Harrison Laine's Starship Troopers review

Kiara Strings

17 Oct 201102:03

Summary

TLDRThe video script humorously reviews a movie where humans and giant insects engage in a war, a concept that's both absurd and entertaining. Despite the movie's lack of seriousness, it offers a fun watch with its over-the-top action and the unique premise of a battle against bugs. The reviewer suggests that the movie might be too farcical to be taken seriously, yet it's enjoyable in its own right, comparing it to 'Spider-Man 2' in terms of entertainment value, but cautioning that the sequels might require a complete suspension of disbelief.

Takeaways

🤔 The movie is described as 'stupid' yet entertaining, leaving the viewer unsure whether to take it seriously or laugh at it.
🌐 The plot involves a war between humans and giant insects, a concept that is not entirely new in the realm of movies.
🔫 The training for the war uses real weapons instead of simulations, which the narrator sarcastically suggests could lead to disastrous consequences.
🐞 Giant insects are portrayed as a formidable enemy, capable of reading human minds and causing significant destruction.
🏃‍♂️ Despite the intense training, the humans initially struggle in the battle against the insects, often retreating back to base.
🚁 The lack of practical solutions like using helicopters with bug spray is highlighted as a missed opportunity in the movie.
🏆 Ultimately, humans manage to win the war against the insects, though the victory is portrayed as somewhat confusing.
🎬 The movie is said to be a blend of satire and seriousness, making it difficult to categorize as purely one or the other.
🤷‍♂️ The narrator suggests that the movie's appeal lies in its absurdity and that viewers should watch it without expecting too much depth.
🎥 Watching the sequels is compared to a more extreme experience, requiring the removal of senses like sight, hearing, and speech.

Q & A

What is the main theme of the movie described in the transcript?
-The main theme of the movie is a battle between people and giant insects.
What is the tone of the reviewer towards the movie?
-The reviewer finds the movie to be 'stupid as hell' but also admits it was fun to watch.
What type of training do the people undergo to fight the insects?
-The people are trained using actual weapons instead of simulations.
Why does the reviewer find the movie's premise implausible?
-The reviewer finds it implausible because they have seen many similar movies with different adversaries but the same concept of people fighting against an unusual foe.
What is the reviewer's opinion on the movie's use of weapons in training?
-The reviewer sarcastically questions the logic of using real weapons for training, implying it could lead to unnecessary harm or death.
How do the insects in the movie fight back against the humans?
-The insects are able to read human minds and use this ability along with their destructive capabilities to fight back.
What is the outcome of the war between humans and insects in the movie?
-After some fighting, the humans win for now, suggesting the conflict might not be entirely resolved.
What does the reviewer's friend suggest about the movie's genre?
-The friend suggests that the movie is a satire that goes so far into itself that it becomes serious, making it difficult to categorize as purely stupid or serious.
How does the reviewer compare this movie to 'Spider-Man 2'?
-The reviewer implies that 'Spider-Man 2' is a better movie, contrasting it with the sequels of the movie in question, which are described as requiring the viewer to 'take out your brain, your eyes, your ears, and your mouth'.
What advice does the reviewer give for watching this movie?
-The reviewer advises to 'turn off your brain' while watching the movie, suggesting it's best enjoyed without critical thinking.
What is the reviewer's final assessment of the movie?
-The reviewer concludes that the movie is not good but is entertaining in its absurdity.

Outlines

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😅 'People vs. Bugs': A Hilarious War Movie

This paragraph discusses a movie where humans and insects engage in a war. The reviewer is conflicted about whether to take the film seriously or to laugh at its absurdity. The film features extensive training for the human characters, who use real weapons in their preparation, leading to some unexpected consequences. The reviewer finds the concept of humans fighting giant bugs plausible, but is amused by the lack of practical solutions like helicopters spraying bug repellent. Despite the bugs causing significant damage and being able to read minds, the humans ultimately emerge victorious. The movie is described as being 'stupid as hell,' but also entertaining to watch. The reviewer's friend suggests that the film is a satire that becomes so over-the-top that it circles back to seriousness, making it difficult to categorize. The paragraph concludes with a recommendation to watch the movie with a light-hearted approach and a humorous comparison to the Spider-Man franchise.

