Good visual effects and the story has great potential. But unfortunately this is how a bad lead actress (singer!) can ruin a movie. I just had to decrease the volume to 5% most of the time because Jeniffer would cry and scream every 2 minutes which makes the movie really tedious and hard to follow. From the strory point of view, also the story is again too much Jeniffer centered. I wished to see more of Android universe, and how they live or how their world works. Some character building on their side! Overall I think if Netflix want to conquer the sci-fi market it should go for better actors and directors who know this genre better.
648 Reviews
I was expecting a far worse movie, but I was entertained
bwgood7724 May 2024
Seeing Atlas starring Jennifer Lopez pop up on Netflix doesn't necessarily leave you with a lot of hope that it's going to be a good movie, but I surprisingly liked it much more than I expected.
It may not start off particularly strong, but it gets going and I feel Jennifer Lopez did a better job acting than I expected, and I do remember her doing fairly well at times, like in Out of Sight.
Anyway, it really gets going after about 20-30 minutes, and the action is very well done in my opinion and fun to watch. Think Halo but even more action at it's best. She doesn't trust AI but slowly learns to trust the AI she is forced to work with and develops a bond that grows throughout, and I enjoyed that.
I think many Netflix movies get unfairly rated poorly and of course anything starring JLo will as well. As usual, it wouldn't surprise me if the very low ratings came from people who didn't even watch it. I really don't feel if I was going to give something a 4 or lower, I would even continuing watching it and didn't feel I could give a fair review (unless I was in a theater with friends or family and had to sit through a movie I hated).
Anyway, if you like action and sci fi, and go in for some fun not expecting some masterpiece, I think you will definitely be entertained.
It may not start off particularly strong, but it gets going and I feel Jennifer Lopez did a better job acting than I expected, and I do remember her doing fairly well at times, like in Out of Sight.
Anyway, it really gets going after about 20-30 minutes, and the action is very well done in my opinion and fun to watch. Think Halo but even more action at it's best. She doesn't trust AI but slowly learns to trust the AI she is forced to work with and develops a bond that grows throughout, and I enjoyed that.
I think many Netflix movies get unfairly rated poorly and of course anything starring JLo will as well. As usual, it wouldn't surprise me if the very low ratings came from people who didn't even watch it. I really don't feel if I was going to give something a 4 or lower, I would even continuing watching it and didn't feel I could give a fair review (unless I was in a theater with friends or family and had to sit through a movie I hated).
Anyway, if you like action and sci fi, and go in for some fun not expecting some masterpiece, I think you will definitely be entertained.
Not as Bad as some has said...
datcherson25 May 2024
Was it great no!!! Will it hold a spot in the Sci-fi Hall of Fame No!! But Did it hold me and Family attention for 2hr sure did.. The CGI was top notch, story was nothing new,but in today's world where AI is real thing you feal a little bit closer to the story than say 40 years ago when Terminator came out..Jlo is no Ripley from Aliens but she tried.. The back and forth between her and Smith was entertaining. Everyone is entitled to there opinions but to say this movie is Trash just because Jlo is in it, is crazy . And Simu Lui who plays Harlen the "Bad Guy" did a good job also. Don't let some of these reviews stop from watching a Decent chilling at home on the couch with some popcorn movie..
Far from perfect, but surprisingly entertaining!
benjaminprins25 May 2024
If you are a sci-fi fan and are known with the Titanfall game series, this movie will be very surprising. It is yet another take on the 'ai will take over the world'. But since I am a big fan of the Titanfall series it was great to experience a movie that was set unintentionally in the world of Titanfall. Jennifer Lopez would not have been my first choice to star in this type of movie, but I have to say that I was pleasantly surprised by her acting. The relationship between ai and humans got very well portrayed by Jennifer. I even almost shed a tear in the end of the movie. Having said this, I would say that there is a lot of untapped potential. It was a good experience, but it could have been amazing with a more compelling story and build up. The story felt a bit cliché at moments but the CGI partly made up for this.
Wrong lead but decent CGI
Tomaslillebror26 May 2024
I kept asking myself throughout the movie wether Jennifer Lopes character was adapted for her or if Jennifer Lopes adapted to the character.
The story is that there is a war between humanity and a rogue AI. We get to follow Jennifer Lopes character attempting to destroy the rogue AI.
There is a lot of dialogue between what is portraited as the good AI and Jennifer Lopes character and this is where the problem happen in my opinion. Her character is so immature, entitled and emotional that it ruins the movie. This is because it isnt believable that someone of high intellect would act like that and its just annoyying to watch.
The dialogue between Jennifer Lopes character and the good AI also seems like an advertisement for AI because the movie is portraiting the good AI as a loyal human friend.
The best part of the movie is Mark Strongs acting and character. He has a small role but does it well.
The CGI is great and camera, music and sound is just fine. So you will experience some nice sci fi watching this.
