Returner

Synopsis

In the year 2084, a young woman named Milly discovers a time machine and is sent back to the year 2002 to prevent an alien invasion that led to the destruction of Earth in the future. After a series of encounters, she forms an unlikely alliance with a skilled gunman, Miyamoto, played by Takeshi Kaneshiro, who helps her in this race against time. As the two face off against the powerful alien forces, they must overcome obstacles and make difficult choices to alter the course of history and save humanity from impending doom.

Cast

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  Takeshi Kaneshiro

  Miyamoto

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  Anne Suzuki

  Milly

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  Kirin Kiki

  Xia

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  Goro Kishitani

  Mizoguchi

• Yukiko Okamoto

  Dr. Yagi

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  Mitsu Murata

  Henchman

Reviews

Returner, directed by Takashi Yamazaki, received mixed reviews from critics upon its release. While some praised the film's dazzling visual effects and thrilling action sequences, others criticized its lackluster script and predictable storyline. Rotten Tomatoes gave Returner a rating of 38%, with critics mentioning that it 'fails to offer a fresh take on the time travel genre'. IMDb rated the movie 6.4/10, with reviewers appreciating the chemistry between the lead actors but finding the plot convoluted at times. Metacritic scored Returner at 36/100, with some critics pointing out the film's derivative nature and reliance on cliches. Despite its shortcomings, Returner manages to entertain audiences with its fast-paced action and impressive CGI work.