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Night Giant

2013
Movie
11 min
English

After being haunted by a Night Giant in the streets of Echo Park, a young man contacts a Giant Hunter to help him destroy his problem. A suspenseful deadpan comedy set in a black and white twilight zone world.

Insights

IMDb7.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes93%
Metacritic84/100
Google Users80%
Director: Rian JohnsonGenres: Science Fiction, Thriller, Mystery

Plot Summary

In a future where time travel is possible but illegal, a mob called the 'Loopers' are tasked with eliminating targets sent back from the past. Joe, a Looper, finds his life complicated when his future self is sent back as his next target. He must then fight to survive and protect the woman he loves from the consequences of his own actions.

Critical Reception

Looper was met with widespread critical acclaim, praised for its intricate plot, strong performances, and unique take on the time travel genre. It was also a commercial success, solidifying Rian Johnson's reputation as a director.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its inventive premise and complex narrative structure.

  • Lauded for the performances of its lead actors, particularly Joseph Gordon-Levitt and Bruce Willis.

  • Applauded for its gritty atmosphere and thought-provoking exploration of time travel paradoxes.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated Looper's engaging story, clever twists, and action sequences. Some viewers found the plot occasionally convoluted, but overall, it was considered a smart and entertaining science fiction film.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Original Screenplay at the Academy Awards, Best Motion Picture – Drama at the Golden Globe Awards, and won numerous awards for its screenplay and acting from various critics' circles.

Fun Fact

Joseph Gordon-Levitt wore extensive prosthetics to make his younger self resemble a de-aged Bruce Willis, including a nose, chin, and cheek implants, as well as contact lenses.

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