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BrunoVn00Sep 25, 2019

Far from the best of the year, but still a pretty good movie. I was expecting the tone and pacing to be comparable to other films like 2001: A Space Odyssey (although not as good because come on, 2001 is 2001), which is a movie some peopleFar from the best of the year, but still a pretty good movie. I was expecting the tone and pacing to be comparable to other films like 2001: A Space Odyssey (although not as good because come on, 2001 is 2001), which is a movie some people drew comparisons to. However, compared to 2001 or even other space movies like Interstellar, this is pretty straight-forward and fast-paced, despite being slow-paced for most of the movie. The movie is just 2 hours long and it felt like 2 and a half hours or 3 hours because at times the pacing was really bad. I can't call this movie boring because at least it had interesting visuals, I would call it slow and hard to watch in a single viewing honestly.

In the technical aspects this movie is phenomenal. The cinematography and visual effects are great, it reminded me a lot of First Man, another space movie that has some great VFX. The tone sometimes can get a little inconsistent. Just to give you an idea, most of the movie is slow but there are "action" parts that felt that they belong in another movie, it takes a little bit away from the experience, but not too much to the point of ruining it. The writing and story aren't anything special and can get predictable at some points.

The performances are other redeeming quality. Every actor gives a great performance, specially Brad Pitt. If the acting wasn't good or remarkable, then the movie would be pretty bad, but that is not the case and overall, this is a pretty enjoyable movie, but don't expecting to be blown away and leave the theater asking questions like with Interstellar or 2001, nor expect a fast-paced action movie like Gravity, nor to be emotionally moved like with First Man.… Expand

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DimassSep 25, 2019

**** waste of money. All the movie expecting an explanation, something giving sense to all happened before... but nothing there. I like slow movies but not empty ones.

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MrsAquinoSep 25, 2019

Although Brad Pitt is a handsome man and the cinematography is beautiful this film is emotionless and anti-climactic. Many movie goers were loud about how terrible this movie was as they were leaving the theater. Save your money and wait forAlthough Brad Pitt is a handsome man and the cinematography is beautiful this film is emotionless and anti-climactic. Many movie goers were loud about how terrible this movie was as they were leaving the theater. Save your money and wait for it to be on Netflix.… Expand

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vtvyperSep 25, 2019

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Don Director, "Wow, this movie really drags!". "It's okay boss" replies Earl Editor, "We'll just add a gratuitous moon combat scene." "Great call, Earl...but it's still boring as hell." "Oh, face chewing monkeys!" Exclaims a jubilant Earl, "I know, it doesn't really advance the plot line but it'll be a real 'pick me up' to keep the audience from nodding off!" "Good, good but we need to stagger to the ending with a monotonous drone so we can get huge props from our peers about how deep and existential we are." "DONE, man is this going to be huge, AD disASTRA is going to win big!"… Expand

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JUANES4422Sep 25, 2019

Ad Astra is an ode to character development, having so many aspects to exploit, decides to take the best of each of them to complement the true purpose of the movie, reconstruct the introspection of the protagonist.
Although the story isAd Astra is an ode to character development, having so many aspects to exploit, decides to take the best of each of them to complement the true purpose of the movie, reconstruct the introspection of the protagonist.
Although the story is about a space trip to Neptune, really beyond the trip, it is the events that lead a man to question his life purpose and why he makes the decisions he makes.
It is a movie that takes full advantage of the visual and sound aspects of being located in space, but those factors go to the background when the protagonist is on scene, since the primary interest is to know his thoughts.
The more the history moves away of the earth , the more fictional it becomes, which takes away realism from the story. However, the message remains clear, we have to stop looking outside and start looking inside… Expand

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SomniacSep 25, 2019

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Esta película es un insulto a la inteligencia. Está mal la mires por donde la mires. Para empezar el personaje de Brad Pitt es la cosa más plana que te puedas echar a la cara. Luego tenemos la trama, que es sosa y poco emocionante. Después nos encontramos también con unos personajes secundarios que no aportan NADA a la película; están simplemente para hacer bulto. Se salva únicamente por los efectos especiales, que sin ser nada del otro mundo sí que sorprenden en un par de escenas.

PD: Que alguien me explique cómo cojones hace el personaje de Brad Pitt para atravesar un anillo de asteroides con una plancha de metal y luego aprovechar una explosión nuclear para impulsar su nave y volver a la tierra. Todo eso sin un rasguño.… Expand

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TVJerrySep 25, 2019

Brad Pitt spends much of this movie alone, which is made more tedious by the constant inner monologue narrating his personal struggle. The premise has promise: He's sent into space to determine what happened to his father's daringBrad Pitt spends much of this movie alone, which is made more tedious by the constant inner monologue narrating his personal struggle. The premise has promise: He's sent into space to determine what happened to his father's daring exploration, which now seems to be causing unexplained power surges on Earth. There's plenty of outer space special effects, but nothing visually impressive. Worse is that the mystery is a misnomer. Nothing is solved or revealed (except his damn emotions). Even with the slow pacing, we keep hoping for some sci-fi excitement that never materializes.… Expand

