District 9

[Mr_V1tr1oL]

http://www.firstshowing.net/2008/07/30/next-big-viral-neill-blomkamps-district-9-for-humans-only/#comment-78329

[Mr_V1tr1oL]

this is what i've got so far

http://img516.imageshack.us/img516/8639/d9pj2.jpg

[drudo182]

We got the trailer for this before Wolverine and I think it looks great. Trailer is up on Apple if anyone missed it.

http://www.apple.com/trailers/sony_pictures/district9/hd/

[zubinmoosa]

We got the trailer for this before Wolverine and I think it looks great. Trailer is up on Apple if anyone missed it.

http://www.apple.com/trailers/sony_pictures/district9/hd/
Whoa, looks really good.

[drudo182]

We got some chuckles when they blurred out the aliens face during the interview but I thought that was cool.

Here is the plot for it as well.

DISTRICT 9 depicts a fictional world where extraterrestrials have become refugees in South Africa.

[zubinmoosa]

We got some chuckles when they blurred out the aliens face during the interview but I thought that was cool.

Here is the plot for it as well.

DISTRICT 9 depicts a fictional world where extraterrestrials have become refugees in South Africa.
I like how they put "fictional world" to make sure some dumbass isn't like "Oh my god those Africans are hiding some aliens!"

[Ailite]

This will be awesome

[drudo182]

I like how they put "fictional world" to make sure some dumbass isn't like "Oh my god those Africans are hiding some aliens!"

LOL. I never noticed that.

[mrzippo3]

This makes me think of "District 5" which I believe was The Mighty Ducks' original name before Bombay came into the picture

[From: Skulls]

http://www.mnuspreadslies.com/post.php?id=331

[zubinmoosa]

http://www.mnuspreadslies.com/post.php?id=331
gnarly

[catscradle]

If you guys are interested in this movie you probably want to check out the short film this is based off of, "Alive in Joburg." The director of this movie, Neil Blomkamp was originally suppose to direct the Halo movie. So if District 9 is successful we may be getting Halo on the big screen.

[porttheman]

Just watched the trailor. looks pretty bad ass.

[FondestMemory]

blomkamp is gonna blow up after this.

dude's fucking talented.

[zonto]

All I know is I spent two years in South Africa doing missionary work, and when I saw this trailer I almost died. It's going to be so awesome!

And by that I mean why the crap is the alien's face blurred out? :-(

[zonto]

AH! I miss those accents... Any release date for this yet? aka am I incompetent in finding things online?

[Adeniz19]

why the hell is the aliens face pixeled out? haha

[drudo182]

The Alien didn't want it's identity to be released.

[Adeniz19]

all it's alien friends would give it a hard time for being caught

[coryatlarge]

this looks pretty good.

[mht]

this is the same guy that directed the Halo Live Action Skirmish on Halo 3 right? From the trailer it looks like he uses the same aspect ratio/depth and it almost looks like the same thing. If its anything like that the action this is going to be cool as fuck, because that halo live action skirmish gave me a hard on.

[mht]

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[PaulsRightNut]

Saw the trailer not too long ago, it looks too creepy for me.

[mht]

i just hope its not one of those get me excited by the trailer and then pure shit in the movies like cloverfield was, because I'll be really bummed. Have not been this excited for a movie in a long time.

[zubinmoosa]

Trailer looks great

[heyzombiehitler]

Is this suppose to be funny or scary? Both?

[mht]

Is this suppose to be funny or scary? Both?


there is nothing funny about aliens segregated in South Africa because humans are yet again racist assholes.

[williek311]

I saw a trailer for this yesterday and it has me interested now. I didn't know what the hell it was and then at the end it was just like rated R, I thought it was for a video game at first.

[AnUnseenLove]

i'm starting to see stuff about this on facebook now. it looks interesting

[coryatlarge]

the new trailer makes me want to see it more.

[n1asfan]

I think this movie's going to be amazing. Can't wait till it comes out!

[Bloodsucker II]

Is this suppose to be funny or scary? Both?

Just out of curiosity, what made you think this is a funny movie? Have you seen any of the trailers?

[Bryant]

Just out of curiosity, what made you think this is a funny movie? Have you seen any of the trailers?
There is one teaser that made it look less serious. Like it was a fake news broadcast. That commercial got me interested, but I'm more happy with what the movie actually will be.

[WakingTheMisery]

Will bomb although I am stoked to see it.

[sweetforever]

UdP74yofcSE

Looks excellent.

[Bryant]

Will bomb although I am stoked to see it.You think so?

[WakingTheMisery]

You think so?

I think it has a better chance in the foreign market than it does here. I think they should have pushed the marketing for it earlier. Plus, it is rated R. I think you need to have a broad base audience, which I don't feel this has.

[Bryant]

I think it has a better chance in the foreign market than it does here. I think they should have pushed the marketing for it earlier. Plus, it is rated R. I think you need to have a broad base audience, which I don't feel this has.Yea, they definitely should've pushed the marketing. I was surprised when I saw the commercial but hadn't heard a single word about it. And I didn't know it was R, haha.

Well on a lighter note, they can look forward to becoming a cult classic!

[AP_Punk]

excited

[mht]

I think it has a better chance in the foreign market than it does here. I think they should have pushed the marketing for it earlier. Plus, it is rated R. I think you need to have a broad base audience, which I don't feel this has.


uhhh Peter Jackson and a guy with ties to Halo 3, one of the best console selling video game franchises ever... and you are going to think this is going to bomb? what sort of idiot pills are you on?

there has been viral marketing for this movie for almost a year+ now are you fucking blind? live under a rock? I have no clue.


I am not saying the movie itself is going to be good, but it will make its money. I see a cult DVD fanbase developing for this film.

[ArmedROBery]

This movie will rock.... trailer has me ever more stoked.

[WakingTheMisery]

uhhh Peter Jackson and a guy with ties to Halo 3, one of the best console selling video game franchises ever... and you are going to think this is going to bomb? what sort of idiot pills are you on?

there has been viral marketing for this movie for almost a year+ now are you fucking blind? live under a rock? I have no clue.


I am not saying the movie itself is going to be good, but it will make its money. I see a cult DVD fanbase developing for this film.

I'm just speculating myself. I have my doubts it will do as well as you think. I like the marketing plan, the short film, and well, everything about it. I just don't see it grossing as much as you suspect.

[mht]

I'm just speculating myself. I have my doubts it will do as well as you think. I like the marketing plan, the short film, and well, everything about it. I just don't see it grossing as much as you suspect.


the short film had no relevence to the marketing of this movie, this movie is a basis of that short film, the ideas behind it... there is really no connection, that's almost like saying I enjoy Adam West so I am going to like the Dark Knight.

[WakingTheMisery]

the short film had no relevence to the marketing of this movie, this movie is a basis of that short film, the ideas behind it... there is really no connection, that's almost like saying I enjoy Adam West so I am going to like the Dark Knight.

Haha okay Mike. I know it isn't really exactly related. It just seems like the piece is a huge influence and is at least a little bit relevant. Seeing it definitely hyped me for the movie.

This is why I miss you posting in gen.

[mht]

it is a huge influence because it was made by the fucking same guy, and so was this:

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it's this guys chance into the big time and Peter Jackson is backing him, this is no different when QT was throwing his name around to help his buddies out with their movies.

