It’s hard to say anything about The Nines without spoiling the story entirely, but I wanted to talk about it because it’s one of those under-the-radar movies you almost certainly won’t know anything about and you’ll definitely not have seen. But it’s compelling viewing and a worthy addition to the sci-fi/supernatural genres.

 

In fact, it’s so difficult to talk about any aspect of this movie without giving the game away. So rather than spoil it, I’ll try to give you reasons to watch it. The Nines stars talented actor Ryan Reynolds who plays out the story of three men in three very different realities. Their lives are all connected – but to tell you how would be to – you guessed it – to give the story away.

It’s hard to categorise The Nines. It’s one part The Matrix, one part Donnie Darko, and another part Contact. It’s at times creepy and you’re not sure whether it’s going to shift into high gear as a horror movie. Yes the second part is a bit slow and perhaps overly long, but when you get around to the third part that’s quickly forgotten – especially when the big reveal is just around the corner.

It’s a slow movie, and, like Contact before it, it doesn’t give away all the answers but is instead thought-provoking and leaves the viewer to ponder the meaning behind the movie. It’s beautifully acted; Reynolds looks and feels totally different in each of his three guises and the script is gorgeous.

Summary: A healthy, if somewhat unsurprising 9/10. This is a movie every gamer should watch. For everyone else, it’s just a great movie with a compelling and thought-provoking story. If you liked Donnie Darko then you'll love The Nines.