OtherLife (2017)

OtherLife: Directed by Ben C. Lucas. With Jessica De Gouw, Liam Graham, Fiona Press, Adriane Daff. After inventing a drug that induces time-compressed virtual realities, young Ren grapples with partner Sam over how to use their powerful creation.

“*A no spoiler review so this will be pointless for anyone looking for confirmation/discussion after watching.*u003cbr/u003eu003cbr/u003eOverall: Highly recommended.u003cbr/u003eu003cbr/u003eI thoroughly enjoyed this movie, having no idea what it was about when I clicked on the icon in Netflix, so was slightly disappointed to find it given such a mediocre score on IMDb.u003cbr/u003eu003cbr/u003eI will not give away the plot, suffice it to say that youu0026#39;ll have stay on your toes to follow the hints and clues. On a second watch, they are quite cleverly there!u003cbr/u003eu003cbr/u003eThe acting is first rate! The lead roleu0026#39;s character and background are sufficiently fleshed out and approachable, and the majority of the science is quite convincing. u003cbr/u003eu003cbr/u003eMoreover, like much of the best speculative fiction, the premise raises some philosophical and moral questions: In this case, regarding the application of cutting edge technology.u003cbr/u003eu003cbr/u003eWhile not entirely original in plot (but then, what film truly is in the 21st century?) the adaptation and implementation makes for a worthy and memorable ride with some visceral and quite disturbing moments, not to mention a spot of exercise for the old noggin.”