Worthy and entertaining blockbuster

Rating: 8/10 (7 December 2014)

Edge of Tomorrow follows along the path of Pacific Rim and produces an action packed science fiction movie where all of humanity and planet earth is fighting against a powerful alien invasion.
Tom Cruise plays Cage, a higher-up public relations executive in the armed forces. He is thrown to the front line before a massive battle when he goes against his commanding officer General Brigham. Not trained in the art of warfare, especially against an extraterrestrial enemy, Cage faces certain death. On the day of the battle a strange thing happens to him and as the film's tagline says: "Live, Die, Repeat."
Edge of Tomorrow is one of the rare films where a trailer actually hindered the film. I believe the greatest hook of the movie, the part where for some strange reason Cage is able to reset the day and seemingly change the future, would have been much better utilized if it was a surprise. This action version of Groundhog Day is a refreshing and original take on a typical summer blockbuster.
As a film where history repeats itself, Edge of Tomorrow does a wonderful job to engage the viewer effectively as the story evolves during the same twenty-four hours. With each reboot we get just enough new information amidst the old news of the past without ever feeling repetitive or redundantly boring. Though with any 'time traveling' feature, Edge of Tomorrow is certainly not flawless and contains several plot holes.
Emily Blunt is a superb action star of the future and I hope she continues to gain roles of this type in addition to more serious roles. She is strong, capable and sharp as Rita, the Angel of Verdun.
Overall Edge of Tomorrow is a worthy film to entertain the masses as a summer action blockbuster. The story is unique and evident, different but not a stretch and the fight scenes are thrilling but also light and comical.
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