Movie Review: The Day the Earth Stood Still
The Day the Earth Stood Still starring Keanu Reeves is a remake of the 1951 classic starring Michael Rennie.
The basic storyline is pretty same as the original movie, of course with major graphic updates and slight divergence from the story.
In the original movie, Klaatu lands on earth is a space ship and the moment he lands, he is shot by a jittery soldier. The remake begins with a group of scientists being brought together and are told about an object heading towards earth at a speed one tenth that of light with the fear of a sure shot collision and possible destruction of the Manhattan. Klaatu gets shot, though we don’t know by whom and is rushed to hospital.
Another major change from the original story line is Klaatu taking out the assumed identity of Mr. Carpenter in the original and here he maintains his own name. Also in the original, Jacob takes to Klaatu, while in the new movie he hates him initially.
I won’t go on with the rest of the story because then there isn’t much to watch. Overall it is a one time watch. Keanu presents his usual placid style of acting. The special effects are spectacular as is the audio.
My rating: 6/10
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I am planning to watch this movie, but currently due to holidays i am unable to watch, You must be shocked that even in holidays “No movie”.
Actually , in college timings we love to watch the movies and not in holidays
For me movies are totally independent of holidays etc. Get free time = watch a movie
I saw the trailer and it looks great. I haven’t see the movie yet. Noticed that you have mentioned that you have already saw the movie. Any post-comment on the movie?
Hi, this is actually my review of the movie
wow just 6/10? that a surprise
haha i really enjoyed this movie. I think main char did an amazing job.
Well, it seemed so dead!
This movie actually was surprisingly good. People cried and whined about how slow it moved but I thought the story was simply fantastic!
Good review btw, keep up the good work!