I’ve always held a keen interest in the armies of the world, the wars that raged, and the weapons used. Therefore, I usually appreciate a movie (preferably an action film) if there’s an army element and lots and lots of bullets involved. Well, Battle Los Angeles (2011) doesn’t disappoint.

With explosive battles and intense drama, you find yourself rooting for a group of resilient Marines tasked with defending Los Angeles from an alien invasion force. And yes, it’s on Netflix (for now), and no, I won’t spoil the plot for you.

The film unravels in modern-day Los Angeles, which turns into a battlefield when alien invaders descend upon Earth. Major cities around the globe fall one by one, and Los Angeles suddenly looks close to being next on the list. The stakes couldn't be higher as a platoon of U.S. Marines steps up to defend the metropolis from overwhelming extraterrestrial forces.

Led by the Staff Sergeant Michael Nantz, played by Aaron Eckhart (who you might know from Olympus Has Fallen, London Has Fallen, and Midway), this plucky group of Marines embark on a mission that drastically changes with the circumstances. You might recognise famous celebrities such as Michelle Rodriguez (Letty from Fast and Furious), Ne-Yo (so sick of love songs, but not action films apparently), Michael Pena (Diller from 12 Strong, another must-watch war flick), and a young Joey King.

Personally, I’m not sure why this movie ranked as low as it did on Rotten Tomatoes. As someone who likes a military element and a decent plot, this didn’t disappoint.

~ Fremont

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