Battle: Los Angeles
Columbia Pictures | Release Date: March 11, 2011
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SUPERFLYMar 20, 2011
This is an AWFUL movie. I'm a fan of sci fi and I was really looking forward to a an updated take on the alien invasion story. Imagine my disappointment at being subjected to what felt like a two hour long advertisement for the AmericanThis is an AWFUL movie. I'm a fan of sci fi and I was really looking forward to a an updated take on the alien invasion story. Imagine my disappointment at being subjected to what felt like a two hour long advertisement for the American military. There is plenty of action in this movie but it's just not enough to keep you interested when the script and acting is so bland. Actually, the friend I went to see this movie with became SO uninterested that he fell asleep. I think that tells you everything you need to know about this film. My advice, if you want a good modern sci fi, go and watch Inception again.… Expand
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callume123Mar 21, 2011
The worst film I have ever come to watch. After wasting five pound on an entry ticket and another five pound on a bag of minstrels and a coke, watching this poor excuse for a film put me down. I ended up leaving an hour in due to itsThe worst film I have ever come to watch. After wasting five pound on an entry ticket and another five pound on a bag of minstrels and a coke, watching this poor excuse for a film put me down. I ended up leaving an hour in due to its repetitive scenes, horrible acting and cheap special effects. I enjoyed Avatar - a film widely remarked as full of action with a bland storyline - but this is a whole new level of obscenity. I wouldn't be able to name you a single character from the main squad, all I really cared was that they died before the two and a half hours of pathetic movie were over. Okay, so all the marines had the right gear, they acted like marines, and had a couple of rifles that made us shout 'Ha, its the M16 from Call of Duty!' and then realising I would rather be playing that instead of watching the film. As for the tension, it works in a similar way to '2012' the whole film is supposedly so tense that you end up predicting every part of the movie. For example, my friend said to me 'I bet that helicopter will get shot down straight away'... Spoiler Alert: It did. Out of the 7 of us watching, only 2 remained who watched the remainder of the film, met us and summarised it in about two lines. Again, they didn't know any of the names...
Do not waste your money watching this film because you'll get more value for your money with a length of rope.… Expand
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BartMar 12, 2011
With the budget they had, you would think they could afford a script with a plot. If you want to see things blow up, this is a film for you. If youy want a good fil;m, not so much.
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ShiiraMar 23, 2011
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. If scenes existed in a vacuum, maybe the stabs at drama that the filmmaker attempts in "Battle: Los Angeles" wouldn't be so jarring. Scenes, however, are interlocked, comprising of a contextual whole with a predominant tone, and the tone in this "Saving Private Ryan"-style sci-fier is escapist, regardless of its shaky-cam documentary aesthetic designed to make the fantastical meld together with reality. As advertised, "Battle: Los Angeles" plods along noisily and with a minimum of dialogue, pitting an infantry of nondescript marines against the aliens who have come for our water in war-torn Santa Monica. So far, so good. On a rescue mission, the marines discover a father and son, and a helpful veterinarian on the other end of an answered distress signal, who are then made to board a yellow schoolbus that should make them easy pickings for the clunky-looking invaders. But maybe they're colorblind. Following an alien autopsy conducted under the watchful eye of that serendipitous veterinarian(Bridget Moynahan gets to deliver a classic line), Staff Sergeant Michael Nantz(Aaron Eckhart) determines that the right side("where the heart should be") is the killshot, but not a whole lot is made of this intelligence. Blowing them up to kingdom come proves to be equally effective. And so it goes, for better or worse, "Battle: Los Angeles" is a live-action video game that can't be bothered with details or human emotions. Not satisfied with fiery explosions and perfunctory dialogue, however, Sgt. Nash, alluded to being John Wayne earlier in the film, goes "She Wore a Yellow Ribbon" on his men by delivering a sentimental, ham-fisted speech that will emit more guffaws than tears from moviegoers. After all, it's not the Germans whom they're engaged in war with, but rather, it's a battalion of water-powered aliens, and poorly-conceived ones at that.… Expand
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WombatCannonMar 20, 2011
This was honestly a really, really awful movie. I've only given it a score this high because of how hilariously bad it got. Melodramatic and aimless in terms of plot, Battle: LA mostly consists of grimy looking soldiers wandering around withThis was honestly a really, really awful movie. I've only given it a score this high because of how hilariously bad it got. Melodramatic and aimless in terms of plot, Battle: LA mostly consists of grimy looking soldiers wandering around with confused looks on their faces, while things explode in the background. It's bad. Don't see it.… Expand
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smijatovSep 3, 2011
Dear lord. This was painful to watch. As some of the critics pointed out, one really wishes to see LA decimated and have some spectacular visuals, but B:LA fails even at that. Horrible screenplay, paper-thin dialogue, mediocre visual effectsDear lord. This was painful to watch. As some of the critics pointed out, one really wishes to see LA decimated and have some spectacular visuals, but B:LA fails even at that. Horrible screenplay, paper-thin dialogue, mediocre visual effects and rather bad acting across the board. Pointless story, mediocre visuals, poor acting: there is really not that much to look forward to in this film. Definitely a waste of time, but it was not absolutely abhorring, so it can get a 2. But even that is being rather generous.… Expand
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DarkCriticMar 11, 2011
Battle: Los Angeles is another dumb alien invasion flick with nothing new and it's really corny with the story and the dialogue. Not even a single explanation about why the aliens are conquering Los Angeles with entire three worlds? It needsBattle: Los Angeles is another dumb alien invasion flick with nothing new and it's really corny with the story and the dialogue. Not even a single explanation about why the aliens are conquering Los Angeles with entire three worlds? It needs more reasoning than actual film by itself for fighting more aliens and the marines to battle into a ripping into a video game of Call of Duty and Resistance.… Expand
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Lizziebeth1_IMDMar 31, 2011
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I did have great hopes for BLA(2011), desperately willing it to be better than Charlie Sheen's The Arrival(1996), and at the very least better than Skyline(2010). Well, for me it actually was a little better than last year's Hy'drau'l'x stinker, but not enough. It suffers similarly from a lack of audience relatability within such a claustrophobic story. Where's that (INTERNATIONAL) focus group when you really needed one?

If anything, this can be said to be a by-the-numbers marine Hoo-Ah film that tries waaaay-too-hard to capture the visceral feel of life as a Marine, but suffers by comparison with The Hurt Locker(2008). Its most obvious major flaw was the overused shaky-cam, constantly filming inches from chiselled jaws.

The forced crying of men on camera I found pointedly ham-fisted; but director Liebesman seemed to handle the role of Michelle Rodriguez, the female Technical Sergeant, with admirably low-key acceptance. Other casting choices showed a glimmer of movie-making ability â… Expand
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nERVEcenterMar 15, 2011
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A tolerable war flick. While it gets all the military ins-and-outs right, and the setup is enough to pique interest, the excessive shaky-cam and lame script from the invasion point onwards is enough to drive one insane. Shaky-cam during idle office scenes? Really? Shaky-cam during slow, tension-building scenes? Double-really?

The movie disappoints on multiple levels. The aliens are never explained in depth at all (hive command structure, they want our water, shoot an organ in their chest to kill them...that's it), the firefights are extremely same-ey (oh look, they've been ambushed, pinned down, and surrounded...again), the alien drones -- in their conveniently humanoid form -- are so obviously motion-captured it's counter-immersive, and the fates of characters are so predictable from their introductions it's laughable. (Inexperienced junior officer just out of academy...check. Timid shy Marine who immediately gets separated...check. Army extras who valiantly fulfill their role as red-shirts...check.)

