As a self-proclaimed aficionado of all things cinema, I’ve seen my fair share of delays and disappointments when it comes to eagerly anticipated films. But with the first full trailer for Bong Joon-Ho’s “Mickey 17” finally gracing our screens, I find myself once again rekindling my excitement for this intriguing sci-fi adventure.
Despite my extensive praise for the 2025 films, I’ve neglected one early release that has deeply resonated with me. Now that director Bong Joon-Ho’s Mickey 17 is set to premiere in theaters after a devastating delay, my anticipation for this film is rekindled. Given the recently released first full trailer for this intriguing blend of dark comedy and sci-fi, I find myself already empathizing with Robert Pattinson’s character, the “Expendable” hero.
Mickey 17 appears as if it was created by merging some of the greatest science fiction films ever made. To put it simply, I’d compare it to a blend of Moon, Wall-E, and Snowpiercer. After viewing the footage provided by Warner Bros., this connection becomes even stronger. Essentially, Mickey 1 (played by Robert Pattinson) enlisted as an Expendable for a distant space colony, which means people are allowed to clone him until the task is complete.
This movie, known for playing Dean Martin’s “Ain’t That A Kick In The Head” as its soundtrack, promises a heap of fun from the get-go. When Mickey 17 (played by Pattinson) miraculously cheats death, it only adds to the excitement, much to the dismay of Mickey 18 (who else?). So, for those eagerly waiting for this film, your anticipation for Mickey 17’s release date may be renewed.
It appears that Eric Eisenberg’s response to the Mickey 17 Cinema-Con footage was spot-on, as it conveyed the film’s dark comedy tone. My previous comparison of Snowpiercer seems particularly fitting given the swift glimpse of Toni Collette and Mark Ruffalo portraying seemingly deranged colony administrators. Now, Ruffalo’s remarks about embodying a “cruel dictator” are resonating more in my mind.
But let’s go back to Robert Pattinson’s titular Mickey 17 for a moment, because that seems to be a huge indicator that the wait will indeed be worth it. In addition to the morbidly dark humor, and Bong Joon-ho’s sharp commentary on modern life being ever present, Pattinson absolutely works as whatever Mickey you’re rooting for.
As a die-hard fan, I can’t help but emphasize the significance of this aspect, particularly when the powers that be are pondering over how Mickey should appear in his next incarnation. This is crucial!
Once more, it seems like the atmosphere of “Snowpiercer” is reappearing, just as expected. Regardless of who you’re supporting, there’s a high probability that the version of Mickey you identify with might be sacrificed by the end of “Mickey 17”.
In a lighthearted blend of sci-fi comedy and the theme of mortality, you can expect some significant challenges to arise. Robert Pattinson adopts different attitudes throughout and delivers lines with a hint of his distinctive southern accent from the movie “The Devil All The Time“.
On January 31, 2025, “Mickey 17” will present a positive perspective on death, available exclusively in cinemas. Before you rush to borrow Edward Ashton’s book “Mickey7” from the library, let me clarify that yes, your vision isn’t playing tricks on you. Director Bong Joon-ho revealed at this year’s CinemaCon that he has Mickey meet his end not just once, but 10 times more than what is written in the original material. Now, isn’t that an unexpected twist?
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2024-09-18 04:07