District 9 - Very Cool

Rating: 10/10 (23 August 2009)

It's refreshing to see a modern alien film that doesn't blow. If you're thinking about seeing "District 9", but remember the horrible experiences you had viewing the "Day The Earth Stood Still" or "War Of The Worlds" modern interpretations, don't be scared. It is nothing like that terrible, polished crap. D9 boasts a unique story that will draw you in while maintaining a very realistic feel. The special effects are top notch and the CGI interaction is spot on. At the risk of sounding like a nerd, the alien weaponry is very cool. The bits of humor don't take away from the serious atmosphere and you won't be bored by a single emotion for very long. It left me with a very old-school sci-fi feel. Definitely more of a "dude" flick however.