Equilibrium
2002, Sci fi/Drama, 1h 47m
91 Reviews 250,000+ RatingsWhat to know
Equilibrium is a reheated mishmash of other sci-fi movies. Read critic reviews
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John Preston
Mary
Brandt
DuPont
Partridge
Robbie Preston
Critic Reviews for Equilibrium
All Critics (91) | Top Critics (30) | Fresh (37) | Rotten (54)
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Though ultimately silly, Equilibrium's shopworn but stylish synthesis of ammo and ideas is surprisingly engrossing.
April 17, 2019 | Full Review… -
Violent post-nuclear sci-fi is Orwellian.
December 24, 2010 | Rating: 3/5 | Full Review… -
Bale is too self-conscious an action hero, and although the script may have the virtue of transparent plagiarism, it teeters both dramatically and conceptually.
January 26, 2006 | Full Review… -
It is hard to say whether Equilibrium is a sensational total waste of time (and talent) or gloriously (and derivatively) over-the-top kitsch fest.
June 19, 2003 | Rating: 2/4 | Full Review… -
Enjoyable hogwash.
April 21, 2003 | Rating: 3/5 | Full Review… -
What a dumb, fun, curiously adolescent movie this is.
February 18, 2003 | Rating: 3/5 | Full Review…
Audience Reviews for Equilibrium
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Oct 22, 2016Far sillier than it's drab design and overly serious tone suggests. Also, the plot can't follow it's own absurd internal logic.Alec B Super Reviewer
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May 31, 2016This movie stars Christian Bale as John Preston, a high-ranking officer in a futuristic world where feeling emotion is against the law and people take a drug daily to eliminate emotion. Preston, slowly learning of what emotions are capable of after taking down so many offenders, skips a dosage and begins to experience true life. Equilibrium was not well-received at the time of release, but it has gained a cult following in recent years. There really isn't a lot here that would be identified as "original." The best way I can think to describe this movie to people who haven't seen it would be a combination of the novel "1984" and the movie "The Matrix." The themes of humanity and socialism are very present. However, despite bringing nothing new to the table, this movie is very fun to watch. Bale, as usual, shines in his role. The film score is highly enjoyable and fits each scene perfectly, Without spoiling anything major, I'll say that there was a scene in the movie when Bale, after ceasing to take medication, looks out the window at the sunrise over the city skyline. The emotion on his face, combined with the emotional music, created a beautiful moment in this film. The action, while somewhat ridiculous, is exciting to watch. Towards the end of the movie gets a little muddled with plot twists, but it doesn't ruin the film. I'm not going to lie and say that this is one of the best science-fiction movies ever, but there definitely is enjoyment to be had with Equilibrium.Ben B Super Reviewer
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Apr 17, 2015So there's a pretty decent chance that Equilibrium doesn't have an original bone in its entire makeup, but I still just love it.Gimly M Super Reviewer
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Oct 13, 2013[img]http://images.rottentomatoes.com/images/user/icons/icon14.gif[/img]Directors C Super Reviewer
Equilibrium Quotes
| John Preston: | I pay gladly. |
| Preston's Wife: | Remember me... |
| Robbie Preston: | Stop that! |
| Dupont: | Do you have any family? |
| John Preston: | Yes, a boy and a girl. The boy's in the monastery, who is studying to become a cleric. |
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