A Fine SciFi Movie

Rating: 7/10 (16 June 2008)

Having read all the bad reviews I just had to see this movie for myself. After viewing it, I can't understand why so many people are bashing this movie. In fact, those giving this movie a bad review are probably among the same egg-head crowd that gave good reviews to real stinkers like "No Country for Old Men" or the real snooze-fest "There will be Blood."
First of all, it's true that there were some unbelievable parts/premises in this movie, but that's why it's called "Science Fiction", emphasis on the word fiction. For the SciFi genre the acting was fine and realistic, as were the events and circumstances. The movie flowed in a fine coherent manner, and while not a spectacular flick, I would say it falls somewhere in the middle of the road. At the very least, it's certainly entertaining and makes you think. Lastly, the movie was just what I thought it would be from my impression by the coming attractions.
I can only surmise that those that didn't like this movie were expecting something spectacular from MKS. However, I never really thought MKS was such a great writer/director in the first place. So I've taken this movie at face value as another SciFi flick. If you're expecting "The Sixth Sense" then don't see this movie, because you'll be disappointed. However, if your expecting a decent horror flick (or don't even know who MKS is) then you'll probably like this movie.