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Written May 9, 2009
A better animated film.

by ~Robert~

This is one of the best animated films I have seen in a while. It is a refreshingly mature film that ignores the tired old formulas of mainstream animation. If you want the usual goofy characters and zany comedy, look elsewhere. If you want a well made and thought-provoking animated film that won't insult your intelligence, see this immediately.
- 21 out of 27 found this review helpful.
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Written May 21, 2009
Battle for Terra

by tlfuller2nd

A simple, but novel story that presents a peaceful alien race that is threatened to extinction by an invading army of human beings.

The engaging aspect of this movie brilliantly portrays war in one of its true forms: the tragic struggle between two powers for a critical element of their existence with neither being the clear "right" or "wrong" side.

Even though the "happy ending" of this movie is expected from the very first scene, it still comes as a long-desired surprise.

This movie was very well-done. It is not really much of a "kid's movie;" consequently, the golden elements presented in this film will probably be completely missed by children and the battle scenes at the end will not really be the exciting "Monsters Vs. Aliens" climax.
- 13 out of 18 found this review helpful.
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Written May 3, 2009
Not your typical Alien vs Humanity, Must see!

by Stenieone

I thought this was a fantastic show! It really made you think about what could happen if we were the aliens not the ones being invaded. Some of the younger kids in the audience were noticeably having a difficult time paying attention but it is a good family film. There are some great twists and good morals to the story, and even with the low budget that it had, it is originally and indie film, all the graphics looked great and the animation was fantastic! I will recommend this to everyone I know!
- 7 out of 7 found this review helpful.
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Written May 2, 2009
This Movie Is A Winner!!

by mickey13282002

I really enjoyed Battle for Terra.

The story is a fresh take on the classic Alien Invasion genre with an interesting twist. I found the narrative interesting and the characters well developed... quite a feat for an animated film.

Visually, the 3D CG-animation is a feast to the eyes and helps the audience immerse into the story.

Excellent & highly recommended.
- 7 out of 8 found this review helpful.
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Written May 4, 2009
Battle for Terra

by HeadoverHillCountry

This movie is not the normal animated film you see today. It did not have cute little cheap laugh skits in the movie that are there only for a laugh. This was a novel approach for a new generation. Instead of the normal chatter of my 10 and 15 year old girls after a movie, we actually had a conversation about at what cost we were willing to pay to save ourselves over others. So if you want to see a movie that draws you in and makes you think the way Wizards or Akira did, than I would recommend this movie. If you want the standard Disney or Pixar fare, then you might look somewhere else for your animation.
- 10 out of 15 found this review helpful.
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Written May 11, 2009
Interesting twist on the usual alien invasion

by The_Tuna

nice job for a independent animated feature. character models were a little blockish but the sets and environments were amazing. plot was straightforward. my son 3.5 liked it also. probably will be eclipsed by the big budget movies like UP this summer, but definitely worth your time.
- 11 out of 17 found this review helpful.
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Must Go!
Written May 3, 2009
Worth spending an hour and 25 minutes on

by jessefox33

It took an old story (alien invasion) and gave it a new and exciting twist. Very refreshing, me and my wife loved it. Really makes you think, on the one hand you want to root for the Humans because you see their plight, but on the other hand you have to cheer for the Terrians because it is their planet and very existance. Would recommend to anyone.
- 5 out of 5 found this review helpful.
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Written May 2, 2009
Amazing Movie Experience

by anita08042007

Just saw Battle for Terra Last night---it was an absolutely amazing experience!!

The story has both action for the younger crowd and solid characters and plots for adults.
I really loved how the lead in this movie is a female heroine who is a real role model
that is intelligent, witty, cool, and caring.

The story builds up the suspense and drama as the Terrans and humans face each other.
The movie also has important environmental and social co-existence themes woven naturally
into the story.

The 3D effect is excellentl and adds a whole new dimension to the movie-going experience.

Overall, it is absolutely wonderful!
- 6 out of 7 found this review helpful.
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Written May 3, 2009
Very good

by youradmiral

A very good movie -- lots of battle scenes that my 7-year-old loved, but also some interesting messages in the subtext that adults can appreciate. The animation is beautiful, and we didn't even see it in 3D.
- 4 out of 4 found this review helpful.
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Written May 3, 2009
Battle for Terra

by superadmn

I thought it was
well done. It's relevancy to things going on today was very apparent and was dealt with in such a manner that children and adults could easily get the message. The ending of the movie involved the sacrifice of the hero who realizes, despite what he's been taught all of his life, that 'different' doesn't have to mean frightening and the survival of the human race is not more important than the survival of another race. Taking what doesn't belong to you just because you need it doesn't mean you have a right to it Lastly - when war didn't work...the two races, terran and human, found that mutual cooperation, did. Great lessons to teach, done with superb animation and a wonderful storyline. I'll be seeing it again. - Steph Rutledge
- 4 out of 5 found this review helpful.
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Written May 5, 2009
This is a great movie

by Teddy

I first saw this at the Intl Children's Film Festival, but it was on a small screen which didn't do it justice. I highly recommend this film; kids as young as 7-8 will love it.
- 6 out of 9 found this review helpful.
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Written May 2, 2009
Battle for Terra

by whyRmovies2expensive

The husband and I enjoyed it more than the kids. Our 7 y/o son was into it but not the 4 y/o. Overall, a good family movie....go to the matinee show. Way better than Wall-E...
- 10 out of 17 found this review helpful.
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Written May 4, 2009
Great movie

by drmel

I am not a big sci fi viewer, but took my youn son who thoroughly enjoyed it and I thought this was a great movie.
- 4 out of 7 found this review helpful.
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I'll Pass
Written April 29, 2009
by jrubio23
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I'll Pass
Written April 3, 2009
by babgurl831
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