Welcome to the Future: Spoilers Ahead for The Tomorrow War
Critic: So, let’s dive into this time-bending spectacle. Picture this: it’s 2022, and suddenly a bunch of soldiers from the future crash into a soccer match to announce that humanity is losing a war against aliens in 2051. Talk about a dramatic halftime show!
Reader: Wait, aliens? Like, the cute ones or the terrifying ones?
Critic: Oh, darling, these are the terrifying, “I’d rather face my in-laws than these things” kind of aliens. They’re called the White Spikes – think of them as a mix between a velociraptor and a bad hair day. They’re lethal, and apparently, they have a serious grudge against humanity!
Reader: So, who do we send to fight them?
Critic: Enter Dan Forester, played by Chris Pratt, who’s not just a charming dad but also a former soldier. He’s plucked from his mundane life, complete with a daughter who’s just learning to spell “daddy” and thrust into a future where he’s expected to fight alien monsters. Talk about a career change!
Reader: Does he have any help?
Critic: Absolutely! He teams up with his estranged father, played by J.K. Simmons, who’s been hitting the gym hard in preparation for this family reunion. Together, they bond over their mutual hatred for the aliens and a shared love of explosive weaponry. A real heartwarming father-son moment!
Reader: So, what happens next? Do they win?
Critic: Ah, if only it were that simple! They do some epic battling, complete with explosions and “I can’t believe we survived that” moments. But here’s the kicker: it turns out the aliens have a queen, and if you want to defeat the horde, you better take her out. It’s like a twisted game of alien chess!
Reader: How do they find the queen?
Critic: Well, Dan has a brilliant idea – they need to go back in time to find the alien’s origins. This leads to a thrilling, albeit slightly convoluted, chase through both time and space. Think of it as a sci-fi family road trip where the destination is saving humanity and the car is a time machine!
Reader: Do they succeed?
Critic: Spoiler alert! They do, but not without some serious sacrifices. Dan’s journey is all about being a father and fighting for a future his daughter can inherit. There are some tear-jerking moments, especially when he realizes that saving the world might just be the ultimate dad move!
Reader: What’s the takeaway from all this chaos?
Critic: Besides the fact that time travel is never as simple as it sounds? It’s a reminder that family, no matter how dysfunctional, is worth fighting for. And also, never trust a futuristic soldier who shows up mid-soccer match!
Reader: Sounds like a wild ride!
Critic: It truly is! A hilarious blend of action, time travel, and family drama that leaves you wondering if you should start preparing for an alien invasion or just stick to binge-watching more films about it. Either way, grab your popcorn – I mean, snacks – and enjoy the ride!