Overall it's a great movie, perfect acting from the whole cast.

Rating: 8/10 (3 March 2014)

What an intense film. Naomi Watts takes on a challenging role and she really embraced it, impeccable acting. But it's worth noting that the real star of the movie is newcomer Tom Holland, as Watt's son in the film. His acting is so natural which manages to immerse you in the film led by a great script and great director. He managed to project that feeling of anger, sadness and helplessness throughout the struggle with his mother in the hospital.
This is a tear jerker.. at least for me it was. It's one of those rare films that come along bringing back the 'movie magic'. The realism of the tsunami and destruction kept me in awe throughout the whole film. I would really say it has indeed earned it's share of Academy Award nominations - especially for sound editing and mixing. I never really pay attention to the sound quality in much films but in this one (also because of it's nature) it really outshines.
I really wished there would have been more character development though before the disaster. Because of this, I really couldn't connect with the characters as much as I wanted to. Even though halfway through you do, but not with much background on them.
Overall it's a great movie, perfect acting from the whole cast. Definitely a 'must see movie', it keeps you interested throughout.