Simulant (2023)★ 4.6/10

By the time the credits rolled, I was still unsure what message the film had intended to convey. There’s no compelling use of technology, no striking visuals, and the performances feel forced. The narrative is flat from start to finish, leaving no room for emotional or dramatic payoff. It’s hard to tell whether the writers or the director actually knew how to shape a story.

The script lacks the depth and complexity needed to sustain a feature-length film. Despite the premise offering limitless potential, the direction takes an unimaginative path that quickly drains the story of any intrigue. Even with the narrative logic largely intact, the film remains uninspired—and that's before we even get to its many flaws.