Extremely original and creative -- not to mention thought provoking. Ask yourself in the move: how would I approach this situation? I truly don't understand those that rated it low. I think they were expecting space blasters and laser death rays (today's go-to formula). No blasters here, just beautiful art.

You know it.NASA said that the 🌏 cousin was Kepler.Then,Don't believe me just watch!C'mon

Having trouble watching rented movie!!! Keeps saying you purchase movie but go to your downloads... 👎🏼

It's not a bad movie and people are rating it one star because they thought it was a SCIFI. Are you dumb? It's not a SCIFI. Jesus.

i’m not a sci fi movie fan, however this one really isn’t a sci fi movie..its got a sic fi concept thats about it…the movie is great, moving, riveting…i’m surprised anyone gave it less than 4 stars.

I guess I can’t get over the physics of having a planet with the same mass as the earth just happen to come as close as it is in this film and not cause some significant catastrophic event from it’s gravitational pull….

Slow and boring movie. I had to force myself to watch this movie over a couple of days. Won't be seeing it again. Scale from 1-10, I'd give a 6.

I heard great things about this movie and rented it off Netflix . The story premise is great but the movie is slow and boring and main character is not interesting . I know it's a drama and I know it's a serious movie but my God this felt like 4 hours long and not enjoyable . This should have been an episode of twilight zone , they know how to make good science fiction that is compact and interesting . The ending was one of the most disappointing endings I have seen in a long time , nothing resolved no revelation , no details given it just runs out of gas and gives up . 4 /10

Don't listen to the hipsters this movie is not worth your time , good premise is not equal good execution of storyline

This is a drama with a Sci-Fi element that is critical to the plot. Marling co-wrote and starred in the movie. She also snuggles a blind and deaf man. She I beautiful and perfect.

A buddy and I watched it. It's pretty good but has some slow moments. It's one of those movies you watch just to see how it ends. I'd recommend it, but it's not for everyone.

This is one of those films that makes you wonder, "what if..."

I bought this one based on my appreciation of Brit's talents after watching "The Sound of my Voice". Both films are so different and stunning.

The last scene is just stupid. It's not often I judge a movie by its last scene, but this one and Book of Eli both ruin a lot of the movie by the stupid, stupid ending.

The "other Earth" in this film is a giant Maguffin and a vaguely sci-fi fig leaf to cover what is really just another downbeat, mopey, draggy indie film. The other earth is also just about the least preposterous and fantastical thing about the film. The characters are far more ridiculous and totally unbelievable. The acting's not so great either. The stupid ending is an insult to anyone who sat through the whole thing. I give it 2 stars only because I thought the art direction and music were good.

excellent movie!!!

hope the people involved in making this film get the what they need to keep making films like another earth. I would love to see more like this.

Dear Brit Marling I am in love w you.

This is the very definition of science fiction, but not the space aliens take over the universe-type. It's rather the examination of ourselves as human beings, what we do, what we would do if something just astronomically absurd and massively mind-shattering were to happen. It's a tale with grandiose human proportions. Heinlein, Asimov and Lem were able to take us out of our normal waking consciousness and put us all into a petri dish to see what happens, to shake us up. Serling also accomplished that with his moralistic tales in the Twilight Zone. There are no space rockets here, no lasers or tricorders, but just a powerful story. Along with the other reviews here, I also wondered about the jumpy ending so while I might consider taking away one star here I still think it was five star+.

Excellent!

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One of the most beautiful, surprising, thoughtful and touching movies I have seen in a long time. The music adds to the complexity.

Brilliant!!

The previews gave a clue that this was not a Sci-Fi film, and it's low budget production didn't promise any special effects, so I was not set up to expect anything other than what it was, a story about second chances. It was poignant, sensative, and intelligent, While the science aspect was dubious; the human relationships were believeable, and the story succeeded as a fable. It promised some sort of redemption, and it delivered. It was a morality play--not a thriller. I was rather annoyed by so much blue lighting, and out of fucus scenes--but what it lacked in cinamatography, it made up for in emotion and pathos. It was a movie to appeal to both heart and mind. I found it refreshingly uplifting.

I see the genre is now drama so no need for me to get into the whole sci-fi thing everyone is continuously complaining about. I think the girl played her role flawlessly!!! Overall, this was an excellent movie, unpredictable with a very suspenseful ending(something that's rare these days). If you enjoy great movies you'll enjoy it. If you're like me, mentally and emotionally unstable(in a manly way lol), you'll LOVE it!....I'd purchase if iTunes had HD movies for sale(something I am still heartbroken over).