[saysmydoctor]

I've seen this nonsense on Facebook, mostly ignored it. Saw the trailer finally and have to say this looks awesome.

[bouttogetfancy]

I hope this is good.

[Colorblind!]

Looks incredible, I'm really stoked.

[From: Skulls]

Saw so many ads for this at the theatre the other day. HUMANS ONLY signs outside the bathroom and such. So awesome. Stoked as hell for this.

[Charles777]

Looks like a cool movie. The plot seems solid.

[I am Mick]

I was stoked during the first trailer. I wasn't stoked seeing missles and explosions and a fucking Gundam in the second trailer. I was hoping this wasn't going to be an action movie

[samsara]

It looks good I just hope it doesnt disappoint.

[Mibabalou]

this looks very good

[deadkidsean]

joblocom (http://twitter.com/joblocom)Just saw D9. Effects are amazing. Much more to say soon. A great great genre flick


So fucking excited already......and this confirms it. Seeing it by myself, but fuck it lol going to be sick

[zubinmoosa]

Yeah apparently the screening at Comic-Con went over really well. Gonna be great

[SLoT]

i think this movie's got some potential. i'm definitely going to check this out when it comes out.

[bouttogetfancy]

Yeah apparently the screening at Comic-Con went over really well. Gonna be great
did they screen the whole thing?

[zubinmoosa]

did they screen the whole thing?
yup. And apparently got a standing ovation from the crowd

[Protested Hero]

I remember being at the midnight showing for Wolverine Origins and the first teaser trailer for this showed up. Needless to say myself and all others in my group were floored. Want want want.

[bouttogetfancy]

yup. And apparently got a standing ovation from the crowd
oh well that's good to hear.

[Justin_stacy]

Looks alright....its Peter Jackson so its hard to get too excited. As long as the CGI isn't crap, the potential seems to be there.


When this was first announced I thought it was a remake of the french movie District 13.

[zubinmoosa]

Looks alright....its Peter Jackson so its hard to get too excited. As long as the CGI isn't crap, the potential seems to be there.


When this was first announced I thought it was a remake of the french movie District 13.
Well the reviews coming in say the CGI is top notch

[Protested Hero]

I put up a few of those alien wanted signs around my house today, surprisingly they're still up haha.

[Indoor Living]

I was stoked during the first trailer. I wasn't stoked seeing missles and explosions and a fucking Gundam in the second trailer. I was hoping this wasn't going to be an action movie
My thoughts exactly. The second trailer made me start to wish it was gonna be Halo again.

[happygilmoreat]

There is one teaser that made it look less serious. Like it was a fake news broadcast. That commercial got me interested, but I'm more happy with what the movie actually will be.

Yeah and to me when they're interviewing the alien in the room, it kinda looks like a big cockroach or some kind of insect

[SandManTEND13]

I am excited for this movie, the promotion has been awesome!

[Protested Hero]

I want to see this NOW.

[Protested Hero]

http://www.aintitcool.com/node/41892

Amazing review.

[zubinmoosa]

http://www.aintitcool.com/node/41892

Amazing review.
Holy shit this sounds incredible

[Protested Hero]

I really want to know why no one on this site seems to care about this movie, it's going to be so good haha.

[chris1152]

Can't wait to see this, especially with the good reviews it's already gotten.

[samsara]

I want to see it now, more than before.

[porttheman]

I cant wait to see this movie as well as Inglorious Bastards.

[sayyes]

I really want to know why no one on this site seems to care about this movie, it's going to be so good haha.

I agree. I figured this site would have a huge thread discussing this movie. Regardless, I am very pumped.

[whoaisame]

Pumped for this

[Plodbax]

Fuck yes, Just won tickets to go see it on the 12th

[WakingTheMisery]

100% on RT. Great reviews too.

[Adrian Villagomez]

I'm not crazy excited for this one, but I do want to watch it.

[murrich]

Looks great.

[brentkid]

Reviews that have come in so far only make me more excited to see this.

[deadkidsean]

100% man. Cannot wait. Might have to double feature it with The Goods next Friday.

[xChasingsafetyx]

those reviews are chock full of exactly what i'm wanting to hear...and that's making even more excited. the 14th is still too far way. :(

[Protested Hero]

Reviews are stellar so far, calling it THE film to see this summer. I can't wait for the midnight showing. One week away!

[Dunn.Nope]

I think I had read it only had a $30 million budget. pretty insane for a movie nowadays

[avengedtbs]

I think I had read it only had a $30 million budget. pretty insane for a movie nowadays
Yeah I'm pretty sure I read that in one of the reviews.

[Adrian Villagomez]

I think I had read it only had a $30 million budget. pretty insane for a movie nowadaysHuh, a film not depending on huge buckets of money to get made. Very cool.

[a speedo model]

I think I had read it only had a $30 million budget. pretty insane for a movie nowadays
That seems like a lot to me, haha.

Excited to see this. Looks great.

[avengedtbs]

That seems like a lot to me, haha.

Excited to see this. Looks great.
To put it into comparison, GI Joe reportedly had a $200 million budget I believe.

[BryterJonah]

I hope this is like one of those 28 Days Later kind of unexpected classics.

[Justin_stacy]

a pretty reliable horror site gave it 4/5.

http://www.dreadcentral.com/reviews/district-9-2009

[Bryant]

Plan on seeing this at midnight. Nothing's stopping me!

[Protested Hero]

Plan on seeing this at midnight. Nothing's stopping me!

So am I my brotha. I have like 10-12 people going with me right now, I'm so pumped.

[Protested Hero]

a pretty reliable horror site gave it 4/5.

http://www.dreadcentral.com/reviews/district-9-2009


I love the end of the review. "at the end of the day we have to applaud such originality as loudly as we possibly can."

[Bryant]

So am I my brotha. I have like 10-12 people going with me right now, I'm so pumped.That would be so fun. My friends have horrible taste so I'll probably be seeing this with my gf and possibly my brother.

[HangsLikeHeaven]

Oh, good to see the postive reviews. I really want to see this now, or moreso than I did.

[Prestonxsmith]

I love the end of the review. "at the end of the day we have to applaud such originality as loudly as we possibly can."
they used that line? I am pretty sure I saw the same exact line in AICN's review of it.

Edit: Nevermind, I saw it on Rotten Tomatoes.

[Justin_stacy]

Entertainment Weekly has a two page spread. Interesting read and back story, but I'm still worried that this is going to turn out as awful as cloverfield.

[FOBcareemo]

Way excited for this. Seems original and beautiful.

[Prestonxsmith]

Entertainment Weekly cover is sooooo fucking badass.

[Plodbax]

I just got back from watching it with free tickets, Its about a 8/10, not so amazing but still a very good movie. Definitely go see it

[Plodbax]

The action scenes are so well done, the story line gets a bit predictable

[Protested Hero]

Tomorrow!

[Bryant]

Tomorrow!:abduct: :plane: :alien: :biggun:

[coryatlarge]

i hope my theater gets this.

[Protested Hero]

:abduct: :plane: :alien: :biggun:

I hope that's what the movie is like.

[fluke182]

I am so excited for this. 500 Days of Summer is finally out here on Friday as well, but I still think I'm going to see this first.

[Bryant]

I hope that's what the movie is like.Lol, come to think of it, those smileys can very much represent Independence Day. Will Smith is the pilot of course.

