The concept might have seemed promising initially, but experiencing it on screen reveals a lifeless and surprisingly slow-moving narrative. Nicholas Hoult portrays a character who spends an inordinate amount of time taking showers – a detail that feels intentionally obscure – living a rigidly structured existence as something akin to a robot. His days are defined by monotonous repetition; his clothing, meals, and sle…

It's an acceptable film, though I doubt I’ll revisit it, and I can’t really suggest others check it out. I do enjoy the movie itself, but its central idea is ambitious yet poorly realized, even with its impressive visuals and production quality. Nicholas Hoult and Kristen Stewart are what hold the picture together; as for those who criticize her performance, she's portraying a character meant to suppress emotio…