This is not as much a traditional sci-fi movie. Instead it is a brilliantly written and performed movie with a sci-fi background. I haven't enjoyed an indie film this much since I'm Reed Fish.

This was one of the best drama films I have ever seen. The film makes me feel so peaceful. I love the scene with Rhoda walking on the rocks on the beach, with Earth 2 in the blue sky. This really is a perfect heart-warming tale.

I have to say, this was a superb movie. The ending took some thought, but it was well worth it. Brit Marling did a superb job. It's a must see for anyone interested in the field, because it really shows the moral conflict involved in a situations similar to this. Finally, I must point out, I have never considered myself an emotional man, but i found myself fighting back tears toward the end.

I had the privilege to see this at Sundance last year on the big screen and it was a truly moving film. The theater was packed with over a thousand people and to a person this received a standing ovation. It is transcendent film about the human condition and how people relate to each other and deal with life's failures and triumphs. It causes you to not only reflect on your life and your decisions, but to also look to the future and hope you can create the life you want.

As to those complaining the film is not sic-fi, of course it's not. It is not marketed as science fiction anywhere in the description written here, the genre is listed as drama, NOT sci-fi, and quite honestly aside from the basic premise of the film, the trailer itself is not sic-fi. I'm really not sure how people could make that mistake. Try to look past your own mistake and realize this is a wonderful film.

An intriguing story with outstanding acting. The lead actress also wrote the script. Just as a twiin earth is found in the solary system, two people's lives are struck by a common tragedy. Most of the movie deals with how the two characters cope with the aftereffects. However those who complain that the sci-fi wasn't sci-fi enough, must not have been watching. The sci-fi premise led to the tragegy and is critical to the surprise (and uplifting) ending. The New Yorker critic who gave it a rotten tomato and said "Anyone who can explain the final shot deserves a refund," must have completely missed it (but isn't that his job?) The final moments are terrific and in my opinion, it's one of the best movie endings ever.

I truly don't understand the people that can't comprehend this movie.

So great on so many levels. If I have to explain, you really need to go back to school.

I was REALLY excited about this movie when I saw the trailer but I was put off by the reviews when it was released. I decided to rent it anyway. Unfortunately they got it right. The premise is GREAT but not realized right. I thought the budget of the movie had to do with the final result, as it's an indie, but that shouldn't be an excuse. Pace was off, structure not in place and the acting was underwhelming. The script had issues too. (Her parents were the worse characters, unemotional, not present, etc.) Well at least I saw it, so I got it out of my system.

Although tomatometer got a couple movies wrong that I recently saw, it's pretty accurate most of the times.

On one very solemn, painful, tortured hand you feel... and i mean FEEEEEEL if only for the duration of the film what it truly feels to have caused, in the glimpse of an eye however guilty or by wreckless accident, a catastrophically, gruesome, avoidable event/accident/travesty/offense to an unknown family. The pain, the undescribable cancerous pain that eats inside of you for years is beyond dialogue. Her actions after are engaging, relatable, understandable and lead you to hope for something...anything... that alleviates what we, as the audience, are seemingly burdened with. So all this deeply emotional, inescapable sadness to make sense of it is enough in and of itself but just as much involved in the story is the extremely sci-fi aspect. Not just our identical planet coming into view but the discovery that we ourselves, in the present, are on this planet ... living lives. Lives identical to ours? To a point. Backtrack here... Take this girl and this man whose life she forever scarred and damaged as a stranger.... Are their lives as their identical selves up on Earth 2 making the same mistakes or did they make a right and not a left? Did they drive to their friends house for a house party or did they leave the library early and end up missing? But more importantly.... did Rhoda, the main character girl, did she get in the car that night, the same night Earth 2 was spotted in our sky or did she stay the night at the party? It is so much emotional consumption to makes sense of it and married with the would if"s and let's see"s of the sci-fi possibilities that it will take you several days if not more to even begin to realize the impact of this movie and how you really feel about it.

Passionate storytelling with an exceptional plot... Profoundly executed... The movie raises some interesting questions about the nature of choice and how our lives are lived out.

Bought this movie twice, had to to watch the movie.

1st time played no video or sound with exception of big glitch in middle.

2nd time was okay.

Pain in the neck to watch for an OKAY movie. -__-

Well I was kind of "out of sorts" after watching this. On one hand I did enjoy it as a well made indie film. But I'm sorry, the kid in me desperately wished that a studio with money had gotten hold of this and been able to SHOW me Earth 2 and my other self up there.

