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Reasonably faithful to the source material while at the same time existing as a direct sequel to Kubrick’s adaptation.

This is a work of passion and anger and it conveys points in the subtext that provoke an emotional and intellectual response.

Engrossing but conventional – a well-told story whose evocative setting and vivid performances combine to produce a grim and lurid tableau.

Run Time: 1:59
U.S. Release Date: 2021-01-07
MPAA Rating: "NR"
Genre: Documentary
Director: Bryan Fogel
Cast: Jamal Khashoggi, Mohammed Bin Salman, Hatice Cengiz, Omar Abdulaziz

Although there is a fair amount of regurgitation of the news story, "The Dissident" offers sufficient new material to justify its existence.

Whodunnits? are generally an awkward fit for the two-hour limitations of a theatrical movie but this is one of the better ones.

A far cry from the fantastic majesty of the Tolkien-based epics but has the feel of something that could spawn an enduring franchise if it catches on.

It is not a bad way to spend a couple of hours, keeping in mind that this fairy tale, like most, has only a tenuous link to reality.

With its offbeat blend of warped humor, dramatic/horror elements, and social commentary, "Dream Scenario" may not always be comfortable but it is undeniably provocative.