6/10 For the CGI.
The story is that there is a war between humanity and a rogue AI. We get to follow Jennifer Lopes character attempting to destroy the rogue AI.
There is a lot of dialogue between what is portraited as the good AI and Jennifer Lopes character and this is where the problem happen in my opinion. Her character is so immature, entitled and emotional that it ruins the movie. This is because it isnt believable that someone of high intellect would act like that and its just annoyying to watch.
The dialogue between Jennifer Lopes character and the good AI also seems like an advertisement for AI because the movie is portraiting the good AI as a loyal human friend.
The best part of the movie is Mark Strongs acting and character. He has a small role but does it well.
The CGI is great and camera, music and sound is just fine. So you will experience some nice sci fi watching this.
6/10 For the CGI.
Had potential but destroyed by JL's over acting
chursyheli27 May 2024
**Movie Review: Atlas**
Alright, let's talk about "Atlas." The graphics are absolutely banging, and the action scenes? Properly nailed it. You're on the edge of your seat, loving every punch and explosion. The storyline, though, is a bit meh. Nothing to write home about, really.
Now, here's the kicker: Jennifer's acting. Blimey, it's a disaster. She's overacting like there's no tomorrow, and it just ruins the whole vibe. It's so over the top, you can't take any of the serious bits seriously. It's a real shame because everything else was looking pretty decent.
So, in a nutshell, "Atlas" is a bit of a mixed bag. Great visuals and action, but the story's just alright, and Jennifer's performance? Total rubbish. If you're splashing out on a big project, make sure the acting doesn't muck it all up.
Alright, let's talk about "Atlas." The graphics are absolutely banging, and the action scenes? Properly nailed it. You're on the edge of your seat, loving every punch and explosion. The storyline, though, is a bit meh. Nothing to write home about, really.
Now, here's the kicker: Jennifer's acting. Blimey, it's a disaster. She's overacting like there's no tomorrow, and it just ruins the whole vibe. It's so over the top, you can't take any of the serious bits seriously. It's a real shame because everything else was looking pretty decent.
So, in a nutshell, "Atlas" is a bit of a mixed bag. Great visuals and action, but the story's just alright, and Jennifer's performance? Total rubbish. If you're splashing out on a big project, make sure the acting doesn't muck it all up.
Why oh why...
barbosa_antonio27 May 2024
A good idea was laid to waste by such poor acting. It was painful to watch Jenifer Lopez... "pain" (grimace) for the duration of the whole movie... walking as if she had a stick on her legs and back (apparently it is how a "tough" girl walks?) was there no other emotion for the whole movie?
The whole environment felt like a game rather than a real life/alien environment.
It felt hollow, empty, rushed, but lots effort to do... what?
Why would you destroy a good story with kid gimmicks, frag fest and a horrible actress? Keep her to the rom com where she was ok?
I am even struggling to put this together...
The whole environment felt like a game rather than a real life/alien environment.
It felt hollow, empty, rushed, but lots effort to do... what?
Why would you destroy a good story with kid gimmicks, frag fest and a horrible actress? Keep her to the rom com where she was ok?
I am even struggling to put this together...
The six is for effects
pensman24 May 2024
The writers latch onto a current concern: what happens if AI develops to a point where it decides it's time for us to go and it's bye-bye humanity. The special effects are good and I like imaginings of what the future will look like and what I will miss out on, unless maganuts destroy everything first.
I assume most who decided to watch Atlas did so because they like a good sci-fi space opera and wanted to see how Jenny from the block is holding up.
There isn't a lot new here as plot goes: madman (mad robot, same thing) is determined to kill everyone except for a few chosen; heroine is off to stop him. And plot twist (not really), heroine finds soul mate.
The film is pretty much a one woman show as Ms. Lopez is on camera 100 per cent of the time. As she has to work in a confined space for much of the film, acting as such is how well Ms. Lopez can use her voice to create mood and sense of urgency. Basically a decent pop corn flic.
I assume most who decided to watch Atlas did so because they like a good sci-fi space opera and wanted to see how Jenny from the block is holding up.
There isn't a lot new here as plot goes: madman (mad robot, same thing) is determined to kill everyone except for a few chosen; heroine is off to stop him. And plot twist (not really), heroine finds soul mate.
The film is pretty much a one woman show as Ms. Lopez is on camera 100 per cent of the time. As she has to work in a confined space for much of the film, acting as such is how well Ms. Lopez can use her voice to create mood and sense of urgency. Basically a decent pop corn flic.
Why do they keep giving Brad Peyton money?
darrenn24 May 2024
Brad Peyton seems to be another one of these directors that Hollywood keeps throwing money at for mediocre formulaic movies, almost certainly written with AI now, trading on big star names & flashy soulless CGI. Jennifer Lopez is still just an average actor I hate to say, propped up by better actors around her. Using AI as a plot device has already been done so much better in movies since the 80's, but is now mostly just boring. It's easy to see all the movies Peyton is trying to pay homage to, but it's usually in the laziest way possible. The excessive time of Lopez alone in her mech suit, clearly just hours of her, green screen, & the director trying to come up with remotely interesting dialogue, is truly a test of endurance to watch. This movie will be forgotten within months.
