Instead of relying on the usual cat or dog tearjerkers, this Netflix drama centers on the unique bond between humans and a highly intelligent giant Pacific octopus named Marcellus.
While the plot hits some predictable and slightly clichéd beats, the stunning visuals and moody, storytelling, misty cinematography completely carry the film, wrapping the entire story in a deeply comforting, cozy atmosphere. Based on Shelby Van Pelt’s bestselling novel, the narrative follows a lonely widow frozen in grief and a directionless…
