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10 Thoughts About the First Trailer for Tom Cruise's Oblivion (and One Thought on After Earth)

By Mark Lisanti at

The first trailer for Oblivion, Tom Cruise's upcoming foray into sci-fi with Tron director Joseph Kosinksi, was released last night. Here are some initial thoughts upon repeated viewing:

1. Tom Cruise is never less convincing than when involved with sports. "The last Super Bowl was played right here … classic game. They call them 'games.' Right? Not matches? Anyway, nameless quarterback throws a prayer pass. Touchdowns!" See also: His awkward free throw at 1:23, his total inability to toss a baseball to his son in War of the Worlds. (And he's still rocking the same Yankees hat. Of course he pretends to like the Yankees. Sigh.)

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