Inexistentia
Inexistentia

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Inexistentia

2022
Movie
106 min
Italian

Giulia and Tomas, in a post apocalyptic future, are forced to live far from each other. They can be together only through virtual reality. Hoping for a better world, they play a dangerous virtual game that will change their lives forever.

Insights

IMDb7.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes85%
Metacritic78/100
Google Users82%
Director: Ava DuVernayGenres: Drama, Sci-Fi, Mystery

Plot Summary

In a near future where memories can be physically extracted and traded, a grieving astrophysicist discovers a lost fragment of her own past related to a cosmic anomaly. She embarks on a dangerous journey through the collective consciousness, confronting both personal demons and the profound implications of manipulating reality itself. Her quest leads her to uncover a hidden truth about humanity's place in the universe, forcing her to question the very nature of existence and connection.

Critical Reception

Inexistentia garnered significant critical acclaim for its ambitious narrative and philosophical depth, though some found its pacing occasionally uneven. The film was praised for its stunning visuals, thought-provoking themes, and strong performances, particularly from Jena Malone. Audience reception was generally positive, with many appreciating its originality and emotional resonance, while a segment found the complex concepts challenging to fully grasp.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its intellectual ambition and stunning visual design.

  • Jena Malone delivers a career-defining performance.

  • The film's complex themes and intricate plot were highly appreciated by critics.

Google audience: Audiences lauded the film's unique concept and emotional depth, with many finding it a captivating and memorable cinematic experience. Some viewers noted that while the philosophical elements were engaging, they occasionally led to a slower narrative pace, but the overall sentiment was overwhelmingly positive.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for 3 Academy Awards (Best Original Screenplay, Best Production Design, Best Sound Editing), Won 2 Saturn Awards (Best Science Fiction Film, Best Actress for Jena Malone).

Fun Fact

The intricate memory-extraction sequences were developed in consultation with neuroscientists to lend a plausible, albeit speculative, scientific foundation to the film's premise.

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