Visually stunning and thematically captivating

Rating: 10/10 (6 December 2006)

This movie contains everything that a futuristic movie should have: a plot line centered around the extinction of human race, set in a politically charged situation; the struggle of a man against the greater collective forces, and ultimate redemption of human race through fate and individual heroism. The film is superbly produced, the dialogue is sharp and canny, the visuals--oh, i love the visuals, the journalistic style is so appealing. This film is much better than pop Hollywood movies where a concept is presented to you so meticulously, it's practically shoved down your throat. _Children of men_ does not do that. It gives you an image for a brief few seconds, and it's your decision whether or not to dwell on it. As a result the movie moves fast, fast, fast. Watch it twice and you'll still enjoy it. There is not a boring second of footage. I highly recommend this movie to all sci-fi fans, readers of cyberpunk novels, and just about anyone who enjoys action, fast & sharp. I'd give it a nine but oh, here's what makes this movie great: the jokes. There are moments in the film that are supercharged with tension, action, drama, and... humor. It's golden. Ten out of ten.