Preview: Source Code (2011)

Synopsis:

Forced to relive the last 8 minutes of another man's life, one man must make decisions that may alter the past.

• Poster: A-

Review:

It's nice to see someone creative working on film assets. This poster, although limited in its connection to the film, is a first-rate artistic exploration. It is visually compelling, balanced and inventive.

• Trailer: B; B-

Review:

The concept is a bit far-fetched, but what good summer blockbuster isn't a bit off its rocker. This one looks mildly entertaining, which is probably all it has been designed for.

The second trailer, which is somewhat shorter than the first, does little to make the film look better. Matter of fact, it seems like it's going out of its way to lower expectations. It looks more and more like an unexceptional attempt at an action film crowd pleaser.

Oscar Prospects:

Maybe some tech awards like Visual Effects or the sound awards, but I doubt it will be remembered.

Release Date:

• April 1, 2011

Full Review Synopsis:

I have not seen this film.

-Wesley Lovell (November 22, 2010) Original

-Wesley Lovell (December 5, 2010) New Release Date (changed from 4/15/11)

-Wesley Lovell (March 27, 2010) New Trailer; New Poster