I LOVED the concept, but I felt like I had been promised Mignon but was given a cheeseburger (I love both but REALLY wished I'd gotten the Mignon)

When I saw the trailer for this film I had to watch it, but after watching it I felt that it was forced. There's a part in the film where there's a man (voiceover) reading morals and commentary in the movie as if the audience was too stupid to understand the underlying message that the director/writer of the film was trying to get across. So much potential but strangely executed. Overall it's decent, not sure if it's even worth a watch.

i fell in love with movie especially the cosmonaut part <3

I was so disappointed with this movie. Slow very slow and unfinished at the end.

Another Earth's depressing themes are relatable, but the movie is very slow-moving. The conflicts are left basically unresolved at the end, and it is obviously low-budget, but some things really resonated with me. This movie is not for those looking for a feel-good movie, but the heartbreak and overwhelming guilt portrayed are believable and deeply saddening. This is a very dark, depressing film, but interesting and definitely thought provoking.

Really enjoyed this movie!!!

Beautifully shot and original plot. I loved it.

It was just awesome

Amazing. Simply brilliant. A lot of people will complain about the ending, but those of us who finished highschool will appreciate this film. Bring your imagination.

Original story. Thought about it for day's after. Good acting.

Its a decent movie in its own right. The exploration of regret and redemption that defines the story is certainly interesting. But the trailer had me expecting an entirely different movie. Another Earth could have been a breathtaking masterpiece, instead you're left wishing it was more. Its very difficult to see through to what the movie was intended to be knowing what it could have been.

I went back and forth on with whether I would rent this film or not. Finally, I did. This is a gentle, smart, and evocative work that struggles with the meaning of regret. A younger audience, say under 25, might need more bells and whistles to enjoy it as a Sci Fi (and of course there are many who wouldn't). But if you've ever tried to escape the dread of having made a terrible mistake, if you've ever wished "if only", this film is a clue on how to face it down. It won't hand you the answer after some cosmic finale, but it will take by the hand and lead you there.

Not brilliant in the overused meaning of the word, but Another Earth glimmers...

A great film that inspires much after-discussion; what does this mean, what does that mean? What would you do? Not really Sci-Fi except for the premise of, well, "Another" Earth. Very nice change of pace compared to so many other films.

Explores the fine line in life between being successful and a complete failure. I was glued to my seat wondering what was going to happen next. Be sure to watch the "Creating Another Earth" extra feature afterwards.

A perfect "what if" movie with an interesting cosmology twist. Complex characters, peripheral but immensely important sic-fi premise, and really, really good acting. If you like to think about "it all" this is the movie for you. If prefer "harder" sci-fi that usually features cardboard characters and neat special effects, then skip it.

Great story line and was definitely captivating. A little to dragged out tho.

Don't be fooled by the four-star ratings here. This movie is dreadful. From the completely implausible plot to the absolute failure to merge a romantic story with science fiction, this movie fails on every level. Everything about this movie was awful. It's like 11-year-old kids decided to make a movie.

The science fiction bit is just an insult. In this movie they somehow "discover" an exact duplicate of our Earth. I don't know how they would have missed it, because it's as big in the sky as a softball held at arm's length and seems to always be visible in the sky, day and night.

The size of the duplicate Earth in the sky would make it about the same distance away as the moon, if not closer. Science fiction means we have to invoke science. A duplicate Earth in space as close as our moon would cause massive flooding because the gravitational pull on the ocean would create tidal waves. I assume that both planets would eventually collide if they were that close to each other.

If somehow, this could happen, IT WOULD BE A BIG DEAL, RIGHT? In this film people all basically ignore it. The depiction of attempts to contact the planet are laughable because we sent clear TV and radio signals back from the moon over 40 years ago. So why are the radio transmissions garbled? I'll tell you why — because this movie was written by monkeys.

Weird, dark, drama maybe (wouldn't have watched that). NOT sci-fi, not really about another earth, not about developing the questions raised by an identical twin for our home planet (although they played at that less than half hartedly). Basically ... Not really.

Wow. I'm pretty open minded but this movie was horrible. The lead actress was so pretentious from the very first bit of dialogue I couldn't get into it. The biggest issue for me (spoiler) was the idea that after spending 4 years behind bars for killing the composer's son and wife, the girl who accidently lost control of her car could show up at her victim's doorstep and he'd have no idea who she was. Are you kidding me?! What a gaping plot hole. A man that lost his wife and son to a distracted driver would have spent every day of his life agonizing over this person, thinking about her, seething at her, etc. The idea that he would have no idea who she is is preposterous and I checked out of the movie at that point. I fast-forwarded to the end to see what happens but completely checked out by that point. If you're into movies about newly revealed planets and interpersonal angst, watch Melancholia from Lars Von Trier instead.

no sifi at all, just a girl and her problems... LAME!

