Looking Up
Looking Up

Movie spotlight

Looking Up

2019
Movie
147 min
Mandarin

In the vast space, the astronauts lost connection with the ground. He recalled his greatest father in the most desperate situation. Father and son run across time, guarding love and family. The story is full of joy, warmth, tears and wonders.

Insights

IMDb6.5/10
Google Users76%
Director: Xue XiaoluGenres: Drama, Sci-Fi, Family

Plot Summary

In a future where Earth's atmosphere is becoming toxic, a father and son embark on a perilous journey to find a way to save humanity. The son dreams of becoming a "star rover" and travels to the moon, while his father struggles to fulfill his son's wish and ensure their survival. Their mission becomes a race against time to unite the world and find a new home among the stars.

Critical Reception

Looking Up received a mixed to positive reception. Critics praised its ambitious scope, visual effects, and emotional core, particularly the father-son relationship. However, some found the plot pacing uneven and the scientific elements less convincing than the emotional narrative.

What Reviewers Say

  • Visually impressive with a touching father-son dynamic.

  • The film struggles with pacing and scientific plausibility at times.

  • An emotionally resonant story about hope and sacrifice in a dystopian future.

Google audience: Google users generally appreciated the film's emotional depth and optimistic message, highlighting the performances and the heartwarming family story. Some viewers found the plot a bit predictable but were ultimately moved by the film's themes.

Fun Fact

The film's production involved extensive use of CGI to create its futuristic settings and space sequences, aiming for a blend of scientific realism and imaginative storytelling.

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