Jenna Ortega and The Weeknd’s ‘Hurry Up Tomorrow’ Faces Harsh Criticism but Gains Viral Attention

The film *Hurry Up Tomorrow*, starring Jenna Ortega and Abel Tesfaye (The Weeknd), is receiving widespread attention after garnering highly negative reviews from critics. Released as a visual companion to The Weeknd’s sixth studio album of the same name, the movie follows a fictional version of the artist entangled with a mysterious character named Anima, played by Ortega. Despite having a notable supporting cast, including Barry Keoghan, the film currently holds a low 15% critic score on Rotten Tomatoes. Critics have described it as self-indulgent, lacking narrative depth, and emotionally unengaging.

Social media users have been quick to react, with many ridiculing the film for its perceived pretentiousness and calling it a vanity project. Scenes have gone viral, sparking both laughter and derision online. Some fans, however, defend the movie, appreciating its surreal visuals and experimental nature. A few argue it should be viewed as an artistic expression rather than a product for critique. While the audience score is slightly better, the overall reception remains polarizing. Ultimately, the film seems to appeal mostly to devoted fans of The Weeknd familiar with his musical lore, while general audiences and critics remain unimpressed.