Is The Door Worth Watching? Honest Movie Review & Audience Verdict (2017)
With the help of a magic key, Cheng Tianle, who is facing a mid-age crisis and suffering the pain of infertility of his wife, opens a door to another world to become a billionaire ...
โจ The Quick Verdict
If you are a fan of Romance, Fantasy, Comedy cinema, then The Door offers a standard experience that justifies its existence in the 2017 landscape.
๐ฅ Target Audience
๐ Detailed Analysis
๐ The Core Premise
The Door returns to the screen in 2017, bringing a fresh narrative to the Romance, Fantasy, Comedy genre. At its heart, the film explores complex themes wrapped in a compelling storyline. As the plot unfolds, we see characters navigating a world where stakes are high. "With the help of a magic key, Cheng Tianle, who is facing a mid-age crisis and suffering the pain of infertility of his wife, opens a door to another world to become a billionaire who lives in the world of wine and women and marries his high school dream girl. However, not before long, Cheng gets tired of travelling between the two worlds and gradually becomes lost in the world of his own desire."
๐ฌ Performance & Direction
A movie's success often hinges on its execution. Unfortunately, Jiang Wu feels underutilized in a role that lacks depth. The direction aims to balance pacing with character development, a hallmark of good Romance. While there are moments of brilliance, the pacing occasionally dips.
๐ค Why You Should Watch (or Skip)
Is The Door worth your time? If you appreciate Romance, Fantasy, Comedy films that take risks, this is likely a decent one-time watch. However, if you are looking for a flawless masterpiece, you might find some plot points predictable.
๐ Final Verdict
Ultimately, The Door misses the mark on several fronts.
With a runtime of 104 minutes, it asks for a significant time investment, but for the right audience, it pays off.
Our recommendation: Skip It.
โณ Time Investment
At approximately 1.7 hours, the film requires a standard time commitment.