i liked it

Rating: 10/10 (25 August 2002)

i liked this movie a lot first off, i think perhaps the title doesn't refer to the signs of the aliens coming but rather to the signs to mel Gibson that god does exist. also appealing to me was how this supposed horror sci-fi thriller turned out to be very spiritual in nature. i can also see how this would be disappointing to those of little faith out there.
as for the weak plot, it was only weak as far as the aliens go, and I get the feeling that that is what night wanted. it makes you stop thinking about the aliens so much, which would be distracting to the hidden story. kinda brings out the issue of faith again.
i also really enjoyed the ending because there all the little signs that had been posted for Mel finally came together, just how little things that seemed kinda weird at the time turn out to be evidence of a higher power. getting you to trust in the lord and not lean on your own understanding.
some one said that they thought it was very formulaic, but i don't see how a sci-fi film about god can be formulaic. actually seems to be the opposite.
The surprise ending is that it is about god and not aliens. (as it was advertised)
this movie is incredibly appealing to some and not to others. If you want a spiritual and philosophical work for the soul i recommend it. if you are looking for the horror thriller that has lots of cool special effects and gory fight scenes i wouldn't want to waste the movie on you.