Why was Jennifer Lopez casted in this movie? but in the end she is not that bad
kaefab24 May 2024
Why was Jennifer Lopez casted in this movie? But in the end she is not that bad.
I am not sure why people are giving the movie a bad rating and saying its bad, first off the special effects are quit good, I just finish watching Parasyte the grey and those were bad effects.
Lopez actually pulls it off, she is not like invincible or anything she uses her intelligence instead of her strength combine with Adam the mech they are a great team.
Atlas is far better than Rebel Moon at least part 2, and is a great mech sci fin movie in the end its entertaining even with the 2 hour length.
If you like sci fi and good FX give this movie a chance honest, I almost skip it due to all those bad reviews, its clearly not a 10 but it does not deserve a 1 and certainly not all the hate it getting.
I am not sure why people are giving the movie a bad rating and saying its bad, first off the special effects are quit good, I just finish watching Parasyte the grey and those were bad effects.
Lopez actually pulls it off, she is not like invincible or anything she uses her intelligence instead of her strength combine with Adam the mech they are a great team.
Atlas is far better than Rebel Moon at least part 2, and is a great mech sci fin movie in the end its entertaining even with the 2 hour length.
If you like sci fi and good FX give this movie a chance honest, I almost skip it due to all those bad reviews, its clearly not a 10 but it does not deserve a 1 and certainly not all the hate it getting.
Satisfying pulp fiction sci-fi
sarastro724 May 2024
Warning: Spoilers
The first review headline of ATLAS I saw in the press was a negative one, but as an absolute and unashamed sci-fi enthusiast I watched the movie anyway, as I had planned to do ever since I learned of its existence. It is a solid sci-fi/action movie. The tech levels are (as usual) all over the place, and most of the background detail are not intelligently written, but what really matters is that the friendship arc between Atlas and Smith really works. The acting is effective at what it needs to do, and the story becomes touching and relevant. It's no masterpiece but it is a good movie, very pulp fiction in style (a single heroine saves the entire world!), and absolutely worthy of 7 stars out of 10 - no less and no more.
However, I was extremely tempted to rate it higher in order to off-set the low ratings of all the haters. Wow, what sorry excuses for human beings you are when you want to flame-bomb everything that a certain person is in, just for the sake of it. Shameful and undignified. Don't take any of the low-rated reviews here seriously; they are either made by nut-cases or by people who wouldn't know a good sci-fi movie if it bit them in their rear end. If you're into sci-fi/action flicks, this is great entertainment for you. Recommended (goddammit!). :-)
However, I was extremely tempted to rate it higher in order to off-set the low ratings of all the haters. Wow, what sorry excuses for human beings you are when you want to flame-bomb everything that a certain person is in, just for the sake of it. Shameful and undignified. Don't take any of the low-rated reviews here seriously; they are either made by nut-cases or by people who wouldn't know a good sci-fi movie if it bit them in their rear end. If you're into sci-fi/action flicks, this is great entertainment for you. Recommended (goddammit!). :-)
This Is Not I-Robot
TMAuthor2324 May 2024
For those wondering how Jennifer Lopez managed to get cast in the lead role for this film, a role she is completely wrong for...she produced it.
Without giving one specific plot point away, it's only necessary to compare this to the Will Smith I-Robot film to know what it's about.
In I-Robot, an imperfect movie, but a box office smash, there was a damaged protagonist who hated AI (robots) and allowed it to cloud his thinking and consume his life and career. When an existential threat of true AI dominance arises, threatening human extinction, the protagonist bonds with an AI cohort, and fends off the uprising and destroys the AI central threat.
This movie really wanted to be that movie, except in space with a female lead. There is real thing in Hollywood: you can steal a story if you change several key aesthetics. So, here we are.
There are a lot of other problems. The most visible of which is Lopez. She's the kind of actress who some time ago encountered the nadir that many actors do: her status as a celebrity eclipsed her stature as an actress, and she began performing in a very packaged and self conscious way. When you can tell an actor is thinking about how they look in a film, that's not good.
The other challenges? When a lead performer is as polarizing as Lopez there are many who will "hate watch" this, rubbing their hands together in anticipation of the imminent schadenfreude.
It's further complicated that the director, Peyton (Andreas), is familiar enough with spectacle, but not masterful in putting together something that should be of epic scale.
Add to those obstacles the glaringly apparent lack of originality in the script or character beats, and you have a patient that is Dead On Arrival.