[Protested Hero]

Lol, come to think of it, those smileys can very much represent Independence Day. Will Smith is the pilot of course.

Hahah absolutely.

[Bryant]

Hahah absolutely."Welcome to Earf!"

[I am Mick]

http://uk.rottentomatoes.com/m/district_9/pictures/18.php

some awesome hi res pictures

[Prestonxsmith]

I am so convinced that this will be on my top 10 movies of all time.

[joe has a cat]

most likely seeing this tonight. the trailers look great :-)

[SuperShmuck]

District 9 isn't even SUPPOSED to be District 9
just thought u should know, haven't checked if this has already been posted BUT
District 9 is actually that Halo movie that tanked

[whoaisame]

Seeing this tommorow at midnight!!!!!!!! So fuckin excited

[drewz5]

definitely was reading these and thinking of the movie 9, and wondering why people were saying it's set in South Africa....but this looks really good

[whoaisame]

District 9 isn't even SUPPOSED to be District 9
just thought u should know, haven't checked if this has already been posted BUT
District 9 is actually that Halo movie that tanked

ACTUALLY I just thought you should know, your wrong. Peter Jackson was supposed to do the Halo movie, but it fell through. So he moved on to produce a new movie, District 9, which is a full length feature based off of the short film "Alive in Joburg" by Neill Blomkamp (the director of District 9). It has NOTHING to do with Halo.

[SuperShmuck]

ACTUALLY I just thought you should know, your wrong. Peter Jackson was supposed to do the Halo movie, but it fell through. So he moved on to produce a new movie, District 9, which is a full length feature based off of the short film "Alive in Joburg" by Neill Blomkamp (the director of District 9). It has NOTHING to do with Halo.
WELL i got nothing, i just heard that on the street, but i did kno that the halo movie fell thru both ceiling and floor.

[Mibabalou]

lol owned

[ClemTiger0408]

WELL i got nothing, i just heard that on the street, but i did kno that the halo movie fell thru both ceiling and floor.

I love when people post things they "heard on the street" as fact.

The world is ending tomorrow. It's definitely true. Someone told me.

[SilverWings]

It has NOTHING to do with Halo.That's true, but this film only cost $30 million to make and its effects and dramatization all look amazing, which could have been money and assets applied to a Halo film. In some ways I'm sad to see Halo not be given that same treatment, because as much as people think the game is just a generic alien-shooting videogame, there's a lot of emotional depth and nuance that could be applied to its universe if someone like Neil Whats-His-Last name took on the project.

Of course, if a Halo movie does come out, it will be probably just be another GI-Joe with Master Chief instead of Heavy Duty. I do love the look of District 9 though, and on the flipside it's cool that a new sci-fi world can be constructed and adored by the movie fans.

[SuperShmuck]

I love when people post things they "heard on the street" as fact.

The world is ending tomorrow. It's definitely true. Someone told me.
nah, not at least til the end of the Mayan calendar
but hey it is the word on the street

[Protested Hero]

I'm so excited for tonight!

[Losthope182]

Super excited for this movie. Not sure if I feel like going to the midnight show though.

[Thomas Balkcom]

I am so damn excited to see this.

[mht]

District 9 isn't even SUPPOSED to be District 9
just thought u should know, haven't checked if this has already been posted BUT
District 9 is actually that Halo movie that tanked


ACTUALLY, you are fucking wrong. This is the same guy that did the short Halo film in Halo 3, if you fucking actually played the game you would know that. This dude never had plans to make a Halo movie, I heard maybe after depending on how well District 9 does.

[kwsqd]

97% on rotten tomatoes, damn.

[mht]

with all these 90+ user ratings now I am going into this with high expectations. Which sucks, I kind of wanted it to be shitty and hope I was in the minority who thought it was good. Now I am expecting this movie to jump out and give me a blowjob or I'll be disappointed. Elitists are setting the bar high here.

[kwsqd]

If the movie doesn't, maybe the guy next to you will. But I'm definitely looking forward to this, I'll have to see it this weekend.

[Protested Hero]

ACTUALLY, you are fucking wrong. This is the same guy that did the short Halo film in Halo 3, if you fucking actually played the game you would know that. This dude never had plans to make a Halo movie, I heard maybe after depending on how well District 9 does.

Mike you're wrong too haha. He did create that Halo short film, but Neill Blomkamp was also working on a Halo film for around 5-6 months until the move studios trashed it due to complications with Microsoft's legal team and Hollywood. Basically after Halo bombed he decided to work on a full length of his short film "Alive In Joburg" which became District 9. He has stated recently that he would most likely never go back to making Halo again due to the fact that he put in half a years worth of work into it just to have it trashed and he couldn't handle it again. Rumors are that Steven Spielberg is picking up the rights to the Halo franchise. Neill Blomkamps next movie is going to be another original scifi story which he describes as "being on another planet, and very very very bloody".

[Bryant]

Fuck, I thought there were gonna be a lot of midnight showings for this, but it's slim. I can't even buy tickets online yet.

[Thomas Balkcom]

leaving in an hour!

[Protested Hero]

leaving in an hour! Also!

[Thomas Balkcom]

leaving in an hour! Also!

haha, awesome!

[flask]

saw this at a free screening in LA on tuesday. Your ass will be kicked by this movie.

[WordzandDreamz]

Holy fucking shit. I just got out of this. It was fucking incredible. I can't even put into words right now how much I loved it.

[Cheshire_Buddha]

Mike you're wrong too haha. He did create that Halo short film, but Neill Blomkamp was also working on a Halo film for around 5-6 months until the move studios trashed it due to complications with Microsoft's legal team and Hollywood. Basically after Halo bombed he decided to work on a full length of his short film "Alive In Joburg" which became District 9. He has stated recently that he would most likely never go back to making Halo again due to the fact that he put in half a years worth of work into it just to have it trashed and he couldn't handle it again. Rumors are that Steven Spielberg is picking up the rights to the Halo franchise. Neill Blomkamps next movie is going to be another original scifi story which he describes as "being on another planet, and very very very bloody".

Correct.

[SuperShmuck]

ACTUALLY, you are fucking wrong. This is the same guy that did the short Halo film in Halo 3, if you fucking actually played the game you would know that. This dude never had plans to make a Halo movie, I heard maybe after depending on how well District 9 does.
I ALREADY KNOW!!! FUCKING IDIOT
and yes, i saw Peter Jackson talking with head directors of BUNGIE!!
AND YES I FUCKING PLAY THE GAME!!! geez i knew i was blowing hot air when i wrote it, i never should trust my brother
but come on i'm past the regret already

[whoaisame]

Just got back from the midnight showing. This is one of my favorite movies of all time. So fuckin good. Seriously, GO SEE THIS MOVIE. Perfect.

[Protested Hero]

Yeah the movie was great. I want to see it when I'm a bit more awake and let more of the details fill in, but it was still amazing. Right up there with Star Trek for me.

[gonz]

Easily the best movie of the summer. This movie knocked me on my ass. I was completely surprised by it.

[guitarliketom]

very creative and original take on an "alien" movie.

i really liked how it switched from the journalism style to the outside viewer. cant think of correct terms right now.

but yes, very good film, not at all what i expected.

