Mickey 17, directed by Bong Joon Ho, explores themes of workers' rights amidst a chaotic political climate through the story of Mickey Barnes, who faces dire consequences due to his poor business choices. Although the film exhibits Bong's signature narrative style, it is perceived as less coherent than his prior works, reflecting an intentional blend of comedy and social commentary. Adapted from Edward Ashton's novel, the setting consists of a dystopian Earth suffering from climate crises, engaging audiences with urgent themes relevant to contemporary issues.
The film is shakier than much of his previous work with an intentional sweatiness to performances that affects the film's social commentary.
Mickey 17 feels like a film that's meeting the moment and articulating what's on many of our minds amid the unhinged political climate.
Adapted from Edward Ashton's 2022 novel, Mickey 17 tells the story of Mickey Barnes, a simple man avoiding lethal consequences from bad business deals.
Considering the cartoonishly unhinged political climate we're all living through right now, the film captures a sense of urgency for workers' rights.
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