Mindmap

Keywords

💡stupidity

The term 'stupidity' is used to describe a lack of intelligence or common sense. In the context of the video, it is used to express the absurdity of the movie's premise, where people fight against giant insects. The narrator uses this term to emphasize the movie's implausibility and to highlight the ridiculous nature of the plot.

💡war

War, in this script, refers to a conflict between humans and insects. The movie's theme revolves around this battle, which is depicted as a struggle for survival. The use of 'war' underscores the seriousness of the situation, despite the comedic tone of the video.

💡insects

Insects are a central element in the movie, portrayed as giant creatures that humans must fight against. The term is used to highlight the fantastical and unrealistic nature of the movie's setting, where ordinary bugs are transformed into formidable adversaries.

💡training

Training is mentioned as a preparation activity for the humans before they engage in battle with the insects. The script humorously notes that instead of simulations, they use actual weapons in their training, suggesting a lack of foresight and the potential for disaster.

💡weapons

Weapons are depicted as tools used by humans in their fight against the insects. The script satirizes the use of guns and bombs, implying that these conventional methods are inadequate or inappropriate for the unusual enemy they face.

💡bug spray

Bug spray is humorously suggested as a more appropriate tool for fighting insects in the movie. The narrator questions why the characters don't use helicopters spraying bug spray, highlighting the movie's absurdity and the disconnect between the characters' actions and a more logical approach.

💡mind reading

The insects' ability to read human minds is mentioned as one of their powers. This adds a layer of complexity and threat to the insects, making them more than just physical adversaries. The concept is used to emphasize the supernatural and formidable nature of the insects.

💡satire

Satire is a genre that uses humor, irony, or exaggeration to criticize or mock a subject. The script suggests that the movie might be a satire, but one that is so extreme that it becomes confusing. The term is used to discuss the movie's tone and its potential to be both funny and serious.

💡seriousness

Seriousness is contrasted with the movie's comedic elements. The narrator discusses the movie's attempt to balance humor with a serious narrative, suggesting that it fails to achieve a coherent tone. The term is used to critique the movie's inability to decide whether it is a serious action film or a parody.

💡Spider-Man 2

Spider-Man 2 is mentioned as a comparison to the movie being discussed. The script uses this reference to highlight the quality of the movie in question, implying that it is inferior to more successful sequels. The term is used to provide a benchmark for evaluating the movie's success.

💡turn off your brain

The phrase 'turn off your brain' is used to suggest that the movie is best enjoyed without critical thinking or analysis. It implies that the movie's enjoyment comes from suspending disbelief and not taking the plot or characters too seriously.

Highlights

The movie features a war between people and insects, a unique and absurd concept.

The film is difficult to categorize, eliciting both laughter and serious reactions from the viewer.

The movie's premise involves training people to fight giant bugs using real weapons in their preparation, adding an element of danger.

The absurdity of using guns and bombs against insects is highlighted as a humorous aspect of the film.

The lack of logic in the movie's approach to battling bugs, such as the absence of helicopters spraying bug repellent, is criticized.

Insects are portrayed as capable of reading human minds, adding a twist to the conflict.

The film is described as confusing, with a blend of seriousness and stupidity that makes it hard to take seriously.

Despite its flaws, the movie is entertaining to watch, offering a guilty pleasure for some viewers.

The movie is compared to Spider-Man 2, highlighting the disparity in quality between the two films.

The film's sequels are said to be even worse, requiring the viewer to 'take out' their brain, eyes, ears, and mouth.

The movie is considered a satire that goes too far, becoming both too stupid to be serious and too serious to be funny.

The film's training scenes are highlighted as a point of ridicule, with real weapons being used instead of simulations.

The destruction caused by the insects during the war is noted, emphasizing the film's chaotic nature.

The movie's conclusion, with humans winning for now, leaves room for potential sequels.

Viewers are advised to turn off their brains to enjoy the movie, suggesting it is not meant for critical analysis.

The transcript ends with a strong recommendation against watching the movie's sequels due to their poor quality.