Director Gareth Edwards’ film centers around a not-too-distant future; following the explosion of a NASA probe bringing alien life samples back to Earth, new creatures begin appearing in Central America and half of Mexico is quarantined. The movie begins six years later – a journalist agrees to escort a rich American – and also his boss’ daughter – across the ‘infected zone’, but the two get more of an adventure than they expected. Think The Mist meets District-9 meets War of The Worlds. Surprisingly enjoyable film, which flew under the radar when it came out in 2010. Solid acting, an interesting story, and great effects make this one worth a watch for sure.