The script attempts to make the story of AI galactic domination relatable by focusing on Atlas's (Lopez) personal history with betrayal. Unfortunately it throws the entire weight of impending genocide out of orbit. It makes the trials of the protagonist feel small; and Lopez, not looking dirty enough or scarred enough, hits every mark we see coming from a mile away.
Mark Strong, Simu Liu and other supporting cast members are saddled with similar story, plot and dialogue problems.
What we get is another big splashy Netflix film that will be forgotten in a hurry; to be half-watched while doing chores or sitting on a plane.
Bummer.
Without giving one specific plot point away, it's only necessary to compare this to the Will Smith I-Robot film to know what it's about.
In I-Robot, an imperfect movie, but a box office smash, there was a damaged protagonist who hated AI (robots) and allowed it to cloud his thinking and consume his life and career. When an existential threat of true AI dominance arises, threatening human extinction, the protagonist bonds with an AI cohort, and fends off the uprising and destroys the AI central threat.
This movie really wanted to be that movie, except in space with a female lead. There is real thing in Hollywood: you can steal a story if you change several key aesthetics. So, here we are.
There are a lot of other problems. The most visible of which is Lopez. She's the kind of actress who some time ago encountered the nadir that many actors do: her status as a celebrity eclipsed her stature as an actress, and she began performing in a very packaged and self conscious way. When you can tell an actor is thinking about how they look in a film, that's not good.
The other challenges? When a lead performer is as polarizing as Lopez there are many who will "hate watch" this, rubbing their hands together in anticipation of the imminent schadenfreude.
It's further complicated that the director, Peyton (Andreas), is familiar enough with spectacle, but not masterful in putting together something that should be of epic scale.
Add to those obstacles the glaringly apparent lack of originality in the script or character beats, and you have a patient that is Dead On Arrival.
The script attempts to make the story of AI galactic domination relatable by focusing on Atlas's (Lopez) personal history with betrayal. Unfortunately it throws the entire weight of impending genocide out of orbit. It makes the trials of the protagonist feel small; and Lopez, not looking dirty enough or scarred enough, hits every mark we see coming from a mile away.
Mark Strong, Simu Liu and other supporting cast members are saddled with similar story, plot and dialogue problems.
What we get is another big splashy Netflix film that will be forgotten in a hurry; to be half-watched while doing chores or sitting on a plane.
Bummer.
Surprisingly entertained
sheilaodonovan-7159425 May 2024
I often leave the cinema if I'm not enjoying the film. It's supposed to be entertaining, right? So, I actually enjoyed this movie. It was an easy watch, I didn't feel patronised, or spend any time wondering what the hell was going on. I was entertained.
The storyline was engaging, JLo is a pretty versatile actress, as long as the character is easy on the eye and uncomplicated. Tick, tick. I liked the repartee between Smith and Atlas. The graphics were fine, the fight scenes weren't overly in your face, there were no animals, so no animals were hurt, and the vegetation was interesting. And I think Mark Strong is quietly cool.
The storyline was engaging, JLo is a pretty versatile actress, as long as the character is easy on the eye and uncomplicated. Tick, tick. I liked the repartee between Smith and Atlas. The graphics were fine, the fight scenes weren't overly in your face, there were no animals, so no animals were hurt, and the vegetation was interesting. And I think Mark Strong is quietly cool.
Not as bad as described
horstbegerak25 May 2024
I had fun watching it. It is not Aliens, but it is good enough for an evening having dinner. I like Jennifer Lopez on screen. I enjoyed her in Out of Sight and Shades of Blue. She got better with the years and strong but difficult characters seems to fit her.
For me Atlas had some flavor of "Outer Limits". The dialogs between her and Smith are funny and that a strong AI comes to the conclusion that the problems humans have are not solvable because humans are the problem is not out of the thinkable ideas.
Tricks are enjoyable and the action is believable. It is to mention that she is not a skinny superfighter who knocks out 10 grown up and trained men.
For me Atlas had some flavor of "Outer Limits". The dialogs between her and Smith are funny and that a strong AI comes to the conclusion that the problems humans have are not solvable because humans are the problem is not out of the thinkable ideas.
Tricks are enjoyable and the action is believable. It is to mention that she is not a skinny superfighter who knocks out 10 grown up and trained men.
A Pulpy, fun Sci Fi yarn from San Andreas director with a committed performance from Jennifer Lopez.
ubikcorp25 May 2024
I have no idea why some reviewers are panning Jennifer Lopez' acting. Her emoting and physical acting, reacting to the intricate cgi environments and an AI sidekick named Smith (nod to The Matrix) is nothing short of astounding. For a Netflix original.film, this is a lean, action packed, often funny and tongue in cheek throwback that will make you feel you've been reading a late 5O's pulp magazine. It revolves around an AI expert sent into space in a last ditch mission to stop a rogue AI from launching an apocalyptic attack against human kind (his idea of saving humanity from themselves). In the.end, a story about redemption and overcoming prejudice, Not bad at all.
