4 star out of 5

Rating: 8/10 (29 March 2009)

"Excellent." Knowing, for the most part, had stunning visual effects. There were a couple scenes that really showed that they were computer generated; from the visual aspect, not from the logical mindset. The plot and progression of the movie never had a dull moment. It was like a book that can not be put down, leaving the reader wanting to know what happens next. The movie addressed most of the questions formed from watching, except for some towards the end. The end of the movie, itself, was clear and made sense, but a part progressing towards the end left me skeptical. I remember thinking, "Really? Where did this come from?" Other than that one scene, I have no complaints. The beginning of the movie seemed, at first, to start slow, but the significance of how, exactly, it started became clear towards the middle of the movie. And it is obvious how critical the beginning is to the plot. The movie featured suspense, on a Jurassic Park level, and lots of action. The actors played their parts very well; quite convincing. One of the most appealing aspects of the movie is how it makes you think about what you, the viewer, believe  your morals and how you would act if it were your choice.
I think fans of science fiction, Nicholas Cage, drama, and suspense would be interested in Knowing.
I would give the movie a 4-star rating.