Downsizing

Scientists discover a way to minimize humanity's carbon footprint by shrinking people. The financial incentive—your money goes much further in a tiny world—lures Paul (Damon) and his wife to undergo the irreversible procedure.

Directed by Alexander Payne and starring Matt Damon, this film presents a high-concept solution to overpopulation: shrinking humans to five inches tall. Downsizing

The film is widely criticized for losing its way after the initial setup. Reviewers from Metacritic often describe the second half as a "boring drama" that abandons its sci-fi premise for a muddled environmental and humanitarian message. Scientists discover a way to minimize humanity's carbon