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I remember a time when movies only ended once. With the exception of Clue, when the credits started to roll, you knew exactly what had happened to the characters. Now, with the advent of DVD and the internet, I’m never quite sure when a movie is finished.

Several weeks ago an alternate ending to I Am Legend was leaked onto the internet. It offered an alternative to those frustrated with the fates of the major characters, and some people preferred it to the theaterical ending. However, in words of one Ain’t It Cool backtalker, “‘Vastly superior?’ Please.”

Now, it’s spread even further. Not one, but two alternative endings to J.J. Abrams’ viral sensation Cloverfield can now be viewed online. They were intended to be special features on the upcoming DVD release, but thanks to the internet, we can all enjoy them.

Once again, Ain’t It Cool talkback proves to be varied and insightful. Comment subject lines include:

“Didn’t really care for it.”
“I didn’t like this movie either”
“Cloverfield was incredible. These videos aren’t.”
“What’s the alternate version of Cloverfield that doesn’t suck?”

Five out of five moviegoing citizens agree: don’t bother with those “choose your own adventure” movies - unless you’re sure that your alternate ending is good. And, in that case, why didn’t you just put it in the movie in the first place?

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