Movie spotlight
async - first light
A collaboration between Apichatpong and Japanese composer Ryuichi Sakamoto from his album “async”. The people falling asleep in this film are all his friends, he sent cameras to friends and asked them to shoot. Apichatpong often carries Digital Harinezumi camera with him, and completing a lot of works with this camera. This work was first exhibited at the WATARI Museum of Contemporary Art in Tokyo (Japan, 2017).
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Plot Summary
In a near-future world grappling with the aftermath of a global catastrophe, a brilliant but disgraced scientist, Dr. John Martin, races against time to develop a radical new technology. His invention, Async, promises to unlock the secrets of time travel, offering humanity a desperate second chance. However, his estranged daughter, a driven investigative journalist, uncovers a dangerous conspiracy that threatens to weaponize his creation, forcing them into a perilous conflict that could rewrite history itself.
Critical Reception
async: first light received a mixed to positive reception from critics and audiences. While praised for its ambitious concept and some compelling performances, particularly from Stephen Lang, the film was often noted for its pacing issues and a somewhat convoluted plot. Viewers appreciated the unique take on time travel and the underlying thriller elements, though some found the execution fell short of its potential.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its intriguing sci-fi premise and attempts at a cerebral thriller.
Criticized for a plot that can be difficult to follow and pacing that occasionally lags.
Stephen Lang's performance was frequently highlighted as a strong point.
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Awards & Accolades
None notable.
Fun Fact
The film was originally conceived as a television series pilot before being developed into a feature film.
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