This movie may just be the highest level of intellectual and philosophical stimulation I have ever experienced via any form of media. The writing is incredible. The characters balance each other in the group extremely well, and because of their credentials and challenges to John' story, the conversation steadily progresses towards credibility, all the while keeping you pondering the question of what if.
The layers of the conversation are brilliantly organized. I could have listened to another 3 hours of these people around that fireplace in that living room! I wanted to listen to every word John was saying. Not only is the character gripping but he also makes for a great storyteller in combination with the actor's steady and soothing voice and mimics.
Barring just a couple of moments that can easily be dismissed, this story is perfect, and the said moments only come in the form of reactions from the other characters to John's story.
After watching this movie probably for the 5th or 6th time, I still can't find any loopholes in his story. Every stage of his explanations is precise enough to pass the logic test, yet vague enough to appeal to the imagination. I stand in awe and thank the writer for this masterpiece...
As far as the production, it certainly could have been better. It is a low-budget effort, no doubt, and I certainly don't have to see the faces of the characters or the couch in the living room in high definition to enjoy this experience. It is a timeless classic as is! Only a small part of me wishes that HD was an option and better lighting was used...
The layers of the conversation are brilliantly organized. I could have listened to another 3 hours of these people around that fireplace in that living room! I wanted to listen to every word John was saying. Not only is the character gripping but he also makes for a great storyteller in combination with the actor's steady and soothing voice and mimics.
Barring just a couple of moments that can easily be dismissed, this story is perfect, and the said moments only come in the form of reactions from the other characters to John's story.
After watching this movie probably for the 5th or 6th time, I still can't find any loopholes in his story. Every stage of his explanations is precise enough to pass the logic test, yet vague enough to appeal to the imagination. I stand in awe and thank the writer for this masterpiece...
As far as the production, it certainly could have been better. It is a low-budget effort, no doubt, and I certainly don't have to see the faces of the characters or the couch in the living room in high definition to enjoy this experience. It is a timeless classic as is! Only a small part of me wishes that HD was an option and better lighting was used...