Seen: August 17th, 2007
Format: Theater
Rating: 6
The Invasion is an update of the classic The Invasion of the Body Snatchers. And its a good, if not particularly inspired one.
There's a distinct lack of modern techno flash and hyper action. Instead the film relies on the tension and anxiety generated by the scenario to provide the thrills.
The horror aspect of the transformation is downplayed in this version. Gone are the pods, to be replaced with something a bit more genetically focused. This tends to undermine the alien-ness of the transformed a bit, which has the positive effect of making them seem a bit more human and therefore a bit more terrifying.
The resolution is a bit far-fetched, but satisfying enough, given the premise.
Acting is good in general. Kidman and Craig play off each other fairly well, and Jackson Bond is definitely nails the cute kid.
The action, when present, is solid and well done, without flailing over the top. The film moves well, and the pacing is varied enough to keep you engaged without burning out.
While it'll never have the impact the earlier films did, this installment is a solid, if unremarkable retelling
The Good: Updated, but faithful rendition
The Bad: Predictable
The Ugly: Falling asleep
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