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[Kill The Bat]

I thought the teaser looked intriguing, but I really like the full length trailer. It definitely has the feel of Spielberg, and I'm confident in Abrams' ability to deliver. I'm hoping the kids show some strong acting, since it appears they're going to be the focus of the film. Definitely one to keep an eye out for.

 

[mjc]

So apparently people have discovered something about the mystery monster/creature.

Spoiler

And the answer is simply—it’s not an alien, monster or creature.

It may be an energized living object similar to the 1997’s “Flubber” with Robin Williams. We’re not saying it is a rubber-like super-bouncy substance, but it is an object.

Link

If this turns out to be the mysterious creature/object I'm gonna be REALLY disappointed. Like I might not even see the movie. Talk about a bait and switch.

 

[big ander]

Spoiler tags would have been cool :/

 

[Neuromancer]

Spoiler tags would have been cool :/

Yeah really, come on dude.

Edit: thanks

 

[G-Fex]

I now realize why I no longer had interest.

I wanted another cloverfield, since the initial name and little info I thought I was going to see a cloverfield set in the 60's. Then it's just a spielberg homage kinda. I know it's a stupid reason to not be interested but eh.

 

[mjc]

Sorry I didn't think that it was necessary to put spoiler tags on something that's speculation. Added them anyways.

 

[Pollux]

So is the thing in the train an alien or something else?

 

[Spire]

Bait and switch? You're the one assuming there is some giant monster inside, no one associated with the film has. And thinking it's just going to be flubber is a little short-sighted. Look at the fucking carnage is wrecks in the trailer, this shit ain't flubber.

 

[Summary Man]

Spoiler

And the answer is simply—it’s not an alien, monster or creature.

It may be an energized living object similar to the 1997’s “Flubber” with Robin Williams. We’re not saying it is a rubber-like super-bouncy substance, but it is an object.

I would argue that the object this article is speculating on can, for all intents and purposes, be considered a "creature."

If something is living, what else would you call it? For example, if I turned my couch into something alive, I would definitely consider it a creature.

 

[G-Fex]

I would argue that the object this article is speculating on can, for all intents and purposes, be considered a "creature."

If something is living, what else would you call it? For example, if I turned my couch into something alive, I would definitely consider it a creature.

Also the thing I wonder it's the problem with the movies these days, can you make a creature that isn't a let down?

 

[Dice]

ET + Cocoon

This has Spielberg all over it.

There was an obligatory (these days) datass shot.

 

[mjc]

Bait and switch? You're the one assuming there is some giant monster inside, no one associated with the film has. And thinking it's just going to be flubber is a little short-sighted. Look at the fucking carnage is wrecks in the trailer, this shit ain't flubber.

I expected something with moderate size. It doesn't have to be a "monster" either, it could look somewhat cuter like ET for all I know. I'm just reacting to what was presented.

 

[Dead]

If true, I think that'd be kinda refreshing. I doubt I'd be mad or anything.

 

[Kronotech]

In the teaser trailer (which appears to be the same shots/angles/etc.), the car hits the train, which derails it, which causes a giant explosion that rips through the train like butter.

In short, it's silly and cartoon-ish.

Have you seen the begging of that scene? How do you know the truck wasn't filled with a few guys who drove along side the train attaching explosives on every car before pulling in front of it for the final bang, thus all the explosives going off sending " train cars like seeds".

Seriously people have some imagination.

 

[WillyFive]

So you guys created in your head an idea of what the creature was going to be, and when the possibility opens up that it might be something different, you are so offended that you don't even want to see the movie?

That's horrible! Don't ruin the movie for yourself. It was sad enough when people did it for Lost.

 

[G-Fex]

I expected something with moderate size. It doesn't have to be a "monster" either, it could look somewhat cuter like ET for all I know. I'm just reacting to what was presented.

I'm going to laugh hard if it's that.

 

[Spire]

I'm going to laugh hard if it's that.

Actually, it's going to be:

an epic My Little Pony crossover.

 

[G-Fex]

Sorry, Michael Bay is making the MLP movie.

 

[Expendable.]

seeing 20+ minutes of this tomorrow night with J.J. Abrams! Embargoed from "detailed" write-ups, but can share my reactions.

 

[big ander]

Interesting that they're only showing 20 minutes of it, is that very common? I don't feel like I've heard of many events like that.

 

[Expendable.]

Interesting that they're only showing 20 minutes of it, is that very common? I don't feel like I've heard of many events like that.

