Another of Matt's

Rating: 10/10 (3 September 2013)

One of the more unique films I have seen in quite awhile. Max, (Damon) is a man who wants to live a normal life on earth. Although his parole officer seems bent out of shape because of his untimely police accident going to work.
But that's how it is with all of those who wish to live a free life. Except for those still on earth, they have to live in hell. Elysium is a station built for only the elite, or for those who acquire a ticket to fly to the station and get healed using miraculous devices on the station.
However, a price must be paid in order for the station to run its perfect harmony. And that is to sacrifice all those back on earth to live in squalor, poverty, and destitute. For max, getting healed is a matter of life or death since he had an accident in his work place, by absorbing a full dose of radiation.
Now tasked with trying to get to Elysium, he uses a known smuggler/weapons dealer to get his ticket early. In the meantime, a daunting and brutal mercenary comes into the scene with his brand of justice - The Psycho way.
All in all, a great film to add to the list of Damon fans all over the world. He is still a fantastic actor, the cast was great, including Jodie Foster who plays a mean sadistic broad who will stop at nothing to get what she wants. Including the presidency of Elysium.
The music was top notch, and the special effects were just right. Nothing went overboard, no continuous effects to dismiss the story. I enjoyed this film. Highly recommended for those over 17.