children of men with a twist

Rating: 9/10 (17 August 2009)

Firstly wow. Sure in directorial style and message. District 9 beams not only to distinguish itself as a a science fiction movie. It is also a metaphor for racism, racism that is always present in todays society. Showing with visual ease how racism can evolve to aggravate those of all colours, shapes and sizes, District 9 amazes the viewer with its uncanny ability to make one feel for the aliens along with the humans.
It will surely become an incredibly popular cult film, it may even become a simple sensation. Made on a minuscule budget of 30 million, funny people cost 70 million. the special effects, lighting, cinematography, direction and acting are all made with care and skill.
We the viewer, get to follow Wikus Van Der Mew as he embarks on a thrilling journey of self discovery and redemption. We follow ruthless, scary, caring and strange characters in their day to day lives and you might well get so engrossed in the film that fiction and reality might start to blend.
Enjoy it in theatres. The sound packs a bunch and is crystal. I went with friends who are not big sci-fi fans, but all of them enjoyed the ride that is district 9. Go see the movie if not in theatres than in DVD and enjoy. Highly recommended