Science Fiction,Thriller,Romance
United States of America
The Adjustment Bureau is a 2011 science-fiction thriller film starring Matt Damon and Emily Blunt. The film is loosely based on the short story "The Adjustment Team" by Philip K. Dick. The story follows David Norris (Matt Damon), a charismatic and ambitious politician on the rise, who meets Elise Sellas (Emily Blunt), a talented dancer, by chance and falls in love with her.
However, the Bureau, a mysterious agency that controls the fate of individuals, intervenes to keep them apart. Norris discovers that his entire life has been manipulated by the Bureau, which has been watching over him and controlling every aspect of his life. They reveal that Norris was supposed to become President, but Elise threatens his predetermined future.
Norris decides to take matters into his own hands and fight against the Bureau. He seeks the help of Harry (Anthony Mackie), a Bureau agent who has grown disillusioned with the organization's rigid control. Together, they embark on a mission to carve out their own destiny and defy the Bureau's plans for them.
The film was praised for its performances, cinematography, and direction. The Adjustment Bureau was a moderate commercial success, grossing over $127 million worldwide. It received positive reviews for its thought-provoking themes of free will, destiny, and the nature of reality.
