The Adjustment Bureau
dir. George Nolfi · 2011
Feature
Forbidden Love
Mood
Romantic / Tense
Look
sleek urban cinematography with a blend of shadowy intrigue and romantic warmth
Structure
linear with flashbacks and moments of introspection
Plot
A man glimpses the future Fate has planned for him – and chooses to fight for his own destiny. Battling the powerful Adjustment Bureau across, under and through the streets of New York, he risks his destined greatness to be with the only woman he's ever loved.
Why watch
"The Adjustment Bureau" weaves a thrilling tapestry of love and destiny, where a man battles unseen forces to claim his future. With its sleek urban aesthetic and a poignant exploration of free will versus fate, this film invites viewers to ponder the lengths one will go for love.
Cultural context
modern urban romanceexistential philosophythe impact of technology on relationshipsthe quest for personal agency