Review of The After

The After (2023)
1/10
cheap shot at your emotions
20 March 2024
One of the worst movies I've seen lately. Aims for a cheap shot at your emotions without any meaning or purpose. Depicts a horrible event without a proper follow-up. I'm left with a bad taste and a sad feeling.

Moreover, the film's apparent aim to evoke a strong emotional reaction from the audience feels unearned and cheap. It's as if the creators decided that simply depicting a 'horrible event' would suffice to make the story meaningful. However, without proper context, follow-up, or any real exploration of the characters' inner lives and the ramifications of the event, the movie fails to resonate on any meaningful level. It's a missed opportunity to delve into the complexities of human emotion and the nuances of life's challenges.

I would recommend skipping this film. The narrative is not only unsatisfying but also leaves a lingering feeling of discomfort and disappointment. There are far more enriching stories out there that offer depth, authenticity, and a genuine connection to the human experience. In a world rich with storytelling possibilities, it's unfortunate that this film opts for such a hollow attempt at capturing the audience's attention. The ingredients listed on a bar of soap indeed offer more intrigue and substance than this film's attempt at narrative depth.
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