
Downsizing
We are meant for something bigger.
Directed by Alexander Payne
Produced by Ad Hominem Enterprises, Gran Via Productions
A speculative, meditative exploration of meaning and belonging wrapped around a fantastical premise about downsizing, balancing warmth and existential questioning with moments of both hope and uncertainty.
A kindly occupational therapist undergoes a new procedure to be shrunken to four inches tall so that he and his wife can help save the planet and afford a nice lifestyle at the same time.
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Is Downsizing one of a kind? Yes, very. More singular than 93% of films.
Is Downsizing scary? Barely. Less frightening than 76% of films.
Is Downsizing violent? Barely. Less violent than 76% of films.
Does Downsizing end with hope? Somewhat. More hopeful than 71% of films.
Is Downsizing easy watching? Somewhat. More comforting than 67% of films.
Is Downsizing sad? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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