Why all the hatred?

Rating: Null/10 (22 July 2011)

This is my review on Cloverfield. Now let me first say that this in no way is a perfect movie but I do not think it deserves all the trash talk that it gets from people. I think the acting from most of the cast was great and it deserves a watch.
This movie is about a group of friends that live in New York city (big surprise I know) So during a going away party they are throwing the city is attacked by something. They strive together to try and survive the turmoil making their way through the city.
Now I have heard many complaints about this movie. First off being thats it shot from the handi-cam type of view. So in that light there is little back story on the characters and very little information on the monster. Though I find it much better that way personally. It feels as if you are in the movie. Think about it if we were attacked we would not have any information on the monster so I think it feels right. It is way better then any other sci-fi flick with some cheezy back story.
Another common complaint is that the monster looks ridiculous. In my opinion thats the dumbest thing I have ever heard. Who knows what kind of creatures lie in the great vastness of space. Not me not you not anyone. The monster could literally be anything.
Bottom line this movie is not perfect there is little story line and even less character development. Even though those movies are not usually for me this one had its perks. I thought it was a fun ride and if you are looking a brainless thriller you can just sit and enjoy then this is for you.