Wonderful dialogue holds an otherwise forgettable film together

Rating: 6/10 (13 March 2018)

I've never loved the sci-fi genre, I make no secret about that fact. Even though I can understand why it can create some impressive film concepts, it always bothers me that no one holds the writers to account. They can make anything happen in their universe that suits their story. That's far too convenient and an easy cop-out in my opinion. 'Annihilation' is a very heavy film. There are no efforts made at any point to make the audience laugh or even get the slightest chuckle. It takes itself very seriously.
The question you have to ask yourself after watching a film like this is whether it is legitimately thought-provoking or simply complete nonsense hiding behind some clever dialogue and pretty scenery. It has to be said the dialogue in the film is its strongest aspect. It's well written and is worthy of further thought. The story concept on the other hand, less so. Call me cynical but when a film goes this far outside the box, it really doesn't demand a lot of time and thought be put into it. It's just too easy to do whatever you feel suits the story at any time.
This won't be a film for everyone, nor will it be disliked by everyone. It seems to be quite polarising in that sense. Somehow I've found myself in the middle of the road. I didn't hate it, but I know it will be almost completely gone from memory by tomorrow. Nothing to write home about.