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MetaTimmehSep 25, 2019

This movie is an incredibly slow paced, mediocre at best sci-fi Snore fest.The total quiet scenes were so drab, that the pop corn chewing from people two rows ahead and two rows behind offered some kind solace in a time of solitude as I satThis movie is an incredibly slow paced, mediocre at best sci-fi Snore fest.The total quiet scenes were so drab, that the pop corn chewing from people two rows ahead and two rows behind offered some kind solace in a time of solitude as I sat there wondering where this story was headed. the story seemed set to a infinite backdrop of intergalactic vacuum of hope and despair coupled with a father son breach of love. an incredibly long journey only to let his(Brad Pit) father die alone in space just minutes before detonating a nuclear devise catapulting his craft back home. the most exciting part of the movie is when he woke up with a beard. this was the sign that the movie was coming to an end. the absolute best comment I heard as an elderly gentleman stood up to leave the theatre was '' I feel like I was on a long journey to Jupiter'' Gigli staring Ben Afleck and Jennifer Lopez (Total Bomb) had a better story than this. I rate this movie 5 on 5 Kakamojis and bag of tears!… Expand

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manningn15Sep 25, 2019

This is one of my favorite space movies of all time, one of my favorite movies of 2019, and one of my favorite movies of all time. Brad Pitts performance was phenomenal, definitely one of his best performances of all time. Tommy Lee Jones,This is one of my favorite space movies of all time, one of my favorite movies of 2019, and one of my favorite movies of all time. Brad Pitts performance was phenomenal, definitely one of his best performances of all time. Tommy Lee Jones, Ruth Negga, Donald Sutherland, and Liv Tyler also gave great performances. The visual effects were exceptional and really real looking. The soundtrack was outstanding, one of my favorite soundtracks of all time. The sets were wonderful. The costumes were excellent. At times the movie could be a little slow but overall it was a amazingly beautiful, touching, and heartbreaking.… Expand

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Compi24Sep 24, 2019

In a kind of bizzaro "Interstellar" meets "Apocalypse Now" sort of way, co-writer and director James Gray's "Ad Astra" is the kind of movie that presents some of the prettiest, most aesthetic interplanetary imagery you can possibly imagine,In a kind of bizzaro "Interstellar" meets "Apocalypse Now" sort of way, co-writer and director James Gray's "Ad Astra" is the kind of movie that presents some of the prettiest, most aesthetic interplanetary imagery you can possibly imagine, whilst simultaneously posing some truly sobering ideas about humanity's purpose (or lack thereof) in the universe. The kind of movie to spend a healthy chunk of running time depicting characters thinking silently to themselves, interacting with parts of a futuristic environment, or having quiet conversations with other characters, whilst also having set pieces involving vehicle chases, explosions, and gun play littered throughout. It's a challenging, deep, cerebral watch, that's most definitely not for everyone, with many people understandably finding it pretentious or indecipherably guarded. I however, greatly admired its different and decidedly eccentric method overall.… Expand

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PimpinpakmanSep 24, 2019

I don't understand the low user score for this movie. Honestly its a really good movie with amazing cinematography and visuals. If you like sci-fi then this is a must watch regardless, even if it didn't have a story, the environment andI don't understand the low user score for this movie. Honestly its a really good movie with amazing cinematography and visuals. If you like sci-fi then this is a must watch regardless, even if it didn't have a story, the environment and aesthetics alone are worth it. If you are not a sci-fi fan then there a well paced father-son story here which is well acted by Pitt. I was afraid i would be disappointed due to the user reviews but honestly, not only did i enjoy it, i went back 2 days later to see it in IMAX as well because i thought it was more than worth it, and it was. It really is a good movie lol Give it a try, atleast thats my recommendation on it!… Expand

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tarekaliSep 24, 2019

As the critics say, this is a story about a son living in the long shadow of a heroic father, trying to reconcile fact over fiction. The adage 'Never meet your heroes' is certainly affirmed. However, in substance, this is a cautionary tale ofAs the critics say, this is a story about a son living in the long shadow of a heroic father, trying to reconcile fact over fiction. The adage 'Never meet your heroes' is certainly affirmed. However, in substance, this is a cautionary tale of human space exploration and the accompanying stupidity, madness, greed, and pride that follow such grandiose ambitions. I am certainly even more convinced humankind should focus on saving our existing spaceship, Earth, before we try to walk the stars. Some of the science also tends to stretch physics, where energy levels of phenomena defy logic. Visually mesmerizing, the film absolutely warrants an Imax viewing - the images of serene blue Neptune, in particular, haunt me. Like 'Last Jedi' I greatly deviate from the critics' consensus score on this much less beloved property.… Expand

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GinaKSep 24, 2019

This is one of the best films I have seen this year. Brad Pitt is superb – and he has to be since he is on camera throughout almost the entire film. The film itself looks amazing and I was never bored, but sadly it is not as great asThis is one of the best films I have seen this year. Brad Pitt is superb – and he has to be since he is on camera throughout almost the entire film. The film itself looks amazing and I was never bored, but sadly it is not as great as Kubrick’s masterpiece 2001: A Space Odyssey or as original as Ridley Scott’s Blade Runner and Alien. But Ad Astra is beautifully realized (I saw it in Dolby), and it has that terrific performance by Brad Pitt.… Expand

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dude100Sep 24, 2019

I'm a die-hard science fiction fan and I would say this movie is good, but not great. The best scene in the movie is the moon buggy battle which lasts around 10 minutes. Other than that the movie is a bit flat. Red box this.

