Inertia
Inertia

Inertia

2001Movie92 minEnglish

Joseph is in love with Laura. Laura is in love with Bruce. Bruce is in love with Alex. Alex is in love with Joseph. While a mysterious germ in the water supply threatens the population of Winnipeg, Canada, four love-struck individuals struggle with a greater illness - the randomness and intensity of their own desire. A love triangle with four people.

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IMDb5.1/10
Director: Chris EyreGenres: Drama

Plot Summary

A mysterious and disfigured man, known only as "The Man," awakens in a desolate motel room with no memory of his past. He soon discovers he possesses extraordinary physical abilities and a burning desire for revenge against those who wronged him. As he pieces together fragments of his identity, he embarks on a violent quest that blurs the lines between justice and retribution.

Critical Reception

Inertia received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many finding its plot derivative and its violence gratuitous. Some praised the film's visual style and the performance of its lead actor, but overall, it failed to make a significant impact.

What Reviewers Say

  • Lacks originality in its revenge plot.
  • The violence is often excessive and serves little narrative purpose.
  • Some acknowledge a visually interesting, if flawed, attempt at a neo-noir thriller.

Google audience: Audience reviews are sparse for this film, making it difficult to ascertain a clear consensus on what Google users specifically liked or disliked.

Fun Fact

Director Chris Eyre is known for his work on Native American-themed films, making 'Inertia' a departure from his usual subject matter.

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