Much better then I expected

Rating: 7/10 (26 February 2015)

This is a great movie which is well-acted, funny, and creative. Its plot revolves around a man put into combat without any training. He's killed within minutes but an alien gives him the opportunity to relive the day over and over in a time loop. He then has to figure out how to stop the alien invasion. Every time he's killed, he learns a bit more and advances a little more. The film offers likable characters. Emily Blunt and Tom Cruise do a great job acting. The film offers some comedic moments to give you a break from the action sequences. This film offers enough surprises and plot twists to keep you entertained. The reason this only gets a 4 out of 5 is because the ending is predictable. The movie tries to play it safe putting in a happy ending but it falls flat because of its choice. Despite this flaw, the film offers enough to keep sci-fi and action fans entertained. Just don't expect it to be revolutionary or decade-defining when watching it and then you should enjoy it. This movie represents what Michael Bay should have been.