I am well aware the photo is the poster for the original version of the current blockbuster of the same name. I'm using it because this poster represents the cult classic which is worth watching with a Mystery Science Theater 3000 quality to it. While there are some similarities to the 2008 version and the 1951 original, the current version is not your grandfather's "Klaatu barada nikto." Like in the original, an alien named Klaatu takes human form (Keanu Reeves) and judges the earth's future with the help of a colossal robot named GORT. Scientist Helen Benson (Jennifer Connelly) tries to convince Klaatu that the human race deserves a second chance.
Unlike the original, this movie seems to have a modern moral. The original dealt with the burgeoning era of mistrust and xenophobia that the cold war was creating. The current movie, however, tries to market McDonalds, LG, and Ford to the audience all the while preaching a green lifestyle.
Now some of the alien-tech is cool, but it's nothing original. Unfortunately, the best part of the movie is getting a chance to see the Wolverine trailer. At least the original is worth checking out for the Sci-Fi fans. Rated PG-13 104 Minutes Grade:D
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