The film adaptation of Kazuo Ishiguro’s novel, directed by Taika Waititi and starring Jenna Ortega, premiered at the BFI London Film Festival on October 15 before its wide theatrical release on October 23. Early critic screenings produced sharply negative reactions that have held steady, with the Tomatometer settling in the mid-20s percent range from roughly 60-70 reviews. The consensus highlights a tonal mismatch, noting that the movie flattens the source material’s nuance into a broad, cloying tone that undercuts its emotional core. Sony reduced its screen count ahead of opening weekend amid the backlash, and the modest $20 million budget has not shielded the project from commercial disappointment. With the score now based on a substantial review sample, further movement will likely come only from additional late reviews rather than major shifts in consensus.