Perry Kate Very very predictable, including the post credit scene !!!

Matrixston Wow! Such a good movie.

Lucybespro It is a performances centric movie

Invaderbank The film creates a perfect balance between action and depth of basic needs, in the midst of an infertile atmosphere.

Whitewraithe Just finished watching this poignant story of a group of friends from Great Britain that begin a somewhat perilous journey to a beach in Wales to satisfy the last wish of their terminally ill friend.Along the journey they seem to meet many hazards with others as well as the elements, but they also have a lot of fun acting like barbarians around a campfire, as well as, having painfully honest conversations between themselves which is rare for men in any situation even bad ones.Although I will not disclose the final end of the story as I was somewhat shocked myself, I can say it was in the face of human determination that all prevailed since I believe it is everyone's right to make decisions about their life regardless of the circumstances.Which got me thinking about the movie title, "Third Star." Why this title unless in the end you may come to the same conclusion as I did; that third star is actually a metaphor for life. Therefore, first star would be birth and childhood, followed by second star which is adulthood and finding one's way into society, and finally third star which might be a metaphor for death and renewal meaning reincarnation.Most religious and spiritual people believe that only the body dies in death, yet the soul lives on and once it is released from the flesh it transcends to other realms possibly a heaven type place or a hellish place depending on the state of the soul as in whether it's evil. After death renewal is possible if not available for when the soul is ready to reincarnate.I'm not an expert on these matters just a ravenous reader that has studied these philosophical ideas on spiritualism and religion for decades. Once you watch the movie and listen to the narrations you will understand what I believe the author/writer was attempting to convey. I believe I know but I will leave the answer up to the viewer.The film is very true to life almost like watching reality t.v. but thankfully it wasn't. Burke and Cumberbatch were excellent as always yet it was very strange seeing them playing these kinds of roles, yet it was a pleasure because it literally shows you the range these magnificent actors have acquired in almost any situation.

Bene Cumb Seeing this film coincided with the current euthanasia debate in my homeland, giving food for thought about this serious and ultimate solution. How far should a person involved go? And how right for him/her is to initiate the people close into these plans? The viewers have to decide, but I liked that the topic of religion was not included. The cast is also strong, leading by Benedict Cumberbatch (as James), who is really one of my favorite actors as he is able to shine in versatile roles - both weak and strong characters are not easy to play. A fine supporting role here is carried out by fine landscape of Wales in and around Pembrokeshire.Third Star is a strong male film with serious topic in the background - probably not for everyone. Moreover, it is difficult to say, how the people with similar fate or experience are able to follow the story.

sydniejimerson In giving a movie ten stars I feel like I really have to explain why but I'm not sure I even can. The first reviewer on this movie talks about how boring most of the movie is but I have to say I disagree. Although I can see how some people might not be enraptured by parts of the film I really enjoyed all of it, even the parts that seemed unimportant. I thought the acting was amazing, everyone did a perfect job, there were humorous parts that sort of caught you off guard and you CANNOT help but sympathize heavily with these characters.And then there's the ending. I have to agree that the ending is the best part of the film, and I also have to say that I never cry at movies.I really don't. I might get teary eyed at a sentimental or touching scene but I have only actually cried at a movie maybe twice in my life. I cried at this movie a LOT, and rather heavily. And at the end I sat through the entire credit reel just crying and crying. I generally don't like sad movies but this was beautiful and tells an amazing story about friends and what they'll do for each other even in terrible situations no one should have to deal with. It's short, and perfectly so.And I'm just not sure I can express beyond this how much this movie has EFFECTED me. I will buy it at some point and it will be in my list of top ten movies of all time. I'm shocked by the low viewer ratings but I do realize a lot of people have a hard time with "slow moving" films and I suppose this could qualify as one but the slow moving plot really sets the mood and gets you attached to the characters before the end. And I just must say I loved this movie.

bangel5460 The premise of this movie is pretty simple and straightforward - four good friends decide to go on a sort of backpacking journey, simple enough except that one of them is dying and this trip is his last wish in a way. For a movie that starts of a bit slow it packs a big emotional punch in the end, surprising you completely. The performances by all four leads were exceptional and you really believe these four people have been friends for years, their interactions and gestures are very believable. But Benedict Cumberbatch stood out from the rest with his subtlety and emotion that pulls you in without saying much yet making a point (the scene in the tent after he wakes up in the middle of the night with everyone sleeping comes to mind). Also the actor that played Miles was great, the last scene between him and James at the beach was almost painful to watch because it just felt so real, which is a testament to great acting on their parts. All in all, a great little gem of a movie well worth seeing, if you can pull through the slower parts it will reward you with great scenery, heartbreaking performances and a thought provoking ending.