The Dog Stars, Ridley Scott's latest film, is a post-apocalyptic adventure that fails to live up to its director's legendary status. The movie's script is a tonal mishmash, with a weak plot and underdeveloped characters, particularly Hig, who is saddled with the predominant personality trait of being 'sad his wife died'. The film's continuity errors and lack of clarity on time passing further detract from its quality. However, Scott's production design and process-focused storytelling, reminiscent of The Martian, showcase his enduring filmmaking skills. The best moments of the film are those that focus on the details of life in the ruins, but overall, The Dog Stars is a disappointment, with a script that needs a stronger voice at the writing stage to truly shine.
