Cloverfield Sequel - 10 Cloverfield Lane

[ImpulsE69]

space monsters? Talking about what may have dropped out of the sky at the end of the first movie? It was never confirmed that the intent was for that to be an actual monster, but it certainly, in terms of portrayal, was meant to inspire that vision in the audience. But it was also suggested it was a satellite, as that was discussed I guess in the film but also on a viral marketing website that covered the company that owned the satellite. A satellite or part of a satellite did fall in the story, but what we saw is another matter. What was intended for you to think you saw is certainly a monster, but they have the story to have that not be the case if they wish to go that route.

There will be monsters, or at least a monster, or else it wouldn't be Cloverfield at all, and to name it that would be a grave mistake in my eyes.

It's going to be a difference approach, sure, but I think the main attraction will be the safety of the outside world. We just see the tease so far of them fearing the outside world, but I suspect more of the movie will center around the actual outside experiences and not just the fear of it.

But I think it will be more of a drama than the survival POV of the first film, that much seems for certain. Which is why I think Abrams is calling it more of a blood relative to the movie as opposed to an outright sequel. A sequel to Cloverfield conjures up the notion of that direct survival/escape with a monster at the heart of a big city. I think it will be a different view, a different take on the concept, but I cannot imagine it not starring the monsters in the Cloverfield universe.

You put it better than I did, but the reason I call it out is because I think the monster in this case will the be a person (hence the 'monsters take many forms'), not a classic monster. (you can call it whatever, I said space monster, I think we all know what I meant so there's no reason to argue that point). That isn't to say we won't see elements of the other movie, they take place on the same street.

Orr..he could just being misleading and it's much more a sequel than he's letting on. It's all speculation at this point.

I would like to see more on the cute little biter fellas, and if the 'baby' theory is correct.

 

[Phoenix86]

You put it better than I did, but the reason I call it out is because I think the monster in this case will the be a person (hence the 'monsters take many forms'), not a classic monster. (you can call it whatever, I said space monster, I think we all know what I meant so there's no reason to argue that point). That isn't to say we won't see elements of the other movie, they take place on the same street.

Orr..he could just being misleading and it's much more a sequel than he's letting on. It's all speculation at this point.

I would like to see more on the cute little biter fellas, and if the 'baby' theory is correct.

I don't think Goodman's character caused that quake, implying a monster, but maybe not. Also, the one escaping seem to actually see something frightening when they looked out the window.

Otherwise what's the point in mentioning it's in the same "universe"?

Who knows though, could be a ton of different plots based on what we saw.

 

[TheVrolok]

Will watch.

 

[Aharami]

see, now that is how a preview is supposed to be done. Not give away any of the story (ahem, Batman v Superman)

 

[waggy]

no shaky cam? wooot! I can't watch movies when they do that.

 

[rh71]

Needs more Abercrombie & Fitch models like the first one though.

 

[destrekor]

see, now that is how a preview is supposed to be done. Not give away any of the story (ahem, Batman v Superman)

So much this.

Granted, it was also a teaser trailer, but a full theatrical trailer. The trailer folks may still have plans to completely ruin the film for us, those damn monsters.

But I think at this point, I like to watch trailers, but I might gladly not watch any more. The movie releases real soon, so no need to continuously wet my appetite and keep myself hyped.

 

[Triumph]

see, now that is how a preview is supposed to be done. Not give away any of the story (ahem, Batman v Superman)

The BvS trailer was the most horrendous trailer I have ever seen. Not because of the content, but because it was edited with such rapid fire cutting and jumping that I nearly had a seizure.

 

[futurefields]

Lol the new godzilla bit so much from Cloverfield with the creature designs

It was an awful movie with zero redeeming qualities, even walter white was ham as fuck in it

 

[Aharami]

agreed. I was very disappointed with the latest Godzilla

 

[GagHalfrunt]

Lol the new godzilla bit so much from Cloverfield with the creature designs

It was an awful movie with zero redeeming qualities, even walter white was ham as fuck in it

Godzilla is supposed to be camp, they're not doing Ibsen. The problem is that it wasn't camp enough even with Cranston hamming it up. They took it too seriously and lost the camp factor, but they never went far enough in the other direction to be a serious monster movie. Godzilla began as a guy in a rubber suit stomping on miniature models of Tokyo, Godzilla should stay campy. Cloverfield was meant to be scary and succeeded on that level. If Cloverfield got too similar to Godzilla it would have failed, and when Godzilla got too close to Cloverfield it failed. Despite both being about giant rampaging lizards they're really separate genres.

 

[destrekor]

Godzilla is supposed to be camp, they're not doing Ibsen. The problem is that it wasn't camp enough even with Cranston hamming it up. They took it too seriously and lost the camp factor, but they never went far enough in the other direction to be a serious monster movie. Godzilla began as a guy in a rubber suit stomping on miniature models of Tokyo, Godzilla should stay campy. Cloverfield was meant to be scary and succeeded on that level. If Cloverfield got too similar to Godzilla it would have failed, and when Godzilla got too close to Cloverfield it failed. Despite both being about giant rampaging lizards they're really separate genres.

