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I Origins

Play trailer Poster for I Origins R,  2014,  1h 57m,  Drama/ Sci-Fi Play Trailer Watchlist
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52% Tomatometer 106 Reviews 69% Popcornmeter 5,000+ Ratings
A molecular biologist's study of the human eye has far-reaching implications about humanity's scientific and spiritual beliefs.
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Critics Consensus

Writer-director Mike Cahill remains an intriguingly ambitious talent, but with the uneven sci-fi drama I Origins, his reach exceeds his grasp.

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Candice Frederick Reel Talk Online Sep 2, 2017
C-
There are far too many times when the story simply looses its footing and falls into another tedious direction, leaving some angles completely dangling. Go to Full Review
Mark Kermode Observer (UK) Sep 28, 2014
3/5
Gradually mutates into a debate about the singularity of the soul, the spectre of reincarnation rearing its unexpected head under laboratory conditions. Go to Full Review
Guy Lodge London Evening Standard Sep 28, 2014
3/5
Unapologetically soulful stuff, almost provocative in its lack of irony. Go to Full Review
Matt Oakes Silver Screen Riot Oct 15, 2026
B+
'I Origins' is a bold, immensely watchable philosophical journey. Go to Full Review
Michael J. Casey Michael J. Cinema Nov 14, 2021
2/5
There is a great deal wrong with "I Origins," most noticeably the pacing. It is a slow burn, bordering on boring as it moves from one scene to the next. Go to Full Review
Richard Crouse Richard Crouse Feb 1, 2021
3/5
The metaphysical love story may have asked many more questions than it could ever hope to answer but answers aren't the point of the film. Ideas are, and the film has those in spades. Go to Full Review
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Finn P Dec 19, 2018 Just like "Another Earth", from the same director, this movie did not convinced me fully. I liked it more because there are some interesting ideas and, simply, because "I origins" is better done. The non convincing part is due to the length of time taken to reach the point of the movie, a point that becomes clear way earlier than it should. Luckily the end stays powerful nonetheless, and for me is kinda impossible to mark as rotten a film with songs of Radiohead in it, so at the end I will have to put it in the "Yes" pile. (What a song can do) See more
Leia M Dec 3, 2018 A beautifully sad, and yet hopeful movie. It delivers an emotional journey, with a very believable love story. The fictional plot is fascinating, and it grabs hold of your soul. See more
Kylo M Oct 16, 2018 A remarkable and beautiful film. Not many film make you think, and even if it is all hokum i'm sure you will enjoy the journey taken. See more
Theodore L Feb 4, 2018 I ORIGINS- 65% A beautiful work of ART which could have used a lot more colors. This story is absolutely breathtaking, however, I feel like the story, the structure, and the actors could have done so much more. Story wise and execution: 3/3.5 Acting: 1.42/2.5 Camera work: 1.12/2 Sound: 1/2 Overall Score: 3.25/5 See more
Theodore W Feb 3, 2018 It started really slow and it was quite boring, but half way through, it got interesting and a little engaging...
George R Jan 2, 2018 "I Origins" is just as interested in spiritual themes as in its scientific premise, which might put some viewers off. But it's rich with emotion, even heartbreaking at times, and the performances are strong, even if the plot might be to understated for some. See more
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Movie Info

Synopsis A molecular biologist's study of the human eye has far-reaching implications about humanity's scientific and spiritual beliefs.
Director
Mike Cahill
Producer
Mike Cahill, Hunter Gray, Alex Orlovsky
Screenwriter
Mike Cahill
Distributor
Fox Searchlight
Production Co
Verisimilitude, WeWork Studios
Rating
R (Some Sexuality/Nudity|Language)
Genre
Drama, Sci-Fi
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Jul 18, 2014, Limited
Release Date (Streaming)
Jun 1, 2016
Box Office (Gross USA)
$334.7K
Runtime
1h 57m
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