Aussie blockbuster sizes up Hollywood

Went to see Aussie blockbuster, Tomorrow, When the War Began Friday night, and was floored by just how awesome it was!  For those who don't know, it has just appeared in cinemas and is based on the novel by Australian author James Marsden.  Perhaps the most impressive aspect of the movie were the action pieces - more than a match for Hollywood.  Of particular surprise, was the firing of bullets and the explosions - sounding more like they were using live ammunition on actual targets, rather than your usual special effects.

Also, the soundtrack was brilliant, with excellent songs and intrumental tracks well placed in the scenes in which they appeared.  I wouldn't be surprised if the film's director, Stuart Beattie, gets a call from Hollywood - because he sure did an incredible job with this film.  One thing's for sure - this film, along with the film Australia, just goes to show that Australia can make blockbuster films just as good as Hollywood can.  Let's hope that this film will convince many in the local industry to produce more big motion pictures.