i finally snatched up the film. could have been better, but it was still a good ride.
Here's what i didn't like: too long in places, some over acting by the the toothy guy, OK martians and ships and things - but just OK. it wasn't spielbergs. music was blah, nothing epic sounding (that's my thing. i like hearing great music).
Here's what i liked about it: neat story. i felt as though i got a more genuine feel for the characters than the spielberg film, but didn't get the action (which i missed!). good writing, and very emotional. really liked the lead guy. really liked the girls in the film (his wife, the girl that slapped the priest). some very strong performances all the way around.
liked it, didn't love it, but i was glad to see it. it was worth the rental.
Here's what i didn't like: too long in places, some over acting by the the toothy guy, OK martians and ships and things - but just OK. it wasn't spielbergs. music was blah, nothing epic sounding (that's my thing. i like hearing great music).
Here's what i liked about it: neat story. i felt as though i got a more genuine feel for the characters than the spielberg film, but didn't get the action (which i missed!). good writing, and very emotional. really liked the lead guy. really liked the girls in the film (his wife, the girl that slapped the priest). some very strong performances all the way around.
liked it, didn't love it, but i was glad to see it. it was worth the rental.