Amazing visuals and visceral tension throughout

Rating: 9/10 (30 September 2017)

Wow. Pretty amazing that the producers and directors got away with a total cast of 2 actors. But the photography (literally out of this world...!!) and the tension (created by the filming style and especially Bullock's acting) raised this film to a rare level. The zero gravity scenes (virtually the entire film) were very believable; I guess much of it was filmed in a centrifuge environment. Some of the effects were a little dubious (such as times when Bullock/Clooney appeared to be holding onto things - or each other - and streaming out as if air was rushing past them - obviously not something that would occur in space); but these minor imperfections can be ignored for the greater visual masterpiece of the whole film. Certainly a film to be appreciated by all. And I only saw it in 2D: I guess it would be that much better in 3D...