Originally Posted by WolfAtTheDoor (Post 755971) Twilight... yes, really.

The theory of time travel is as intriguing as it is ambitious, instantly conjuring up fantastical images of hovercars and spacesuits. The concept of our planet's unknown future and its incredible past meeting with the present is one that is sure to capture imaginations, so it is somewhat surprising that a film entitled 'Back To The Future' would refuse to stray from one particular era. It would have been incredibly easy to throw protagonist Marty McFly into various time periods of historical relevance and then let the adventure run its natural course, but by grounding itself in 1955 amidst Marty's parents' blossoming relationship, Back To The Future makes the concept even more interesting and not only did it keep me thoroughly entertained throughout its duration, but it also had me longing for a Delorean of my own.

The introduction of Marty McFly reeks of 80's cheese, but somehow manages to retain an element of cool even after watching him skateboard to school soundtracked by 'The Power Of Love'. He is reminescent of Ferris Bueller, a character that is tame by todays standards (skipping school? I mean, c'mon!) but still has that likeability factor that allows you to accept the fact that he might not be as Han Solo as he thinks he is. Christopher Lloyd is also superb as Doc Brown, exuding charm and wackiness but also retaining emotion - notably in his and Marty's knowing confrontation before he sets off in exploration of the future.

However, it is not without its faults. Even though any 'family film' requires imagination from its audience in order for it to work, sometimes Back To The Future pushes the boundaries too far and delves into farcical territory. This is most apparent at the High School dance scene, in which Marty plays a rendition of 'Johnny B.Goode' and the lead singer of the band he performs with just so happens to be the cousin of Chuck Berry. This sort of unnecessary knowing wink to the audience happens regularly, and adds nothing to the overall experience. Another gripe would be the character of Biff, who offers nothing as an antagonist other than disliking Marty's father, George McFly. His motives are non-existant and his main contribution to the proceedings is a scene involving him attempting to rape Marty's mother... with this knowledge it is somewhat disturbing that in the future George McFly would hire him to wax his car.

Fortunately none of this detracts from the movie too much, and Back To The Future still remains a heartwarming and lighthearted watch. It is unlikely that I will revisit it, but as a movie-going experience it was an enjoyable blast from the past that left me with that warm feeling of nostalgia. I give it;

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