Plus with Eddie Redmayne and Felicity Jones back together again after their unforgettable chemistry in The Theory Of Everything, it had all the right ingredients.
While I don't think of it as strong as the previously mentioned films, there is a lot of fun to be had. I was surprised at how little story there actually was. It is essentially all about the mission and the adventure into the unknown.
To try and make a film out of it, there are scenes that cut away from the main plot to expand our characters backstory. I honestly did not feel it helped my enjoyment as I just wanted to go back to the main story.
I preferred the crux of the story as that was where all the action was. That aspect was very well executed and is clearly the films strongest aspect. The way it is shot really makes you feel you're there and it gives some eye-catching imagery. That mixed in with the visual effects really made it worth my time.
Redmayne and Jones continue to be great together, they carried this film well and kept me engaged. Seeing how they bounce off each other should see them be the next power movie duo to even rival the likes of Katharine Hepburn and Spencer Tracy.
While I felt Redmayne was as solid as you would expect, I didn't quite believe Felicity Jones' character at the beginning. The 'over the top' opening her character had just did not feel right. Thankfully Jones felt more at home after that with Redmayne and her introduction became more forgivable.
It was a shame that there wasn't much story to get your teeth into as i mentioned there were some very memorable moments that are worth seeing on the big screen.
It's simple to follow, there is fun and tension to experience and solid acting all round. The execution of the action mixed with the cinematography really gives the sense of spectacle, awe and wonder.
Outside of that, everything moves along a perfectly fine pace. It's nothing challenging. Just a fun time with two likable actors and sometimes, that's all you need.
Rating: 7/10
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