Throughout life, each of us make choices on whatever path we are on. Life would be simple if we could choose between one fork in the road. However, as we know, life is not that simple. We make choices, which leads to more choices, and yet more choices. Sometimes, we have to make decisions based on survival, hiding from archaic predators. Such was the life for Dr. Martin Harris (Liam Neeson) who finds himself lost, in Germany. After a near fatal car crash which left Dr. Harris in a coma for four days, he discovers that his wife has left him for a man who assumes his identity.
Now, the question implied in the title of this blog, is it possible that we can repent for doing the ungodly, devilish deed if we don't know who we are and even what we are? We start to make choices to survive and choices for self-understanding. I have never heard of director Jaume Collet-Serra and couldn't even guess if the director is male or female based on the name alone. After googling the director, I've learned that Jaume is a he. I almost thought the title of the film
Unknown was perfect for the director, the story-line and the choices the character displayed.
After learning who we are, and what past deeds we've committed, both positive and negative, arises a very important question for self-reflection. After realizing the wrong we've done, are we brave enough to repent and provide restitution for our actions? Brave enough to sacrifice even our very own life to save another's?
Unknown was given an average rating by many critics. However, I thought the intention of the film was phenomenal. The film seems like a short-take of the Bourne series, which may have contributed to a dis-satisfactory rating. I thought the acting could be improved. Liam Neeson and Diane Kruger (Gina) displayed AAA grade acting, yet the supporting cast was marginal.
The film was very entertaining and caused me to think, and reflect upon my own actions. I give this film 3 out of 5 stars.
