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Elysium (I) (2013) 6.7
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Metascore: 61/100
Reviews: 798 user | 474 critic | 47 from Metacritic.com In the year 2154, the very wealthy live on a man-made space station while the rest of the population resides on a ruined Earth. A man takes on a mission that could bring equality to the polarized worlds. Director:Neill BlomkampWriter:Neill Blomkamp |
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Cast
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| Matt Damon | ... | ||
| Jodie Foster | ... | ||
| Sharlto Copley | ... | ||
| Alice Braga | ... | ||
| Diego Luna | ... | ||
| Wagner Moura | ... | ||
| William Fichtner | ... | ||
| Brandon Auret | ... | ||
| Josh Blacker | ... | ||
| Emma Tremblay | ... | ||
| Jose Pablo Cantillo | ... | ||
| Maxwell Perry Cotton | ... | ||
| Faran Tahir | ... | ||
| Adrian Holmes | ... | ||
| Jared Keeso | ... | ||
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In the year 2154, two classes of people exist: the very wealthy, who live on a pristine man-made space station called Elysium, and the rest, who live on an overpopulated, ruined Earth. Secretary Delacourt, a government official, will stop at nothing to enforce anti-immigration laws and preserve the luxurious lifestyle of the citizens of Elysium. That doesn't stop the people of Earth from trying to get in by any means they can. When unlucky Max is backed into a corner, he agrees to take on a daunting mission that, if successful, will not only save his life but could bring equality to these polarized worlds. Written by Production
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messiah | saviour | christ figure | social commentary | class differences |Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)
Rated R for strong bloody violence and language throughout | See all certifications »Parents Guide:
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9 August 2013 (USA) See more »Also Known As:
Eliziejus See more »Box Office
Budget:
$115,000,000 (estimated)Opening Weekend:
$29,807,393 (USA) (9 August 2013)Gross:
$93,050,117 (USA) (22 November 2013)Company Credits
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Title Card: Earth's wealthiest inhabitants fled the planet to preserve their way of life.
[pan from earth to an orbiting wheel world]
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"Piano Concerto No. 8 in C minor 'Pathetique' - Adagio Cantabile Written by Ludwig van Beethoven"
L. v. Beethoven wrote only five piano concertos (his eighth piano sonata is titled "Pathetique" however). See more »
Written by Roderick Jackson
Performed by Palms Down Percussion
Courtesy of Palms Down Percussion
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The car that Matt Damon and Diego Luna drive is a modified Nissan GT-R. The car was previously owned by director Neill Blomkamp. See more »Goofs
It is physically impossible for a shoulder-launched missile to reach low Earth orbit (approx 250 miles), never mind to catch up with spacecraft accelerating towards the location of Elysium - several hundred miles above the Earth - and certainly it could not do so within the few minutes portrayed. See more »Quotes
[first lines]Title Card: Earth's wealthiest inhabitants fled the planet to preserve their way of life.
[pan from earth to an orbiting wheel world]
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Crazy Credits
In the soundtrack part of the end titles it says:"Piano Concerto No. 8 in C minor 'Pathetique' - Adagio Cantabile Written by Ludwig van Beethoven"
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Kou KouWritten by Roderick Jackson
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Before watching Elysium, I read every review about it. And it seems to me that there are a lot of people that hated it. Most have said that the message in the film is what kept it 'likable'. Well, after I watched it, I thought to myself, "Why?". Trust me, don't believe any negative reviews about this film. Yes, it's flawed, but the film itself is really good.
Matt Damon was great in this film and he was a very likable hero. But Sharlto Copley, oh boy, he was one heck of a villain. He was so good, every scene he was in was disturbing, in a very, very creepy way. He owned almost every scene he was in and was the stronghold of this film. Jodie Foster as the other antagonist, err, she did her part I guess. Every one did a good job and they really enabled the film to lighten up in most areas.
So, this film was really good, and I was extremely pleased by it. The film did a nice job for making the audience feel attached to the characters, and I applaud to that. The action sequences were nice, and it didn't over power the film, something Elysium got right and what others sort of didn't. (Man Of Steel's epic final battle, was just TOO LONG!) Also on the scenes where it tones down and becomes emotional, was very well done, and it gives this movie heart. It's fast, epic, emotional and incredible.
Now, although the film is great, I only have one small gripe about Elysium. Now, the film is around about 109 minutes. I know, that when a film feels really good and it begins to near it's end, you don't want it to do that just yet. That's how I felt when I saw District 9, and I felt the same with Elysium. The film didn't feel rushed which was nice, but an extra half an hour would've been great.
Is it a Sci-Fi movie? Yes! Is it an action movie? It gets to it. Is it an epic Sci-Fi action movie? Yes. It is epic! It's definitely a must watch this year. I'm being generous to this film, because of the film's message consisting of poverty, wealth and equality. Watch this film with an open mind, and you will not be disappointed.
8/10