[gonz]

with all these 90+ user ratings now I am going into this with high expectations. Which sucks, I kind of wanted it to be shitty and hope I was in the minority who thought it was good. Now I am expecting this movie to jump out and give me a blowjob or I'll be disappointed. Elitists are setting the bar high here.
If I hadn't drank two Monsters within the two hours before I saw it, this movie would have given me two Z-jobs.

[Bryant]

Really good movie, will talk more about it tomorrow.

[writeacliche]

Just got back from midnight screening. Color me fuckin dissapointed. Flat characters and plenty of "wat" moments covered up my explosions and f bombs.

Hate my opinion all you want I was really let down.

I think this film was marketed so well that the trailer and the marketing outshone the final product.

[whoaisame]

Just got back from midnight screening. Color me fuckin dissapointed. Flat characters and plenty of "wat" moments covered up my explosions and f bombs.

Hate my opinion all you want I was really let down.

I think this film was marketed so well that the trailer and the marketing outshone the final product.

have to respectfully disagree completely.

[Gatorjd]

Just got back from seeing it. Loved it, best movie of the summer. Up is probably the only movie I've liked more this year.

[Bryant]

Just got back from midnight screening. Color me fuckin dissapointed. Flat characters and plenty of "wat" moments covered up my explosions and f bombs.

Hate my opinion all you want I was really let down.

I think this film was marketed so well that the trailer and the marketing outshone the final product.Though I can see why some wouldn't like this movie, I disagree with this completely.

[whoaisame]

and flat characters? The main character has such an awesome story arc and changes so much throughout the course of the movie.

[WordzandDreamz]

Yeah, this movie owned me. I can't sleep right now. I'm just thinking about it.

[whoaisame]

Yeah, this movie owned me. I can't sleep right now. I'm just thinking about it.

same here dude, its 5am and I'm watching video reviews on youtube haha

[niclliot25]

Just got back from the midnight showing. This is one of my favorite movies of all time. So fuckin good. Seriously, GO SEE THIS MOVIE. Perfect.
Same here man, same here. Incredible.

[B-Bones]

ACTUALLY I just thought you should know, your wrong. Peter Jackson was supposed to do the Halo movie, but it fell through. So he moved on to produce a new movie, District 9, which is a full length feature based off of the short film "Alive in Joburg" by Neill Blomkamp (the director of District 9). It has NOTHING to do with Halo.

lol owned

I love when people post things they "heard on the street" as fact.

The world is ending tomorrow. It's definitely true. Someone told me.

ACTUALLY, you are fucking wrong. This is the same guy that did the short Halo film in Halo 3, if you fucking actually played the game you would know that. This dude never had plans to make a Halo movie, I heard maybe after depending on how well District 9 does.

Man. Do NOT mess with people's Halo!

[Protested Hero]

Just got back from midnight screening. Color me fuckin dissapointed. Flat characters and plenty of "wat" moments covered up my explosions and f bombs.

Hate my opinion all you want I was really let down.

I think this film was marketed so well that the trailer and the marketing outshone the final product.

The marketing purposely didn't show any true aspects of the story so people wouldn't know what to expect when coming in to the theatre. Hell what did you honestly expect? I just can't think of a reason to be disappointed in it. Flat characters? I don't think I've ever felt so bad for a CGI being in my entire life. Also, the actor who played Wikus has never been in a movie or acting role before and did an outstanding job, I don't see any of it as flat. The explosions only added to the "wow" factor of some of those moments, I mean who the hell complains about people blowing up?

[Thomas Balkcom]

The marketing purposely didn't show any true aspects of the story so people wouldn't know what to expect when coming in to the theatre. Hell what did you honestly expect? I just can't think of a reason to be disappointed in it. Flat characters? I don't think I've ever felt so bad for a CGI being in my entire life. Also, the actor who played Wikus has never been in a movie or acting role before and did an outstanding job, I don't see any of it as flat. The explosions only added to the "wow" factor of some of those moments, I mean who the hell complains about people blowing up?

exactly the same for me. On the drive home, it hit me that I actually felt for the being during the film and Wikus was fantastic in my opinion.

[Bryant]

So 1st of all, this movie really surprised me. I thought it was going to be a very story heavy movie but the 3rd chunk of the movie was story driven action which is great.

At first, you don't know how to feel about Wickus. He's obviously a bit of a pushover so you feel bad for how people seem to call him nothing special, a bit dumb, etc, but he too seems to hold some prejudice against the aliens too. Of course, as the story moves along, the character grows and starts to see how hard it is being "Different" when they start to perform experiments on him and when he does things like saving Christopher (I believe his name was?).

That's one thing I didn't think they worked on enough. The relationship between Wickus and Christopher or as a matter of fact, they didn't show us enough of what the alien race is like. When Christopher got in the ship and started using all the commands or when they developed the mechanical suit for the crime lord, those were 2 times when I thought to myself, "These aliens are extremely intelligent, how are they taking this crap?" That was basically my only gripe.

Another thing I loved about the movie was, I'm a sucker for revenge and boy did every character get his in the end except Wickus' father-in-law. I clapped so many times in this movie, sometimes I was alone, haha. Is it bad that I loved watching humans blow up but felt bad for the aliens?

There's a lot of things left to discuss still about this movie. Was it all about segregation or about guns? Will Christopher keep his promise and bring reinforcements? Should there even be a sequel or should it be left alone? Do you actually agree with some of the people who wanted them gone?

I remember one of the 1st lines in the movie was something like, "I don't care if your from another country, but if your not from this planet, you're not welcome here." It made me sad to hear that but even worse is the fact that humans still do this to eachother today.

[xeno6919]

Just got back from watching this with a bunch of peeps, and I really enjoyed it.

[WordzandDreamz]

Just finished viewing #2. still amazing. i love this movie.

[xeno6919]

It probably will rank #2 in my top summer movies of this year.

[FondestMemory]

fucking loved it. will definitely be seeing it a few more times.

[Ailite]

This was fan-fucking-tastic. Absolutely loved it. I was moved, I was thrilled- some might say its better off without a sequel, but personally I want one.

I got so many chills all over my body on- Wickus told Christopher to go and take his boy and Christopher said "three years, I promise.. Incredible film.

[Mibabalou]

will go this weekend / soon

[Greg.Kushlan]

Seeing it in a group later tonight, can't wait :-).

[whoaisame]

I have to see this movie again, possibly tonight

[SlappedActor]

Seeing this later tonight, I'm so excited.

[Bryant]

What was up with the previews, lol. I guess giant mouths are in.

[xeno6919]

This was fan-fucking-tastic. Absolutely loved it. I was moved, I was thrilled- some might say its better off without a sequel, but personally I want one.

I got so many chills all over my body on- Wickus told Christopher to go and take his boy and Christopher said "three years, I promise.. Incredible film.

I feel ya I was expecting maybe a "3 years later" at the end but it didn't happen. Possible sequel

[Ailite]

I feel ya I was expecting maybe a "3 years later" at the end but it didn't happen. Possible sequel
I'm down for a sequel.

[RiCCioLi]

Just wondering guys if you could just tell me this about the movie. Is it scary at all or put u on the edge of your seat creepyness kinda like Final Destination does when someone is about to die and u get that feeling that u dont really wanna see this? Just curious cause I want to see this badly, but my anxiety attacks kicked back in to over drive this month and they got me back on meds and I want to see this badly, but it might fuck with me. Yeah yeah im a pussy.

