Great movie, but may not be for everyone

Rating: 8/10 (8 February 2014)

Gravity was a very decent and suspenseful movie. I have heard some complaints about the 'plausibility' of something like this, but I have to say that made no difference to me. Bullock and Clooney do a very good job as this movie is heavily reliant on their emotions throughout the scenes. There isn't much in the way of supporting cast or special effects to take the focus away from them, hence the reason the movie is up for some many awards.
I couldn't really find a flaw with this movie per se, other than the fact I found it a little slow at times. I chalk that up to being one of those moviegoers that critics hate where I enjoy a fast paced BIG movie. You have to remember going in that this is a movie where the main focus is going to be on two characters and so not much else goes on around them.
Bullock did a great job carrying the movie as she is the true star of the film. She gets the majority of the screen time and does a great job going through the emotional roller coaster that is required for this role. This would have been a very tough film to carry and much of the success is because of the way she portrayed the character and carried the film. She'll likely win many awards for this movie.
Clooney plays the more experienced astronaut and his role is very important as far as motivating Bullock's character. He does a great job, but it felt a little bit like he was just playing himself to me. I didn't really feel he was as in character as Bullock was. Seems like he had some spare time so he decided to jump in.
All in all, Gravity is a great movie, but I think it's one of those movies that will win a bunch of awards and be forgotten in a year. It's not going to appeal to every movie goer as it's more geared to showcase an actor's chops rather than appeal to a large broad audience. It'll be loved by critics, but not necessarily be for everyone.