They have forgotten how to make a good sci-fi action movie
nicomal7527 May 2024
Warning: Spoilers
First, there are some sci-fi issues that are never addressed: the planet is in another galaxy that's 2.5 million light years away, and they get there in a matter of days I presume. No time difference or relativistic side effects when they returned to Earth. This is an impossible journey. But I could overlook it off the story was compelling. The other sci-fi issue or maybe a plot hole was the code the antagonist was trying to ge that turn him evil, who coded it? The mother? Or did he code it? If it was the mother, why? And how would he know? If it was him, well, why would he need to uploaded if he coded it?
Second, the tactical issue: they had a bomb that could've wiped out their enemies, why go there then? Why did they get so close instead of just bombings them when they had no intentions of negotiating or anything?
The total inconsistency in fights. At the beginning a handful of AI enemies killed dozens of soldiers in their mecha-suits, but at the end one mecha killed the entire AI army.
But I could overlook this to, if the protagonist was cool. But she wasn't. All the professionally trained soldiers died, and she was the only one who survived, but also the only one who hadn't done the proper training, just lucky I guess. What kind of message is this? Don't prepare and really on your luck.
But for me, what kills this movie is the final boss fight. Remember Terminator or Aliens? What made this movie's final showdown so epic was the larger than life enemy they had. They seemed impossible to defeat, in Terminator a human vs. Son almost invincible robot, in Aliens a human vs. A giant queen alien. In this movie there's a human in a 12' mecha suit, that single handedly killed the entire AI army despite being the first time she had use it and synchronize with it vs a regular size guy. This is not compelling, it's like rooting for Goliath.
Second, the tactical issue: they had a bomb that could've wiped out their enemies, why go there then? Why did they get so close instead of just bombings them when they had no intentions of negotiating or anything?
The total inconsistency in fights. At the beginning a handful of AI enemies killed dozens of soldiers in their mecha-suits, but at the end one mecha killed the entire AI army.
But I could overlook this to, if the protagonist was cool. But she wasn't. All the professionally trained soldiers died, and she was the only one who survived, but also the only one who hadn't done the proper training, just lucky I guess. What kind of message is this? Don't prepare and really on your luck.
But for me, what kills this movie is the final boss fight. Remember Terminator or Aliens? What made this movie's final showdown so epic was the larger than life enemy they had. They seemed impossible to defeat, in Terminator a human vs. Son almost invincible robot, in Aliens a human vs. A giant queen alien. In this movie there's a human in a 12' mecha suit, that single handedly killed the entire AI army despite being the first time she had use it and synchronize with it vs a regular size guy. This is not compelling, it's like rooting for Goliath.
Unfortunately not a good movie...again.
johnnychicago-7528524 May 2024
That was one of the movies where I'm glad I wasn't sitting in the theater. Otherwise I would have mourned my money and left the theater before the last half hour, or maybe even earlier. I was able to fast-forward and wasn't surprised in the end because the ending was predictable, just like the whole movie. Doesn't anyone bother to write a coherent story anymore? A few action sequences and some CGI were still reasonably well done, but they don't make up for the bad story, the lousy dialog and the plot holes. In the beginning I still had hope that the movie would be reasonably good, but as the story progressed this hope also faded. A movie to forget...unfortunately. I give it 4 stars because the beginning was still reasonably entertaining.
Underratted
fountainofjuice26 May 2024
I'm not sure why there are so many sub-par ratings. This movie is a solid action adventure sci-fi with heart. Jennifer Lopez delivers a great performance that is underappreciated. There's so much available at the click of a button for the spoiled entertainment junkies these days that perhaps their expectations have gone rotten. I liked this movie, and it doesn't really matter if the basic story is one that has been told before. The execution was done well and the acting was solid. The special effects are also impressive, such that if this movie were released 20 or 30 years ago it might have been hailed as a masterpiece.
Decent sci-fi/fantasy, but could easily be much much better!
vitalymakievsky25 May 2024
The movie starts out great. We have a cop who is frustrated with her life, she's an emotional mess, heavily addicted to coffee and falls a sleep on the couch regularly, living the bachelor's lifestyle. So your typical 80's and early 90s cop movie start but with a PG-13 rating.
Our protagonist Atlas, is also a bit rash, hyper intelligent, she doesn't like to play by the rules, mistrusting, and is a bit to heavy handed. I really liked that this Hollywood trope and I've never seen this type character given to a female lead. Made the old trope fresher.
I hate to say this, but this movie is a missed opportunity for a great sci-fi move. But it is sort of broken into two peaces. On one side it's a real deal sci-fi, and on the other it's a pure action movie. And a lot of this action could have been cut out to explore more sciency stuffs.
For you who like a character driven plot, you might like this movie. Our protagonist is forced to go on an extremely dangerous mission, and in order to save her life and accomplish her life's mission, she has to learn to trust an AI robot, and grow as a person.
