2036: Nexus Dawn vs The Strange Dark
The Strange Dark has the higher audience score (8/10 against 6.9/10 for 2036: Nexus Dawn). 2036: Nexus Dawn is the shorter watch at 7m compared with 1h 24m. 2036: Nexus Dawn is the older of the two (2017 against 2024). Both are science fiction, thriller movies, so they suit a similar mood.
| 2036: Nexus Dawn | The Strange Dark | |
|---|---|---|
| Audience score | ★ 6.9/10 | ★ 8.0/10 |
| Year | 2017 | 2024 |
| Length | 7m | 1h 24m |
| Genres | Science Fiction, Thriller | Science Fiction, Thriller |
| Country | United Kingdom | – |
| Director | Luke Scott | Chris Messineo |
| Main cast | Benedict Wong, Jared Leto, Ned Dennehy, Ania Marson, Ade Sapara | Bates Wilder, Carson Jean Holley, John Beckwith, Nili Bassman, Caleb Scott |
Synopsis
2036: Nexus Dawn
This in-world short film takes place in the year 2036 and revolves around Jared Leto’s character, Niander Wallace. In this short, Wallace introduces a new line of “perfected” replicants called the Nexus 9, seeking to get the prohibition on replicants repealed. This no doubt has serious ramifications that will be crucial to the plot of Blade Runner 2049.
The Strange Dark
With her family’s safety on the line, Susan must choose who to trust: her husband, who claims he can see the future, or the mysterious strangers at her door.
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