Super 8

I really liked this movie. It was not my first choice when we went to the theater that night, but I am quite glad that I went to see it. It centered around a group of 13 or 14 year old boys and 1 15 year old girl. They were the primary cast and most of them were not well known before this movie, with exception to Elle Fanning I knew of her before I watched this film.

The movie was not out right scary, but I jumped a fair amount of times. I am quite a jumpy person in general. It was maybe a bit more suspenseful, but I was very surprised by the amount of humor that they packed into this movie.

I have worked with kids for the past few years and one thing that amazes me is how funny they are. This movie was spot on for good early teenage humor, it was not raunchy with the young actors desiring to be older and more mature, but it was quite spot on with the young boy sarcasm and humor. The comic relief from edge of your seat, hiding your face suspense, was very well balanced.

It was also nice to see some great camera work with angles and night exposure. The movie was original among a sea of remakes, sequels, and comic book heroes. The cast did not sell the movie, the movie sold the movie and that is what I like to see.

I give this movie an 8.5 out of 10.

for sure recommend seeing this one.