Self/less

Name: Self/less
Genre: Action, Sci-Fi, Drama, Mystery, Thriller
Released: July 10, 2015
Duration: 117 min
Rating: 34
Cast: Ben Kingsley, Derek Luke, Matthew Goode, Natalie Martinez, Ryan Reynolds

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Focus Features | Release Date: July 10, 2015 | PG-13

Starring: Ben Kingsley, Derek Luke, Matthew Goode, Natalie Martinez, Ryan Reynolds, Victor Garber

Summary: An extremely wealthy man (Ben Kingsley) dying from cancer undergoes a radical medical procedure that transfers his consciousness into the body of a healthy young man (Ryan Reynolds). But all is not as it seems when he starts to uncover the mystery of the body’s origin and the organization that will kill to protect its cause.

Director: Tarsem Singh

Genre(s): Action, Sci-Fi, Drama, Mystery, Thriller

Rating: PG-13

Runtime: 117 min

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John Hazelton

Jul 6, 2015

There are enough twists and turns in Self/less to keep things interesting Read full review

Bill Goodykoontz

Jul 9, 2015

This is a first-rate cast in a second-rate story with some entertaining bits and some maddening holes. That combination works for late-night channel surfing. Anywhere else, not so much. Read full review

Steven Rea

Jul 10, 2015

You'd think a movie about transplanting human consciousness would be smarter than this. Read full review

Scott Foundas

Jul 6, 2015

Even the resourceful, likable Reynolds is at a loss to elevate this rather dreary piece of would-be escapism, which calls out for the wry, pulpy touch of a John Carpenter (or his acolyte David Twohy) and instead gets the strained self-seriousness of director Tarsem Singh. Read full review

James Berardinelli

Jul 9, 2015

There's enough material in Self/less to fuel a mini-series. Instead of letting the story breathe, the film rushes along at breakneck speed, using contrivances and "shortcuts" in failed attempts at character development. Read full review

Kyle Smith

Jul 8, 2015

Self/less is a celluloid smoothie blended from dozens of familiar elements, but it’s neither tasty nor nutritious. Read full review

The Playlist Kevin Jagernauth

Jul 6, 2015

Self/less is brain/less entertainment, but if there’s any consolation, the impression it leaves is so fleeting that you can soon replace it with better movie memories. Read full review

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Joem33

Aug 30, 2015

Matter of fact, I don't think the "critics" watched the same movie I did. Self/Less is an amazing movie not only 'cause of its intriguing premise, but also 'cause of the realism it exudes. If this sci-fi dramatization doesn't pull you in, I wonder what will.
I recommend this movie to anyoneMatter of fact, I don't think the "critics" watched the same movie I did. Self/Less is an amazing movie not only 'cause of its intriguing premise, but also 'cause of the realism it exudes. If this sci-fi dramatization doesn't pull you in, I wonder what will.
I recommend this movie to anyone who's familiar with how to have a good time with a movie - you'll love it.… Expand

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Apr 18, 2020

I don't understand the critics. They're probably the type of movie goers who think that all sci-fi should be like star wars. Sure this movie has some flaws and somethings don't make complete sense. But it is a well acted and a well thought out movie.

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rainclark

Sep 15, 2015

This movie is very intriguing and has a lot of twists. I find it entertaining and very thrilling.

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duncan1964

Jul 20, 2015

Self/Less is in no way a bad film, it's really just a disappointing one. The story of a man who buys a new body when his is on the way out makes for a good starting point and the first 30 minutes are intriguing and well made, but then the audience suddenly finds it is one step ahead of allSelf/Less is in no way a bad film, it's really just a disappointing one. The story of a man who buys a new body when his is on the way out makes for a good starting point and the first 30 minutes are intriguing and well made, but then the audience suddenly finds it is one step ahead of all the characters, and we remain that way throughout the film. No matter what twists and turns the film throws at us, they are so well signposted that nothing comes as a surprise and in the end boredom starts to set in. The most disappointing aspect of the film, however, is its visual style. Director Tarsem Singh has made some of the most beautiful looking films of the last few years (Immortals, Cell, The Fall) but Self/Less just looks, well, ordinary. And that's unforgivable.… Expand

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Broyax

Feb 8, 2018

Le postulat de départ est déjà assez casse-gueule, à savoir l'échange non standard d'esprits et de corps mais il est en plus traité par dessus la jambe et globalement aussi incohérent qu'invraisemblable, quel que soit le bout par lequel on le prenne... c'est en outre étonnamment prévisibleLe postulat de départ est déjà assez casse-gueule, à savoir l'échange non standard d'esprits et de corps mais il est en plus traité par dessus la jambe et globalement aussi incohérent qu'invraisemblable, quel que soit le bout par lequel on le prenne... c'est en outre étonnamment prévisible avec à la fin une petite morale à deux balles bien consensuelle pour ne pas dire carrément niaise.

Le film vire également rapidement à la machination hollywoodienne usée et rabâchée, au thriller complotiste fait de bagarres, de coups de feu et de fuites... Il est aussi bavard, du genre pour ne rien dire ou s'écouter parler afin de meubler au maximum le métrage qui n'a rien sous le pied en fait.

Certes, on aime bien retrouver Ben Kingsley, un acteur éminent et estimable mais il ne fait ici qu'un gros quart d'heure syndical avant de laisser la place à un Ryan Reynolds en roue libre, l'air plus ahuri qu'autre chose. Finalement, rien à garder, tout à jeter dans ce film foutraque qui brasse du vent... et encore sans aucune conviction.… Expand

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