One of the few redeeming qualities of this film is, unsurprisingly, Eckhart's performance as Nantz. If he didn't convince you as Harvey Dent in The Dark Knight, then he will here: A sign of a truly capable actor, he belts out an incredibly campy and cliche speech 2/3rds of the way in with all the steely grit of a true hero of the industry -- that is, one willing to endure jobs such as this so that he might move on to bigger and better projects.

Entertaining? Yes. Good? By no means.… Expand
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bikemanJul 6, 2011
OK, why do all alien armies, since Star Wars to today, always have a single point of failure. You can disable their entire military structure by just doing on thing. Can't we be more creative? Also, what's the deal with the handheldOK, why do all alien armies, since Star Wars to today, always have a single point of failure. You can disable their entire military structure by just doing on thing. Can't we be more creative? Also, what's the deal with the handheld camera, even before the action starts. Example: There is a scene in a florist shop where a character is picking out wedding flowers and the camera is panning and bobbing around like were supposed to be in a war zone. Very annoying. Anyway, this is a standard alien invasion movie with cookie-cutter characters that we've all seen before. It tries to be different, but its not. Not a terrible movie, but not a good one. I'm glad I waited until this came out on TV.… Expand
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Nadim_BasnaMar 17, 2011
Aaron Eckhart, once again delivers a solid performance. However, Battle: LA does not offer audiences anything new. The film's plot is quite predictable, sprinkled with loud explosions and cheesy dialogue, turning this film into the longestAaron Eckhart, once again delivers a solid performance. However, Battle: LA does not offer audiences anything new. The film's plot is quite predictable, sprinkled with loud explosions and cheesy dialogue, turning this film into the longest army recruiting commercial. Watch it if you have nothing to do on a Sunday.… Expand
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yoniw18Jul 10, 2011
It boggles my mind that people give this drivel positive reviews. This movie is completely uninteresting and BORING. Oh but what about the special effects and the action? Sci- Fi channel grade at best. Not worth the dollar to rent from red box
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movieccMar 19, 2011
The movie is just like a documentary on war. Almost nothing but fighting throughout the entire movie. Though it lacks a good plot, it has good shooting scenes. A movie to watch if you enjoy bullets and bombs whizzing past you.
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Inuit_DudeMar 19, 2011
i found this movie to be alright and it had its moments but it is mostly a rip off of similar films. i did not feel an attachement to the charachters that good movies usually establish but i did like all the fighting and the explosions in thei found this movie to be alright and it had its moments but it is mostly a rip off of similar films. i did not feel an attachement to the charachters that good movies usually establish but i did like all the fighting and the explosions in the movie. there were some points where i wondered WTF is going on right now because it can be confusing at points and i found the actors did not do a very good job or putting enough emotion into their parts and it kinda left me feeling empty inside. this is an alright movie but if you must see it i suggest renting it once it comes out because it is not really worth it in my eyes… Expand
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NDiggyMar 14, 2011
Its a great popcorn movie, all flash an no substance, which is just fine. Just turn your brain off and enjoy the ride. Aaron Eckhart is a good enough actor that he makes most of the cheesy/stereotypical dialogue work. If you're justIts a great popcorn movie, all flash an no substance, which is just fine. Just turn your brain off and enjoy the ride. Aaron Eckhart is a good enough actor that he makes most of the cheesy/stereotypical dialogue work. If you're just looking for a fun throw away movie to go see on a Saturday afternoon then this movie fits the bill.… Expand
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tremoloadebutMar 15, 2011
This isn't really what I would call a sci-fi: unless the question asked was, "what would happen if aliens pitted their armies against our armies in ground combat?". However, it's a great action film. Tons of suspense. Lots of hanging on theThis isn't really what I would call a sci-fi: unless the question asked was, "what would happen if aliens pitted their armies against our armies in ground combat?". However, it's a great action film. Tons of suspense. Lots of hanging on the edge of your seat.… Expand
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reelsightMar 15, 2011
Definitely worth seeing. Very straight forward premise: combat marines react to sudden alien invasion. "What are these things? We gotta kill these things. How do you kill these things? " Refreshingly, there's no attempt to reason withDefinitely worth seeing. Very straight forward premise: combat marines react to sudden alien invasion. "What are these things? We gotta kill these things. How do you kill these things? " Refreshingly, there's no attempt to reason with the threat. The action sequences are outstanding and plentiful. The dialogue is pro Marine Corps and endorses their suck it up and get it done philosophy. This movie is a slap in the face to Obama's "let's talk about it" , do nothing diplomacy. No wonder the critics hate it.… Expand
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Burning_LettuceMar 15, 2011
If you're looking for an action movie with a plot, then move along please. However if you want the first summer block buster of the year, then Battle: LA is for you. Full of explosions, special effects, and so much gunfire you can almostIf you're looking for an action movie with a plot, then move along please. However if you want the first summer block buster of the year, then Battle: LA is for you. Full of explosions, special effects, and so much gunfire you can almost smell the gunpowder, Battle LA fails to disappoint... For a summer action movie. It has its fair share of cheesy dialogue, and a hazy plot (the invasion of the Aliens seem a bit rushed), and we never know why they're on earth in the first place, but then again, this isn't supposed to win an Oscar. Its supposed to entertain, and entertain it does.… Expand
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mrsachmoMar 15, 2011
This is a mindless, thrilling action movie. Anyone looking for more from this movie will probably be disappoint. However, Arnold made a career out of just this type of movie.

My advice: Don't overthink it. Just enjoy.
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BeregrondMar 15, 2011
The film revolves around an invasion by an unknown alien race, which start attacking the coastlines of some of the worldâ
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ElectricCityMar 15, 2011
I hate to say it, but this movie feels painfully generic. Boring, cliched characters. Cliche Hoo-rah story. Aaron Eckhart is really great in it, but it's otherwise fairly forgettable.
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chinoyrayMar 17, 2011
7/10.

If you're looking for a War movie and enjoy war movies then Battle: LA will not disappoint. Lots of surprises but the dialogs are just really bad. I would've given this a 9.
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CWPayneMar 19, 2011
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AlexArvin21Mar 19, 2011
Batle la, was a fairly good movie. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't great either. It was different than other alien movies, because of the fact that most of the time you dont feel like they're fighting aliens. It looks and feels like a modern warBatle la, was a fairly good movie. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't great either. It was different than other alien movies, because of the fact that most of the time you dont feel like they're fighting aliens. It looks and feels like a modern war time movie. The acting by Aaron Eckhart was great, and the marines felt the part. the story tends to get drowned out by the action at some parts, but the movie tends to keep a good balance between action, and dialogue. The visuals are stunning, and Jonathan Liebesman finally made a great movie. Over all the movie has a great feel. the movie has a ll the right components, to be a top movie of the year. But simply could not piece them all together. so i give it a seven out of ten, its an entertainig piece of work.… Expand
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GunslingerX1983Mar 19, 2011
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. When i first heard about this movie I thought it really could be a fresh take on the alien invasion scenario. Unfortunately I was sadly mistaken as it quickly melts into the same structured and stereotypical storyline. Don't get me wrong theres explosions a plenty but thats about all thats impressive. Character names appear at the beginning... but with the amount of development they are given I had no chance of remembering who was who amongst the carnage. Eckhart manages to give a Bill Pullman speech a la Independence Day and the ending... well lets just say anti climax. Its like watching someone else play Halo!… Expand
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DilloncupplesMar 22, 2011
This movie Is alright from beginning to end but if your looking for anything new your clearly looking the wrong way. Its a great way to waste a few hours and who can argue with a handful of explosions? Unfortunately character depth is moreThis movie Is alright from beginning to end but if your looking for anything new your clearly looking the wrong way. Its a great way to waste a few hours and who can argue with a handful of explosions? Unfortunately character depth is more like the shallow end of the kiddy pool. And as far as twists and turns go you can see them all from miles away. Wish the decisions weren't so ridiculous and sporadic but what are you gonna do? Be cool to see a more down to earth movie but what are the odds of that its about freaking aliens? hope this helped peace.… Expand
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GamesAndMoviesMar 23, 2011
This movie was incredibly exciting. There was never a dull moment during the entire film. The characters developed exceptionally well and I loved it. The people that complained it wasn't science fictiony enough should shut up because itThis movie was incredibly exciting. There was never a dull moment during the entire film. The characters developed exceptionally well and I loved it. The people that complained it wasn't science fictiony enough should shut up because it wasn't intended to be based around the aliens. It was based around the human characters. Overall excellent movie and I would watch it again in a heartbeat.… Expand
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butchdeadliftMar 23, 2011
I went to this film on opening night knowing really nothing about it, and i was daydreaming by the end of the movie. The reason this movie was so dull to me was because:
A) I've already seen this movie half a dozen times. Basically it wasI went to this film on opening night knowing really nothing about it, and i was daydreaming by the end of the movie. The reason this movie was so dull to me was because:
A) I've already seen this movie half a dozen times. Basically it was Independence day mixed with a marine ad, mixed with any Michael Bay movie. B) There was no tension in the movie because the alien's weapons had no effect on the marines. C) everyone in the movie was a hero, thus making no one the hero. D) The "Plot" was so predictable I didn't even have to pay attention to know what was going on.

