In a future without children, Theo Faron has a chance to save humankind.

Rating: 8/10 (14 August 2011)

As with most Sci-fi films, this one starts with a short introduction that immerses the viewer into the world of Children of Men. The premise of the story is that in 2009 the world's men have become infertile, and thus the population goes in a downward spiral without recovery.
The introduction sequence really makes you believe that everything happening in this dystopian future will truly happen. The next few scenes introduces you to the main character and throughout the whole film details concerning his life prior to the events taking place in the film are given.
A large portion of the film is used to highlight the cruelty of the government in times of great need and depicts some form of martial law put into place. Also, the main theme throughout is basically to show a world without innocence (children) and a future, as well as how the world acts to this realisation.
Clive Owen's performance in this film depicts the frailty and goodness in humanity well and is a fresh change from his usual ultra-suave and cool characters. Julianne Moore's performance is as all her performances are, convincing and personal. Clare-Hope Ashitey's performance convincingly depicts a youth in turbulent times. One that curses frequently without reserve, but still retains the innocence of a pre- infertile youth. All in all a good and solid performance from the actors and actresses in this film.
The film ends with a bit of a surprise, but the way the events are shown is evidence that a sturdy editing process took place. If you're a fan of dystopian future type films, then this one is a must.