Mission to Mars

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Greybrother D Despite a shaky start and a bit of a "big, dumb Summer movie" vibe, this turns out to be an enjoyable, if slightly silly film. Tense astronaut peril gives way to a far-out origin story that probably pissed off the creationists. Might help explain the low ratings. Rated 4/5 Stars •  Rated 4 out of 5 stars 05/19/25 Full Review Ralph R Brian De Palma's Mission to Mars (2000) delivers an engaging space exploration adventure that still holds up as a fascinating depiction of outer space, especially given the limited technical knowledge available at the time. While it may not be flawless in its execution, the film does a commendable job of portraying the challenges and mysteries of space travel. The performances, particularly from Gary Sinise and Don Cheadle, are standout elements. Their characters bring depth and emotion to the story, grounding the film's high-concept premise with human connection. The storyline is another highlight, offering a plot that’s unpredictable in true De Palma fashion. The layers of mystery and the well-written underlying message keep the audience invested throughout. The script may not be perfect, with some moments feeling a bit thin, but it works well in service of the overall narrative. Combined with De Palma’s direction, the dialogue and pacing help to maintain the film’s emotional and intellectual impact. Mission to Mars is a movie for those who appreciate science fiction with a thoughtful touch. Its visuals, strong performances, and engaging plot make it a memorable exploration of both outer space and the human spirit. Even after all these years, it’s a film that remains enjoyable to revisit. Rated 3/5 Stars •  Rated 3 out of 5 stars 11/24/24 Full Review Drew S One of if not my favorite astronaut film. Definitely my favorite movie about Mars. The music was truly incredible thanks to Ennio Morricone. I personally thought the acting was amazing especially the performances of Don Cheadle and Connie Nielson. Jerry O'Connell was funny as always. One of my few true complaints without cherry picking is I really wish we had more development from Gary Sinise's character. His character didn't really feel like a main character where his wife recently died. Don Cheadle's character was nearly perfect as far a character development and acting. I fully believed he was stranded on mars and was completely hopeless. I also feel the (spoilers) martian wasn't really convincing, it looked fine sure but for some reason it didn't look real which I only complain because the rest of the vfx are stellar especially for 2000. I highly recommend this film if you are a fan of these kind of movies. I give it a 85-90 out of 100 easily Rated 4/5 Stars •  Rated 4 out of 5 stars 09/15/24 Full Review Redbil A This movie was completely misunderstood by the journalists at the time. All I can do is implore people to watch it and stay with it. It is slow but you will be immersed by the end. De Palma at his best. Rated 4.5/5 Stars •  Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 05/12/24 Full Review King Z One of my favorite Sci Fi Movies. Cant believe how it got low ratings. Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 12/20/23 Full Review James K One of my favourite films, so much heart! Not your usual kill the aliens plot line. Visually beautiful, well acted, with characters you can care about. Music is delightful, plot is well thought through. I cry everytime I watch it, lovely❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 10/17/23 Full Review Read all reviews

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