IMDb5.6/10
Rotten Tomatoes30%
Metacritic46/100
Google Users44%
Director: Penny Woolcock•Genres: Drama, Romance, Sci-Fi
In a near-future London, a massive, unexplained meteor shower plunges the city into darkness and chaos. Survival becomes the immediate priority for the scattered inhabitants. Among them are a young woman named Isis and a British soldier named Tommy, who, despite the overwhelming devastation, find a flicker of connection and hope in each other amidst the ruins.
Distant received mixed to negative reviews from critics. While some praised its atmospheric tension and the performances of its leads, many found the plot underdeveloped and the science fiction elements unconvincing. Audiences were similarly divided, with some appreciating its bleak outlook and others finding it overly grim and lacking in substance.
Praised for its grim, atmospheric depiction of a London post-apocalypse.
Criticized for a lack of compelling narrative and underdeveloped character arcs.
The sci-fi premise is often seen as a weak foundation for the dramatic elements.
Google audience: Google users generally found the film to be a somber and visually striking post-apocalyptic tale, with appreciation for the moody atmosphere and the central romance. However, many viewers felt the plot was too slow-paced and that the film ultimately failed to deliver a satisfying or memorable story.
The film was shot on location in London, utilizing abandoned industrial sites and post-industrial landscapes to create its desolate, post-apocalyptic atmosphere.
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