{"id":2175426,"date":"2025-11-24T19:43:22","date_gmt":"2025-11-24T19:43:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/?p=2175426"},"modified":"2025-11-24T19:43:22","modified_gmt":"2025-11-24T19:43:22","slug":"jason-momoa-keanu-reeves-and-jim-carrey-teamed-up-for-a-sci-fi-thriller-on-netflix","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/jason-momoa-keanu-reeves-and-jim-carrey-teamed-up-for-a-sci-fi-thriller-on-netflix\/","title":{"rendered":"Jason Momoa, Keanu Reeves And Jim Carrey Teamed Up For A Sci-Fi Thriller On Netflix"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><\/p>\n<div data-article-body=\"true\">\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">If dystopian cinema is your favorite kind of movie, then you need to put <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.netflix.com\/title\/80099204?preventIntent=true&amp;source=35\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:The Bad Batch;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \"><em>The Bad Batch<\/em><\/a> on your Netflix watch list. This 2016 <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"link \" href=\"https:\/\/www.giantfreakinrobot.com\/category\/ent\/scifi\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:sci-fi;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\">sci-fi<\/a> thriller will keep you on the edge of your seat as you watch Suki Waterhouse fend for her life while some of Hollywood\u2019s biggest A-listers make special appearances. Starring Jason Momoa, Keanu Reeves, and Jim Carrey, <em>The Bad Batch<\/em> will take you on a mind-bending journey through a desert wasteland where survival becomes a primal instinct.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">The movie\u2019s premise centers around Arlen, portrayed by Suki Waterhouse, a young woman banished to a barren desert beyond Texas. This desolate land serves as a dumping ground for society\u2019s undesirables, also called \u201cthe bad batch.\u201d American laws and citizenship no longer apply here, where anarchy and cannibalism reign supreme.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"relative mb-4\">\n<div class=\"relative\"><button aria-label=\"View larger image\" class=\"group absolute bottom-3 right-3 size-10 md:size-[50px] lg:inset-0 lg:size-full lg:bg-transparent\" data-ylk=\"elm:expand;itc:1;sec:image-lightbox;slk:lightbox-open;\"><span class=\"absolute bottom-0 right-0 rounded-full bg-white p-3 opacity-100 shadow-elevation-3 transition-opacity duration-300 group-hover:block group-hover:opacity-100 md:p-[17px] lg:bottom-6 lg:right-6 lg:bg-white\/90 lg:p-5 lg:opacity-0 lg:shadow-none\"><svg viewbox=\"0 0 22 22\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"size-4 lg:size-6\" width=\"22\" height=\"22\"><path d=\"M12.372.92c0-.506.41-.916.915-.916L21 0l-.004 7.712a.917.917 0 0 1-1.832 0V3.183l-6.827 6.828-1.349-1.348 6.828-6.828h-4.529a.915.915 0 0 1-.915-.915M1.835 17.816l6.828-6.828 1.349 1.349-6.829 6.827h4.529a.915.915 0 0 1 0 1.831L0 21l.004-7.713a.916.916 0 0 1 1.831 0z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/button><dialog aria-label=\"Modal Dialog\" aria-modal=\"true\" class=\"fixed inset-0 z-4 size-full max-h-none max-w-none bg-white hidden\"\/><\/div><figcaption class=\"relative text-sm mt-1 pr-2.5\"\/><\/figure>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">Arlen\u2019s harrowing journey in <em>The Bad Batch<\/em> begins when she\u2019s captured by a group of cannibals and narrowly escapes their clutches, though she loses her arm and leg in the process. Next, her path leads her to Comfort, an eccentric settlement led by a charismatic figure played by Keanu Reeves. However, survival in this unforgiving terrain comes at a price, and Arlen finds herself entangled in a web of moral ambiguity, alliances, and unexpected connections.