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Not at all like the Book
PostedFebruary 14, 2010
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I wanted it to be like the movie so that sequels could be made. But it does not look like that is going to happen. I went with a bunch of people and it was good, BTW--- there is cursing in the movie... not in the book but definitely in the movie.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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4 / 5
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Changed too much.
PostedFebruary 14, 2010
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Percy Jackson and the Olympians: the Lightning thief was a good movie, film wise. The effects were great, and the action was incredible. But the plot scarcely showed that of the books', and that to me was disappointing.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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2 / 5
2 / 5
Percy Jackson Lightning Thief
PostedFebruary 13, 2010
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from Destin, Fl
Not what I expected. I found it to lack excitment and well done special effects. My daughter loved it. Just not a movie I would pay to see or even rent. I was dissapointed.
No, I do not recommend this movie.
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5 / 5
5 / 5
Lightning Theif
PostedFebruary 13, 2010
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LOVED IT!! At first i was a little disappointed when they changed the plot up but after the movie i was thinking to myself "they did pretty good for rewriting the book" and logan lerman was of course the hottest thing ever, overall. . .amazing :)
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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4 / 5
4 / 5
good family movie
PostedFebruary 13, 2010
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from Pensacola, FL
If you go into the movie expecting a faithful recreation of the book, you will be disappointed. That being said, I forgave the screenwriter and enjoyed myself at this movie. It is a movie that families of all ages will enjoy.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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4 / 5
4 / 5
...absolutely, entertainingly awesome!
PostedFebruary 13, 2010
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from Jacksonville, FL
Percy Jackson & the Olympians: The Lightning Thief was absolutely, entertainingly awesome! Great job mixing the mythical greek world & characters with modern times! Had good action, special fx, and comedy in it! Good family movie! I thoroughly enjoyed it! It was better than I thought it would be and it brought more laughs than I expected.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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5 / 5
5 / 5
A good Movie...
PostedFebruary 13, 2010
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from NJ
Like another reviewer said, if you are a fan of the book and have read it , then I think the movie never lives up to it... So you have to view it for what it was.. I have not read the book and I thought the movie was excellent. I took my kids to see it, 10 and 5 and they enjoyed it as well. It was a good story and had me roped into the movie in just a few mins. I actually want to read the book now. If you like greek mythology , like my 10 yr old is learning in school now, you will find this amusing.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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1 / 5
really bad
PostedFebruary 13, 2010
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from illinois,il
percy jackson was one of the worst movies i have seen this year. it was so depressing when i saw it because it was nothing like the book and so many characters were left out and they wont make a sequal ever or i hope not!!!!!!!
No, I do not recommend this movie.
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5 / 5
5 / 5
Great Movie!
PostedFebruary 13, 2010
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from Kansas City
I've been waiting to see this movie since last June, as I'm a huge fan of the books. When the movie first started, I was a bit disheartened...for devout followers of the book, it veers a lot from it, so be warned. However, the action was quick, sharp, and it was well-cast, with wonderful special effects for the first installment in a franchise. I fell in love with Brandon T. Jackson [Grover] and Logan Lerman [Percy], despite the fact that this Percy is a bit different than the actual hero in the book. However, LOVED this movie! I would highly recommend this clever and creative story from ten-year-olds to parents. My friends and I can't stop quoting it!
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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4 / 5
4 / 5
good but not the book
PostedFebruary 13, 2010
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from Virginia
This was a really good movie as it is. If you have just read the book you may be disappointed as it does not follow it completely. Even though I read it 3 years ago I vaguely rememebred the plot and it was fairly close. However 2 things disappointed me.
The movie was directed by the same person who directed teh 1st 2 Harry Potter Movies and as they were very close to the book I expected this to be too. Secondly, the bit Iwas looking forward to the most was the Gateway arch scene which was replaced with another scenario.
However, apart from that the movie was really enjoyable
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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5 / 5
5 / 5
Really Enjoyable
PostedFebruary 13, 2010
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from PA
I took my kids to this movie not knowing that much about it. My son, 9, has read all the books and told me "We HAVE to go see it." I was so sucked in to the story in the first 10 minutes. I loved it! My daughter loved it too (she didn't know the story either). Cool special effects, pretty good acting, really clever...I want to read the books myself now. Have to see what happens next. Go see it!
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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4 / 5
4 / 5
Great Adventure Movie
PostedFebruary 13, 2010
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"The graphics were good and the adventurous scheming plot was followed similarly to the book. It is a good comedic release for anyone wanting to go see a new movie."
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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5 / 5
5 / 5
Loved it!
PostedFebruary 13, 2010
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from Mesa, AZ
Great movie! Lots of action and humor. Fantastic cast. Highly recommend. If you are a fan of the book, don't be surprized if they two are not exactly the same.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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5 / 5
5 / 5
Fun, Action Packed Movie
PostedFebruary 13, 2010
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from Dallas
I took my three children ranging in ages from 6 to 14, and we all loved this movie! It was a great balance of funny, scary, and exciting. The actors who play the Greek Gods are fabulous!
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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5 / 5
5 / 5
good movie
PostedFebruary 13, 2010
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from Virginia
i thought this is good, if u think it will follow the book, WRONG, what u gotta understand is that books are books and movies are movies. it was very humor like and i loved every minute :)
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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4 / 5
4 / 5
PostedFebruary 12, 2010
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Entertaining, charming, and adventurous. My son read the book and though there were significant alterations (of course) he said he enjoyed the movie as much as the book. Good family film.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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1 / 5
1 / 5
Percy jackson
PostedFebruary 12, 2010
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If you want to dissapoint anyone who read these books, take them to see this movie. It has almost nothing to do with the books. I can't tell you how bad they messed this up. It doesn't follow the books at all. Leave your kids with their memories from the book and keep them this movie at all cost.
