Andover (2018)

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A geneticist clones his dead wife, over and over, in an attempt to get her back exactly as she was.

Overview
"Andover" is a 2018 science-fiction comedy-drama movie written and directed by Scott Perlman. The film stars Jonathan Silverman, Jennifer Finnigan, Angela Kinsey, and Richard Kind. Perlman uses a distinct blend of humor, romance, and speculative fiction to explore the principle of love, sorrow, fascination, and the ethical complexities of human cloning.

Plot
"Andover" delves into the story of a genetics teacher, Adam Slope (Jonathan Silverman), who could decline the awful death of his cherished other half, Dawn (Jennifer Finnigan). In his despair and driven by his know-how in genetics, Adam undertakes a highly controversial and fairly questionable project, he tries to resurrect his wife by cloning her from a lock of her hair.

While attempting to reproduce his better half exactly as she was before her unfortunate death, Adam ends up making many clones, each with minor differences and flaws, resulting in unforeseen and complicated problems. The clones typically show discrepancies from the initial personality of his other half. They show distinctions in whatever from food preference, hair color, and even artistic taste, triggering Adam distress and frustration. His fascination with recreating his partner ends up being a deep study in loss, grief, and uncontrollable desire to control fate.

Characters
Adam, the protagonist, is characterized by his extensive love for his spouse but likewise a significantly desperate and unhinged personality as his cloning attempts take a darker turn. Jennifer Finnigan breathes life into Dawn, the wife, and all her clones, portraying the nuances of each version with subtlety and depth. Richard Kind plays Harold, a fellow geneticist and colleague of Adam who walks the ethical tightrope attempting to support his buddy's grieving procedure while handling the implications of human cloning. Angela Kinsey enforces herself in a noteworthy efficiency as the sarcastic yet supportive sis of Dawn, attempting her finest to console and factor with Adam.

Themes
A central theme in "Andover" is the exploration of love, sorrow, and fixation. Through Adam's continuous trials in cloning Dawn, the film paints a vivid picture of what it implies to come to grips with the loss of a loved one. Obsession with scientific exploration is also a strong theme, eliciting concerns about the ethical limits of science and where to draw the line in human cloning.

Vital Appreciation
"Andover" got mixed reviews from critics. While it was praised for its distinct storyline and the standout efficiencies of its cast, it received criticism for not totally exploring the moral and ethical implications of cloning. Despite this, the film has actually been recognized for providing a various take on the themes of love and loss, integrated with elements of sci-fi, setting it apart from its contemporaries.

Conclusion
"Andover" is an ambitious mix of comedy, drama, love, and science fiction, giving audiences an unique take a look at how love and sorrow can spiral into obsession. The film uses thought-provoking questions on the ethical concerns posed by human hereditary cloning, making it more than simply a surface-level comedy-drama.

Top Cast

  • Jonathan Silverman (small)
    Jonathan Silverman
    Adam Slope
  • Jennifer Finnigan (small)
    Jennifer Finnigan
    Dawn Slope
  • Scout Taylor-Compton (small)
    Scout Taylor-Compton
    Emma Grady
  • Richard Kind (small)
    Richard Kind
    Harold
  • Beth Grant (small)
    Beth Grant
    Rebecca
  • Angela Kinsey (small)
    Angela Kinsey
    Helen
  • Richard Portnow (small)
    Richard Portnow
    Shamus Trout
  • Gena Shaw (small)
    Gena Shaw
    Camille
  • Thomas Q. Jones (small)
    Thomas Q. Jones
    Wyatt
  • Joel Michaely (small)
    Joel Michaely
    Professor Mitchell
  • Bai Ling (small)
    Bai Ling
    Professor Huan