Ok, so I'll try and give an unbiased opinion of this film, given the love I have for Matt ∂amon, this might be a little difficult, but here goes.
Essentially this film is a romance. Albeit, a sci-fi romance. I'd heard people throwing around that this film was the poor man's INCEPTION, and although the plot does contain much about mind altering and the like, that would be for me where the similarities end. And It's definitely alot easier to follow this plot!! Without bias, I would say the reason this film works so well is Matt Damon, and his costar Emily Blunt, whom I also adore. From the minute Matt hits the screen, you are drawn to him and happily take the ride, wherever he is going!! And without spoiling the plot, I want their first kiss! The chemistry is definitely there.
The official synopsis goes something like this:
"On the brink of winning a seat in the U.S. Senate, ambitious politician David Norris (Damon) meets beautiful contemporary ballet dancer Elise Sellas (Emily Blunt)--a woman like none he's ever known. But just as he realizes he's falling for her, mysterious men conspire to keep the two apart. David learns he is up against the agents of Fate itself--the men of The Adjustment Bureau--who will do everything in their considerable power to prevent David and Elise from being together. In the face of overwhelming odds, he must either let her go and accept a predetermined path...or risk everything to defy Fate and be with her."
The supporting cast are also great, headed up by Anthony mackie, who has the potential to be one of our great actors. New York city also features fairly heavily in this one, and it did make me yearn for a bit of a trip to the Big Apple.
Who makes our decisions? Do we have free will or is everything in our lives premeditated to fit into the grand scheme of things? It's an interesting concept and it will leave you thinking....
In summary, this is a great little movie. Don't expect to be blown away by amazing visual effects and mind bending plots as in INCEPTION, but do see this film if you are on a date with a new person (ripper date film!), if you like a little sci-fi with your romance, if you love a good romance and most particularly, if you love Matt ∂amon. On any of these levels this should be an enjoyable experience for you.
Check out this little featurette, with the cast chatting in between clips for a better idea about the film
