Life

THE GIST: The crew of scientists onboard the International Space Station are studying a soil sample returned from Mars, looking for evidence of life beyond Earth. They successfully identify and revive a cell that soon starts multiplying incredibly fast. Quickly, exhilaration turns to dread when the organism attacks them, showing clear signs of intent.

Life asks a very important and pragmatic question: What if we do find life elsewhere and it's hostile to humans or other lifeforms on Earth?

And as this movie shows, even analyzing samples off-planet doesn't automatically ensure complete safety.

THE BOTTOM LINE: The visual effects are pretty good and as sci-fi movies go, this one is definitely enjoyable, even though sometimes it pushes the believability level too far. Still, how often do you get to watch Ryan Reynolds and Jake Gyllenhaal in the same movie??!

Grade: 7