Chronicle (12A)
Directed by: Josh Trank, Starring: Dane DeHaan, Alex Russel, and Michael B. Jordan
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to have super powers? If not, then either take a second and imagine, or, stop reading.? The sci-fi action film Chronicle puts a provocative spin on the hero formula that has captured audience?s imaginations for centuries.
From the minds of Director Josh Trank and Writer Max Landis comes the story of three high school students about to make a really powerful discovery. Shot as if from the point-of-view of a handheld camera, Chronicle has a Cloverfield-like feel that is more documentary than fantasy film. Thankfully, Director of Cinematography Matthew Jensen is able to pull this technique off without giving viewers a dizzying headache.
Upon leaving a party in an abandoned warehouse intellectual Matt Garetty (Alex Russell), student body president Steven Montgomery (Michael B. Jordan), and social reject Andrew Detmer ( Dane DeHaan) stumble upon a mysterious hole. The next day all three find they have powers with unexplored potential that they are anxious to document and explore, without any regards to the consequences. Although they know their lives will be changed forever, none of them are prepared for just how fast or how drastic that change will take place.? The development of each character succeeds in drawing viewers into the adventure.
The filming technique used allows an in-depth look into each of the unlikely trio?s lives. Centered on the troubled life of tortured soul Andrew Detmer, the story watches the creation of a monster. Like the mysterious trailers each suggested, the film asks audiences the challenging question, ?What are you capable of?? The dark theme makes one wonder whether or not you would be the good guy or the bad guy.
The performance of relatively young actor Dane DeHaan is terrifying, endearing, and brilliant. It is impossible not to feel the character?s pain. Both co-stars provide necessary balance with both humor and good intentions. This film successfully provides a fresh perspective on a theme that has been both well-done and butchered, time and time again.
As a film that sci-fi enthusiasts and the yet-to-be-converted can both enjoy, it is no big surprise that Chronicle has risen to the top of the box office since its release on February 1. So if you are looking to embark on an entertaining and thought-provoking adventure in an 84 minute window, Chronicle just might be for you.
Source: http://caledonianblogs.net/aej/2012/02/10/chronicle-what-are-you-capable-of/
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