Metropolitan Animals

About This Movie

So, 'Metropolitan Animals' is this quirky little comedy from 1988 that plays with the idea of evolution, or maybe devolution? Set in a dystopian 2030 where humanity has gone full ape, it’s a wild ride. The framing device with the scientist showing a 20th-century film adds a layer of surrealism that makes you think about societal regression in a really odd way. The tone is light but there's this underlying dark humor that creeps in. The practical effects are pretty interesting too, not super polished, but they lend a certain charm. Performances are unrefined, but the cast seems to have embraced the absurdity of it all. Definitely distinctive, not something you'd easily forget once you see it.

Dystopian themes with a comedic twistInteresting practical effectsSurreal framing device adds depth