Save yourself 10 Bucks and watch independence day instead.… Expand
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PatzelionMar 25, 2011
The official reviews were not off in the slightest. Some might have given it more credit than was due. As with many of the users giving this positive reviews; I can only assume you were in the marines, know someone who is in the marines, orThe official reviews were not off in the slightest. Some might have given it more credit than was due. As with many of the users giving this positive reviews; I can only assume you were in the marines, know someone who is in the marines, or fell asleep after the first action scene. The movie builds up the characters in the beginning apparently for no reason. The characters are in no way dear to your heart by only being provided with inconsequential details of their back story in the beginning is the film's only attempt at character development. All could have been forgiven if the action was similar to the first fight scene. I was originally blown away and fully immersed in the combat. Then the rest of the movie happened. The rest of the film is just riddled with awkward dialogue, clunky character direction, and outlandish situations even for an alien movie. Please be my little Marine and pass this movie up.… Expand
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ZacharyMatsonApr 24, 2011
This was for sure one of the most anticipated films of 2011 for me, and I can't say I was pleased. At first you leave the theater thinking, "That was awesome, explosions and action, YEAH!" but after a few hours when you look back on it youThis was for sure one of the most anticipated films of 2011 for me, and I can't say I was pleased. At first you leave the theater thinking, "That was awesome, explosions and action, YEAH!" but after a few hours when you look back on it you say, "What the hell was that movie trying to be?" It's basically the Transformers 2 of 2011.… Expand
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ChipperXSep 6, 2011
Much ado about nothing, unfortunately. Don't get me wrong - I love movies about aliens - I think they're out there somewhere, and eventually we'll meet them - but until then, we'll just imagine them on screen, right? Battle: Los Angeles hasMuch ado about nothing, unfortunately. Don't get me wrong - I love movies about aliens - I think they're out there somewhere, and eventually we'll meet them - but until then, we'll just imagine them on screen, right? Battle: Los Angeles has such a great cast, how could it possibly go wrong? Aaron Eckhart, Bridget Moynahan and Michelle Rodriguez are NOT B movie actors - they are high-caliber Hollywood A-listers - right? Or so I thought when I saw the trailer... But after viewing the movie, I was actually quite angry, because Skyline actually did a better job with less money and NO A-list movie stars. Here's where Battle L.A. went wrong: It spent entirely too much time on character development, and not enough time fleshing out the aliens and their advanced technology. What is an alien invasion flick without aliens and special effects? The deceleration coronas that the spacecraft create before landing were probably the coolest things we saw - besides the energy weapons the aliens used. We are warned of impending danger. We see everyone gathered around their televisions, watching the earth-shattering, unbelievable news. Then, at the climactic moment, we see the aliens rising on the water and eventually taking the beachhead - all from far off - and we think we're in for a fun ride - that never quite takes off. Unfortunately, we are given no exposition regarding the origins of the aliens, and we don't really get a good look at them. We do, however, get a good look at the marines who fight them - and fight them - and fight them - inside their alien technology exoskeleton armor. "Where's the beef?" This movie works best as a Marine recruitment video - not as a special effects blockbuster. By the time the aliens were effectively repelled, I simply didn't care any longer - I just wanted the "Battle" to be over.

