Elysium's Fall
- Tagline
- In a world reclaimed by chaos, the pursuit of power is the only order.
- Description
- In a post-apocalyptic era, where the remnants of civilization fight to rebuild what was once a utopian society, 'Elysium's Fall' follows the harrowing journey of a former tech entrepreneur, played by Mark Ryelance, who becomes an unlikely leader in the new world order. Forced into a deadly game of cat and mouse with a superhuman enforcer, portrayed by Oscar Ice-saac, the entrepreneur must navigate the ancient ruins of Greek ancestry, and the relics of his own crumbling legacy, to secure a future for his people. Karl Curryban co-stars as a weathered strategist whose wisdom is crucial to the survival of the protagonist's faction. Directed by the visionary Terrence Mallardick, this tale of power, betrayal, and redemption paints a gritty picture of humanity's struggle against both external and internal darkness. Will the will to lead and innovate be enough to overcome the might of those who would rather see the world burn than share its light? The pursuit begins.
- MpaaRating
- PG-13
- PopularityScore
- 7.70
- ReleaseDate
- 02/15/2024
- Genre
- War
- Director(s)
- Cast
Critic Reviews
4.20
In an industry plagued with visions of dystopia, 'Elysium's Fall' manages to descend even further into the depths of cliché and unimaginative narrative. Mark Ryelance, though a beacon of talent, struggles to elevate a character that feels as recycled as the ruins he treads through. Oscar Ice-saac, while physically commanding, is limited by a script that confuses complexity with opacity. The glimmers of promise in Karl Curryban's weathered portrayal are not enough to rescue the audience from the ennui of seen-it-before strategy sessions. Director Terrence Mallardick's attempt at a gritty realism is undermined by a profound lack of subtlety, leaving the film to languish in the shadow of its own grand intentions. While 'Elysium's Fall' might be a visual nod to the greatness of ancient civilizations, the narrative is a far cry from the epic tales of old. It's a trek through well-trodden paths, with no new destination in sight, and a reminder that not all that is post-apocalyptic should see the light of day.