original, thought provoking, and surprisingly emotional

Rating: 10/10 (30 June 2014)

Wow. This was a masterpiece to me. There's really no way you can truly be ready for everything this movies throws at you. Actually.. "throw" isn't the right word. It sort of places everything on the table in front of you and allows you to digest the story as it unfolds at just the right pace. It was really eye opening in that the concepts are really not that far fetched. The way technology is shaping our world and with the creativity of so many forward thinkers these days, It's conceivable that situations like these can become reality in the near future.
The situations are unique and sometimes jaw dropping however and you find yourself in some really uncharted territory (but not inappropriate for adults) asking questions and examining your personal views. The screenplay really was excellent, the script was great, the pace was perfect, and I feel that the writers especially nailed it. They really captured this closely futuristic place and made it quite believable. What I also loved were the performances Joaquin Pheonix and Scarlett Johansen. The acting was very convincing. It's a masterpiece. It deserves every award it won. Just get lost in this film and enjoy it for what it is. There are no films in my mind that i can even compare this to. Great film for sure!