Armageddon is a 1998 film from the United States. This is a very famous picture with a gorgeous star cast (about roles and actors in "Armageddon" - hereinafter), high ratings and an exciting storyline. All this made the project perhaps the most famous catastrophe film in the history of cinema. This fantastic blockbuster about the heroic trinity was nominated for an Oscar in four categories, but never received a single figurine.
the main thing
The director was the great Michael Bay, about whom every self-respecting movie fan is simply obliged to know. His directorial and producer feats are in the filming of such high-profile films as "Bad Guys", "Pearl Harbor", "Rock". In addition, he is the "father" of the Transformers movie series. Michael, working on the set, could not keep his creative impulses in the director's chair and starred in a small episode.
The most prominent figure among screenwriters is J.J. Abrams. He is also known for his merit in the field of American cinema. For example, he worked on the third installment of Mission Impossible and filmed Star Trek 2009. It is not surprising that the creation of the company of extremely experienced and talented people was a stunning success and crazy box office.
Plot
The picture tells of terrifying events that humanity is about to face. A monstrous asteroid is suddenly approaching planet Earth, threatening to destroy everything in its path. However, in order to prevent a catastrophe, earthlings have a couple more days. Deferral comes in handy, the best minds of mankind come together to develop an action plan.
As a result, the task is set: to collect the best astronauts and direct them to the asteroid so that they drilled a hole in it and put an explosive device inside. In the 1998 film "Armageddon," the valiant team embarks on a dangerous space journey to prevent a premature end of the world.
Actors
In terms of caste, there is also something to see here. For example, Bruce Willis in “Armageddon” or that same Hard Nut and the happy owner of the Golden Globe plays one of the main characters. For this role in "Armageddon" the actor received a fee with a sky-high number of zeros. The inimitable Bruce can also be seen in the cult films Pulp Fiction, The Lucky Number of Slevin, The Fifth Element, The Sixth Sense.
Another outstanding actor of Armageddon is Ben Affleck, winner of two prestigious Academy Awards. He also starred in the well-known films "Clever Will Hunting", "Pearl Harbor", "Dogma".
Well, and where to cast "Armageddon" without female actors. Liv Tyler, the actress and daughter of Steve Tyler from the legendary music group Aerosmith, the soundtrack of which can be heard at the most touching moment, lit up here - I Don't Want to Miss a Thing became at one time a cult composition. By the way, Liv was approved only after the fourth attempt to pass the casting. In addition to them, Billy Bob Thornton, Will Patton, Steve Buscemi and many others appeared in the picture.
Positive reviews
On the Internet portals dedicated to film criticism, there are many reviews of Armageddon. Roles, actors, staging, blunders of the script - reviewers who are hungry for impressions discuss everything, savoring every shot. Positive reviews mostly include very professional acting and directorial work, a brilliant script, and the presence of important moments that keep in suspense throughout the viewing.
If one of the “pluses” noticed the film lovers present, then he did not pay special attention to them, compensating for all this with bewitching shots and excellent sound. A lot of words have been said about impressive special effects, a montage that you can’t find fault with, and decent camera work.
Negative and neutral reviews
The negative in reviews and comments is based in most cases on these very kinolapy, which should not be called in order to prevent spoilers. In addition, viewers are indignant at dialogues that are too stereotyped, in their opinion, and incredibly lofty speeches that smell of cheap pathos. There are opinions about the fact that the authors went too far with the number of special effects, despite the fact that you can’t spoil the porridge with butter).
There are indignations about the exploitation of extremely touching, but terribly fake scenes. Representatives of the neutral side in the colors praise one, but not very pleasant expressions scold the other. As a result, having not decided yet, they put on “Armageddon”, the actors and roles, the favorite brand of “average”.