Weather or Not , that is the Question

Rating: 9/10 (28 May 2004)

I gave this movie a 9, not so much as a comment on its intellectual status but on its effect visually. I was ducking and weaving objects hurtling toward me. The visual effects are the most entertaining part of this movie. And in my opinion the actors weren't necessary , apart from "let's show what happens when you stand out in a storm".
Considering that about half of humanity is wiped out there is surprisingly very little blood actually shown,( a disappointment to 'Kill Bill' fans ). A few chuckles were to be had, mainly at the "only in America scenes". The best actor by far is the dog, and the worst "wimpiest portrayal of an American President".
This movie will probably not be the huge blockbuster hit that its makers hope, with a $125,000,000 budget and a probable 75 mil on promotion, this movie will struggle to break even. It will most probably get nominated for visual effects in the 'Oscars', but there are few other redeeming points.