La prophétie des ténèbres

I actually paid money to see this abomination when it was in theatrical release. What happened was that I was visiting my mother and step-father during the Thanksgiving holiday a few years ago and we decided to go to the multiplex without having any particular movie in mind.

When we got there, a debate ensued over which film to see. I didn't want to sit through whatever Meg Ryan romantic comedy was playing and Mom vetoed anything potentially violent. So I suggested that we break the impasse by seeing "The Omega Code," a film that none of us had seen advertised or knew anything about. I figured that as a result of being adventurous, we might be pleasantly surprised by an offbeat box office sleeper.

What a mistake. I sat cringing throughout the entire film, with the shameful knowledge that my open-minded, random pick had backfired on us so miserably. I spent literally hours after we left the theater apologizing for leading us so far astray.

Another reviewer commented that Omega Code's premise of a numerological interpretation of the Bible is similar to that of Darren Aronofsky's "Pi." While I felt that "Pi" was ultimately unsuccessful in its treatment and plot, it is at least a watchable investigation of the idea. Even my mother, who has purchased and read novels of the `Biblical fiction' genre, was unenthusiastic about this lackluster interpretation of the apocalypse.

I remember the film "Dogma," which covers similar Biblical subject matter was also playing at the same time. I wish we'd stumbled into that one instead. I'm not a huge fan of Kevin Smith's films, but I've since rented "Dogma" and it at least presents a coherent, if convoluted plot and some interesting characters in its comically warped take on Armageddon.

There have already been over a hundred commentaries for this movie, but the reason I felt compelled to write this one is that I stumbled across the entry and found that the title of the first contributor's summary is a very positive `Accurate Biblical Drama.' I couldn't disagree more.

And I'm not some high-minded cinema buff either. I enjoy a well-paced thriller or moderately smart sci-fi movie once in while. But this doesn't work in any way on any level at all. Don't even rent this one for its supposed camp value as some commentators have recommended, its just plain inept in a tedious way that's not even interesting. I'm both baffled and horrified that it actually somehow spawned a sequel.

It is the worst thing ever created period. If this were the days of the Old Testament, God would smite everyone who had anyhting to do witht his movie and ten plagues would descend upon the studio that made it. Not only is it a poor piece of directing, writing, and filmaking altogther, it goes on to frsutrate the viewer with promises of an interesting story, leaving you unable to walk out of the movie, in hopes that at the end it will all come together to make sense. Heads up guys: It doesn't.

Do not see this movie. If you are ever forced to at gunpoint, take your chances, if you live the bullet will be far less painful than watching this piece of garbage. If you die, you can die never having seen the Omega Code, a feat I only wish I will be able to claim on my death bed.

The Omega Code was a little slow in the beginning. This movie picks up very quickly though and then keeps you on the edge of your seat. The special effects were great! I thought the ending was spectacular. The things that happen you just don't expect until they are there. Well worth watching. Superb ending.

I bought this movie expecting it to be some corny and cheesy rendition of what might happen in the last days but upon viewing, I was surprised to find that it was very accurate.

The story line and plot were really well thought out and planned and the acting was superb.

The Omega Code is a must see! Action packed thriller. Kept me on the edge of my seat. No one left the theatre for popcorn or even a restroom break. I was amazed at how the story just pulled you right in and left you waiting for more. There was applause several times during the movie by fellow movie-goers. Don't look at it as just another religious film. It does follow the Bible pretty true to form. I don't know whether there is a so-called Bible Code but it is just a movie. I would highly recommend it!