I don't play video games

Rating: 10/10 (11 April 2018)

My boys wanted to see this, and I thought "I'm not a Gamer so I probably won't like this movie". But I couldn't be more mistaken .This movie was classic Spielberg. One of his best! It reminded me of the great Spielberg classics like Back to the Future and E.T.
The throwback to the 80's made me really connect with this movie as it took me back to an era of John Hughes and his terrific movies. My kids pointed out the many Easter Eggs (which I learned are hidden pop culture references) throughout the film; and there are a ton!
This movie was so much fun! I loved the characters and found myself really rooting for them. The action was great, the story kept me on the edge of my seat, and the chemistry of the two lead characters really worked.
The bonus at the end of the film was the message; "video games can be great but real life is better" (I paraphrase). I walked out of the theater totally surprised and happy. It was truly a great film, done so well by a master storyteller. As a parent, I recommend this movie. Your kids will absolutely love it and so will you!