Impressive special effects poor story

Rating: 6/10 (1 July 2005)

War of the worlds is about a divorced father and the improving relationship with his two children. The war between the human race and the visitors is only the background for this poor story. Too bad that the impressive, spectacular effects and the creative camera angles are not combined with an exiting and original storyline. The film is definitely entertaining but lacks tension.
Remember Pearl Harbour: Attack of Japanese fighters. Hundreds American die. Story focuses on a romance.
War of the worlds: Millions die, but relationship between Tom and his kids are more important.
Despite the enormous amount of work and invested money this is just a mediocre movie. I expected more from Spielberg!