Kite Adrift
Kite Adrift

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Kite Adrift

2013
Movie
77 min
Spanish

Paulina, a trainee social worker doing her internship in a reintegration center, meets Manuel, with whom she starts a friendship that promps her to question her vocation and begin a 'second adolescence', this time free from the tyranny of conventions and routine. Spending time in a world that does not belong to her.

Insights

IMDb4.6/10
Rotten Tomatoes18%
Metacritic34/100
Google Users35%
Director: Katsuhiro OtomoGenres: Action, Crime, Drama, Sci-Fi, Thriller

Plot Summary

In a dystopian future, a troubled young woman named Sawa possesses extraordinary combat skills, honed by a shadowy organization that raised her as an assassin. After escaping her handlers, she finds herself pursued by both the law and her former employers. Aided by a mysterious guardian, Sawa navigates the dangerous streets, seeking answers about her past and a way to break free from her violent destiny.

Critical Reception

Kite Adrift received a mixed to negative reception from critics and audiences. While some praised its visual style and action sequences, many found the plot underdeveloped and the characters lacking depth. The film was criticized for failing to live up to the potential of its source material and for its inconsistent tone.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its stylized action and visual presentation.

  • Criticized for a weak, convoluted plot and unengaging characters.

  • Ultimately seen as a disappointing adaptation that fails to resonate.

Google audience: Audience reviews indicate disappointment with the film's narrative coherence and character development. While some viewers appreciated the action and visual effects, many found the story confusing and the emotional impact lacking.

Fun Fact

The film is a live-action adaptation of the acclaimed 1980s Japanese anime OVA of the same name, 'Kite'.

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