Visually stunning. It would have been impossible to be faithful to Asimov's novels. Because they cover a time span that lasts centuries, and because they were written in the 1950s, imagining things that today could have a steampunk flavor. So adaptations are welcome. The novels themselves were born on the basis of short stories and were anything but perfect. Only later were they appreciated. But just as the novels were innovative in their time, in the same way this TV series represents, in my opinion, the best that could be expected. The distortion of roles should not be displeasing. If a woman can play 007, I don't see why shouldn't be able to play Salvor Hardin. Those who loved Asimov's novels will only be surprised. Not disappointed.
The Matrix meets Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind…meets Ratatouille?
Surprisingly good. This was by far the best Low Budget movie I have seen in a long time. It actually had a good ending which most movie lack now a days.
I saw this film at the cinema. The sound system was terrific and made for a great movie experience: every crackle, bass boom, glitch, and song played was felt.
Fassbender's performance was played straight: no dramatics beyond what the film made. I've read the graphic novel on which the film is based, and it made for a more intense and action-packed experience. On the other hand, the film injected boredom and a kind of lightness that the graphic novel didn't have.
I don't think the film will have a sequel or prequel made, but it could happen, I suppose.
The soundtrack was magnificent: I've rarely heard Ross/Reznor make a more immersive and ambient soundtrack, which showed in the film. Fincher rid himself of the 'Panic Room' and 'Alien 3' theatrics with constant panning and special effects. I somehow feel that he's come into his own as a director more now than ever.
I guess this film owes a lot to the old 'Le Samouraï' film, a masterful dance through the mundane and extraordinary life of a hit person.
The Smiths. I love The Smiths. It was nice to hear some of their songs played throughout the film. I nearly wish they'd played Johnny Marr's guitar solo in 'Shoplifters Of The World (Unite and Take Over)', but it was cut off, which was perhaps for the best. A minor thing.
Tilda Swinton played her role low-handed. Talk about a character having come to terms;: perhaps they'd always been at peace with potential work outcome.
Part of me would like to rework the script, but then, I believe it was first worked on twenty years ago; that script may have seen some revision over decades.
All in all: this film is really worth seeing. The views, vistas, colours, the mundane, most acting... I loved the rhythm of the film; I can't say one part of the film is better than another, which is often the case for Fincher films, for me.
The pilot episode is just brilliant. Wipes the floor with the rest of new sci fi television. The vistas and scenic design may be the best since Lynch's Dune. Watch on the biggest screen you've got.
Watched first 2 episodes.
Slow and not very interesting. The characters are completely devoid life - they might as well have been robots. There's no reason to be interested in any person in this show they are so one-dimensional.
The show only becomes remotely interesting in the final 2 minutes - convenient to get you to watch the next episode's drivel...until the final 2 minutes...so you'll watch the next episode... NOPE, done.
Visually - 8/10
Story 3/10
Watchable 0/10
Ugh. I really wish this had some redeeming qualities but it was such a wasted opportunity. I really wanted to like it, I really did. Oh well, I will rewatch the old ones and forget this one exists that’s all.
To much drama, really. I got all sad after watching every episode, and my boyfriend was upset and bored.
An Oscar-bait movie through and through. The set design and Rosamund Pike's performace are the only things working here. The writing and direction couldn't be more bland.
Marie Curie deserves better than this.