I deeply enjoy thought provoking ("slow/boring") hard science fiction. Unfortunately, this was a 90 minute cringe/snooze fest.

I was quite intrigued by this film. However, it was rather disappointing. The concept was interesting, but the efforts to execute were less than strong. I do want to point out to APPLE that Mike Cahill, the director of Another Earth, should not be confused with the other Mike Cahill (not the director of Another Earth), who directed King of California, a far better film. I think they should resolve this issue before more people base their assumptions of King of California from their viewing of Another Earth.

Booooring, bland, slow, lame .... Don't waste your time.

Totally predictable. Drawn out. A dumb premise with two earths in a matching time with people living the sakes life on both earths. Ugh….save your money and just make some popcorn. Move on!

Worst thing I have ever seen....

Honestly, this movie wasn't that one to stand alone in it's own special area. It wasn't very simplified which made it confusing. And the entire story wasn't really attention grabbing. More action was needed in my perspective. The end was interesting when she found herself but it would've made sense to show what happened afterwards, unless they are going to make another movie.

In my top 5 for worst movie ever.

third time tryin to write a review. itunes wont post them. scifi viewers bewarned the movie is a scam.

I look at the review of a lot off movies and all I see is spam. Do people really give a you know about a web site that just gives out free thing nothing in life is free.

Horrible, the good reviews are insane, this movie was a waste of my life's time

I wasn't sure about what to expect with this film but since I'm game for most any sci-fi that comes along I rented it. So 5 minutes into it and I'm totally sucked in- experiencing the amazing journey of Rhoda (Brit Marling)- She is the most captivating, talented and of course, beautiful actor to come along in quite awhile- I'm smitten. Think beauty, sensitivity and intelligence all in one person-That would have been enough but it was only a start. This movie works on so many levels; the sound design and music are perfect (some of the most creative use of electronic glitch sound in film) the quality of the images, the supporting cast- the ever-present "earth 2"- the script (co-written by Marling) and the directing- all of this made for a very moving experience. Highly recommended- I look forward to the next collaboration of these fine young artists. Thanks!

This was a great idea, executed badly. It just kept going, dragging you along on a slow, dull ride. Had a lot of hopes for this one, but was sadly disappointed. The character of John was poorly cast. The script had a lot of, 'as you know' moments, where they try to explain everything that is happening. The cinematography was horrendous and switched from crappy, shaky hand-held exterior shots that made me wonder if this wasn't some weird experimental film to stadium-lit interior shots that sanitized the scene of any possible emotion.

She's pretty.

And that's the most I can say to recommend the flick to you.

Ends with a big question mark. My favorite kind of Sci-fi.

If you're looking for a light casual sci-fi with monsters and spaceships, this isn't it. What it is.. is a movie with excellent photography, directing, and you can FEEL the emotion, conflict, and in the actors. It's fantastic. We especially track with the leading lady and her turmoil and then found strength. What a movie!! Whomever you watch it with will say "where did you find this?!?" Watch it!

If you like slow remorseful movies, you will like this. Throwing a nugget at the end doesn't make this any better than the hour and half they stole from me. Arrrgg. This isn't truly clever.

and they wonder why its so much drama in the world. If you make since of this u understand drama!

Do not approach this film expecting science fiction!!! However, in the spirit of many great science fiction writers (such as Asimov, whose book is on the main character's desk in one scene), it is meant to offer a philosophical "what if" perspective. It is sad, tragic and cerebral (NO ACTION), and offers a creative hypothetical about our place in the universe. Enjoyable at least for a rental, if not to own. You need to pay close attention in order to understand the end. But if you do, I think you'll feel satisfied that you watched this movie.

Please come out with a second movie!

Another Earth is an amazing meditation on right and wrong action and atonement. That it frames what is a spiritual and philosophical problem -- if we cause suffering as a result of our actions, how may we atone and help others -- against the device of a multiverse helps this story reach many people who would never think of reading Buddhist, Christian, Muslim, or Jewish texts on sin, repentance, and atonement.

I hope that Brit Marling writes more stories that reach the screen.

This is one of the more astounding films I have ever seen. Don't try to find out about it ahead of time. Just experience it. An astonishing understated and unlikely tour de force.

I hope there is a sequel! Tell us what happens!!! Intense but very good film.

