Director: Michael Matthews
Genre: Action/
Adventure/ Science Fiction
Runtime: 109
minutes
Year: 2020
Starring: Dylan O’Brien,
Jessica Henwick, Michael Rooker, Dan Ewing, Ariana Greenblatt, Ellen Hollman,
Tre Hale, Paccharo Mzembe, Senie Priti, Amali Golden
Description: Seven years
after he survived the monster apocalypse, lovably hapless Joel (Dylan O’Brien)
leaves his cozy underground bunker behind on a quest to reunite with his ex
(Jessica Henwick)
Review: Because of a chemical reaction, life on Earth has been forever affected.
Animals have mutated into dangerous giant monsters, and humanity has already
been substantially wiped out. Survivors hide in underground bunkers, including the
terrified Joel Dawson. He decides to brave the monstrous world, searching for
his ex-girlfriend Aimee.
In “Love and Monsters”,
animals have mutated and become gigantic monsters. We see especially the
normally small animals, like insects, frogs, snails, that turned into giant
creatures. Suddenly these animals can be life-threatening. Seeing Joel struggle
with these monstrous critters makes for a cool viewing experience. Fortunately,
the film never takes itself too seriously and the tone remains lighthearted as
a result. Which is the perfect choice for this movie.
In addition, “Love and
Monsters” isn’t only action and adventure, it also knows when it’s time to
catch your breath. The film gives out main character that extra push of
character development and creates sympathy by highlighting his friendly
relationship with Boy the dog. Also look out for a conversation between Joel
and robot Mav1s that shows how beautiful the world can still be and that not
everything is evil. Even during an apocalypse you have to keep looking for
hope.
The story is pretty simple,
but “Love and Monsters” impresses thanks to a charismatic leading man, incredible
CGI and overall a very entertaining film. I really loved this movie, more then
I expected too. One of my favorites of 2021.
Rating: 4,5/ 5
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