Best Sci Fi Movie of 2016

Rating: 10/10 (1 January 2017)

Passengers is the movie that confirmed for me that film critics are not qualified to rate movies for anyone but film critics. Throughout this movie, I kept thinking to myself, this should be a best picture nominee. I mean it was really well done. I also was astonished at how critics could pan this wonderful film. Perhaps I am overrating the movie due to some personal bias, however I generally have had a feel for Oscar worthy endeavors. First, if a movie convinces you, rather than simply makes you accept plot elements, then that is the hallmark of a well filmed movie. Passengers creates moral and emotional dilemmas and convinces you of their validity. Also, the chemistry between Pratt and Lawrence is solid. You find yourself contemplating how you would proceed given the scenarios faced by the actors in this great movie. Go and see this thoughtful, emotional, satisfying Sci fi movie. You will not be disappointed. An added plus is some terrific imagery and Sci fi moments that are the relish to the contemplative and moral sandwich that the filmmakers prepared for you to consume.