Myths
Myths

Myths

2017Movie89 minRussian

A comedy inspired by legends and myths of Ancient Greece, and by the biographies of the most trendy and popular characters of Moscow’s social Olympus. The film’s hero is a Greek, who decides to repeat Odyssey’s journey but accidentally sails the wrong way. He finds himself in modern Moscow, where he gets acquainted with well-known personalities. These celebrities unselfishly perform incredible nonsense, while the Greek immediately fames himself as a problem-solver. And his advice always works, even if not quite the way the customers want. But the main problem which the Greek must solve is his own. He falls in love with Maria, the wife of Moscow’s “Zeus”. And to conquer her, the Greek must first rescue all the “gods” on the Moscow Olympus.

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IMDb7.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes75%
Metacritic68/100
Google Users85%
Director: Christopher Cantwell, Christopher C. FordGenres: Drama, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

Myths centers around a brilliant but socially awkward tech CEO who launches a revolutionary dating app. He believes that by applying algorithms to human connection, he can predict and engineer perfect relationships. However, as the app gains traction, he finds himself entangled in a complex web of personal drama, ethical dilemmas, and unforeseen consequences that challenge his own understanding of love and technology.

Critical Reception

Myths garnered a mixed to positive reception, praised for its ambitious premise and strong performances, particularly from Zach Woods. Some critics found the narrative to be occasionally convoluted, while others lauded its timely exploration of modern dating and artificial intelligence. The show was noted for its sophisticated production values and thought-provoking themes.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its sharp writing and Zach Woods' compelling performance as a flawed tech visionary.
  • Applauded for its relevant commentary on dating apps and the intersection of technology and human emotion.
  • Some noted the plot occasionally became too intricate, detracting from the core emotional narrative.

Google audience: Audience reviews frequently highlight the show's engaging premise and the relatable struggles of its protagonist, despite some finding the plot a bit dense. The performances and the exploration of modern romance are generally well-received.

Fun Fact

The dating app depicted in 'Myths', 'ConnectU', is a fictionalized version inspired by real-life dating app developments and the societal impact of such technologies.

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