Podcast 278: War of the Worlds

This week we face an alien invasion as we review Steven Spielberg’s 2005 blockbuster, War of the Worlds. We’re digging into Tom Cruise’s frantic dash through the apocalypse, Dakota Fanning’s standout performance, and her impressive ability to scream louder than an attacking tripod. We’ll break down Spielberg’s tension-filled visual storytelling, John Williams’ score, the film’s practical effects, questionable character decisions, production trivia, and an ending that may be more controversial than the aliens themselves. Do Spielberg and Cruise deliver an unforgettable invasion, or does this war collapse faster than humanity’s electrical grid? Grab your emergency supplies, stay away from strange lightning strikes, and join us for a spoiler-filled review of War of the Worlds—complete with strong opinions, unnecessary arguments, and our final ratings.