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Summary: Not your average War Of The Worlds
Review: A few months prior to this film's release, I had seen many trailers and posters promoting it. I took one look and stereotyped it as a typical aliens-take-over-the-world kind of movie. My birthday came and we arrived at the theatre, not knowing what to see. This was one of the few movies that was playing and remembering great reviews I had heard about it, we went in to see it. I remember sitting in my seat, petrified at times, and laughing at others. What makes this movie great, is the fact that it plays with your mind, leaving extremely tense edge-of-your-seat suspense. Earlier on in the film, you see some shadowy, grainy looking pictures of these aliens, but they really appear too fast to know what to make of them. You keep wondering, "Are these guys friendly? What do they look like?" This is the recipe that keeps this movie alive. I remember walking out of the theatre with my friends and just being blown away by everything.The DVD, is above average, not the best, but it works. I like how they contained M. Night's previous alien "movie." Everything is good here, except the fact that there is no theatrical trailer. Despite the fact that the trailer was really telling nothing about the film and was misleading, I still think it should have been included. Some people have mentioned that this movie is just a "fun popcorn movie," and it is, but there's more below the surface. You experience many emotions while watching it, terror being the most frequent one. Sure, this film probably won't be noted for anything or win any awards, but it shouldn't be forgotten. Watch Signs with no expectations of it being extremely frightening, but with an open mind. If you do this, I can almost guarantee you'll love it!
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Summary: Certainly worth seeing...
Review: I love reading these reviews that TELL you not to see a movie. I would think that these reviews should be used for formulating your OWN opinion, for which others can read, and hopefully help them in making their own decision. Nevertheless, this movie is certainly a bit different than Night's previous offerings, but very good in it's own right. As stated in other reviews, the movie focuses in on the way the characters handle an extraordinary situation. The acting is brilliant. The cinematography is beautiful. Tension builds throughout the entire movie and finishes with an excellent climax. Subtle bits of information, that you may otherwise take for granted, come full circle in the end. I believe this movie is worth a look for anyone who liked either of Night's other two films. Enjoy!
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Summary: more aliens, less backstory please
Review: for all the sci-fi hype, this story was rather unfulfilling. the back story of the family "tragedy" really doesn't belong, as it makes the movie muddle along for long periods of time.
it is worth it to at least rent and watch for the aliens, as those scenes are some of the most frightening i have seen in a while. and your vcr/dvd player has a fast forward button, which will be nice. trust me.
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Summary: Jeez what do you people want from a movie???
Review: I am appalled to find so many negative reviews about this movie. It was a great summer flick. Signs was touching, thought-proving and chilling all at once. What did you all want? Slimy gross aliens that devoured the human brain?? I find it funny how people are complaining about this movie, yet adore the trash called XXX.
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Summary: Not scary at all and bad special effects
Review: I was disappointed with this movie when I saw it at the movie theatre. First of all, the pacing is very slow and nothing really happens until after one hour. Second, the movie is not very scary. Third, I couldn't believe the aliens were so stupid and incompetent (they can't even get through a closed door). Fourth, the special effects are pretty dismal and you don't get to see much of the aliens until the end. What is there to like about this movie? Rent or buy "Independence Day" instead -- the special effects are a lot better and there's a lot more bang for the buck. I would suggest that you rent this movie rather than buy it.
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Summary: Recipe for Signs
Review: Take one part "Close Encounters of the Third Kind", one part "Children of the Corn", one part "War of the Worlds" and one part "Night of the Living Dead". Blend well for all audiences, add no heat or spice, and serve with a well-aged Swiss cheese that has fewer holes than the plot. Compliment with whole grain crop circle rounds, and nothing stronger than water.
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Summary: Time To Sleep
Review: This movie is slow just like the other M. Night Shyamalan movies. I don't know about everyone else but I need a faster pased film to hold my attention, otherwise it puts me to sleep. This movie put me to sleep just like his other 2 movies. Lets hope if he ever makes another film that it is faster pased.
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Summary: to all you nay sayers
Review: To the people who say this movie is just awful, shame on you. Obviously, you are product of special effects Hollywood. This was a great movie from beginnig to end. Mel Gibson and Joaquin Phoenix were outstanding. M Night Shyamalan is one of the great new directors. The best part of the movie was the basement scene (the atmosphere in this scene is intense.) If you want a good scary movie (not gory) this is for you.
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Summary: A Creepy Winner
Review: To be very brief here I thought this was an excellent picture with a very Alfred Hitchcock feel to it. In one review the reviewer mentioned that seeing a flashlight roll around is not scary. Part of the spookiness about several scenes in the movie is not entirely disclosing what happens before you, but to leave something for the imagination. Having a 5.1 surround sound system definitely helps this movie as with all movies the sound makes it. I would highly recommend for a chilling night on the couch with your girlfriend!!!
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Summary: Great Movie, Awesome Thriller
Review: I thought Signs was a fantastic thriller. It kept me on the edge of my seat for most of the movie. Unlike Independence day, this movie didn't rely on special effects, high tech action or blood/guts. It was a pure psychological thriller. Looking at the individual emotional reactions to a possible alien invasion rather than a global reaction. Acting was very good and the ending will not dissapoint. Highly recommend this movie.
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