District 9 (2009)
In District 9 (2009), extraterrestrial beings arrive in South Africa and are confined to a slum-like area known as District 9. The film follows Wikus van de Merwe, a bureaucrat tasked with relocating the aliens, who becomes infected with alien DNA. As his transformation progresses, Wikus gains empathy for the aliens, or “prawns,” and seeks to find a cure while fighting for survival. The movie explores themes of segregation, prejudice, and the quest for identity, blending action, science fiction, and social commentary. District 9 became a critical success, praised for its innovative approach and allegorical depth.
