Movie No. 194 (2013): GRAVITY

Gravity (2013)
Director: Alfonso Cuaron
Cast: Sandra Bullock, George Clooney

One thing I'm in so much agreement with the movie, especially with the character Dr. Ryan projected: When you're desperate, or can't do anything about the ugly situation you get tangled in, you just let it be, and whether your survive in one piece or get burned alive, it'll be one hell of a ride.

Trust me, the movie, which, in a way, is like a gravity appreciation visual aid in a physics class, is one hell of a story. There are only two characters: Dr. Ryan (Sandra Bullock) and Lt. Kowalski (George Clooney). This is the very first time that I really appreciate Sandra Bullock's thespian prowess in effectively acting out the mortal fear in Dr. Ryan's head as she's trying everything to survive the space mishap. George Clooney (or his character) is so endearing and admirable as an astronaut in his last space walk. The movie had taken me to the edge of my seat after the first 15 or 20 minutes of characterization phase to the last scene before the end credits. Again, it's one hell of a ride. 

Alfonso Cuaron, one of the most under appreciated directors, certainly deserves a recognition for his work here. While I consider this as his most ambitious and best film, so far, his other great films are still worth mentioning, like Y Tu Mama Tambien, A Little Princess, Children of Men and The Prisoner of Azkaban.

Rating: 4.0/4.0

Date seen: December 15, 2013