Just Fantastic!

Rating: 9/10 (5 February 2019)

I watched this movie expecting to be very disappointed. What a surprise to find i was totally delighted and enthralled after less than 20 minutes!
This is Spielberg at his best. The story, the visuals, the cast, the wonder, the magic...
I loved all the pop culture references and almost whooped and punched the air when The Iron Giant appeared! Then there's the Dolorian, Godzilla, The Overlook Hotel sequence, Robocop, Alien, even "f*****g Chucky" and sooooo much more.
This nostalgia has been criticised by some reviewers, but trust me it's totally relevant to the virtual world that has been envisioned in this movie. And what's so wrong with a bit of nostalgia anyway!
This is a completely thrilling movie. A shining example of how a popcorn movie should be. The actors performances are perfect in the roles they play, particularly Tye Sheridan & Olivia Cooke.
There is also a warning to all game players out there for a very possible future. As wonderful as Virtual Reality may seem - it's not REAL - so be careful what you wish for!
Most of all though this film is a roller coaster ride of fun & thrills.
BTW - this reviewer turned 68 last year, (just thought I'd share that!).
Enjoy the movie ðŸ˜Ž