Orion and the Dark
(2024)
Overview
A boy with an active imagination faces his fears on an unforgettable journey through the night with his new friend: a giant, smiling creature named Dark.
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Where to watch
Netflix
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Reviews
Chris Sawin
⭐ 4/10January 30, 2024
The most significant setback that _Orion and the Dark_ has is that it suffers from being a Netflix film. The humor falls flat and, while there is some creativity, the film reminds you of other cinematic endeavors it borrows from. It doesn’t help that the animation is bland. Some scenes in the film look unfinished because of a lack of natural shadows or depth in the human characters. _Orion and the Dark_ will likely be dumped onto the platform and… read the rest.
Manuel São Bento
⭐ 7/10February 5, 2024
FULL SPOILER-FREE REVIEW @ https://fandomwire.com/orion-and-the-dark-review-a-story-about-accepting-our-fears/
"Orion and the Dark preserves the essence and messages of the original tale about understanding and accepting our fears as something that characterizes us as human beings.
Charlie Kaufman expands the story with narrative complexities that, aside from unnecessarily confusing structural details, thematically enrich the overall film. …
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Hossein
⭐ 8/10August 9, 2024
While I wouldn't say this animation is as good as other works of Charlie Kaufman, or anything exceptional (even when you consider that its audience is children) it certainly was a joy to watch this movie. And I also got to appreciate the dark a little bit more after watching it.
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⭐ 5/10September 8, 2024
I recommend this movie for a fun and enjoyable watch, as it has a cute and engaging storyline. While the characters may not be very memorable, the film still offers a good time.
There are instances where the movie could benefit from less dialogue and more adventure, perhaps cutting down on certain cartoonish elements. This adjustment could enhance the overall experience and make it more captivating for the audience.
It's a great movie for k…
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Status
Released
Original Language
EN
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