Another Earth

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First time viewed: Yes
Current Release: Yes
Watched With: Myself

Strange that around the same time, two films that are predominantly dramas but that also feature the sudden appearance of a planet visible in earths atmosphere came out in close succession. Unlike Melancholia the other earth in this film poses no immediate threat. But they are both just giant looming metaphors.

So apart from the intriguing notion of a mirror earth appearing in the sky this one is a very straight forward relationship drama that goes through all the usual character and story beats.

It was nice to see William Mapother get a larger role in a feature. Brit Marling is ok too. It's obviously an extremely low budget feature but it's pretty well put together.

The ending left a lot to be desired though.