The Dozen

Science Fiction Movies

12. Iron Man – I particularly enjoyed this movie because of the high tech gadgetry, and the action. I feel like the producers and directors did a good job of providing sufficient amounts of time to go through the different stages in the plot. In addition, this movie in contrast to other super hero movies, did not try to accomplish too much in one movie in terms of the history of the hero.
11. Back to the Future – One of the most endearing qualities about this movie is how it was made without any huge special effects. I also enjoyed how it examines the butterfly effect, in relationship to time travel. In addition, the plot is able to remain cohesive and understandable, amid complications concerning the different time periods and present and future versions of a certain characters.
10. E.T. – This is a movie I have seen multiple times over the years, and have always found it enthralling. I particularly enjoy the innocence between E.T. and the child, their relationships and interactions. The plot is especially interesting, because the child befriends E.T. to help him return home in the end.
9. Terminator 1, 2, 3– I particularly enjoyed how the plot revolves around the survival of one individual. The action scenes and technology are also very impressive.
8. Underworld – This movie is about the battle between the Lycans and werewolves versus the Vampires. The Lycans are werewolves that have the ability to take human form, and the leader of the vampires would like to cultivate them for use as guards during daylight. I particularly enjoy the struggle of the enslaved Lycans to challenge the rule of the Vampires, alongside their brethren werewolves.
7. Planet of the Apes (original version) – I like how this movie capitalizes on the suspicion that scientists have about our evolution from apes, reversing the scenario making apes the superior species. In addition, I enjoy the strong opposition of the apes to the ideas of flight and other concepts.
6. Alien vs. Predator – I enjoy how this movie takes two very successful characters and pits them against each other. I enjoy the interference of the humans into this traditional ritual within the pyramid. In addition, the bond which forms between the alien and the lone survivor at the end of movie is intriguing.
5. Avatar – I recently saw this movie and found that my enjoyment spurred primarily from the setting as well as the visual imagery. The plot was slightly elementary but the visuals more than made up for this dilemma. After seeing this movie, I found myself wishing such a virtual technology was actually possible.
4. Jurassic Park – These movies have long time been a favorite of mine, ever since I was obsessed with dinosaurs as a little kid. Specifically, I find the role of science in this movie intriguing, as well as the different motives of the characters in venturing to the islands. In addition, I enjoy the theme of human’s curiosity leading to problems it cannot handle, very interesting.
3. Pans Labyrinth – This movie is about a young girl’s quest to find confirmation of her belief in magic, which is consequentially fulfilled by the fact that a dead Princess’s spirit is reincarnated within her. She continues her normal life while completing tasks to prove she is the reincarnated Princess. I enjoy how this movie draws upon the innocence of children and how it contrasts reality with fantasy.
2. District 9 – I saw this movie this past summer. It is about the efforts of the government to gain information about an alien culture that has landed on Earth. A reporter during a visit to the quarantined alien compound becomes infected with alien DNA, slowly turning him into an Alien. I particularly enjoy the change in attitude of the reporter, to help the aliens return home, as his retransformation is dependent on it.
1. The Matrix – This has always been one of my favorite series of movies, because of the complex plot and settings. I enjoy how the three movies are utilized to truly tell the entire story surrounding this world and Neo’s journey. In addition, the ending is satisfying as Neo sacrifices his life for Zion and the rest of his people.