Similar to a lot of the other films we've watched, this was also slow and kind of boring until the end. Just like Godzilla, they barely showed the monster until the end of the film! This is where the movie reached it's climax, then suddenly ended. However, this builds the suspense and drama for the audience which made it bearable. The humor in the film is what made it fun to watch, since it was mostly talking anyway.
The characters in the movie made the film, of course. They were all funny and the main woman in the film was also a lead, who helped some of the problems in the story. Although the woman is still a love interest to the main character, she was powerful and smart, unlike a lot of other films we've watched. Other characters like the lead and the photographer, were funny and entertaining throughout the film.
This was another film that had symbolized the atomic era and really pushed the idea of others taking over our world or how we are at risk of losing our lives by acts of stupidity! I am pretty sure that if the crew decided not to go after the ship, not to blow up the ice, not to take back the alien, all would've been okay. But then again, we wouldn't have a terribly boring movie.
Personally, I disliked the film very much. I was pretty bored throughout AND the monster was not scary at all. It just looked liked Frankenstein's monster, except worse. I might be a little bias, though, since I though the 1981 version was so amazing and I was also really into the 2010. I think the major difference was the fact that the 81 version was so frightening and the creatures they created for the film were terrifying, unlike this old version where it was mostly a comedy and terrible acting. The 2010 version was mainly CGI, which was not awesome, but it was still scary and more entertaining than this one.
Monday, September 30, 2013
Them
Giant ants attacking us?? At least they weren't giant spiders... that would have been way worse. This movie really took it to the next level with visuals and creating giant monsters for the film. Sadly, we do not see that now-a-days since everything we create is made on computers. This was a creepy film and I think it was successful, unlike some of the other films we've watched.
The scene that caught my attention was during the board meeting the scientist guy and other men were having showing clips of ants and what they do. What was funny is how the scientist talks about the species and how the female is dominant and the male ants are puny, workers, etc. While explaining all of the female empowerment in this species, you don't see one woman in that room full of men, which I found pretty sad.
Like mentioned in class, I watched a video about the Wilhelm screams used throughout the film and I found this interesting because I caught every one throughout and I didn't know that it was a type of scream until I came across a video. This was probably one of the most interesting aspects of the film since I havent heard anything like it from the other films and the use is so important to this film.
This was one of my favorite films by far, mainly because it was so weird and actually kept my attention. Like the other movies, it also quickly ended just like in The Thing. One of my favorite scenes was when they were down in the sewers looking for the giant Ants and the female character tells the two guys to burn down the eggs. It completely reminded me of Alien when Ripley just burns up all the ends in the nest and eventually runs into the mama! So dang awesome.
The scene that caught my attention was during the board meeting the scientist guy and other men were having showing clips of ants and what they do. What was funny is how the scientist talks about the species and how the female is dominant and the male ants are puny, workers, etc. While explaining all of the female empowerment in this species, you don't see one woman in that room full of men, which I found pretty sad.
Like mentioned in class, I watched a video about the Wilhelm screams used throughout the film and I found this interesting because I caught every one throughout and I didn't know that it was a type of scream until I came across a video. This was probably one of the most interesting aspects of the film since I havent heard anything like it from the other films and the use is so important to this film.
This was one of my favorite films by far, mainly because it was so weird and actually kept my attention. Like the other movies, it also quickly ended just like in The Thing. One of my favorite scenes was when they were down in the sewers looking for the giant Ants and the female character tells the two guys to burn down the eggs. It completely reminded me of Alien when Ripley just burns up all the ends in the nest and eventually runs into the mama! So dang awesome.
Invasion of the Body Snatchers
Unlike many of the other movies weve watched throughout the semester, this one had one of those awesome twist endings, which we rarely see in sci fi movies. I have only really seen twists at the end of horror type films.
I really enjoyed the suspense during the film and the really great lines throughout. For example, when the man runs up to the main character in the car and screams, "They're coming!" and eventually runs for it, we get to see all the body snatchers chase after him. Besides the ending, I would probably choose this as my favorite scene in the film.The main character throughout was hard to focus on because he was so weird and weird looking, which I didn't really care for. I also appreciated the female characters throughout, even if they didn't do too much.
