helloheather30

Having been a fan of the original trilogy and Prometheus, we were sorely disappointed. Thin plot, zero character development and way too dark visually.

The brilliance of many other alien titles, (to my taste), is the balance of light and dark, calm and frantic. Decent storylines, interesting characters and periods of light, calm and conversation giving the flashes of action and monsters far more impact whilst caring about the individuals. Add fine the acting of well cast characters in the older films this made a great recipe of interest and excitement.

Sadly this version seemed only to feature a disjointed story told in the depths of darkness running from monsters all the way through. In spite of maximum action this made it quite bland, featureless and predictable. Bring back Sigourney Weaver and a talented script writer and a lighting guy!

I was really expecting to be fully absorbed and excited by this film depicting a true story. Maybe there's something wrong with me or my anticipation was overblown but I was bitterly disappointed.

Such interesting and thought provoking themes could have made a spectacular, exciting and engaging movie. The critics seemed impressed but as a cinema goer I found the film dull, slow and lacking in any emotional connection.

Performances by De Niro and DeCaprio were on form but the much anticipated performance by the female lead I found featureless and lacking. Maybe her character was intentionally bland but I couldn't empathise the way I wanted to.

In my layperson opinion this would have been better if twice as dramatic and half the length.

This film showcases Guy Ritchie's individuality through and through and he doesn't disappoint. Eccentric characters, plot twists and action, interjected with subtle or hilarious conversations. The lesser roles of Hugh Grant and Colin Farrell are superbly acted and larger than life, against the more conventional leads of Matthew Mcconaughey and Charlie Hunnam

It was great to witness so many cinema goers roaring with laughter.

Absorbing story telling is mixed with modern, fast paced, cinematic tricks, music and colour.

Refreshing and original . A total blast!