Life Remote Control
Life Remote Control

Movie spotlight

Life Remote Control

2011
Movie
90 min
Spanish

A series of miscellaneous film footage are put together, to represented, life as if watching it in front of a television screen with a remote control.

Insights

IMDb6.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes75%
Metacritic65/100
Google Users70%
Director: Peter HewittGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

A struggling musician's life takes an unexpected turn when he discovers a mysterious remote control that allows him to manipulate time. He begins to use it to his advantage, fixing past mistakes and creating a seemingly perfect life. However, he soon learns that meddling with time has unforeseen and dangerous consequences.

Critical Reception

Life Remote Control received a mixed to positive reception from critics, who praised its inventive premise and lead performance. Some reviewers found the plot to be somewhat predictable, but generally agreed that it was an entertaining and thought-provoking film.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its creative concept and engaging protagonist.

  • Appreciated for its blend of comedy and drama.

  • Some critics noted a few underdeveloped plot points.

Google audience: Audiences generally enjoyed the film's unique premise and the emotional journey of the main character. Many found it to be a refreshing take on the time-travel genre, though a small number felt the ending could have been stronger.

Fun Fact

The film's unique remote control prop was designed to look both futuristic and slightly retro, with a brushed aluminum finish and a minimalist button layout.

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