The Edge Of Human
The Edge Of Human

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The Edge Of Human

2022
Movie
48 min
Mandarin

Inspired by the classic movie Blade Runner and the book Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep? Jeter is an android hunter who is investigating a moon bus hijacking that crashed near the coast of Macau. But when he becomes friends with a female android Marie he starts to second guess his job.

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IMDb5.8/10
Director: Mark DennisGenres: Drama, Sci-Fi, Thriller

Plot Summary

In a dystopian future, a man named Elias is tasked with the bleak responsibility of terminating children born with a genetic defect that makes them susceptible to extreme emotions. When he encounters a young girl, Sarah, who exhibits this condition but also a profound empathy, Elias is forced to confront his actions and the morality of the society he serves. He embarks on a dangerous journey to protect her, challenging the established order and questioning the very definition of humanity.

Critical Reception

The Edge of Human received a mixed to positive reception, with many critics praising its ambitious themes and thought-provoking premise, though some found its execution uneven.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its philosophical exploration of humanity and emotion.

  • Some found the pacing occasionally slow and the narrative development inconsistent.

  • The film's bleak atmosphere and challenging subject matter were frequently noted.

Google audience: Audience reception for The Edge of Human is not widely available through aggregated Google user reviews, making it difficult to summarize specific likes or dislikes.

Fun Fact

Director Mark Dennis also wrote the screenplay for 'The Edge of Human', drawing inspiration from his own thoughts on genetic determinism and societal control.

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