'Opus,' starring Ayo Edebiri and John Malkovich, premiered at Sundance to mixed reviews. The film follows a group of journalists invited to a luxurious getaway by a washed-up rock star to preview his long-awaited album. Although the premise suggests an intriguing exploration of the music industry's dark side, the execution falters, delivering a muddled narrative that lacks depth. Directed by Mark Anthony Green, it struggles to innovate and instead parallels previous, more successful cinematic works. Critics note Edebiri's strong performance is overshadowed by an ultimately tiresome and indulgent script that fails to satisfy expectations.
Ayo Edebiri stars in 'Opus,' a muddled semi-satire that fails to deliver a compelling narrative despite a promising premise.
The film, directed by Mark Anthony Green, tries to explore the dark underbelly of the music industry but ends up being surface-level and tiresome.
While 'Opus' shows initial promise with its setup around eccentric characters, it ultimately falls short, leaving audiences feeling punished rather than entertained.
Despite top-notch talent like Malkovich and Edebiri, the execution of 'Opus' lacks substance, resulting in disappointment at its Sundance premiere.
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