Annihilation

Rating: 7/10 (21 April 2019)

Annihilation
2018
Dir: Alex Garland
Synopsis: Basically you have a biologist (Natalie Portman) goes into a force field known as the shimmer. No one knows what it is or where it came from. A crew of scientists (all female) journey into the shimmer to see the cause and do research.
Okay so this one was extreme. I'm not sure if I would consider this a perfect film (in my standards) but this is def one of the better ones I've seen so far this year. And I really really enjoyed it even though it's a bit of a slow burning flick. If I had to classify this one I would say somewhat of a cross between a horror/sci-fi and an art film. Sci-fi films like this you can't really tell from the trailer what it is based around but right from the rip you get a look at what is starting the conflict in he film. As the film progresses it uses the flashback point of interest theme, so as an example you'll get a scene where the characters will start a convo about something and the main character will have a flash back explaining the convo or subject. There are scenes and themes that are a bit disturbing so those with a weak stomach beware but then there are scenes that are elegant and beautiful. The added themes of horror and creature/monster give the thrill and suspense a nice touch. You think you know the ending until you get a quick twist in the last scene. Something to keep in mind is that it is a MIND BENDING film so even if you watch it twice you probably won't completely understand it. There are parts of the film that are essential and if you don't pay close attention or if your not a biologist you won't understand what is going on. Re watch? Definitely would. If your a fan of sci-fi or mind bending films it's really worth the watch.