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futuremetallicaApr 9, 2011
Absolutely brilliant ,the whole plot was exactly like the game "blacksite" there was so much suspense in it.
when i went to see this movie i wasnt too excited but when i came out of the cinema my eyes were lighting up like mad ,but i didntAbsolutely brilliant ,the whole plot was exactly like the game "blacksite" there was so much suspense in it.
when i went to see this movie i wasnt too excited but when i came out of the cinema my eyes were lighting up like mad ,but i didnt like the way the aliens looked a bit more makeup maby? 9/10 from me :)… Expand
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TdoreJun 15, 2011
Too much action, not enough plot. This takes a ton away from the movie as it is. There's no nail biting suspense because there's no story in the first place. All you see is straight gun fire, violence, and nothing at all productive.Too much action, not enough plot. This takes a ton away from the movie as it is. There's no nail biting suspense because there's no story in the first place. All you see is straight gun fire, violence, and nothing at all productive. Basically the plot is very stagnant with nowhere to go. Even the action scenes are poorly made. CG's is equivalent to that of a college student and not a paid professional. Even National Geographic knows CG better than this. In my opinion this movie is basically a low-budget film, with no intention of becoming a masterpiece and shouldn't be watched unless you enjoy heavy gunfire and not much else.… Expand
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VDSMar 5, 2012
Imagine the cool visuals from District 9 crossed with the terrible gung-ho nonsense from Independence Day, and youâ
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bovianJun 16, 2011
Probably this is the loudest movie i have ever seen in years. The storyline is predictable but the action sequence and survival battle caught my attention.
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davenbettridgeSep 8, 2011
This movie maybe worth watching on DVD for free if you had nothing better to do and had watched every good sci-fi action movie in history and didnt want to watch any of them again. The characters and acting were poor and the aliensThis movie maybe worth watching on DVD for free if you had nothing better to do and had watched every good sci-fi action movie in history and didnt want to watch any of them again. The characters and acting were poor and the aliens forgettable. Perhaps some of the action scenes were ok but this movie has been done better many times before. Pass… Expand
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Pwnz0r3dJun 28, 2011
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Hmm... well, i'll give credit where credit is due. Its pretty, the movie looks like a Michael Bay lite version of a war movie. Thats the only good thing i can say about this awful collection of war movie cliches. The characters feel hollow and expendable (when one specific marine dies, thats when everyone has the "omg we're in a war" look, way over halfway into the movie when the entire city and half of the american fighting force in the area is dead), and every skirmish feels underwhelming. Theres so many things wrong with this movie, even tactically; why would you send a black hawk in to extract your team and civillians when the enemy has annihilated your entire air force division in the area? Marines are trained to shoot the torso, which is the alien's weakness, yet they have to discover this already trained tactic to survive? If you drive in a huge orange bus throughout the second largest city in the country dont you think the enemy will see you? Perhaps i overthought the tactics of the movie, so you might say "just take it as a summer blockbuster," yet, even with that, its awful. The "last stand" event is a nearly frame for frame remake of the ending battle of saving private ryan, and war movie cliches abound; wounded men shout and argue with their commanding officers to leave them behind, the black guys always die first, nothing bad happens to the children (well admittedly, one has his father killed), men with deep husky voices come out of epic explosions unscathed, its rediculous. This is nothing more than Marine propaganda with aliens based loosely on the actual battle of los angeles during world war 2.… Expand
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JGLmanJul 1, 2011
This was a boring film that continually lost my interest. It seemed like it dragged on. Apart from the special effects, this movie is worthless. There were a few moments that kept me in it. Towards the end one you thought "victory" was uponThis was a boring film that continually lost my interest. It seemed like it dragged on. Apart from the special effects, this movie is worthless. There were a few moments that kept me in it. Towards the end one you thought "victory" was upon the human race, the large space shuttle arose from the ashes apparently stronger than ever. I, at the point, just wanted the movie to end.… Expand
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AVCITYJul 14, 2011
A two hour marine commercial. Everything cliche about war movies is present here with no exception it feels like. There's nothing exciting about this film except for a couple of well executed sequences and no one to really care for. I feelA two hour marine commercial. Everything cliche about war movies is present here with no exception it feels like. There's nothing exciting about this film except for a couple of well executed sequences and no one to really care for. I feel bad for Aaron Eckhart whose talents are wasted here. I think this movie will be completely watchable by gamers and I am definitely not one of them.… Expand
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penfifteenJul 12, 2011
I didn't know they could fit so many cliches in one movie. It had it all! Love cliches! Military cliches! Hero cliches! And most importantly, old-fashioned sexism cliches! Hooray!
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DoyouvoodooJul 15, 2011
ACTION PACKED YAWN-FEST!!! Been there, done that, GOT THE T.SHIRT!!! Even though the film is totally action packed, it is really BORING!!! I lasted about half way into it before the appeal of cleaning out my CAT'S LITTER TRAY became moreACTION PACKED YAWN-FEST!!! Been there, done that, GOT THE T.SHIRT!!! Even though the film is totally action packed, it is really BORING!!! I lasted about half way into it before the appeal of cleaning out my CAT'S LITTER TRAY became more appealing. I left my husband watching it, but came back to find him on his laptop. It is a classic GOD BLESS AMERICA cringe fest to top it off. PURE STINKING POO POO… Expand
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IraqBobbyAug 14, 2011
Absolutely Horrible "movie"! It is more like a badly produced video game, that literally will make you sick from bad camera work. The only thing that is worse than the elementary school drop-out writing, is the profoundly incompetentAbsolutely Horrible "movie"! It is more like a badly produced video game, that literally will make you sick from bad camera work. The only thing that is worse than the elementary school drop-out writing, is the profoundly incompetent direction. I had high hopes from the trailers, but this would be a waist of money even for a dollar rental! Seriously!!!… Expand
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J-ShapAug 28, 2011
Battle: Los Angeles dismisses everything that filmmaking has taught us over the last century. There are the obvious dismissals in dumb action movies (character, coherent plotting, subtlety), and then there are the dismissals of everythingBattle: Los Angeles dismisses everything that filmmaking has taught us over the last century. There are the obvious dismissals in dumb action movies (character, coherent plotting, subtlety), and then there are the dismissals of everything we've come to evolve to in film (craft, focus, effort), and then there are the dismissals of the basic logic that we humans take for granted (vision, thought, sound, reason). This is not a film. This is a series of shots taken with a camera, that are spliced together to vaguely resemble some abortion of a faux-film.… Expand
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Reese53Sep 5, 2011
This movie for me was a pleasant surprise !!! I came into this one thinking it was a standard alien invasion flick that wanted to give its own twist to thrill us. It does do this adequately for the first half of the movie but we've also seenThis movie for me was a pleasant surprise !!! I came into this one thinking it was a standard alien invasion flick that wanted to give its own twist to thrill us. It does do this adequately for the first half of the movie but we've also seen this before in War of the Worlds and Independence Day. The intense battle scenes are also reminiscent of Blackhawk Down.

I thought this movie was made in the 2nd half. I thought it did an excellent job of showing the true heart of a warrior. I thought it did a great job showing soldiers sticking to a questionable and even impossible mission; this when the doubt is in the leadership as much as in the mission itself. I also thought that it showed that our military trying to fight takes as much brains as it does courage. I was inspired because while it offers no guarantees of sucess (and the movie shows that going into battle against an unknown and superior enemy there are none) it also shows that you should NEVER give up. We are told that our military is the best in the world. If what's shown in Aaron Eckard's Nantz character is in the heart of our military you will get a better ideal of why it is the best.

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QuarriMar 23, 2012
the movie was entertaining. the action was fun. the introduction and set up of the movie was outstanding. the end was terrible. completely anti-climactic. humanity should have flat out lost. end of the discussion, there should not have been athe movie was entertaining. the action was fun. the introduction and set up of the movie was outstanding. the end was terrible. completely anti-climactic. humanity should have flat out lost. end of the discussion, there should not have been a super obvious easily exploited weakness that wins the battle for humanity. a depressing ending would have fit the build up to a tee. but someone screwed up. point is, what the beginning, its believable and entertaining. either stop when it starts to suck or cringe through the rest… Expand
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bfoore90Feb 28, 2017
Breaks no new ground but its does alot of things right and is a solid, albeit unspectacular sci-fi/action flick. Aaron Eckhart provides a strong presence for a totally underdeveloped cast of characters with no real plot other than your basicBreaks no new ground but its does alot of things right and is a solid, albeit unspectacular sci-fi/action flick. Aaron Eckhart provides a strong presence for a totally underdeveloped cast of characters with no real plot other than your basic "survive" element. Nonetheless, if youre a fan of the genre, then this film is for you.… Expand
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SuperMeJun 26, 2014
This movie seems to polarise opinion. Personally I really liked it! I thought it different enough from the usual Hollywood alien invasion story to be interesting. I empathised with the characters; the desperation in the face of a seeminglyThis movie seems to polarise opinion. Personally I really liked it! I thought it different enough from the usual Hollywood alien invasion story to be interesting. I empathised with the characters; the desperation in the face of a seemingly unassailable enemy and the determination that got them through. I thought the acting was good especially Eckhart. All in all an entertaining 2 hours.… Expand
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mau1133Apr 11, 2011
WELL another world invasion movie, so i thought, it was intertaining and i likeed it, and so did my girlfriend. which was a real surprise to me. The movie had a good cast and a lot of gun fights. And well evertything works out at the end as usual.
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ArkonBladeOct 22, 2011
its basically black hawk down with aliens . it has some pretty good action and gets going pretty fast and doesnt stop till the credits role . if you just want to see some thing fun its worth seeing .dont expect any plot twists or great actingits basically black hawk down with aliens . it has some pretty good action and gets going pretty fast and doesnt stop till the credits role . if you just want to see some thing fun its worth seeing .dont expect any plot twists or great acting . the film also feels unfinished at the end . so if all you want is some slam bang shoot em up its worth a rental.… Expand
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Forrestgump1Apr 30, 2011
"Battle LA the first "BIG" movie of the year and opens with stunning visual and sound effect , its an intense edge of your seat sci-fi action flick , some parts get to dumb , rambunctious and LOUD! , but its the films quality that counts and"Battle LA the first "BIG" movie of the year and opens with stunning visual and sound effect , its an intense edge of your seat sci-fi action flick , some parts get to dumb , rambunctious and LOUD! , but its the films quality that counts and it's worth it" .. B… Expand
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ESS180Apr 16, 2011
This movie was so action packed! It was a awesome experience because i was sitting in a premier seat on my birthday and i had lots of fun! I was having a great time watching these marines battle against aliens!

