This is one of the best science-fiction/action/comedies of all-time.

Rating: 10/10 (23 October 2019)

"Total Recall" (1990), this is yet another example of a perfect action film. It has science-fiction, action, comedy, and of course the shining star himself; Arnold Schwarzenegger! This movie is based on the famous short story "We Can Remember It for You Wholesale", by Philip K. Dick. I have read this story, and just like the original "Chitty Chitty Bang Bang" novel, the movie is loosely based off the book. "Total Recall" has differences from the book, but it's presented in such a unique way that it's certainly entertaining without a doubt. Changing the story from the book to adapt to the big screen can be a hit or miss. But sometimes you have to take big risks for big rewards. The gamble definitely paid off here! This film is a thrill ride of non-stop fun and excitement from beginning to end. Perfect story, perfect acting, perfect special effects, perfect sets/locations, and a perfect soundtrack. The story is very well crafted, and it keeps you guessing all the way through. You know you have a great movie when it has you anticipating what's going to happen next! The acting is excellent from all the actors and actresses. Arnold is once again the shining star, Rachel Ticotin plays a great side character and love interest, Michael Ironside plays a great henchman, and Ronny Cox is brilliant as the main villain. The rest of the actors give it their all in their performances as well. As for the special effects, they are very well done, and still hold up to this day. The sets/locations are wonderful and some of the best I've ever seen in any science-fiction/action movie. Finally, the soundtrack is beautifully composed by Jerry Goldsmith. His soundtrack is unique to this film, and it sets the tone of the movie and story perfectly. If someone were to randomly play a part of this soundtrack I would recognize it immediately. That's the sign of a perfect soundtrack! This movie is such a lot of fun to watch, and extremely entertaining. It's my second favorite Arnold Schwarzenegger film! I can watch this movie over and over again and never get bored with it. Of course, I give this movie 5 out of 5 stars on my scale, which equates to 10 out of 10 IMDB stars. "Total Recall" is another example of a movie with the perfect balance of action, comedy and science-fiction. If you have not seen "Total Recall", what are you waiting for? Go check it out! It will leave you asking the question of the ages; "what is real?"