Review of District 9 (2009) by Brandon S — 21 Aug 2015

The science fiction genre seems to produce one indisputable masterpiece at least once in a generation. My grandparents had "Metropolis." My parents had "Star Wars," and I have "District 9.".

This is a near perfect film in every sense. From the performances to the cinematography; the visual effects to the incredible action, and, of course, Neil Blomkamp's sure-handed skill behind the camera, this is a fantastic work of art. This is a film that needs to be celebrated for what it is: the most unique and important film about institutionalized racism to be produced since "Schindler's List.".

It's a film about how ignorance toward another race or culture does cause very real problems in the world and how it's our job as people to be accepting and never speak out of ignorance, as we've gotten into the habit of doing.

Overall, this is an important film with a lot to say, and it says it all with what I found to be raw beauty and grace. Blomkamp doesn't sugarcoat anything, and he certainly doesn't pander. For those who care to look, there is an incredible expression of sociopolitical dissatisfaction here. I loved it!