Visually amazing, but that's about it

Rating: 5/10 (16 January 2010)

Technically, visually and cinematographically, Mr Nobody is a masterpiece. The visual stunts are amazing, the colours are wonderful and the camera-work is extremely imaginative.
Nevertheless, I had a few problems with this film. First of all, there are too many ideas, which is why the film lacks focus. The story of Nemo's different possible lives is a great concept, enough to make a fantastic film. Why add Mars-travels, immortality, scientific babble, tattooed doctors and time going backwards to it? Secondly, the film is all about visuals. The viewer never gets the chance to connect emotionally with the characters. Why does Nemo do what he does? What are his feelings? Does he love Jeanne? We don't know. Before Nemo gets a chance to develop his character, he is being swept away by yet another visual effect or a twist in the storyline.
If you love a visual spectacle that is a feast for the eye, this is a great movie. Some scenes are really masterfully crafted. But this could have been a better movie if it contained less stunts and story elements.