“Ad Vitam” is Netflix’s latest release, which began streaming just over one week ago on January 10th. It’s already climbed its way to Netflix’s top ten movies and even held a number one spot for a day beating titles such as “Squid Game” or “The Breakthrough.”
“Ad Vitam” is a unique addition to Netflix’s roster of movies. It’s deemed a Thriller/Mystery movie and was originally shot in France by Rodolphe Lauga. One of the few criticisms I’d make of the movie is that since it was originally shot in French, the entire movie is dubbed, meaning the movement of the characters’ lips does not match up with the voice over, so at times this can be distracting. However, I personally found that “Ad Vitam” is so compelling that it really doesn’t take away from the overall experience of the movie.
“Ad Vitam” begins by introducing viewers to your average couple, Lèo and Franck, who are expecting their first baby. The movie then cuts to Lèo and Franck’s apartment, which has been utterly destroyed by intruders. However, not a single item was taken. Lèo finds this to be very strange and begins to inquire as to why this happened. Franck, who appears to know something we don’t, denies Lèo’s worries and tries to move on from the subject entirely. That night, they’re both kidnapped by the intruders and from there on out “Ad Vitam” takes you on a wild ride through Franck’s past, all the way up into the present, where you learn the hows and whys behind these seemingly odd circumstances.
All in all, I found “Ad Vitam” to be a great movie. I don’t typically watch thrillers, but this one kept me on my toes the entire movie. The special effects, acting, and stunts were done perfectly. The age rating is TV-MA, which I’d keep in mind when choosing who to watch with, but if you can make the time, I’d definitely consider watching this movie.
