Thanks, Jeff. I love how you make subtle or hidden references to a song by John Mellencamp and another song by Waylon Jennings in the article. Also, I appreciate how you pointed out that the antagonist doesn’t always have to be human. That’s always a fun exercise to work with when trying to write a story when lacking ideas.
There was one other thing I liked about this movie, which is maybe a tiny spoiler: ultimately, Kate performs the final life-saving action sequence alone while the men stay behind and help the townspeople. Nobody runs after her or tells her she’s being reckless or tries to save her. I can’t think of many films (or books) that allow a female heroine a moment like this.
(I agree with all your other commentary! Fun popcorn movie with very little substance. Also, it was weirdly sterile – Kate and Tyler don’t even kiss once on screen? Weird)
Thanks, Jeff. I love how you make subtle or hidden references to a song by John Mellencamp and another song by Waylon Jennings in the article. Also, I appreciate how you pointed out that the antagonist doesn’t always have to be human. That’s always a fun exercise to work with when trying to write a story when lacking ideas.
The fact that Waylon sang the Dukes of Hazzard theme still blows my mind.
There was one other thing I liked about this movie, which is maybe a tiny spoiler: ultimately, Kate performs the final life-saving action sequence alone while the men stay behind and help the townspeople. Nobody runs after her or tells her she’s being reckless or tries to save her. I can’t think of many films (or books) that allow a female heroine a moment like this.
Good point!
(I agree with all your other commentary! Fun popcorn movie with very little substance. Also, it was weirdly sterile – Kate and Tyler don’t even kiss once on screen? Weird)