Dark but highly thought provoking...poses questions more than answers.

Rating: 8/10 (25 February 2018)

I wouldn't call "Annihilation" light entertainment, something you would want to see on a first date or anything...
But I greatly enjoyed it. It is nice to see a film with some original elements for a change, and one that kind of makes you think....whether you want to or not. This film sets a dark mood very early on, and does a good job throughout enhancing that mood and keeping the viewer on a disturbed "edge".
The characters were believable and sympathetic, and it was fascinating watching them encounter the bizarre happenings in the movie, simply because they were indeed believable and easy to empathize with.
I cannot say I was 100% satisfied with the ending....but it forced me to ponder what sort of ending would have been better for a film of this sort. I couldn't come up with one...
*****Spoiler***** The bear-ish "creature" that appears partway through the film, was without a doubt one of the creepiest, most disturbing presences I have seen in any film....EVER.
Bottom line, I recommend "Annihilation"....go see it....but do not expect standard Hollywood fare. This movie is different.