Just nine years after the global success of “Independence Day” in 1996, which depicted a large-scale extraterrestrial attack, director Steven spielberg released his modern adaptation of H.G. Wells‘ classic novel,”War of the Worlds.” The film, starring Tom cruise, arrived amidst a surge in alien invasion narratives, prompting questions about its necessity and originality. the 2005 film aimed to update Wells’ story for a contemporary audience, but faced criticism regarding its conclusion.
A Contemporary Take on a Timeless Tale
spielberg’s previous encounters with extraterrestrial life leaned towards benevolent contact,as seen in films like “Close Encounters of the Third kind” and “E.T. the
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