District 9
Diretto da Neill Blomkamp7.990%82%7.5
Negli anni '80 sono arrivati gli alieni. Stavolta però non sono atterrati a Manhattan o in qualche sperduto paesino campagnolo degli Stati Uniti ma si sono fermati con un'astronave gigante sopra Johannesburg senza muoversi più. C'è stato bisogno che un convoglio terrestre andasse a vedere cosa conteneva quella nave apparentemente immobile per scoprire milioni di alieni denutriti, sporchi e in condizioni pessime. Da quel momento per 20 anni i visitatori sono stati stipati in una baraccopoli di Johannesburg creata per l'occasione: il distretto 9. Un luogo dove le creature da un altro pianeta sono trattate come animali, dove regnano caos e anarchia e dal quale ogni tanto scappano facendo incursioni in città che non portano altro che risentimento e xenofobia nella popolazione locale. Ora è arrivato il momento di spostarli da qualche altra parte, ma loro è a casa che vogliono tornare.
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District 9 Ratings e Recensioni
- Sun King22 febbraio 2026Solid movie, Heartwarming ending
- Alexander Sierputowski15 marzo 2025District 9 is not just a movie; it’s a visceral, thought-provoking experience that seamlessly blends science fiction with raw, unfiltered social commentary. Directed by Neill Blomkamp, this 2009 gem is a bold, unflinching exploration of humanity’s flaws, wrapped in the guise of an alien invasion story. The film’s premise is deceptively simple: a massive alien spacecraft hovers over Johannesburg, South Africa, and its inhabitants—derogatorily referred to as "prawns"—are forced into a slum-like refugee camp called District 9. What unfolds is a harrowing tale of segregation, exploitation, and the dehumanization of "the other." But here’s the kicker: the aliens aren’t the villains. The real antagonist is us—humanity’s greed, prejudice, and capacity for cruelty. What makes District 9 so extraordinary is its ability to reflect reality in a fictional setting. The parallels to apartheid, xenophobia, and systemic oppression are impossible to ignore. The film doesn’t just hold up a mirror to society; it smashes that mirror in your face, forcing you to confront uncomfortable truths about power, privilege, and morality. The protagonist, Wikus van de Merwe (played brilliantly by Sharlto Copley), is a perfect embodiment of this moral ambiguity. He starts as a bumbling bureaucrat, complicit in the oppression of the aliens, but his transformation—both physically and emotionally—is one of the most compelling arcs in modern cinema. His journey from oppressor to ally is messy, painful, and deeply human. Visually, District 9 is a triumph. The gritty, documentary-style cinematography immerses you in the chaos of District 9, while the seamless integration of CGI aliens makes the world feel terrifyingly real. The action sequences are intense and visceral, but they never overshadow the film’s deeper themes. At its core, District 9 is a story about empathy. It challenges us to question who we are, who we could become, and what it truly means to be human. It’s a rare sci-fi film that doesn’t rely on flashy spectacle to captivate its audience—it relies on its heart, its message, and its unrelenting honesty. In a world where division and inequality still dominate headlines, District 9 remains as relevant as ever. It’s a cinematic wake-up call, a reminder that the line between "us" and "them" is often arbitrary—and that true progress begins with understanding and compassion. If you haven’t seen District 9, do yourself a favor and watch it. It’s not just a movie; it’s a mirror, a warning, and a call to action. And if you’ve already seen it, watch it again. Its brilliance only deepens with time.
- m.grec521 febbraio 2026Good shit….
- HDJoe6 giugno 2025Absolutely amazing film. Sadly, I don’t think we’ll ever find out if Christopher comes back and if Wickus gets “fixed”
- tokethaninja28 novembre 2025a really great movie about apartheid and aliens
- TheMikeKoro22 ottobre 2025I felt the movie was a bit slow and kind of boring? Aliens come to earth and the movie is about human (alien) rights and some guy who gets infected? IDK, I was underwhelmed.
- alain303017 settembre 2025Nice movie worth watching
- Stairwaytothestars24 agosto 2025Extraordinary, heartbreaking, and thought-provoking. I have a warning to all life forms in the Universe: Do not come to Earth because you may encounter danger, and there is too much evil here!
- SniffinTrout6 agosto 2025Great movie reminds me of elysium a lil bit🤣 and this other movie that was on netflix with a robot and his owner dies and downloads himself into ai? Anyone remember?
- Richard Thornton22 luglio 2025Less talked about now but it really holds up. Perhaps because the message of the movie is still just as relevant.
- mickerdoo1 luglio 2025Inventive mockumentary style. Organized story with a lot of action. A lead that starts as a boob and ends up a hero. And stunning effects.
- DarlingInThePlexx3 giugno 2025A friend and I had a huge fight about this movie. Like we didn’t talk for weeks. It’s was over something dumb but that how invested we were in this. If you haven’t seen it it’s great and sad and even more applicable to today!
District 9 Trivia
District 9 è stato rilasciato il 13 agosto 2009.
District 9 era diretto da Neill Blomkamp.
District 9 ha una durata di 1h 52min.
District 9 è stato prodotto da Peter Jackson, Carolynne Cunningham.
Negli anni '80 sono arrivati gli alieni. Stavolta però non sono atterrati a Manhattan o in qualche sperduto paesino campagnolo degli Stati Uniti ma si sono fermati con un'astronave gigante sopra Johannesburg senza muoversi più. C'è stato bisogno che un convoglio terrestre andasse a vedere cosa conteneva quella nave apparentemente immobile per scoprire milioni di alieni denutriti, sporchi e in condizioni pessime. Da quel momento per 20 anni i visitatori sono stati stipati in una baraccopoli di Johannesburg creata per l'occasione: il distretto 9. Un luogo dove le creature da un altro pianeta sono trattate come animali, dove regnano caos e anarchia e dal quale ogni tanto scappano facendo incursioni in città che non portano altro che risentimento e xenofobia nella popolazione locale. Ora è arrivato il momento di spostarli da qualche altra parte, ma loro è a casa che vogliono tornare.
I personaggi principali di District 9 sono Wikus van de Merwe (Sharlto Copley), Christopher Johnson / Grey Bradnam / Trent (Jason Cope), Sarah Livingstone - Sociologist (Nathalie Boltt).
District 9 è votato T.
District 9 è un film Fantascienza, Action, Thriller.
District 9 ha una valutazione di 8.2 su 10 dal pubblico.
District 9 aveva un budget di 30 Mln USD.
District 9 ha guadagnato 210,9 Mln USD al botteghino.