Added to Prime Video on Monday, Apr 29, 2024 In a dystopian future where emotions are illegal and suppressed by drugs, the protagonist, a law enforcement officer, begins to feel emotions and questions the oppressive system he upholds. His journey to resistance leads to a climactic confrontation with the totalitarian regime, aiming to restore freedom and human emotions.
You can watch “Equilibrium” on Prime Video in Canada.
Length: 1h 47m
Genre: Action, Drama, Sci-Fi, Thriller
This Title is: Dystopian, Thought-Provoking
Cast
Christian Bale, Emily Watson, Taye Diggs, Angus Macfadyen, Sean Bean
Parental Guidance
Maturity Rating: R – Violence, some language
Trivia
- The concept of “gun kata”, a fictional martial art using firearms, is a unique element of the film.
- Filming took place in Berlin, utilizing its mix of modern and fascist architecture to emphasize the oppressive regime.
- The film was initially released as “Librium” before being renamed to “Equilibrium”.
Trailer
Our Review
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Equilibrium crafts a thought-provoking narrative set in a stark, totalitarian future where emotion is the enemy. While the film heavily draws on elements familiar from other dystopian thrillers, Christian Bale’s compelling performance elevates it. Its unique approach to action sequences through “gun kata” and the stark visual style are notable, though it may echo other genre staples a bit too closely for some.
