Mickey 17 feels like a movie that wants to say something deep but never really gets there. Bong Joon-ho brings up interesting themes like identity and colonization, but the film only scratches the surface. It introduces big ideas but never fully explores them, leaving a sense of missed potential.
Visually, the movie looks great, and the rhythm keeps things entertaining. Robert Pattinson delivers one of his best performances, carrying much of the film with his presence. But beyond that, there’s…