Meanwhile on Earth

This movie is a true journey to one's inner core. It may look small in the beggining, but it uses its characters and context in a beautiful and meaningful way. It is realistic and it pushes the boundaries of the basic sci-fi flick in a very cerebral and receptive way.

The cinematography is noteworthy, capturing both the beauty and the harsh realities of Earth. The use of color and light reinforces the film's themes, creating a visual representation of hope and despair. The performances of the ensemble cast are compelling; each actor brings depth to their roles, effectively conveying the emotional weight of their characters' struggles.

The screenplay is rich with dialogue that challenges viewers to reflect on their own lives and the state of the planet. The film touches on themes of environmentalism, connection, and the passage of time, prompting viewers to consider their place in the larger tapestry of life.

The music was a solid 10/10 for me. It is absolutely epic and it's constantly haunting you in a beautiful way, making you totally dissolve in the atmosphere of the movie.

In the end, for the ones who will get it, we are left with a metaphysical and heart warming message about humanity and the real meaning of the life.

I just barely found out about Meanwhile on Earth a few hours ago and decided to buy a ticket and go in blind. As unorthodox as this film was, the overall atmosphere is mostly what i expected. That's not to say it was predictable or bad. I just had an inkling this would be way more soft science fiction rather than something crazy and epic. I wasn't fully enthralled by the story, which sometimes felt meandering and lethargic but the visual style for the film deserves all sorts of praise and accolades. My lord, it was beautiful. I also quite enjoyed the relative originality to the story at the very least. It's not a perfect film but it definitely a low key and singular exercise that succeeds on a small scale. I have a feeling that I'll revisit it when it comes to streaming.

B-

Pendant Ce Temps Sur Terre (or Meanwhile On Earth for the English title) is a French/Belgian movie from writer/director Jérémy Clapin, certainly worth a watch if you like good cinematography, accompanied by a good soundtrack and decent acting. I would have scored it with a seven if it was not for the ending that I found a bit disappointing. For that alone I score it lower, as it was, in my opinion, not satisfying enough. But for the rest it's an interesting story, easy to watch and to understand. A bit of sci-fi fantasy without special effects, just a solid story. Too bad the ending wasn't better.

Elsa Martens (Megan Northam) is a young adult whose life takes on an unexpected turn after an unknown life form makes contact with her claiming to be able to bring her older brother back after his mysterious disappearance from a space mission.

Writer and director Jérémy Clapin is more interested in human dilemmas than in the usual sci-fi motives. Pendant ce temps sur Terre has a weak beginning where it is not clear where it wants to go but once it gets there its form is already recognizable.

It poses existential questions about what is the value of life and if there is truth in that there are lives worthier than others. Through Elsa, the movie explores purpose and how it can change an individual's worldview. It also gives emotional weight to longing and what constitutes the loss of a loved one.

Its cinematography blends animation with live action creating a differentiated treatment in terms of narrative and dramatic expressiveness. Pendant ce temps sur Terre is one of those movies that has memorable scenes but they are in contrast with the ones where lack of ambition renders them unextraordinary.

One actress here and very good she is too at expressing emotion; great presence

Great landscapes. But the storyline .... dear this goes nowhere there are clever little bits the little bro the seed in her ear to communicate with the aliens all nice

But no ending .... like a river which dries and disappears in sands

When you tell a story you need a story and often these days there is not. All is done well elegantly but without a complete story you have nowt and frankly no one will remember this one i will not

I gave it it a 4 could have given it a 6 maybe for the originality contained here but i felt cheated at the end as in what happened .... it could not be completed .....

Watch it tho if only for the acting.