Fast Color

In a near-future where seismic activity has ravaged the planet, Ruth, a woman gifted with supernatural abilities, has been on the run for years. She returns to her family home to mend her relationship with her mother and daughter, all while evading a government agency determined to weaponize her powers. As Ruth rediscovers her abilities, she learns that her powers are intrinsically linked to the health of the Earth and may hold the key to its salvation.

Fast Color received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its unique approach to superhero storytelling, its strong performances, and its emotional depth. While some found the pacing to be slow, many appreciated its focus on character development and its timely themes of environmentalism and family.

• Praised for its refreshing take on superpowers, focusing on grounded emotional stakes rather than spectacle.

• Gugu Mbatha-Raw's performance as Ruth was frequently highlighted as a strong anchor for the film.

• The film's exploration of intergenerational trauma and environmental concerns resonated with many reviewers.

Google audience: Audiences largely appreciated the film's originality and emotional core, with many enjoying the strong lead performances and the thought-provoking themes. Some viewers found the plot a bit slow or the explanations for the powers somewhat vague, but overall sentiment was positive.

Director Julia Hart has stated that the film was inspired by the idea of 'what if women had superpowers, but they were tied to their emotional states and the Earth?'