2012

4/10

Oi, was I disappointed in this movie! I love John Cusak, but this was NOT good.

Where to begin? Let's start with the CGI. First off, I was expecting some great special effects since, ya know, the whole movie focuses on the world's demise. But it seriously looked like it was made in the 90s. The Day After Tomorrow was made by Emmerich five years ago, yet the graphics looked just as good, if not better. Independence Day, from '96 looks damn good when compared to this film 13 years newer. The majority of the scenes looked like green screens were used!

You know, Emmerich really goes up & down with his creation. I feel like he makes a couple good ones & then just pumps out crap. He's got Independence Day, The Patriot, & The Day After Tomorrow under his belt, but it seems like he doesn't have room for anymore.

Let's get back to this movie, shall we? Well, I must admit that I was a bit freaked out about this story line. I am bothered by the fact it is based off of a legend of the Mayans, but the actual support from science doesn't see this occurring. & this movie just seemed too over the top.

Honestly, if it didn't have the actual tradition in the plot (which is hardly mentioned, I might add) this movie is just a smash of Deep Impact (Great movie!) & The Day After Tomorrow with zero creativity.

The story was insanely perdictable & disgustingly cheesy at moments. The only redeming part was Woody Harelson's cooky character.

Overall, save your money with this one. Watch Deep Impact instead.