Yeah, Paramount is showing off their 2011 summer slate. I'll likely see Captain America/Transformers 3/Thor footage or trailers as well. Think of it as a mini Comic-Con panel.

 

[Buckethead]

Super 8? More like 9MM amirite?

Looks ok. We'll see. Could be good.

 

[Expendable.]

dear god, that footage was simply great. I'll post my full write-up here!

 

[Expendable.]

and here it is folks. nearly 1,000 words and a video blog with Alex from First Showing:

Why ‘Super 8′ Could Be the Blockbuster of the Year: Footage Impressions & Video Reaction

 

[Dreams-Visions]

can't wait.

 

[big ander]

So hyped.

 

[Expendable.]

I didn't feel comfortable sharing spoilery stuff in the post on my site, but if anyone desperately wants info I can share it here. We didn't see anything crazy, but some hints that we could use to piece together info.

 

[PhoenixDark]

The film looks like nothing more than a blatant attempt at appealing to Spielberg nostalgia, repackaged for today with better effects. I have a feeling a lot of people here are going to love the film, see it multiple times etc while others see it for nothing more than a soulless cash in on their childhood memories of films like ET and The Goonies.

 

[Cosmic Dreams]

Wanting to see it sooooo bad. June can't come fast enough! Great write up Expendable.

 

[brandonh83]

The film looks like nothing more than a blatant attempt at appealing to Spielberg nostalgia

Which is ridiculously more promising than 99% of all the fucking bullcrap that they try to pass off as "summer blockbusters" these days.

 

[big ander]

The film looks like nothing more than a blatant attempt at appealing to Spielberg nostalgia, repackaged for today with better effects. I have a feeling a lot of people here are going to love the film, see it multiple times etc while others see it for nothing more than a soulless cash in on their childhood memories of films like ET and The Goonies.

Or, as the preliminary reactions of Plainview and others indicate, it's a genuinely original film with classic touches.

 

[Expendable.]

The film looks like nothing more than a blatant attempt at appealing to Spielberg nostalgia, repackaged for today with better effects. I have a feeling a lot of people here are going to love the film, see it multiple times etc while others see it for nothing more than a soulless cash in on their childhood memories of films like ET and The Goonies.

He definitely nails that vibe, but it is absolutely original. I honestly can't wait to see the rest, it was perfect.

Also Judd Apatow retweeted my article on Twitter, insane!

 

[Spotless Mind]

I can just tell from this trailer it's going to be filled with the typical J.J. schmaltz. That + the kids focus has lowered my expectations a lot.

 

[Solo]

True, but it will be hilarious to see GAF champion this "Movie of the Forever".

 

[WillyFive]

Oh snap, footage from Ghost Protocol was shown? Nice!

Also, I like how the Super 8 impression was extremely positive. Great to hear that the kids are going to be very interesting and that you will care for them.

I can just tell from this trailer it's going to be filled with the typical J.J. schmaltz. That + the kids focus has lowered my expectations a lot.

J.J. schmaltz? What is that?

I can understand the kids thing (well, no I can't, but since other people seem to think that way, I will just accept as a natural phenomenon), but what are the J.J. schmaltz?

 

[Napoleonthechimp]

and here it is folks. nearly 1,000 words and a video blog with Alex from First Showing:

Why ‘Super 8′ Could Be the Blockbuster of the Year: Footage Impressions & Video Reaction

Why did you have to go and do that? If you hype a movie then my expectations can, at best, only be met and never exceeded.

 

[Spotless Mind]

J.J. schmaltz? What is that?

I can understand the kids thing (well, no I can't, but since other people seem to think that way, I will just accept as a natural phenomenon), but what are the J.J. schmaltz?

Cheesy dialogue, overbearing music and a generally melodramatic and showy execution of dramatic scenes. He has no sense of subtlety and, the majority of the time, his direction of scenes that are attempting some sort of emotional resonance is so cloying and manipulative that they become unintentionally funny.

 

[WillyFive]

Cheesy dialogue, overbearing music and a generally melodramatic and showy execution of dramatic scenes.

But those are good things....of course I would use different words to describe them, such as more interesting dialogue, good music, and an actual storytelling style.

He has no sense of subtlety and, the majority of the time, his direction of scenes that are attempting some sort of emotional resonance is so cloying and manipulative that they become unintentionally funny.

You mean like the beginning of Star Trek? That wasn't very funny to me.