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\"><em>The Bad Batch<\/em> boasts an ensemble cast from some of Hollywood\u2019s most famous and most unusual actors, who have the ability to add layers of complexity to the characters. From Jason Momoa\u2019s fierce portrayal of the cannibal leader, Miami Man, to Jim Carrey\u2019s unexpected role as a mute hermit, the cast delivers performances that immerse audiences in this bleak world.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"relative mb-4\">\n<div class=\"relative\"><img alt=\"the bad batch\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"900\" height=\"506\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"rounded-lg\" style=\"color:transparent\" src=\"https:\/\/s.yimg.com\/ny\/api\/res\/1.2\/8yki8lFrb8xKwSvQikUO7A--\/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTk2MDtoPTU0MDtjZj13ZWJw\/https:\/\/media.zenfs.com\/en\/giant_freakin_robot_articles_628\/d8f8970cf613fc25ffa2322a1957f7c7\"\/><button aria-label=\"View larger image\" class=\"group absolute bottom-3 right-3 size-10 md:size-[50px] lg:inset-0 lg:size-full lg:bg-transparent\" data-ylk=\"elm:expand;itc:1;sec:image-lightbox;slk:lightbox-open;\"><span class=\"absolute bottom-0 right-0 rounded-full bg-white p-3 opacity-100 shadow-elevation-3 transition-opacity duration-300 group-hover:block group-hover:opacity-100 md:p-[17px] lg:bottom-6 lg:right-6 lg:bg-white\/90 lg:p-5 lg:opacity-0 lg:shadow-none\"><svg viewbox=\"0 0 22 22\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"size-4 lg:size-6\" width=\"22\" height=\"22\"><path d=\"M12.372.92c0-.506.41-.916.915-.916L21 0l-.004 7.712a.917.917 0 0 1-1.832 0V3.183l-6.827 6.828-1.349-1.348 6.828-6.828h-4.529a.915.915 0 0 1-.915-.915M1.835 17.816l6.828-6.828 1.349 1.349-6.829 6.827h4.529a.915.915 0 0 1 0 1.831L0 21l.004-7.713a.916.916 0 0 1 1.831 0z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/button><dialog aria-label=\"Modal Dialog\" aria-modal=\"true\" class=\"fixed inset-0 z-4 size-full max-h-none max-w-none bg-white hidden\"\/><\/div><figcaption class=\"relative text-sm mt-1 pr-2.5\">\n<p>Jason Momoa and Suki Waterhouse in <em>The Bad Batch<\/em> (2016)<\/p>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">Keanu Reeves\u2019 enigmatic character as a cult leader adds an aura of mystery and intrigue, while Diego Luna\u2019s uncredited cameo serves as a satisfying Easter egg for fans to discover.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\"><em>The Bad Batch<\/em>\u2019s production was a collaboration between Annapurna Pictures and Vice Films, with a modest budget of $6 million. Principal photography commenced in Los Angeles in April 2015, with additional scenes shot in Niland and Bombay Beach, California. The filmmakers masterfully transformed these locations into the post-apocalyptic landscape that serves as the backdrop for Arlen\u2019s struggle for survival.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"relative mb-4\">\n<div class=\"relative\"><img alt=\"Jason Momoa in &lt;em&gt;The Bad Batch&lt;\/em&gt; (2016)\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"900\" height=\"506\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"rounded-lg\" style=\"color:transparent\" src=\"https:\/\/s.yimg.com\/ny\/api\/res\/1.2\/uxuNbywt9NizH.j6CBPsWw--\/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTk2MDtoPTU0MDtjZj13ZWJw\/https:\/\/media.zenfs.com\/en\/giant_freakin_robot_articles_628\/80016a3b78b70d1382475ea516cde4d5\"\/><button aria-label=\"View larger image\" class=\"group absolute bottom-3 right-3 size-10 md:size-[50px] lg:inset-0 lg:size-full lg:bg-transparent\" data-ylk=\"elm:expand;itc:1;sec:image-lightbox;slk:lightbox-open;\"><span class=\"absolute bottom-0 right-0 rounded-full bg-white p-3 opacity-100 shadow-elevation-3 transition-opacity duration-300 group-hover:block group-hover:opacity-100 