Elysium was a brilliant attempt though not as good as District 9

Rating: 7/10 (9 February 2014)

The out-of-box title "Elysium" is sure going to build mystery surrounding the film's plot. Elysium is a spectacular sci-fi action adventure that defies the visual effects with brilliant story line.
In the year 2154, LA lies in the ruin where the population on earth is suffering from post-massacre affect, disease and poverty while the rich resides on a more comfortable life in the Universe called Elysium. Circumstances in Max's life gives him an opportunity to bring equality between two worlds but he has to pay the price for it.
From the director of critical and commercial acclaim District 9, Neil Blomkamp comes with yet another visual appealing sci-fi action flick. The plot of the film is splendid but the screenplay could have been strong. I felt not much effort was put to extract brave performances from talents like Jodie Foster and Matt Damon. Having said that, Damon does a fine job as Max. Sharlto Copley plays a negative character for first time and gives a stupendous performance. Art direction is brilliant with astounding cinematography. Special mention for eye- catching visual effects.
So, overall, Elysium was a brilliant attempt though not as good as District 9. Good 3/5