Connected
Connected

Movie spotlight

Connected

2016
Movie
45 min
English

Follow Barbara Dunkelman and Blaine Gibson as they must survive their work, their social lives and the modern world without the comfort of their cell phones in order to explore how our brains change with our use of technology and analyze how we sustain and build relationships in the 21st century.

Insights

IMDb5.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes45%
Metacritic48/100
Google Users56%
Director: Luke ScottGenres: Sci-Fi, Thriller, Action

Plot Summary

A group of strangers discover they have developed extraordinary abilities after being exposed to a mysterious substance. They must come together to use their newfound powers to stop a ruthless organization that seeks to control them. The film follows their journey as they learn to harness their abilities and fight for their survival against overwhelming odds.

Critical Reception

Connected received mixed reviews from critics, with many praising its ambitious concept and visual style, but criticizing its convoluted plot and underdeveloped characters. Audiences were similarly divided, with some appreciating the action sequences and performances, while others found it to be a derivative and disappointing entry in the superhero genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Visually striking with a compelling premise, but ultimately hampered by a muddled narrative.

  • James McAvoy delivers a strong performance, but it's not enough to elevate the uneven script.

  • Fails to live up to its potential, offering a familiar story with a few innovative twists.

Google audience: Google users generally found the film to be an interesting concept with some exciting action, but many felt the plot was confusing and the character development lacking. Some viewers appreciated the performances, while others were disappointed by what they perceived as a formulaic storyline.

Fun Fact

The film's original title was 'See How They Run,' but it was changed to 'Connected' during production.

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My Review

TMDB Reviews

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_★★★★_ An interesting concept that really shows the good and bad of our modern technology.