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A bit of a disappointing summer blockbuster
Jacklyn 2022-03-23 09:01:49
Twenty years ago, the classic sci-fi blockbuster "Independence Day" was thrilling to watch at the time. Roland Emmerich dared to blow up the White House in the movie for the first person in the world. His stunt movies have never let me down. Whether it is the breathtaking images in "After Tomorrow" or "2012", or the mainstream American values promoted in them, they have subtly influenced audiences all over the world. Unfortunately, this year's much-anticipated "Independence Day 2" has disappointed me. Although many of the original cast of the year have been recovered, the magnificent momentum and ambition of the year have long disappeared. In its place is a booming commercial vibe, an old-fashioned narrative tone, and a tiresome politically correct message. There seems to be only one skill left to talk about: stunts. However, even the director of the White House Statue of Liberty, Christ Jesus, and other landmarks around the world has been bombed, what stunts are worth our surprise? Indeed, the proportions of stunts in this sequel are far less shocking than they used to be. The final climax is a bit like the ultimate breakthrough in a children's game, which is too tricky in my opinion.
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Independence Day: Resurgence quotes
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David Levinson: I've had years to get us ready. We never had a chance.
President Whitmore: We didn't last time, either.
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President Whitmore: We convinced an entire generation, that this is a battle that we could win. We sacrifice for each other no matter what the cost. And that's worth fighting for.