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Through Ray's dynamic with his children, especially his son Robby, we see a turbulent relationship marked by rivalry. Interestingly, the first scenes firmly establish Ray's struggle as a father, which resonates throughout the film. A humorous moment occurs when a baseball seems to vanish from Ray's fingers, showcasing the film's occasional oversight of continuity.
As the chaos of the alien invasion begins, Ray's decision-making is filled with agonizing choices, reflecting real human emotion. For example, at one point, he finds himself stopping amidst the mayhem to peel an outdated sticker off his car window—a reminder of the absurdity that vacations and crises cohabitate during catastrophic events.