has finished watching War Of The Worlds - Goliath released by Tripod Entertainment. This version of H.G. Wells classic War Of The Worlds takes place about 15 years after the events described in the novel and extrapolates a steam-punk version of an Earth that has reversed engineered Martian technology in order to build a global army that is capable of defeating the Martians the next time they invade Earth. [No mention of the Martian attempt to conquer Venus is mentioned in this movie.] Perhaps one of the better sequels to the War Of The Worlds, Im still torn about this movie. Lush animation aside, I couldnt keep from wondering if this wasnt an attempt at launch an animated series that never got off the ground. The Goliath referred to in this movies title, is a manned mech suit, complete with steam power, missiles, and death rays that is brought into action when the Second Martian Invasion Attempt brings World War 1 to a crashing halt. Real life historical characters have minor, but significant roles in this movie. Yes, humanity wins again, with a hint that the sequel will have Earth invading Mars. Recommended, but the original George Pal movie is far superior. Three Stars.
Posted on: Mon, 19 May 2014 17:53:20 +0000
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