Out of the darkness, a gem !

Rating: 9/10 (4 July 2004)

After viewing this director's cut, how can any sci fi fan go back to the original with all the boring voice-overs ? Each time I watch Blade Runner on DVD, I get a new sense of the beauty of the film. If one can get past the "darker" scenes - which add perfectly to the story line - the plot is near perfect. Another interest that I have in the movie is that it has a great love story and an ending that is suited to my romantic tastes. May the couple live long together. The movie is perfectly cast. There is no better villain than Rutger Hauer, and he even overshadows Harrison Ford as the replicant leader, and James' character as Leon is superb. I especially like William Sanderson as Sebastian, a perfect role for him. And of course, Sean Young is stunning as Ford's love interest. I never tire of this movie and am waiting for the remastered director's cut.
I wonder if there are scenes that were deleted that will be added ?