WOW, KABOOM, SWOOSH!!! (by Rammstein-2) |
Never mind the stereotypical characters. Never mind the non-existant logic. Never mind that the dialogue is inane and bordering on idiotic. THIS IS GREAT ACTION! And there's no point in denying it.First of all: I love to watch destruction. Preferably in larger scales. You get fed an enormous amount of it here. Second: I love alien starships the size of New York. And you sure get that too. And third: I love dogfights. You get that too. Forth: I don't take it seriously.This films is one of the best of the decade, not simply because it works so well in an all-over scheme, but it provides <more> |
Independence Day - outstanding work of the cinematic art (by tho-3) |
Personally I think this is the best movie of the 90's.But then I think South Park is the best TV show of the 20th century. Followed by Twilight Zone and Star Trek tying for second and third place.While there's no accounting for taste in art, I can make reasoned arguments for my choices.The people here on IMDb who hate this movie and provide negative comments probably have their reasons too, but mostly they say stupid things. For example, the one vituperous reviewer who lambasted the film's "less-than-impressive CGI effects". Well, duh, they didn't use very much CGI <more> |
A Great Blockbuster! (by g-bodyl) |
What's the fuss about this movie? Why does everyone think so poorly of this? Well, in my opinion they compare this film to the Best Picture movies. This is not a Best Picture film, but a very entertaining popcorn film. This tells the tale of aliens attacking Earth and a group of survivors must unite together to destroy the invading aliens. The acting is decent. Will Smith, with a movie career underway, is excellent. Bill Pullman is great as the President. The effects were amazing especially when the buildings were blown up. David Arnold's music score is just fantastic. The theme is <more> |
War of the Worlds updated. (by herbstnebel2ss) |
Upon viewing Independence Day I immediately noticed that it was basically a remake of The War of the Worlds finally . Initially the Earth is the victim of a devastating attack by alien beings. Faced with extermination mankind forgets it's petty quarrels and unites to battle the other world invaders. As in the War of the Worlds, conventional weapons are useless and even nuclear bombs have no effect. Finally a "virus" helps ensure a successful outcome as opposed to bacteria . The acting in this movie is nothing great. Character development is just so-so and stone faced Bill <more> |
All time favorite (by janicenichols-32565) |
As far as sci fi films go, outside of Star Wars/Star Trek - this was one of the best. A great cast took this to the next level. Not sure what happened in the follow up film- definitely don't mess with solid originals! |
Kickin' Some Alien Butt!! (by vwchris) |
Alright, here's the deal - this movie kicks some serious alien ass!!! It kept my attention throughout, start to end. There are flaws, unfortunately, some things rather dumb which may leave you thinkin', "No way, man! That was stupid. Huh???" BUT... see this movie 'cause it's a heck of a roller coaster that you'll wanna see again for the intense action. After two years out i finally saw it and you know what? I'm gunna see it again as soon as i can! Peace! |
Fun summer blockbuster that some just took to seriously. (by Aaron1375) |
I enjoyed this movie, sure it isn't the most original movie ever made or the best, but it was what it set out to be...which is a combo alien attack movie of the 50's plus an all-star disaster movie of the 70's. A lot of critics don't like this one and a lot of people who think of themselves as critics don't care much for it either, but it still brought in over 300 million at the box office in the summer of 96. I thought it was an entertaining film with lots of action and a good dose of comedy as well. One complaint I have is that it runs a bit long and you feel the time <more> |
One of the better high-concept movies.. (by faraaj-1) |
As a rule, I don't like high-concept movies. However, Independence Day is one of the few with some merits. It is also the best film to-date by German sci-fi/action director Roland Emmerich. The greatest flaw of Indepence Day aka ID4 due to initial copyright problems with the Independence Day title is the excessive jingoism. Completely America centric, it seems that the rest of human civilization is helpless without the Yanks. The American President is not just the only world leader fighting for a free world, he even moonlights as a fighter pilot attacking the aliens.However, its still a <more> |
Just a good bit of fun!! (by stedmpy) |
I don't usually comment on this, I don't like to portray a movie as being good or bad just on my opinion, as everyone has their own tastes and needs when it comes to cinema. But god damn, why do so many people hate this film.Firstly, this is not a serious film, it has never happened nor will it ever. This film is just damn good fun to watch...the explosions, the suspense, the cheesy one-liners...its not trying to tell you that aliens are coming to blow the s**t of of us...its entertainment. To all the people here that have said this is the worst movie ever...you guys need need to <more> |