Premonition

Premonition, which came out this year, combines the basic elements of a sci-fi film with those of a melodrama and action film. Sandra Bullock's character Linda is living out the seemingly perfect life with an attractive husband, two beautiful daughters and a big American home, when suddenly her life is turned upside down. She comes to learn that her husband has died in a fluke car accident. After Linda suffers from shock and disbelief, the following morning she is surprised to find her husband laying next to her in bed.
This non-linear film jumbles the days of the week, and inserts Linda's premonitions into her reality to make for a very confusing, yet somewhat suspenseful film. While the film overtly deals with time, the underlying theme is the question of predetermination or destiny. Without trying, Linda acts out the events that lead to the climax that she has already witnessed in her premonition. It becomes obvious that, even though she is aware of the situation, she cannot control what is destined to be.
I'm not sure that i can really decide if this movie fits into the 'good' or 'bad' category. I have heard so many negative reviews about the film (since it has been out in theaters for quite some time) that i was expecting it to be absolutely terrible. i have seen some terrible films, and i don't think this should be in the same category. I think i am biased because i like Sandra Bullock, and we are also talking so much about time that i found it interesting. I appreciated the film's originality and creativity with the manipulation of time, however, i would recommend to wait and rent it on DVD because $9.50 is expensive for a film that is just okay.
-chloe kloezeman