Bliss
Bliss

Bliss

2021Movie104 minEnglish

A mind-bending love story following Greg who, after recently being divorced and then fired, meets the mysterious Isabel, a woman living on the streets and convinced that the polluted, broken world around them is just a computer simulation. Doubtful at first, Greg eventually discovers there may be some truth to Isabel’s wild conspiracy.

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IMDb5.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes37%
Metacritic45/100
Google Users44%
Director: Mike CahillGenres: Science Fiction, Romance, Drama

Plot Summary

A recently divorced man, Greg, encounters a mysterious woman named Isabel who is living on the streets. He soon discovers that the "real world" may not be what it seems, as Isabel reveals that it's a simulation. Greg must decide whether to embrace the harsh reality of his life or choose the blissful illusion offered by Isabel's world.

Critical Reception

Bliss received mixed reviews from critics, with praise for its ambitious concept and performances, but criticism for its convoluted plot and uneven pacing. Audiences were divided, with some appreciating its philosophical exploration of reality and choice, while others found it confusing and unsatisfying.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its unique premise and the chemistry between its leads.
  • Criticized for its confusing narrative and underdeveloped philosophical themes.
  • The film's visual style and thought-provoking questions were noted, but often overshadowed by its plot issues.

Google audience: Google users were split on Bliss. Many appreciated the film's exploration of subjective reality and the emotional core provided by the lead actors. However, a significant number found the plot difficult to follow and the ending ambiguous, leading to frustration.

Fun Fact

Director Mike Cahill drew inspiration for the film's concept of simulated reality from philosophical ideas and personal experiences with altered states of consciousness.

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