Definitely one of the most interesting films of 2006

Rating: 8/10 (19 June 2007)

My friend saw this movie in the theater and just wouldn't be quiet about how awesome it was. Then I had another friend who saw it who also and said it was a great film, well, I couldn't wait when I found out that it was out for rental. I didn't hesitate when I saw it and I watched it this morning and I have to say that this film definitely kept me going, it was so scary to see how much of a possible future we have. It was so realistic and just scary to think of how fast we turn on each other. Not to mention how we take for granted the sound of a child or a baby's cry, we complain about it all the time, did you ever wonder what the world would be like without that sound?
The year is 2027, a world where there are no young people. In fact, the youngest person was 18 years old and was murdered, there are no children, and it's not possible for a woman to get pregnant. But when Theo gets back in touch with his wife, she begs him to help a woman who got pregnant somehow. He must help her in this savage world and time where she will be killed for being an illegal immigrant. The task gets harder and harder when there is a group of terrorists after them, not to mention the government.
Children of Men is a truly horrific movie that everyone in my opinion needs to see. I don't know why it got to me so bad, but that I think this future may be a strong possibility. The film in itself was very brilliant and makes you think. The casting couldn't have been more perfect. Clive Ownen was just amazing and embraced his role as Theo and was such a lovable character, you just rooted for him and the girl to make it all the way. This is a sad movie, but definitely a must see.
8/10