For the past two weeks, the press has been talking about filmgoers who have had bad experiences watching the monster film, “Cloverfield.” While vertigo is the chief culprit (no, I’m not talking about the Alfred Hitchcock film), the method that the filmmakers employed to shoot this film also takes responsibility.
As you have surely heard by now, the film tells the story of a group of partygoers whose groove is upset when a huge monster begins roaming Manhattan. One of the friends captures the whole thing on tape, sometimes running and avoiding potential trouble.
The very sensation of watching this handheld camera in some scenes was akin to riding a roller-coaster. We heard stories of moviegoers getting sick during and after the film from coast-to-coast, no doubt increasing the film’s scary street cred.
As has been suggested if you want to see the film and have concerns that you may be susceptible to motion sickness, remember if you feel lightheaded, just close your eyes for a second to regain you equilibrium.
For those of you who just refuse to see this film on the big screen, another suggestion is to wait until the film hits your DVD shelf. It is a lot easier to watch the movie in the comfort of your own home where you are much more comfortable.Plus, take solace that there are plenty of films in theaters that could make you sick for real – anybody seen “Meet the Spartans?”
