Edge of Tomorrow (2015), directed by Doug Liman

The rather romantic name of this film is totally deceptive, it is better described as Groundhog Day on steroids. Tom Cruise is perfectly cast as smug military PR flack Cage, who suddenly finds himself on the front line of a losing war against alien invasion. Just how he wound up there is a puzzle never explained, but never mind plot logic – on with the action. And there is action aplenty as Cage is caught in a time loop that sees him become a battle-hardened warrior, developing the ability to defeat the enemy. Emily Blunt is the best thing about the film, adding action hero to her diverse range. The multicultural military unit includes a couple of Aussies, Kick Curry and Noah Taylor, who add a touch of humour to lighten the unrelenting violent action. Starship Troopers comes to mind at various points, but this film takes itself far more seriously and is much less fun.