Dave and I saw Super 8 tonight. I purposely set my expectations low and sure enough the movie exceeded them. It was an enjoyable ride!

Though a good portion of the attraction for me was the acting. The kids were really good. And I think I'll watch anything with Kyle Chandler in it. I wish someone would make a good period piece or cold war drama with him and Chris Cooper in it. :)

If you haven't heard the J. J. Abrams interview on Fresh Air, you should give it a listen. It's both interesting and entertaining: http://www.npr.org/2011/06/13/137108820/j-j-abrams-the-super-career-of-a-movie-crazed-kid