Ice Cube Fans Show Support as Star Reveals Details of Failed War of the Worlds Project

Ice Cube recently shared some behind-the-scenes details about the making of the film “War of the Worlds,” where he plays the lead role. The sci-fi movie was filmed in just 15 days in 2020 during the Covid pandemic, with the director and all co-stars absent from the set. Ice Cube mentioned that the film was initially produced by Universal but later acquired by Amazon, leading to a delay in its release.

Interestingly, a significant portion of the footage used in the movie came from real surveillance cameras, which required extensive editing and post-production work. Despite the film’s questionable quality, it surprisingly became a hit on the streaming service Prime Video after its release.

Ice Cube’s portrayal of Homeland Security expert Will Radford in the film received mixed reactions from fans and critics alike. While some fans expressed sympathy for the actor given the challenging circumstances of the production, others criticized the quality of the movie and questioned why it took five years for it to be released. The film, which also stars Eva Longoria, Clark Gregg, and other actors, received harsh reviews, with critics comparing it to a long commercial for Amazon products.

“War of the Worlds” has been rated as one of the worst movies of all time on Rotten Tomatoes, with a rare zero percent score. Despite the critical reception, the film offered a unique take on the classic sci-fi tale, with Ice Cube’s character witnessing an alien invasion through his computer screen while trying to assist survivors. Whether you love it or hate it, “War of the Worlds” certainly sparked conversations in the entertainment world.