[June_Bug]

I just got back from seeing this movie. It was such an amazing film. I love how, for once, the humans were not the victims, but the enemy. I have to say that the only thing i wished was different was that they explained more about aliens. Other than that it was a moving film. I don't think is was so much about aliens coming in from outer space, but more about how the human race are for the most part greedy, controling and hostile. It's ashame that this actually goes on. I hate to admit it but I did cry towards the end, it was just hard to see people (or ailens in this case) being treated like dirt. I think it should be left alone. I would hate for it to be ruined by a shitty sequel, but like that he left it open for one. Great film!

P.S. The Goods was funny as hell.

[xeno6919]

Just wondering guys if you could just tell me this about the movie. Is it scary at all or put u on the edge of your seat creepyness kinda like Final Destination does when someone is about to die and u get that feeling that u dont really wanna see this? Just curious cause I want to see this badly, but my anxiety attacks kicked back in to over drive this month and they got me back on meds and I want to see this badly, but it might fuck with me. Yeah yeah im a pussy.
You should be alright, it is not really that scary or on the edge of your seat. Of course everyone perspective on what is scary or not is different, but it should be alright for ya.
I just got back from seeing this movie. It was such an amazing film. I love how, for once, the humans were not the victims, but the enemy. I have to say that the only thing i wished was different was that they explained more about aliens. Other than that it was a moving film. I don't think is was so much about aliens coming in from outer space, but more about how the human race are for the most part greedy, controling and hostile. It's ashame that this actually goes on. I hate to admit it but I did cry towards the end, it was just hard to see people (or ailens in this case) being treated like dirt. I think it should be left alone. I would hate for it to be ruined by a shitty sequel, but like that he left it open for one. Great film!

P.S. The Goods was funny as hell.
I wanna see The Goods, fo sho. Even though the reviews are horrible for the most part.

[RiCCioLi]

P.S. The Goods was funny as hell.

really?!?!? Ive heard/ read nothing but bad things about this movie and I love love love Jeremy Piven. I was going to just wait for DVD, but now I might just have to cough up the $10.50

[RiCCioLi]

You should be alright, it is not really that scary or on the edge of your seat. Of course everyone perspective on what is scary or not is different, but it should be alright for ya.

I wanna see The Goods, fo sho.



true, thanks. Aliens always freaked me out, but not these ones. More like Signs or Fire In The Sky type aliens. Fire In The Sky scared the shit out of me when I was like 11. But then again E.T. was the scariest movie I ever saw. No lie. But I was only 4. Now I love to watch it

[xeno6919]

true, thanks. Aliens always freaked me out, but not these ones. More like Signs or Fire In The Sky type aliens. Fire In The Sky scared the shit out of me when I was like 11. But then again E.T. was the scariest movie I ever saw. No lie. But I was only 4. Now I love to watch it
Haha, that is kinda funny because E.T. used to scare me too. But of course I was around the same age as you.

[Protested Hero]

true, thanks. Aliens always freaked me out, but not these ones. More like Signs or Fire In The Sky type aliens. Fire In The Sky scared the shit out of me when I was like 11. But then again E.T. was the scariest movie I ever saw. No lie. But I was only 4. Now I love to watch it

Just see the movie. You'll love it. It's touching, action-packed, and smart. It's not scary due to the fact that they humanized the aliens so much, showing a different side to aliens that isn't the typical ravaging scary beast.

[June_Bug]

really?!?!? Ive heard/ read nothing but bad things about this movie and I love love love Jeremy Piven. I was going to just wait for DVD, but now I might just have to cough up the $10.50

Let me rephrase it: It was funny but it's not something i'd pay 10 bucks for. It was funny though. Sneak into it,I bought the ticket for D9. ;)
Edit: I hope that made sense.

[Duexy]

I ALREADY KNOW!!! FUCKING IDIOT
and yes, i saw Peter Jackson talking with head directors of BUNGIE!!
AND YES I FUCKING PLAY THE GAME!!! geez i knew i was blowing hot air when i wrote it, i never should trust my brother
but come on i'm past the regret already


lolumad?

[Protested Hero]

Seeing it again tomorrow.

[Prestonxsmith]

I thought it reached my expectations. If I didnt read all the reviews and hype, it might have acceded past, but it was just right there. Phenomenal film.

[Prestonxsmith]

ACTUALLY, you are fucking wrong. This is the same guy that did the short Halo film in Halo 3, if you fucking actually played the game you would know that. This dude never had plans to make a Halo movie, I heard maybe after depending on how well District 9 does.
This dude did have plans to do Halo. He was suppose to be the director.

[chasingsafety]

i enjoyed it but like the previous posts talked about the story kind of lacked. I wanted to know more about the aliens and why they were so submissive. what happened that they landed in South Africa. And why south Africa of all places.

i did enjoy the last half of the movie when he got to seek revenge but the ending and lack of development of the story really keeps me from being all excited about having seen this

[Thomas Balkcom]

http://themovieblog.com/2009/08/quick-thoughts-on-district-9

those were my exact thoughts leaving the movie last night

[Derka Derka]

i really dug this movie

[stayillogical]

I LOVED IT!! x

[chasingsafety]

http://themovieblog.com/2009/08/quick-thoughts-on-district-9

those were my exact thoughts leaving the movie last night

agreed with these

[whoaisame]

i enjoyed it but like the previous posts talked about the story kind of lacked. I wanted to know more about the aliens and why they were so submissive. what happened that they landed in South Africa. And why south Africa of all places.

i did enjoy the last half of the movie when he got to seek revenge but the ending and lack of development of the story really keeps me from being all excited about having seen this

The aliens were submissive because they came from their planet as refugees. They were malnourished and their ship was raided by humans and they were put into refugee camps. They were not THAT submissive considering all that they went through, and considering most of their weapons were taken from them. Why South Africa? Well, I don't think there was a reason why. That's just where they landed. But obviously the director chose South Africa because of the camps in Johannesburg and how it reflects what humans do to the aliens in the movie.

[AP_Punk]

friggin incredible movie.

i loved it.

[starseed]

I thought this movie was great. I loved the documentary style in the beginning and how it really felt like a retelling of this man's story. I know he was a real dick but I think that's what's interesting. How does a man who is obviously prejudiced deal in the situation he's in? I'm glad a more selfless part of himself won out in the end, and I like that they left the ending ambiguous. I'd like to think Christopher eventually returned, but whether or not Wikus would change back after living among the aliens for so long, I dunno. It's interesting. I also agree that it was pleasant to see us be the bad guys for once, seeing as how that's probably how it would really go down. I really felt so terrible for the aliens, and also for Wikus when he was experimented on and forced to kill that Prawn. It was a really gut-wrenching film in places.

[SkyHeldUpByStar]

Saw it tonight and loved it. Agreed with the above poster. That scene where they force Wikus to kill the prawn was pretty intense and heartbreaking. Really enjoyed this movie.

[Thomas Balkcom]

http://www.filmschoolrejects.com/reviews/review-district-9-robfr.php

really enjoyed this review

of course don't read it if you haven't seen it yet

[Greg.Kushlan]

Just got back from seeing it. It was awesome, I'm going with a group to see it again on sunday, hopefully it holds up. I go to the theater 20 minutes early, and 3/4 of the theater was full, I freaked because my group got there late and we had to sit right in front of the screen, but it wasn't too bad. I even talked somebody into seeing the movie while we were waiting in line. They asked me what the huge crowd was for, and then he asked me to explain it, so I did. He saw me standing with my friends and told me he loved it. I feel kinda cool.

