The World's End

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"Good food. Fine ales. Total Annihilation."
  • R
  • 2013
  • 6.9  (298,994)
  • 81

The World's End is a 2013 British science fiction comedy film directed by Edgar Wright and starring Simon Pegg, Nick Frost, and Martin Freeman. The movie is the third installment in the "Cornetto trilogy" which includes Shaun of the Dead and Hot Fuzz. The World's End follows a group of friends as they attempt to complete the ultimate pub crawl in their hometown, only to find themselves unwittingly caught up in an alien invasion.

The movie begins with protagonist Gary King, played by Simon Pegg, reminiscing about his teenage years when he and his friends attempted to conquer the "Golden Mile", a pub crawl consisting of 12 pubs in their hometown of Newton Haven. Gary is now in his forties, living a directionless and unfulfilled life, still obsessed with the idea of completing the Golden Mile, now considered a distant memory. He convinces his estranged friends to return to Newton Haven to take on the pub crawl once again. However, as they start their journey, they begin to realize that the town and its inhabitants are not what they seem.

As the group continues to drink their way through the town, their suspicions are confirmed when they witness strange events, such as the townsfolk behaving like robots, and people's heads being replaced by blue lights. The group realizes that the town has been taken over by robots from another planet who are determined to assimilate humanity into their ranks. The friends must now work together to save their own lives and prevent the aliens from taking over the world.

Throughout the movie, the characters experience a range of emotions, including nostalgia, regret, redemption and sacrifice. Each friend has their own personal struggle to overcome, as the events of the night force them to confront their inner demons. Despite their personal issues, the group comes together and shows a deep bond of friendship, something that is tested to the extreme but ultimately saves them from the aliens.

The film's themes are centered around the dangers of nostalgia and the importance of moving on from past experiences to embrace change. Gary's obsession with his teenage past prevents him from moving forward and accepting the present. The movie suggests that by clinging onto nostalgia, one can become blind to the dangers of the present and future. The movie also explores themes of individuality versus conformity, and the danger of surrendering one's will and freedom to an external force.

The World's End is a highly entertaining movie, blending science fiction, comedy, and drama in a way that only Wright, Pegg, and Frost can deliver. The movie has a distinct visual style, with impressive special effects that showcase the alien invasion and the destruction they cause. The film's soundtrack features a range of classic rock music, perfectly complementing the action and pacing of the story. Additionally, the performances from the main cast are all strong, with some surprising twists and turns along the way.

In conclusion, The World's End is a highly enjoyable movie that blends sci-fi and comedy flawlessly. The film's themes are thought-provoking and offer a unique take on the classic alien invasion scenario. The characters are well-developed and the performances from the cast are all fantastic. Ultimately, the film is a fitting end to the Cornetto trilogy, and a must-see for anyone who enjoys a fun and adventurous movie.

The World's End is a 2013 comedy. It has received mostly positive reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 6.9 and a MetaScore of 81.

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  • Release Date
    2013
  • MPAA Rating
    R
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    6.9  (298,994)
  • Metascore
    81