Attack the Block

Given Joe Cornish's previous work, I think a lot of people might have been expecting a much broader comedy piece, or perhaps in a pastiche of the sci-fi-horror genre. Instead is a fine work of imaginative sci-fi with occasional moments of light relief. It has a solid premise, a story that plays that premise out, and is full of impressive performances. Particularly from the younger cast members. A very enjoyable piece of work.

And the nominees for "Best Use of the Word 'Dobbie' in a Full-length Feature Film" are: Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban, Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix, Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, and Attack the Block. And the winner goes to...Attack the Block.

like "Snakes on a plane" it's dumb, mostly unfunny, but on the contrary of SOAP, it takes itself way too seriously. it's just really hard to understand what all this fuss about. year's biggest hype.

They make a genuine effort to have realistic characters amongst a realistic backdrop even though the premise is a bit corny. If not corny at least Cornish.

Main characters are completely loathsome. That could have worked well - two opposing forces, both intent on violence and harm fighting it out. Instead the kids get an ill-thought-through redemption arc, becoming heroic saviours by default.