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- Review count4
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- First reviewMay 31, 2008
- Last reviewJune 13, 2012
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- Average rating3.5
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Epic fail
PostedJune 13, 2012
Number6
from Easton, CT
Age:45 to 54
Gender:Male
Goes to the movies:monthly
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The visuals are stunning but the film itself is a waste of talent, resources, and time. Why? The script is a serious dud. A sci fi film is supposed to provide a message of hope for the future. Even if the humans involved are flawed, at least one has to persevere and overcome the odds, and survive to embrace a brighter future. Suppose humans were seeded on planets throughout the galaxy and their forefathers (who would be viewed as superior alien beings by the emerging human cultures) came back from time to time to check on the colonies progress. So far so good. The natives might include some reference to these visitors in their primative art, perhaps on a cave wall or stone tablet. Then one day when the the colonists are able to explore space, they seek out the forefathers. Will they find hope (not answers) and inspiration? Or... the story line of this film is an insult to humankind, to sci fi, and to fans of Alien and Aliens (and even Predator v. Alien). If only there had been a great story and script to match the amazing visuals of this film. If only.
No, I do not recommend this movie.
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Amazing, but....
PostedJanuary 3, 2010
Number6
from Easton, CT
Avatar is stunningly beautiful and deserves to win many awards.
However, stripped of the amazing visuals, the plot is simplistic, predictable, and pessimistic.
Isolationism is presented as the ideal, there is no value in progress, trade, or sharing between cultures. Humans have ruined Earth and are to be turned away by other cultures who might help us. Even when one of our own can bridge the cultural divide, he then offers not the open hand of hope but the closed fist of rejection. He quickly rejects his roots and condemns his world to doom. Nice.
If you have a more hopeful vision for the future of humankind, go see the movie and have fun. Ignore the plot and reject the vision. We are better than this.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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The Thin Veneer of Civilization
PostedJuly 20, 2008
Number6
from Easton, CT
TDK tests the line between justice and revenge, between self interest and compassion, between determination and capitulation. Or as the Joker might prefer, the thin line that separates civilization from chaos. The Joker tests Batman, police chief Gordon, and prosecutor Harvey Dent. All pay a heavy price to play the game, win or lose. TDK tests the audience as well. We will each deal with the challenge in our own way. Meanwhile, we chase TDK into an uncertain future. Go to the big dark room and let TDK take you for a wild ride.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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Steel Yourself
PostedMay 31, 2008
Number6
from Easton, CT
Iron Man deserves its commercial success and critical acclaim. It is well cast, well acted, well written, and fast paced. Enough action and tech to win over men, but not too much to turn off women. Add an outstanding high energy sound track, the well-timed use of flashbacks, impressive cinematography, and an appealing pro-American hero. The result is a real winner that will appeal to guys and gals of all ages. A wonderful summer film for the big dark room. You'll love it. Tony Stark is Iron Man!
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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