Starts with the script

Rating: 10/10 (21 December 2007)

I saw Omega Man, with Charlton Heston in the title role, in the 70s and enjoyed it, as an interpretation of human self destruction and based, a also, on the novel, I Am Legend. The new film's script has a depth in characters and culture with writing that presents a real possible result of human developed catastrophe. Francis Lawrence's direction was very good and the editing was fantastic, keeping me on the edge of my seat through the film. The settings and special effects made one, almost believe, that an actual city was used to film the movie after an intensive makeover. The performance of Will Smith, in a mostly solo performance, is very Oscar worthy. The additional characters were great, falling into place as comfortable pieces in a wonderful sci-fi puzzle.
In summary, a most enjoyable afternoon viewing.