They don't need to be separate genres, IMHO. Godzilla began as camp, but there is plenty capability to make it more of a truly scary monster film. I, in fact, really really want that. With the multiple monsters of the Godzilla universe, when brought under control to make for a more fearsome and not-quite-campy monster, I think they could really succeed and make a terrific story. That is actually what I was hoping for with the new Godzilla, but again, I haven't seen it yet.

 

[blackangst1]

I preferred Cloverfield at home...only because it is one of the lowest extension bass movies out there, and theater sound systems (including IMAX) don't do it justice.

Other than that, was great in the theater, and looking forward to the new one :thumbsup:

 

[clamum]

I was really excited for Cloverfield when I first heard about it and saw the trailers for it (the first one). I like it pretty well but it's definitely not a super amazing movie.

This one has me interested though. I'm sure I'll see it in the theaters.

 

[ctbaars]

I thought it was in space and that's why the door should not be opened.

 

[kage69]

Christ, Ishtar was better than Godzilla.


I really liked the original Cloverfield, shaky camera and all and would have been happy to see Cloverfield 2. But this looks like a "let's capitalize on name recognition" thing, I don't think it's going to have anything in common with the original other than the name.

Hahaha, ouch. Ah Gag, I do enjoy it when you walk up to something and just punch it in the balls. :biggrin:


Cloverfield was a pleasant surprise for me, so I know I'll see this. "Day one" prediction for movie plot: everythings fine outside and Goodman is revealed to be less a good neighbor and more a survivalist recreating Misery.

 

[Childs]

Hahaha, ouch. Ah Gag, I do enjoy it when you walk up to something and just punch it in the balls. :biggrin:


Cloverfield was a pleasant surprise for me, so I know I'll see this. "Day one" prediction for movie plot: everythings fine outside and Goodman is revealed to be less a good neighbor and more a survivalist recreating Misery.

Goodman just seems like he doesn't want the door opened because of whats outside. Kinda curious how the young couple could get in the shelter and not know whats going on outside.

 

[ImpulsE69]

n/m big spoiler if true. If you really want to know, google, it is out there.

 

[Hugo Drax]

This movie is not a sequel. It is an unrelated movie. This a movie about a Father and Son team kidnapping women and keeping them in this bunker. As you can see in one scene, the barrel of acid used to dissolve the old victims when they become troublesome..

The title "10 Cloverfield Lane" Is just that, the address of the bunker.

 

[SphinxnihpS]

What could possibly be better than Godzilla!?!?! Come on...

 

[Phoenix86]

This movie is not a sequel. It is an unrelated movie. This a movie about a Father and Son team kidnapping women and keeping them in this bunker. As you can see in one scene, the barrel of acid used to dissolve the old victims when they become troublesome..

The title "10 Cloverfield Lane" Is just that, the address of the bunker.

Ok maybe.

What's shaking the bunker? What's so terrifying when she looks out the bunker? What injured the son's arm and the woman's leg (granted possibly related to her capture)? Why does the father think she will get them killed if she opens the door? Why does he say "something is coming"? Why is "cloverfield" shown, then "10 Cloverfield lane"? Why Cloverfield and not Springfield? Why is it the same "universe" if it's just a character study or sorts with a father/son and their victim?

Almost all of these questions are answered by a Cloverfield-esque monster. Sure it could be a ruse, but if I were a betting man...

 

[ImpulsE69]

Well what he is talking about is what I was talking about. They just said it wasn't a sequel. Doesn't mean the monsters might not be roaming around out there and not really play any great role.

Think of the movies Monsters and Monsters: Dark Continent. 2 totally different movies based in the same universe. Or you could say "spin off" if you prefer.

 

[Ancalagon44]

Rumours are flying that this is Cloverfield in name only, and is basically just a psychological thriller where you are not sure who is lying and who is not lying.

I think I'll wait for some reviews to come out before deciding whether to see it on the big screen.

 

[Genx87]

I suspect what she sees outside is total devastation. The bunker being rocked is from a nuclear weapon being dropped.

 

[gothamhunter]

A couple Wikipedia entries about it clear some things up:

Plot related:

Spoiler

After a car accident, a young woman wakes up in an underground cellar, where most of the action takes place. She fears she has been abducted by a survivalist, who tells her he saved her life and that a chemical attack has left the outside world uninhabitable. Uncertain what to believe, she decides she must escape, whatever dangers she may face outside

With regards to how it connects to Cloverfield:

"The film started as a script titled The Cellar, but during production under Bad Robot Productions, it evolved to become what producer J. J. Abrams described as "a blood relative" of the 2008 film Cloverfield."