Better than expected

Rating: Null/10 (8 February 2002)

MINOR SPOILERS
I saw this movie literally because I had nothing else to do. I wasn't expecting much, I mean come on, a guy lost on a deserted island? I think that's been done a time or two, and since I read "Robinson Corusoe" and "The Swiss Family Robinson" and have watched every episode of "Gilligan's Island" I didn't think this would be much more than a few wasted hours. It just goes to show how low expectations can affect your viewing, and it also demonstrates how the "lost on an island" fantasy still appeals to us (hey, why do you think they have all those deserted island Top Tens and such).

Of course this had some added attractions, such as the thrilling plane crash and the extended ego that is Wilson. I also liked the fact that they continue his story after being rescued in some depth. His welcome back into civilization and ultimate meeting with his lost love were well portrayed. I guess the bottom line here is that if you can relate to the guy, and put yourself in his shoes, you will probably enjoy this one. If you don't you probably won't.
Because so many have asked I will give my take on the unopened box. He leaves it sealed simply because it provides the only sense of mystery he has left in his dull existence. The reason he says it saved his life is that because the pondering of what was in it gave him reason to live. And as far as the ending I think he's at the crossroads and thinking about the lady's advice. It's up to you to decide which direction he takes. Personally I hope he goes after the woman in the pickup.