One of the best movies of the genre.

Rating: 8/10 (17 July 2008)

Okay I had very high expectations for Cloverfield. I found out that JJ Abrams was doing a secret project and couldn't wait to see the trailer. And once you saw the Statue of Liberty's head get chopped off and land in the middle of the street - you know you are in for a treat. The "blair-witch project" camera view was annoying at times. And at times I was rather amused that the "camera-man" kept holding it up no matter what, which drew away a sense of realism. Although most characters were quite undeveloped, you got drawn to like them, feel for them and with a big LCD/Plasma TV you'll be submerged into this Hell. Overall it's a story of love and courage and friendship with a big bad "some thing" in it. The fresh take on the genre was refreshing and it deserved 10* for that, however in the end the movie is slightly underdeveloped with an abrupt end and the fact that camera is indestructible take the 2 stars away.
Well worth a watch, I recommend everyone buys it on DVD. I hope there is a sequel in the making!
8/10