I watched part of this film last night and plan on finishing it today. I should read the book because I'm sure it is better (However, Vonnegut "loved" the translation onto the silver screen). The film explores fate and free will and the illogical nature of human beings. Protagonist Billy Pilgrim is unstuck in time, randomly experiencing the events of his life, with no idea of what part he next will visit or re-live...so, his life does not end with death; he re-lives his death, before its time, an experience often mingled with his other experiences. Crazy huh? Think Desmond in "Lost".
Speaking of "Lost" it will be starting up in February '09. I always thought a big thread to the show was time travel. I think the "LOST" series revolves around the use of a quasi-conventional time machine. All of the "mysteries" that the show presents can be explained through an understanding of how this time machine is used. While many think that a time machine is a "cheap" answer to the show, I can assure you that once LOST makes the "big reveal," there will be much to think about and reflect upon. It's all about time-loops, alternate time lines and, most importantly, the ability to travel back and forth in time...and becoming "Unstuck".
Peace, DAG!
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