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Armageddon is simultaneously enjoyable and obnoxious. First, the plot is basic and nonsensical. It's a fun premise but requires excessive suspensions of disbelief. Also, the characters and dialogue are lowbrow. Entire scenes exist solely for immature jokes. Most of the broad strokes work (especially the bittersweet ending), but the details are clumsy and contrived. For example, it's nice that Armageddon has an emotional core, but that conflicted romance is shallow. Furthermore, once the space adventure begins, the movie gets into a repetitive loop of exhausting crises. Ultimately, the writing got the big picture right, but was erratically executed.
Conversely, the technicals save Armageddon. The imagery gets unpleasant in space, but is primarily cinematic. Its sweeping camerawork and stylized lighting energize the drama. The sound and editing are overdone, but they tackle complex montages and action sequences. The production design is disappointing on the asteroid, yet still elaborate. The significant effects include real explosions. The soundtrack has some good jukebox tunes and an iconic anthem. Plus, the cast is impressive, especially in hindsight. Overall, Armageddon has cheap emotions but sturdy craft, making it surprisingly fair entertainment. It isn't deep and it gets chaotic, but Armageddon is fun.
Writing: 4/10
Direction: 7/10
Cinematography: 8/10
Acting: 6/10
Editing: 6/10
Sound: 7/10
Score/Soundtrack: 8/10
Production Design: 7/10
Casting: 9/10
Effects: 8/10
Overall Score: 7.0/10
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