Mutant Chronicles

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"Welcome to the 23rd century. The new dark ages."
  • R
  • 2008
  • 5.2  (27,259)

In the year 2707, the Earth's resources have run out, and humanity has established its civilization on the planet's surface. However, an ancient machine buried deep beneath the earth suddenly comes to life, and the result is devastating. The machine, which is said to have been built by an alien race, begins to turn humans into mutant warriors, programmed to destroy every living being on the planet's surface. The mutants start spreading like wildfire, and in no time, the planet's population is under siege.

In the midst of this chaos, Brother Samuel (Ron Perlman) of the Brotherhood, a holy order, receives a vision of the machine's origins and its purpose. He believes that the machine was built to consume the very life force of the planet and that the only way to stop it is by finding and destroying the machine's source of power – the NecroMorph. To do this, Brother Samuel and his team, including Major Mitch Hunter (Thomas Jane), must journey deep into the earth's caverns, where they will encounter not only the mutants but also ancient monsters that have been awakened by the machine's activation.

The team is joined by soldiers, including Captain John McGuire (Sean Pertwee), and scientist Dr. Karen Lane (Devon Aoki), who is determined to study the machine and find a scientific solution to stop it. The journey takes the team through many life-threatening situations, and they realize that their survival relies on each other.

With its steampunk aesthetic and epic-scale battles, Mutant Chronicles is a visually stunning film that combines elements of sci-fi, fantasy, and horror. The film boasts impressive production design and visual effects, bringing to life a world that is both familiar and alien. Despite being set in a post-apocalyptic world, the movie showcases advanced technology and weapons, such as steam-driven tanks, and futuristic weapons that give it a unique look and feel in the sci-fi genre.

The film's casting is also noteworthy, with the likes of Ron Perlman, Thomas Jane, and Devon Aoki leading the ensemble cast. Perlman stands out with his portrayal of Brother Samuel, a character that is both charismatic and tragic. He embodies the role of a man who is willing to do whatever it takes to save humanity, even if it means sacrificing his own life.

Jane, on the other hand, portrays Major Mitch Hunter as a soldier with a troubled past, who is burdened by guilt and haunted by his own demons. He is a complex character who undergoes a transformation, and his journey is the heart of the film.

Devon Aoki portrays Dr. Karen Lane, a brilliant scientist who is determined to find a scientific solution to the crisis. Her performance is both strong and vulnerable, and she brings humanity to a character who could have easily been one-dimensional.

The film's action sequences are pulse-pounding, with high-intensity battles that keep the audience on the edge of their seats. The fight scenes showcase a well-choreographed mix of practical and digital effects, and the film's fast pacing ensures that the audience is never bored.

Overall, Mutant Chronicles is a thrilling and visually stunning film that is sure to please genre fans. The movie doesn't shy away from the darker aspects of its story, and its layered characters and stunning action sequences make it an enjoyable ride from start to finish. Its unique blend of sci-fi, fantasy, and horror make it a standout film in the genre.

Mutant Chronicles is a 2008 action movie. It has received moderate reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 5.2.

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  • Release Date
    2008
  • MPAA Rating
    R
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    5.2  (27,259)
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