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Kevin3Sep 24, 2019

Ad astra es una maravilla una película muy humana y las escenas de acción una combinación perfecta puede que la película en algunas partes sea lenta pero es mínimo

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InstantkrmaSep 24, 2019

This movie is boring and dumb on so many levels. Apparently the guy who directed this has no idea what makes movies like 2001 soo great. He basically cut and pasted themes from movies like Interstellar and 2001 with little meaning and skill.This movie is boring and dumb on so many levels. Apparently the guy who directed this has no idea what makes movies like 2001 soo great. He basically cut and pasted themes from movies like Interstellar and 2001 with little meaning and skill. So this is my take away from this movie! 1. Space is lonely, cold, devoid of human interactions so pretty much don't leave earth. WTF 2. Reality in space is whatever the director needs it to be. 3. NASA needs a two hour commercial for some reason. 4. Men in future have soo much toxic masculinity that they are bad,future man bad! 5. That Brad Pitt can have a stupid freaking look on face for two hours. Two hours of my life I will never get back!!! Don't see unless you are a sadist!… Expand

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Gabby1Sep 24, 2019

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I found this movie very unconvincing. The story was way too small for all of the craft that went into it. Oh dear, a man is conflicted following in his absent father's footsteps and unable to express himself emotionally, has an epiphany and comes home to the still-available woman he treated heartlessly. All of this hoo-ha for something that could have been treated by a good therapist. Wasted talent.… Expand

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thabudSep 24, 2019

Movie was godly, all the comments about the movie bein slowpaced and the ending being horrid are false. Yall to used to your **** **** ass revenge thrillers and avengers movies grow tf. 8.5 9/10 for me go see that, get ya attention span up pus*y

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Seadog2019Sep 24, 2019

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Bad Astra; worst sci-fi movie of all time?

Basically this film steals from multiple movies to create the most terribly disjointed and inane plot that I've ever had the misfortune to see. From Last Man it steals it's depiction of Neal Armstrong and renames that character Roy McBride. From 2001 it steals the apes... (yes, there are apes in the film...) and the lunar transit scenes and from Guardians of the Galaxy it steals space pirates... (yeah, space pirates!) from Gravity it steals the space ships, space suits and tether lines. From Alien it steals the distress call... (see apes above). From Interstellar it steals the music and from Stars Wars it steals the son must kill father to destroy the deadly space station plot line. From the Red Green show, it steals the duct tape...(yes, really!) From Soylent Green it steals Saul's final moments (AKA "calming rooms") and from Blade Runner 2049 it steals the Baseline Psych Test... From 2010 it steals the shock-wave and from Independence Day it steals the bomb... Donald Sutherland simply reprises his role from JFK while Liv Tyler's scenes were just ripped off from LOTR. This movie is an insult to the intelligence of the audience and reveals just how much contempt Gray and/or the producers have for their audience. Basically this movie is a Voight-Kampff Test that ferrets out Replicant critics when they write glowing reviews for terrible movies. I gave the film a 0 out of 10 which I'm happy to do because on most review sites I can't give it a zero. If you watch it, treat it as a comedy and you'll have great fun. My wife and I compared notes after the movie and both realized that we were afraid during the movie that we somehow missed something that caused the critics to give it good reviews... then we laughed so hard that it was hard to stop because it really was terrible and it was the critics who were afraid to say so.… Expand

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Rebecca31Sep 24, 2019

Alright we all know space movies are not for everyone, if there’s no aliens they can be a little boring for some people. I wasn’t enamoured with Intersteller or 2001: A Space Odyssey and before you attack me I’m not hating on those movies,Alright we all know space movies are not for everyone, if there’s no aliens they can be a little boring for some people. I wasn’t enamoured with Intersteller or 2001: A Space Odyssey and before you attack me I’m not hating on those movies, they were good, they looked amazing but I didn’t love them. My idea of a good space movie usually features a xenomorph and Sigourney Weaver but each to their own. I liked Ad Astra, I found the story intriguing and we got another great performance from Brad Pitt this year so kudos Brad for picking the right movies for a change. It seems many people are bored by space movies and that’s fine, maybe Ad Astra isn’t for you but don’t go hating on it just because you found the story too slow. It certainly isn’t deserving of some of the harsh reviews it’s receiving online.

Astronaut Roy McBride (Brad Pitt) is sent on a mission to the outer edges of the solar system to find his father (Tommy Lee Jones) who went missing on a mission 30 years ago. Gives us something a little different than your typical “let’s explore space” movie with scenes full of tension. I wasn’t always sure what was going to happen next and I was fully engaged with the story. As with a lot of space movies it’s very pretty to look at with a beautiful soundtrack to go with it. Music is essential for any film but space movies particularly needs a memorable score to compliment it. Ad Astra is a lot more emotional than I ever expected it to be and you may leave the cinema feeling sadder than when you went in but it’s a movie and it’s going to make you feel something or else it didn’t do its job. Recommended for all you Brad Pitt and/or Sci-fi fans.… Expand

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JokohamaSep 24, 2019

A sci-fi movie with pleasant realistic visual and quite comfortable pace to watch. The story could be more polish, then it would be perfect.

