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Singularity
The film takes place in Ireland – an Ireland where people speak Catalan with a Fassbinder accent – from the 1930 to today, and follows in several parallel directions the sprawling saga of two rival gold mines, the exploitation of artists by Capital, and the simultaneous opening of a brothel where women do not like men. Because he does things his own way, Albert Serra’s most narrative and wordy film was not meant for cinema: produced by the Venice Biennale, it was part of an installation, its chapters shown simultaneously on several screens. Singularity could very well have been called “Velvet Goldmine”, as it sings the meeting of brothels and tunnels, of a golden stud and lustful bodies (both shown as abstractions).
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Plot Summary
In 2077, a robotics student named Doug receives a death sentence, but his consciousness is sent back in time to 1776 to meet his beloved, a woman who is also a warrior, and prevent her death. Meanwhile, a parallel story unfolds in 1776 where the same woman is fighting for her life against the East India Company. The film weaves together these two timelines as Doug races against time to save his love and alter destiny.
Critical Reception
Singularity, also known as The Lovers, received overwhelmingly negative reviews from critics and audiences alike. It was widely panned for its convoluted plot, poor execution, and dated special effects, failing to impress on any significant level.
What Reviewers Say
The film suffers from a confusing and poorly structured narrative that fails to engage.
Acting performances are largely uninspired, contributing to the overall lack of impact.
Despite its ambitious scope, the production values and execution are widely considered subpar.
Google audience: Audience reception for Singularity is largely negative, with viewers frequently citing the film's confusing plot, weak storytelling, and overall poor quality as significant drawbacks. Many found the film to be a disappointing experience that did not live up to its premise.
Fun Fact
The film had a troubled production history, with its release being significantly delayed and the film undergoing multiple title changes, initially being known as 'The Lovers'.
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