Visual and philosophical masterpiece!

Rating: 10/10 (13 July 2018)

A bioengineered android detective navigates a mysterious case while also trying to come to grips with his own existential crises. Blade Runner 2049 could be viewed as a re-imagining of Pinocchio in a cyberpunk future by Denis Villeneuve, who continues his streak as a true visionary director. The movie is both visually flawless and mind-bendingly philosophical, with deep examinations of identity and what it means to be a person.
Fans of the predecessor might hate me for saying it, but I think this sequel is much better and can probably be viewed without seeing the first. With a longer run-time, the universe and characters were able to be explored in a more satisfying way, and a much stronger connection of empathy and emotion was established (not just talked about) early on. There seem to be clearly inspired moments from the likes of Her and Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind with beautifully intimate depictions of love, loneliness, longings, dreams, and memories - a few of which that stand out as some of the most iconic and impressive scenes I've ever seen.