The “Upgrade” movie is a body horror science fiction story that offers a unique and intense viewing experience. This action-packed movie combines elements of sci-fi and horror, delivering a bloody and gore-filled ride that will leave an impact.
The story revolves around STEM, an experimental implant with the potential to assist those in need.
Grey, a protagonist seeking revenge, decides to undergo the procedure and have the chip inserted into his brain. Little does he know that this decision will change his life forever, as his vengeful dreams suddenly become a frightening reality.
Upgrade is a violent and adrenaline-pumping film that plays to its strengths. As you witness Technology and the human body intertwine in unexpected ways and there are plenty of visceral examples of over-the-top bloody battles as Grey unleashes his potential.
On-screen visuals are intense during action sequences, and thought-provoking themes make “Upgrade” a must-watch for fans of the genre.
Is Upgrade a Scary Movie?
Upgrade defies the traditional boundaries of genre. While it may not fit neatly into the horror category, it certainly delivers a thrilling and intense viewing experience. This high-octane action-packed movie explores futuristic science fiction themes that flit through topics like restitution, revenge and technology within mobility.
Grey finds the consequences of the implanted chip in his brain and what it enables him to do difficult to confront. The narrative raises thought-provoking moral questions about the use of advanced technology.
Although not a typical “scary movie,” the title showcases a level of brutality that can shock and disgust.
Upgrade Movie Review
Upgrade is indeed a film that exceeded expectations despite various negative responses from audiences during release.
But I recommend it based on Its intense action sequences, combined with a thought-provoking plot, which makes it an easy but intense ride for anyone who enjoys adrenaline-pumping movies.
The great thing about how this movie is put together is it uses tired and well-trodden technology-driven themes and amps it up to 11. This title has amazing cinematography, beautifully dark and dingy futuristic scenery, and a plot that is both interesting and not overly complicated to follow.
Additionally, it will leave gore-hounds satiated too with its in-your-face mashing smashing, and stabbing. This is my absolute favorite combination — action, and horror and I enjoyed every second of this.
Performances in the Upgrade movie were super-soft but only added to the overall feel of quiet contemplation during chaos.
It’s like taking some lemon when something is overly sticky. The characters take a back seat allowing you to concentrate on everything else. Upgrade is plenty sticky too, the characters are a mixture of evil with sci-fi dripping goodness and of course a vessel for revenge, with Grey.
Was Upgrade a Good Movie?
Occasionally, I’ve seen this movie referenced as being similar to an extended “Black Mirror” episode. You would just have to insert a good dash of over-the-top violence into one of them to get to where this does. It was irrelevant that I predicted the ending of Upgrade because it was 100 minutes of a damn good time.
Utilizing such a low budget and creating something like this is just one of the many positives of releasing a movie like this. And by low, I mean this was made with only a $3 million budget. Infinite Summer has transhumanism ideas in its narrative too, watch that next.
In any event, see it when you can.
I give Upgrade
5 Logan Marshall-Green just looks like Tom Hardy but isn’t out of 5
What Year is Upgrade Set in?
The Upgrade movie is set in the year 2046. We know this because;
- Grey read the report from his wife’s death and on the autopsy, his wife is born in 2008.
- Melanie (his wife) is 38 when she was murdered. Do the math, but that means the movie is set in 2016
Where to Watch Upgrade, 2018
Upgrade is streaming on AppleTV in most countries but for more ways to watch this impressive low-budget film, check JustWatch.com which is my go-to app for finding where films are streaming.
- Director and writer: Leigh Whannell,
- Upgrade film Cast: Logan Marshall-Green (The Invitation 2015), Richard Anastasios (Killer Elite 2011), Rosco Campbell (Thor: Ragnarok 2017), Richard Cawthorne (Wolf Creek 2016), and, Benedict Hardie (Hacksaw Ridge 2016,)
- Upgrade Movie Release Date: First premiered at the South By Southwest Film Festival in March 2018. Released in June 2018 (USA & Australia.)
- An Upgrade TV series has been announced and is said to widen the universe created here in the film.
Film Trailer (Redband)
Upgrade 2018 Movie, You'll Violently Love It - Mother of Movies
Director: Leigh Whannell
Date Created: 2018-06-11 18:56
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