Lawrence and Pratt are good, Sheen is great, story is "Meh"

Rating: 3/10 (30 December 2016)

I really wanted to like this movie - I went into it with high expectations. I like Pratt and Lawrence and think they have great chemistry. And they did well in their respective roles. Sheen was excellent in his.
The problem with this movie is the story. It's deeply flawed. Many, many plot holes - too many to maintain suspension of disbelief. A disturbing message about forgiveness that seems sexist in execution (though I wonder if it would seem as disturbing if the roles were reversed) and drama that just doesn't quite get there. It fell flat and ended up being only a mediocre chick flick set in space.
I liked the set and visuals - gorgeous visuals. Nothing to complain about the acting. It's just the story. It's bland. The ending left me feeling dissatisfied. Blah.