Visually Stunning & Beautifully Crafted

Rating: 9/10 (21 November 2013)

Gravity in physics means the force that attracts a body toward the center of the earth, or toward any other physical body having mass. Alfonso Cuaron's film that centers around outer space and Sandra Bullock, defines this notion both technically and emotionally.
I won't get into minute details of the film; I am not a science geek nor do I aspire to be one. I will say this is outstanding to look at, and aesthetically it is a triumph of both atmosphere and boundaries. Bullock plays a doctor who, along with George Clooney- an engineer- are dealing with an abrupt crisis that causes death and despair, and then for Bullock, ultimate survival.
I am not too keen on watching one-man shows unless there is something intriguing with the actor's personality. Tom Hanks succeeded to do this with Cast Away on a remote island; James Franco wasn't as successful but still sufficient in 27 Hours immersed in a cave; and Will Smith wasn't as forthcoming in I Am Legend, though that could also be because the movie itself was a laughably bad approach to isolation. Sandra Bullock, however, is quite impressive with her limited yet engaging presence. We want her to survive, but we also connect with her personally. She briefly confesses to Clooney (while they're plummeting in space) that she had a four year-old daughter who died unexpectedly. Now, she has nothing to live for. After the dire circumstances involving the mission, she must choose between accepting death, or willing to stand strong.
I won't say how the film concludes, only that it is quite satisfying and beautifully executed. While Clooney does his usual dose of Clooney-isms, Bullock is great at portraying a woman that is reserved and cautious in her approach to life, but still sympathetic.
The film over-all is awesome to watch and the visual effects are ahead of their time; there isn't a cartoon or CGI feel to the movie. A great experience.