A genre mish-mash, Super 8 is about a group of geeky teenagers who become embroiled in the cover-up of a state secret. It's The Goonies meets War of the Worlds with an old-fashioned twist that felt very much like I was watching a diluted version of The Iron Giant. However, despite Spielberg's involvement and some pretty solid acting it never quite captures that ET spark. The music is well-chosen and befitting and tries valiantly to elevate the film but the lack of cohesion means it definitely drags at times. The thrills generally miss the mark and it seems like there is so much room left for a deeper story or, at the very least, some extra heart. Disappointingly rewatchable, if only to list all the missed opportunities.
6.5/10
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