun of people on both aisles; right wing politics, left wing media, technology, social media, reality TV, theStrong satirical comedy with high quality production values, performances, and editing. The first 2/3rds was note perfect. It made fun of people on both aisles; right wing politics, left wing media, technology, social media, reality TV, the general vapidity of people. The last 1/3rd was not as clever in its satire. It was more on-the-nose leftist, essentially saying that people on the right are missing something in their brains. Even the phrase "don't look up" doesn't really make sense -- obviously they believed the comet was coming, they just had a different plan to deal with it. I'm pretty cynical but the idea of left and right still being at odds when the comet becomes visible is too cynical even for me.… Expand

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LeofiniarelJan 3, 2022

Amazing and rightfully scary show. This is how intelligent and good satire is done. The movie, using a fictional scenario, holds up a mirror to western society in general and i think US society in particular, and my guess is that the veryAmazing and rightfully scary show. This is how intelligent and good satire is done. The movie, using a fictional scenario, holds up a mirror to western society in general and i think US society in particular, and my guess is that the very negative reviews of many of the professional media critics come a lot from people butthurt that their own deeply problematic flaws have been called out and exposed. What we see in the movie is exacly what we see in real life when we observe our society reactions to climate change, to COVID, and other crisis. Our society, from the elites (which are the most at fault but the problem isnt just them) to the ordinary social media users is prisoner of a culture of shallowness, shortshightedness, idiocy and self destructive greed. This movie has by some been called a spiritual successor of Dr. Strangelove and Idiocracy, i wholeheartedly agree. It is the mirror showing us our true face, and many of us who can't bare too look at it instead of facing the mirror choose to throw it away and, proving btw thepoint of the movie, don't look up.… Expand

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StanBlackDec 31, 2021

awesome! that's the true story what happens to our crazy world RIGHT NOW!
it is necessary to watch this movie. absolutely recommend

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e30m20b27Jan 2, 2022

Most of the humor is tinged with tension and dissonance, simply owing to how skewed our present culture already is towards isolated channels of information. The weakest part (for me) was the director's point of view being transparentlyMost of the humor is tinged with tension and dissonance, simply owing to how skewed our present culture already is towards isolated channels of information. The weakest part (for me) was the director's point of view being transparently visible; whether I agree, disagree, or am indifferent, because of politicization everywhere, I couldn't help but see some of the themes having a political charge. The themes might be judged differently simply because you can clearly see the director's words in multiple scenes (while in The Big Short, the message was less transparent despite being as biting). The strongest part was the sadness and emotional gravity of watching humankind squander our own existence. I didn't laugh once during the movie--it hit a little too close for me--yet I recommend it with a caveat that it might only be preaching to the choir.… Expand

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franclinolinJan 10, 2022

“Don’t Look Up” featured just enough wry wit balanced with just enough over the top sarcasm to support me through the slower segments until the heavily foreshadowed literally bitter ending landed ….like a comet from the sky.