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Long Distance
2024 87 min United States of America, India PG-13 16+
★6.0
Science Fiction, Comedy, Action
Director: Josh Gordon, Will Speck
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Description
After crash-landing on an alien planet, an asteroid miner must contend with the challenges of his new surroundings, while making his way across the harsh terrain to the only other survivor – a woman who is trapped in her escape pod.
Starring
Anthony Ramos
Actor
Naomi Scott
Actor
Kristofer Hivju
Actor
Awards
1 win
Key opinion
Long Distance is a low-budget science fiction film that attempts to blend survival action with character-driven narrative. While some viewers appreciate its witty dialogue and quirky AI, others find the plot generic and the creature logic frustratingly inconsistent.
| Humor | The film succeeds in creating a charming and witty dynamic through the presence of the quirky, apologetic AI, LEONARD. | |
| Originality | The creature design and their survival logic fail to withstand scrutiny, as the monsters function primarily as lazy plot devices rather than believable predators. | |
| Screenplay | The character development is noticeably thin, offering flat archetypes that fail to evolve or provide meaningful emotional stakes. | |
| Screenplay | The script draws mixed reactions: some find the dialogue pleasant and witty, while others characterize the overall survival narrative as generic and bland. |