 

[BruceLeeRoy]

Man I am so excited for this movie. I have been pining for a good Spielberg esque movie for a long time. Hopefully this is that. Plus it has coach Taylor how could it not be fantastic.

Cheesy dialogue, overbearing music and a generally melodramatic and showy execution of dramatic scenes. He has no sense of subtlety and, the majority of the time, his direction of scenes that are attempting some sort of emotional resonance is so cloying and manipulative that they become unintentionally funny.

Really? I don't get that at all from him.

 

[Spotless Mind]

You mean like the beginning of Star Trek? That wasn't very funny to me.

Haha. I was actually going to use that as an example. That whole opening sequence was laughable.

I'll just have to agree to disagree on those directing traits being good things...

 

[SpeedingUptoStop]

J.J. schmaltz? What is that?

I can understand the kids thing (well, no I can't, but since other people seem to think that way, I will just accept as a natural phenomenon), but what are the J.J. schmaltz?

You need not worry, it's an unfortunate condition that only affects a very limited number of cynical folk. If we had better healthcare in this country, it would be treated early and often, but alas, that's not the case.

 

[brianjones]

i cant even remember what happened at the beginning of star trek.. the whole movie was so forgettable to me

 

[WillyFive]

Haha. I was actually going to use that as an example. That whole opening sequence was laughable.

I'll just have to agree to disagree on those directing traits being good things...

I guess you are right. I thought it was fantastic how a movie could make people cry only 10 minutes into it. Especially because it was all done by filmmaking and storytelling instead of the usual character development and acting (which was not possible in 10 minutes).

i cant even remember what happened at the beginning of star trek.. the whole movie was so forgettable to me

I will always remember the movie, due the ship's sound effects and the score still echoing in my ears.

 

[Spotless Mind]

i cant even remember what happened at the beginning of star trek.. the whole movie was so forgettable to me

Aside from the hilarious opening, all i really remember is WTF-ing over the lol-worthy coincidence of Kirk running into Spock. It can't be an Abrams movie/tv show without a huge instance of fate and "it was meant to be!" speechifying, because he can't form a logical or coherent story to save himself.

You need not worry, it's an unfortunate condition that only affects a very limited number of cynical folk. If we had better healthcare in this country, it would be treated early and often, but alas, that's not the case.

I'm cynical because i don't swallow his soulless and shallow attempts at drama? Whatever...

I'll still be watching this movie Day 1 for Coach, despite my feeling about Abrams.

 

[JGS]

and here it is folks. nearly 1,000 words and a video blog with Alex from First Showing:

Why ‘Super 8′ Could Be the Blockbuster of the Year: Footage Impressions & Video Reaction

One part in that seems to be verifying my train theory.

This may be the only film I'm excited for so far.

 

[Expendable.]

One part in that seems to be verifying my train theory.

This may be the only film I'm excited for so far.

What is that theory? I may be able to talk about it with spoiler tags.

 

[JGS]

What is that theory? I may be able to talk about it with spoiler tags.

There was a long discussion about how stupid it would be for a truck colliding with a train being able to blow up the train.

I was saying it didn't appear that way to me - that the train explosion was a secondary event to the possible derailment unless there was something special about the truck.

 

[TheKaeptain]

What is that theory? I may be able to talk about it with spoiler tags.

NOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!


Don't tempt me fool!

 

[Expendable.]

There was a long discussion about how stupid it would be for a truck colliding with a train being able to blow up the train.

I was saying it didn't appear that way to me - that the train explosion was a secondary event to the possible derailment unless there was something special about the truck.

spoilers ONLY related to a possible answer to this question:

Spoiler

the train was partially filled with explosives, which we clearly saw in the footage.

I also have an interesting theory on the creature based on the trailer and the footage I saw, but it probably isn't appropriate to discuss now.

 

[big ander]

Aside from the hilarious opening, all i really remember is WTF-ing over the lol-worthy coincidence of Kirk running into Spock. It can't be an Abrams movie/tv show without a huge instance of fate and "it was meant to be!" speechifying, because he can't form a logical or coherent story to save himself.

I'm cynical because i don't swallow his soulless and shallow attempts at drama? Whatever...

I'll still be watching this movie Day 1 for Coach, despite my feeling about Abrams.

Well, these initial reactions are claiming that the emotional moments are actually very well-done, but I can understand you being cynical after Star Trek (which I enjoyed as a blockbuster, but it was filled with falsely dramatic moments).