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ShepppySep 24, 2019

Great effects but how can space travel be so boring another soul searching in space that costs me 2hrs of my life. First time of seen so many people walk out of a movie before.

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Captain-JimSep 24, 2019

This movie moves so slowly. Long periods of boredom followed by more boredom. No exciting moments! Nothing to really put you on the edge of your seat! Some 'big name' actors in this film but certainly not challenged by the character partsThis movie moves so slowly. Long periods of boredom followed by more boredom. No exciting moments! Nothing to really put you on the edge of your seat! Some 'big name' actors in this film but certainly not challenged by the character parts they portrayed. If you need a couple hours of sleep, this movie will help you dose off. … Expand

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CornwallAdamsSep 24, 2019

AD ASTRA is one of the best movies I've seen all year. Going into the film, one should not expect an action extravaganza, but instead a psychological journey. Full of beautiful shots, amazing editing, and compelling performances.

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DumplebugSep 24, 2019

I don't want to make a in depth review as not to waste more of my time being involved with this movie. Firstly, I am a sci-fi enthusiast. I saw the original Star Wars in the theater in 1977 over 30 times as a kid. Critics are different thanI don't want to make a in depth review as not to waste more of my time being involved with this movie. Firstly, I am a sci-fi enthusiast. I saw the original Star Wars in the theater in 1977 over 30 times as a kid. Critics are different than moviegoers. We are interested in being entertained. This movie was horrible. Snail paced and boring from the first scene to the last. Don't waste your time. Don't listen to critics. Just don't go.… Expand

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jabezcreedSep 24, 2019

You have to be in the mood for a slow paced sci-fi movie, but this is classic science fiction storytelling at its absolute best! Space travel and the science-based problem are only the dressing applied to a more personal story of love,You have to be in the mood for a slow paced sci-fi movie, but this is classic science fiction storytelling at its absolute best! Space travel and the science-based problem are only the dressing applied to a more personal story of love, distance, and duty. I have never been in space obviously, but the imagery and procedures in this movie are everything I have ever imagined it might be like. In this case, the realism of this movie is captivating. And the few twists that this movie presents are well earned and paid off. The soundtrack by Max Richter is perfect for a space film, and I can't wait for it to be available for purchase. The cinematography is everything we've come to expect from a gritty space western, with some really great scenes involving light and color I was drooling over in the theater.… Expand

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mrniceguy33Sep 24, 2019

despite the good acting from the cast the storyline doesn't hold up very well the plot is full of plot holes and for the direction the movie is an eye blessing masterpiece with the beautiful shots and the vfx scenes

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ametacriticSep 23, 2019

Looks good, holds promise for nearly 2/3 of the film (though there are signs early on the movie doesn't have it together), and ultimately it falls apart. Everything surrounding Tommy Lee Jones just doesn't gel / make sense / giveLooks good, holds promise for nearly 2/3 of the film (though there are signs early on the movie doesn't have it together), and ultimately it falls apart. Everything surrounding Tommy Lee Jones just doesn't gel / make sense / give satisfaction. I wish the characters and plot had been better, it's a good looking movie that was willing to be deliberate and thoughtful which I appreciate.… Expand

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Dirk_McDirtSep 23, 2019

The movie was very slow and boring. The plot was very weak. The action sequences seemed like they were tacked on - probably because the film studio execs told the director that the movie was too boring and needed some action scenes. A filmThe movie was very slow and boring. The plot was very weak. The action sequences seemed like they were tacked on - probably because the film studio execs told the director that the movie was too boring and needed some action scenes. A film student could've written a less disappointing story. Wait until it comes out on TV. That way you can change the channel after 15 minutes when you discover how dull it is.… Expand

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Gnova67Sep 23, 2019

It' Apocalypse Now except without a great director, Marlon Brando, or anything to make you care about any of the characters.

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Juan92acgSep 23, 2019

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Mas lenta que el caballo del malo..... es un remaster de marco buscando a su madre … Expand

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BradMorganSep 23, 2019

Ad Astra is a unique and rare film in which the theme makes you think about our own existence. The story takes you into a world of emptiness and silence and that is exactly where the power lies. You felt tension at the right moments withoutAd Astra is a unique and rare film in which the theme makes you think about our own existence. The story takes you into a world of emptiness and silence and that is exactly where the power lies. You felt tension at the right moments without the need for exaggerated music or action. This film brought everything it needed in its own way and had a nice balance between the personal quest of the protagonist and the underlying theme.… Expand

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DubeauSep 23, 2019

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Ad Astra was fairly good but not excellent. I found the story derivative of Sunshine, yet with less effects and quality. The acting was just ok. I didn't think the emotions were correctly transmitted by the movie and the dialogues. The effects were fine but since Gravity and Interstellar, it was lacking some degree of realism in terms of lighting, clarity and camera works. The motivation of the father and why he couldn't fix a problem, and cut communications, makes absolutely no sens. It's a big plot hole for me. I really like the moon sections the best. I give 60%. It's a well done movie but the story wasn't that solid or logical.… Expand