There are some serious issues in this movie, on how technology works, based on the information the audience is given, and a few highly derivative scenes designed to keep the character narrative progressing forward...but it is a movie, and not a book.
I looked at a few reviews, and I was very surprised at the hate on Jenifer Lopez. I have never been into pop culture and didn't realize who the lead was until I looked at the IMBD actors list. I personally think she did a great job, looked great with the new hairstyle, and playing a different character. She is very likable. So, my point is I have no idea why she is despised by so many reviewers...? Perhaps, she made some insensitive comments in the pop literature? I just don't know.
Overall, this could have been a very serious sci-fi movie, but the direction opted for an action movie instead. So grab a beers or a wine bottle, put you thinking cap do the side, and enjoy the pretty ride.
Our protagonist Atlas, is also a bit rash, hyper intelligent, she doesn't like to play by the rules, mistrusting, and is a bit to heavy handed. I really liked that this Hollywood trope and I've never seen this type character given to a female lead. Made the old trope fresher.
I hate to say this, but this movie is a missed opportunity for a great sci-fi move. But it is sort of broken into two peaces. On one side it's a real deal sci-fi, and on the other it's a pure action movie. And a lot of this action could have been cut out to explore more sciency stuffs.
For you who like a character driven plot, you might like this movie. Our protagonist is forced to go on an extremely dangerous mission, and in order to save her life and accomplish her life's mission, she has to learn to trust an AI robot, and grow as a person.
There are some serious issues in this movie, on how technology works, based on the information the audience is given, and a few highly derivative scenes designed to keep the character narrative progressing forward...but it is a movie, and not a book.
I looked at a few reviews, and I was very surprised at the hate on Jenifer Lopez. I have never been into pop culture and didn't realize who the lead was until I looked at the IMBD actors list. I personally think she did a great job, looked great with the new hairstyle, and playing a different character. She is very likable. So, my point is I have no idea why she is despised by so many reviewers...? Perhaps, she made some insensitive comments in the pop literature? I just don't know.
Overall, this could have been a very serious sci-fi movie, but the direction opted for an action movie instead. So grab a beers or a wine bottle, put you thinking cap do the side, and enjoy the pretty ride.
barely watchable
ferguson-624 May 2024
Greetings again from the darkness. My goal is to give every movie a fair shake, and to seek out the best elements even when a film disappoints. I don't recall a time when this goal has been more difficult to achieve than after watching this latest from director Brad Peyton (San Andreas, 2015) and co-writers Leo Sardarian ("StartUp"), Aron Eli Coleite ("Locke & Key").
Jennifer Lopez stars as Atlas Shepherd, a brilliant government analyst and expert on AI, especially on Harlan (Simu Liu, BARBIE), ominously deemed the world's first AI terrorist. We know Atlas is smart because she has a chess winning streak against the computer and she wears black frame eyeglasses. After an opening which features Earth in peril, we flash forward 28 years, where it's evolved into "good AI" versus "evil AI". Don't worry, Atlas is on the side of good, despite her constantly frazzled state (with perfect hair) and the personal (emotional) baggage she carries with her.
After years of searching, Atlas discovers the location for Harlan, and General Boothe (Mark Strong, character actor extraordinaire) forms a team led by Colonel Elias Banks (Sterling K Brown, AMERICAN FICTION, 2023) to capture Harlan so his CPU can be studied. Of course, the mission doesn't go as planned and by the end, I was wondering which racked up the most points: explosions or Ms. Lopez's cringy acting moments. Terrible punchlines regarding a running coffee gag placed third in the competition. Since I admittedly search for positives in every movie, let's go with Simu Liu's unusual blue-eyed effect, the tight pants on Agent Atlas, and giant robotics that look like the one that went rogue in ROBOCOP (37 years ago). Apologies, but that's the best I can do for this one, other than to say we have an early Razzie frontrunner.
On Netflix beginning May 24, 2024.
Jennifer Lopez stars as Atlas Shepherd, a brilliant government analyst and expert on AI, especially on Harlan (Simu Liu, BARBIE), ominously deemed the world's first AI terrorist. We know Atlas is smart because she has a chess winning streak against the computer and she wears black frame eyeglasses. After an opening which features Earth in peril, we flash forward 28 years, where it's evolved into "good AI" versus "evil AI". Don't worry, Atlas is on the side of good, despite her constantly frazzled state (with perfect hair) and the personal (emotional) baggage she carries with her.