[Lueda Alia]

I loved watching it, but I feel like I love it even more now that I've had some hours to think about it. It really blew me away. I have to watch it again soon.

I honestly did not expect this at all. Possibly the best movie I have seen this year.

[chasingsafety]

after thinking about the movie i did enjoy it alot but it seems others like myself had issues with characters. but visually it was stunning

[whoaisame]

after thinking about the movie i did enjoy it alot but it seems others like myself had issues with characters. but visually it was stunning

literally the only slight issues I had with the characters were with the military dude, he was sort of crazy and hostile for no reason, but I think that was because they were trying to show the "racism" against aliens. But it really doesnt bother me at all.

[whoaisame]

Favorite movie of the year so far, easily. Moon and Star trek are probably second and third.

[whoaisame]

http://www.filmschoolrejects.com/reviews/review-district-9-robfr.php

really enjoyed this review

of course don't read it if you haven't seen it yet

awesome review.

[tawtaw]

So I just got back from seeing it.

Starts of really slow, but I could dig it. Some strong character development, which I loved.

Overall I thought it was great.

[pshh]

oh man lol the best comment i heard walking out of the theater (angry black dude) "man i could of made that shit better on my front lawn"

loved the ending

[Inaction]

Saw it earlier today and loved it. Wasn't quite what I was expecting but in the end that's probably a good thing.

[billyboatkid]

Damn after all these reviews and peoples comments I'm more inclined to seeing this now.

[Derka Derka]

Damn after all these reviews and peoples comments I'm more inclined to seeing this now.

do it

[xeno6919]

Definitely do it.

[whoaisame]

Damn after all these reviews and peoples comments I'm more inclined to seeing this now.

you can thank us later

[Protested Hero]

I loved watching it, but I feel like I love it even more now that I've had some hours to think about it. It really blew me away. I have to watch it again soon.

I honestly did not expect this at all. Possibly the best movie I have seen this year.

See it again! Haha. Well that's what I'm doing in two hours anyway.

[mpw]

I thought this movie was great.

[batmannj]

I thought this movie was great. I loved the documentary style in the beginning and how it really felt like a retelling of this man's story. I know he was a real dick but I think that's what's interesting. How does a man who is obviously prejudiced deal in the situation he's in? I'm glad a more selfless part of himself won out in the end, and I like that they left the ending ambiguous. I'd like to think Christopher eventually returned, but whether or not Wikus would change back after living among the aliens for so long, I dunno. It's interesting. I also agree that it was pleasant to see us be the bad guys for once, seeing as how that's probably how it would really go down. I really felt so terrible for the aliens, and also for Wikus when he was experimented on and forced to kill that Prawn. It was a really gut-wrenching film in places.

Saw it tonight and loved it. Agreed with the above poster. That scene where they force Wikus to kill the prawn was pretty intense and heartbreaking. Really enjoyed this movie.
When I went and saw the movie, I unfortunately chose to sit in the row in front of a bunch of tool bags who were laughing at every little thing and yelling crap at the screen. During the scene where Wilkus is forced to shoot the Prawn, they howled with laughter, and I turned around and told them to shut up in a not so pleasant kind of way. That scene was intense.

[zeropunk16]

Great movie

[Greg.Kushlan]

Holy shit, this cost only $40M to make...

[June_Bug]

30 million I think. Either way I couldnt believe it either because people spend far more money to make a peice of shit film.

[Protested Hero]

Yeah it was $30 million with a first time director (Neill Blomkamp) and a first time actor (Sharlto Copley).

[SlappedActor]

I thought the movie was good overall, but still left feeling vaguely unsatisfied. I'd give it a 7/10.

[writeacliche]

literally the only slight issues I had with the characters were with the military dude, he was sort of crazy and hostile for no reason, but I think that was because they were trying to show the "racism" against aliens. But it really doesnt bother me at all.
That dude was a total badass.


SPOILERS BELOW

And I agree with "SlappedActor". I got back from the midnight showing, and trust me: I wouldn't go to a midnight showing when I had work in the morning unless I REALLY wanted to like the film, but I still felt a bit let down.

The visuals were fantastic. The lead actor was phenomenal and honestly almost too human.

My big complaints have to do with the cheese. I think this film could have worked a lot better for me specifically if they replaced half of the popcorn-explosion-action at the end and used it to develop the aliens or the humans a bit better. The humans were un-repentantly evil and the Prawns weren't developed at all. Why was Christopher Johnson so intelligent in comparison to the other Prawns? Why did their Mothership crash on Earth but still retain enough power to stay levitating above Johannesburg? Why did alien "rocket fuel" do what it did to Wikus? Why were the aliens still trapped on the ship? If there was an escape pod, that CJ obviously knew how to work, how come they didn't free themselves instead of waiting for humans to saw them out?

In a way the questions the film leaves the viewer with are more interesting than the actual film. Don't get me wrong. I loved seeing how raw and shitty humans could be and I loved the intense action scenes I just..I guess I just wish the film was as "revolutionary" and "intelligent" as everything I read made it out to be.

TLDNR:
Standing on it's own, as a film and without my own hype, I enjoyed it. Wikus was interesting and he acted as a human truly would. CJ and little Alien were sympathetic and, honestly, the only likable characters in the film. The visuals were top notch and the premise was interesting but I just felt..left down. 7.5/10

[June_Bug]

That dude was a total badass.


SPOILERS BELOW

And I agree with "SlappedActor". I got back from the midnight showing, and trust me: I wouldn't go to a midnight showing when I had work in the morning unless I REALLY wanted to like the film, but I still felt a bit let down.

The visuals were fantastic. The lead actor was phenomenal and honestly almost too human.

My big complaints have to do with the cheese. I think this film could have worked a lot better for me specifically if they replaced half of the popcorn-explosion-action at the end and used it to develop the aliens or the humans a bit better. The humans were un-repentantly evil and the Prawns weren't developed at all. Why was Christopher Johnson so intelligent in comparison to the other Prawns? Why did their Mothership crash on Earth but still retain enough power to stay levitating above Johannesburg? Why did alien "rocket fuel" do what it did to Wikus? Why were the aliens still trapped on the ship? If there was an escape pod, that CJ obviously knew how to work, how come they didn't free themselves instead of waiting for humans to saw them out?

In a way the questions the film leaves the viewer with are more interesting than the actual film. Don't get me wrong. I loved seeing how raw and shitty humans could be and I loved the intense action scenes I just..I guess I just wish the film was as "revolutionary" and "intelligent" as everything I read made it out to be.

TLDNR:
Standing on it's own, as a film and without my own hype, I enjoyed it. Wikus was interesting and he acted as a human truly would. CJ and little Alien were sympathetic and, honestly, the only likable characters in the film. The visuals were top notch and the premise was interesting but I just felt..left down. 7.5/10

Well it said that the machines/weapons that the aliens used we're made to only work with their DNA so I'm guessing that included the mothership. So the rocket fuel contained some alien DNA.

[whoaisame]

That dude was a total badass.


SPOILERS BELOW

And I agree with "SlappedActor". I got back from the midnight showing, and trust me: I wouldn't go to a midnight showing when I had work in the morning unless I REALLY wanted to like the film, but I still felt a bit let down.

