Mickey 17
During a human expedition to colonize space, Mickey 17, a so-called "expendable" employee, is sent to explore an ice planet.During a human expedition to colonize space, Mickey 17, a so-called "expendable" employee, is sent to explore an ice planet.During a human expedition to colonize space, Mickey 17, a so-called "expendable" employee, is sent to explore an ice planet.
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- 1 win & 5 nominations total
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Summary
Reviewers say 'Mickey 17' delves into identity, colonialism, and corporate greed with satirical political commentary. Robert Pattinson's performance and dark humor receive praise, while pacing issues and underdeveloped characters draw criticism. Some find the film too lengthy and lacking thematic depth. Mixed opinions exist on political satire and villain portrayals. Despite these critiques, many find the film engaging and thought-provoking, appreciating its unique sci-fi and social commentary blend.
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Nothing incredibly groundbreaking, and a little heavy handed with the satire, but a fun ride and well shot, with all of the "I shouldn't laugh at this but I am" that you'd expect
I am guilty, as many others will be, of comparing this to Parasite. Doing so is doing the movie a disservice. From Bong Joon Ho I was not expecting a silly black comedy that would have the whole theater laughing. Accept and enjoy it and you'll have a great time.
Although I felt like I was getting slapped in the face with the Trump satire, it still hit pretty well and got a good few laughs out of me.
After all this, I'm still wondering what the sauce is about...
I am guilty, as many others will be, of comparing this to Parasite. Doing so is doing the movie a disservice. From Bong Joon Ho I was not expecting a silly black comedy that would have the whole theater laughing. Accept and enjoy it and you'll have a great time.
Although I felt like I was getting slapped in the face with the Trump satire, it still hit pretty well and got a good few laughs out of me.
After all this, I'm still wondering what the sauce is about...
Mickey 17 is like strictly okayish and that's a huge disappointment given the expectations!
Bong joon-ho returning in director's chair after an Oscar, with Robert pattinson, a sci-fi genre and huge budget, it could have been so much better! But this is just okay.
Pattinson's acting is great, even the premise and structure were very juicy. But for some reason Bong joon-ho doesn't fully capitalise it. Atleast the crazy energy of Okja would have elevated the screenplay, but it was mostly bland and trying to be politically aware.
Especially with that trailer being so much fun, the bar was really high, but this doesn't even comes close.
Bong joon-ho returning in director's chair after an Oscar, with Robert pattinson, a sci-fi genre and huge budget, it could have been so much better! But this is just okay.
Pattinson's acting is great, even the premise and structure were very juicy. But for some reason Bong joon-ho doesn't fully capitalise it. Atleast the crazy energy of Okja would have elevated the screenplay, but it was mostly bland and trying to be politically aware.
Especially with that trailer being so much fun, the bar was really high, but this doesn't even comes close.
Bong Jongho's next wide-screen project since his historic win at the Oscar's is rather a big let-down.
For such an intriguing premise, we should have been promised a story with colorful development and of gray morality, and yet were presented with such an obviously black-and-white good-triumphing-over-evil Hollywood movie.
The morality of science? The definition of one's self? The Ship of Theseus paradox? Like, such a wasted opportunity to explore the multitude of questions. I guess it's my fault to expect too much.
Robert Pattinson and Toni Collette are amazing, though. Brilliant camera work and visual effects.
For such an intriguing premise, we should have been promised a story with colorful development and of gray morality, and yet were presented with such an obviously black-and-white good-triumphing-over-evil Hollywood movie.
The morality of science? The definition of one's self? The Ship of Theseus paradox? Like, such a wasted opportunity to explore the multitude of questions. I guess it's my fault to expect too much.
Robert Pattinson and Toni Collette are amazing, though. Brilliant camera work and visual effects.
First, the film is beautiful and enjoyable to watch. They did a good job in terms of cinematography, music, and acting. All the actors were good, especially Robert Pattinson, but they failed in several aspects, which led to a lower rating and a decline in quality.