If you don't feel like thinking, don't watch this film. It's a philosophical exploration of tragedy and how to start over after doing something unforgivable. On top of great acting, we are taken into a deep understanding of time through astrophysicist Richard Berendzen. This helps us understand the underlying metaphor between the other Earth and the main character Rhoda. Mike Cahill is a true independent director and Brit Marling is a name we will be hearing for a long time. It would be great to see them do another screenplay together. The soundtrack by "Fall On Your Sword" deserves recognition as well.

Tad bit disappointed with ending , however great way to set up a second movie. Love to see as series on HBO or Showtime if done properly.

This film can be a little misleading in the letdown that there is no sci-fi content to be seen. But, and it's a big but, the actual story of the movie is pretty good. The characters are played well, and although it can be pretty slow going at times the storyline is fulfilling. You will like and dislike the ending, and if like myself hope for another episode. As that is how you will feel when it is over, like there should be a part two. Worth renting, sure. Worth buying, probably not. This won't be a film you keep around to watch again.

I didn't really know what to expect... but was more than happily surprised!! Loved the concept, acting ( understated which I loved! especially in these times of everything being shoved down your throat with bright colored overstated noise...) LOVED it!

Wonderful movie that causes you to stop and think. Very similar in tone to "Good Bye Solo". The judges at Sundance were right on when this won two years ago.

Another Earth is an amazingly directed film with vivid character development and plot. However, the main premise is not about the discovery of another earth or space exploration, it is the development of a relationship based on misdirection and guilt. Any Michael Bay fans should turn the other way, you will be bored to tears. This is a low-budget masterpiece with no bells or whistles, just a beautiful story about second chances.

This movie had very little to do with science fiction. It was more about human relationships. I was looking for some sort of sci-fi in the movie, but found very little. If you are looking for a movie about human relationships, then it is a very good movie. If you are looking for science fiction, I would not pay for the movie.

Really? This is a movie? Painfully slow, poorly shot - a major disappointment

I saw this movie in theaters, and it was great. Starts out rather slow, almost to make you feel like you are a part of the story so you can fully grasp the significance of the entirety of the plot. It is a very moving story.

A MUST SEE!

All I can tell you guys is that is you are one of those deep inside kind of people you are going to love this movie. Is not been made with a big plot or budget but is amazing to see how the writer make you look deep inside and make you wonder about yourself if your life went on a different path. This is just great love it and I hope you guys give yourself a chance to see the move is a must buy movie trust me

This film is simply magnificent. If you're expecting a hollywood movie filled with scene by scene excitement, and a shallow highlight of a reproduced and unoriginal film, this is not the film for you. Yes, it is slow moving, and it does portray a sense of loneliness and venerability in certain scenes; which some people may find boring. This film is slightly bare, and leaves you to fill in the blanks. Overall this movie is a great depiction of a broken person attempting to level out the universe by righting her wrongs.

If you want a movie to do the thinking for you watch something else. This one had me wondering for days. It's not sci fi at all, don't be misled. Great flick!

The trailer for this film is very misleading. If you're a Sci-Fi fan needing to feed your need you are going to be disappointed. If you're a drama fan then you'll probably not see the need for the other planet. The principal climax would expectedly be making it to the other world but as it has almost nothing to do with the story you're left with the conflict of your leads which is a stretch at best.

Too many questions left unanswered.

This would make a much better 1st two episodes of a TV show.

The film blew me out of my seat as it ended.

This is basically the most contrived indie film in the history of cinema. There is nothing honest here: The conceptualized substance of this movie is so completely synthetic that the entire thing becomes a laughable melodrama. If you're interested in pretending to be deep and sensitive and meaningful, pretend away with Another Earth.

That might as well been called no world. Slowest non-imaginative film I have seen in years. Principle was simple and enough to draw in my $5.. but I would be taking this rental back if I could. Seemed likely there would be special effects and more sci-fi nuggets, but what you get is a slow fools gold wanting to be something it is not film. Save your money.

many people complain about this movie not being what a scifi film should be, but what they dont understand is thats how its supposed to be. The added concept of scifi was placed in there to grab attention and get the plot started, but if you really watch the movie, youll realize it isnt really meant to be a scifi.

Like its main character Rhoda, Another Earth is pensive and soberly daring. Rhoda hovers in a near-constant moral grey zone while we are both empathetic for and perturbed by her. Despite its dramatic plot and stunning backdrop the story is not obvious to follow; so, like all good movies, pay attention to its subtleties if you'd like to truly appreciate it. I can not wait to see what lovely Marling does next.

This movie requires a deeper level of understanding.

Best movie of 2011 so far.

Everything works perfectly together. The acting, writing, story, plot execution, and cinematography are great. But the best attribute this movie has is its wise and philosophical viewpoint. An instant classic.