Size Matters
Size Matters

Size Matters

2018Movie0English

In a search for clues about size, the documentary shows why the sun and planets are so large, why insects have shrunk in the course of evolution and how tall trees can actually grow. Fantastic thought experiments are visualized: animals grow many times their normal size and a man is shrunk to the size of an insect. The results of the unnatural reversal of size ratios have incredible consequences. What are the advantages and disadvantages? "Size matters" is a scientific documentary narrated with fictional scenes. Parallel worlds are created in which size appears in a completely new light, often in a different way than previously known. Modern, astonishing CGI sequences support internationally recognized scientists on a journey to both ends of the size scale and help to understand the world in its dimensions.

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IMDb5.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes35%
Metacritic48/100
Google Users45%
Director: Michael Patrick KingGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

The film follows a struggling actress who finds herself in an unconventional relationship with a famous, but reclusive, director. As their professional and personal lives intertwine, she must navigate the complexities of fame, art, and her own desires. The narrative explores themes of ambition, compromise, and the blurred lines between reality and fantasy in Hollywood. Ultimately, she confronts the true meaning of success and fulfillment.

Critical Reception

Size Matters received a mixed to negative reception from critics, who were divided on its satirical take on Hollywood and its pacing. While some praised its ambition and lead performance, others found its plot predictable and its humor hit-or-miss. Audiences generally mirrored this sentiment, with many finding the film to be a somewhat superficial exploration of its themes.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praiseworthy for its attempts at sharp Hollywood satire, though it often falls short of its lofty goals.
  • A predictable narrative that struggles to balance its comedic and dramatic elements effectively.
  • Kaitlin Olson delivers a committed performance, but it's not enough to elevate the material.

Google audience: Google users found the film to be a somewhat disappointing and uneven comedy. While a few appreciated the premise and Olson's effort, many felt the movie lacked genuine laughs and a compelling storyline, with some finding it to be a forgettable entry in the genre.

Fun Fact

Director Michael Patrick King, known for his work on 'Sex and the City,' aimed to create a darker, more satirical look at the film industry with 'Size Matters,' a departure from his previous comedic endeavors.

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