First instance of a movie being better than the book!

Rating: 8/10 (4 July 2003)

I read a lot of sci-fi literature, and I consider myself a fan of Phillip K. Dick. I admire his sophistication and political/social sensibilities. He was an ingenious satirist and prophetic writer.
Although strong in concept, Minority Report is not the greatest execution of Dick's writing ability. I'd go as far as saying that it is the poorest of his works that I've read thus far.
The screenwriters for this movie did one incredible job in transforming this rushed piece of writing into a film that stands on its own.
Tom Cruise gave a performance that for once did not rely so heavily on his dashing good looks; although it was Samantha Morton as Agatha who stole the show with a haunting and convincing portrayal as an anguished soul.
The special effects were used sparingly, allowing the story-telling to do most of the work.
My only wish is that Iris, the eccentric woman who designed the pre-cogs had more screentime. Her performance set the tone for the films unexpected twists and turns.