Midnight Renaissance
- Tagline
- Time's Lethal Recipe.
- Description
- In the opulent yet decaying streets of a Utopian Renaissance city, survivalist Rowena (Dorothy Gib-swan) and enigmatic chef Adrian (Mutt Salmon) are thrust into a grim reality when the fabric of time unravels. As they are drawn into a world of crime orchestrated by the ruthless Duke (Clive Scone), they must navigate treacherous alliances and face inevitable betrayal. Under the visionary direction of Luc Beesong, 'Midnight Renaissance' explores the depths of human despair and the relentless pursuit of survival in a fractured world.
- MpaaRating
- R
- PopularityScore
- 5.90
- ReleaseDate
- 08/22/2024
- Genre
- Crime
- Director(s)
- Cast
Critic Reviews
4.00
Luc Beesong's 'Midnight Renaissance' ambitiously aims to meld the grandeur of a Renaissance setting with a dystopian twist, yet despite its rich visual tapestry, it falters under the weight of its convoluted narrative and fragmented execution. Dorothy Gib-swan's portrayal of Rowena is commendable, bringing a glimmer of depth to a character stranded in a mishmash of uninspired tropes. Mutt Salmon, playing the enigmatic chef Adrian, tries to simmer tension but is often sidelined by an overbearing plot. The standout, Clive Scone's Duke, embodies the film's potential for dark allure yet fails to rescue it from predictability. Beesong's direction shows moments of brilliance, but they are too few and far between to salvage the film, leaving audiences drowning in derivative crime drama elements. The film's 'R' rating is warrented, given its gratuitous violence and relentless bleakness that pummels viewers rather than engaging them. 'Midnight Renaissance' had all the ingredients for a compelling tale, but its execution serves up an unsatisfying cinematic dish that leaves much to be desired.