Serenity (Widescreen Edition)

I can watch this film over & over - simply a joy to watch.

The acting is great all around, but especially the "operative" Chiwetel Ejiofor (a world-class actor, best known for American Gangster and another terrific yet underrated sci-fi movie, Children of Men).

The script is great - a well-rounded story, very fun. It's witty, and the special effects are great. And, it's got a progressive theme, reminiscent of some of the US government experiments performed on our own citizens (if you're not aware, by the way, about DU/depleted uranium weapons, their use in Iraq, and the Gulf War Syndrome, I'd encourage you to google it ... very similar to the plot in this film). Another friend pointed out the similarity between this plot and the Fluoride added to our water supply - a known poisonous toxin and carcinogen, but contains properties which make us fat, lazy, and docile.

Anyway, it's hard for me to believe this came from the same guy who brought us Buffy. The Firefly series was great, too, but actually the movie had a bit more depth, and develops River's character a bit better.

It is a bit formulaic in parts, but it departs enough from the mainstream to make it a breath of fresh air. Wish there were more movies like it, and I'm hoping for sequel. 5 full stars.

If your a Joss Wedon fan, and a Firefly fan, then you need to add "Serenity" to your collection. Firefly was canceled rather ubruptly, leaving many unanswered storylines. "Serenity" answers all of those questions, and more. I recieved The entire Firefly series as a gift, and I was not satisfied until I added "Serenity" to it. But be prepared, two of Mal's crew don't make it.

This movie was ausome. But, So not to overly spoil it, i'll just say that i wish (those people) didn't die.

Stars: *****

the best futuristic movie. characters all are great and real. I first started watching Firefly and got hooked. very disappointed it was canceled. why is crap left on tv and good ones canceled? I would buy another one if another movie about Serenity was made.

OMG please go buy this movie and support it so we can get a Serenity 2. I blame myself for being a dumbass for not watching this movie/firefly series sooner. When I initially saw this series I was like "Space cowboys? What a dumb idea I am not watching this corny crap." 2008 and I finally watched Firefly for the first time and I was blown away. The acting, the special effects and stories was excellent. I watched the entire series straight and rushed out to get the dvd. Holy crap!!! One of the best Sci-fi movies ever!!! It's because of stupid people like me that the movie didn't do well at the box office.
I am sad that there are not more episodes of Firefly, it should have gone down as one of the best TV series of all time, if only more people gave it a chance, but I have noone to blame but myself. Please, give the series a chance and you will feel the same way as I do.