8/10
Starring
Kyle Chandler
Elle Fanning
Joel Courtney
Gabriel Basso
Noah Emmerich
Directed by J.J.
Abrams
Amazing movie to
see and if you've delayed watching this sci-fi flick, you’re missing out on one
of the best films of the summer.
Super 8 is a
classic sci-fi movie where, at its heart, all the alien wants is to go home.
Written and
directed by J.J. Abrams and produced by Spielberg himself, Super 8 is proof of
the magic that can be achieved without relying on A-list actors. Abrams’ vision
keeps you glued to your seat as the excitement unfolds. The suspense is
gripping, and the drama is overwhelmingly entertaining.
Set in the late
'70s, the movie makes you wonder how a group of kids will pull off an
unimaginable quest. The nostalgic feel is reminiscent of Spielberg’s classic
films from the '70s and '80s. Just as E.T. wanted to go home, so does our alien
here—it’s a simple premise brought to life in an extraordinary way.
One standout
aspect of the film is its continuity. Abrams expertly weaves together multiple
storylines, keeping them interconnected yet distinct, without losing the
audience’s attention. Everything ties together seamlessly by the end, creating
a satisfying and cohesive narrative.
Plot:
The story follows six kids who come together to make a zombie movie. While
filming, they witness a train crash that sets off a chain of events. On one
hand, you’re watching the kids as they continue working on their movie. On the
other, the town’s deputy is investigating the crash, trying to uncover why the
Air Force seems unusually interested in what should be a routine accident.
Things escalate
when people start disappearing, and electronic gadgets and car engines
mysteriously vanish. Amid all this chaos, the kids remain focused on finishing
their film. But the stakes get higher when one of them is taken by the alien.
The remaining
four kids, joined by a stoned driver, decide to rescue their friend, throwing
caution to the wind. When asked why he wasn’t joining the mission, the fifth
kid hilariously replies, “I wanna live, okay.”
The visual
effects are impressive, adding to the movie’s charm. And as a bonus, during the
credits, you get to watch a 5-minute clip of the zombie movie the kids were
making—it’s a fun touch that ties everything together.
My advice? Don’t
be put off by the film’s title. Go see Super 8. It’s worth it, and the kids
even manage to finish their movie in the end!
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