Better than expected

Rating: 7/10 (5 November 2011)

From the trailer I expected an action focused film, but it ended up being a fun science fiction exploration that felt natural and as if the audience is in the same position as Jake Gyllenhaal. If you enjoy science fiction for with ethical and character issues then this is a good movie for you. Though it could have been more of a mystery or thriller style movie, the focus really is on how Gyllenhaal's character develops rather than the dramatic situation. Sometimes the next step or plot event that progresses the movie feels too easy and in once case contrived. Don't expect a lot of action despite frequent explosions. Definitely an interesting movie that touches on hypothetical ethical issues.