An amazing experience that was somewhat ruined...

Rating: 7/10 (10 October 2013)

This film is definitely one of the most stunning films ever to reach the silver screen. Both the technicality and simplicity of the shots allows the viewer to fall straight into the film. However, this experience was short lived. I don't know if it was the director's fault or the audience. Perhaps you would witness this when you watch the film in the cinemas.
The plot takes us from one crises moment to another, in a very entertaining fashion. You will find yourself in certain instances, holding your breath. But when this dramatic device became more affective, especially towards the end, something happened...
...The audience laughed... collectively.
This did ruin the story's climax, but I also understand what had pushed the audience to this unexpected reaction. I know I'm speaking with a sense of ambiguity, however you will know what I mean when you witness the film's resolution. I found myself asking then, did they laugh because the journey was becoming too superficial and contrived? Or was the audience unable to bear the series of bad luck, that tipped them in a domino effect of relief to... laugh it off? In my honest opinion, I think the director should have been more careful with the final hurdle. It ruined the cinematic experience as the film can't be viewed in any other way.
Rounding up, watch the movie. Is it worth your money? Absolutely.