Mel Gibson could have thought twice before starring in this unoriginal, schmaltzy film that brings nothing new to the table and fiddles badly with sci-fi. However, the film does have its moments, very few, but that make this movie average.
'Forever Young' really isn't good because it's too unbelievable. Why would a project that charismatic be forgotten? Why would the brother not tell him that his lover was alive? Why does the aging get that bad only towards the end of the film? It's so inaccurate that it even frustrates at times. But keep it in mind if you feel particularly in need of love.
WATCH FOR THE MOMENT - When the two kids play around with the freezing machine, fidgeting with the buttons, and suddenly, it opens to reveal Gibson...