The BEST sci-fi thriller in a long time!!!

Rating: 10/10 (30 August 2009)

I just saw this film Saturday August 30, 2009 and I'm definitely impressed. This film went way beyond my expectations I must say. Beyond "E.T." and "Independence Day" that's for sure. The amount of realism is excellent and one can actually find this plot very believable. This film is a mixture of "The Fly", "E.T." and a few other great sci-fi pieces, all blended together into a an actually very different film if you ask me. Neill Blomkamp did a great job here, creating a real sense of emotional tension rarely seen in sci-fi films these days. The film's odd yet unique choice of setting is one thing that sets it apart from other alien flicks that simply don't compare against something like this.
The story is extraordinarily well written and the characters are very moving with bad ass performances. Sharlto Copley , who plays the main protagonist, is a great choice and I love his role in the story. I don't want to spoil it since the film is still pretty new but you have to see this film!!! The action and drama plays as well as the sci-fi classics such as "Alien", original "Star Wars", and "Terminator 2". In reality, I won't be surprised if this film is soon considered one of these classics. Even as the film ends, one is so thrilled most, like myself, are praying Peter Jackson will provide some sort of sequel.