Good movie with a disappointing ending

Rating: 6/10 (10 April 2008)

Cloverfield is a monster movie with a difference. I really liked the idea that the whole movie is from the viewpoint of Hud who is recording the entire monster-episode on his video cam. This gives the entire movie a very realistic appeal. Also, for most part of the movie, the viewer is hooked to the screen and feels very much a part of the entire episode. Maintains a good grip throughout. However, my only grudge against movies like Cloverfield and The Mist is the crappy ending. I was very disappointed withe the climax of Cloverfield - i mean after 90 mins didn't want to see the entire true-love and rescue operation go off in vain. Also no explanation is given for the monster- its left to the viewers imagination - whether its natural or caused by a military experiment etc. Performances are very realistic. Overall a good movie with a disappointing ending !!