Another Earth

After my rant the other day about Siffy (Syfy) canceling yet another decent sci-fi show, I went out and caught this amazing intimate, indie, Sci-Fi film called Another Earth.  This movie blew me away!! Directed and co-written by Mark Cahill, it’s a smart, moving movie for an intelligent audience. I had goose bumps from the impact of the final scene.  I won’t spoil it for anyone, it’s a must-see. Brit Marling (co-writer, co-producer and lead) plays Rhoda Williams and her quiet, nuanced performance is painfully beautiful.  William Mapother plays the part of John Burroughs, a once successful composer who’s impacted by a tragic accident. Both actors are compelling to watch as broken human beings trying to regain back their lives by connecting with one another. There were several scenes were I was gripped by the raw-ness of exposed human emotions.  I sat in the theater with hand over mouth when the big revelation was slowly uncovered.  And the soundtrack is sublime.  
If you are looking for alien wars with shoot-em up with lasers then this is NOT the movie to see.  But if you are looking for a film that takes a look at the nature of our world and our humanity then this is a must-see! This film is unique and had restored my faith in the ability for quality movies to come out.  I really hope it finds an audience because this kind of work is extraordinary!!      

Check out their website:  http://www.foxsearchlight.com/anotherearth/   

Or their trailer (see below):



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