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Equilibrium | 
| Studio: Alliance (Universal)
Category: DVD
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Rating:  84 reviews
Sales Rank: 311
Format: Ntsc
Language: English (Original Language)
UPC: 065935147039
EAN: 0065935147039
ASIN: B00008UZPD
Release Date: May 20, 2003
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A broad science fiction thriller in a classic vein, IEquilibrium/I takes a respectable stab at a IFahrenheit 451/I-like cautionary fable. The story finds Earth's post-World War III humankind in a state of severe emotional repression: If no one feels anything, no one will be inspired by dark passions to attack their neighbors. Writer-director Kurt Wimmer's monochromatic, IMetropolis/I-influenced cityscape provides an excellent backdrop to the heavy-handed mission of John Preston (Christian Bale), a top cop who busts "sense offenders" and crushes sentimental, sensual, and artistic relics from a bygone era. Predictably, Preston becomes intrigued by his victims and that which they die to cherish; he stops taking his mandatory, mood-flattening drug and is even aroused by a doomed prisoner (Emily Watson). Wimmer's wrongheaded martial arts/dueling guns motif is sheer silliness (a battle over a puppy doesn't help), but IEquilibrium/I should be seen for Bale's moving performance as a man shocked back to human feeling. I--Tom Keogh/I
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 A pleasant surprise... April 6, 2008
JJ (Peterborough, Canada)
Yes, this is definitely one of those sleepers just begging to be discovered... I became a fan of Christian Bale as a result of his strong and convincing performances in the dark and disturbing Machinist and the brooding and gritty Batman Begins. So when I came across Equilibrium, I thought 'what do I have to lose?' I ended up buying it because it was only a couple more bucks than an actual rental. And I'm glad I did! The reviewers below describe it well enough. The director's vision of the near future is a believable one, and he brings in a strong cast of characters. Not only Bale, but the cameo appearance of Sean Bean was a special treat for me. I've been an avid follower of Sean's work as well ever since his masterpiece Sharpe Series on the History Channel. Even though his role in this movie is short-lived, he plays an integral role in Christian's character Preston's 'fall from grace' and eventual re-awakening. An interesting plot, which keeps you tied to the seat with its fast action battle sequences and believable characters. A must-see for sci-fi action enthusiasts.
 Gun-FU September 3, 2006
Josh Rawlings (Miramichi, NB Canada)
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
I first seen this movie long after it was released. This movie shows just how bad a governments control can get. Not that it would ever get that bad but the idea is there. I liked this movie not only for its outragious action sequences but for the story itself. How one man can suddenly see the error of his ways and do whatever it takes to correct it. Go see this movie and form your own opinion. With the exception of one delusional customer, this movie got a high average.
Excellent film that was sorely underrated. June 29, 2006
Ms. H. Sinton (Ingleby Barwick. U.K.)
6 out of 6 found this review helpful
Equilibrium is a surprisingly good film and sorely underrated. Set in a future where emotions are banned, as is anything that may engender emotion such as music and literature, the storyline may conjure thoughts of 1984 or Fahrenheit 451. Make no mistake however; Equilibrium is no copy of those films. br /After World War 3, it is decided that emotions lead to war and the prevention of further war can only be achieved by preventing the population from feeling. Every day the population have to take their prescribed mood dampening pills. Christian Bale stars as Preston, a law enforcement agent, who seeks out and destroys 'sense offenders', people who stop taking their medication and who actively read and listen to music. When Preston's partner (played by Sean Bean) is found to be a sense offender and he is forced to kill him, Preston starts questioning his world and the part he plays in it. He decides to take the dangerous path of skipping his pills and starting to feel. br /This is no high octane, special effects packed film. There are a few, well choreographed martial arts fight scenes but for the most part the film relies on a good story set in a sterile, featureless and soulless setting to set the atmosphere. The movie has been well produced and the cinematography is first class. This is a film that belongs in the collection of any fan of science fiction. br /
Keep your eye on the guns! January 20, 2006
Virus (Ontario, Canada)
5 out of 5 found this review helpful
I always recommend this film to friends who enjoy action movies and/or sci-fi. It#x27;s constantly being compared to The Matrix, and I agree they#x27;re similar, but I appreciate this film a bit more.pThe action sequences have to be seen to believe in this one, the majority of the fighting is done with guns mixed with martial arts. This isn#x27;t quite the same as The Matrix mix of the same, in Equilibrium the guns act more like extensions of the hand, and characters mimic maritial arts movements in order to fire. The movie calls the style "Gun Catas" as in...martial arts catas done with a pistol in each hand. There is also swordplay and melee, but the gun catas are really a sight to behold.pBesides the action, the story is pretty good as well. The plot echoes of 1984 with themes of self-discovery and rebellion in the face of oppressive rule.pConsidering that this movie dipicts a future where emotions are outlawed, I would say the acting is good anyway. You can#x27;t fault someone for being slightly robotic when that was the intention all along!
A must see! November 25, 2005
5 out of 6 found this review helpful
A fascinating hybrid of a movie. More substance than the Matrix (although I enjoyed that too). Well crafted performances and fantastic cinematography.
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