Review of Atlas Shrugged: Part I (2011) by Tjhunter83 — 15 Apr 2011

When the dust settles and IF the politics can be pushed to the side, then I think intelligent film reviewers will be able to discuss this film in terms of cinematic effort. I also think that in time - this movie will be closely studied by the film community in terms of how guerrilla film making CAN work.

There is no denying that many theaters were SOLD OUT to the premier on Friday night. Now - there were many options available (Hop, Scream 4, etc etc)...but - a film about Capitalism pulled viewers and their $$ in - to see what was essentially a long board-room meeting.

Liberals take note: you also have the ability to take Mein Kampf, or the Communist Manifesto - or hell - even "The Audacity of Hope" and turn it into a movie that will make a quick profit.

Atlas Shrugged Part 1 was a perfect example of how editing, efficient CGI and low-key (yet fierce) talent can turn what should have been a DOA effort into something that registers in the realm of greatness.

Like all great business ventures, Atlas Shrugged Part 1 was efficient, stream lined and developed in terms of maximum viewers (thus profit). Let some time pass...let the intelligentsia move onto more important enemies (Transformers 3??) - those of us in the know - know that this will be one of the most important films made regardless of what side of the fence you are on.