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Other Halves
Directed by a different Matthew Price than the MAMO host, this film follows a team of programmers develop a revolutionary new dating app called Other Halves. On the night before the app is set to launch, they discover it causes strange side effects: users lose all self-control, becoming amoral, lascivious, violent... evil. They consider shutting the app down, but... Evil is profitable.
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Plot Summary
In a world where a mysterious plague has wiped out half the male population, a young woman named Pam discovers a new love while navigating the profound societal changes. Her burgeoning relationship with a man from the other half of the planet, who seems unaffected, forces her to confront the lingering grief and the uncertain future.
Critical Reception
Other Halves received a mixed to positive reception, with critics often highlighting its ambitious premise and strong performances, particularly from Teyonah Parris. While some found the execution occasionally uneven, the film was generally praised for its thoughtful exploration of love, loss, and societal resilience in the face of catastrophe.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its unique and thought-provoking sci-fi premise.
Teyonah Parris delivers a compelling and nuanced lead performance.
Some viewers found the pacing and narrative development to be inconsistent.
Google audience: Audience reviews are limited, but those available tend to note the film's interesting concept and the lead actress's performance, with some expressing a desire for deeper character development or a more resolved narrative.
Fun Fact
Director Matthew A. Cherry initially conceived the idea for 'Other Halves' after experiencing a personal loss, aiming to explore themes of grief and connection through a speculative fiction lens.
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