science fiction Archive
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Prometheus
Posted on June 16, 2012 | No CommentsRidley Scott's "Not an Alien prequel" has finally hit theaters. But is it a hit? -
John Carter
Posted on March 9, 2012 | No CommentsA look at 2012's first big action flick -
The Darkest Hour
Posted on December 31, 2011 | No CommentsThe Darkest Hour was a frustrating experience. While this low-budget sci-fi movie was easy to dismiss, I always like movies that try something new. The Russian setting, Emile Hirsch as the lead, and the energy/electricity aliens were all different than other movies of this genre,... -
Paul – Review
Posted on March 27, 2011 | No CommentsSimon Pegg and Nick Frost tackled the zombie genre with “Shaun of the Dead,” and the action thriller genre with “Hot Fuzz.” Now they’re successfully taking on science fiction (and blockbuster movies in general) with their new film, “Paul.” “Paul” stars Seth Rogen as the... -
Battle: Los Angeles – Review
Posted on March 11, 2011 | No CommentsBattle: Los Angeles has a pretty straightforward title. It’s about the opening battle against alien invaders in Los Angeles. That’s really about it. No global scope here–just a squad of Marines in Los Angeles and how they fare in the fight. So what price do... -
I Am Number Four – Review
Posted on March 4, 2011 | No CommentsEveryone whom I asked about this mirrored my own thoughts–that it looked just like Jumper or Push, two failed attempts to start movie franchises about cool teenagers with special powers. Sure enough, those are both really good comparisons for this movie, in the good ways...