Review of Déjà Vu (2006) by Evgeniy Gal F — 15 Jul 2015

As far as detective stories go, this movie is definitely good. Yet in other aspects it suffered less than perfect writing and plot structure. Acting quality however saved the day in the end.

Denzel Washington is a big deal in this movie, since his role and portray of the Doug Carlin is the reason this movie is worth watching. With the support of Paula Patton, acting excellently as well, Washington provides us with a character you can root for. You really want him to be the last man standing and this is why this movie is good.

The plot has a few holes, and the idea on which the story is constructed is very interesting, on the one hand, yet lacking in depth on the other. It would be much enjoyable for both drama fans as well as thrill seekers, if it was better written.

Though the scientific background for the idea in the movie is virtually non-existent, even in the futuristic fiction form, is not very realistic this movie still manages to be interesting for science geeks.

The story also addresses the concept of Déjà vu in a fun way, providing a unique theory to what really causes it. As a core idea it is fun to ponder on, yet I wished there was a cleverer and direct reference in the movie to that subject.

The detective of the aspect is done best. There is mystery almost to the very end and the surprising plot twists are actually well fashioned. A movie that is described as mystery adventure has to live up to certain standards and in this aspect the writers did a good job.

Regardless of the disadvantage in the plot I still consider it to be a good movie.

In the end of the day we come to the cinema to be entertained, and this movie defiantly does the job in that field. I genuinely enjoyed it. So the verdict here is B+.