In the world of science fiction, where we leap beyond the boundaries of the present into extraordinary realms, there can be a fine line between the thrillingly innovative and the disappointingly banal. "65," unfortunately, manages to veer towards the latter, delivering a cinematic experience that might leave viewers feeling that the film itself is better suited for extinction than to find a spot among the stars of the genre.
The premise of "65" had the potential for intrigue – a lonesome pilot, played by the often-capable Adam Driver, finds himself confronting Earth's ancient past, brimming with prehistoric threats. However, potential is a world away from execution, and the film's delivery is more of a swing and a miss. Rather than gripping encounters with days gone by, viewers are handed a series of increasingly implausible scenarios, as though the predatory creatures of the past are vying for which can most abruptly pull us out of our suspended disbelief.
Much like a dino-bait carcass, the plot too seems picked over, leaving behind more holes than wholesome narrative meat. The journey across this 'unknown' terrain, despite its attempts to be rife with peril, often feels more akin to a trek across a wasteland of missed opportunities. The dialogue, which could have provided meaty substance or existential musings, instead mirrors the sparsity of the landscape, contributing to the film's status as a nothing burger.
The crash landing we're asked to weather isn't just Mills'—it's that of storytelling coherence and viewers' satisfaction. The promise of an 'epic fight to survive' lands short of its destination, and the chance at rescue—be it from the edge of our seats or the pull of boredom—remains equally elusive.
Overall, despite the talent attached and the allure of a concept that mingles survival with the unknown, "65" scores a lackluster 3 out of 10. It's a film that could have soared with the pterosaurs but instead lumbers clumsily among the cinematic underbrush. If you're looking for a time-traveling thrill ride, it might be wise to avoid this journey back to "65." It's an expedition where the only thing you're likely to discover is that some movies, like certain prehistoric eras, are better left unvisited.
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