Big performances by little guys !!!

Rating: 8/10 (9 August 2011)

The story in Super 8 isn't something new. The special effects and CGI are quite convincing and spot-on. Directing is adequate, such as the pacing. What really takes off the film is the kids'performances !!
Seeing this film reminded me of Goonies and other kid-focused films where friendship, curiosity, recklessness, bravery and selflessness define the film. If you approach this movie as another alien sci-fi film you may not be that satisfied because there have been a lot of identical films out there with much more special effects, deeper plot etc.
Instead, try to see it as a film about 5 young teenagers, their troubles, their friendship, their hunger to do things and explore new stuff, all these being told through a disaster and a crisis due to an extraterrestrial creature.