The Bubble
The Bubble

The Bubble

2022Movie127 minEnglish

Sneaking out. Hooking up. Melting down. The cast and crew of a blockbuster action franchise attempt to shoot a sequel while quarantining at a posh hotel.

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IMDb5.0/10
Rotten Tomatoes20%
Metacritic45/100
Google Users35%
Director: Judd ApatowGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

During the COVID-19 pandemic, a group of actors and crew attempt to film a fantasy-adventure sequel, 'Bubble Fantasy 2,' in a remote English hotel. Facing isolation, technical difficulties, and interpersonal conflicts, they must navigate the challenges of filmmaking under lockdown while grappling with their own personal lives.

Critical Reception

The Bubble received largely negative reviews from critics, with many finding its humor and premise to be dated and unfocused. While some acknowledged the difficult circumstances of its production, most critics felt the film failed to deliver on its comedic potential or offer insightful commentary on the pandemic.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film's humor often falls flat and feels disconnected from the real-world experiences of the pandemic.
  • The meta-commentary on filmmaking during COVID-19 is heavy-handed and lacks genuine insight.
  • Despite a talented cast, the movie struggles with a cluttered plot and uneven pacing.

Google audience: Google users largely found 'The Bubble' to be unfunny and disappointing. Many expressed that the film felt like a missed opportunity to offer either timely satire or genuine escapism, and that its attempts at humor were often cringe-worthy.

Fun Fact

The film was shot entirely in the UK during the COVID-19 pandemic, with cast and crew adhering to strict quarantine and safety protocols.

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