Snowpiercer is refreshing and innovative
BY WYATT FOWLER
This weekend I had the pleasure of watching Snowpiercer, an apocalyptic Korean film directed by Bong Joon-Hoo. At first, I was skeptical as many similar movies I’ve seen recently have been bland and lacked creativity. However, after watching the film I can say that Snowpiercer is a refreshing and innovative addition to an otherwise sluggish genre.
The first thing that stands out about this movie is its unique setting. The entire film is set on a self-sustaining train doomed to travel around our frozen planet for the foreseeable future. This provides a completely new backdrop for the genre, and is a welcome change from the typical zombie invasion or nuclear disaster.
The second thing that stands out is its unique themes. Many movies drown out any deeper meaning in blood, guts and, unrelenting action. This is not a problem for Snowpiercer. Although the movie may be action-filled, its themes of greed, inequality, and survival will leave you questioning your own position in life.
The final thing that stands out is its execution. The movie has a fantastic cast, and the star actor, Chris Evans, conveys every ounce of emotion with unflinching realism. The movie is well paced and every second will have viewers on the edge of their seats with either suspense or excitement. The movie’s special effects are cutting edge, and the way it's filmed will almost make you forget that you’re watching a movie, as opposed to a real life event.
I cannot find a single complaint about this wonderful film. I encourage everyone to watch this movie as I guarantee it will be the highlight of your week.
The first thing that stands out about this movie is its unique setting. The entire film is set on a self-sustaining train doomed to travel around our frozen planet for the foreseeable future. This provides a completely new backdrop for the genre, and is a welcome change from the typical zombie invasion or nuclear disaster.
The second thing that stands out is its unique themes. Many movies drown out any deeper meaning in blood, guts and, unrelenting action. This is not a problem for Snowpiercer. Although the movie may be action-filled, its themes of greed, inequality, and survival will leave you questioning your own position in life.
The final thing that stands out is its execution. The movie has a fantastic cast, and the star actor, Chris Evans, conveys every ounce of emotion with unflinching realism. The movie is well paced and every second will have viewers on the edge of their seats with either suspense or excitement. The movie’s special effects are cutting edge, and the way it's filmed will almost make you forget that you’re watching a movie, as opposed to a real life event.
I cannot find a single complaint about this wonderful film. I encourage everyone to watch this movie as I guarantee it will be the highlight of your week.
