This film must be viewed allegorically. The slow pace fits perfectly as the story unfolds and the reality begins to sink in. The objective is not so much to entertain by escaping from reality but to become so immersed in reality that one is either forced to think deeply about the plight of our home called earth OR to dismiss this film as poor theater! We choose to engage our minds and to think deeply. Thank you Mr. Clooney, all the cast and crew. Well done!