Straightforward matter-of-fact, and rather dull. The Director's laconic pacing is ever present and his oh-so contemplative concept of lingering on shots and scenes is a matter of style that actually keeps some of his films from ever being enjoyed as entertainment, or for that matter enlightenment.

A realistic global pandemic where people just get sick and die and don't turn into zombies or vampires is a tough topic to tackle. But this is like viewing a tedious, jargon laden textbook.

There are a few, if very brief, bouts of interactions and encounters with a panicky public that introduce some terror and tension. These, however, dissipate quickly and the slow beat goes on. So we are left with a so-so exploration of a societal situation of depression and despair that looks like we are watching it all from a satellite, distanced and detached.