Review of Attack the Block (2011) by Flicker75 — 24 Dec 2011
Unabashedly Carpenter-esque in both story and amount of smoke used, Attack the Block is a bold and wholly refreshing take on the alien invasion format. This authentically written story sees five block kids thrown into the fight for their lives and their home against savage aliens.
Throw in a strong female lead who they mug to open the film, a stoner public school educated wise man and a crazed drug dealer, and what you get is an unexpectedly down-to-earth sci-fi from an equally unexpected debutant director.
Fans of both British films tied together on a shoestring budget and the gritty Carpenter productions of the 70s will be pleased.
This review of Attack the Block (2011) was written by Flicker75 on 24 Dec 2011.
Attack the Block has generally received positive reviews.
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