This was one of those freaky movies where, instead of seeing aliens, we see people behaving differently. The screams in the film also remind me of the 1980s The Thing remake, WHICH WAS THE BEST, so I enjoyed that comparison.
I really enjoyed the suspense during the film and the really great lines throughout. For example, when the man runs up to the main character in the car and screams, "They're coming!" and eventually runs for it, we get to see all the body snatchers chase after him. Besides the ending, I would probably choose this as my favorite scene in the film.The main character throughout was hard to focus on because he was so weird and weird looking, which I didn't really care for. I also appreciated the female characters throughout, even if they didn't do too much.
This was one of those freaky movies where, instead of seeing aliens, we see people behaving differently. The screams in the film also remind me of the 1980s The Thing remake, WHICH WAS THE BEST, so I enjoyed that comparison.
Sunday, September 29, 2013
Star Wars Episode 4
Personally, I have always been attracted to these movies because they keep me interested, the plot never slows down and I would never know what would come next. Like many movies of this time, including Alien, I always wanted to know what it would have been like to see the movie in theaters during this time. For star wars, I am pretty sure it was visually amazing, and for me it still is. Even though the female lead isn't all it could be, I am glad they gave her some kick-ass shooting skills. Better than nothing. Oh, and the only thing that bugs me about Star Wars is the long written intro. Not a fan, never was.
A Trip to the Moon
I've seen this short film a few times before class, and it was always so interesting to watch each time. The way they make things appear and disappear (the alien things) was so great, because using an effect like that during its time seems really shocking to me.
I loved all the male characters in this because they were all charming and so giggly. I really like the upbeat and positive feel of the film, even though it seems a bit frightening for the characters. I saw it as a comedy and a beautifully made one as well.
I loved all the male characters in this because they were all charming and so giggly. I really like the upbeat and positive feel of the film, even though it seems a bit frightening for the characters. I saw it as a comedy and a beautifully made one as well.
Godzilla
Another film that is relating back to the Atomic era. The general idea relating to the atomic era is a giant monster, taller phone lines, that comes from the water is created by atomic waste.
This is a sci-fi masterpiece and a genius fiction to frighten people. The whole movie really leads up to the ending, which of course is the most frightening part. When the audience sees the monster in the middle of the movie, it was like a tease. They were able to see a little bit of the monster, but barely any. The audience has to wait until the end to see the monster, and they get to watch him destroy everything in front of him. I think this technique is super effective since it really puts the audiences on edge and causes great suspense.
The characters in the film reminded me of the star wars film, because you had the one female role throughout the whole movie, the two male roles that were connected to the female somehow and the villain aka Godzilla. Obviously the story was largely based on the characters and their movements, although we did not really know their back stories. Like the audience, they were outsiders to what the monster and they didn't know what was happening. So, the audience were on the ride with them trying to figure out what was going on and what they had to do to fix it.
Like mentioned earlier, the film was relating to atomic bombs, waste, etc. I think other symbols in the movie were about how American's were a threat and could potentially start all of these wars and issues. I think that realistically they were scared of us and assumed that something bad would happen, killing many of their people. I am curious to know if the new 2014 movie will be relating this era to its new plot, or will they keep with the times and create something completely different and unrelated to the atomic waste.
What I liked most about this movie were the effects and how there was a man dressed up in the godzilla suit. We never see any of that anymore, which is why I was so attracted to this movie. For example, The Thing (1981) also used real alien props, unlike the 2010 remake where it was mostly all CGI. It was disappoint and not scary at all, but the real props just gave it more depth and it felt so real. It's upsetting that it's not like that anymore. I wasn't a fan of the female role in this movie, because like almost every movie during this time, the female is the most emotional, distressed and used as the main character's love interest. I wish she had a more interesting, stronger lead. Hopefully the 2014 version will give her a better lead.
