When I first heard the premise of Everything Everything Everything All at Once, I was definitely confused; A24's mix of sci-fi, action, comedy, and heartfelt drama sounded like a pure wild ride, but could it really pull it all off? I wondered if it could But from the moment the film started rolling, I knew it was something truly special
“Everything Everywhere at Once” is by far the greatest science fiction film ever made It is a cinematic experience that challenges expectations and draws you into a whirlwind of emotions Critics and audiences alike rave about how the film pushes the limits of storytelling in unique and cool ways
If you've been wanting to see this film, now is the perfect time If this film disappears from Netflix, one of the best streaming services, you will be sorry you missed this opportunity Here's why this film is worth seeing now
“Everything Everywhere All at Once” centers on Evelyn Wang (Michelle Yeoh), a middle-aged woman who runs a laundromat with her husband Waymond (Ke Hui Kwan) While trying to cope with the stress of a failed business, an IRS audit, and a strained relationship with her family (especially her daughter Joy), Evelyn is suddenly thrown into a strange and chaotic adventure that spans multiple universes
Evelyn discovers that an infinite number of parallel universes exist, each representing a different version of life based on her choices She discovers that she is the key to saving the multiverse from the all-powerful being known as Job Tupaki, who turns out to be a version of her daughter Joy from another universe
The film shows Evelyn experiencing various alternate realities, gaining different skills and experiences from her other self, and confronting both the external threat of Job Tupaki and the internal conflict with her family Despite the chaos, the film is somehow inspiring
“Everything Everywhere All at Once” is definitely unforgettable The uniqueness of this film comes from the way it mixes everything from action, comedy, drama, and science fiction in a way that shouldn't work but does It's as if the filmmakers took every crazy idea and put it in a blender One minute people are laughing at the absurdity of a universe where people eat hot dogs on their fingers, the next minute they are crying at the quiet, heartbreaking conversation between a mother and daughter
The way the film tackles the concept of the multiverse is also incredibly cool and funny It is not just a fun gimmick, but is used to explore some really deep questions about life Would you be happier in another life? But the film doesn't go over your head At the heart of all the madness is a simple, accessible story about family and love
Critics agree, given that the film received 93% from over 400 sample reviews on Rotten Tomatoes (with a high score of 77% from audiences); Ben Travis of Empire magazine says: “Technical panache, wild inventiveness, touching pure pyrotechnic display of storytelling, comedic genius, action mastery, and outstanding acting
Meanwhile, Movie Mom's Nell Minow says: “A dazzling kaleidoscopic adventure that is genuinely thrilling and often hilarious, with sensational martial arts battles in an array of constantly surprising settings and a roller coaster of unexpected twists that never gets old after multiple viewings”
Don't miss your chance to experience this mind-bending, heartwarming adventure while it's still available on Netflix, which won seven Academy Awards at the 95th Academy Awards in 2023, including three out of four for Best Picture, Best Director and Best Performance
So whether you're looking for a thrilling ride through the multiverse or a story that resonates in the most chaotic of ways, “Everything Everywhere All at Once” has it all But don't wait too long, because it leaves the streamer next week on August 22 That means we have less than 10 days to watch it
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