Is The Laws of the Universe: The Age of Reimei Worth Watching? Honest Movie Review & Audience Verdict (2018)

📖 The Core Premise

With the release of The Laws of the Universe: The Age of Reimei (2018), audiences are invited back into the world of Animation, Action, Adventure. 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. "University students, Ray, Anna, Tyler, Halle, and Eisuke are enjoying college life and pursuing their dreams, but in reality, They have a secret mission, to fight against invading Reptilians from outer space. One day, Ray travels back in time to 330 million years ago on Earth, to find his missing friend Tyler who has fallen into a trap set by the evil alien, Dahar. During that time, Alpha, the God of the Earth, was planning to create a new civilization on Earth and invited Queen Zamza and her fellow Reptilian from the planet Zeta, to Earth. What is the intention of Dahar? What will happen to Ray and Tyler? And what is “the plan of the God of the Earth"?"

🎬 Performance & Direction

A movie's success often hinges on its execution. In The Laws of the Universe: The Age of Reimei, Asami Seto delivers a serviceable performance that keeps the narrative moving. The direction aims to balance pacing with character development, a hallmark of good Animation. While there are moments of brilliance, the pacing occasionally dips.

🤔 Why You Should Watch (or Skip)

Is The Laws of the Universe: The Age of Reimei worth your time? If you appreciate Animation, Action, Adventure 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.

🏆 Final Verdict

Ultimately, The Laws of the Universe: The Age of Reimei is a mixed bag with some redeeming qualities. With a runtime of 119 minutes, it asks for a significant time investment, but for the right audience, it pays off.

Our recommendation: Watch on OTT.