We’re at the edge of a mass extinction.|Aug. 20, 2021|Australia | United States|109 Min.|R
Genre: Drama;Mystery;Science;Fiction;Thriller
Description: In 2021, the movie *Risen* portrays a catastrophic event where a meteor strikes a small town, rendering the area uninhabitable and wiping out all life nearby. Exobiologist Lauren Stone is summoned to investigate the mysterious occurrence. As she delves deeper, she uncovers a looming threat, sparking a race against time to save humanity.
However, the film falls short on multiple levels. The acting is subpar, the script is weak, and the plot becomes increasingly absurd as the story progresses. The lead scientist is portrayed as an alcoholic and incompetent, while the military characters are depicted as clueless. If humanity ever depended on individuals like those shown in the movie, our future would be grim. The movie’s lack of credibility is overwhelming, and it seems the production itself should have been scrapped before release.
Amidst the chaos, a massive, otherworldly tree emerges at the meteorite impact site. It becomes clear that the object was not a meteorite but an experimental seed sent from a dying planet. Their goal is to transform Earth into a habitable environment for their species and colonize it.
In summary, *Risen* is a poorly executed film with an unconvincing plot, mediocre acting, and a script that fails to engage. It’s more worthwhile to spend time on mundane tasks like washing dishes than watching this disappointing mess.
Cast director: Eddie Arya
Cast actor: Nicole Schalmo, Jack Campbell, Caroline McQuade, Kenneth Trujillo, Buffy Anne Littaua, Nicole Sharrock, Melissa Brattoni, Anthony Moisset, Marcus Johnson, Natalie Rose
Original name: Risen