Robert Pattinson and Bong Joon-ho's Sci-Fi Film 'Mickey 17' Set for March Release
The highly anticipated movie blends anime-inspired performances with a futuristic narrative about clones in peril.
Overview
- Directed by Bong Joon-ho, 'Mickey 17' is the filmmaker's first project since his Oscar-winning film 'Parasite.'
- Robert Pattinson stars as Mickey Barnes, a clone who faces life-threatening scenarios for a corporate mission in a sci-fi setting.
- Pattinson drew inspiration from anime for his portrayal, particularly in expressing rapid mood shifts and dramatic emotional changes.
- The film features a star-studded cast, including Naomi Ackie, Steven Yeun, Toni Collette, and Mark Ruffalo.
- 'Mickey 17,' based on Edward Ashton’s novel 'Mickey 7,' will premiere in South Korea on February 28 and in the U.S. on March 7, 2025.