When I sat down to watch this movie I was looking forward to an intelligent science fiction ride. I also thought from the plot overviews I'd read that it would be full of action as well. I'm also a big fan of Ethan Hawke, and so I thought it would be good because he usually makes great film choices.

The viewing experience was, however, tepid. The acting was great, and there were a few nice cinematic shots and edits, but overall it was a let down. I hadn't realised the first half would be so slow (there's a lot sitting and talking), and at the end (I'm not spoiling) when the narrative and editing style made it clear the audience was meant to be in shock at the big revelation my husband and I looked at each other in surprise and said, "Really? They honestly think we hadn't worked this out an hour ago?"

Predestination had potential, but it wasn't reached.