Just enjoy the show

Rating: 8/10 (1 July 2005)

Unlike the droves of would-be movie critics out there, I went to the theater to ENJOY myself watching a remake of a science fiction movie I saw as a child. I didn't go with an ax to grind for an actor, nor to look for holes in the plot. Personally, I'm tired of technical gimmickry taking over the starring role in many of today's movies, I prefer characters to do it. And that's what I got. Raw human emotions, the suspense as they try to flee, the terror in the eyes of a child, the narrow escapes from danger all drew me in. Cruise and Dakota give very good performances, with Robbins adding a believable fringe factor. The special effects rock, but aren't the centerpiece. If you go watch this movie and don't find any enjoyment then you can only blame yourself for wasting your $9.00.