Doesn't Stand Out In Any Way

Rating: 4/10 (11 March 2017)

If you don't watch a lot of movies, "The Adjustment Bureau" will be an entertaining ride. If, like me, you've "seen 'em all", this one does not stand out in any way, shape, or form.
For a basic plot summary, "Adjustment Bureau" tells the story of David Norris (Matt Damon) and Elise Sellas (Emily Blunt), two lovers seemingly destined to be together. However, a mysterious group of derby-wearing men in suits (known only as the Adjustment Bureau) do all they can to prevent the coupling in order for the world to stay on "the plan".
The main problem with this movie is that it tries to be so many different things and doesn't succeed at any of them. It's a romance, but without romantic tension. It's an action flick, but with no effects or chase scenes that stand out. It's a philosophical piece, but with little time to really dig in. It's a paranormal romp, but without any explanation in the end. Basically, it's one of those movies where the lead characters run around a lot, emote a tad, and end up with a very contrived, unappealing climax for the effort.
Thus, while "The Adjustment Bureau" doesn't outrightly fail at anything (hence the two star rating as opposed to one), it doesn't really succeed at much, either. Unless you don't get out much, skip this effort and find something that really works.