The visuals were fantastic. The lead actor was phenomenal and honestly almost too human.

My big complaints have to do with the cheese. I think this film could have worked a lot better for me specifically if they replaced half of the popcorn-explosion-action at the end and used it to develop the aliens or the humans a bit better. The humans were un-repentantly evil and the Prawns weren't developed at all. Why was Christopher Johnson so intelligent in comparison to the other Prawns? Why did their Mothership crash on Earth but still retain enough power to stay levitating above Johannesburg? Why did alien "rocket fuel" do what it did to Wikus? Why were the aliens still trapped on the ship? If there was an escape pod, that CJ obviously knew how to work, how come they didn't free themselves instead of waiting for humans to saw them out?

In a way the questions the film leaves the viewer with are more interesting than the actual film. Don't get me wrong. I loved seeing how raw and shitty humans could be and I loved the intense action scenes I just..I guess I just wish the film was as "revolutionary" and "intelligent" as everything I read made it out to be.

TLDNR:
Standing on it's own, as a film and without my own hype, I enjoyed it. Wikus was interesting and he acted as a human truly would. CJ and little Alien were sympathetic and, honestly, the only likable characters in the film. The visuals were top notch and the premise was interesting but I just felt..left down. 7.5/10

I respect you opinion. Let me first say I loved the movie, A LOT. In regards to your questions/problems with the movie (Why was Christopher Johnson intelligent?, etc...), why does EVERYTHING in a movie need to be explained? I mean, I would actually hate that. Why was Christopher Johnson more intelligent? Well, why was Albert Einstein more intelligent than people, why are some people better athletes than others? They just are. Why were the aliens trapped on the ship? They weren't trapped I dont think, they were just extremely malnourished and needed help. If they went into detail about all the specifics of the aliens and the technology behind them, it would totally ruin the movie imo.

[stayillogical]

Seriously. I hate when a review is filled with plot questions. I don't want everything explained, that would be awful. And even if you try in a movie, especially a sci-fi movie, someone will always find a question to ask.

[whoaisame]

Seriously. I hate when a review is filled with plot questions. I don't want everything explained, that would be awful. And even if you try in a movie, especially a sci-fi movie, someone will always find a question to ask.

exactly, just like LOST, everyone wants answers to EVERYTHING, they dont realize that the show is almost completely based off mysteries, thats what keeps you interested and coming back for more.

[dpatrickguy]

this movie was amazing

[FondestMemory]

made 14 million on friday.

word of mouth is fantastic for it. stoked to see what it'll end the weekend with, and how it'll hold up for the next few weeks.

his next movie is gonna get quite the budget.

[TheSkyline]

this movie was amazing

Awesome! I'm seeing it tonight, very excited!

[Greg.Kushlan]

I can't get the last shot of the movie out of my head, what a beautiful way to end the movie...

[element4433]

I loved it. Best summer movie in recent memory.

[whoaisame]

I can't get the last shot of the movie out of my head, what a beautiful way to end the movie...

This. So perfect.

[TK]

Great movie. I think I'll watch this again sometime next week.

[Rickaly]

awesome movie! got to see it on the big screen 2 days before it came out.

[June_Bug]

I can't get the last shot of the movie out of my head, what a beautiful way to end the movie...

I can't either. I cried some more....:/

[Smash Adams]

I only have one question, how did he speak Alien? I know he's smart but wha?

Also Christopher Jr was adorable, thanks for making me want to squeeze an alien baby Neill, I think I officially have ovaries

[xeno6919]

I only have one question, how did he speak Alien? I know he's smart but wha?

Also Christopher Jr was adorable, thanks for making me want to squeeze an alien baby Neill, I think I officially have ovaries
There were a lot of people who knew the alien language, they were there for 20 years.

[Smash Adams]

There were a lot of people who knew the alien language, they were there for 20 years.
Yeah that makes sense, I guess we just saw his perspective but it would make sense that other top officers knew it

[June_Bug]

I only have one question, how did he speak Alien? I know he's smart but wha?

Also Christopher Jr was adorable, thanks for making me want to squeeze an alien baby Neill, I think I officially have ovaries

I KNOW! Now I want a plush prawn. :(

[Smash Adams]

I KNOW! Now I want a plush prawn. :(
That would be awesome. I mean a real one would be better but that's not happening, and a plush won't try to eat you

[June_Bug]

That would be awesome. I mean a real one would be better but that's not happening, and a plush won't try to eat you

Hahahahaha, yea the whole trying to eat me thing would overshadow the cuteness.

[stayillogical]

I only have one question, how did he speak Alien? I know he's smart but wha?

Also Christopher Jr was adorable, thanks for making me want to squeeze an alien baby Neill, I think I officially have ovaries

I thought that was old news?

[Smash Adams]

I thought that was old news?
Well I finally realized that, thanks for noticing and not telling me, some friend you are

[ExplodingStereo]

This movie reminded me how much I miss "older" horror movies like Halloween, where the movie relied on freaking an audience out by actual suspense and the characters' fear, not ridiculous amount of blood and carnage. I know, this wasn't a horror movie, but all the ripping out of teeth and flesh mutating was way over the top and too intense for me. Really loved the plot though and though it was well executed, but I don't think anyone could pay me to see that again.

[tawtaw]

Anyone else do a double take when Wikus just randomly started calling him Christopher?

[xeno6919]

Anyone else do a double take when Wikus just randomly started calling him Christopher?
Yea actually, I did. I was thinking to myself did they ever call him Christopher before Wikus just randomly said it.

[Smash Adams]

Yea actually, I did. I was thinking to myself did they ever call him Christopher before Wikus just randomly said it.
Well when he first came in he said Christopher Johnson, formally, and I think once he figured out how smart he was he started using it casually, since it was his friend and all

[xeno6919]

Well when he first came in he said Christopher Johnson, formally, and I think once he figured out how smart he was he started using it casually, since it was his friend and all
Ah ok, good call. You talking about when he was going around handing out the eviction notices?

[Smash Adams]

Ah ok, good call. You talking about when he was going around handing out the eviction notices?
Yeah, he had a list of all the occupant's names, or whatever names the government gave them I'm guessing

[xeno6919]

Yeah, he had a list of all the occupant's names, or whatever names the government gave them I'm guessing
Right, ok I remember now, thanks.

[bard]

which is better sci-fi?

moon or district 9

haven't seen either of them yet, but i plan to very soon

[WhiteLies.]

Just saw it tonight. I really enjoyed it, but then again I hadn't seen much hype going into it so I didn't know what to expect.

One plot goof that bugged me more than it should (SPOILER ALERT):
When Wikus and Christopher Johnson are breaking into MNU to get the fuel back, Wikus opens the doors by typing in an access code and using a thumbprint. This is after he's been taken to that very room and experimented on. Lolwut?

[Thomas Balkcom]

i have questions!!!!

