A fantastic movie

Rating: 8/10 (19 December 2009)

This is a terrific movie backed by some terrific acting. Jodie Foster is amazing as Dr Eleanor who searches for her answers via space research. The movie delicately balances questions about science, ethics and religion.
The director provides a background for Foster's character as she grows up alone losing her father at 9. A brilliant scientist , she is mocked by her peers as she continues her E.T. search. She knows science but not faith, politics or the other ways of the world. However at the end of the journey she believes something out of sheer faith. The movie touches on all aspects of the debate and lives of people aside from the daily chores and standards.
I would definitely recommend this movie to see a good debate about science vs religion as well as to watch the fine performances by the actors.