The Soul

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The Soul

2021

2h 5m

Sci-Fi

Crime

Mystery & Thriller

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While investigating the death of a businessman, a prosecutor and his wife uncover occult secrets as they face their own life-and-death dilemma.

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Charles Hartford

But Why Tho? A Geek Community

The Soul delivers a story that, while a little long in the tooth, manages to deliver an ending that brings all of its elements together in a way that makes every preceding scene meaningful.

Rated: 8/10

Jan 16, 2023

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JK Sooja

Common Sense Media

This film is close to being great, with slick production, strong acting, and intricate plot.

Rated: 3/5

Apr 28, 2021

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John Serba

Decider

It's the work of a filmmaker with vision.

Apr 16, 2021

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Daniel Hart

Ready Steady Cut

The Soul is so immersed in its own tragic tale that for the viewer, it does not feel like a two-hour experience.

Rated: 4/5

Apr 14, 2021

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Luis M. D

This is really a good movie. Its tone is dark, suspenseful, with elements of both a neo-noir thriller and a touching, thought-provoking melodrama. The whodunnit mystery is doubtlessly well constructed. Not everything is perfect though. The central premise–that RNA technology could be used to transfer the soul and past experiences from one person to another–doesn't seem plausible at all. Nonetheless, one may still praise the brilliant performances, effective narrative and the magnificent sci-fi cinematography. The ending is certainly intriguing and open to interpretation. Watching this Taiwanese movie is definitely a rewarding experience.

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

01/11/24

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Glenn S

Great movie. Very thought provoking. A little faggy at the end but I guess it was in the story. Amazing work. Makes the shit produced by holewood look and smell like the garbage it is,

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

09/22/23

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Audience Member

Surprisingly good and very interesting. Bending everything that you might think the movie is all about.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

02/23/23

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Audience Member

The film is almost a gem since the original plot and modified script are so rich; casting is in place, and the cast's performance draws the spectator into the story. Scene design, art, photography, editing, and original sound all deserve Golden Horse nominations since they provide complete immersion. Although the transition from fantasy to science fiction is a little stiff, the overall fault is not obscured, and the surprise is felt.

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

02/26/23

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Audience Member

Excellent poignant such a great movie. Deeply touching and a good mystery. Genre is partially science fiction as it takes place in the future.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

01/17/23

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Audience Member

Very original and compelling movie, with a particularly good acting. It fits to patient and attentive viewers. Yet maybe it is not the kind of movie that people who look for entertainment will enjoy.

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

02/24/23

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Synopsis

While investigating the death of a businessman, a prosecutor and his wife uncover occult secrets as they face their own life-and-death dilemma.

Director: Wei-hao Cheng
Screenwriter: Wei-hao Cheng
Genre: Sci-Fi, Crime, Mystery & Thriller
Original Language: Chinese
Release Date (Streaming): Apr 14, 2021
Runtime: 2h 5m

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