One of the years best

Rating: 9/10 (24 October 2015)

This is a film that I was excited for ever since I saw the the director of Incendies, Prisoners and Enemy's name Denis Villeneuve attached to this project. though I was worried that the first-time writer's flaws would show, this being his first script - I was surprised to find a great, suspense filled story with interesting characters. this is a film that feels unlike any other, with its different style/approach to the story, set pieces cinematography - with legend Roger Deacons putting one of the most visually striking films to screen. This film is extremely hard to predict, and is riveting to watch all the way to the end, despite the middle feeling like its loosing its way. I thought this as a flaw the first time through, but upon a second viewing I realized that every scene was needed and played an important part to developing characters, story and themes/messages. The performances are nothing short of amazing, and i refuse to give away and details so ill end it at that. Try and refrain from watching any promotional material for this film - as I found this as a more interesting experience from only watching a single trailer.
This is an awesome and intense movie - that should be a required viewing for anyone interested in the art of film making.