Film Review #019 - 65 (2023)

The "65" (2023) is a sci-fi movie directed and written by Scott Beck and Bryan Woods. The pilot Mills (Adam Driver) crashes on a strange planet. He is stuck on an Earth from 65 million years ago. Now, Mills and the only other survivor, Koa (Ariana Greenblatt), have to explore the unknown place full of dangerous dinosaur-like creatures, with only one chance to survive. At its core, "65" is a complex narrative about survival on one hand. It revolves around two characters struggling to survive on a planet inhabited by dinosaur-like creatures. The tension between the characters adds somewhat depth to the plot, as their dialogue changes from not trusting each other to possibly working together. The movie cleverly introduces a plot twist in their interactions, adding depth to the narrative. However, even though the visual storytelling is complex, the story itself sometimes feels empty and leaves the viewer wanting more, but I felt there was something specific behind this story but it was not there yet. The story would have been better if the characters' would have been better developed because this is what lacked, e.g., feelings could have been even more explored and developed. The movie looks and sounds great, but it lacked emotional depth but later in the movie it progressed. The first 30 minutes are mostly about exploring and can be a bit boring, but they do create some kind of atmosphere. "65" (2023) is a visually stunning sci-fi and survival story that is very interesting to watch. The most impressive thing about the movie is its score Chris Bacon and Danny Elfman, which is not only beautiful but also goes well with watching it. The soundtrack has both electronic and orchestral elements, and it really captures the tense and intriguing feeling of the film. In terms of sound effects, it has ticking sounds, deep bass effects, and different synth tones that make the sound experience just as unique as the visual one. The CGI depiction is actually very good. It stands out because of the realistic element settings and the actual CG. The movie's environments look like they are from 65 million years ago which is the base of this story. Moreover, the CGI space creates an amazing background for the story. The film's great camera work and great transitions. The film unfolds at its own pace, which is mostly effective, though some may find the slower moments less engaging. In conclusion, the film "65" is not a waste of time per se. It demonstrates strong audio-visual execution and an original concept. However, it may be advantageous for the film to incorporate more character development and narrative clarity and more complexity. The film stands out in the sci-fi genre due to its skillful utilization of sound and visuals.

Rating: 6/10

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