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Lumina

  • 2024
  • R
  • 1h 53m
IMDb RATING
3.8/10
8.9K
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Eric Roberts, Ken Lawson, Thom Noble, Larry Smith, David Dean Ebert, David Seychell, Matthew Sargent, Eleanor Williams, Raquel Gallego, Gino McKoy, Hudson McKoy, Lynda McKoy, Andrea Tivadar, Rupert Lazarus, Sidney Nicole Brooks, and Emily Hall in Lumina (2024)
Lumina follows four friends desperately searching for their abductee friend in a DUMB. Whether they find their friend or not in the deserts of the US to the sands of the Sahara, will change their lives forever.
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Lumina follows four friends desperately searching for their abductee friend in a DUMB. Whether they find their friend or not in the deserts of the US to the sands of the Sahara, will change ... Read allLumina follows four friends desperately searching for their abductee friend in a DUMB. Whether they find their friend or not in the deserts of the US to the sands of the Sahara, will change their lives forever.Lumina follows four friends desperately searching for their abductee friend in a DUMB. Whether they find their friend or not in the deserts of the US to the sands of the Sahara, will change their lives forever.

  • Director
    • Gino McKoy
  • Writer
    • Gino McKoy
  • Stars
    • Rupert Lazarus
    • Sidney Nicole Brooks
    • Andrea Tivadar
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  • IMDb RATING
    3.8/10
    8.9K
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    • Director
      • Gino McKoy
    • Writer
      • Gino McKoy
    • Stars
      • Rupert Lazarus
      • Sidney Nicole Brooks
      • Andrea Tivadar
    • 57User reviews
    • 20Critic reviews
    • 6Metascore
  • See production info at IMDbPro
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    5pevijad

    A Deep Dive into Sci-Fi Brilliance

    Lumina is a sci-fi masterpiece that goes beyond visual spectacle. Gino McKoy's film offers a profound exploration of existence and identity, wrapped in a visually breathtaking package. The slow pacing might deter some, but it allows for a richer, more immersive experience. With strong performances and a narrative that invites deep reflection, Lumina is a must-watch for fans of thought-provoking cinema. The story of Lumina is one of its most compelling features. At its core, the film explores themes of consciousness, identity, and the nature of reality - topics that have long fascinated philosophers and scientists alike.
    5philwmovies

    Blinded By The Lights And An Empty Vessel Of A Story

    Alien films are tricky because so much has been covered. There is little fertile ground save for the reshuffling of previous material. Here in Lumina, there is a soft effort to make a personal connection between the conspiracy and the characters. However, the film's path is full of never-ending twists in the road, unexpected turns, and revelations that keep the audience more distracted than engaged. By the time the film ends, there is a feeling of being off-balance caused by the rapid surprises and shifts in the narrative.

    The biggest challenge for Lumina is the scope of its ambitions. The film tries to spin off into a myriad of directions, ranging from government secrets to alien menaces. These are all valid angles, but the problem lies in the execution, which is sloppy and, at times, distracted. Audiences will likely guess the ending before the end of the first act. The lack of subtlety is to the detriment of the film. While there are some twists, they arrive a little too late to make any real contact.

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    1troy-pitts

    So very bad

    Even in a world where sharknado and its ilk are made, I find it difficult to believe that someone would invest in and produce this.

    The "plot" simultaneously is all over the place and goes absolutely nowhere. It is truly baffling that someone paid for this script and said, "I HAVE to make this".

    You may think, "Well at least there must be some decent acting in it". You would be incorrect. Small town theaters provide more convincing performances than anyone involved in this delivers.

    It is so very bad that I'm almost convinced that someone in charge decided early on that they were going to go for a Razzie or something.

    The movie does not even have enough substance to be considered for a Golden Raspberry.

    I've seen better things made by kids with cheap equipment on YouTube.
    6visilaf

    A Thought-Provoking Journey into the Sci-Fi Genre

    Gino McKoy's Lumina is a shining example of what science fiction can achieve when it's handled with care, creativity, and an eye for detail. From the moment the film begins, it's clear that McKoy has a strong vision, one that combines stunning visuals with a narrative that challenges the viewer to think deeply about the nature of reality and existence. This isn't just another sci-fi movie filled with flashy special effects and shallow plotlines. Instead, Lumina offers something much more substantial and thought-provoking. The story of Lumina revolves around complex themes of consciousness, identity, and the fabric of reality itself. These are heavy topics, but McKoy handles them with a deft touch, weaving them into a narrative that is both engaging and emotionally resonant.
    5rawabi-11767

    It is a good movie!!

    I went to watch this movie 'lumina' in a theatre in Wahington DC. The movie was very good as it's cast was very good, the main chracter tatiana (Eleanor Williams) is very good actor has she was very good in this role, I was amazed to watch this movie I have watched a sci fi movie after a long time which has both good chracters, good story, and good animations. This movie was totally good as I felt that it is not a movie it's all happening in real world, Out of all odds the director, writer, producer Gino McKoy is very good man as it is very difficult in current time to make a sci fi movie during this time.

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      The film underwent a serious period of development hell and the deal for producing the film nearly went up in literal flames. During pre-production, one of the producer's planes crashed due to bad weather into the Colorado mountains and caught on fire upon crashing. Despite receiving severe burns and injuries, the producer miraculously survived and was rescued by firefighters. Among one of the few things to barely survive the crash fire was the producer's paper contract. Following the producer's survival and recovery, production on the film went forward.
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      References The Wizard of Oz (1939)
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    • Release date
      • July 12, 2024 (United States)
    • Countries of origin
      • Canada
      • United States
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    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Kummaline juhtum
    • Filming locations
      • Marrakech, Morocco(Hotel)
    • Production company
      • Goldove Entertainment
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    • Runtime
      • 1h 53m(113 min)
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    • Aspect ratio
      • 2.39:1

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