1. How awesome does zombieland look.
2. Why Johannesburg
3. So what was that thing that fell from the spaceship? Was it ever recovered? And why were the prauns all malnourished when they were found? Was the leader killed? Just what the heck happened!?
4. As far as I can tell, the "liquid" does 2 things...powers spacecraft and turns humans into prauns. Why did the liquid turn humans into prauns? What purpose did that serve when all the Prauns wanted to do was vacate Earth?
5. It took 20 years to gather that tiny amount of liquid that was collected in the tube. Then Wicker goes spraying some of it into his face...I mean, he sprayed a good amount on his face, right? So, maybe I'm crazy, but wouldn't they need to re-collect that liquid for another few years? Seems like he was powering the mothership with a half a battery, but it somehow worked out alright.
6. Why did they spell prawn "praun."
7. How did humans and prauns learn eachother's languages? Praun sounds hard to learn.
8. What exactly were the scientists doing to those alien cadavers in the hospital?
9. Why did Wicker's father in law choose him to lead the alien relocation when he hated Wicker?
10. That "badass" military guy wasn't so tough. I woulda blasted him when i was in the robosuit. not really a question, just sayin
11. Was Christopher supposed to come back to save the aliens in 3 years, too? I mean, he just kinda left. And told Wicker he'd be back to turn him human. What about the rest of the aliens? He didn't take anybody but his son with him.
12. Why was the "non bullet proof vest guy" wearing an orange jumper, awaiting trial for exposing what was going on at the lab? Why would they arrest a guy for calling out a corporation for their questionable ethics and practices regarding the prauns?

Maybe they are questions that the audience is supposed to be left with...and maybe most are open to interpretation, but I was thinking about these things during the entire film.

Thanks a lot
greggy d

the director is from Johannesburg

[Smash Adams]

4. As far as I can tell, the "liquid" does 2 things...powers spacecraft and turns humans into prauns. Why did the liquid turn humans into prauns? What purpose did that serve when all the Prauns wanted to do was vacate Earth?
8. What exactly were the scientists doing to those alien cadavers in the hospital?
9. Why did Wicker's father in law choose him to lead the alien relocation when he hated Wicker?
11. Was Christopher supposed to come back to save the aliens in 3 years, too? I mean, he just kinda left. And told Wicker he'd be back to turn him human. What about the rest of the aliens? He didn't take anybody but his son with him.

Alien juice could do shit we don't understand
Trying to harvest their powers/figure out inner workings
He didn't want to piss off his daughter
I think we're supposed to believe he'll come back

[WhiteLies.]

1. How awesome does zombieland look.

It looks like it will either be really good or a horrendous sack of shit. I'm hoping for the former.

[xeno6919]

It looks like it will either be really good or a horrendous sack of shit. I'm hoping for the former.
I don't think it will be as awesome as Shaun of the Dead, but should have some decent parts.

[June_Bug]

i have questions!!!!

1. How awesome does zombieland look.
2. Why Johannesburg
3. So what was that thing that fell from the spaceship? Was it ever recovered? And why were the prauns all malnourished when they were found? Was the leader killed? Just what the heck happened!?
4. As far as I can tell, the "liquid" does 2 things...powers spacecraft and turns humans into prauns. Why did the liquid turn humans into prauns? What purpose did that serve when all the Prauns wanted to do was vacate Earth?
5. It took 20 years to gather that tiny amount of liquid that was collected in the tube. Then Wicker goes spraying some of it into his face...I mean, he sprayed a good amount on his face, right? So, maybe I'm crazy, but wouldn't they need to re-collect that liquid for another few years? Seems like he was powering the mothership with a half a battery, but it somehow worked out alright.
6. Why did they spell prawn "praun."
7. How did humans and prauns learn eachother's languages? Praun sounds hard to learn.
8. What exactly were the scientists doing to those alien cadavers in the hospital?
9. Why did Wicker's father in law choose him to lead the alien relocation when he hated Wicker?
10. That "badass" military guy wasn't so tough. I woulda blasted him when i was in the robosuit. not really a question, just sayin
11. Was Christopher supposed to come back to save the aliens in 3 years, too? I mean, he just kinda left. And told Wicker he'd be back to turn him human. What about the rest of the aliens? He didn't take anybody but his son with him.
12. Why was the "non bullet proof vest guy" wearing an orange jumper, awaiting trial for exposing what was going on at the lab? Why would they arrest a guy for calling out a corporation for their questionable ethics and practices regarding the prauns?

Maybe they are questions that the audience is supposed to be left with...and maybe most are open to interpretation, but I was thinking about these things during the entire film.

Thanks a lot
greggy d

I lol'ed.

[goodnews]

i have questions!!!!

1. How awesome does zombieland look.
2. Why Johannesburg
3. So what was that thing that fell from the spaceship? Was it ever recovered? And why were the prauns all malnourished when they were found? Was the leader killed? Just what the heck happened!?
4. As far as I can tell, the "liquid" does 2 things...powers spacecraft and turns humans into prauns. Why did the liquid turn humans into prauns? What purpose did that serve when all the Prauns wanted to do was vacate Earth?
5. It took 20 years to gather that tiny amount of liquid that was collected in the tube. Then Wicker goes spraying some of it into his face...I mean, he sprayed a good amount on his face, right? So, maybe I'm crazy, but wouldn't they need to re-collect that liquid for another few years? Seems like he was powering the mothership with a half a battery, but it somehow worked out alright.
6. Why did they spell prawn "praun."
7. How did humans and prauns learn eachother's languages? Praun sounds hard to learn.
8. What exactly were the scientists doing to those alien cadavers in the hospital?
9. Why did Wicker's father in law choose him to lead the alien relocation when he hated Wicker?
10. That "badass" military guy wasn't so tough. I woulda blasted him when i was in the robosuit. not really a question, just sayin
11. Was Christopher supposed to come back to save the aliens in 3 years, too? I mean, he just kinda left. And told Wicker he'd be back to turn him human. What about the rest of the aliens? He didn't take anybody but his son with him.
12. Why was the "non bullet proof vest guy" wearing an orange jumper, awaiting trial for exposing what was going on at the lab? Why would they arrest a guy for calling out a corporation for their questionable ethics and practices regarding the prauns?

Maybe they are questions that the audience is supposed to be left with...and maybe most are open to interpretation, but I was thinking about these things during the entire film.

Thanks a lot
greggy d
2. Johannesburg might serve as the backdrop because of a lose connection to apartheid.
3. Are you serious? It was the command module for the mothership (the fucking spaceship that Christopher flew away in.)
4. I think the liquid contains alien DNA. Hence why it turned Wikus into a Praun when it entered his bloodstream. They said the weapons would only work in conjunction with alien DNA, so I'm guessing that the spaceship was the same.
12. Corporations are corrupt. Governments are corrupt. Corporations and government are intertwined.

That's all I've got.

[Who Is This Guy]

2. Johannesburg might serve as the backdrop because of a lose connection to apartheid.
3. Are you serious? It was the command module for the mothership (the fucking spaceship that Christopher flew away in.)
4. I think the liquid contains alien DNA. Hence why it turned Wikus into a Praun when it entered his bloodstream. They said the weapons would only work in conjunction with alien DNA, so I'm guessing that the spaceship was the same.
12. Corporations are corrupt. Governments are corrupt. Corporations and government are intertwined.

That's all I've got.


Cheers, man. I was serious about #3...didn't catch the connection. #4 - didn't think of that. Makes a lot of sense. And crap, his name was Wikus, not Wicker.

Good flick.

[Cheshire_Buddha]

This definately holds a place in my top ten films for this year.

[Prestonxsmith]

It looks like it will either be really good or a horrendous sack of shit. I'm hoping for the former.
I went to alot of the filming because it was around here. The shit they have the zombies do is fucking hilarious.