Thread: The Book of Eli

First things first... I am not a fan on Denzel. Crimson Tide and The Seige absolutely sucked (IMHO)... I wrote him off as a decent actor, and didn't care to watch him spew the "Anti-White" and "Damn the Man" trash any more.

I had a few friends telling me that The Book of Eli was seriously good. I caved... Had some free time in Minnesota last week, after my project team flew back home. It was about -10 degrees outside, and the theater looked warm.

To the movie:

My low expectations were blown away after about the first 5 minutes. I don't think a word was spoken until about 6-7 minutes into the movie. VERY well done, with EXCELENT camera work, and a very well told story with the fewest words possible. There is a significant amount of time with only one character on the screen (think of Castaway), so how do you tell the story? No narration required (think of the Directors cut of Blade Runner)... He didn't take that pathway (spoonfeeding the viewer), and actually had to act.

This movie isn't going to get much recognition, but it is definately worth seeing. The imagery is outstanding, the story line is VERY well done, there are some unexpected twists and turns... One of which completely surprised me, in a GOOD way. Per Junkies scale of movie reviews... See this movie, pay full price & buy a soda and popcorn, but don't take a date.

I give this one a solid TWO thumbs up. I'll be buying the DVD when it is available, and I may even go see it again, while it is still playing on the big screen. I have only seen Avatar one time (so far), so that is a good endorsement of The Book of Eli...

cool. Thanks for the review. I might go see this if I get to go to the movies soon. Too much good stuff coming out real soon though. Cant wait for Kick A$$. Gonna be awesome. And then IM2 after that. Ready for the warm weather and good movies.

saw it this weekend, good story, good acting, overall good film