Review of Source Code (2011) by Ed C — 17 Sep 2013

Source Code is an imperfect but nevertheless enthralling Science Fiction film that's more or less equal parts thinking man's picture and general crowd pleaser. Unlike Director Duncan Jones's Moon -- which was more of a straight psychological picture -- Source Code plays a bit more as big, sweeping, entertaining cinema, but Jones has done a fine job of molding the picture into one that's almost uniquely fit for all audiences.

There's enough Action to satisfy those who wish to enjoy Source Code as more of a "leave the brain at the door" sort of experience, and there are plenty of layers and subtleties that are both peripheral and central to the plot to satisfy more demanding audiences.

Source Code is a fine followup to Moon, and even if it often feels like any number of movies jumbled together as one, the end result is quite good and well worth a watch or two.