OtherLife 2017
"A whole year in a minute"
Dive into the high-stakes world of *OtherLife* (2017), a gripping sci-fi thriller directed by Ben C. Lucas. Jessica De Gouw stars as Ren Amari, a brilliant inventor whose groundbreaking drug *OtherLife* compresses real-time into vivid, immersive virtual experiences.
Director: Ben C. Lucas
Cast
Jessica De Gouw
Ren Amari
T.J. Power
Sam
Thomas Cocquerel
Danny
Tiriel Mora
Dr. Robert Amari
Liam Graham
Jared Amari
Adriane Daff
Cass
Clarence John Ryan
Byron Finbar
Hoa Xuande
Coder #1
Shalom Brune-Franklin
Coder #2
Rebecca Caldwell
Start up programmer
Frequently Asked Questions
What is OtherLife (2017) about?
*OtherLife* follows Ren Amari, a visionary scientist whose experimental drug compresses real-time into intense virtual experiences. When the government co-opts her invention to shorten prison sentences, she's forced to confront the dark side of her creation—where criminals serve decades in mere minutes.
Who directed OtherLife?
Ben C. Lucas directed *OtherLife*, bringing a sharp, dystopian edge to this sci-fi crime thriller.
Who stars in OtherLife?
The film features Jessica De Gouw as Ren Amari, with standout performances from T.J. Power, Thomas Cocquerel, Tiriel Mora, and Liam Graham.
Is OtherLife (2017) worth watching?
*OtherLife* is a thought-provoking sci-fi gem that blends crime and mystery with ethical questions about technology. While it's unrated on IMDb, its original premise and strong performances make it a compelling watch for fans of cerebral thrillers.
How long is OtherLife?
The film runs for 96 minutes.
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About OtherLife (2017) — A Sci-Fi Crime Thriller Unpacking Time, Punishment, and Innovation
Dive into the high-stakes world of *OtherLife* (2017), a gripping sci-fi thriller directed by Ben C. Lucas. Jessica De Gouw stars as Ren Amari, a brilliant inventor whose groundbreaking drug *OtherLife* compresses real-time into vivid, immersive virtual experiences. As Ren and her team scramble to bring the drug to market, they're blindsided by government intervention—turning *OtherLife* into a tool for punishing criminals by trapping them in artificial sentences. This dystopian narrative blends science fiction with crime and mystery, exploring themes of justice, innovation, and the ethical boundaries of technology. The film's neon-lit atmosphere and relentless pacing create a tense, thought-provoking experience that questions whether time—or morality—can be manipulated without consequence.
Starring alongside De Gouw are T.J. Power, Thomas Cocquerel, and Tiriel Mora in a cast that brings depth to this morally complex story. *OtherLife* challenges viewers to ponder the cost of progress when every second of real life becomes a battleground between ambition and corruption.
