GRAVITY, Stands on its Legs

Have you ever wondered what it would be like in outerspace & view our Earth & galaxy as an astronaut?  GRAVITY provides a visceral experience that simulates (without nausea) what most of us can only imagine. This visually stunning film is directed by Mexican screenwriter, editor & producer, Alfonson Cuaron,  Cuaron has received 3 Acad. Award nominations.  He is well known for both Spanish & English films such as Y Tu Mama Tambien '01 & Harry Potter '04.  The plot here may be miniscule but the movie is galactic in scope.  Finally, 3D technology is utilized to enhance the magnitude of movie making.  The 2 astronauts are played by Sandra Bullock (Ryan) & George Clooney (Matt.)  Both Clooney & Bullock are convincing & likeable in their roles, but the movie belongs to Ms. Bullock.  We are inside her space helmut, gasping for air with her & brushed by her  tears floating from her beautiful brown eyes.  Ryan said she'd pray but "no one had taught her how to pray."  "Sometimes even to live is an act of courage" (Seneca.)  I wouldn't go so far as to call this movie a religious experience but it is definitely out of this world.  Go out of your way to see it.