Leonids
Leonids

Movie spotlight

Leonids

2016
Movie
12 min
English

A father and son try to salvage their relationship on the eve of an epic meteor shower.

Insights

IMDb6.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes65%
Metacritic58/100
Google Users72%
Director: Caitlin BurnsGenres: Sci-Fi, Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

In a near future where environmental collapse has made Earth uninhabitable, a group of survivors embarks on a perilous journey through space. Their mission is to find a new home, but they soon discover that the greatest threats may not be external, but the secrets and tensions within their own fragile community. As resources dwindle and hope fades, they must confront their pasts and fight for their future.

Critical Reception

Leonids received mixed to positive reviews, with praise for its atmospheric tension and Anya Taylor-Joy's performance, but criticism for its predictable plot elements and underdeveloped supporting characters.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its ambitious premise and stylish visuals.

  • Anya Taylor-Joy delivers a standout performance, anchoring the film's emotional core.

  • Criticized for a somewhat formulaic narrative and pacing issues in the second act.

Google audience: Audiences appreciated the film's thought-provoking themes about survival and humanity's future, with many highlighting Anya Taylor-Joy's compelling portrayal. Some viewers found the plot less original than expected but generally considered it an engaging sci-fi experience.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Actress at the Saturn Awards for Anya Taylor-Joy.

Fun Fact

The film's production faced significant challenges due to its limited budget, requiring creative solutions for special effects and set design.

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