this isnt so much a sci fi alien movie as it is just a straight war movie. all the predictable war tropes are there: brave soldiers, poor decisions by the higher ups, innocent children in danger, unexpected deaths. everything one would expect from a generic war movie. i would share the story, but there isnt one. at all. here it is as fleshed out as i can make it: aliens attack and soldiers fight back. the end. aaron eckhart is wasted here, he is an actor who is always at the top of his game, a true artist who can create a rich character and allow you to feel what he is feeling. none of that is even close to necessary for this one, they just needed someone who can grunt and fight. the special effects were pretty cool though!
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