Finch
2021 · Directed by Miguel Sapochnik
Original language: English
- science fiction
- drama
- adventure
The story
On a post-apocalyptic Earth, a robot, built to protect the life of his dying creator's beloved dog, learns about life, love, friendship, and what it means to be human.
What it’s like
Washed-out desert browns and dusty ochres give way to pale blue dawns and the cool grey of a ruined city, with long, patient shots that let a lone figure and a slow-moving rover sit small in vast, empty landscapes. The camera holds on ordinary gestures, a hand adjusting a wire, a dog settling in the sun, and the score is sparse and melodic, built from soft strings and a gentle piano that swells only when the world opens up. The vibe is quiet, earnest melancholy with a thread of warmth: sun-bleached and unhurried, the kind of film to sit with on a slow afternoon or during a long drive through dry country. Pacing is deliberate, with long stretches of wandering and talking to the dog, and the emotional arc follows a wary machine slowly learning tenderness, loyalty and grief from the people and creature in its care. The violence is occasional and brief, mostly threat and peril rather than gore, and the sadness is gentle rather than harrowing. It suits viewers who want thoughtful, human-scale science fiction, road-trip stillness, and a story about companionship that stays hopeful.
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