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Korea · 2021
2h 16m
Director Jo Sung-hee
Starring Song Joong-ki, Kim Tae-ri, Yoo Hae-jin, Jin Sun-kyu
Genre Drama, Fantasy, Science Fiction
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In the year 2092, the misfit crew of a space junk collector ship called The Victory discover a humanoid robot named Dorothy. However, during their attempted trade of the wide-eyed humanoid, the crew uncovers explosive secrets that threatens to put their business deal at risk.
Imagining space as an extension of earthly capitalism certainly isn’t new, but at least Space Sweepers’ cast has the collective charm to make the material feel like fresh, worthwhile viewing among the increasing detritus of streaming content
It’s not a perfect movie, nor a particularly innovative one, but the science-fiction adventure—touted as the first Korean space blockbuster—is certainly fun, with colorful performances and impressive CGI, and a worthy substitute for a new Star Wars or Marvel movie.
Shoot outs, wisecracks, narrow escapes and brutal, bloodied captures, a big BOOM that might be coming and Raybans that might never come off. It’s oh-so-pretty to look at. But talk about empty calories.
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