Harsh, Haunting, and Bittersweet

Rating: 10/10 (28 June 2015)

"Interstellar" was probably one of the finest science-fiction films to be produced in many years. The script was well written; and, the all- star cast gave excellent performances.
The story depicted the characters rising above difficult circumstances. When called upon, the characters rose to the occasion to make great sacrifices for the sake of the common good. Although circumstances often strained the characters' personal relationships, the love that the characters felt for one another always won out in the end.
Few science-fiction films depict the cold harsh realities of manned space exploration in the way that this movie does. Many other science-fiction films depict interstellar travel as being a safe and convenient process in which characters activate a spacecraft's faster-than-light drive, allowing them to travel to a different star system in a matter of hours. In reality, manned deep space travel can require years, decades, or even centuries; and in extreme cases, the travelers may have to willingly sacrifice their relationships with the loved ones they leave behind on Earth. The universe is not intentionally cruel but is merely indifferent to the concerns of the fragile beings such as humans.
"Interstellar" is a riveting film from start to finish. It never disappoints. The film is highly recommended.