Edge of Tomorrow Review Thread

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Originally Posted by mrr1

This movie sounds good, but I can't even look at Tom Cruise's face without thinking about what a toolbag Scientologist he is. That fact alone makes him literally ruin every movie for me.

So why even post here? I mean, to each their own, but you came into this thread just to say how much you dislike/hate him

Originally Posted by formula_nebula

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I don't think there is a single Tom Cruise movie I haven't enjoyed. Really not an issue with me of what he does in his personal life.

Same here, & the ONLY real "bomb" I can think of that was barely enjoyable/pretty cheesy, was "Cocktail", & his role in it. Plus, it brought us that Beyond Lame song, "Kokomo" (sp?) by The Beach Boys (& I'm a Fan of them/their history, contribution to music).

Originally Posted by Samus Aran

Unless an actor pulls an OJ Simpson or something like that, I don't see how what they do in their real life should affect the viewing experience. Being unable to separate actor from role would seem to be a problem with said viewer, not the actor

Arnold Schwarzenegger and Keanu Reeves aren't exactly great actors, but for the two hours in question I accept them in their roles because it's called ACTING.

Lol - I Agree, sort of. Interesting that you mentioned Those 2 "actors" in the same sentence as "ACTING"

To Me, I could care less about an Actor's personal life, beliefs, whatever, as long as it's not affecting me, or the actor/actress is SUCH a complete Jackass OFF-SCREEN, that I couldn't watch a movie with them without thinking of those issues. My long-time friend is very political & because of Sean Penn's politics, he can't Stand the guy, plus not even PONDER the thought of seeing him in a movie. Same thing with Robin Williams (for my buddy). Since (for the Most part), Robin always seems to be "ON", (as in, NEVER acting Normal on a talk show, appearance, etc.), he can't stand him as well. --- I don't get it, but But, to each their own I guess

Originally Posted by Britnasty

Anyone see it in IMAX3D? If so, how were the 3D elements, I am going tomorrow night and want to get a review on the 3D aspects.

Pretty good, nothing great really. Obviously used to add Box Office, which not ALL movies do (some/many, sure - but there ARE ones that do it & it comes out Fantastic/adds to many aspects of said film). Just my $.02

Originally Posted by MEB

Scored some reserved seats for tonight at a Dolby Atmos theater with a giant widescreen! Can't wait!

Mark

(enjoy my friend).

Originally Posted by jamesdevil

The best showcase for Tom Cruise since Magnolia.

I suspect many will have reservations about the ending but I think it was earned and deserved and that final shot is perfect.

The advertising for this film would have led you to suspect it would be a soulless sci-fi explosion fest but it's very much the antithesis. The action is there and it delivers but it's also purposeful and full of exposition. This film is full of soul, levity and character moments in nearly every situation. Christopher McQuarrie is on quite a screenwriting hot streak.

Groundhog Day meets Aliens is simplistic but apt although I think this film more than stands on it's own two legs.

Loved it and I'll be seeing it again very soon. (*bang*)

Yea, I'd agree with this & while I'm not sure what to vote above, I'm leaning towards a very Solid 4/5. I really enjoyed OBLIVION with him, while this one is Nothing like that (aside from the Sci-Fi theme), they used way too much Shaky-Cam & whip-pans in a lot of the action stuff that made it hard to follow at times.

Originally Posted by cinemaphile

During the battle, how many others were waiting for Bill Paxton to say, "Game over, man' Game over!"? Missed opportunity LOL

Lol - that'd have been great. I wonder how many times he Could have said that in movies/tv shows since ALIENS. He Was Fantastic in this though. Best role for Bill Paxton in a while really. Cruise & Blunt were Great on-screen, excellent chemistry between them. Also, I LOVED the Alien design(s) here. Tremendous CGI there.

Originally Posted by Walts Ghost

He was cut out of the movie altogether. He's not in it anymore.

Yea, I'd have recognized him Instantly IF he was in the movie. Not sure Where they could have put him anyway (?)

Originally Posted by Walts Ghost

Agreed. I didn't find the ending to be a set up for a sequel at all. It was nice to have a standalone sci-fi film in the middle of the summer. Do I think there's the possibility of a stronger ending? Sure. But It's still a good ending, but not one that's there for the sake of sequels. It's one that's there to give audiences a happy ending.

I honestly have no idea.

I can't even figure out where he'd fit in the film...

Yea, the ending was "ok" to me, not bad, not great, just Ok --- other than that (& the things mentioned above), it was a pretty enjoyable fun movie.

Originally Posted by cinemaphile

I could care less about his personal life. Say whatever you want about Cruise as a person, but he is one of the most consistently entertaining actors of... well all time, actually. He continues to put out great entertaining movies, working with the best directors from legends to first-time directors

Great post - agree 100%

Originally Posted by Walts Ghost

Very well said.

Time and again turning out some of the best movies of their respective years as well. He's the last great Megastar. His personal life holds no bearing on how much I enjoy his films, but even if these people think he's a loon, Cruise has done a lot of good, and is actually known for being one of the nicest and most likable guys in Hollywood. As long as he keeps making great movies, I'll be there to watch them. He's very rarely let me down.

Ditto