The Angel of Verdun calling Europa to battle

The alien invasion movie is one that goes back before man ever stepped foot in outer space. The unknown is something that has troubled mankind since the beginning of time, with alien movies allowing a social commentary on the fears and questions hiding inside the subconscious of the society.

H.G Wells War of the Worlds touched on the awesome power of developing technologies in warfare and the helplessness of even the most advanced people when pitted against God’s creation.

Independence Day, although goofy and over the top, spoke to the feelings of American exceptionalism and pride over having defeated the Soviet Union and strong economy of the late 1990’s. While the world submitted to outside forces, the cult of Americana told...