Don't expect art house chic

Rating: 7/10 (26 October 1998)

Armageddon is a typical summer movie. When I see the ads for the special effects spectaculars, I don't go and expect to see Citizen Kane. I expect to be entertained, and loudly. Armageddon certainly fills the loud requirement, and it fills the entertainment quota as well. Bruce Willis portrays his typical character, a hard nosed guy who sacrifices a lot to get the job done. It's the same role as John McClain, Willis' character from the Die Hard series. Steve Buscemi is a treat in this movie, but Liv Tyler was obviously added for eye candy, as her performance was not very convincing.
Armageddon is a great film to watch on a seminal level. If you want art house quality, rent Citizen Kane.