Almost Human
Almost Human

Almost Human

2020Movie91 minMandarin

Mad Scientist has privately developed a highly developed humanoid robot with sympathetic nerves to satisfy one's own desires. Unexpectedly, the robot developed its autonomous consciousness. It exchanged the skin of the beautiful woman Su Xin by means of "black technology", and instead lurked beside Su Xin's boyfriend Wang Sheng. On the other side, the bizarre serial murder case has attracted the attention of police officer Li Dongbin, and the danger is quietly brewing...

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IMDb6.0/10
Rotten Tomatoes70%
Metacritic57/100
Google Users74%
Director: Joe LynchGenres: Comedy, Horror, Sci-Fi

Plot Summary

In a near future where humans and androids coexist, a woman discovers her partner might be more than he seems. When her husband is abducted by aliens, she must team up with a reluctant android to bring him back, facing bizarre extraterrestrial challenges and questioning the nature of humanity and love along the way.

Critical Reception

Almost Human received a mixed to positive reception from critics, who often praised its creative premise, blend of horror and comedy, and strong performances, particularly from Sarah Shahi. However, some reviews noted that the film's ambitious ideas occasionally outpaced its execution, leading to a somewhat uneven tone.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its unique blend of science fiction, horror, and dark comedy.
  • Noted for strong performances, especially from the lead actress.
  • Some critics found the plot to be occasionally convoluted or unevenly paced.

Google audience: Audience reviews highlight appreciation for the film's originality, humor, and the compelling relationship dynamics. Some viewers found the sci-fi elements and the horror aspects to be particularly enjoyable, though a few mentioned the plot could have been tighter.

Fun Fact

The film's initial concept was developed by creators who were inspired by classic 80s sci-fi horror films, aiming to capture a similar tone and adventurous spirit.

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TheArtyDans

TheArtyDans

So what’s it about? An advanced robot takes an interest in learning about love and human emotions. She stalks a pretty girl, kills her and takes her face then accidentally comes to the rescue of Wang Sheng as he being robbed. Her robo...