Review of City of Ember (2008) by Yannick F — 24 Apr 2009
While it's ultimately a failure as a movie, I'm deeply smitten with its production design. The idea of an isolated society running out of resources is a striking premise, and the sets and props tell the story far better than the script.
For instance, the headquarters of the foot messenger service is a room littered with piles of old rotary phones and long-abandoned switchboards. If you liked the eye candy aspects of City of Lost Children, Dark City, and Bioshock, you'll find something to like here too.
This review of City of Ember (2008) was written by Yannick F on 24 Apr 2009.
City of Ember has generally received mixed reviews.
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