Great looks, story a mess.

Rating: 7/10 (5 March 2014)

"Gravity" is something for the eye, and for the ear as well. This movie looks spectacular. Dr Ryan Stone (Sandra Bullock) and Matt Kowalski (George Clooney) can view our beloved planet from above, and what kind of view is that! I enjoy the view as well, sitting in front of the screen. It is amazing. The sound, sometimes completely gone, adds well to the look of "Gravity".
BUT movies are not only about visuals. While I love the look and atmosphere of this movie, I just cannot accept the story. Stone does things I cannot explain. She has been trained for this mission, alright, but HOW can she do what she does?
I am not going into detail. Watch it yourselves and decide whether you believe the story or not. I know that it is fiction only, but compared to Apollo 13 it surely does lack logic.
Besides, although all these fine visuals and sounds unfold spectacularly, I cannot feel any compassion for anything that happens on screen. Sandra Bullock does a fine job, actually, but she never touches me. I am not moved by her performance but by the soundtrack that accompanies the more emotional scenes.
After all, "Gravity" is not in the least a bad movie. It is worth being watched. But if you are looking for bright scripting and impressive performances, this may not be the best choice.