A hyper-slick sequel to the heady 1982 man-versus-machine action-adventure Tron — which is remembered among a certain generational subset more for its ideas, images and namesake videogame than any huge commercial success or critical embrace at the time of its release — Tron: Legacy represents a souped-up chassis built around an engine that doesn’t
start. Imaginative production design, a great score from Daft Punk, the presence of Olivia Wilde and piecemeal excitement cannot
boost the film’s level of engagement above and beyond anything more than
superficial throwaway entertainment. For the full, original review, from Screen International, click here. (Disney, PG, 125 minutes)