Dorathen
Better Late Then Never
TaryBiggBall
It was OK. I don't see why everyone loves it so much. It wasn't very smart or deep or well-directed.
Geraldine
The story, direction, characters, and writing/dialogue is akin to taking a tranquilizer shot to the neck, but everything else was so well done.
afloresx1981
The story is a very original blend of thriller, sci-fi and drama, combining chess and the space shuttle is quite intriguing and it works. As the story unfolds you are taken by surprise by its twists. Things happen to the crew members without a specific reason and you keep wondering why until it all becomes clear at the end.The sound - especially once the characters find themselves zapped on another planet – is terrific. The directing was clean, the acting believable, although some characters veered into one-note territory, like the second in command Mary Bishop. The editing keeps it togetherwith a suspense pacing. Overall, this movie is an entertaining thriller with many potential threads.
empiit69
I was very fortunate to attend the Hollywood Premiere of Atlantis Down at the Chinese Mann Theater last Feb 20th and the Q&A that followed it. Micheal Rooker, Dean Haglund were there with the whole cast and the Italian director/producer Max Bartoli. It was a 10.15 pm screening on a Sunday and I thought I'd have found an empty theater, but to my surprise I found a packed house for this small Indie film. What experience! I had a blast.I've never been a big sci-fi fanatic, but this film delivers on suspense, and thrills. It's a smart, focused, and suspenseful movie. The opening with its the great CGI and score, sets up the tone of the movie. The way the story unfolds – although it feels a bit slow at the beginning - keeps you on the edge of your seat and makes it an enjoyable experience. The performances by all the actors are excellent. Cinematography is beautiful. The ending leaves us with tons of questions, but I guess this is what the director wanted the audience to feel, so it's fine with me.If you are be lucky to find it in the theater near you or on DVD, don't miss it.
schneiderricetti
"A remarkable film who brings across the contradictions of everyone's childhood, which sometimes may overwhelm us in an inconvenient moment and create difficult situations. An exciting psychological thriller with an unexpected end. A good story with perfect matching music. Solid acting and flawless direction. The cast, led by a terrific Michael Rooker (unforgettable in Days of Thunder, The Bone Collector and in JFK) and Greg Travis is really convincing. Good the performance of the younger and less known cast members, especially of the Filippina actress Mae Flores. The special effects are amazing." Ruth Schneider-Ricetti
gill-simpson
The plot is very intricate, with a keep-you-on-the-edge-of-your-seat type feel. It keeps you wondering what is real and what is not. It's unusual to find a movie with an emotional plot as it is unusual to find smart scifi films. I watched it twice and its shocking ending blew my mind both times. The direction, the editing, the sound and the photography are outstanding. Speaking about the cast, I've always been a huge fan of Michael Rooker, one of Hollywood's finest under evaluated actors and his performance in this film lives up to his standards. I also discovered Travis Quentin Young, his acting shows talent. I could feel his anguish at the end and wanted to root for something "more" for his character. Bottom line is: if you're looking for a night of pure "brainless" entertainment this might not be the right choice for you.
