Film festivals may only be attended by a handful of people, but they can have massive effects on cinema as a whole. Festival reactions can make or break a film, and the word of mouth after a successful screening can do more for a reputation than even the most expensive marketing campaigns. But even more interesting than the movie that sparks universal acclaim is the movie that divides critics, leaving it to the viewer to decide which stance to take.
Back in May, Hope, a Korean sci-fi monster movie from Na Hong-jin, garnered comparisons to hugely influential films like Alien and Predator, while other critics were turned off by shoddy CGI. Thankfully, the first full trailer for the film allows viewers to judge for themselves, and it looks a lot more realistic than the early reviews would have you believe. Check out the trailer below:
