Self/less

Focus Features | Release Date: July 10, 2015

8.2	USER SCORE Universal acclaim based on 450 Ratings

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tvnewsguidoAug 28, 2015

Meh.

It's a neat idea that never gels. My dislike for this pictures stems from my total lack of empathy for the protagonist. I mean, he showed no indication in his "other life" that he was anything but a selfish, take-no-prisonersMeh.

It's a neat idea that never gels.

My dislike for this pictures stems from my total lack of empathy for the protagonist.

I mean, he showed no indication in his "other life" that he was anything but a selfish, take-no-prisoners businessman who would ruin someone's life because he felt insulted. That's all fine and good. He made his choices and was the man he was. He was not, however, the curious and "selfless" individual who emerged later in the picture.

Overall it's a passable excuse for a shoot-em-up action thing but it's not compelling.… Expand

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fool0117Jul 11, 2015

The first half of the movie was very promising but quickly turned from interesting sci fi to a straight action film. Aside from that, I don't regret seeing it. Ryan Reynolds was great as was most of the supporting cast. The ending wasThe first half of the movie was very promising but quickly turned from interesting sci fi to a straight action film. Aside from that, I don't regret seeing it. Ryan Reynolds was great as was most of the supporting cast. The ending was predictable but I suppose it was the only way this film could end.… Expand

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MattBrady99Oct 19, 2015

Self/less had potential to be a great movie, I mean with an interesting story like this about the side effect's of immorality could have been a good and interesting movie, but sadly what we've got was rather bland.

Self/less is one of theSelf/less had potential to be a great movie, I mean with an interesting story like this about the side effect's of immorality could have been a good and interesting movie, but sadly what we've got was rather bland.

Self/less is one of the most pointless and boring movie experiences of 2015.… Expand

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BrankTheDankestOct 6, 2015

Is this like that John Travolta and Nicholas Cage movie? If so, 10/10, if not, I'll play it safe and give it a 6/10. Haven't seen it yet. Honestly IDK if anyone's seen it, lol.

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ydnar4Aug 28, 2015

Self/less is a movie that might share pieces of plot with other films but I wasn’t expecting the film to be strong and I was right. Self/less really doesn’t screw around and you don’t have to wait for the story to get underway and the firstSelf/less is a movie that might share pieces of plot with other films but I wasn’t expecting the film to be strong and I was right. Self/less really doesn’t screw around and you don’t have to wait for the story to get underway and the first half of the story is the best part of the film.

I’m never sure of Ryan Reynolds but I would say that he did a pretty good job here. He really was the right man to chose for this type of film but it just wasn’t executed right. I think that this guy could easily be a movie star for years to come but he just has make better choices. He is constantly getting stuck in mediocre films.

The major problem with Self/less is that is makes such little use of the creative premise. Rather than crafting a interesting thriller out of this premise this film became nothing more than a really lame sci-fi action movie and even the action was a disappointment. The film runs about 20 minutes too long and the film was also achingly predictable which I was not expecting after watching the trailer that promised a mind binding film.… Expand

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duncan1964Jul 20, 2015

Self/Less is in no way a bad film, it's really just a disappointing one. The story of a man who buys a new body when his is on the way out makes for a good starting point and the first 30 minutes are intriguing and well made, but then theSelf/Less is in no way a bad film, it's really just a disappointing one. The story of a man who buys a new body when his is on the way out makes for a good starting point and the first 30 minutes are intriguing and well made, but then the audience suddenly finds it is one step ahead of all the characters, and we remain that way throughout the film. No matter what twists and turns the film throws at us, they are so well signposted that nothing comes as a surprise and in the end boredom starts to set in. The most disappointing aspect of the film, however, is its visual style. Director Tarsem Singh has made some of the most beautiful looking films of the last few years (Immortals, Cell, The Fall) but Self/Less just looks, well, ordinary. And that's unforgivable.… Expand

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ThegodfathersonJul 11, 2015

On one hand, we have an insanely interesting movie, yet so pathetic. On the other, we have a major effort by Ryan Reynolds and Tarsem Singh. Self/less is fine. There is action, some good acting and crazy plot twists. But, the film is a soapOn one hand, we have an insanely interesting movie, yet so pathetic. On the other, we have a major effort by Ryan Reynolds and Tarsem Singh. Self/less is fine. There is action, some good acting and crazy plot twists. But, the film is a soap opera on drugs, Reynolds's pathetic character doesn't add anything to the mix, they didn't show Ben Kingsley much and the movie has some of the most ridiculous writing I have seen in any summer blockbuster. Singh ultimately puts a major illusion on his film, I can't say that I liked it, but I can say that I had some fun with it. It's well shot, colourful and very edgy. I still don't know if I could recommend it though.… Expand

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TVJerryJul 13, 2015

Ben Kingsley plays a rich New York real estate baron (his apartment in the film is actually one of Donald Trump's gaudy dwellings). He's dying of cancer, so he pays to have his consciousness transferred into the body of a healthy RyanBen Kingsley plays a rich New York real estate baron (his apartment in the film is actually one of Donald Trump's gaudy dwellings). He's dying of cancer, so he pays to have his consciousness transferred into the body of a healthy Ryan Reynolds. When he tries to discover the fate of the man who previously occupied his body, the sci-fi angle fades into a traditional chase flick. While the plot turns on predictable points, the action and pacing are adequate. Nothing about this film is special, but it's passable "escape"-ism.… Expand

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BrianMcCriticNov 16, 2015

I enjoyed watching this film though it's highly forgettable. Tarsem Singh has a very unique style that I didn't see much of in this movie. Overall I had a decent time watching this film but I can't say it stays with you. B-

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RalfbergsAug 26, 2016

An interesting idea of the movie but for me it isn't done so well - there are some quirks in the storyline and also some of it feels like it has been done before in other movies. Also the storyline is easily predictable more or less. So IAn interesting idea of the movie but for me it isn't done so well - there are some quirks in the storyline and also some of it feels like it has been done before in other movies. Also the storyline is easily predictable more or less. So I don't say that it is an amazing or great movie, but it is decent.… Expand

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FreemanAshJul 10, 2015

The entirety of Self/less for myself was a film that could have easily been something bigger but really didn't have the willpower to make it so. While the concept isn't the most original, the pseudo-realistic universe that was created couldThe entirety of Self/less for myself was a film that could have easily been something bigger but really didn't have the willpower to make it so. While the concept isn't the most original, the pseudo-realistic universe that was created could have been utilized better if the creators tried to make it bigger. Ryan Reynolds was able to play his character very well, but wasn't able to shine through it because of how bland of dialogue the writers gave him. This movie made me feel average after leaving the theatre and I almost forgot that I had seen it. The main reason I am giving this a 5 over a 4 is because of the soundtrack: the drum-and-bass esque beats accompanied by smooth, swallowing guitar sounds give the movie a great atmosphere. I'd recommend seeing it on Netflix at least once, but nothing more than that.… Expand

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Lee_GodspeedAug 13, 2017

With a strong cast in Ben Kingsley and Ryan Reynolds leading, it never really gets fully going to hit its very interesting concept and unfortunate predictable ending. The actings fine but there's only so much they can do with what they've gotWith a strong cast in Ben Kingsley and Ryan Reynolds leading, it never really gets fully going to hit its very interesting concept and unfortunate predictable ending. The actings fine but there's only so much they can do with what they've got to work with. With no spoilers I can't say too much as too why it's slow and predictable but I feel with different direction and some more of a budget this film could've been pretty good and certainly entertaining. Shame really as the storyline and ideas are there along with the cast… Expand

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