Independence Day
"Be ready to be boggled by the blockbuster that beats all others by a light year!" -The News Tribute
One of the biggest box office hits of all time delivers the ultimate encounter when mysterious and powerful aliens launch an all-out invasion against the human race. The spectacle begins when massive spaceships appear in Earth's skies. But wonder turns to terror as the ships blast destructive beams of fire down on cities all over the planet. Now the world's only hope lies with a determined band of survivors, uniting for one last strike against the invaders - before it's the end of mankind.
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Good Movie - sampid
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. This film is one of the best of the decade, not simply because it works so well in an all-over scheme, but it provides some kicks that no other film had up to then (1996). Aliens arrive in gigantic spaceships and blow up a bunch of major cities. That's all I need.Fun, but stick with the theatrical cut - eli_quincy
It's pretty obvious what you're going to get from "Independence Day": cheap thrills, some great action sequences and a lot of fun. Will Smith is as bankable a movie star as we have, and it's interesting watching him in this early stage of his transition toward becoming one of the biggest celebrities in the world. But stick with the theatrical cut -- the extended version of the movie is bloated and often quite boring.Independence Day - TheWiz
This is a Sci Fi Flick that shouldn't work. But, yet I found myself engulfed in the characters and have wondered why over and over again.
Solid acting is the answer. Goldblum, Pullman, Smith, McDonnell and Quaid to name a few.
All believeable and all very smart actors on top of their trade.
The story - a no brainer - HG Wells copy of War of the Worlds brought up to date.
Computer tricks still hold up and the whole ensemble, even though there are far too many Hollywood moments, works!
In the mood to cheer for the good guys (that's us) and some light Sci Fi entertainment that will set your mind on "void", this flick will do it.
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Good Movie - sampid
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. This film is one of the best of the decade, not simply because ...Fun, but stick with the theatrical cut - eli_quincy
It's pretty obvious what you're going to get from "Independence Day": cheap thrills, some great action sequences and a lot of fun. Will Smith is as bankable a movie star as we have, and it's interesting watching him in this early stage of his transition toward ...Independence Day - TheWiz
This is a Sci Fi Flick that shouldn't work. But, yet I found myself engulfed in the characters and have wondered why over and over again.
Solid acting is the answer. Goldblum, Pullman, Smith, McDonnell and Quaid to name a few.
All believeable and all ...