District 9

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Matt May 23 Movie was just as good as I remembered from back in the day and solid theater experience. See more justin May 22 This movie is a total masterpiece. I loved it when it first released and I haven’t watched it since probably 2010 but seeing it again I couldn’t believe how good it actually still is to this day. The visual effects literally put modern day Disney effects to shame. The story is absolutely fascinating while being funny, realistic, grounded, and sci fi at the same time. There still is no movie like this. The structure remains completely unique, going from documentary style footage to cinematic with an insanely smooth flow. Full of new actors at the time, they channeled award worthy performances due to a passionate set. I loved this movie as a kid, but as an adult with refined taste and having explored so much, I actually put this up there now in my top favorites. I didn’t realize how much of a perfect movie it was until rewatching and now I realize this was lightning in a bottle. Watch it again, or for the first time. My gf totally loved it and she is not an easy one especially with sci-fi but she kept laughing and looking over at me the whole time smiling. (I was psyched!) See more Rico May 22 Great camera work that tied in the CGI See more Paolo F @XKP-Producer Jul 11 If you think District 9 is just another alien invasion movie, you're in for a surprise. The racism and segregation metaphor isn't subtle at all—it's practically screaming at you—but that's not a flaw. It's the engine that drives the entire film. What really makes this movie special is how unbelievably gripping it is. Once it starts, looking away isn't an option. The story keeps evolving in ways you don't expect, constantly raising the stakes. You'll end up hating some characters with a passion while desperately rooting for others. The action is brutal, the emotional arc hits hard, and the world feels disturbingly believable. Even if sci-fi isn't your thing, this is one of those rare films that deserves your attention. See more Ian S @RT48225084 Jun 26 Fresh approach to sci/fi. Heavy on the satire at times with an overt political and moral message. Plenty of ideas, action and blood. Visually good. Not a classic but a good movie and the running time was just right. A shame Blomkamp's career sort of stalled later. Shame he didn't get to make his Alien franchise movie. That probably would have kick started his career. See more Thomas F @RT21342935 Apr 29 Absolute must see original science fiction alien films. Deserved a sequel. The blend of news footage and handheld cameras makes the impossible feel mundane and terrifyingly real. The protagonist is convincing and powerful. The real life mirror to history is very well done. See more Read all reviews

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