The World's End

The World's End is ambitious in its storytelling and scope with an emphasis on a darker and humane story with a sci-fi Invasion Of The Body Snatchers twist. It encompasses themes of friendship, maturation, alcoholism, and a coming-of-age story. However, it's muddled by the science fiction genre pastiche which undercuts these themes for a wacky science fiction adventure story. However, it's still held together by the incredible acting performances of Simon Pegg and Nick Frost who remain the heart of this trilogy. The supporting cast (Paddy Considine, Rosamund Pike, Martin Freeman) aren't given much but are quirky and memorable in their parts. It's well produced but it lacks cohesiveness.

The World's End is remarkably produced and looks the best of the Cornetto trilogy. The sound adds smash cuts, distortions, wackiness, and a humane touch. The effects offer stunts, prosthetics, fire, and smoke. Its imagery uses lighting, composition, framing, Dutch angles, and filters. The editing involves layers, montages, packing inserts, and smash cuts and is brisk. It's diverse in its music choices ranging from sci-fi weirdness(whimsical ) to character-focused drama(somber) to horror(haunting). The production design employs colors, crews, gags, aesthetics, and design. Overall The World's End is wonderful albeit misguided in its approach.

Writing: 7/10

Direction:10/10

Cinematography:8/10

Acting: 8/10

Editing:8/10

Sound:7/10

Score/Soundtrack:7/10

Prod design:9/10

Casting:10/10

Effects: 7/10

Overall Score : 8.1/10