New style and ideas

Rating: Null/10 (16 April 2015)

District 9 rides the Blair Witch Project wave in that it heavily utilizes the mock documentary style the aforementioned film popularized some years ago. It also tries new things with its basic premise, putting actual aliens in the position of aliens, as in immigrants. It's a fascinating idea and will naturally allow for a lot of new directions from which to examine the old problem and dilemma.
I only wish it had stuck with that basic idea. Because now it seems that they came up with this great idea, but instead of doing a social commentary or even a satire, they decided to shoot an action film. And sure, an action film can comment on current society as well, but it simply cannot do it as well because you need to make room for gun fights and explosions.
But, don't get me wrong. The gun fights and explosions are nice. This is a good science fiction film. The special effects are topnotch, the alien designs are creative (though, why always bugs), the action works well and the actors are talented. Though I do admit that I find Sharlto Copley's accent to be a bit thick, but at least it's memorable.
District 9 divides opinions. Those that are looking for a good scifi action film with a clever premise will absolutely love it. Unfortunately, those that have listened to the hype and come in expecting a modern classic, a revolution, will be somewhat disappointed. Absolutely worth seeing, but do come in with an open mind.