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A teacher opens a time capsule that has been dug up at his son's elementary school; in it are some chilling predictions -- some that have already occurred and others that are about to -- that lead him to believe his family plays a role in the events that are about to unfold.
A widowed professor discovers a time capsule containing predictions of past and future disasters. He races against time to prevent a catastrophic event foretold in the capsule's contents, which appears to be connected to his own family. The film explores themes of fate, free will, and the end of the world.
Knowing received generally negative reviews from critics, who found the plot convoluted and the disaster sequences excessive, though some praised its ambitious scope and visual effects.
Praiseworthy for its visual spectacle and unique premise.
Criticized for its over-the-top disaster scenarios and nonsensical plot.
Some found the ending to be thought-provoking, while others deemed it anticlimactic.
Google audience: Audience reviews are mixed, with many appreciating the film's visual effects and apocalyptic themes. However, a significant portion of viewers found the storyline hard to follow and the ending unsatisfying, with some enjoying the philosophical implications.
The film's original ending was different and involved a more traditional disaster movie scenario; it was changed to the more controversial, allegorical ending after producer Todd Lieberman felt the original was too predictable.
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"Knowing" (2009) is one of those movies that grabs your attention with an intriguing concept and keeps you hooked with its mystery and suspense. The plot, while ambitious and unique, sometimes feels like it bites off more than it can chew, ...
A very intriguing set-up, but not much else of note is found in _Knowing_. _Final rating:★★ - Had some things that appeal to me, but a poor finished product._
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