A triumph!

Rating: 10/10 (30 September 2013)

Make no mistake: This film flopped due to an ill-organised distribution and marketing strategy and not because of its quality. Cloud Atlas counts as one of the very few films which will surprise you for its originality and freshness. The many quirks and twists which brought a good amount of criticism, only add depth and character to the film in my view. The virtues here are many: great cast and performances with a Hugh grant, Tom Hanks and Jim Broadbent at their best. Exquisite locations and special effects. Brilliant script and cinematography. A quirky and unexpected editing which is probably the most surprising and innovative features in the film. An absolutely brilliant score which holds the film together and adds a sense of sensualness and meaning beyond the plot itself. In short, its such a pity and a loss for cinema that such a gem went unnoticed!