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So, it is safe to say that this summer’s run of films hasn’t been as explosive and epic as say 2008’s. This has probably been one of the more disappointing summers to come in a long time. With TRANFORMERS: ROTF being a less than satisfying sequel, but still able to rake in over $300 million, STAR TREK being very enjoyable, but considered by many to be a slap in the face, and the coming of GI:JOE already being called the worst movie of the summer. It can be easy for someone to just write off the rest of the summer. As you may have observed over the years, the month of August is not the best month of the summer for Hollywood. Generally this month is reserved for comedies, which actually do relatively well, and maybe some action films that probably wouldn’t have held up against the more anticipated films released earlier in the summer.

What is there to look forward to coming this August then? I’m glad you asked. If you don’t want to see the NOT so anticipated GI:JOE film, accelerator suits and all, there is one film I can’t wait to see in August. It is directed by Neill Blomkamp. Yeah, I know, who the “F” is this guy? Well, he is some what of a protege to Peter Jackson(LOTR trilogy, KING KONG). Mr. Blomkamp, made an AMAZING short film years ago as somewhat of a calling card or demo reel to Hollywood in the hope that one day his short film would be made into a feature. The short film is called ALIVE IN JOBURG. Before you move on, you HAVE to see it if you haven’t already. SEE THIS NOW!

Yes, I know, very cool right? With this film, Blomkamp finally got his shot with the help of Peter Jackson. On August 14th, you will get to see the feature length version entitled DISTRICT 9. The marketing behind this film has been great as well. There are multiple websites out there that are associated with the marketing of DISTRICT 9. Some are websites that “act” like a legit website for what is known as the MNU in the film. There is even a REAL phone number you can call to leave your “eye witness account” of a “non-human” siting.

The latest trailer features much more action and I think is what Blomkamp would have loved to show in his short film. Sadly, however, I have a feeling this beautiful looking film won’t be a huge box office success, but there is a following and I recommend going to see it in a few weeks.

If you haven’t witnessed the trailer, now is your chance. DISTRICT 9 TRAILER