A Scanner Darkly

Dude... this movie is a trip. You have to meta-meta-think about it to get it. Not only do you have to watch the movie, you have to watch yourself watching the movie, and then analyze that. When you Finish, you'll feel like you're on drugs. And then you'll be paranoid as hell. I'd call this more of an experience than a movie..

After Total Recall, Minority Report and Blade Runner (all fantastic movies mind) it seemed that Philip K. Dick adaptations were destined to be turned into nothing but Hollywood action flicks. Though enjoyable they did tend to only use the original source text as a jumping off point. A Scanner Darkly is the first film, in my opinion, to truly capture the true spirit of the original novel. Sure, that means it won't be for everyone, there is a lot of time spent with the characters chatting endlessly about bicycles, home security and drugs, but if you enjoyed the book I'm sure you'll love the movie. With a superb cast including the fantastic Robert Downey Jr. on top form and a quite unique visual style that only helps to add to the overall effect I'd recommend this movie to anyone who likes their movies to come with a healthy dollop of wit and intelligence.

This is a average film. It has an odd storyline behind it, which some may find confusing. There are some good twists in the film, and some interesting ideas, but there does seem to be something missing. However, it is worth a look, if only for the graphic style in which it is done.

I have to admit I had to watch this film a couple of times before I understood it. I wasn't too sure either on the "drawn style" of the film, but after a while I didn't really notice that at all. The film is everything a Philip K Dick interpretation should be and I'm sure most of that is down to director Richard Linklater. The acting is really good, especially Robert Downey Jnr. One I would definitely recommend.

And I expect nothing more from linklater, visually stunning,great story with great performances from the cast especially Downey Jr