Bliss

A recently divorced man meets a mysterious woman who lives on the streets and is convinced that the polluted, broken world around them isn't real. He's tempted to believe her, especially when he starts experiencing strange phenomena, leading him down a rabbit hole to question the nature of reality itself. As he delves deeper, he must choose between his mundane, difficult life and the allure of a fabricated, blissful existence.

Bliss received a mixed reception from critics, who were divided on its ambitious premise and execution. While some praised its thought-provoking concepts and the performances of its lead actors, others found the narrative convoluted and underdeveloped. Audience reactions were similarly varied, with many appreciating the film's unique take on existential themes and love, while some were put off by its sometimes confusing plot.

• Praised for its intriguing sci-fi concept and central performances.
• Criticized for a plot that becomes increasingly convoluted and hard to follow.
• Explores themes of reality, love, and happiness with mixed narrative success.

Google audience: Audience reviews generally reflect a division in opinion. Many appreciated the film's unique concept and the chemistry between the lead actors, finding the exploration of reality and choice compelling. However, a significant portion of viewers found the plot difficult to grasp and felt the movie did not fully deliver on its ambitious premise.

Director Mike Cahill, known for his philosophical sci-fi films like 'Another Earth' and 'I Origins,' intentionally made 'Bliss' with a more vibrant and colorful aesthetic to contrast with the perceived bleakness of reality presented in the film.