Robinson Crusoe on Mars

Rating: 7/10 (24 October 2015)

I'm no scientist but read somewhere that the density of Martian air is only 1 percent that of Earth. That means that even the most powerful storm on Mars won't lift a kite off the ground, let alone knock off heavy objects. Other than that, everything else looked believable.
The plot is full of some very intricate, attention grabbing twists and turns, in addition to the remarkable problem solving skills of those involved in the story. The jargon, the attitude, and the entire atmosphere convey a realistic feel for the action.
The only major complaint I have, besides the storm knocking off heavy objects, is that Watney spends more than a year on Mars, and he remains almost ludicrously optimistic throughout. He never really breaks down in despair, even during several moments where things go from bad to worse.
In conclusion, it's not a masterpiece but it's definitely worth watching. It kind of reminds me of the 1964 movie Robinson Crusoe on Mars, minus the monkey.