Review of The Machine (2013) by Kara D — 17 Nov 2013

Bad audio and cliches ruin a visually interesting movie.

This review of The Machine (2013) was written by Kara D on 17 Nov 2013.

The Machine has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Attilio D (12) on 25 Apr 2015

A boring mix of English theatre, BBC drama and Dr Who. Badly directed. Couldn't wait for it to end…

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By Jordan B (469) on 05 Jan 2015

This film borrows from science fiction of old in terms of aesthetics and concepts. However, it seems to do so in it's own fresh way…

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By Dave P (388) on 21 Oct 2016

I'm not sure why this has got such mixed reviews - I thoroughly enjoyed it. Smashing soundtrack too, in a simple 80s synth sort of way…

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By Marcel V (25) on 09 Nov 2015

Very clever low-budget movie, with great use of special effects and environment. Creepy atmosphere and decent acting…

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By Vadertime (67) on 18 Feb 2016

This is an interesting movie, both visually and intellectually…

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By John L (999) on 09 Jul 2015

More like a made for TV movie than a good film…

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By Jacob G (945) on 15 Feb 2015

It feels a little short, but it is certainly ambitious enough to capture its intention. Which is looking and feeling cool…

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By Arseniy V (499) on 07 Aug 2015

Exception low budget awesomeness. Good plot, good acting, great direction, spot on sfx & visuals and superb atmospheric soundtrack. Must see…

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By Armchair O (122) on 06 Sep 2015

This was painful to watch. Very slow, very boring. It's the yet another telling of the Singularity story. Nothing new to see here…

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By Blue5Peed (1) on 28 Nov 2015

I cannot recommend this move which is sad to say as I am a huge fan of all things cyberpunk…

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