Dry vs Universal
Universal is the shorter watch at 1h 30m compared with 2h 4m. Dry is the older of the two (2022 against 2025). Both are comedy, drama, science fiction movies, so they suit a similar mood.
Dry
Universal| Dry | Universal | |
|---|---|---|
| Audience score | ★ 6.5/10 | ★ 0.0/10 |
| Year | 2022 | 2025 |
| Length | 2h 4m | 1h 30m |
| Genres | Comedy, Drama, Science Fiction | Comedy, Drama, Science Fiction |
| Country | – | – |
| Director | Paolo Virzì | Stephen Portland |
| Main cast | Claudia Pandolfi, Monica Bellucci, Valerio Mastandrea, Emma Fasano, Silvio Orlando | Joe Thomas, Rosa Robson, Kelley Mack |
Synopsis
Dry
In Rome it hasn’t rained for three years and the lack of water is overturning rules and habits. Through the city dying of thirst and prohibitions moves a chorus of people, young and old, marginalised and successful, victims and profiteers. Their lives are linked in a single design, while each seeks his or her deliverance.
Universal
A couple of academics enjoying a romantic break in a remote log cabin find their stay interrupted by someone who has tracked them down, seeking their help with what could be the biggest discovery in history...