The Adjustment Bureau

The Adjustment Bureau

Is it science fiction, a romantic comedy or a thriller? It combines all these elements and effectively has you sitting on the edge of your seat.

Matt Damon has made quite a name for himself as a fine actor and indeed he plays the role of David Norris to perfection.

David Norris is a young up and coming politician in New York. He wants to be a senator and there is evidence that he could rise even above that role.

Emily Blunt is so attractive and charming. She plays the part of Elise Sellas. She is a modern dancer who has aspirations and talent to go far in her profession.

The two meet by accident and their lives are immediately changed. They each have chemistry for one another. Strange things begin to happen to keep them apart.

A group of serious men (always wearing somber hats) appear on the scene. Their job is to keep David on the plan. They work for the adjustment department that has control over a person’s will and action. The plan does not include Elise. They warn him that they have power over him and serious things will happen if he pursues Elise. Both of heir careers will falter and their lives will not be fulfilled.

We don’t know who the leader is or who the men really are. It is all very ominous. There are a lot of chase scenes and the music is fantastic. The drums were beating. My heart was beating and it was all very exciting. I am happy to report that there is no violence. There are a lot of chases and strange happenings. Doors play an important part in the film. They don’t always open to what you expect.

I suppose you could put it all down to a theme that stresses pursuing your free will. David defied fate and pursued his strong desires against all odds.

The film takes place in New York City. I loved the many views of the city.

Elise is a magnificent dancer. We do see two superb dance numbers. I would have liked more

The film is based on a short story, The Adjustment Team.I understand there is little similarity between the two.