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Revolutions Per Second
A 25-minute visual essay by Kent Jones about Jean-Luc Godard and his film 'Weekend'.
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Plot Summary
In a dystopian future, humanity is on the brink of extinction after a devastating war with intelligent machines. A lone soldier, tasked with protecting a vital outpost, uncovers a shocking truth about the enemy and his own existence. He must make a choice that will determine the fate of what little remains of the human race.
Critical Reception
Revolutions Per Second received largely negative reviews from critics, who found its plot predictable and its action sequences uninspired. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, with many citing a lack of originality and underdeveloped characters as major drawbacks.
What Reviewers Say
Lacks originality and relies heavily on tired sci-fi tropes.
The action sequences are derivative and fail to generate excitement.
Underdeveloped characters and a predictable plot leave little impact.
Google audience: Google users found the film to be a generic sci-fi action flick with a weak story and unconvincing performances. Many felt it was a missed opportunity to explore interesting themes, instead opting for a formulaic approach.
Fun Fact
Despite its bleak premise, the film was intended to be the first installment in a potential franchise, though its poor critical and commercial performance ultimately prevented any sequels from being made.
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