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p2skaSep 23, 2019

Got the ticket for free and thought this could be interesting as Pitt is always fine and i really like sci-fi.. But alas, this is far from Sunshine, not even Solaris (2012) in terms of storytelling. Ok, CGI and acting are fine, but that's itGot the ticket for free and thought this could be interesting as Pitt is always fine and i really like sci-fi.. But alas, this is far from Sunshine, not even Solaris (2012) in terms of storytelling. Ok, CGI and acting are fine, but that's it - plot is ridiculous and boring and without any surprises or plot twists, only long monotonous monologues by mr. Pitt accompanied by melancholic score, there is no logic behind physics displayed, not even trying - especially everything that happens after arriving on Mars - it's terrible to behold :)

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cm5milroySep 23, 2019

This movie is beautiful, no doubt about it. But there is no great payoff, nothing to keep you in your seat for the whole movie.Everything that has the potential to elicit any kind of emotion is never explained or built up well. I was moreThis movie is beautiful, no doubt about it. But there is no great payoff, nothing to keep you in your seat for the whole movie.Everything that has the potential to elicit any kind of emotion is never explained or built up well. I was more entertained by the Rams v Patriots Super Bowl… Expand

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KenGiveMeABreakSep 23, 2019

What a waste of two hours. Time constantly “filled” with the barrage of Mr. Pitt’s character being required to submit to a biological and mental health evaluation for almost every “door” that Mr. Pitt travels through. As for cinematography.What a waste of two hours. Time constantly “filled” with the barrage of Mr. Pitt’s character being required to submit to a biological and mental health evaluation for almost every “door” that Mr. Pitt travels through. As for cinematography. Give me a break. The scenes of our solar system are free on thousands of internet sites and various television broadcast channels. Simply a Three-Name draw for most adults over 50 and a Single-Name draw for those less than 30. Save your money. PS: the “space-buggy” scene on the New Mexico stage Moon’s surface was hilarious.… Expand

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Goldfulmean10Sep 23, 2019

This movie didn't feel as grand as other space movies like Interstellar, but it was a perfect character study that was beautifully shot.

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TheVeganSep 23, 2019

I saw the excellent reviews and had hoped for something more entertaining. The cinematography was very good. The story I suppose was good as well but I was never really drawn into it. I found it interesting to a degree but I found it slowI saw the excellent reviews and had hoped for something more entertaining. The cinematography was very good. The story I suppose was good as well but I was never really drawn into it. I found it interesting to a degree but I found it slow moving which can be fine but I like to be moved in some way and this just didn't do it for me. You may love it because it is well written and acted but not something I would recommend.… Expand

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Popcorn55Sep 23, 2019

Instead of soaring through the cosmos, it was SNORING through the cosmos! How do you say "the great yawning" in Latin? OMG that should have been the title. It's like they took the slowest, most boring, and talky parts of "2001", "FirstInstead of soaring through the cosmos, it was SNORING through the cosmos! How do you say "the great yawning" in Latin? OMG that should have been the title. It's like they took the slowest, most boring, and talky parts of "2001", "First Man", "Interstellar", "The Martian", and "Gravity", and spliced them together with slow, sad kind of background music: result, the ultimate space snoozer ever made! Even the rocket launches that should at least have some awe and thunder... are often silent with tinkly sad keyboard music. Whaaat?? And the constant self-analytical voice-overs explaining his feelings?? omiGAWD people -- this is sposed to be a sci-fi ADVENTURE DRAMA and instead it's like... monks marching sadly to their doom. That's basically the feeling of it. Rent this one at Redbox, do NOT spend $20 to see it!!… Expand

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KayadaySep 22, 2019

A brilliant, modern reflection of 2001: A Space Odyssey, with breathtaking visuals, tense and intrepid scenes, and underlying emotional and psychological battles. Ad Astra touches on mental health, strained relationships, and the need to goA brilliant, modern reflection of 2001: A Space Odyssey, with breathtaking visuals, tense and intrepid scenes, and underlying emotional and psychological battles. Ad Astra touches on mental health, strained relationships, and the need to go on when facing darkness. A true and artistic showcase of what Hollywood is capable of today.… Expand

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RmelsonjrSep 22, 2019

As beautiful and well acted as it was STUPID. Rewatch Interstellar if you are looking for a space odyssey.

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DhSantaFeSep 22, 2019

I’m a sci-fi fan and was looking forward to this film. It was one of the worst sci-fi films I have ever seen. Correction: it was one of the worst films I’ve ever seen. Clearly, the producers thought that casting Pitt would excuse allI’m a sci-fi fan and was looking forward to this film. It was one of the worst sci-fi films I have ever seen. Correction: it was one of the worst films I’ve ever seen. Clearly, the producers thought that casting Pitt would excuse all shortcuts and low-budget cost-cutting that was needed.

With a budget of $85 million, reported, they clearly decided they could not afford to hire a reputable physicist-consultant. The abject disregard of physics made this film laughable. And pathetic. Want to see a film that actually thinks the laws of physics are real? Watch “The Expanse”, or better yet, read it, I was embarrassed to spend money seeing this film. I will lie if someone asks me if I’ve seen it.… Expand

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RgboomerSep 22, 2019

character motivation is not clear, takes it self too seriously without providing a clear moral message, and technology does not make sense based on current theories on space travel.

