Crusoe and Girl Friday. Pretty much reviled by professional critics, Passengers has overcome that to hold affection with a good portion of the sci-fi loving public. More safe sci-fi footings than anything remotely ground breaking, it ends up a a tidy romantic piece that's laced with pertinent questions involving man and his/her reactions to extraordinary scenario's. Although the viewer is for the most part hankering for action to explode off the screen, it's only when - in the film's last quarter - you realise that it was actually working fine as a character study without the fireworks. Chris Pratt and Jennifer Lawrence have bunches of charisma, in fact more than enough to carry the story through its more shaky elements. They in turn are aided by Michael Sheen who is perfectly cast as the Android (not Robot!) bartender Arthur. The effects work is impressive and director Morten Tyldum stitches the set pieces together admirably, the highlight being a rather superb gravity loss sequence. While the sound mix is also to be applauded. Newcomers should expect a Robinson Crusoe love story in space as opposed to a sci-fi actioner, though one with more cerebral strains than at first hinted, because then the pic delivers a good time and adds to what is turning out to be a rather great decade for sci-fi fans. 7/10

Passengers is a nicely crafted mix of science fiction, romance, and psychological drama. The first act stands out with its strong character buildup, focusing on the solitude and emotional struggles of a passenger unexpectedly awakened during a long space journey. The story transitions smoothly into the second act, where the connection between the characters adds warmth and charm to the film. The stunning visuals and detailed design of the Avalon create an immersive setting that keeps you engaged throughout. The movie balances lighthearted and heartfelt moments with deeper, thought-provoking themes. The interactions between the characters, from their playful explorations of the ship to the challenges they face, feel genuine and compelling. The bartender, played by Michael Sheen, is a delightful addition, offering not only humor but also memorable wisdom that elevates the film’s themes of isolation and human connection. The conflicts and dilemmas presented add complexity to the narrative, making it more than just a typical space romance. Passengers wraps up with a satisfying conclusion that ties its emotional and ethical threads together. It is visually stunning, emotionally impactful, and thought-provoking, making it a solid movie that entertains while leaving you with something to think about.

Being a Hollywood blockbuster, it has an unexpected deep meaning. The movie Passengers makes complete sense if you strip away modern delusions caused by modern ideolgy brainwashing and view it through the lens of basic instincts. Since the beginning of time, the Alpha male basic drive is to choose and secure his mating partner. Beta males are unable to understand the deep meaning of the movie because they lack these basic alpha instincts. In modern society, the most they can do is follow contemporary ideology and wait to be chosen by a woman simply to serve as a provider for her and her children. This movie reflects Darwin's concept of "survival of the fittest." In evolutionary terms, survival and reproduction belong to those who adapt and act. It is not about passive waiting to be chosen, but about having the raw drive to conquer your environment and secure a mating partner to pass on your legacy. While modern politics based on modern philosophy and psychology have taught men to suppress this natural order, anyone with alpha instincts understands the core of the film: a man acted on his deepest biological urge to pursue coupling and ensure the survival of his kind. Recommended for Alpha viewers who want to look at things as nature intended, rather than through a modern ideological lens, the movie perfectly explains the raw natural drive to find a companion against all odds.