Minority Report

Based on a short tale by Philip K. Dick and featuring Tom Cruise, "Minority Report" combines the concept of free will and the eventual perversion of a "perfect" judicial system. Here, the policemen are content to presume that they are always accurate in arresting a criminal before the commission of a crime, since everything has been predetermined. This concept alone is more than sufficient to terrify everyone.

Instead of delving into Dick's philosophical conundrums, the film focuses on police corruption. However, the themes of fate versus free choice continue to be significant, ending in a decent conclusion that maintains alternative interpretations of the concepts. It also helps that every performance in the movie is outstanding. Max von Sydow's portrayal as the producer of Precrime is flawless for most of the film, only faltering at some minor moments.

Overall, "Minority Report" is a lesser Spielberg movie, but still delivers an excellent insight into a society where the prospect of a thoughtcrime causes us to dread even our neighbors.

Year of Release: 2002

Stars: Tom Cruise, Colin Farrell, Samantha Morton

Rotten Tomatoes Score: 90%