Spielberg does it again!. War of the Worlds, is a non stop action thrill ride, that often leaves you breathless.

Rating: 9/10 (7 February 2010)

War Of The Worlds, is one of the best remakes, I have ever seen, period. I remember loving the original, and with one of my favorite Director's and one of my favorite leading actors on board, I was pumped for this one. Due to busyness, I never got around to watching it, but I can truly say, it was well worth the wait. The action set pieces, are truly remarkable, with some of the most thrilling action, I have honestly ever seen. The scene where the passenger ship comes apart, rivals Titanic for some of the most thrilling stuff, with a ship collapsing, I was enthralled. The chemistry between Tom and Dakota, truly makes a lot of the movie. As the movie slowly passes by, we see there growing chemistry with one another. The machines themselves, are quite frightening looking, it's been a while, since I have felt very squirmy in my seat. It got a little silly near the end, and the ending was sorta cheesy, but I still got a kick out of it, for some reason. War Of The World's is Sci-Fi entertainment, at it's finest!.
Performances. Tom Cruise is as solid as ever as Ray. He plays an every day working man well, while bringing his wonderful charisma as well. We are able to root for him as a family man, and as a Father, he didn't deserve a Razzy. Dakota Fanning is cute as a button for her age, and has remarkable charisma for her age. She is likable, and her chemistry with Cruise, was excellent. Justin Chatwin is OK as Robbie, but his character grated my nerves, much more then once. Tim Robbins is a bit underutilized, but played a great crazy man, I felt insecure with him, more then once.
Bottom line. War Of The Worlds will wow you with it's action, thrill you with it's suspense, and satisfy you with it's solid performances. Spielberg is king, and there isn't really much negative, I can say bout this. A Must see for fans of the original, or action lovers.
9/10