Incredible collection of clichés

Rating: 4/10 (23 June 2001)

While the special effects in the movie, combined with an above average plot may not be enough in itself to keep the viewer from falling asleep from sheer boredom, counting the clichés in the movie might provide enough entertainment to pass the time a little faster.
The movie is basically a combination of Braveheart and Independence day, set in a timeframe roughly between these two epics. The clichés are numerous and quite easy to spot and all the classics are present. To name a few we have the pc moment where a racist realizes the error of his ways, the patriotic speech by a young girl in a church, the family moment (several actually), the changing of the outcome of an entire battle by one person's bravery, the religious moment, etc. The list in endless. Whichever cliché you count on to bring a reluctant tear to your eye, you'll find it in this movie. Unless of course you aren't American.
A sentimental pile of drivel which I would not recommend.