A promising politician has his life invaded by a group of men claiming to be the Adjustment Bureau, a world wide organization who specialise in keeping peoples lives on track.
According to the plan, David Norris (Matt Damon) will most likely become a massively influential part of American politics. He has already made a big name for himself in the New York area, he is popular with residents for his grass-roots background, and his candid nature makes him an appealing popular figure. However, the forces of chance conspire for him to divert from his plan, placing him in the way of Elise (Emily Blunt), a talented dancer, and the two develop instant romantic feelings for each other.
However, David’s plan, according to the Adjustment Bureau, must be set right in order for the his, and Elise’s lives to go where they are meant to. Using their catalogue of tricks and illusions, the Bureau attempt to keep the two apart no matter how much the pair attract each other.
A gripping and tense thriller, the film also contains some enjoyable moments of romance. The story is like a star-crossed tragedy meets The Truman Show. And the result is compelling.
Matt Damon is excellent as the lead role, offering up a combination of single-mindedness typical of most politicians, along with tender moments of revelation and intimacy when he is with Elise, ultimately creating a likeable character.
Emily Blunt is a wonderful choice for the role of Elise. Her quick-fire jibes at David offer some great moments of comedy, as well as revealing the own insecurities in her life. Her dancing sequences were excellently choreographed, with elegance and grace.
Using the bustling metropolis of New York, the film has some brilliant set pieces, seeing Damon traverse the city using a selection of back doors and short cuts, bringing out some of the landmarks as well as the hidden streets.
An example of a good idea, which, in the hands of the wrong director, could have been an utter disaster. But, fortunately, The Adjustment Bureau is an intelligent, sharp film that brings the battle between fate and chance to the forefront, with brilliant results.
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