Bewitching Plot Holes in Hollywood Films: When Sci-Fi Blurs Reality
Blooming errors in beloved sci-fi films often go unnoticed, but they linger in the minds of astute viewers. Whether it's the elusively logical world made by Minority Report, the ballistic absurdities in RoboCop, or the unexplained scenarios in Inside Out, the Hollywood has a tendency to wave away its flaws. Let us dive into some of the biggest plot holes in movies that no one seems to talk about, and perhaps, we'll uncover why they were overlooked.
The Greenhouse Plot Hole in Minority Report
At the minute 2.20 in Minority Report, Dr. Helen Summerfield stands in a greenhouse and notes, "Most died before the age of 12. Invisible people, you've seen them. Now why, 10 years ago, 98% died after their 12th birthday." The contradiction between the timeline '10 years ago' and '12 years' beggars belief. According to her logic, the oldest victim should be 10. However, it's crucial to consider the 'Pre-Cogs' making the predictions. These individuals, whose job (and possibly lifespan) hinges on their predictive abilities, are older than 20. Why wouldn't a 20-year-old have lived until their 12th birthday if the statement is to hold water? This question hangs in the air, unanswered and unexplored, a plot hole that should have been ironed out.
The Ballistic Mystery in RoboCop
The armament of the ED-209 in RoboCop has always been a source of frustration for fans. While it obliterated Kinney and his would-be assassins, it left the adjoining windows untouched. Stressing every bullet in the chamber, one might expect the surrounding structures to retaliate. Yet, in the hands of RoboCop, a smaller bullet and a Desert Eagle still managed to breach the protective glass. It raises the question of why the small-scale ballistic impact results in immediate damage, whereas the powerful cannon rounds fail to do so. Is the window treated as an indestructible prop, or did this plot hole exist in the script and was overlooked during production? Alternatively, is it a deliberate choice by the filmmakers to maintain a neat and tidy narrative? These questions remain tantalizingly unresolved.
The Vacant Headquarters in Inside Out
"The Other 3 emotions who are all largely negative try to take over but screw up all the time because they turn to bad influences to Riley. Here is my question: What if they just didn’t do anything What happens in this world if nobody touches the console That is never explained to us and it could only be better than to let Anger take over."
What if, in the world of Inside Out, the emotions just walked away? A world where Joy relinquishes control, and the others drift into a void without making any impact, would necessitate a completely different pathway of character growth. This scenario, left unexplored, presents an intriguing narrative pivot. It invites us to imagine a moment where the human condition is stripped of human intervention, creating a unique perspective on existence. The non-existence of this exploration in the film's storyline can leave viewers wondering about the stories behind these unexplored corners of the narrative.
Conclusion
While these examples of movie plot holes might seem trivial, they often point to the meticulousness (or lack thereof) in world-building and character progression. Hollywood, with all its grandeur, is not immune to these omissions, and it is precisely these details that make each film a complex testament to the human imagination. The next time you watch your favorite movie, take a moment to appreciate the intricacies, and if you spot a plot hole, perhaps, you'll help us all appreciate the art of storytelling a little more.