Rating of
4/4
A Masterful Stroke of Silences
Franz Patrick - wrote on 02/11/08
I really enjoyed this film, not only because it reminded me of "28 Days Later," but because I saw this film alone and it was about isolation. I absorbed every image this film has to offer because of how haunting the prospect of finding a cure for cancer but turning out to be the opposite. If someone does finally find a cure for cancer, I'll definitely think of this picture. I was surprised by the intensity of the first forty minutes of the movie. The silences are extremely appropriate; when something makes a sound, my brain couldn't help but think, "Danger! Danger!" I was quite amused. Although the ending was kind of a letdown, I think it's not that bad because it's hopeful and sad at the same time. I think this is one of Will Smith's best movies theme-wise and acting-wise. More than half of the film, he has to talk to either a dog or an inanimate object... and he makes it work all the way. The scenes with his family really got to me and they elevated this movie in many ways. It may not garner Oscars but I'm glad it's getting the acclaim it deserves.