To be honest, I had difficulty understanding the film's story and message because it dealt with several topics, such as political rulers and how they are controlled, the meaning of cloning, and whether it is ethical or not, and several other topics. However, as the film progressed, we were unable to focus on all the topics and finish it.
There are so many characters in the film, and if you can remember more than three names, I salute you. I only remember Mickey, his girlfriend Nasha, and his dirty friend Timo. To be honest, we weren't given enough time to get attached to the characters and see their development throughout the film. Most of them, if not all of them, are the same from beginning to end, except for the few.
Director Bong Joon-ho presented a very impressive Skyfall atmosphere mixed with Dark comedy, and it was good.
Robert Pattinson excels in every film and shows his talent for acting, and the two characters he played were wonderfully portrayed.
Finally, the film is very entertaining, but the negatives affected the final rating. However, the film is worth watching.
To be honest, I had difficulty understanding the film's story and message because it dealt with several topics, such as political rulers and how they are controlled, the meaning of cloning, and whether it is ethical or not, and several other topics. However, as the film progressed, we were unable to focus on all the topics and finish it.
There are so many characters in the film, and if you can remember more than three names, I salute you. I only remember Mickey, his girlfriend Nasha, and his dirty friend Timo. To be honest, we weren't given enough time to get attached to the characters and see their development throughout the film. Most of them, if not all of them, are the same from beginning to end, except for the few.
Director Bong Joon-ho presented a very impressive Skyfall atmosphere mixed with Dark comedy, and it was good.
Robert Pattinson excels in every film and shows his talent for acting, and the two characters he played were wonderfully portrayed.
Finally, the film is very entertaining, but the negatives affected the final rating. However, the film is worth watching.
Mickey 17 is such a wasted opportunity and for me the first big disappointment of 2025. It's 140' of nothing! A movie that constantly talks but doesn't actually say anything of value. It just has all these big ideas that end up nowhere and at times its only saving grace is some moments of levity that are really funny.
It's a science fiction movie that never explores its themes. What does it say about cloning? About colonization? It touches these subjects, sure, but it's so shallow.
Robert Pattinson is fine but I think he's wasted in this. All the different versions of Mickey are also supposed to have different personalities but aside from 17 and 18 (as seen in the trailer) the previous 16 all act the same, even though the movie says that have different characteristics. But even that doesn't matter because we never get to see all the different Mickeys aside from a quick montage.
Also, let me say that the use of narration in this movie is egregious. It doesn't enhance the experience, it's just filler to cover the silence.
Finally, it's so boring! Boring visuals, boring sci-fi elements, boring creature designs, no unique aesthetic, no nothing.
It's a science fiction movie that never explores its themes. What does it say about cloning? About colonization? It touches these subjects, sure, but it's so shallow.
Robert Pattinson is fine but I think he's wasted in this. All the different versions of Mickey are also supposed to have different personalities but aside from 17 and 18 (as seen in the trailer) the previous 16 all act the same, even though the movie says that have different characteristics. But even that doesn't matter because we never get to see all the different Mickeys aside from a quick montage.
Also, let me say that the use of narration in this movie is egregious. It doesn't enhance the experience, it's just filler to cover the silence.
Finally, it's so boring! Boring visuals, boring sci-fi elements, boring creature designs, no unique aesthetic, no nothing.
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- TriviaThe planet is called Niflheim. In Norse mythology, this is a realm in a permanent state of Winter, the afterlife for those who do not die a heroic death.
- GoofsThe red MR2 from his memories has only 2 front seats, so he couldn't have chosen to ride in the front as opposed to the back.
- Quotes
Mickey Barnes: Our entire life is a punishment.
- Crazy creditsThe title doesn't appear until around the 33-minute mark.
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- SoundtracksTerra Lontana
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- Also known as
- Mikki 17
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- Budget
- $118,000,000 (estimated)
- Gross US & Canada
- $46,047,147
- Opening weekend US & Canada
- $19,002,852
- Mar 9, 2025
- Gross worldwide
- $133,347,147
- Runtime
- 2h 17m(137 min)
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- 1.85 : 1
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