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Thoughts on Companion??? Reminded me of Ex Machina!
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Feb 18, 2025

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Flawed, had moments. After seeing it, I think it’s almost impossible for a sci-fi movie to consistently make sense!
Feb 19, 2025
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bee1000 it was fun though, wasn’t it?? Flawed totally, but weirdly cathartic. I’m enjoying all the woman-forward-body-horror we’re getting lately. The Substance, Nosferatu, now Companion. We’re living in a very intense moment and sometimes it’s exciting to see a solid revenge narrative on the big screen.
Feb 19, 2025
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salad_valet It was fun, yes! I wasn’t bored :)
Feb 19, 2025

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