Overall I loved it!
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Jerik02Apr 19, 2011
I enjoyed this movie as I was in the mood for a "Modern US military vs. aliens" movie. If you take it with a grain of salt, its not bad. The cliches get old and I hated those, but overall, if you're in the mood for a war movie with aliens,I enjoyed this movie as I was in the mood for a "Modern US military vs. aliens" movie. If you take it with a grain of salt, its not bad. The cliches get old and I hated those, but overall, if you're in the mood for a war movie with aliens, this was highly satisfying.… Expand
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JonnyFendiApr 13, 2011
If we are going to talk about Alien movies, the truth is that no one could make Alien movie 100% genuine anymore. Most of us will immediately compare it with INDEPENDENCE DAY (1996) for Alien Invasion and Spielberg E.T.: THE EXTRA TERRESTRIALIf we are going to talk about Alien movies, the truth is that no one could make Alien movie 100% genuine anymore. Most of us will immediately compare it with INDEPENDENCE DAY (1996) for Alien Invasion and Spielberg E.T.: THE EXTRA TERRESTRIAL (1982) for more Friendly Alien. Yep, it was only two. In summary, the rest is follower. Thiz movie is closer to the first one. From the first minute it is very clear we will only see through a single perspective. A staff Sergeant (Aaron Eckhart) was given an assignment to assist 2nd Lieutenant and his platoon. Their objective is deploying to City of Los Angeles and defends from alien aggression. I could easily say the movie effectively dragging us into middle of specific situation, where we will be able to experience what it feels like to be one of those U.S. Marines in that war zone. Thiz experience is just like when we were playing one of those video games like COUNTER STRIKE, HALF-LIFE and CALL OF DUTY. We are forced to take a role in it, to be anxious and worrying when Alien sneaking nearby, or think along what should be the best strategies to evacuate a group of civilians, and finally how to find their weaknesses and use it to fight back. Like all the Alien movies, thiz new form of Alien also has a weakness. In INDEPENDENCE DAY they defeat it by installing the computer virus into their mothership, meanwhile in MARS ATTACK! (1996) they destroy it with the song! Find out yourself, what is the weakness in thiz version of Alien. The Director is Jonathan Liebesman (known for TEXAS CHAINSAW MASSACRE: THE BEGINNING (2006)) and the rest of the Casts are: Ramon Rodriguez, Michelle Rodriguez, Ne-Yo, Bridget Moynahan and many more. The Director seems to be very skillful in using Hand-Held camera techniques, no matter how shaky the picture is, we could still see it comfortably. The only disappointment is that in the movie trailer showed alien arrivals caused mass panic from some of the famous cities all over the world, and we also saw a dynamic breaking news style which is make us thinking that thiz movie is a worldwide apocalyptic movies. It does not happen that way, you are just about to follow a platoon of soldiers. The focus is simply smaller.

