Jennifer Lopez, multi-hyphenate entertainer queen, is featured in the
lame Artificial Intelligence-themed science fiction movie “Atlas.” It
was directed by Brad Peyton and can now be streamed on Netflix. Although
it might not be as original as other classic sci-fi movies, yet it has
remarkable visual effects and mesmerizing acting performance from
Lopez.
It takes place in a future where AI rules but is controlled by a special squad. Analogue traditionalist Atlas Shepherd (Lopez) who is also an excellent data analyst hates artificial intelligence with all her heart. However, she must use the same robotic abilities that she despises when a mission sends her to an unstable planet with hostile environment. Humanity still dread Harlan, Simu Liu’s character who has been on the run from earth for 28 years since he was a renegade robot.
Despite script holes being noticeable in some areas and an insipid antagonist, this cohesion of visual effects animates this futuristic world and its combat scenes heavy on spectacles. The film hinges on Jennifer Lopez’s acting talent as well as her AI sidekick which reminded me about other known sci-fi titles like “I Robot” and “Bumblebee”. Overally,” Atlas” works fine as an action-packed science fiction movie that one can enjoy over Netflix at home. 🌟🎥🚀