Fast Forward
Fast Forward

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Fast Forward

2020
Movie
100 min
Mandarin

Insights

IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes72%
Metacritic61/100
Google Users75%
Director: Director XGenres: Drama, Sci-Fi, Thriller

Plot Summary

In a near-future where time travel is a reality but heavily regulated, a brilliant but disgraced scientist attempts a desperate mission to prevent a catastrophic event. He must navigate corporate espionage and the ethical dilemmas of altering the past, all while evading the temporal police. The fate of humanity rests on his ability to outsmart his pursuers and confront his own past mistakes.

Critical Reception

Fast Forward received a mixed to positive reception, with critics praising its ambitious concept and visual style, though some found the plot convoluted. Audiences generally responded well to the action sequences and the lead performance.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its innovative premise and stylish direction.

  • Criticized for a sometimes confusing narrative structure.

  • The performances, particularly the lead, were a highlight for many.

Google audience: Viewers appreciated the film's unique take on time travel and the suspenseful plot. Some felt the pacing could be improved in the middle act, but the ending was generally satisfying.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Visual Effects at the Saturn Awards.

Fun Fact

The distinctive futuristic technology seen in the film was largely created using practical effects and repurposed industrial equipment, giving it a tangible, grounded feel.

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