This is a sci-fi masterpiece and a genius fiction to frighten people. The whole movie really leads up to the ending, which of course is the most frightening part. When the audience sees the monster in the middle of the movie, it was like a tease. They were able to see a little bit of the monster, but barely any. The audience has to wait until the end to see the monster, and they get to watch him destroy everything in front of him. I think this technique is super effective since it really puts the audiences on edge and causes great suspense.
The characters in the film reminded me of the star wars film, because you had the one female role throughout the whole movie, the two male roles that were connected to the female somehow and the villain aka Godzilla. Obviously the story was largely based on the characters and their movements, although we did not really know their back stories. Like the audience, they were outsiders to what the monster and they didn't know what was happening. So, the audience were on the ride with them trying to figure out what was going on and what they had to do to fix it.
Like mentioned earlier, the film was relating to atomic bombs, waste, etc. I think other symbols in the movie were about how American's were a threat and could potentially start all of these wars and issues. I think that realistically they were scared of us and assumed that something bad would happen, killing many of their people. I am curious to know if the new 2014 movie will be relating this era to its new plot, or will they keep with the times and create something completely different and unrelated to the atomic waste.
What I liked most about this movie were the effects and how there was a man dressed up in the godzilla suit. We never see any of that anymore, which is why I was so attracted to this movie. For example, The Thing (1981) also used real alien props, unlike the 2010 remake where it was mostly all CGI. It was disappoint and not scary at all, but the real props just gave it more depth and it felt so real. It's upsetting that it's not like that anymore. I wasn't a fan of the female role in this movie, because like almost every movie during this time, the female is the most emotional, distressed and used as the main character's love interest. I wish she had a more interesting, stronger lead. Hopefully the 2014 version will give her a better lead.
The Day the Earth Stood Still
We see this new form of life end up on earth, and humans treat them like they are evil and are only here to hurt us. So, what do we do? We try and kill them. Of course, this shows the aliens that they are not guests on planet Earth and will have to threaten earth to obey them or to live with the consequences of not following their orders, since they are a danger to all of the other planets. This really relates to the wars and atomic threats going on during this specific time (1951, so it's interesting to put it into a different perspective, one with an awesome Sci-Fi theme. If people live peacefully, then all should be okay. No atomic wars, no problems!
The characters in the movie were all equally different and interesting. It was nice to finally see a woman play kind of a lead role in the film, even though she didn't do a whole lot of action pack things, but like the other characters in the film, she was put in equally if not more. The boyfriend was kind of the bad guy, along with the public (the army, the police, etc). The child was the curious character and Klaatu, with his super awesome giant robo accomplice, was the protagonist, I assume.
They all played roles that fit perfectly with the plot, which is how it should always play out.
Unlike many of the previous movies we watched, this one kept my attention the whole way through. Although some scenes were slow at times, the plot was consistent and interesting, which is why I was so engaged the whole time. For an older movie, the graphics, costumes and props were pretty good, especially for what they had back then. What I didn't like about the movie, besides how slowly it moved along, was the child actor in the movie. He was the most annoying human I have ever seen played on film since I use to watch I Love Lucy. That boy was equally annoying. I think this has a huge impact on the movie, because if there is bad acting, then there is no way I can take the movie seriously.
The characters in the movie were all equally different and interesting. It was nice to finally see a woman play kind of a lead role in the film, even though she didn't do a whole lot of action pack things, but like the other characters in the film, she was put in equally if not more. The boyfriend was kind of the bad guy, along with the public (the army, the police, etc). The child was the curious character and Klaatu, with his super awesome giant robo accomplice, was the protagonist, I assume.
They all played roles that fit perfectly with the plot, which is how it should always play out.
Unlike many of the previous movies we watched, this one kept my attention the whole way through. Although some scenes were slow at times, the plot was consistent and interesting, which is why I was so engaged the whole time. For an older movie, the graphics, costumes and props were pretty good, especially for what they had back then. What I didn't like about the movie, besides how slowly it moved along, was the child actor in the movie. He was the most annoying human I have ever seen played on film since I use to watch I Love Lucy. That boy was equally annoying. I think this has a huge impact on the movie, because if there is bad acting, then there is no way I can take the movie seriously.
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