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Title: The Adjustment Bureau (2011)
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| Cast overview, first billed only: | |||
| Matt Damon | ... | David Norris | |
| Emily Blunt | ... | Elise Sellas | |
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Lisa Thoreson | ... | Suburban Mom |
| Florence Kastriner | ... | Suburban Mom | |
| Michael Kelly | ... | Charlie Traynor | |
| Phyllis MacBryde | ... | Suburban Neighbor | |
| Natalie Carter | ... | Suburban Neighbor (as Natalie E. Carter) | |
| Chuck Scarborough | ... | Chuck Scarborough | |
| Jon Stewart | ... | Jon Stewart | |
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Gregory P. Hitchen | ... | U.S. Coast Guard Officer (as Capt. Gregory P. Hitchen) |
| Darrell Lenormand | ... | Upstate Farmer (as Darrell James LeNormand) | |
| Michael Bloomberg | ... | Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg (as Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg) | |
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Kar | ... | Political Consultant |
| RJ Konner | ... | Political Consultant | |
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Susan D. Michaels | ... | Reporter |
Do we control our destiny, or do unseen forces manipulate us? A man glimpses the future Fate has planned for him and realizes he wants something else. To get it, he must pursue across, under and through the streets of modern-day New York the only woman he's ever loved. On the brink of winning a seat in the U.S. Senate, ambitious politician David Norris (Matt 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. Written by Universal Pictures
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In case you are not aware of it, this makes Phillip K. Dick officially one of the most influential storytellers in the last 50 years. His books have inspired such Sci Fi classics as Blade Runner, Total Recall, Minority Report, and now, the Adjustment Bureau. At least 19 films and television episodes have been created from his works.
The story is an interesting take on the notion there is a God in the universe who is carefully directing the actions and happenings on the planet. Here, of course, the element of 'faith' is removed and instead the Chairman makes plans and has the Adjustment Bureau to make sure the plans are kept on track. These 'agents' merely interfere when they need to, making suggestions that set actions in place. Theology is not in the plan, just a pattern to prevent mankind from becoming extinct by their own hand.
This is a different type of Sci Fi film, and it would take an actor with the flexibility of Matt Damon to play David Norris. His confident yet humble portrayal of the politician is riveting and interesting throughout. Emily Blunt portrays the blossoming ballerina with verve and appeal, sort of a cross between the focused artist and the determined woman who puts her career ahead of herself. Anthony Mackie and John Slattery work well as the adjustment agents sent to sidetrack Norris from reaching Elise.
Overall, the film moves well, offers some interesting twists, and allows us the interesting perspective of predestination without the burden of deity. Rated PG-13 for language, some sexuality, and a few brief scenes of violence, I personally can't think of a single scene that would be too intense for a ten year old. Collectible is a little early to say, but certainly a film you will want to see again.