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juliankleissMar 30, 2011
It starts out with a boring introduction of the characters and extremely annoys by being captured with an unsteady hand camera (even though there is nothing happening in the script, to the viewer it feels like there is an earthquake). ItIt starts out with a boring introduction of the characters and extremely annoys by being captured with an unsteady hand camera (even though there is nothing happening in the script, to the viewer it feels like there is an earthquake). It seems Aaron Eckhart's acting saves the movie from not being enjoyable. But really, there are some emotional scenes, and after the action starts going it does not lose excitement until the movie is over. Interestingly, the story does not concentrate on the overall impact of the alien invasion on a global scale, but focuses exclusively on one small team of marines and how they try to survive while contributing to defending their country. On the one hand, the military's representation might be a little bit one sided for it only shows good soldiers, while really in every big group of people there are black sheep. However, on the other hand, people who might be opposed to the existence of the American military should see with this movie that its major function is protecting their own people. There is only very little critical element in the beginning of the movie, but it does compare the shocking alien invasion to the human's "handbook of how to colonize", therefore confirming that the humans have behaved towards each other in the same cruel way. This movie is not the greatest way to spend one's time and money, but it won't feel like a waste either.… Expand
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yokeshApr 19, 2011
I'm not a christian or a country fan. But that doesn't prevent me from from enjoying this film. I'm not a professional movie reviwer either, but I don't understand the critics dislike. I've seen much, much worse films shoehorning religion andI'm not a christian or a country fan. But that doesn't prevent me from from enjoying this film. I'm not a professional movie reviwer either, but I don't understand the critics dislike. I've seen much, much worse films shoehorning religion and "feel good" messages into some real life plot. This film told a good story without being preachy or boring. I'm a huge fan of the ocean, so perhaps I'm biased but, this film is worth a watch. I've seen it twice at two seperate screenings and loved it each time. Anytime I felt it might start being to message heavy, the scene would change before it was lost due to overexposure. Plus there is a lot of great surfing scenes, competition and recreation.â… Expand
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lethalwolfMar 29, 2011
This movie could have been the next independance day... a troubled marine guilt ridden by the death of his men on a previous mission takes control of a platoon with a young leader who is frozen when in battle... how many times have we seenThis movie could have been the next independance day... a troubled marine guilt ridden by the death of his men on a previous mission takes control of a platoon with a young leader who is frozen when in battle... how many times have we seen that? that's ok, l'll allow that, the action is deafening, the story line has a few cracks but it's passable. the one thing that prevents this movie from really being good, it she shoddy camera filming.. what the heck?? was the cameraman a monkey juiced up on redbull??? with $70 million they couldn't hire a cameraman? remember cloverfield? well this is how most scenes are shot.... all you see is a blur, up down, left, right... finally to center on where the action is but then again, oops too high... pan down, zoom out.... This is just plain awful. nice try ...Big Fail on this one!… Expand
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Mr_FreemanApr 2, 2011
What do you get when you mix Black Hawk Down with War of The Worlds and sprinkle it with a little District 9? You get Battle: Los Angeles, probably the most underrated film of the year. I mean, seriously, critics? You guys have such highWhat do you get when you mix Black Hawk Down with War of The Worlds and sprinkle it with a little District 9? You get Battle: Los Angeles, probably the most underrated film of the year. I mean, seriously, critics? You guys have such high expectations! Oh well, anyways, I'd like to point out the bad things first, because that's the kinda guy I am. at one point i the film, the CGI got really hard to look at, and there were two little girls who were completely pointless characters. All they do is scream, cry and hold the solders' hands from time to time. Do they bring out any emotion like that one older boy? NO! Why, movie makers, Why? But other than that, the film was actually better than I expected! And I felt a connection to the beginning part where the aliens first reveal themselves at the Santa Monica Pier. I thought "Holy sh*t, I was just there this morning!" Because I was. But as odd as it seems, the aliens get progressively weaker throughout the film. It seemed like they were walking tanks at the start, but then turned into weak-ass grunts near the end. Whatever, the aliens aren't something we haven't seen before, and that's that. Great movie, great acting, okay CGI, but two pointless characters.… Expand
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jimmytancrediMay 29, 2011
It is really worthy for the special effects, the non-stop action and the idea is that as cliché. A super blockbuster! The sameness may be present in the roadmap showing every soldier, his bravery and patriotism, as always ...It is really worthy for the special effects, the non-stop action and the idea is that as cliché. A super blockbuster! The sameness may be present in the roadmap showing every soldier, his bravery and patriotism, as always ... blah blah blah but you know what? It never hurts to watch! It is the vision of the director on YOUR choice to show some LA soldiers before a battle towards ET's. Or you guys were expecting a 10 hour film which show various views the world and your soldiers? The scenes, photographs, takes, these have a lot of CG is visually amazing! Brilliant! The Americans know how to show patriotism, unity, emotion, technology, performance and special effects. Great actors and a good choice to end. My "Four Thumbs Ups" by the art of the blockbuster film! Pure fun and wonder!… Expand
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AsandMay 22, 2011
Nice war/action picture but not so good as a sc-fi movie. Entertaining beginning and pretty good special effects. Later the movie gets predictable and I got the "I have seen this before" effect. There are some unnecessary or even stupidNice war/action picture but not so good as a sc-fi movie. Entertaining beginning and pretty good special effects. Later the movie gets predictable and I got the "I have seen this before" effect. There are some unnecessary or even stupid moments in it but overall impression is OK.
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BingoTrousers14May 21, 2011
This movie was nothing special. There was a lot of action, which I enjoy, but it wasn't done right. The camera shots during the action scenes made it annoying to watch, kinda like a Michael Bay flick. The characters weren't good at all. IThis movie was nothing special. There was a lot of action, which I enjoy, but it wasn't done right. The camera shots during the action scenes made it annoying to watch, kinda like a Michael Bay flick. The characters weren't good at all. I hoped in some cool aliens in the movie, but they were pretty basic and lame. It's just a disposable action movie.… Expand
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HedjaJul 8, 2014
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LanhavocMar 26, 2011
While not the best alien invasion movie EVER, this flick delivered where it counts and made for what I imagine will be one of the better action flicks to hit the big screen this year. I don't understand why critics always slam these types ofWhile not the best alien invasion movie EVER, this flick delivered where it counts and made for what I imagine will be one of the better action flicks to hit the big screen this year. I don't understand why critics always slam these types of movies, it's like reviewing "Pride and Prejudice" and stating "This movie had terrible action and CGI, 15/100. Hey, maybe we should? Go see Battle: Los Angeles if you want some heart racing, beach storming, alien killing goodness. Otherwise, stay at home and watch Lifetime or Opra with the wifey.… Expand
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Jcrank42210Mar 30, 2011
Battle LA was a above average film with good action and a mediocre plot. Aaron Eckhart was a good choice for this film. I really enjoyed the fighting scenes and The ending.
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MovieGuyBrianApr 1, 2011
The title doesnâ
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JJShredderApr 4, 2011
This is one of those movies you have to go the theaters to see. I just don't feel like it will be as fun on a small screen. I can't believe that some people go to these films expecting an Oscar performance when the movie is OBVIOUSLY aThis is one of those movies you have to go the theaters to see. I just don't feel like it will be as fun on a small screen. I can't believe that some people go to these films expecting an Oscar performance when the movie is OBVIOUSLY a movie about Marines vs. Aliens. What do people want from it? some kind of secret love between a soldier and alien chick that has implications for all mankind? Bottom line: If you like action, special effects, and are a person that educates themselves before spending money then this movie is for you. If you are a critical snob, why do you even bother?… Expand
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SciFiFan89Apr 5, 2011
I must admit that I went in with low expectations based on some reviews from critics and fans. When I came out, I thought "man, screw Ebert and the others." This was a spectacular film and I don't care what others say. Special effects wereI must admit that I went in with low expectations based on some reviews from critics and fans. When I came out, I thought "man, screw Ebert and the others." This was a spectacular film and I don't care what others say. Special effects were amazing and the plot was good. Only giving it 9/10 because there were some cheesy sentences in the dialogue but that's about it. Recommend this movie to any sci-fi fans!… Expand
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SpartanEdgeApr 12, 2011
I absolutely loved this film.I took along the girlfriend,& was suprised that she did too,seeing as its a Si Fi movie.It all has a Black Hawk down/Independance Day/District 9 vibe to the whole thing(which is all good as far as i'mI absolutely loved this film.I took along the girlfriend,& was suprised that she did too,seeing as its a Si Fi movie.It all has a Black Hawk down/Independance Day/District 9 vibe to the whole thing(which is all good as far as i'm concerned).The Effects were very good,The Music Score fantastic,& suited the movie perfectly,& the Acting fantastic,Giving us a human drama amongst it all i wasnt expecting.Highly Recommended!… Expand
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TargetGiftCard7Apr 7, 2011
I'm very surprised with the critic reviews. I thought the movie was fantastic. The special effects were phenomenal. It was full of action and suspense. It was cheesy at some parts and the acting was fairly good. And in the end, it leaves youI'm very surprised with the critic reviews. I thought the movie was fantastic. The special effects were phenomenal. It was full of action and suspense. It was cheesy at some parts and the acting was fairly good. And in the end, it leaves you wanting more! I hope to see a sequel: Battle: Chicago!… Expand
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MrsoandsoApr 9, 2011
Myself I liked the movie however i can see why most didn't like it. there was no story and a weak plot, the most likely reason i liked this movie, is in the trailer it looked like a si fi shoot up movie set in the present. and that is what itMyself I liked the movie however i can see why most didn't like it. there was no story and a weak plot, the most likely reason i liked this movie, is in the trailer it looked like a si fi shoot up movie set in the present. and that is what it was, but if your looking for a movie with an explanation or a point by point story you will most likely not enjoy this film.… Expand
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pazin2Apr 19, 2011
Battle Los Angeles is a masterpiece of CGI (Computer Generated Images/Imagery); A shame the story line wasn't that tad bit better. Coming from the Sci-fi alien invasion type movies, the same cliche moments found in such movies asBattle Los Angeles is a masterpiece of CGI (Computer Generated Images/Imagery); A shame the story line wasn't that tad bit better. Coming from the Sci-fi alien invasion type movies, the same cliche moments found in such movies as "Independence Day". To Be Noted: The movie is a lot better than Skyline, and does possess some imagination in terms of screen writing and scripts.

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akagenreMay 5, 2011
Finally a more realistic approach to the whole "alien invasion" genre. Gritty, intense and with characters you actually care about, it is what films like Independence Day should have been. It does contain a regiment of military cliches butFinally a more realistic approach to the whole "alien invasion" genre. Gritty, intense and with characters you actually care about, it is what films like Independence Day should have been. It does contain a regiment of military cliches but let's face it, for the most part the entire military film genre is a lot of "been there, done that" so whatever you create do it with style. Pacing is excellent though its wanes a bit towards the end once some of the mystery is dimmed. Overall it delivers thrills throughout and I sincerely hope to see this bud into a lucrative franchise (unfortunately its the dollar that drives the industry).… Expand
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KAS--WillSep 10, 2011
The most flawed thing with this movie is it's length, and the whole Marine Propaganda thing. The problem with the length, is it felt like it was a good movie; 30 minutes to the end. And with that, I wouldn't mind seeing a sequel. However,The most flawed thing with this movie is it's length, and the whole Marine Propaganda thing. The problem with the length, is it felt like it was a good movie; 30 minutes to the end. And with that, I wouldn't mind seeing a sequel. However, the Marine Propaganda, is too cheesy for the 21st century... or even the 1960s for that matter. I support our troops, but this stuff would only be acceptable in the 1940s... But aside from those 2 problems, not a bad movie, just a really dragged out one.… Expand
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ArrowMay 19, 2011
It is a movie about 'how awesome our american soldiers are'. It is not a sci-fi action movie. The aliens are there, because extreme political correctness (I would say political madness) has no problems with killing dozens of aliens, butIt is a movie about 'how awesome our american soldiers are'. It is not a sci-fi action movie. The aliens are there, because extreme political correctness (I would say political madness) has no problems with killing dozens of aliens, but similar amount of dead nazis/north koreans/russians/any other usa enemy soldiers would require completely different approach. While killing aliens can be done without any restrictions.
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CAGUYCAMay 19, 2011
BATTLE:LA is no sci fi it is blackhawk down with aliens,now this may seem like a cool and action packed ride worth the watch.But i trust me the movie is ruined with to much camera wobble and the camera wobble is a excuse for the action scenesBATTLE:LA is no sci fi it is blackhawk down with aliens,now this may seem like a cool and action packed ride worth the watch.But i trust me the movie is ruined with to much camera wobble and the camera wobble is a excuse for the action scenes to be quick and so the audience don't think while watching it they just hear noises and like it. What does the director think we are dogs??? noises don't cut it for me mate the action scenes don't get solid or anywhere near acceptable in till the end. Which is also very dull and boring and pointless and the aliens are never deeply explained im sorry but this movie is just horrible in my eyes. But i have given it a 6 because im not the Devil… Expand
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Fortysixter_UKMay 31, 2011
A excellent squad based action movie. Whilst the characters aren't heavily fleshed out, the film still works. Remember this is an action movie, and its tense, hard hitting and fun. AND can be as cliche'd as it get's, I still thoroughlyA excellent squad based action movie. Whilst the characters aren't heavily fleshed out, the film still works. Remember this is an action movie, and its tense, hard hitting and fun. AND can be as cliche'd as it get's, I still thoroughly enjoyed it.

