Review of Soylent Green (1973) by Alfonso S — 20 Jul 2014
In a dystopian future that is over populated and over polluted, the world is forced to rely on what little rations the government allows. Real food has become so rare only the rich can afford it, and the rations are soylent red, yellow, and the more appetizing but less available Soylent Green.
Charlton Heston plays a cop investigating the murder of a rich guy involved with the soylent factories, which leads to his discovery of the shocking truth behind soylent green....it's people! It's a great ending to a decent but not thoroughly entertaining 70s sci-fi film.
It lacks pace and Heston's character isn't terribly likable, but there are some fine moments from Edward G. Robinson (in his final acting role) and Brock Peters, and the ending is a classic.
This review of Soylent Green (1973) was written by Alfonso S on 20 Jul 2014.
Soylent Green has generally received positive reviews.
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