A fair share of people, at Sundance and beyond, have had a chance to see "Another Earth." It seems people are polarized by it - either loving it as I did or hating it as some did. Rather than give away too many secrets let me help you understand what side of the fence you'll probably be on: The "science" of the movie is merely a backdrop for a much more telling tale - one of the heart. William Mapother and Brit Marling are the ultimate "star crossed" people. They survive the tragedies of life while looking in a mirror of universal proportions. They FEEL, which isn't common in science fiction fare. Then again, this is NOT a "science fiction" film. In fact, it's LESS of a science fiction film than the revamped Battlestar Galactica was a science fiction show. Both BSG and Another Earth use the science (and significant "license") to help the story along.
The filters of the lens capture the depth and circumstance of both Mapother and Marling. Marling in particular warrants more screen time beyond this movie; she's not only stunning but soulful with an expressiveness that belies her age. Mapother is as always, very much the "soul of the moment" in so many moments within this film. Though as some have commented, some choices the characters make are "questionable," but the viewer has to remember that they're already suspending belief with the science shown.
If you're looking for a.) extreme technical accuracy vs. plausibility and "license" or b.) an action thriller or science fiction "tour de force," then this film is not for you. However, of you're looking for a refreshing change from the standard fare coming out of Hollywood, you will certainly enjoy "Another Earth."
The filters of the lens capture the depth and circumstance of both Mapother and Marling. Marling in particular warrants more screen time beyond this movie; she's not only stunning but soulful with an expressiveness that belies her age. Mapother is as always, very much the "soul of the moment" in so many moments within this film. Though as some have commented, some choices the characters make are "questionable," but the viewer has to remember that they're already suspending belief with the science shown.
If you're looking for a.) extreme technical accuracy vs. plausibility and "license" or b.) an action thriller or science fiction "tour de force," then this film is not for you. However, of you're looking for a refreshing change from the standard fare coming out of Hollywood, you will certainly enjoy "Another Earth."