The Day the Earth Stood Still(2008)- User Reviews

The worst part of this remake is that it will shown on TV instead of the classic movie. This sucks as the original was good, but will have limited viewing as to the way things are done showing the latest remake.more»

Although Keenu Reeves and Jennifer Connely were exceptionaly good I was thinking it was about something else instead of a big robot that came out of a glowing ball and something more realistic. I have no beef with …more»

Out of all the end of the world movies i've seen, this one is the best one of all. I really loved the plot and visuals in this movie. I recommend this movie to people who loves end of the world action movies.more»

prez and vice prez hide to let bates make the calls in crisis?
military so devoid of scientists they need to kidnap connelly to admister the drugs to the alien?

This movie is beyond dumb.

All involved should be embarrassed.

Looked like a made for TV …more»

I didn't even see the original, but I can tell you that this remake of The Day the Earth Stood Still stunk. It dragged on and on, and the acting was bad overall, especially by Keanu Reeves. What a waste of time.more»

PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE do not waste your time on this movie. Everything other than the "ok" visual effects sucked; the plot, the script, the acting all got a big thumbs down. IT was predictable and boring and my hubby and I fast forwarded through …more»

The Day the Earth Stood Still is disappointing...
Yes, it isnt too bad, but the story has the potential to be made into an even better movie. Keanu Reeves is terrific as an alien from another galaxy, and Jennifer Connely does a fair job as the doctor …more»

Anyone who has seen the classic version of the same title can't help but be incensed by this trivial and boring alleged remake. If you haven't seen this new one, consider yourself lucky, and skip it entirely. I have to think those responsible …more»

This story is so different from the 1951 film that it shouldn't be called a remake. It has a completely different thrust and is structured completely differently.

Truthfully, if it weren't for Jennifer Connelly it wouldn't be worth watc …more»

I felt that the story was a bit too sci-"fiction" at times but what do I expect? It is a sci-fi! The overall storyline was decent though and the imagination used in this movie was also pretty decent. I really did enjoy this but did feel some …more»