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Mar 10, 2022 · Blissfully under two hours, “The Adam Project” is no modern classic. But it does benefit from an affecting finale that pays special attention to Adam’s strained relationship with his father.
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The central idea behind the Netflix sci-fi adventure “The...
- Watch Ryan Reynolds Meet His Past Self in ‘The Adam Project’
Mar 25, 2022 · The central idea behind the Netflix sci-fi adventure “The Adam Project” is presented in this comical, yet tender, living room scene. The 12-year-old Adam (Walker Scobell) is questioning a...
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Mar 10, 2022 · The Adam Project. Science fiction author David Brin says there is just one reason for time travel: “Make it didn’t happen.”. The idea of correcting, no, preventing one mistake is an irresistible fantasy.
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By Tom Goodwyn
published 10 March 2022
Is Ryan Reynolds' sci-fi adventure a hit or miss?
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The Adam Project, Netflix's new big-budget family adventure, makes its bow on the streamer this Friday (March 11) and the first reviews are in.
Not really. It wouldn't be fair to say it's had a kicking, but the general response is pretty muted.
The Hollywood Reporter's David Rooney summed it up best, calling the movie "too pedestrian to generate excitement" and questioning many of the casting choices. Indiewire's David Ehrlich wasn't keen either, saying it's an "...overly safe film that only feigns at its ambition. It feels less like a natural fit for Reynolds’ talents than an ill-fitting star vehicle for someone who’s never been less interested in stretching his limits." Ouch.
Empire's Jordan King liked it more than most, describing the sci-fi flick as "a throwback slice of escapism with plenty of heart", but he didn't feel compelled to give it more than three stars. Radio Times' Huw Fullerton struck the same tone, calling The Adam Project "...perfectly serviceable fare that will distract you from the world for an hour and 45 minutes." Not exactly a recommendation, is it?
Variety's Own Gleiberman enjoyed the film, but qualified his praise, saying: "Ryan Reynolds and Shawn Levy are going to make much better movies than this one, but you can feel the tastiness of their combo even in a kinetic marshmallow." Finally, IGN's Ryan Leston bucked the trend by offering up a tonne of praise, he called the film "Back to the Future meets The Last Starfighter with a slew of wonderful performances." It's nice to someone enjoyed it.
If the reviews haven't put you off, The Adam Project will exclusively launch on Netflix worldwide on Friday, March 11.
If it doesn't sound like its one for you, but you're in the mood for something with Ryan Reynolds leading the way, we've compiled his 10 finest films. Alternatively, check out the 10 most popular movies on Netflix right now, or start binge watching a new Netflix show instead.
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Mar 10, 2022 · ‘The Adam Project’ Review: Ryan Reynolds Meets His 12-Year-Old Self in Shawn Levy’s Back-to-the-Future Action Confection. Their first collaboration after "Free Guy" is just a clever...
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Read Critics Reviews. Even if it isn't the most original -- or memorable -- time-travel adventure, The Adam Project gets by with entertaining action and a likable cast. Read Audience...
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