After years of searching, Atlas discovers the location for Harlan, and General Boothe (Mark Strong, character actor extraordinaire) forms a team led by Colonel Elias Banks (Sterling K Brown, AMERICAN FICTION, 2023) to capture Harlan so his CPU can be studied. Of course, the mission doesn't go as planned and by the end, I was wondering which racked up the most points: explosions or Ms. Lopez's cringy acting moments. Terrible punchlines regarding a running coffee gag placed third in the competition. Since I admittedly search for positives in every movie, let's go with Simu Liu's unusual blue-eyed effect, the tight pants on Agent Atlas, and giant robotics that look like the one that went rogue in ROBOCOP (37 years ago). Apologies, but that's the best I can do for this one, other than to say we have an early Razzie frontrunner.
On Netflix beginning May 24, 2024.
Peace To The Fallen...
cahidi31 May 2024
I just don't get what made a lot of people kept on hating J-Lo. Saying that she can't act, can't sing, bad hair, bad attitude, etc. And it affected their way of rating this movie. Their rating became subjective, not objective. I mean, I do know that she often acts like a diva on set. But as a reviewer of this movie, I'm gonna be objective. Unlike those morons with clouded judgment. Talking about her acting, it's on point. She really breathe the life into Atlas Shepherd. This movie is a combination of sci-fi and action movie. But it seemed to lean more on the action side. Personally I don't mind at all. Cause I enjoy both genre equally. The story is pretty straightforward and there is no major plot twist. And I think anyone can guess the twist at the end of the movie. It's pretty obvious. But still, it's a great movie, no matter what J-Lo's haters said. You'd be an idiot to miss this one. Especially if you're a fan of action or sci-fi movies.
Against all odds I enjoyed this a LOT
markchanmusic6 June 2024
Warning: Spoilers
Bad reviews online, on my social media, from friends etc didn't daunt me when I started it on Netflix just yesterday.
Againist all odds I actually liked it a LOT A LOT.
This actually because of J Lo's overacting in the first half which i felt was deliberate to contrast to something else to come in the 2nd half.
And there it was... the rush once exposed to reveal that she didn't dislike, distrust only AI She didn't like anyone very much at all... That humans disappointed her as much as anyone / thing else...
That surprised me... and got to me ...
And after that the overacting in the 1st part was clearly meant to prepare me fot that strangest of revelations ... How it all happened I have no idea was it the director's idea or did J Lo actually start from that premise ?
One way or other, I refuse to let someone else tell me it was a bad show.
It was a nice way to spend an hour and a half...
Againist all odds I actually liked it a LOT A LOT.
This actually because of J Lo's overacting in the first half which i felt was deliberate to contrast to something else to come in the 2nd half.
And there it was... the rush once exposed to reveal that she didn't dislike, distrust only AI She didn't like anyone very much at all... That humans disappointed her as much as anyone / thing else...
That surprised me... and got to me ...
And after that the overacting in the 1st part was clearly meant to prepare me fot that strangest of revelations ... How it all happened I have no idea was it the director's idea or did J Lo actually start from that premise ?
One way or other, I refuse to let someone else tell me it was a bad show.
It was a nice way to spend an hour and a half...
A Sci-Fi Spectacle with Heart and Vision
arsalanweb25 May 2024
Atlas is a cinematic venture that aims high and largely succeeds in delivering a visually striking and emotionally resonant experience. Set in a dystopian future where humanity's survival hinges on a delicate balance between technology and nature, the film crafts a world that is both hauntingly beautiful and starkly terrifying.
The movie's strongest asset is its visual storytelling. The art direction and cinematography work in tandem to create a universe that feels lived-in and plausible, yet alien enough to capture the imagination. The landscapes, both urban and rural, are meticulously detailed, and the use of color and light effectively conveys the contrasting themes of hope and despair.
The narrative, while occasionally dipping into familiar sci-fi tropes, is engaging and thought-provoking. It explores themes of identity, sacrifice, and the human condition with a deft touch, avoiding heavy-handedness. The plot twists are well-executed, keeping the audience on their toes without resorting to cheap gimmicks.
Performances are uniformly strong, with each actor bringing depth and nuance to their roles. The protagonist's journey is compelling, marked by moments of vulnerability and strength that feel genuine and earned. The supporting cast also delivers, providing memorable performances that enhance the film's emotional core.
The film's score deserves special mention. It underscores the action and drama without overpowering it, complementing the visual elements perfectly. The music enhances the narrative, adding layers of emotion and tension that elevate key scenes.
However, Atlas is not without its flaws. The pacing, particularly in the second act, can feel uneven, with certain sequences dragging longer than necessary. Additionally, some of the secondary characters, while well-acted, lack the development needed to make their arcs fully satisfying.
Despite these minor issues, Atlas stands out as a noteworthy entry in the science fiction genre. It balances spectacle with substance, offering a film that is as intellectually stimulating as it is visually captivating. For fans of thought-provoking cinema, Atlas is a journey worth taking.
The movie's strongest asset is its visual storytelling. The art direction and cinematography work in tandem to create a universe that feels lived-in and plausible, yet alien enough to capture the imagination. The landscapes, both urban and rural, are meticulously detailed, and the use of color and light effectively conveys the contrasting themes of hope and despair.