md:p-[17px] lg:bottom-6 lg:right-6 lg:bg-white\/90 lg:p-5 lg:opacity-0 lg:shadow-none\"><svg viewbox=\"0 0 22 22\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"size-4 lg:size-6\" width=\"22\" height=\"22\"><path d=\"M12.372.92c0-.506.41-.916.915-.916L21 0l-.004 7.712a.917.917 0 0 1-1.832 0V3.183l-6.827 6.828-1.349-1.348 6.828-6.828h-4.529a.915.915 0 0 1-.915-.915M1.835 17.816l6.828-6.828 1.349 1.349-6.829 6.827h4.529a.915.915 0 0 1 0 1.831L0 21l.004-7.713a.916.916 0 0 1 1.831 0z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/button><dialog aria-label=\"Modal Dialog\" aria-modal=\"true\" class=\"fixed inset-0 z-4 size-full max-h-none max-w-none bg-white hidden\"\/><\/div><figcaption class=\"relative text-sm mt-1 pr-2.5\">\n<p>Jason Momoa in <em>The Bad Batch<\/em> (2016)<\/p>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\"><span>Primarily distributed at film festivals and available for <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"link \" href=\"https:\/\/www.giantfreakinrobot.com\/topic\/streaming\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:streaming;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\">streaming<\/a> on Netflix,\u00a0<em>The Bad Batch<\/em>\u00a0received a limited theatrical release, which generated just over $ 200,000<\/span>. The film made its world premiere at the 73rd Venice International Film Festival, where it competed for the prestigious Golden Lion and won the Special Jury Prize.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">However, upon wider release, critics\u2019 opinions on <em>The Bad Batch <\/em>were mixed. On <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"link \" href=\"https:\/\/www.giantfreakinrobot.com\/topic\/opinion\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:Rotten Tomatoes;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\">Rotten Tomatoes<\/a>, it holds a 46 percent approval rating, with praise for its distinctive visuals and soundscape, but criticism for its pacing and narrative.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">Guy Lodge of Variety appreciated <em>The Bad Batch<\/em>\u2019s visual and auditory elements but found fault with its pacing, suggesting it was \u201ctoo thinly written and self-indulgent.\u201d On the other hand, David Rooney of The Hollywood Reporter acknowledged the film\u2019s occasional drag but praised its overall captivating nature, acknowledging that it \u201ckeeps you watching.\u201d<\/p>\n<figure class=\"relative mb-4\">\n<div class=\"relative\"><img alt=\"Jim Carrey in &lt;em&gt;The Bad Batch&lt;\/em&gt; (2016)\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"900\" height=\"506\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"rounded-lg\" style=\"color:transparent\" src=\"https:\/\/s.yimg.com\/ny\/api\/res\/1.2\/VKYW6.90_2hTD8QEIOD.QQ--\/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTk2MDtoPTU0MDtjZj13ZWJw\/https:\/\/media.zenfs.com\/en\/giant_freakin_robot_articles_628\/74015c78df4b818e1982239df9935514\"\/><button aria-label=\"View larger image\" class=\"group absolute bottom-3 right-3 size-10 md:size-[50px] lg:inset-0 lg:size-full lg:bg-transparent\" data-ylk=\"elm:expand;itc:1;sec:image-lightbox;slk:lightbox-open;\"><span class=\"absolute bottom-0 right-0 rounded-full bg-white p-3 opacity-100 shadow-elevation-3 transition-opacity duration-300 group-hover:block group-hover:opacity-100 md:p-[17px] lg:bottom-6 lg:right-6 lg:bg-white\/90 lg:p-5 lg:opacity-0 lg:shadow-none\"><svg viewbox=\"0 0 22 22\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"size-4 lg:size-6\" width=\"22\" height=\"22\"><path d=\"M12.372.92c0-.506.41-.916.915-.916L21 0l-.004 7.712a.917.917 0 0 1-1.832 0V3.183l-6.827 6.828-1.349-1.348 6.828-6.828h-4.529a.915.915 0 0 1-.915-.915M1.835 17.816l6.828-6.828 1.349 1.349-6.829 6.827h4.529a.915.915 0 0 1 0 1.831L0 21l.004-7.713a.916.916 