The 2017 film Downsizing is widely considered to have one of the most intriguing "what if" premises in recent sci-fi, though whether it tells a "good story" is a point of significant debate among viewers and critics. The Core Concept
A Norwegian scientist invents a procedure called "downsizing" that irreversibly shrinks organic matter—including humans—to about five inches tall. The goal is to combat overpopulation and climate change by drastically reducing human consumption and waste. The Decision
The 2017 film Downsizing is widely considered to have one of the most intriguing "what if" premises in recent sci-fi, though whether it tells a "good story" is a point of significant debate among viewers and critics. The Core Concept
A Norwegian scientist invents a procedure called "downsizing" that irreversibly shrinks organic matter—including humans—to about five inches tall. The goal is to combat overpopulation and climate change by drastically reducing human consumption and waste. The Decision