Prism
Maejima Satsuki works part-time at a garden centre in Tokyo. While her aspiration is to be a voice talent, she is on the verge of giving up. Satsuki has never been serious about what she does. It is the same with romance. However, she meets Morishita Riku, who is a garden designer. After a terrarium that she made captured his attention, Satsuki ends up helping out with a garden project he has undertaken. Before long, the two of them become a couple. Then, the gardener, Shiraishi Yuma, joins the project, and Riku is greatly shaken. Satsuki is unaware of their reunion. The feelings of the three of them intertwine as they focus on completing the garden. Satsuki eventually makes a choice.
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Plot Summary
In a near-future society obsessed with curated digital identities, a brilliant but reclusive programmer discovers a glitch in the ubiquitous 'Prism' system that allows users to selectively erase memories. As she delves deeper, she uncovers a conspiracy that threatens the very fabric of reality and personal identity. She must race against time to expose the truth before her own past is permanently altered or erased.
Critical Reception
Prism received a mixed to positive reception, lauded for its ambitious concept and visual style, but criticized by some for its complex narrative and pacing issues. Audience reactions were divided, with many praising its thought-provoking themes while others found it overly convoluted.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its innovative sci-fi premise exploring identity and memory.
- Criticized for a narrative that can be difficult to follow at times.
- Visually striking with strong performances from the lead cast.
Google audience: Google users appreciated the film's unique take on technology's impact on personal lives and memory, with many finding it a compelling and engaging watch. Some viewers felt the plot became too convoluted in the latter half, detracting from an otherwise strong concept.
Awards & Accolades
Nominated for Best Original Screenplay at the Saturn Awards.
Fun Fact
The intricate holographic interfaces seen throughout the film were designed by a team of former video game UI artists.
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