0 0 1 1.831 0z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/button><dialog aria-label=\"Modal Dialog\" aria-modal=\"true\" class=\"fixed inset-0 z-4 size-full max-h-none max-w-none bg-white hidden\"\/><\/div><figcaption class=\"relative text-sm mt-1 pr-2.5\">\n<p>Jim Carrey in <em>The Bad Batch<\/em> (2016)<\/p>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">Beneath its gritty surface, <em>The Bad Batch <\/em>delves into themes of survival, morality, and human connection. The movie challenges viewers to question societal norms and the lengths one would go to survive in a lawless world. The relationships that form in this bleak landscape are as unexpected as they are touching, showcasing the resilience of the human spirit even in the direst circumstances.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">In a cinematic landscape often saturated with familiar stories, <em>The Bad Batch <\/em>dares to be different. Ana Lily Amirpour\u2019s directorial vision and the committed performances of the cast paint a vivid picture of a world where societal norms have crumbled, leaving behind a harsh terrain where survival becomes the ultimate prize. Whether you\u2019re drawn in by its enigmatic characters, its mesmerizing visuals, or its exploration of the human condition, <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.netflix.com\/title\/80099204?preventIntent=true&amp;source=35\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:The Bad Batch;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \"><em>The Bad Batch<\/em><\/a> is a journey worth taking.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"relative mb-4\">\n<div class=\"relative\"><img alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"900\" height=\"517\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"1\" class=\"rounded-lg\" style=\"color:transparent\" src=\"https:\/\/s.yimg.com\/ny\/api\/res\/1.2\/I5tANDd6vFHDSn5vXFWmbg--\/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTk2MDtoPTU1MTtjZj13ZWJw\/https:\/\/media.zenfs.com\/en\/giant_freakin_robot_articles_628\/0057ab8a048a4f6ec87c0b2ada7960df\"\/><button aria-label=\"View larger image\" class=\"group absolute bottom-3 right-3 size-10 md:size-[50px] lg:inset-0 lg:size-full lg:bg-transparent\" data-ylk=\"elm:expand;itc:1;sec:image-lightbox;slk:lightbox-open;\"><span class=\"absolute bottom-0 right-0 rounded-full bg-white p-3 opacity-100 shadow-elevation-3 transition-opacity duration-300 group-hover:block group-hover:opacity-100 md:p-[17px] lg:bottom-6 lg:right-6 lg:bg-white\/90 lg:p-5 lg:opacity-0 lg:shadow-none\"><svg viewbox=\"0 0 22 22\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"size-4 lg:size-6\" width=\"22\" height=\"22\"><path d=\"M12.372.92c0-.506.41-.916.915-.916L21 0l-.004 7.712a.917.917 0 0 1-1.832 0V3.183l-6.827 6.828-1.349-1.348 6.828-6.828h-4.529a.915.915 0 0 1-.915-.915M1.835 17.816l6.828-6.828 1.349 1.349-6.829 6.827h4.529a.915.915 0 0 1 0 1.831L0 21l.004-7.713a.916.916 0 0 1 1.831 0z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/button><dialog aria-label=\"Modal Dialog\" aria-modal=\"true\" class=\"fixed inset-0 z-4 size-full max-h-none max-w-none bg-white hidden\"\/><\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p><em> \u2018 The preceding article may include information circulated by third parties \u2019 <\/em><\/p>\n<p><em> \u2018 Some details of this article were extracted from the following source www.yahoo.com \u2019 <\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If dystopian cinema is your favorite kind of movie, then you need to put The Bad Batch on your Netflix watch list. This 2016 sci-fi thriller will keep you on the edge of your seat as you watch Suki Waterhouse fend for her life while some of Hollywood\u2019s biggest A-listers make special appearances. 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