Solid horror / space opera movie

Rating: 8/10 (27 March 2017)

I'm surprised at the number of harsh reviews for this tight little film. Perhaps in part because I suffered through the big budget total mess that is Independence Day Resurgence the night before, I really appreciated the tension and scripting and acting in LIFE. I liked it so much the first thing I did after the film was check IMDb for the director's info so I could be on the lookout for future films.
It's not without flaws. It's become a trope for scientists in films to breach what one thinks must be protocol and become emotionally involved at their own peril. My husband, for example, was appalled that the lab scientist electrically stimulated "Calvin" starting the entire downward spiral. Confronted with an epic scientific discovery - the first new life, I completely understand taking any action to keep it alive.
And folks have already expressed irritation with the lack of a good containment area. I agree there should have been more fail safes.
But ultimately, we're dealing with people in an extraordinary situation who have been aboard the space station long enough to develop strong emotional bonds. Might they make errors in judgment to save their friends? How difficult is it to sacrifice yourself immediately for the possibility of removing a life form from the ship?
I was on board and didn't find any of the scripting or actions unbelievable.
And again, it's very well acted and the special effects are beautiful.
Very hard to find a smart horror or science fiction film these days and I appreciated this one a lot.
Can't wait to see your next film, Daniel Espinosa!