The star power alone behind this movie is worth the watch. A boy with special abilities goes on the run with his father for a specific purpose while being pursued by a religious group and the FBI. This is a very restrained and tense film that lulls you into a sense of safety and is laced with very realistic and slightly creepy reveals, showing that nothing and no one is safe. The score is minimal, the shots linger on the expressions and intentions of each character. The dialogue is few and well chosen, as well. I enjoy a sci-fi movie that is not afraid to be quiet. So many sci-fi movies just overwhelm you with explosions, outlandish set pieces, and gobs of exposition, but this all about the attempted calm and the drama is often happening internally. Sans spoilers, the ending is beautifully designed and will leave you wanting more. My criticism is that it is at times too minimal and lacks a little warmth, but it’s nice to see a movie with some negative space.
Popcorn perks:
-Adam Driver’s NSA communications analyst character is everything
-The white room interrogation scene
-”Is it too much to ask you to punch me in the face?”
Classic Car Watch: ‘72 Chevrolet Chevelle
