Review: "Battle: Los Angeles"(2011)- written March 11, 2011

Not too long ago, twelve days, the Oscars happened. Now being so far away from the next Annual Academy Awards it is likely that we will forget whatever movies came out from this January to April/May. It is my hope that "Battle:Los Angeles" is not forgotten. I believe that it deserves to be recognized as a great movie. It should AT LEAST be nominated for an award. My feelings for 'at least' nominations; Best Picture, Best Visual Effects, Best Sound Mixing, Best Sound Editing, throw in a lot more, and Best Actor for Aaron Eckhart. Now to actually review the movie. A whole lot of action, a great storyline, and every event that happens is great! It is just a great movie. If anyone is familiar with the "Resistance" games on the PS3, you might find some similarities with this movie. Other than the fact that it takes place about seventy years later, it's a alien invasion on Earth and the military fights back. "Battle: LA" follows mainly several marines on a rescue mission. They encounter and fight the invading enemy. No gruesome violence, suggestive themes, and little swearing, plus one f word. One reason why I mention the "Resistance" games is for story comparison. Another is that if you keep your eyes open, you just might see a reference to the third "Resistance". On a related yet tangent note, "Skyline" reminded me a bit of those games. So yes, I recommend that you go see "Battle: Los Angeles", and play the "Resistance" games.