I Origins

Or something like that. It's science and logic versus the inexplainable. The I of the beholder might see things differently of course. But apart of the obvious yet somehow subtle title wink (no pun intended), this movie does deliver (and yes, has more to offer than meets the eye, to get that one out of the way too).

The acting is really good and while you might be able to see where this is going (sorry for the puns), the movie is still able to hold up the tension. It sounds scientific at times, but never goes over your head, if you stay with it. It might be a bit too long, but it never gets boring overall. Whether you agree or get on with the ride, might change your view and your experience with the movie. But it's a "risk" well worth taking and watching

We watch at least 4 or 5 movies every week, and I have to say that this is the best film I've seen in a long time. Brit Marling seems to choose her films very carefully, and I'm coming to suspect that anything she's involved in is going to be different, and very well done.

This film is inspiring - not just because of it's content, but because of the way it's made. Hollywood can NOT make films like this. They can do a lot of things, but they can't seem to write scenes, scenarios, and certainly not dialog like this. This feels like real life, and because of this, it really effects you and draws you in. You really get to know, understand and care about the characters, in a way that just doesn't seem to happen in 'Hollyweird' films.

I don't want to go into any detail about the film here. I just want to say that it is truly amazing, unpredictable, beautiful, powerful and worth your time.

IMPORTANT: Be sure not to turn it off as the credits roll - there's a great little additional scene at the very end, which ads another dimension to the way the story wraps up.

Truly excellence in film making. If there were more writer/directors like this, the world would be a better place. He makes us think and challenges us. Truly inspirational.

My highest recommendation.

Will Middle of NowHere, in some snowy, remote Canadian mountains

This is definitely not for everyone. First, it's one of those slow paced sci-fi movies that is trying to make you think rather than throw visual eye candy at you (which I'm also a fan of, no dissing any sci-fi style here). It also takes quite a few liberties with actual science, but I'm ok with it as long as it serves the narrative and I do think it works in this case. Overall pretty interesting and original so I'd recommend it so you can make your own opinion.

IMDb rating is 7, on web people mostly bash it, but it moved me totally. This drama, with elements of romance, adventure, SF, and even horror, is easy to follow, but heavy if it hits you right. I understand why most people hate it. The movie is good, but it definitely isn't for everyone.

8/10

I like it. I'm pretty picky about my movies and this one is cleverly different.

I like the love story. Yes, quite simple but feel good. I like the science aspect. Not nearly as ludicrous as most movie science. I like the India connection. I like the low key religious themes. I like the acting. The cinematography with lots of nice shots.

Sorry but talking the plot would give away too much about this movie. I don't want to spoil it for you.

There are plot lines in this movie which gives you a chance to guess the next step so that keeps it interesting.