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Monster Summer Review
## Monster Summery Review Monster is a 2003 science fiction horror film directed by Patty Jenkins and starring Charlize Theron, Christina Ricci, and Bruce Dern. The film follows a group of scientists who are tasked with investigating a series of mysterious deaths in a small town. They soon discover that the deaths are being caused by a creature known as a “monster” that is capable of shapeshifting and absorbing the memories of its victims. The film was a critical and commercial success, grossing over $200 million worldwide. It was praised for its performances, direction, and suspenseful atmosphere. However, the film was also criticized for its violence and gore. ### Plot The film begins with a group of scientists being sent to investigate a series of mysterious deaths in a small town. The scientists soon discover that the deaths are being caused by a creature known as a “monster” that is capable of shapeshifting and absorbing the memories of its victims. The scientists soon realize that the monster is much more powerful than they initially thought. It is able to regenerate from any injury and is immune to bullets and other weapons. The scientists are forced to flee for their lives, but the monster continues to pursue them. In a desperate attempt to stop the monster, the scientists team up with a group of local residents who have been terrorized by the creature. Together, they devise a plan to trap the monster and destroy it. ### Cast * Charlize Theron as Dr. Susan Tyler * Christina Ricci as Samantha Coleman * Bruce Dern as Dr. Liam Neeson * Scott Wilson as Sheriff Hayes * John Carroll Lynch as Mr. Perkins ### Reception Monster was a critical and commercial success. The film grossed over $200 million worldwide and received positive reviews from critics. The film was praised for its performances, direction, and suspenseful atmosphere. However, the film was also criticized for its violence and gore. ### Awards Monster was nominated for two Academy Awards: Best Actress for Charlize Theron and Best Original Screenplay for Patty Jenkins. Theron won the Academy Award for Best Actress for her performance in the film. ### Legacy Monster is considered to be one of the best science fiction horror films of the 2000s. The film has been praised for its performances, direction, and suspenseful atmosphere. Theron's performance in the film is considered to be one of her best. Monster is a film that will continue to be enjoyed by fans of science fiction horror for years to come.