The beyond is not a unique film, borrowing elements from Robocop, Europa Report, and other movies that strive for that real looking (but fake) documentary look. Robocop and Europa Report? Must be a good movie then, right? Wrong!
This movie drifts from idea to idea, and when it borrows - it forgets to borrow the most important film quality: Entertainment.
I think this movie might be a good watch for people who multitask while a movie is on. Because whenever you take this movie in, there is generally something of visually interest. But actually sitting down, focusing and absorbing the content? One is pelted with a lot of unfocused ideas that kinda tell a story regarding future exploration and alien contact.
If there is one thing I really like about this movie is the optimistic take on the unknown, in this current era of intense social cynicism.
Ultimately though - I felt the film lacked a clear narrative, lacked consistent pacing, and has marginal success in terms of casting, acting, directing.
not unwatchable, but imo an average 5/10
