Robert Patterson is bringing new definition to humanity in Mickey 17. When Mickey takes a job with a mysterious company off Earth, he soon learns what it means to die. A scientific cloning program, his job is to save humanity by discovering cures that inevitably takes his life. All seems good as he also quickly develops a budding romance with another residence on board the ship. Things turn around when Mickey “17” sent to explore the hostile regions of the new planet, discover the lifeforms living there who inevitably save his life. Of course, the ship doesn’t know he survives as Mickey 18 is born. Now it is up to both Mickey’s to learn the real truth behind the mission and find a way to save both themselves and the harmless creatures he’s befriended.
At 2 hour 17 minute runtime, Mickey 17 is a film that will have you captivated in all its rawness. the film is based in part on a larger book by Edward Ashton and does a good job of capturing that unique sci fi nature. Patterson, additionally does an exceptional job, especially as he attempts to communicate not only with the creatures but also with himself in a stunning multifaceted role as he must go through many emotions including anger and rage which he takes out on his own.
The film also stars Rise of Skywalker‘s Naomi Ackie as well as Love Me’s Steven Yeon, Avenger’s Mark Ruffalo and Toni Collette, both who do an exceptional job of playing the villains that you want to like in the beginning. Both Ruffalo and Collette are a powerhouse couple who inevitably get what they deserve and do a great job doing so. Ackie and Yeon similarly have a knack for being the underdogs as well as each rise out of the shadows to stand next to Patterson and seek the courageous change that he must fight for.
Mickey 17 is a film, not exactly for everyone as there is some strong language and a bit of suggestive sexual connotations. For that reason, the film is rated R, however it’s a film that will hold your attention and help you to see another time period as we compare it to where we are now. The film came out in theaters March 5th and is currently playing in one near you.