Very well done

Rating: 8/10 (3 January 2008)

Saw the movie last night. Visually the movie is very strong. The flash back scenes are well done with a rushed pace that contrasts well to present day pace. Will Smith does do a comparable performance to that of Tom Hanks in Cast Away. Hats off to Will Smith again for proving that he is a talented actor and not just capable of playing the same likable character over and over again (Bad Boys I and II, MIB, ID4, etc,) The computer generated elements of the movie were outstanding, including the deer and lions, but most notably the dark seekers and their frantic and terrifying movement. Will Smith does a great job with Robert Neville's character, especially in depicting the emotional strain of being alone for 1001 days and from keeping himself motivated to "fixing things" and remaining at his post at ground zero. His relationship with Sam (Samantha, his German Shepard) was very moving and lovable. I believe that Francis Lawrence was able to make one of the most compelling apocalypse films in years. A must see!