If you like sci fi , action and military films, this will go straight up your flagpole !
The alien tech , consisting of acid and phosphor based rounds, is quite naturally vastly superior to the human tech and as such, mankind gets its backside handed to it royally.

The film follows a squad of US marines as they try to extricate themselves from the heart of an invasion zone after an inexperienced officer leads them into an ambush.
They have to fight for every foot of ground,and pay heavily all the way.

Ignore the naysayers. It's an action movie, and as such isn't there to win oscars. It's there to entertain.
It does this successfully.

I'll be buying this on Bluray when it's released

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NEEBONDNov 13, 2011
Good alien movie I realy enjoyed it. Great performance by Aaron Eckhart the whole movie stands because of him. The action was cool little bit of thriller and emotion was there in the movie.
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Heavymetal4lifeOct 16, 2011
Great Movie, I reallllllyyyyy enjoyed it. I can understand some of the gripes people have with the sudden shift changes in the PLOT, But its a war flick about Aliens trying to take over are world. People over expect an demand I think fromGreat Movie, I reallllllyyyyy enjoyed it. I can understand some of the gripes people have with the sudden shift changes in the PLOT, But its a war flick about Aliens trying to take over are world. People over expect an demand I think from this movie, Like they want some 5 hour plot to be told an full story line issued but not have to sit there an deal with that length of a movie. People are just to narrow minded an this movie came out at the wrong time when other genres were more popularized. This movie showed the strength that even in the Direst of odds men an women of the human race can band together to survive an overcome the worst of odds to keep going on an living. I wish it would of got better reviews an more revenue cause then they might of been able to make a trilogy or a saga at least out of this movie, its a shame people are just to lame to look at the over all idea of something, instead they sit there an nit pick it to **** Just a shame. GREAT MOVIE, I thought it was heaps a ton better then WAR OF THE WORLDS with tom cruise....I mean I liked it but I actually enjoyed this movie more an was given that feeling of hope an sorrow for the Marines an man kind in general.… Expand
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nightblade00Oct 1, 2012
Luckily this was a netflix rent for me. I had the option of turning it off at about the halfway point. The writing was awful, the special effects were laughable, and the way the characters reacted to the news (by completely ignoring it)Luckily this was a netflix rent for me. I had the option of turning it off at about the halfway point. The writing was awful, the special effects were laughable, and the way the characters reacted to the news (by completely ignoring it) was an insult to the intelligence of American soldiers. I couldn't take it. If your idea of a good movie is "wow them guys firing them there guns is cool!"...then this is your movie.… Expand
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ZilcellMay 25, 2012
There are tons of action moments, but there is no reason to watch because the characters are lifeless and there isn't a real story. It is unbearable for me.
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amg20Nov 13, 2011
Battle LA is a typical alien invasion action movie. It cant help but feel like a poorly executed, newer, Independence Day. An above average action performance by Aaron Eckhart helps to redeem the movie but it remains thoroughly average. TheBattle LA is a typical alien invasion action movie. It cant help but feel like a poorly executed, newer, Independence Day. An above average action performance by Aaron Eckhart helps to redeem the movie but it remains thoroughly average. The film is permeated with action scenes that consists of gunfire, loud explosions, and yelling. It is still mildly entertaining despite the fact that is extremely formulaic and predictable. It help my attention for the entire runtime yet it managed to provide zero mental stimulation.It receives a thoroughly average 5.… Expand
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TyranianMar 7, 2020
Competently-made videogame cutscene with very little plot. Acting is passable.
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eTurkeyJan 27, 2012
By personal rule I try not to have expectations before I watch a movie regardless of how much I already know about it. I was expecting "Battle: Los Angeles" to be yet another clichéd alien invasion flick in which humans must onceBy personal rule I try not to have expectations before I watch a movie regardless of how much I already know about it. I was expecting "Battle: Los Angeles" to be yet another clichéd alien invasion flick in which humans must once again put aside their differences and work together to save the day and retake the planet. That's pretty much how BLA turned out, but one redeeming feature was how much it resembled war-related pictures such as "Black Hawk Down" as opposed to crappy sci-fi movies such as "Skyline".… Expand
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AdanedhelDec 9, 2011
I had never standed up and leave the theater.But guess what... Battle: L.A. made it !
i was very excited about this movie, the trailers where awesome but when i started to watch it started to fell down my emotions.
the plot is too boring,I had never standed up and leave the theater.But guess what... Battle: L.A. made it !
i was very excited about this movie, the trailers where awesome but when i started to watch it started to fell down my emotions.
the plot is too boring, the e.t are things undefinied you never see one of them pretty close and the fight was like 4 blocks... the ufos had lots of tech equipment to kick ass but even so it wasnt enough... i could stand watching it the worst sci-fi movie i´ve ever seen.… Expand
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sirky004Jul 29, 2013
This movie is about the squad not the aliens. Actually the trailer is enough for you to know where the stiry of this movie will go. Pretty boring. It's like black hawk down style action with alien-terrorist hybrid with incendiary ammo thatThis movie is about the squad not the aliens. Actually the trailer is enough for you to know where the stiry of this movie will go. Pretty boring. It's like black hawk down style action with alien-terrorist hybrid with incendiary ammo that needs water to get high, as the enemies. I prefer Black Hawk Down: Alien Jellyfish Invasion as the title.… Expand
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iciconnectMar 25, 2012
This was a fabulously great movie. The CG could had been better for the land aliens, other then that, this was a excitingly awesome movie. I love the part were they made it to base and they loaded their weapons instead of eating and callingThis was a fabulously great movie. The CG could had been better for the land aliens, other then that, this was a excitingly awesome movie. I love the part were they made it to base and they loaded their weapons instead of eating and calling it quits. Plot was excellently provided at the right given time. Great movie about spirit, faith and honor. The sound is stupendous in Doby Digital 5.1. I cringed on each up close explosion, So realistically timed and dramatically played.… Expand
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A_NorthernerMar 27, 2012
Set in present day Los Angeles, Battle: Los Angeles follows a platoon of marines playing their part in defending the city against a large scale alien invasion. Granted, not for everyone's taste. Imagine Black Hawk Down meets Independence DaySet in present day Los Angeles, Battle: Los Angeles follows a platoon of marines playing their part in defending the city against a large scale alien invasion. Granted, not for everyone's taste. Imagine Black Hawk Down meets Independence Day with all the usual war movie cliches thrown in and then some for good measure. Credit should be given to the screenplay for not giving in to the usual expletive filled rants so typical of marine films. This allowed the film to be rated 12 and I'm sure was appreciated by younger cinema-goers. The almost-documentary style filming of the aliens arrival and initial platoon movements work and the film is capable of developing a pretty reasonable level of suspense as the platoon encounter the first aliens. The special effects are fantastic and result in several visually intense action sequences. Bryan Tyler should also be praised for producing a big epic score that fits well with the scale of the invasion and the task faced by the characters. Ultimately though, the cliches win the day and the film pays for not providing any real human aspect for the viewers to relate to, with the exception of Eckhart. Saving Private Ryan remains the outstanding reference for how war movies can engage the viewer through character emotion. Sadly this is lacking in Battle, but the film will definitely appeal to sci-fi and action fans without a doubt.… Expand
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kane148Nov 23, 2012
I went into this movie not expecting much, and was pleasantly surprised to find a exciting action film with tolerable acting and story. Yes it's often cliche, and yes the script and acting won't win it any awards, but where this movie shinesI went into this movie not expecting much, and was pleasantly surprised to find a exciting action film with tolerable acting and story. Yes it's often cliche, and yes the script and acting won't win it any awards, but where this movie shines is that it is almost non-stop action. The title says it all: if you wanna see US troops slugging it out with aliens in LA, then you'll enjoy this. If you want a thoughtful or inspiring movie, then best skip it.… Expand
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dev92Aug 25, 2012
I am not really sure why the critics were so harsh towards this film. It is fine, it is nothing special but it has a wonderful tension that builds throughout the film. I also thought that the acting was brilliant especially the chemistryI am not really sure why the critics were so harsh towards this film. It is fine, it is nothing special but it has a wonderful tension that builds throughout the film. I also thought that the acting was brilliant especially the chemistry between Aaron Eckhart and Ramon Rodriguez. A solid film that is worth a view.… Expand
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TheGreatCatJul 27, 2012
Forget War Of The Worlds!! Independence Day - eat my shorts!!! Battle: Los Angeles is the REAL DEAL!! This is the best film I've seen this year - and trust me, I have watched a lot!! Hoorah Staff Sergeant Nantz!!
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Captain_KirkAug 14, 2012
Cliched, derivative, mind numbingly stupid, and doesn't even fall into the same category of 'Stupid but entertaining' like Michael Bay's Transformers movies. Avoid this one.
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RikiegeSep 27, 2012
An entertaining movie, but nothing more ... Is typical alien movie. Unoriginal. Special effects are acceptable. Appears to be good, but not anything to write home.
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cameronmorewoodNov 8, 2012
Why is Aaron Eckhart, who has shown himself to be a good actor through several fine performances, going along with this garbage? The script is literally trash, and even the stupid moviegoers who are wowed when things go boom boom, will beWhy is Aaron Eckhart, who has shown himself to be a good actor through several fine performances, going along with this garbage? The script is literally trash, and even the stupid moviegoers who are wowed when things go boom boom, will be utterly unsatisfied with the cheapened special effects of the Los Angeles wasteland.… Expand
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kublay0880Dec 18, 2012
Awful acting by all the actors, the story is just weird senseless. you could say that the Special Effects save the movie unless that's what I thought but sadly they didn't.
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oblique15Aug 31, 2013
This was epic! I loved how they make it so hard to see the Aliens, cause that kept my interest. I loved how they make it like a real War from a camera man. The way they did this movie gives it a real feel.
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worleyjamersDec 7, 2012
Eh, I liked most of it! I was entertained despite many annoying flaws.

