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- Review count4
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- First reviewJune 16, 2008
- Last reviewMay 15, 2009
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- Average rating3.5
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Solid Movie all-around
PostedMay 15, 2009
BlueCollarMovieCritic
from Dallas,TX
First off if you are a Star Trek fan of the type who can't handle change or has a problem with 'tampering' with the Star Trel history or tradition then DO NOT GO SEE THIS MOVIE; as yu will only be unsatisfied or even angered because like the film says in most adds, this is not your fathers Star Trek!
Its clear Abrahams poured everything into this film and it shows from it's cleever way of how to re-do the Spock & kirk history (without pretending like all other Trek movies never occurred) to the non-stop action sequences down to the neatly woven comedy bits in the film such as the interaction between Kirk & Bones when Kirk is trying to get on board the Enterprise.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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Don't listen to Peanut42's Review
PostedMay 15, 2009
BlueCollarMovieCritic
from Dallas,TX
If I come across anyone else who rates this movie so poorly and the Davinic Code one so highly like Peanut42 has I will be highly suprised. After reviewing hundreads of review on various sites I believe Peanut42 is in a group all by there self; a group that believes the Davinic Code (which most people were highly dissapointed by) is far superior to Angels & Demons, a movie that so far I have yet to hear from anyone who saw it that they didn't like it.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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The (E)X-Files I Want(ed) To Believe
PostedJuly 25, 2008
BlueCollarMovieCritic
from Dallas,TX
I really, truly wanted to believe this movie would not only bring back to the big screen the classic X-Files (the something that made it what it was and kept fans tuning in week after week for years) but alas it brings only frustration, disappointment and most likely the biggest box office bomb of Summer 2008 and maybe even all of 2008. A sizeable number of die-hard fans (as is clear from several early reviews on IMDB) may keep it from actually attaining the worst performing movie of the year. That said, no number of die-hard movie goers will be able to change the cold hard truth about 'I Want To Believe' and that is that aside from about 15 minutes of watchable content and a few Mulder & Scully scenes that fans have been wanting and waiting on for over a decade, this film is an example of how not to make a movie. Not only is the pace bad but the film is missing every single thing that made the show a hit except for the main characters, Mulder & Scully. There are no UFO's, Aliens or anything of the unexplained except for a poor attempt at a psychic connection which is wasted on a priest who is also a convicted pedophile.
To add to the bad storyline is the low production value. The cinematography itself isn't bad, in fact it's beautiful, however one can watch but just so many minutes of beautiful shots of snow and ice before wondering if they are watching a movie or a documentary on snow and ice. The lack of any decent effects and very limited action and the fact that it's obvious everything was filmed on site somewhere eliminating the need for any sets or stage shots points a very low amount being spent on production. If this film did have a sizeable budget it certainly wasn't spent on the production. I can only imagine one or more persons must have commanded high salaries to appear. And after seeing the quality or more accurately, lack there of in the films story, I would imagine the actors would have to be bribed heavily to be willing to appear in this film.
Bottom line is The X-Files 'I Want To Believe' is more aptly described as The EX-X Files 'Youre Not Gonna Want To Believe, Ever..'. Chris Carter should be ashamed of this and should fight tooth and nail (because no studio will probably trust him again with an X-Files movie) for a chance at a third X-Files movie so as to have the chance to produce what the first film fell short off and this last one was a violent offense and make amends to fans for what 'I Want To Believe' does to the franchise. Never have I seen the creator of something as marketable as or as well loved as The X-Files, so badly treat his/her creation. Chris Carter should be embarrassed and ashamed of this film.
To add to the bad storyline is the low production value. The cinematography itself isn't bad, in fact it's beautiful, however one can watch but just so many minutes of beautiful shots of snow and ice before wondering if they are watching a movie or a documentary on snow and ice. The lack of any decent effects and very limited action and the fact that it's obvious everything was filmed on site somewhere eliminating the need for any sets or stage shots points a very low amount being spent on production. If this film did have a sizeable budget it certainly wasn't spent on the production. I can only imagine one or more persons must have commanded high salaries to appear. And after seeing the quality or more accurately, lack there of in the films story, I would imagine the actors would have to be bribed heavily to be willing to appear in this film.
Bottom line is The X-Files 'I Want To Believe' is more aptly described as The EX-X Files 'Youre Not Gonna Want To Believe, Ever..'. Chris Carter should be ashamed of this and should fight tooth and nail (because no studio will probably trust him again with an X-Files movie) for a chance at a third X-Files movie so as to have the chance to produce what the first film fell short off and this last one was a violent offense and make amends to fans for what 'I Want To Believe' does to the franchise. Never have I seen the creator of something as marketable as or as well loved as The X-Files, so badly treat his/her creation. Chris Carter should be embarrassed and ashamed of this film.
No, I do not recommend this movie.
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Marvel is 2 for 2 in the Summer of 2008
PostedJune 16, 2008
BlueCollarMovieCritic
from Dallas,TX
Personally I felt Norton was not the best choice for the movie as he is a bit f a drama queen trying to excert creative control and not just influence. He also is not very professional when he doesn't get his way. While I agree his re-writes of parts of the script probably did offer some improvements, Marvel managed to produce an incredible script for Iron Man without Edwartd Norton. In addition it is Marvel and not Norton who has financed and therefore owns the movie.
The movie is an improvement over the prior Hulk film from just a few summers bacj that featured Eric Banna as the Hulk. There were several parts to this version that make it the hit that the prior Hulk flm could not achieve but the most important was duration. Ang Lees Hulk film went too long but about half an hour. This new Hulk film comes in at under 2 hours and most importantly does not feel like even 2 hours have passed.
The movie featured several strong actors as well as numeours Easter Eggs (paying tribute to Bill Bixybx & Lou Ferrigno who made up the Hulk/Banner combo from the popular TV show a few decades back. As has become the norm, Marvel legend Stan Lee made a guest appearence. The movie even found time to poke a little fun at some classic Hulk such as the purple stretch pants.
All in all this was a well written, well acted and very well timed film with just the right mix of drama, action and even a touch of humour. I must say that I was disaapointed that the end did not feature the same Easter Egg found in the Marvel film with a certain well known actor.
Remeber that whatever you decide about going to the movies, never believe anything a critic says about a movie that's bad. Typically if it's not a 'Movie of the Year' film the critics will often give it a thumbs down especially if it's something the average guy likes to see at the movies.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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