In the year 2159, 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 Rhodes (Jodie Foster), a hard line 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 (Matt Damon) 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..
✓ Released: [realease]
✓ Runtime : 109 minutes
✓ Genre: Science Fiction, Action, Drama, Thriller
✓ Stars: Matt Damon, Jodie Foster, Sharlto Copley, Alice Braga, Diego Luna
✓ Director: Francine Maisler, Philip Ivey, Lee Smith, April Ferry, Craig Berkey
The Elysium (2013) is another solid showing, complete with good performances and an intriguing mystery, but there's a lack of artistic ambition here that keeps it from elevating to the higher tiers of the genre.Although its storytelling isn't particularly innovative, The Elysium (2013) is an absorbing piece of television, with the potential to boost the appeal of Polish productions for an international audience."
Elysium (2013) is staring with Matt Damon, Jodie Foster, Sharlto Copley, Alice Braga, Diego Luna, a compelling, flawed story of true crime and obsession - and its flaws are part of what make it so intriguing. the movie can be very difficult to watch; it's haunting and incredibly sad. But that's also what made it all the more moving, in the end, to see the survivors join together: bonding, smiling, and living their lives in the light.
What gives Cursed its edge is the source material, which subverts centuries of lore and oppressive systems. The Netflix adaptation isn't nearly as captivating, but it still manages to be a quaint escape from reality. For better or worse, filmmaker Francine Maisler, Philip Ivey, Lee Smith, April Ferry, Craig Berkey juggles two parallel storylines. Basketball fans will be able to follow along with no problem, most already familiar with the story, but newcomers might find all the jumping around confusing.