The first, and most annoying flaw is the camera work. Could the camera shake any more? I'm not really sure what the director and filmmakers were thinking while filmingEh, I liked most of it! I was entertained despite many annoying flaws.

The first, and most annoying flaw is the camera work. Could the camera shake any more? I'm not really sure what the director and filmmakers were thinking while filming this movie, but it's ridiculous. Whatever effect they were going for was completely missed. I was annoyed throughout most of the film because the camera was literally moving the entire 2 hr. running time.

Second, there was no character development. In the beginning, I could tell there were some attempts to introduce some characters, but I rarely cared for any of the characters. Towards the end of the film I began to care a little more for the characters, but this film failed to capitalize on the atmosphere of the story and emotions that could have come from the situation. This is the area where the film had SO much potential. The conflict of the film was really great...LA was being destroyed. The characters' homes were being destroyed. Let me get into their heads, make me feel what they're feeling...but this film never touched that aspect of the story. Ultimately the film fails for that reason.

Also, this film is so so cliche! Almost laughable at times...

I did love the effects and action! I'm a big blockbuster fan, so Battle: LA delivered in that respect. The special effects were great, and the battle sequences were action-packed and intense. I was entertained and I can't complain with that...

Battle: LA...an okay pre-summer blockbuster that entertains, but nothing else. I recommend it, but this film fails to deliver in areas where it could and should have.… Expand
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darkcolaOct 29, 2014
In the vein of reviewing things that have already come and gone, here I am again. I saw this movie last night and enjoyed it. It was a flat out traditional - good guys versus aliens movie, and it was much more fun and convincing in terms ofIn the vein of reviewing things that have already come and gone, here I am again. I saw this movie last night and enjoyed it. It was a flat out traditional - good guys versus aliens movie, and it was much more fun and convincing in terms of military coordination than anything Independence day tried to pull off (hated that movie). This is not an award winning movie. This is not filled with award winning overpaid actors. This is literally the quintessential- movie made to entertain the audience, movies. It is not pretentious, self-important like War of the worlds. It has some nice effects, some fun battles and full of cliches that work in the context of this film.

My only desire would have been some more information about what really happened to our Sgt. in his past- maybe a flashback or so.

Fav moment: when Sgt. ties shoes on kid- just one of those spontaneous subtle moments that reveals the nurturing character of our hero.

Dumbest moment: being caught out in the open street by first encounter rooftop martians.

Silly moment: trying to find out how these creatures are best killed- sure was some funny organ parts in that darn thing...

All in all, worth it to buy on dvd, see it with the intention of being entertained, not to be taken seriously, and hopefully you love your American military.… Expand
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ReviewZone212Feb 20, 2013
Apocalypse.
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BrianMcCriticMay 2, 2013
Alien Robots battling for earth against gun touting humans, sounds like fun right while you'd be wrong. No character development along with sub par robots leads to a dreadfully awful movie.
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splinter94Mar 10, 2013
It make me feel shame that movies like this can exist, horrible. First the aliens were indestructible and then the guy kill them with a pistol, the aliens run through the marines bullets, and the marines are harder to die than Chuck Norris.
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Movie1997Apr 13, 2013
Even though its just another alien movie, I thank God it's not like same Michael Bay "Transformers 2" movie. The story does try to stay on track with the conflict, but some of the other scenes from the very beginning were pointless. When IEven though its just another alien movie, I thank God it's not like same Michael Bay "Transformers 2" movie. The story does try to stay on track with the conflict, but some of the other scenes from the very beginning were pointless. When I say this, I'm talking about the golf scene. But once it gets into the action, it really draws your attention. It tends to, at times, bring in some thrills, which really is the first half of the movie. But when you come up to the final battle, it tends to lose its suspensing thrills and seems to be an action like movie. As far as acting goes, its pretty decent. But it's always Aaron Eckhart who still keeps the story going. Overall, for a stupid movie idea like this, it's pretty decent to watch.… Expand
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