‘Super 8’ at Star Cineplex

DHAKA: A 2011 American science fiction-thriller film ‘Super 8’ hits Star Cineplex in Basundhara City Shopping Mall on Panthapath.

Written and directed by J J Abrams and produced by Steven Spielberg, the film stars Joel Courtney, Elle Fanning, and Kyle Chandler.

The film, which was released on June 9 in 2011 in Australia, was premiered at Cineplex Thursday night.

‘Super 8’ tells the story of a group of young teenagers who are filming their own ‘Super 8’ movie in a small town in 1979 when a train derails, releasing a dangerous presence into their town.

According to the Wikipedia, the film was well-received with critics praising the film for its nostalgia, visual effects, musical score, and for the performances of its young actors, particularly those of Elle Fanning and newcomer Joel Courtney.

It was also a commercial success, grossing over $250 million on a $50 million budget, Wiki added.

It received several awards and nominations; primarily in technical and special effects categories, as well as for Courtney and Fanning’s performances as the film’s two young leads.

It will be screened at the Cineplex at 11:15am, 2:00pm, 4:30pm and 6:45pm from Friday onwards.

BDST: 2057 HRS, JUN 7, 2012

Edited by Robab Rosan, Cultural Affairs Editor