I am uncertain why, or how this was eviscerated to the extent it was.It is a wholly solid effort, with more then apt acting from the leads.
The story concept via David Brin's novellas, is a loose translation of that work, and as the story advances, differs greatly from the 2- 3rd novellas in that story line. However, the overall concept, is conceived accurately of symbol of civilization combating oppression of freedom via the overreaching tyrants of the eight (in the movie).
Every once in awhile, both critics and audiences, seem to miss the mark on a review rating, though rare, I would consider this a exception to both ratings.
Its far superior to what the usual lambasted professional critics gave it, and I would think the average audience reviews should be a bit higher then it is.
The story concept via David Brin's novellas, is a loose translation of that work, and as the story advances, differs greatly from the 2- 3rd novellas in that story line. However, the overall concept, is conceived accurately of symbol of civilization combating oppression of freedom via the overreaching tyrants of the eight (in the movie).
Every once in awhile, both critics and audiences, seem to miss the mark on a review rating, though rare, I would consider this a exception to both ratings.
Its far superior to what the usual lambasted professional critics gave it, and I would think the average audience reviews should be a bit higher then it is.