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Starship Troopers | Year: 1997 Classification: Science Fiction Country: USA Language: English Directed: - Paul Verhoeven Actors/Actresses: - Clancy Brown - Michael Ironside - Denise Richards as Carmen Ibanez - Amy Smart - Casper Van Dien - Dina Meyer Bug attack! "Starship Troopers," directed by Paul Verhoeven, is based on the novel of the same title by Robert Heinlein. While the film differs to a significant degree from the book, I find Verhoeven's version to be a thoroughly exciting and enjoyable piece of science fiction adventure. "Troopers" takes place in a future in which humanity is waging an interplanetary war against an extraterrestrial collective of insectoid creatures. The film focuses on the personal journey of Johnny Rico (played by Casper Van Dien). We follow him from high school graduation to enlistment in the space infantry to combat against Earth's alien enemies. So "Troopers" is as much coming-of-age film as sci-fi adventure. "Troopers" works well as a straightforward sci-fi adventure, but the filmmakers have also woven a lot of satirical material into the film. The result is a film with an odd vibe: should we be more fearful of the "bug" aliens or of Earth's own government? Incorporated into the story are bits of futuristic newscasts and propaganda. Van Dien and the superb supporting cast play their roles with sincerity and enthusiasm, so regardless of the film's satiric thrust, the viewers wind up with heroes whom we can really cheer for. There is a great chemistry among the youthful ensemble of troopers, and tough guy Michael Ironside has a fine role as an older mentor figure. The special effects and action sequences are top notch; the filmmakers have shown an amazing attention to detail in realizing this future world. The insectoid aliens, who come in a variety of forms, are very impressive. The whole thing is presented with great visual flair, and is superbly complemented by Basil Poledouris' thrillingly bombastic musical score. And while the outrageous gore and violence of some sequences may be too much for some viewers, I found this material to be well integrated into the overall cinematic vision. "Starship Troopers" is a sci-fi epic that definitely packs a punch. Starship Troopers - Would you like to know more? Click here. Starship Troopers is nothing short of a Science Fiction classic! I have not read Heinlein's book yet, this review is based solely on the movie. In its campy format you will find humor and entertainment in what can only be described as a dismal futuristic setting! Dazzling performances by Casper Van Dien, Denise Richards and the alluringly gorgeous Dina Meyer! Starship Troopers is a big movie that I have watched and enjoyed over and over again. The director and producers did an outstanding job in making this film and its "bugs" exceptionally realistic. Keep in mind that due to its brutal realism, this film is not for the faint of heart or the extremely young viewers. The premise: MINOR SPOILER Picture a futuristic setting where the "problems" of democracy have been erased and one world government has been established, in effect, removing all of the borders and citizenship is earned through federal service. We're introduced to the main characters that are in their last days of high school and preparing to enter federal service to earn their citizenship. Among those main characters we have Johnny Rico, Carmen Ibanez and Dizzy Flores. In short, Johnny loves Carmen, Carmen loves herself and her future and Dizzy loves Johnny, whew! We're taken from there to Johnny and Dizzy being in boot camp for the Mobile Infantry and Carmen in flight training. Klendathu, the home world of the bugs has been making attempts to destroy Earth by flogging asteroids at it. Unfortunately, one makes it through the defenses and destroys the love triangles home town! Earth immediately mobilizes its forces for an attack on the Klendathu home planet, where they are subsequently massacred by a much larger force of "bugs" than they collectively expected. What follows from here can be described in no other terms than outstanding science fiction, action and drama rolled into one of the best Science Fiction flicks to ever grace the Silver Screen. If you're even a minor Sci-Fi fan this DVD is a must for your collection! On side B, we're treated to some wonderful test screenings between Casper Van Dien and Denise Richards, deleted scenes, theatrical trailers, a documentary and some very enthusiastic behind the scenes footage. {ssintrepid} listen up all n64 fans. in the far future,the armed forces battle giant bugs on thier planet.one of the drill instructers is played by the pervert in sleepers.this movie is far to violent for chilkdren.i cant belive the second part even came fromthis one.this one rules but the sceond one left a lot to be desired.i think military,action and sci fi fans will all enjiy this one.anyone who is squeamish will not like it,as it is very graphic and very violent.there are 2 basic chicks in this movie.a air force chick whose playing two guys and a sexy red head who pines after one of those guys.i think the first chick is nasty but the red head is awesome.she must be pretty co mfortable without a shirt because she takes it off a number of times.this movie kicks butt!some of its futuristic concepts are neat.the violent parts are very graphic.legs flying,guts spraying...........its great. 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