Ridley Scott's The Dog Stars fails to match his classic films
Scott's adaptation of Peter Heller's 2012 novel follows post-pandemic survivors. But it kills off its female lead early. It does this only to traumatize the protagonist. This is a storytelling trope called fridging.
Why it mattersFans of Scott's early work like Alien and Blade Runner may want to know if his new film lives up to his legacy. They should find out before spending money.
AustraliaThe film is available to Australian audiences, but this harsh review suggests it will disappoint fans expecting the craftmanship of Alien or Blade Runner.
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