I have not read the book so i have no idea if Richard Ayoade took more liberties than he should but quite like submarine he managed to tell a story i found really compelling. The outstanding thing after watching his films is the sense of realness he puts in his characters, and both in submarine and here i find i completely relate to the main character. And that is part of why i think Richard Ayoade is a director to watch, he manages to make anyone relate to these people not by making them as bland as possible (like many huge movie franchises today ranging from the masked vigilante that serves as a vessel to tell the story to the everyman underdog that manages to pull through) but by giving them character so distinct you cannot help but be understanding and accepting them as characters. The tone of this film is alot darker but it still works and there are some pretty interesting shots taking advantage of the premise of the film.

The acting in this movie is really on point. I find Jesse Eisenberg a hit or miss actor, but this performance i think among his best and i think better than what he had to offer in the social network [which somehow got him an oscar nomination...]. If you are avoiding the movie because he is in it i'd say you should give it a shot because i have never seen him come close to this performance. Mia Wasikowska gives a solid performance and Wallace Shawn pops in once in a while and made an impression on me (not because of his acting but something about him got my attention). Overall a fine performance from all involved.

The story is an experience. It is completely captivating even if sometimes you know where it's going. I wont say anymore because is think there is not much to tale this is an abstract way to tell a story from one mans prospective and it offers some food for thought.

I enjoyed this film more than i thought i would. I can't wait to see what Ayoade has in store next because so far his films have been superb.