My New Favorite Movie

Rating: 10/10 (11 January 2017)

I was most impressed with Passengers' depth of story line and plot through the use of only three characters (four if you count the Android played so elegantly by Michael Sheen.) It had all of the struggles that come with the human condition portrayed in a glamorous, yet intimidating setting. The successful characterization and use of internal and external conflicts lead to an amazing plot and well-developed themes.
It has loneliness, wonder, hope, lust, and fear all within a visually STUNNING setting.
The main character, a simple-minded mechanic named Jim was portrayed convincingly by Chris Pratt. The chemistry that Chris Pratt and Jennifer Lawrence shared, rivaled that of Jennifer Lawrence & Bradley Cooper in "Silver Linings Playbook." Jennifer's depth of emotion made Passengers convincing on so many levels. My new favorite movie.