Rosa Salazar, Christoph Waltz, Jennifer Connelly, Mahershala Ali, Ed Skrein
2019-01-31
When Alita awakens with no memory of who she is in a future world she does not recognize, she is taken in by Ido, a compassionate doctor who realizes that somewhere in this abandoned cyborg shell is the heart and soul of a young woman with an extraordinary past.
Alita: Battle Angel is a cyberpunk odyssey that thrives on its intricate world-building and jaw-dropping visual effects. The movie captures the gritty, neon-drenched essence of the genre while weaving a poignant narrative about identity and humanity. Rosa Salazar's performance as Alita is both compelling and nuanced, embodying the character's journey with grace and strength. The film's use of color and its dynamic action sequences create an immersive experience that feels both timeless and forward-thinking. While the plot may tread familiar ground, the execution is anything but conventional, making it a worthy addition to any speculative fiction aficionado's library.
