White House Down (2013)

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1. 

   lachyas

   So much better than Olympus Has Fallen, if only because it doesn't take itself anywhere near as seriously. Has Emmerich finally developed a sense of self-awareness in regards to his ridiculous, patriotic brand of action movies? A scene with the President shooting a rocket launcher out of a moving car and a self-referential nod to Independence Day says that the answer is probably yes. While Olympus Has Fallen had unquestionably the better invasion scene, everything else about White House Down is far superior, and if that doesn't convince you then see it solely for Liam McPoyle trying to bring down America by literally hacking the White House. 10 years 6 months ago
2. 

   dpanter

   The last time I watched this movie it was called "Olympus Has Fallen".
   This one is the black president remix, and like its cousin is improbable and incredulous at the same time. The movies are so similar it's uncanny. Both are impossible to take seriously.
   
   Recommended for light entertainment. 10 years 5 months ago
3. 

   Torgo

   This is incredibly stupid, but I rarely had this type of blameful fun since the demise of 90's action. There actually is some thick suspense curve going on for the better part of the film, and something makes Emmerich's cheesy explosion-nonsense-flicks always more likeable than the likes of Michael Bay & others. The probably intentional "unintentionally hilarious" parts kinda work, too (too many to name them;

   the president firing a rocket launcher out of a running car would be one of those moments

   ).
   You know what you're in for, so better catch your friends and some beer .. 10 years 6 months ago

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