Despite its flaws,it's still not a bad film

Rating: 6/10 (21 December 1999)

Incredible special effects really highlight this box-office smash of an alien race's invasion of Earth,by wiping out its cities,and ultimately the human populace. Cheesy dialogue and a weak plot,however,are quite evident here,but that should not sway one from seeing this film. It can be quite fun at times;I found myself cheering for Will Smith's Captain Hiller during the first combat scene,and President Whitmore's leading the human forces in a battle over Area 51. Also boosted by a dramatic,patriotic score by David Arnold.

**1/2 out of ****