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- Review count4
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- First reviewJune 15, 2012
- Last reviewJuly 5, 2013
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Kathybeachgirl's Reviews
Overall rating
3
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5
I was hoping it would be better
PostedJuly 5, 2013
Kathybeachgirl
from Western Massachusetts
Age:45 to 54
Gender:Female
Goes to the movies:once every few months
Dialogue
3
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5
Special Effects
4
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5
Art Direction
5
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5
Acting
4
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5
Story
2
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5
Camerawork
5
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5
I would give this movies 2-1/2 to 3 stars. Johnny Depp is a great actor but there was something about this movie wasn't that great, which unfortunately Johnny happen to be in. I don't know if the original Lone Ranger old-time show had alot of odd humor (especially from the American Indian) but somehow it didn't fit right in this movie. Johnny Depp (Tonto) had some really believable serious parts that were carried out very well but when the odd humor was thrown in too much it wasn't funny too many times. I don't understand how such a "goofy" humorous movie like this is meant for kids also when there was adult suggested scenes a few times. If they made this movie more like a serious Lone Ranger movie which some random well-carried out funny parts and more geared to adults, it would have been much better. But the ending wasn't that bad at least.
Pros johnny depp
Cons a mix of things
No, I do not recommend this movie.
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Overall rating
4
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5
Liked watching this Star Trek movie in 3D, which was great.
PostedMay 18, 2013
Kathybeachgirl
from Western Massachusetts
Age:45 to 54
Gender:Female
Goes to the movies:few times per year
Dialogue
4
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5
Special Effects
5
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5
Art Direction
5
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5
Acting
4
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5
Story
5
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5
Camerawork
5
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5
I liked the sequel, it was great (and in 3D). I was taken by surprise by the storyline as it was happening - which was great and didn't expect it! It was a nice surprise. Although I love the the Star Trek actors (except for that little alien dude that is a side-kick of Scotty - it seems too Star Wars and "campy", which I don't like), the villian played by Cumberbacth was amazing - I was so moved by his performance! It was so accurate to the legend. I have to agree (and with regret to the actors of the Star Trek other characters) that Cumberbacth was the best in this movie. Although, I really like John Cho for Sulu. But Chris Pine and Zachary Quinto also gave a great performance! And also the other "special" actor that appeared was a nice surprise.
I like some humor in Star Trek to remain true to its original series. But not all shows had alot of humor in them - it varied. I feel that with this movie, even though it was great to watch, was a bit too funny, too many times, and at the odd times where it shouldn't be funny. Even though I did laugh at most of those moments, a couple I didn't because it didn't flow right. I just hope the Star Trek series doesn't get like Star Wars. Again, everytime I watch that little dude next to Scotty, I wince and have felt that it doesn't belong in Star Trek. Star Trek has always had more of a serious side than funny side (unlike Star Wars) and like to keep it that way. (A hint to J.J. Abrams)
I left the movie trying to figure out if I like it better than the first. I have to say the first one was the better to me (5 stars).
Even though in this movie time line I feel that the technology shown in the movie is FAR superior than what it actually was (obviously) in the original series. I am not saying to make it old fashioned, but shouldn't it be near that idea even though the time line of the story has changed. Maybe I am missing something. Even so, the effects and story were really great.
Pros great story, great actors, cumberbacth quinto and cho
Cons maybe a bit too campy (like star wars), too too many funny parts
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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Overall rating
5
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5
WOW
PostedNovember 10, 2012
Kathybeachgirl
from Western Massachusetts
Age:35 to 44
Gender:Female
Dialogue
5
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5
Special Effects
5
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5
Art Direction
5
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5
Acting
5
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5
Story
5
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5
Camerawork
5
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5
Again, WOW. I sat that motionless for most of the movie. It is like watching 5 movies in one. People that love intellectually-inspired movies that requires "thinking" would like this as it is a very deep movie with a COMPLEX storyline. The other type of people that are not into deep movies or anything that requires the use of their brain, will not like this movie. Overall, Tom Hanks gave a great performance. I also liked Halle Berry in this, as well as the other actors too. I will definitely be purchasing this movie eventually because it really needs to be seen again!
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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Overall rating
5
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5
TOM IS HOT!! Movie BETTER than EXPECTED!!
PostedJune 15, 2012
Kathybeachgirl
from Western Massachusetts
Age:35 to 44
Gender:Female
Dialogue
5
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5
Art Direction
5
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5
Acting
5
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5
Story
5
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5
Camerawork
4
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5
This movie BLEW ME AWAY. I didn't know what to expect going in (didn't see any trailers or read any reviews about it before hand). I have to say the movie was done in an unexpected way and I was wicked surprised how well the movie was. The music was great (remembering the 80's) and rock n roll was the best! Again, I did not even know that Tom Cruise was going to be in the movie until I read his name in the credits in the beginning. Also, Alec Baldwin. They both were awesome. Even Catherine Zeta-Jones! BUT Tom Cruise was unexpectedly HOT HOT HOT in this movie and was GREAT in his part. I will be buying the soundtrack and the Blu-Ray when it is available. Maybe I am a bit biased because I grew up with the 80's rock n roll, but, even so I wouldn't have written this review for just any movie.
Pros well paced, great story, great actors, great music!
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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