The visuals in this movie are just stunning. Charlize Theron is incredibly gorgeous, and the color palette overall is very warm, offsetting the sterility of the walled city. The scenes on the spires and the sky-ship are knockouts.
The source material is very obtuse, and so is most of this flick. I really liked the story as it gradually developed, and we came to see the reality of what was going on. It does require the viewer to hang in there until everything is explained, but the ride is definitely worth it. It is a throwback to somewhat kitschy sci-fi from the 60s and 70s; its progenitors are (obviously) "Barbarella"/1968; (sets and costumes) "Fahrenheit 451"/1966; and (themes)"Zardoz"/1974.
Destined to be a cult favorite, and will make a TON of money on DVD, trust me.
The source material is very obtuse, and so is most of this flick. I really liked the story as it gradually developed, and we came to see the reality of what was going on. It does require the viewer to hang in there until everything is explained, but the ride is definitely worth it. It is a throwback to somewhat kitschy sci-fi from the 60s and 70s; its progenitors are (obviously) "Barbarella"/1968; (sets and costumes) "Fahrenheit 451"/1966; and (themes)"Zardoz"/1974.
Destined to be a cult favorite, and will make a TON of money on DVD, trust me.