Splitting Adam
2015 · Directed by Scott McAboy
Original language: English
- comedy
- family
- science fiction
- tv movie
The story
After accidentally stumbling into his uncle's mysterious "tanning bed", Adam learns the answer to all of his problems - multiple Adams. With his new collection of clones, Adam is hopping on one wild summer ride with an epic splash.
What it’s like
Bright, broad, and sunny in the way of a made-for-television summer comedy, with hard daylight, pool-party colors, and busy, well-lit family rooms rather than anything moody or textured. Its sound is upbeat and rounded off, with bouncy incidental music and quick sitcom-style cutting that keeps the energy moving. The vibe is light, silly, and warm, the kind of thing to put on for an easy afternoon or a lazy weekend with the kids nearby. When one teenager's mysterious discovery multiplies him into a houseful of duplicates, the story turns on sibling-style chaos, goofy misunderstandings, and a family learning to cope with too many of the same boy. The pace is brisk and the emotional register is affectionate, with the hero's clones gently testing his sense of self and loyalty. Intensity is very low: there is no real violence, no gore, no sexual content, and no real fear beyond mild cartoonish jeopardy. It suits families with younger viewers, anyone who wants low-stakes, feel-good sci-fi, and fans of goofy high-concept comedies who want something lighthearted.
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