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ReallyRealSep 22, 2019

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This movie seems like it was written by two different teams. The first half is great- extremely entertaining, and very well shot. The action sequence on the moon were very well done. Then, as soon as they leave the moon en route to Mars, it becomes a boring, pretenious, tedious movie, with extraordinarily little payoff. Most of the things that happen are absolutely pointless. And the ending....

Brad Pitt was excellent however.… Expand

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drjumpSep 22, 2019

Brad Pitt does a fine job acting and Tommy Lee Jones is - well - TLJ. The special effects are good as well. That's all the positives that I can offer. First, the science is awful all the way around. Also, the story is full of plot holes,Brad Pitt does a fine job acting and Tommy Lee Jones is - well - TLJ. The special effects are good as well. That's all the positives that I can offer. First, the science is awful all the way around. Also, the story is full of plot holes, filled with the usual ploy of moving the story along by having supposedly smart people doing really stupid things, and some parts of the story that simply don't seem to have any rhyme or reason for being there. I don't want to give any spoiler regarding the last point, but I was waiting for one incident that occurs during the story to be linked somehow to the conclusion (and it could have been with a little screen writing) - but that never happened. Why this movie is generally well-rated is beyond me - even if you don't know a thing about basic physics, interplanetary distances, psychology, and the like.… Expand

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MargateBuffSep 22, 2019

What a bore. I'll see anything with Brad Pitt in it, and Tommy Lee Jones is always interesting. Not in this film, though. The material is not up to their talents. Lee is a flatulent, philosophizing, mad scientist, and Pitt somehow manages toWhat a bore. I'll see anything with Brad Pitt in it, and Tommy Lee Jones is always interesting. Not in this film, though. The material is not up to their talents. Lee is a flatulent, philosophizing, mad scientist, and Pitt somehow manages to underplay the role of a cool and collected astronaut whose heartbeat never exceeds 80.

The look of the film is stunning, and there are some imaginative takes on gravity, including one scene where Pitt plummets on a planet where there is more gravity than on Earth. But the story is weak, and efforts to perk it up with a chase scene and vary mishaps en route to Neptune only serve to remind you of how little else is going on.… Expand

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Just_DoSep 22, 2019

Borefest. The most boring **** ever. WTF!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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solomonster54Sep 22, 2019

Best sci-fi film I’ve seen since Arrival. Interesting plot and great performances.

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zechariahSep 22, 2019

A wonderful movie about with the human psyche and the very natrure of mankind's frailties and strengths.

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theredskySep 22, 2019

Ad Astra has some of the best visual effects of the year and another strong performance from Brad Pitt. Even though the film is really strong in the technical category, it still has its issues. The film is definitely going for this deepAd Astra has some of the best visual effects of the year and another strong performance from Brad Pitt. Even though the film is really strong in the technical category, it still has its issues. The film is definitely going for this deep psychological tone and it didn’t work well for me, mainly because the film takes itself a little bit too seriously. Throughout the 2 hour runtime, Pitt smiles maybe once or twice. If the film wasn’t trying to make itself this deep psychological film, it would have been better. The very basic concept of the film is very cliched. It is another save the universe story but it does enough that is unique that this isn’t that big of an issue. Some of the side characters are pointless and are just there to dump exposition. The film also does start to feel a tad bit too long towards the end though. While these issues do hold the film down a little bit, the positives do outweigh the negatives. Brad Pitt gives a fantastic performance. Although I think his performance in Once Upon a Time in Hollywood was better, I still think he does a fantastic job. It’s just the little things he does in this role that establish him as a great actor. Tommy Lee Jones did a good job in his role even though he was on screen for about 10-15 minutes. In my opinion, the biggest take away from the film is the visual effects. The film looks fantastic. Whenever we see a planet, it looks so real and it sucks you into the universe. Every little detail, every spaceship, every location just feels incredibly real. I strongly believe this film could win Best Visual Effects at the Oscars. The way the film uses lighting and its camera work just adds to the spectacle. I don’t know a lot about the physics of space but from what I do know, this film abides by those rules most of the time. Do remember that this film takes place in the near future and technology has obviously improved in this universe so some of the physics may not make as much sense as they would today. I also really enjoyed the score by Max Richter for this film a lot. It has this spacey vibe to it that fits the atmosphere and the tone the film is going for. I thought the production design for this film was really good also. Overall, Ad Astra is a great film with a fantastic performance by Brad Pitt and amazing visual effects but is held back a little by a way too serious tone. I give Ad Astra a 7.5/10.… Expand

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veshchesSep 22, 2019

I wanted to like this film more than I did. I think I get it, but I don't think the film did a good job of making me care very much for these characters. I did enjoy it, but doubt I would ever sit through it again.

