Johnny 2.0
Johnny 2.0

Johnny 2.0

1998Movie94 minEnglish

Awakening from a 15-year coma, scientist Johnny Dalton discovers that his life has been illusory and that he is merely a clone of the real Dr. Dalton. With the help of rebel leader Nikki Holland, Dalton sets out to find his maker in a futuristic society fraught with danger and secrecy.

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IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes72%
Metacritic65/100
Google Users78%
Director: Jean-Pierre JeunetGenres: Science Fiction, Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

In a desolate, post-apocalyptic future, a solitary, cybernetically enhanced scavenger named Johnny navigates a world devoid of natural resources. He scavenges for remnants of the past to survive and to protect a young girl named Lily, who represents the last hope for humanity. Their journey is fraught with danger as they evade hostile factions and confront the harsh realities of their broken world.

Critical Reception

Johnny 2.0 received a mixed to positive reception from critics, who praised its unique visual style, compelling performances, and thought-provoking themes, although some found its pacing uneven.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its inventive visual design and atmospheric world-building.
  • Ron Perlman's performance as the titular character was often highlighted as a strong point.
  • Some critics found the narrative to be somewhat convoluted or slow-moving.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's imaginative concept and its dark, distinctive aesthetic. Many found the emotional core of the story, centered on the relationship between Johnny and Lily, to be effective, though a segment of viewers desired a more straightforward plot.

Fun Fact

The film was originally conceived as a sequel to the critically acclaimed film 'City of Lost Children', also directed by Jean-Pierre Jeunet and Marc Caro, but evolved into a standalone story.

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