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SOURCE CODE
(directed by Duncan Jones, 2011)
Source Code made me feel like I was watching an exquisite, classic work of cinema, something that would be remembered for decades. I was with this movie from beginning to end and because I didn't know much about it going in, it was a lot more enjoyable eventually learning its secrets and getting to know the characters within it.
I could not possibly reveal too much about this movie here. I've seen a few reviews for Source Code on Movie Forums and they didn't look too positive. Well, I don't know what you guys were thinking. This movie had a lot going for it, and yes, that God Among Men Jake Gyllenhaal really helped bring this movie alive.
The movie is a fascinating science fiction story dealing with an army helicopter pilot who finds himself on a train in a body that is not his own. He sits across from a beautiful woman around the same age as himself - eight minutes later, the train blows up. What follows is the story of that man eventually discovering what's going on and as you learn along with him, you'll become intrigued and satisfied. It almost seems like the movie might turn out boring, but it does not. It was one of the most thrilling, most brilliant pieces of art that I have ever seen.
Yes, Jake Gyllenhaal takes a lot of credit in making this movie work. He plays a studly military man - yet again - I like when Jake plays roles like this. He is all man and I'm so happy they chose him to play this role, the role of Colter Stevens. Some of the other actors turned out pretty good, too -- Vera Farmiga, Michelle Monaghan and Michael Arden. The one flaw this movie had, though, was with Jeffrey Wright's character. I also thought it didn't quite end on the right note, but everything else was absolutely flawless.
I would say that Jake Gyllenhaal deserves an Oscar for this movie. I went into this movie thinking this was gonna be forgettable, but it soooooo was not. It is part romantic - a bizarre romance, but that's all I'll say - very cutting edge science fiction - very classic - very exhilarating. It was weird and universal and yet captivating and action packed. It is a movie about a hero and the timeless essence of a hero. Jake Gyllenhaal, you may have just made the movie of your career. You never cease to amaze me and this time you picked an excellent script to work with. This is Die Hard for the future. This is The Wizard of Oz for science fiction.
It might have a few flaws, but I honestly think a stretch of the imagination should correct and patch up those problems. I heartily recommend Source Code.
(directed by Duncan Jones, 2011)
Source Code made me feel like I was watching an exquisite, classic work of cinema, something that would be remembered for decades. I was with this movie from beginning to end and because I didn't know much about it going in, it was a lot more enjoyable eventually learning its secrets and getting to know the characters within it.
I could not possibly reveal too much about this movie here. I've seen a few reviews for Source Code on Movie Forums and they didn't look too positive. Well, I don't know what you guys were thinking. This movie had a lot going for it, and yes, that God Among Men Jake Gyllenhaal really helped bring this movie alive.
The movie is a fascinating science fiction story dealing with an army helicopter pilot who finds himself on a train in a body that is not his own. He sits across from a beautiful woman around the same age as himself - eight minutes later, the train blows up. What follows is the story of that man eventually discovering what's going on and as you learn along with him, you'll become intrigued and satisfied. It almost seems like the movie might turn out boring, but it does not. It was one of the most thrilling, most brilliant pieces of art that I have ever seen.
Yes, Jake Gyllenhaal takes a lot of credit in making this movie work. He plays a studly military man - yet again - I like when Jake plays roles like this. He is all man and I'm so happy they chose him to play this role, the role of Colter Stevens. Some of the other actors turned out pretty good, too -- Vera Farmiga, Michelle Monaghan and Michael Arden. The one flaw this movie had, though, was with Jeffrey Wright's character. I also thought it didn't quite end on the right note, but everything else was absolutely flawless.
I would say that Jake Gyllenhaal deserves an Oscar for this movie. I went into this movie thinking this was gonna be forgettable, but it soooooo was not. It is part romantic - a bizarre romance, but that's all I'll say - very cutting edge science fiction - very classic - very exhilarating. It was weird and universal and yet captivating and action packed. It is a movie about a hero and the timeless essence of a hero. Jake Gyllenhaal, you may have just made the movie of your career. You never cease to amaze me and this time you picked an excellent script to work with. This is Die Hard for the future. This is The Wizard of Oz for science fiction.
It might have a few flaws, but I honestly think a stretch of the imagination should correct and patch up those problems. I heartily recommend Source Code.