Intriguing, Extraordinary, Enrapturing

Rating: 10/10 (6 August 2006)

Taking subtle elements from Equilibrium, Brave New World, 1984, and perhaps even Minority Report or the Matrix, this movie is definitely far more than the sum of its parts.
I went in with an empty mind, having never heard anything about the film or the comic and came out extraordinarily pleased. The movie is exceptionally thought provoking and well put together.
Though graphic at a few points, it is for dramatis and works well.
Immediately upon finishing, I wanted to watch again, but the more overriding feeling was to let it sink in for a few days and think about all of the nuances.
It is not a movie for everyone: too young and it will be under-appreciated and the subtleties will be missed-- too old and the graphic and dramatic nature may put off some and close their minds.
Keep your mind open and enjoy the Wachowski's best movie yet- and perhaps one of the top films of the year, or even decade.