No, I do not recommend this movie.
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4 / 5
4 / 5
Lightning FUN
PostedFebruary 12, 2010
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from Louisville, KY
Okay folks those of you who want to see the novel exactly as it is on the screen; well you’re not going to see that. In reality I have yet to see a movie follow a book exactly. Even with that said, what about this movie? It was great fun and it was very entertaining. This is an excellent movie for the entire family and if parents use it right it will get the kids interested in reading the books.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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5 / 5
5 / 5
Excellent In A Way Different From The Books!
PostedFebruary 12, 2010
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from Northern East Coast
I went to the midnight premiere of this movie, and as a fan of the books, I was expecting this movie to be right along the lines of it. It wasn't. It changed many parts in the book, but I came out of the theater happy and joyful. The graphics were great, the casting (despite them being older and not exacting like the book) was great, and it kept me awake even though it was midnight.
The thing is - the book is great, and the movie is great. But they aren't the same greatness. They are both amazing in their own ways. So fans of the book I would go see it! and for people who haven't read it - Go see it!
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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4 / 5
4 / 5
Could have taken it farther, but worth seeing.
PostedFebruary 12, 2010
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from KC, KS
My son LOVED the movie and thought it was great. I hope there is a second go-around of the series, with more emphasis on respecting the book's specifics.
The movie could have taken out a lot of the suggestive material, and added more intense graphics. They spent more time on camp fight scenes, than adding other story specifics from the book.
Still...not a waste of a ticket and worth the money of entertainment in a theater.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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5 / 5
5 / 5
Best Movie Ever
PostedFebruary 12, 2010
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from Seattle, WA
I saw this movie at midnight so I was kind of tired but when the movie started I immediately woke up. It was very interesting and exciting with suspense. Although it was only slightly like the book, it was a very good movie. Plus, if it were exactly like the book, you would know what was coming and it wouldn't be that exciting. Although the ending seems like there won't be a sequel, I think there may be with another adventure in store.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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4 / 5
4 / 5
Who stole "The Lightning Thief?"
PostedFebruary 12, 2010
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from Las Vegas, NV
It hardly resembles the book at all. For someone who has not read the books this movie will be a great one to see and it will be enjoyed. It is very entertaining. For the person that has read the book, it is a disappointment. This could have been a new franchise like Harry Potter but this movie, while good, was not carried to it's full potential. The largest percentage of people that will rent this on video are the people that missed it in the theater. It's not worth seeing twice. Someday, I hope that someone is able to take this book and redo it. This could have been huge! Instead, it's just good.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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5 / 5
5 / 5
Best Movie Ever
PostedFebruary 12, 2010
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from Leawood, KS
Although the movie is NOTHING like the book, I thought it was amazing. Based on the ending, don't look for a sequel. Definately a must see for all greek mythogoly and action movie lovers!
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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1 / 5
1 / 5
Percy Jackson & the Olympians
PostedFebruary 12, 2010
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from New Orleans, LA
This movie was not good at all. A couple of funny jokes with alot of bad acting. The storyline was the worse, the last big fight scene was nothing to talk about, then the movie dragged on for like 10 minutes after that. This movie could have been great but this is what we got.
No, I do not recommend this movie.
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4 / 5
4 / 5
Good Movie
PostedFebruary 12, 2010
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from Northern Virginia
This movie is no Avatar but my kids ages 16, 12, and 9 years old loved it. As parents we also liked it. There was a hero for everyone, for my son and my daughter.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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5 / 5
5 / 5
Percy Jackson & The Olympians Lightning Thief
PostedFebruary 12, 2010
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from Milford
This was a spectacular movie. For once I was not feeling that I wasted my money!!!!
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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1 / 5
PostedFebruary 12, 2010
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LOOSELY followed the book. I would suggest seeing the movie then reading the book. If you have already read the book, DON'T see the movie.
No, I do not recommend this movie.
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4 / 5
:) fun & enjoyable :)
PostedFebruary 12, 2010
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from san jose, ca
:) first, i have never read any of the books - so my expectations were primarily based on the previews that i'd seen. the line wasn't as full as i'd anticipated for a midnight show (three different midnight shows were playing at that theater - four if you count avatar) and it was a school night... poor release schedule maybe. however, i did enjoy the movie and :) some of the actors portraying some of the characters :) maybe it didn't need to be so violent in some parts? but if they have a sequel, i would see that. :)
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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5 / 5
Fantastic! Totally a great time!
PostedFebruary 12, 2010
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from Chicago, IL
I went to the midnight showing with my nephews, his friends, my sister and my wife. The kids were so enthralled with the movie, that I was able to eat all most of their gummy bears! Percy was great, the action and effects were very cool and fast paced. The scenery and acting was awesome. I am going to see again on Sunday!
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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WHY????
PostedFebruary 12, 2010
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They butchered my book! I can't believe that they had to go out of their way to create a competely different plot that had nothing to do with the most incredible book. They omited characters who are extremely vital to the book, left out key things that will affect the seriers immensly. Chris Columbus had such great material to work with and he had to go and change it for what? A bad movie in the making. I will not tell any of my friends to go see it and if they make another one of these movies I probably won't see it. The only thing that this movie had in common with the book is the title, and some of the characters. I just can't believe that they did this.
No, I do not recommend this movie.
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