Cloverfield
By Matt Reeves
2008
Action / Thriller
1h25
Synopsis
Five young New Yorkers throw their friend a going-away party the night that a monster the size of a skyscraper descends upon the city. Told from the point of view of their video camera, the film is a document of their attempt to survive the most surreal, horrifying event of their lives.
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Community Reviews
Opinions on 'Cloverfield' are mixed, with some viewers praising its thrilling pace and immersive found-footage style, which revitalizes a genre that had started to feel stale. The film's intense, action-packed sequences and sparing use of the monster add to its appeal. However, others criticize the lack of character depth and logical inconsistencies, particularly questioning the continuous filming during chaotic events. The film's attempt to maintain realism is often broken by these narrative flaws.
👍 Immersive found-footage style
👎 Character depth and logical inconsistencies
