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Parallel Minds (2020)
Great new movie - - Why all the trolls?
Interesting original sci-fi movie about memory delving into 2020 which is fitting considering times. Detective Thomas Elliot who has been running away from his past teams up with Margo, the researcher to find out what happen to Red Eye's head programmer and apprehend the unknown digital shape shifter. One of the many good things about the movie is Hayden's mix of high and analog technologies. Margo and Elise play well as being vulnerable yet strong. The referral of Indigenous heritages the film appealing. Indigenous heritage is woven to great effect. This makes the film interesting because it's not just sci-fi but with a bit of drama fused with it. There is interesting exploration of the mind giving a philosophical point of view to the characters and their motivation. The blending of Indigenous spirituality and technology gives it a nice balanced feeling. Many Sci-fi's lean too far into technology but there is room to breathe in Hayden's story. Later on the plot brings up parts of history of institutions forcefully trying to assimilate Native Americans. This has been acknowledged in a meaningful way. Story about Thomas running way from his troubles is enjoyable and wish I could have seen more of it. Thomas' backstory ties up with the plot to give the larger view of the Red Eye's capabilities. This is efficient storytelling. What's more interesting about Thomas story is even though he had a horrible past, he manages to add a lot of charm in the film. Mystery in sci-fi thriller is tackled well here. Neo-noir aspects adds flavor on it with visions lending charm and giving the film a spiritual effect.