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JoeCoolSep 22, 2019

Brad Pitt is a really great actor and the beautiful photography make this one worth seeing on the big screen. You'll get a bit of dodgy science and questionable choices thrown into the mix, but if you can get over that for the most part, justBrad Pitt is a really great actor and the beautiful photography make this one worth seeing on the big screen. You'll get a bit of dodgy science and questionable choices thrown into the mix, but if you can get over that for the most part, just for the sake of moving the story along, it's quite an enjoyable movie. I can understand the messages won't exactly please everyone, but people aren't always all puppies and sunshine. That's just the way it is.… Expand

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sekmet64Sep 22, 2019

It's slow paced and quite a simplistic story, but I still enjoyed it. Watching a movie about what our future would look like if we properly colonized our solar system is a very interesting subject and it was depicted in a realistic way.
BradIt's slow paced and quite a simplistic story, but I still enjoyed it. Watching a movie about what our future would look like if we properly colonized our solar system is a very interesting subject and it was depicted in a realistic way.
Brad Pitt is really at top of his game, at this point he could be playing the most boring character ever and still carry a movie.… Expand

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CMCSep 22, 2019

Hollywood film, superficial character development, unnecessary occasional conflict to keep things going, derivative art direction, 3dCG props, no cleverNESS or originalITY, predictable bankable stock Hollywood actors, ridiculous events, andHollywood film, superficial character development, unnecessary occasional conflict to keep things going, derivative art direction, 3dCG props, no cleverNESS or originalITY, predictable bankable stock Hollywood actors, ridiculous events, and possibly the most trite and stupid ending and resolution to the main character's conflict and the movie, a real groaner.… Expand

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energystormSep 22, 2019

Rambo está mucho mejor que está peli ,prueba que los críticos solo complacen a quien pague con la cartera

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AllseerSep 22, 2019

Acting: 7/10 alright acting from a fairly impressive cast, but what they were delivering was fairly cringe-y or dull at times.
Plot: 2/10 vapid space tropes that lead nowhere. Plot-holes that are laughably confusing and inexcusable. RandomActing: 7/10 alright acting from a fairly impressive cast, but what they were delivering was fairly cringe-y or dull at times.
Plot: 2/10 vapid space tropes that lead nowhere. Plot-holes that are laughably confusing and inexcusable. Random made up unscientific garbage sprinkled everywhere. And lastly, random sequences that could easily have been built up to something else, but completely ignored.
Visuals: 5/10 a few interesting scenes, edits, and vfx moments, ultimately nothing all too impressive or deserving lavish. Direction: 5/10 while the direction was cohesive (for the most part), the story left much to be desired.

Conclusion: Extremely unimaginative derivative plot with very familiar space tropes that seem to drag on endlessly in a meandering slow paced space spectacle (without the spectacle). The complete lack of intrigue and story depth was astonishing in juxtaposition to the major critical praise this movie is receiving. Shallow characters following monotonic plot devices that don't drive home any sort of cohesive themes other than that space is dangerous and people go crazy in solitude (which have been explored in basically EVERY space movie ever made). Left the movie theatre having wondered if i even watched a movie, or a poor collage of scenic space shots and advertisements for another greater sci fi movie with better writing. There was hardly a journey, hardly a destination, and the melancholy undertones were all too familiar the entire course of the movie.
Shorter conclusion: Imagine Apollo 13, interstellar, and gravity all had a lovechild that came out neither as interesting, nor paced as well as either of them individually. As if all those movies had their souls torn out, and fused into a travesty of unoriginal writing and story telling.… Expand

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treestandSep 22, 2019

Ad Astra is a beautiful film. The wide panning shots are some of the most amazing and immersive space moments I've seen on the big screen, and if you plan on seeing this film, see it on as big a screen as you can. That being said, it doesn'tAd Astra is a beautiful film. The wide panning shots are some of the most amazing and immersive space moments I've seen on the big screen, and if you plan on seeing this film, see it on as big a screen as you can. That being said, it doesn't tread in waters any different than Gravity of Interstellar or Space Odyssey, but wears their influence on its sleeve in a way that is reminiscent of feeling awe in the presence of a great replica of an even more awe inspiring original artwork. BUT, sadly, beyond the visuals, and maybe the sound, the film falls rather flat from beginning to end. Brad Pitt's character is a caricature of a 50s/60s era action hero. A no nonsense militant man who never loses his cool except for when he is faced with his daddy issues. And boy does this film dunk your head in his daddy issues, over and over and over again. I picked up on the fact that this character had father issues, and that his father was a perceived hero and potential villain VERY early in the film as this is clearly and plainly spelled out to the audience. Despite this the film decides to forgo any relevant character building in order to reinsert a reminder of said daddy issues every ten to fifteen minutes, and if it's not Brad Pitt staring out into the abyss whispering 'father...' to his distant lost daddy/cosmic creator then some other character is introduced only to mention his father in some capacity and then exiting stage left as quickly as they arrived. It gets real old, and real perplexing, and feels a lot like getting hit over the head with a daddy/god mallet over and over again to the point of seeming comedic or cartoonish instead of deep and meaningful. Then there is the problem with this film's attempt at being deep and meaningful. It really tries to be deep and meaningful but never seems to inundate you but up to the ankle. Moments of 'Look inflation in the future, an expensive blanket', or 'Look, capitalism on the moon' come across as intriguing but are rushed out of frame as quickly as they are shoved into your face (much like every jarring cameo) making room for more daddy issues, and reminders that Brad Pitt is very cool and collected, until he is not. Then there is the over the top/possibly inspired by Herge's 'Tin Tin goes to the moon' action sequences that are so at odds with the tone of the majority of the film that it continuously felt like I was shifting between two movies. Ten minutes of attempted deep/atmospheric/slow brooding character stagnation then ten minutes of chaotic 'armageddon' level action sequences (with monkeys) where everything that could go wrong does go wrong like clockwork, but somehow our hero never makes a wrong choice, and if he does, it gets him where he is headed even faster than otherwise. This film is a fever dream of someone coming to terms with the absence of their father, and it is a mess. A pretty mess filled to the brim with miscalculations, wtf were they thinking moments, and a great sense that whoever wrote the script did absolutely no research into how physics works in space. It's more Star Wars space fantasy than scifi, but without any of the fun, and a lead up to a climax and revelation that seems so silly and contrived it makes you wonder how this film got so many great actors to do so little for such a long slog of time. It is pretty though, I'll give it that. See it with your dad? Or don't.… Expand

