“65” is not a bad movie. There, I said it. Controversial? Maybe. But I stand by it. And since it’s leaving Netflix on January 7, 2025, I feel compelled to shed some light on this underrated sci-fi thriller.
Now, I understand where most of the criticism comes from. “65” isn’t some grand sci-fi epic that will leave you speechless, nor does it really stand out in the genre. In fact, it’s only got 36% on Rotten Tomatoes (the audience score is slightly kinder at 64%). But I watched it for the first time on Netflix the other day and actually had a good time. I went in blind, which meant avoiding the reviews and the trailer so there were no preconceived notions at play.
Again, this is just my opinion. When “65” dropped in March 2023, it was branded as “wasted potential” and a
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