In this summer of animation, remakes and superhero flicks, one thing that has been missing is a bit of Hollywood star power.
So welcome Daniel Craig and Harrison Ford in the new Cowboys and Aliens. This is a western like you have never seen. Not only do we have two big stars on the screen, but they get to be in a big action flick that is as original as anything you'll see this summer. And finally, an action movie that has a point, a heart, and a good balance of action and story.
CAA is a strange western. New Mexico in the late1800's. A renegade cowboy (Craig) finds himself in the desert with no memory of who he is, or where he is from. All he knows is that there is this strange bracelet on his wrist that he can't get off. He ventures off then to a sleepy mining town that has dried up is suddenly under siege from aliens and their advanced civilization. He finds stunning powers in the bracelet that seems to destroy the aliens. And of course, with this being the 1800's, everyone is amazed and terrified a the whole ordeal.
Our hero teams up with local cattle baron (Ford) to wage war on the aliens who have been abducting various family members. See, I told you this was a strange western. I know it all sounds very complicated, but it's really not. Truth is, this story is told in a very straight forward fashion that is very refreshing. CAA is just flat out good.
This movie has a fantastic mix of old school western, Sci-Fi, and socially aware drama. Incredibly original, and really fun to watch, CAA is a real breath of fresh air in this summer that has become somewhat stuffy with the same old same old. Craig and Ford are really great, and toss in a really strong supporting cast,(esp Olivia Wilde) a huge western soundtrack that keeps it focused and classic. That is the real strength of this flick. Even though it's Sci-Fi, somehow it maintains the feel of a classic western. Very skillfully done.
CAA is also a bit intense, especially the battle scenes with the aliens near the end. CAA is not brutal or appaulling, but there are moments that could make some squeamish. But overall this is exciting, well paced, and tremendously original.
Cowboys And Aliens. Wonderful summer movie going. Good to see!!!
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This movie is a treat for action lovers.It has fine balance action,love and drama.I really like the action in the end with aliens.This movie is original and fun to watch.I really enjoyed watching it.
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