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Reviews Counted: 44

Fresh: 43
Rotten:1
Average Rating: 8/10
Consensus: Technically brilliant and socially poignant, District 9 has action, imagination, and all the elements of a thoroughly entertaining science-fiction classic.
.Rated: R [See Full Rating] for bloody violence and pervasive language.

Runtime: 1 hr 52 mins

Genre: Science-Fiction/Fantasy
Theatrical Release:Aug 14, 2009 Wide
Synopsis: Genre master Peter Jackson produces this science-fiction film, the directorial debut of Neill Blomkamp. In District 9, South Africa has become a haven for refugees--from outer space. Genre master Peter Jackson produces this science-fiction film, the directorial debut of Neill Blomkamp. In District 9, South Afica has become a haven for refugees--from outer space. [More]

I'm going to go see it Sunday. Woohooo!!!!

Seeing it tomorrow,

Saw the midnight showing.


It was really really good. Unfortunately, I read critic reviews of it so I knew the storyline already. I probably should have not done so, cause there are parts of the story that are better off not revealed before watching the movie.


A couple of things VERY SLIGHT SPOILER ALERT BELOW




I found the policy of 'aborting' larva to be very reminiscent of some of Hitler's final solution policies, and there were very definite political statements being made by the film.

Also, I found the concept of a stranded alien ship on earth for 20 years without reinforcements arriving to be a bit odd. These creatures are very advanced and they should have been able to send some kind of a signal back to their planet. It just didn't make sense. But then again, the story isn't really about THOSE details--it's a metaphor for our own treatment of ourselves really, so it's a detail I let slide pretty easily.

The 'bad guys' are a bit one dimensional. It seems like the main aliens are the only ones that display a full range of emotions---in other words, they're the most human in the movie. I wonder if this was deliberate.


Overall, probably one of the best sci-fi movies to come out in a long, long time. One that attempts to do more than just dazzle with special effects.

I'll be going to see it on Sat. The trailor they showed almost 2 months ago looked good.

anyone else see it?

I'm going to see it in about an hour. Woohoo!

Imago said:

I do not find that odd. They are still bound by physics. If we assume no faster than light travel or communications are possible, then even at light speed it could easily take more than 20 years for a rescue.

OnlyNDaUsa said:

Actually, even with conceivable ion drives, it would take 4,000 years to get from here to our nearest star, and that's approaching the speed of light. That part I get.

But the alien specifically tells Vickus (SPOILER ALERT) that he will be back in 3 years time. This means it will take 1.5 years to get to his home planet using their technology. And thus, 1.5 years back.

Hence my finding the 20 years odd.

The most amazing Anti-hollywood movie I have ever seen, this movie is not to be missed!!
[Edited 8/16/09 21:49pm]

Seeing it this week. Can't wait!

Saw it last night. It is indeed excellent, as the story serves as an allegory for the political and racial dissonance of South Africa (and really, the world as a whole).

Sooooo good and so funny in parts.

What I loved is that if you see all the trailers for the movie, you still have no clue what goes on in the movie. Awesome.

How cute was the little guy?

Moonbeam said:

YOu stold that from my blog. I know you did.

Imago said:

Huh?

Moonbeam said:

oh wait. I didn't tag anybody in that facebook note :faloff:

Just as well. I have no business reviewing movies.

Imago said:

Come and see it with me. Chris hates the movie theater.

PunkMistress said:

I can't

Hopefully I'll be in Tampa around the holidays.
I miss Tampa. Tampa had ass. Lots of it.

Imago said:

Imago said:

I say it was intentional. But I don't think it was only the aliens showing a range of emotions.
The corporation was about business, emotion and business don't go together . . .

We don't know why the ship lost power, so it may not have been able to send a signal home.
I thought this is a great sci-fi movie that will become a classic.

Very political on a lot of levels.
Notice the victims of apartheid, advocating similar policies for a new 'other.'

Imago said:

Excellent . I thought it was a great satire. Very exiting and stirred up a lot of emotions

TheBahtMaster said:

I was very upset that there were no Bahts in this movie.

I loved it...but uh...the ending made me


Plus uh...they sure covered quite a few social issues and even took some stereotypes to another level.

DesireeNevermind said:

I just saw it.
I feel the same what you said.

Imago said:

DesireeNevermind said:

To make sure some people didn't miss it?

so is rottentomatoes consulted before all movies? i dont think i been on there since 2005

Christopher said:

Actually yes. Ok, well not all. But I'll check it out see if something is as bad as I suspect.
If a movie is rated lower than 20%, I've repeatedly found it's not worth seeing at the theater.
I don't see movies based on how they are rated though. I knew 'Transformers 2' and 'G.I. Joe,' were trash going in but they were fun. 'Terminator: Salvation,' wasn't even fun.
If I like a movie, I could care less what it's rated on RottenTomatoes or anywhere else. I don't expect the wave that floats my boat to lift all boats. My taste and attractions are allowed to be unique to me, regardless . . . of course that's just referring to my taste in movies, not life in general . . .
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MIGUELGOMEZ said:

The movie was that good that I did not notice that there were no good bahts in it.
The bahtMaster must be failing

I walked out half way through....just could not get in to it...

I also do not recommend "the Goods"...predictable and stooopid.....some funny bits...but fuckin' dumb!

I am hoping Inglorious Basterds is good on Friday....