Fascinating and interesting original.

Rating: 9/10 (19 November 2011)

Neil Blomkamp's first feature is an incredible work of filmmaking filmed in documentary style. The special effects are absolutely convincing in building us a parallel universe. Blomkamp uses visuals to tell his story and does not get carried away with the effects. His storytelling is effective and powerful, if a bit crude at times. The sheer power of the execution is shattering and has no mainstream stars to bear, which makes the fact of how popular this movie is directly due to how strong the storytelling is and how powerful the images of the aliens are. A real gem of special effects storytelling and off-beat Hollywood mockumentaries.