A Fun Summer Blockbuster!

Rating: 9/10 (1 February 2012)

Now even though this is Steven Spielberg at the directors helm, this is what a summer blockbuster should be. I find that people bash this movie because they expect an awards season movie as Spielberg typically makes year in and year out.
This is based off H.G Wells radio broadcast and novel. It's about aliens that rise from the ground to destroy Earth.
The acting is pretty good. I am a really big fan of Tom Cruise so I enjoyed another performance of his. I thought Justin Chatwin who played Robbie was annoying though. I also recognize the talents of Dakota Fanning and Tim Robbins.
Overall, this is a fun movie to watch. It can be a little scary at times. Also, the special effects are amazing especially the tripods. This isn't Indiana Jones or E.T, but I rate this film 9/10.