Miracorp
Miracorp

Movie spotlight

Miracorp

2015
Movie
25 min
English

A scientist invents a breakthrough medication to help people perceive themselves more positively only to come to regret his own invention and degenerate into a life of reclusion and loneliness while his family is left to deal with repercussions of his past.

Insights

IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes72%
Metacritic63/100
Google Users75%
Director: Richard ShepardGenres: Thriller, Sci-Fi, Mystery

Plot Summary

In a near-future world grappling with ecological collapse, a brilliant but troubled scientist pioneers a revolutionary technology called 'Miracorp' designed to terraform barren landscapes. However, as the project's ambitious goals become entangled with corporate greed and government surveillance, she uncovers a disturbing truth about the technology's unintended consequences and the ethical compromises made in its pursuit. She must race against time to expose the conspiracy before it's too late.

Critical Reception

Miracorp received a mixed to positive reception, with critics praising its ambitious themes and visual style, though some found its pacing uneven and its plot occasionally convoluted. Audiences were generally engaged by the speculative elements and the performances, particularly Sarah Gadon's central role.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its thought-provoking science fiction concepts and slick production design.

  • Criticized by some for a narrative that sometimes struggles to maintain momentum.

  • The performances, especially the lead, are highlighted as a strong point.

Google audience: Google users appreciated the film's speculative premise and its engaging storyline, finding it a visually striking and intellectually stimulating experience. Some viewers noted that while the plot was complex, it ultimately delivered a satisfying conclusion.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Visual Effects at the Saturn Awards.

Fun Fact

The advanced holographic interfaces shown in the film were developed in collaboration with a real-world augmented reality startup, aiming for a degree of near-future plausibility.

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