The ultimate analogy of Tom Cruisehe can never die

Rating: 7/10 (8 June 2014)

"Edge of Tomorrow" is the ultimate analogy of Tom Cruise's career. He cannot die. He'll just keep coming back to kick butt in movie screens around the world. The new action hero he plays is Cage, a cowardly military officer that is forced into the front lines against an alien invasion. Lacking any real combat experience, he makes up for it in attaining an ability to relive the same day over and over again simply by dying. The idea is reminiscent of the Billy Murray comedy "Groundhog's Day." While a similar concept, the movies are vastly different. An interesting, science-fiction, explanation is given for the reason of the daily recycle. It has something to deal with blood--that's all I can say. With each restart of the day, his character becomes stronger and more equipped to vanquish the aliens. He teams up with Rita, the poster soldier (literally) for killing aliens, and who had once shared the same capability as Cage.
The additional cast members are decent. Bill Paxton appears as Sergeant Farrell, an uptight military commander with a short mustache and an even more curt way of saying things. It almost feels out of character for Paxton to play a tough guy. He has developed the reputation of portraying wimps, as seen in every James Cameron movie (going as far back as Aliens). In "Edge of Tomorrow," he completely breaks away from this typecast and he does so with stark believability. Brenda Gleeson takes a smaller role as General Brigham. With only two scenes, he instantly gives the impression of a determined military leader. Not many actors have this strength or capacity like Gleeson.
While the movie's idea is anything but original, it still is a fun ride for the masses. There is plenty of action, impressive visual effects, and well-timed moments of humor. There is never a bland moment in this film. It is always on the run. The film also proves that Tom Cruise, now at age 52, still has the charm, wit, and agility of being an action star. I can feel and sense that there will be many more years for Tom Cruise as a blockbuster hero. Like with his character Cage, he cannot be killed (figuratively speaking of course).