Awareness

Once again yet another film that explains nothing to you as in subject matter or character background information, On top of that there is nobody you give a real damn about so, I found myself not caring what happened to anyone in the film. Both parties that are vying for control of the films main character are totally untrustworthy and very dislike-able and, the main character himself is just your typical youth, unthinking, rash and a petulant dipstick.

I think the directing of this film left a lot to be desired and the story (though a fairly good idea) just rambled about in an non thrilling meander. The only thing that was well presented, choreographed and enacted were the action/fight scenes.

This may have been a far more interesting film had a talent like Guillermo del Toro had been the director.

In this Spanish sci-fi film Ian is a teenager with a strange power; he can create mental illusions that others perceive as reality, at least while he is influencing them. With his father he uses it for low level scams. Anything too big would attract the wrong kind of attention. Inevitably this ultimately happens and Ian is about to learn that he isn't the only one with such powers. Captured by a shadowy agency he is told that he is needed to protect against others like him who abuse the powers on a large scale; in particular a dangerous individual known as 'The Mule'. Following an escape others tell him that it is the agency that is the real danger... who is he to believe? Given their powers can he even believe the evidence of his own eyes?

I thought this was an enjoyably sci-fi film. Not surprisingly there are plenty of twists and turns before the end. I liked how these kept the viewer guessing as to which, if either, side could be considered the good side. There is a good amount of action which features fairly solid special effects. The cast does a solid job. Inevitably one is likely to be reminded of other films while watching; such as 'Hanna', 'Inception' and 'The Matrix'... even though this isn't too like any of them. The most obvious nod is to the 'Foundation' series by Isaac Asimov with a character with telepathic powers known as The Mule. Overall an enjoyable sci-fi with good amount of action; I'd recommend giving it a go.

These comments are based on watching the film in Spanish with English subtitles.

Awareness is a great idea and starts with a brilliant premises but diminishes as it unfolds. The story starts with a young boy protected by a father figure barely making it and stealing alcohol of all things. The father figure ultimately is drunk who they attempt to make us feel compassion for but did little to earn the title an actual father figure.

The most frustrating part of this movie is its potential, such a great idea wasted. The main character, Ian, we learn has an ability to alter perception and it attempting to evade an organization which is tracking him for this gift. Initially you have compassion for Ian but ultimately I found myself giving up on him as he comes across as a spoiled brat.

This is a movie of potential but ends with making bad choices and asking yourself, what was the point of the story? Seem the bad guys triumphed and the idiot kid who can project ideas into others was duped.

I understand that people have different preferences and standards for quality, but it's important to consider the kind of expectations you have when watching a movie.

This film offers a decent experience with a script that includes some unexpected twists, but it might not live up to everyone's standards. The production values are good, with nice effects and direction. The lead actor does a fine job, contributing to a narrative that's engaging enough for a casual watch. It's important to set appropriate expectations; if you're hoping for a groundbreaking sci-fi epic, this might not be it. Overall, it's a fair movie, worthy of about a 6.5/10. It won't blow you away, but it's a reasonable choice for a relaxed movie night.

Storyline revolves around an innocent guy with an unknown past whose super-powered. Captured by perceived bad guys, he's aided by the usual pretty girl, and a suave guy from the shadows. Dear old Dad is a stereo-typed drunk who boasts advice, but ignored. And there's a naughty evil acting girl too. The plot is to find the secret to those super-powers, with lots of collateral damage in various battles. A few too many characters from a hundred different movies, but its one of those B-grade movies which plays out quite well, and well worth a watch, even if it is almost 2 hours.

As its becoming common with todays syfy movies, this one is a good concept, nothing new or too original, but entertaining enough to watch, and never too slow. Spanish in language, but fine with subtitles or dubbing if you're English speaking.