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Movies are the modern art "experience" of our culture. They are transmitted in many forms, on screens in theatres, DVDs, television and even computers. They are the merge of classical theatrical acting and modern day technical set and experience creation (effects). The reason I enjoy and watch lots of movies is that they not only entertain, they communicate the nuances of our society. Of course, some have nothing to do with culture, its just greedy corporations trying to produce profits. I am a guy, and as such am not the ideal audience for romantic comedies or 'chick fliks'. However I am also a husband, and domestic bliss (as well as common sense) compels me to at least review them...occasionally. For the most part, you will find I like (and therefor review a lot of ) action, drama, science fiction, suspense and similarly themed movies.
Entries in the day the earth stood still (1)
The Day The Earth Stood Still (2008)
Saturday, December 13, 2008 at 1:56AM 
The day the earth waited in line for stale popcorn.
| Overall Grade: | C- |
| Story: | C+ |
| Acting: | D+ |
| Direction: | D |
| Visuals: | B |
In the manner of "The Happening", the latest world catastrophe movie "The Day The Earth Stood Still" becomes an afterthought to geopolitical campaigning, and removes from the equation of science fiction both science and fiction. With a mildly likable character from Jennifer Connelly, this film tried to find a center but feels like no one really steps to the plate. "The Day The Earth Stood Still" is a post-modern remake of the 1951 film with the same name.
The film has relatively unimpressive acting from everyone including Keanu Reeves who adds another deific character to his resume in the human embodied alien of "Klaatu". Cast in the emotionless alien role, Reeves forms a hesitant proxy to which Connelly's character pleads for mercy for the fate of humankind. The story is worthwhile, but after 110 minutes of cliche and vacant stares of emotionless setup for the plot, there is no tension left, nothing to resolve. Just a bit of a pseudo-science conclusion that seems uncontrived, while still being unconvincing.
For those 50's buffs, you will like the retro renderings of special effects, but after that, its just a long series of gun magazines being loaded and stereo-typical stupid leadership decisions being made. It's always nice to watch a movie that shows political figures as even more inanely foolish than their real life counterparts. Thank God we can all recognize Hollywood's relentlessly stupid political bashing, so while its annoying, at least it doesn't completely destroy the movie. But for its part, not much is there to destroy.
As far as content, there is no violence, language, or sexual content that would offend anyone over 11 or 12. The PG-13 rating is a bit cautious in my view, but there may be 8-10 year olds that will find momentary scenes to startle them and stick in their memory. Beyond that, not much is shocking, surprising or even interesting. Likely the biggest draw of this film is its nostalgic connection to sci-fi films golden era. If you can make it that long, at least make sure to get a hot bag of newly popped popcorn before entering the theater. That way at least something will be fresh about your experience.
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Review by Kim Gentes