Is "2012" art? Absolutely not. It reminds us that cinema exists not only to make art but also to expertly create sensation like no other medium. When done well, that can be just as valuable and just as astonishing. But is "2012" a sublime example of the kind of huge-budget entertainment that Hollywood does best -- indeed, the only kind of moviemaking at which Hollywood continues to excel? Yes. It is certainly the best movie of its kind ever made. It should (but surely will not) be the last movie of its kind ever made.
"Mr. Jacobs? This is Gary from American Express. I'm calling about potentially fraudulent activity on your Credit Card ending in 6712. It appears someone has purchased 200 tickets for a Friday night screening of 2012."
"No mistake there. Thank you and goodbye."
I'm sorry that I won't be able to see this with you. This may be the quintessential David Jacobs movie.
Posted by: Matt Jacobs | November 15, 2009 at 01:00 AM
No spoilers, but you are telling me that Mos Def makes a cameo and corrupt cops are involved?
Posted by: David Jacobs | November 15, 2009 at 09:03 AM
No comment.
Posted by: Matt Jacobs | November 15, 2009 at 11:02 AM