The narrative, while occasionally dipping into familiar sci-fi tropes, is engaging and thought-provoking. It explores themes of identity, sacrifice, and the human condition with a deft touch, avoiding heavy-handedness. The plot twists are well-executed, keeping the audience on their toes without resorting to cheap gimmicks.
Performances are uniformly strong, with each actor bringing depth and nuance to their roles. The protagonist's journey is compelling, marked by moments of vulnerability and strength that feel genuine and earned. The supporting cast also delivers, providing memorable performances that enhance the film's emotional core.
The film's score deserves special mention. It underscores the action and drama without overpowering it, complementing the visual elements perfectly. The music enhances the narrative, adding layers of emotion and tension that elevate key scenes.
However, Atlas is not without its flaws. The pacing, particularly in the second act, can feel uneven, with certain sequences dragging longer than necessary. Additionally, some of the secondary characters, while well-acted, lack the development needed to make their arcs fully satisfying.
Despite these minor issues, Atlas stands out as a noteworthy entry in the science fiction genre. It balances spectacle with substance, offering a film that is as intellectually stimulating as it is visually captivating. For fans of thought-provoking cinema, Atlas is a journey worth taking.
Another Generic Netflix Action Blockbuster!
jared-2533124 May 2024
For the past couple of years, Netflix has been released a lot of Action Blockbusters onto their streaming service. There have been some great ones like the two Extraction Movies with Chris Hemsworth, but there's also been a number of them that have been bombing critically with critics and audiences. It's gotten to the point where no one cares or even talks about them and Atlas (2024) is yet another prime example of that trend. With all that being said, it's time to talk about the movie.
Positives for Atlas (2024): If you enjoy these Netflix Action Blockbusters, then you'll definitely enjoy this one. That's it for the positives.
Negatives for Atlas (2024): First of all, the plot of this movie is one we've seen done a billion times before and done better in other movies. Also, you have Jennifer Lopez as the main protagonist of the movie and all I have to say is Why? I don't have anything against J-Lo, but she just doesn't fit this role, you could literally replace her with any other actor or actress and you would still have the same movie. The storyline between her character and this A. I. is as boring and generic as you would expect. Also, the movie completely wastes Sterling K. Brown, Simu Liu and Mark Strong. There's a lot more I could talk about, but it's the same old stuff in other Netflix Action Blockbusters.
Overall, this is a movie that everyone will forget about and they'll be moving on with their lives. Netflix, could you please put some more effort into your Action Blockbusters I would greatly appreciate it.
Positives for Atlas (2024): If you enjoy these Netflix Action Blockbusters, then you'll definitely enjoy this one. That's it for the positives.
Negatives for Atlas (2024): First of all, the plot of this movie is one we've seen done a billion times before and done better in other movies. Also, you have Jennifer Lopez as the main protagonist of the movie and all I have to say is Why? I don't have anything against J-Lo, but she just doesn't fit this role, you could literally replace her with any other actor or actress and you would still have the same movie. The storyline between her character and this A. I. is as boring and generic as you would expect. Also, the movie completely wastes Sterling K. Brown, Simu Liu and Mark Strong. There's a lot more I could talk about, but it's the same old stuff in other Netflix Action Blockbusters.
Overall, this is a movie that everyone will forget about and they'll be moving on with their lives. Netflix, could you please put some more effort into your Action Blockbusters I would greatly appreciate it.
Fun and great character.
ninaalexeivaughn24 May 2024
Warning: Spoilers
I did not love the film, but I did enjoy the great acting. Overall, it was a good watch. Jennifer and Simu Liu were great. I wish their backstory would have been fleshed out earlier. Simu proves again he can stand out, and this time as a villain.
Jennifer López in a SciFi was a new experience, it I liked how her relationship with AI Smith ended.
I loved the plot line of a chess match . Atlas thought she k ew Harlan better than anyone e, but forgot he knew her better than anyone too. She took the bait without realizing it and set in motion just what Harlan had anticipated.
Loved the AI story line since it is one of the first I watch.
It could have been better, yet I am happy. Loved all the characters. And I was pleasantly surprised that the diversity felt genuine and not contrived.
Jennifer is a great actress. The plot needed more meat. Simu Liu is topping my list of younger actors to watch out for.
Jennifer López in a SciFi was a new experience, it I liked how her relationship with AI Smith ended.
I loved the plot line of a chess match . Atlas thought she k ew Harlan better than anyone e, but forgot he knew her better than anyone too. She took the bait without realizing it and set in motion just what Harlan had anticipated.
Loved the AI story line since it is one of the first I watch.
It could have been better, yet I am happy. Loved all the characters. And I was pleasantly surprised that the diversity felt genuine and not contrived.
Jennifer is a great actress. The plot needed more meat. Simu Liu is topping my list of younger actors to watch out for.
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