This is a very well made Sci-Fi action movie that is both entertaining and visually stimulating. I have not been a fan of the 3D movies that have come out recently, but this one is actually worth the few extra dollars. The action is non-stop and although the budget was not huge, they make the best what they have. I give this movie a "10" not because it is a masterpiece, or because the plot or science is brilliant, but because of how well the movie was made in 3D and how believable the acting was. Karl Urban goes through the whole movie without us ever seeing his face. (For an actor that must have been hard. You are going to be the lead actor but no one will ever see your face.) But he does a great job and makes all the macho one-liners sound good. Olivia Thirlby plays the rookie judge, with special powers, very effectively, not over the top but a good contrast to the machine like Dredd. Also, she gets to keep the helmet off, which is a good thing. And although the script is thin, the direction, the action and the 3D visuals, more than make up for it. It is not for kids or the weak of hart, but if you are a Sci-Fi fan, go see this movie now.
