Don't watch this!

Rating: 1/10 (5 September 2006)

First of all, I should just say that I haven't actually seen this film. Odd, you may think, but I have avoided this on principle. The book War of the Worlds, by H.G. Wells-written in the late 19th century, is a science fiction classic. It is set in London, the main character does not have children, and in fact, the only real similarity between the film and the book is the title.
I am sure this film may be very good. It may have great special effects and set pieces. But it should not be called War of the Worlds, as it is at best false advertising and at worst a heart wrenching corruption of a classic novel.