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more about #planet51 robmillernow: What about "Earth 2"? Evidently, that show's tagline WAS "This time, WE are the aliens." [www.mooncross.net] more » Bill-Lee: One of the problems is that a lot of contemporary film and television writers seem compelled to make up for the racist notion of the "barbaric savage"... more » Anekanta - Go Play!: The problem is that this type of story is the classic cautionary tale--warning us that we're really not nearly as enlightened or socially evolved as w... more » Alasdair Wilkins: Just as an addendum to my post, because I suppose I didn't make this point clearly enough... I wouldn't argue for a story that's all about peaceful c... more » capnrob: I'm pretty sure it's because peaceful coexistence is *pretty damn dull* in a story. The only - seriously, the *only* - peaceful coexistence story I ca... more » Lassus: Because we're not evolved enough yet to actually contemplate an existence without idiotic, debilitating conflict. And, sadly, I doubt any of us will ... more » Anekanta - Go Play!: Was I the only one who, on first seeing that initial image at the top of the story, thought the guy on the beach was the Burger King mascot? more » Vulcan Has No Moon: The Twilight Zone episode called "The Invaders". [www.imdb.com] Or "Will the Real Martian Please Stand Up?" [www.veoh.com] Or "Third from the Sun"... more » Dirk Anger: Really? then what about Alien? they're so friendly they even mate with us as soon as they get a chance more » honeybee111: Why have they never made a film of "The Sparrow"? more » cadrina: And tell me one example in real life where a group of people relocating to an area that is already populated that didn't end up with at very least a g... more » goldfarb: the other comments make the basic points...peace in boring etc... cj cherryh's Foreigner series is probably a good example of the pilgrim idea... more » Allen_Richards: --why aren't there any movies or TV shows where humans come in peace and try to coexist? Because art imitates life.... Besides, who REALLY wants to ... more » MargaretMoony: Sad, I thought this could be cute/thoughtful. I'm probably going to see it anyway sometime, my Dad has a man-crush on The Rock. more » Bill-Lee: Don't worry, they'll fix it in post. more » KhaiJB: oh well I'll pick it outta the bargain bin at some point for study materials... (the 3D techniques) more » Roklimber: That's disappointing, to say the least. I was so hoping that this movie would be fun to watch. The acid-peeing alien dog straight out of Alien and the... more » Pessimippöpötåmus: So why do they look like they're from the 50's? Is there a backstory to that? more » gorehound: The news of Khan maybe in the 2nd new Trek makes me want to vomit.Whatever happened to Trek having no remakes/alternate remakes and to the Trek that m... more » Ricky Cruz: I’ve posted something similar before and I’m going to post it again. What JJ and the rest must always have in mind is that they did a remake of a... more » -
#rant
Where Are All The Space Pilgrims?
As the U.S. celebrates Thanksgiving and we all prepare to watch Avatar, yet another movie where we invade the aliens, it's worth asking: why aren't there any movies or TV shows where humans come in peace and try to coexist? More » -
#moviereview
There's No Intelligent Life on Planet 51
Planet 51 has an intriguing premise, promising advance clips, and acid-piddling dog straight out of Alien. But none of that can save a rambling movie that's never quite sure where it's going.
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#morningspoilers
Star Trek 2's Khan Could Be Way Different Than You Expect. Plus New Avatar And Daybreakers Posters!
Even if Khan turns up in the next Trek, he may be different than you're expecting. Also, there are arresting Avatar/Daybreakers posters.V's new showrunner explains how the show will change. Plus: Lost, Doctor Who, Dollhouse, Fringe, Supernatural and Smallville spoilers. More » -
#morningspoilers
Is Spider-Man 4 Going The Way Of Superman Returns?
A new casting call has people worried Spider-Man 4 will be another Superman Returns. You'll never guess whom Lost's Sawyer is lunching with. Plus clips from Fringe, Heroes, Stargate and Smallville. And there are Superman, Planet 51 and FlashForward spoilers! More » -
#planet51
Meet The Animated Robot Who Could Out-Cute Wall-E
Everyone's favorite animated misfit robot has some serious competition, thanks to Planet 51's new CG robo-puppy, Rover. We've got 10 clips from this animated first-contact tale, and we're shocked at how adorable Rover and the Ridley Scott alien puppy are. More » -
#morningspoilers
Will Hancock 2 Lose The Best Part Of The Original? Plus New Deadpool Movie Hints!
Hancock 2 may be missing a key castmember. Plus Deadpool's producers make big promises! There are spoilery Dollhouse clips, and telltale pics from Lost, 2012, The Box and Planet 51. Also: FlashForward, Warehouse 13, Smallville, Chuck and True Blood spoilers! More » -
#fallmoviepreview
The io9 Guide To 2009's Fall Movies
The days are already getting shorter and colder, which sounds like the ideal time to start considering spending evenings at your local multiplex, taking advantage of comfy chairs and large screens. But what movies should you see? Here's our guide. More » -
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#planet51
Planet 51 Is Where Green People Are Fat And BBQ Just Like Us
When Dwayne Johnson lands in the middle of alien suburbia on Planet 51, he's gotta make haste before the planet's government kidnaps him. Yet another "we're the aliens" switcheroo flick, but in reality the aliens are just Green-Americans. More » -
#morningspoilers
Iron Man 2, Spider-Man 4 And Transformers Posters, Plus Deadpool Villains And Harry Potter Videos
Ryan Reynolds talks Deadpool villains, Darlton talks Lost season six, and Shia talks Transformers. Plus Spider-Man, Iron Man, Land Of The Lost, Harry Potter, Planet 51, New Moon, Fringe, Smallville, Stargate Universe, Flash Forward, True Blood and Vampire Diaries. Spoilers! More » -
#morningspoilers
Avatar Armor, Megan Fox Video, Harry Potter Pic... And Actual Cause For Heroes Optimism?
Today's spoilers include new Avatar armor pics, an Iron Man 2 tidbit, and action-packed new videos from G.I. Joe and Transformers 2. Tim Kring reveals Heroes storylines. Plus Harry Potter, New Moon, Paul and Planet 51. Spoilers: your entertainment innoculation. More » -
#morningspoilers
The Inside Scoop On Spider-Man 4, Gamer, Planet 51, Lost, Thor And Terminator: Salvation
Today's spoiler diet: Terminator Salvation reviews! Transformers 2 images! Land Of The Lost TV spots! Human Target suckage! Plus major revelations from Spider-Man 4, Lost, Gamer, Thor and Planet 51. Spoilers are nutritious! More » -
#planet51trailer
More Proof That Astronauts Ruin Everything
CG picture Planet 51 flips the first-contact story around, with a human astronaut visiting a xenophobic alien society (burger grilling and all!). But their Alien rip-off dogs are real acid-pissers, as this trailer shows. More » -
#planet51
A Planet of Cute, Human-Hating Aliens
New Line Cinema announced today that it will be distributing Planet 51, Europe's biggest CGI film ever, in 2009. The $60 million dollar film features astronaut Captain Chuck Baker landing on a planet filled with 1950s-era aliens who live in complete fear of aliens, namely Chuck himself. Gallery of cute aliens after the jump. More »
