Not bad for a re-make

Rating: 7/10 (21 November 2005)

If you haven't seen the original, then do so before watching this version. I was slightly disappointed by some of the omissions in this version but it made up for those losses. The changes that have been made do not visually damage the movie or relinquish the story line in any way. Special FX are not spectacular or, over done, as is the case in most movies of today, but some scenes have the potential to make you jump.
Although not as believable as the original "Radio Broadcast" this remake could almost make you wonder "what if". As I suggested earlier, watch the original first as this will give some insight as to what is missing in the newer version, or better still, grab a copy of Jeff Waynes Musical Version of War of the Worlds, light some candles, sit back and enjoy a marvelous piece of musical workmanship.