Beyond Expectations

Rating: 10/10 (14 August 2009)

I went into District 9 today pretty much knowing what to expect from this film. I had followed the internet phenomena and rabidly watched any and all I could find about this film.
What I did not expect was the sheer wonderment of the alien creatures, they were created to seem so realistic, yet so different in mannerisms.
Sharlto Copley (Wikus) gave, in my opinion, an award winning performance. His transformation from nerd to empowered human was so astounding.
Now I know this movie won't be as highly watched as garbage like Transformers 2 and GI Joe. Though for a film that was made on a measly $30M budget it far surpasses these films in both substance and effect.
Also I saw this film on a Saturday and the theater was close to empty. Not good enough people! You really don't know what you're missing out on!