Downsizing is a dramedy about being small. Its ideas are big.
Paul Safranek is humble to a fault, and so, he has regrets. Shrinking himself could be a fresh start though: His money would go farther, and his carbon footprint would disappear. The change might finally allow Paul to feel that his life has been worthwhile. That’s assuming it all goes as planned…
This movie has a manic vibe: It jumps from light-hearted to existential, from funny to depressing, without notice. This can be jarring. And, the movie is a bit long. Aside from all that, though, is a pretty story.