Cloud Atlas (2012)

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The complex and richly layered movie "Cloud Atlas," based on the book of the same name, intercuts among six storylines, each set in a distinct timeline ranging from the 1800s to a post-apocalyptic future. Most of the same actors appear in each timeline as different characters who may or may not have a connection to each other. The A-list cast includes Tom Hanks, Halle Berry, Jim Broadbent, Hugo Weaving and Susan Sarandon. In each timeline, a person must overcome some sort of adversity in order to achieve a victory that will carry on to a later generation. Some form of storytelling also figures prominently in each timeline. This powerful movie is also bolstered by beautiful scenery, sets and top of the line special effects.