A story with a lot of potential ends up being extremely boring and relying on weird effects.
Apparently the writers and director realized that the characters lack any depth and tried to make sure no one falls asleep watching it by using lots of narration, slow motion and breaking the fourth wall. None of it is necessary or manages to make the movie interesting.
Most characters are caricatures and therefor have little depth that could make them interesting to watch.
At least there is some self-awareness of the absolute snoozefest of a film when the movie shows us an ending that is more interesting than the actual ending.
Apparently the writers and director realized that the characters lack any depth and tried to make sure no one falls asleep watching it by using lots of narration, slow motion and breaking the fourth wall. None of it is necessary or manages to make the movie interesting.
Most characters are caricatures and therefor have little depth that could make them interesting to watch.
At least there is some self-awareness of the absolute snoozefest of a film when the movie shows us an ending that is more interesting than the actual ending.