War of the Critics

Rating: 5/10 (2 July 2005)

You've all got to be kidding me; I've seen plenty of haters on this film, and I cannot even begin to gander at... why!? I really loved this film, as did the six people who accompanied me. We all thought the effects were mind blowing, the acting and direction superb and the story, although sub-par at best, makes for THE greatest summer blockbuster. Let's get this started.
Direction - 10/10 - Never can Spielberg do a HORRIBLE job. His imaginative camera angles and shots really bring this picture to life.
Acting - 10/10 - Cruise has always been a good actor, and this proves it even more. His crying, his worry for his daughter, Rachel, really come to life. But as most people would concur on this topic, Dakota Fanning as Rachel really fills the spotlight with her chilling, and almost eardrum piercing screams. You really thought these characters were alive! Plot - 7.5 - The plot is just another invasion flic, but with Spielbergs mind it just blows you away.
Average - 9.5 (Imdb rating - 10 )