Super 8 Brings Back "Mint" Memories

Rating: 7/10 (17 June 2011)

This movie was pretty fun. Spielberg and Abrams both have noticeable presence in the film, meaning there's signature things in the movie that relate to past works. It's full of good action, suspense, and acting. This movie also did a lot to bring back memories of when you were a kid and the conversations you'd have with friends.
The action and effects where cool. The explosions were semi-tame, meaning not too over top keeping in mind that this is some-what of a monster movie. (***SPOILER***) Even though you don't see the creature/monster much, from what you could see it was very well done. This brings back the memories of Spielberg's "Jaws" where the lack of visual presence of the shark made it that much more suspenseful. (end ***SPOILER***). However, there seemed to be some unfulfilled desire that I felt wasn't met when watching this, mainly the ending.
The acting is what really made this movie, though. The way the kids interacted by poking fun at each other, each having a signature phrase they use often to describe something ("mint"), and basically the common arguments/dilemmas friends face together. Elle Fanning was especially impressive with her scenes. Most of the adult actors were forgettable, however, which may have been the main reason for me feeling something was missing. Characters that were suppose be antagonists I never really felt a feeling of anger or dislike towards.
Overall, good movie with great action and acting. 7 Stars.