Review of Air (2015) by Jason K — 21 May 2016

Review:

This is a mediocre movie that is set in a bunker and based around 2 engineers, Cartwright (Djimon Hounsou) and Bauer (Norman Reedus) who are preserving elements of mankind, that are unique and irreplaceable. These 2 working class engineers have to go through there day to day tasks, to keep the bunker running smoothly, so they completely have trust in each other, along with a friendly relationship. After a severe system failure, which damages the air coming into the bunker, Bauer finds out information about Cartwright, which effects there close relationship and could damage the precious cargo that they need to preserve. I must admit, the whole dark tone and 80's type soundtrack did get to me after a while and I did find Bauers actions a bit over the top but it's still a watchable movie which must have been difficult to direct, because it's based on 2 characters in a confined space. I liked the chemistry between the two characters but it does take some time to get going and the ending was a bit weak. Average!

Round-Up:

I've always been a fan of Djimon Hounsou's, 52, work since his amazing performance in Spielbergs, Amistad in 1997 but his career didn't blow up as it could have done. He was great in Blood Diamond and Gladiator but a lot of his projects, like the Tempest, the Island, Push and Elephant White, have been disappointing. It was good to see him in the latest Fast & Furious movie, and as a villain in the Guardians of the Galaxy but it's a shame that he hasn't become a bigger star. This is the first major release from director Christian Cantamessa, who also wrote the movie. He didn't do a bad job for his first movie and he picked two good actors to play the lead but he could have brought in other elements to the storyline, which would have made it more interesting.

I recommend this movie to people who are into their sci-fi/thrillers starring Norman Reedus, Djimon Hounsou, Sandrine Holt and Michael Hogan. 4/10.