For a movie that’s mainly about algorithms and the havoc they wreak on society, the French dystopian thriller Dog 51 doesn’t appear conscious of the fact that it was made by an algorithm as well. Or at least that’s what it seems like.

Dog 51, with its star-studded French cast, is a film with clear derivative elements that may feel familiar in much of its narrative, and which, before its effective conclusion, dwells too much on physical combat. [Full review in Spanish]

Even the threat of artificial intelligence, which should be the unsettling heart of the story, loses its impact, portrayed with the same soullessness as the AI ​​itself.[Full review in Spanish]

The result is a frustrating mix of disparate styles and tones that never connect in a meaningful way. There's a lot to admire in Dog 51, but not as much to like.