The Day the Earth Stood Still

8/10/2015

Terrible remake, original vastly superior

11/28/2019

***Intriguing, Spiritual, Insightful, Moving*** "The Day the Earth Stood Still" (2008) is an intriguing, powerful and even moving modern sci-fi blockbuster. I particularly like the symbolism: Klaatu=Christ, GORT=YaHWeH, as well as the numerous biblical references: Noah's Ark, the death plague, human beings trying to put God in a box literally, the sacrificial nature of agape love, etc. In other words, the film tackles subjects of great depth that every human being can relate to whatever their belief system. This itself separates it from the usual idiotic blockbuster fare. Now let me address some common criticisms (please see the film first before reading further due to **SPOILERS**): The kid is initially quite annoying but this is understandable as he's an archetype for what huma