Set in 1938, this science-fiction/action film has the feel of old films from that era such as Orson Wells' War of the Worlds or the classic The Day the Earth Stood Still.
Famous scientists have mysteriously disappeared all around the world, and newspaper reporter Polly Perkins (Gwyneth Paltrow) has been sent to investigate. While following a lead, Polly hears air-raid sirens and discovers that New York City is under attack by 100-foot-tall robots and strange flying machines. She meets up with ace pilot Sky Captain (Jude Law), an old flame with whom she has a love/hate relationship. They travel around the world to discover who is responsible for the attack.
Along the way, they hook up with an extraordinary woman, Franky Cook (Angelina Jolie), who has a unique relationship with Sky Captain and is a bit of a threat to Polly. Together they attempt to save the world from disaster.
Virtues and Values
Joe is a true hero throughout the film. He races into action as soon as he is called. His motivation isn’t to be a hero but simply because it is his duty. He bravely combats the enemy against the odds. The real motive for him throughout the story is to protect his best pal Dex, his long time love Polly and save the world. The film speaks for humankind as Joe and friends battle against an antagonist who thinks humans are full of hatred. The flirtatious relationship between Joe and Polly adds some humor to the story. And even thought Polly is looking for a great story to advance her writing career, in the end she decided that Joe is most important to her.
