they should have called it tedium

Rating: 4/10 (7 September 2013)

Had great expectations for this as I enjoyed the director's previous film District 9. Unfortunately this film fell far short of what I was hoping for. The problem is that its all been done before, usually better. The exoskeletons, the social observations, the action scenes. There is a disappointing sense of deja vu.
Damon is competent in his role but lacks the intensity and charisma to make any real impression. Sharlto Copley acts him off the screen.
Many commented on the left wing message of the film. As I'm politically left wing that aspect didn't bother me.
For those who are impressed with CGI the spacecraft and weapons are beautifully designed. This was hardly sufficient for me to be satisfied