Review: Super 8 (2011)

Ah, Super 8, one of my favorite films of 2011 (so far)!  I was very excited to see an IMAX preview screening of this on a school day (good thing I play baseball).  This movie reminds me of E.T. mixed with the Cloverfield monster.  It has heart, soul, and action, all while kids are trying to make a movie with a Super 8 camera.  J. J. Abrams has directed a MASTERPIECE.  But you also have to note that the young cast is SUPURB.  Joel Courtney, Elle Fanning, and Kyle Chandler and all of the other actors deserve a standing ovation.  Bottom line: With the excellent cast and great writing, this movie is an insta-classic.

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'Til Next Time
J.F.