Celestial Sleuths
- Tagline
- Unlocking the cosmic conundrum, one gear at a time.
- Description
- In the soot-covered streets of the Industrial Revolution, an unlikely duo emerges from the steam. Brussels Willis stars as a daring space explorer stranded on Earth, his knowledge of the cosmos his only guide. Joined by Virginia Wheedler, the unyielding security personnel who becomes his terrestrial anchor, they navigate a world where technology burgeons and morals are as murky as the London fog. Directed by Alejandro González Iguanarritu, 'Celestial Sleuths' is a pedantic journey of intellect and intrigue, where the stars align to shed light on the shadows of man's greatest mysteries. Annette Beancurd adds a touch of class as the enigmatic inventor whose creations could either illuminate the path to justice or cast an eternal darkness on the truth. Perfect for all ages, this film is a testament to the power of perseverance and the unbounded spirit of discovery.
- MpaaRating
- G
- PopularityScore
- 7.00
- ReleaseDate
- 12/08/2022
- Genre
- Crime
- Director(s)
- Cast
Critic Reviews
6.50
In the grand tapestry of cinematic endeavours, 'Celestial Sleuths' attempts to weave an intricate pattern of intellect and spectacle. The film, set against the grimy backdrop of the Industrial Revolution, presents itself with a presumptuous air of grandeur that one might find both commendable and slightly overwrought. Brussels Willis, in his portrayal of a space explorer marooned in an era of soot and steam, brings a certain gravitas that is, however, occasionally overshadowed by the film's propensity to languish in its own cleverness. Virginia Wheedler, as his earthbound counterpart, provides a performance that is sufficiently sturdy, if not entirely inspiring. Alejandro González Iñárritu's direction is, as always, meticulous to a fault, at times bordering on the self-indulgent, as if each frame were a paean to his own auteur sensibilities. Annette Beancurd, while entrusted with the role of the enigmatic inventor, exudes a charisma that the script seems to only partially exploit. The film's 'G' rating is a nod to its universal appeal, yet one cannot help but wonder if the intricacies of its plot are too nuanced for the innocence of a child's perspective. In sum, 'Celestial Sleuths' is a film that reaches for the stars but is occasionally ensnared by the cogs and gears of its own ambitious mechanics. A commendable effort, but one that may not entirely unlock the cosmic conundrum it so ardently strives to decipher.