Utopia’s Fall
- Tagline
- In space, no one can hear you laugh.
- Description
- In an era where interstellar utopias are the norm, a disgraced astronaut, Hummus Cronyn, and a fallen sports hero, Matt Bok Choy, are given one last chance for redemption. The catch? They must venture to a world where their utopian beliefs are put to the ultimate test. Directed by the visionary Ingmar Birdman, 'Utopia’s Fall' is a comedic journey through space where pessimism is the law of the land, and laughter is the only path to forgiveness. With Eggnest Moorhen rounding out the trio as the voice of reason, or lack thereof, our heroes confront their pasts in the most unlikely of places. But as they say in this fantastical realm: It's easier to score a goal or navigate the stars than to find true forgiveness—especially when you can't stop cracking jokes at the darkest of times.
- MpaaRating
- R
- PopularityScore
- 8.20
- ReleaseDate
- 03/07/2024
- Genre
- Comedy
- Director(s)
- Cast
Critic Reviews
3.80
With a title as promising as 'Utopia’s Fall' one might expect a film that delivers a sprawling narrative woven within the rich tapestry of space. Yet, what we have instead is a muddled comedic endeavor, a satellite in a decaying orbit around the planet of potential. Despite the creative promise of director Ingmar Birdman, known for his cerebral touch, the film fails to launch on all cylinders. The screenplay, akin to a black hole, is dense with attempts at humor that end up sucking the life out of any genuine wit. Our leads, Hummus Cronyn and Matt Bok Choy, are two peas in a pod of dismal character development, their banter as empty as the vacuum of space itself. The film's R rating seems a desperate gasp for gravitational relevance, an attempt to pull audiences in with the edgy allure of adult humor that ultimately floats aimlessly in a void of comedic entropy. Moreover, the film's idea of using laughter as a vehicle for forgiveness across the cosmos devolves into a cacophony of forced guffaws and existential eyerolls. Eggnest Moorhen's voice does little to stabilize the erratic orbit of this failing star of a movie. The tagline suggests silence in space, but a silent theater might be the more unfortunate reality for this star-crossed production.