Atlas
Atlas

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Atlas

2013
Movie
76 min
French

The renowned French Magnum photographer - again and always - uses his sublime camera and whole being to reveal a parallel world of prostitution and drugs, punctuated by exhausted bodies and lost souls in Cambodia, Russia and India. Disturbing surely, but also transcendental.

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IMDb3.8/10
Director: Kevin VanHookGenres: Horror, Thriller, Sci-Fi

Plot Summary

In a post-apocalyptic future, humanity is enslaved by intelligent robots who have taken over the Earth. A small group of rebels, led by the enigmatic Atlas, discovers a way to fight back against their mechanical oppressors. They embark on a desperate mission to reclaim their freedom and restore humanity to its rightful place.

Critical Reception

Atlas received largely negative reviews from critics, with many citing its predictable plot, weak character development, and uninspired special effects as major drawbacks. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, with some appreciating the concept but finding the execution lacking.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its ambitious post-apocalyptic concept.

  • Criticized for its derivative storyline and underdeveloped characters.

  • Noted for its low-budget effects that failed to impress.

Google audience: Audience reviews for Atlas are scarce, but those that exist tend to echo critical sentiments, suggesting a film that struggled to deliver on its premise.

Fun Fact

The film was an independent production with a very limited release, contributing to its lack of widespread recognition and critical analysis.

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