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menkure and I went to see Eagle Eye, because Menk wanted to see it and I wanted to do things like not be alone in the apartment. (It's been a rough couple days, long story.)
...I must say, I haven't enjoyed a movie like that in ages.
All right. The rebel-against-authority main character Jerry Shaw was pretty predictable. But I'm amazed at how much acting chutzpah that Shia LeBouf has... I mean, his sadness when his brother died was tangible, and not in this "Ooo lookie here I iz sad because my twin brother died!" The way he answered the call from his mother and said nothing... wow. Good directing there. :D I liked Jerry's introduction into the movie, to be honest.
I don't know if I liked Rachel's introduction to the action, though. There was a lot more that could've been added to her character, and the throwaway reference to her deadbeat ex would've been served better had he never shown face on the screen, if I'm perfectly honest. And her son is too predictably sweet for words... generally, more subtle characterization needed here. I just honestly didn't like the female lead in this thing.
Then, going into the "conspiracy against the government"... I wanted to punch Agent Morgan in the face, which is generally a sign of a well-acted role. Thornton did an amazing job, actually, and made me hate the character while still appreciating the story.
Now, the entire premise of this story was very well-done, and it definitely showed the evolution of Jerry as he goes from rebel just because to rebel with a reason, and not only teaches the importance of obeying but the importance of thinking before you do so. I love development like that, where a character actually grows. It's why I was so disappointed in the last movie I went with my hubby to, Jumper, which had so much potential but settled for the clichés and almost no character development whatsoever.
Aria was amazing, and a very direct warning to our overly-digital age; when a sentient computer can control that much of the world around you, it's not a good thing. And I honestly enjoyed the reasons behind her demanding Jerry do what she said; about the only thing I wish was different was that they hadn't made Jerry and Ethan twins. That seemed... a little contrived, but okay, I'll go with it.
The real complaints I have are with the actual direction of the scenes; I shouldn't get dizzy watching a fight scene because they don't focus at all for twenty seconds on anything. That got really old, really fast, and is one reason I don't tend to watch thrillers that often. I want to be able to watch a movie without getting dizzy and confused as to who's winning. But that's my biggest gripe.
The last part of the movie, I won't spoil, because.... gah. BEST WAY TO END A THRILLER. EVAR. Loved it. Loved it loved it loved it.
For those who don't want spoiled; go see the movie. It's awesome, has enough suspense for all, twists and turns abound, and even with its flaws, one of the best two hours I've spent in a theater in recent memory.
menkure and I went to see Eagle Eye, because Menk wanted to see it and I wanted to do things like not be alone in the apartment. (It's been a rough couple days, long story.)...I must say, I haven't enjoyed a movie like that in ages.
All right. The rebel-against-authority main character Jerry Shaw was pretty predictable. But I'm amazed at how much acting chutzpah that Shia LeBouf has... I mean, his sadness when his brother died was tangible, and not in this "Ooo lookie here I iz sad because my twin brother died!" The way he answered the call from his mother and said nothing... wow. Good directing there. :D I liked Jerry's introduction into the movie, to be honest.
I don't know if I liked Rachel's introduction to the action, though. There was a lot more that could've been added to her character, and the throwaway reference to her deadbeat ex would've been served better had he never shown face on the screen, if I'm perfectly honest. And her son is too predictably sweet for words... generally, more subtle characterization needed here. I just honestly didn't like the female lead in this thing.
Then, going into the "conspiracy against the government"... I wanted to punch Agent Morgan in the face, which is generally a sign of a well-acted role. Thornton did an amazing job, actually, and made me hate the character while still appreciating the story.
Now, the entire premise of this story was very well-done, and it definitely showed the evolution of Jerry as he goes from rebel just because to rebel with a reason, and not only teaches the importance of obeying but the importance of thinking before you do so. I love development like that, where a character actually grows. It's why I was so disappointed in the last movie I went with my hubby to, Jumper, which had so much potential but settled for the clichés and almost no character development whatsoever.
Aria was amazing, and a very direct warning to our overly-digital age; when a sentient computer can control that much of the world around you, it's not a good thing. And I honestly enjoyed the reasons behind her demanding Jerry do what she said; about the only thing I wish was different was that they hadn't made Jerry and Ethan twins. That seemed... a little contrived, but okay, I'll go with it.
The real complaints I have are with the actual direction of the scenes; I shouldn't get dizzy watching a fight scene because they don't focus at all for twenty seconds on anything. That got really old, really fast, and is one reason I don't tend to watch thrillers that often. I want to be able to watch a movie without getting dizzy and confused as to who's winning. But that's my biggest gripe.
The last part of the movie, I won't spoil, because.... gah. BEST WAY TO END A THRILLER. EVAR. Loved it. Loved it loved it loved it.
For those who don't want spoiled; go see the movie. It's awesome, has enough suspense for all, twists and turns abound, and even with its flaws, one of the best two hours I've spent in a theater in recent memory.
