But the film IS set during the Cold War. The themes, plot devices, and references make that pretty clear. Cameron is directly addressing the issues of the time.
Originally Posted by Man-Fai Wong
Actually, I thought the extended ending was just hokey and abrupt as if it needed *much* fuller/better resolution, especially considering the seriousness of the subject matter and how heavyhanded it is. Feels almost like a tacked-on Scooby Doo ending, IMHO, despite the paranormal happenings in certain parts of the movie. /img/vbsmilies/htf/tongue.gif
I liked the director's cut up until that very ending, which I thought completely ruined it. Not saying I liked the theatrical version, but the director's cut extended ending was just bunk, IMHO.
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