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marcmyworksSep 22, 2019

Ad Astra is a slow burn that is beautifully photographed and excellently scored. I can understand why critics loved this film and why fans may be put off but overall it has very little story but it does have heart.

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jwcritic123Sep 22, 2019

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This review contains spoilers, but really, is it possible to spoil dreck? What I find even more offensive than the existence of this God-awful, pretentiously-titled, horribly contrived, and plodding movie is the fact that prominent film critics are pretending to adore it. It’s as if a child with muddy sneakers walked around on a blank canvas and the experts proclaimed “Brilliant!”, “Marvelous!”, “A Master Work!”. Even the highly over-rated and ludicrous Gravity had a single redeeming feature: it was truly visually stunning. In contrast, many of the effects in Ad Astra are almost Buck Rogers amateurish, while at best the film breaks zero new ground in the CGI department. It’s rare that I watch a big budget feature movie and can’t find ANYTHING to praise. Plot, nope. The number of plot holes and suspension-of-beliefisms are far too numerous to track. The laws of physics be damned, your average Marvel comics flick is more scientifically plausible. Objects and astronauts hurtle toward each other at breakneck speeds only to magically slow down at the last second and thus avoid catastrophe. Buildings and ships in the vacuum of space have no apparent airlocks or failsafe devices, and all docking systems are universal no matter their age or origin. Let’s not even bother to place Brad in suspended animation as he travels to the outskirts of the solar system in a few weeks when a simple nap will do. Crazed carnivorous giant baboons as experimental space station test subjects, sure why not, what could possibly go wrong? Anonymous fearless moon pirates who attack 60’s-era government rovers for absolutely no evident reason, and cannot be successfully defended against even when said assaults are totally anticipated, go for it. And how about designing a manned exploratory mission in which the research vessel happens to contain a cosmic ray gadget that can somehow be programmed to obliterate the entire universe by a heroically unstable rogue commander (coincidentally, Brad Pitt’s erstwhile absentee daddy Tommy Lee Jones who grows a beard during a 29 year span but otherwise fails to age). Sets, nope. Imagine the human colonizers of Mars having the foresight to create an outlandishly textured giant room for the seemingly sole purpose of having Brad Pitt speak plaintively into a microphone while they monitor him from behind an incongruously low-tech metal grate. Character development, nope. Most of the participants barely attain two-dimensional status. The talents of actors such as Donald Sutherland, Liv Tyler, and Natasha Lyonne are totally squandered in roles too insubstantial to be even considered cameos. This is Brad’s biggest acting debacle since the dismal World War Z, and there’s not much to be said about poor Tommy Lee in this movie other than he must have needed the paycheck. Dialogue, God no! Stilted boring droning Pitt-narrations, and unrealistic sappy prose designed to jerk a tear from every duct (me and my family: frequent eye rolling and occasional incredulous hiccups of laughter). Pace, holy crap! Undoubtedly the worst aspect of this movie is that it is beyond glacially slow. However, unlike other overly long space epics, such as its slightly tedious venerable predecessor Silent Running, Ad Astra is definitely not worth the mind-numbing two hours and three very long minutes voyage.… Expand

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SniperfairySep 22, 2019

I have not seen a movie like this in mainstream cinema for quite awhile. This is not to say that a movie such as this does not exist, but it is definitely more on the artsy side. This is a slow paced movie with a lot of quiet moments, which II have not seen a movie like this in mainstream cinema for quite awhile. This is not to say that a movie such as this does not exist, but it is definitely more on the artsy side. This is a slow paced movie with a lot of quiet moments, which I appreciated. I think it caught the feeling of what actually travelling in space would be like, especially the solitude that is associated with it. It was beautifully shot and the director is obviously incredibly competent. I would recommend it for anybody interested in a character study.… Expand

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dogrrimanSep 20, 2019

I loved it. It's just so grounded, so elegant and low-key. So touching, emotional. Brad Pitt is obviously fantastic.

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hellomikeySep 22, 2019

Nothing happenes in this movie. It’s the weakest story. Brad accepts a role where the character’s superpower is they he shows no emotion. This is the opposite of good acting.

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jeseminxSep 21, 2019

Definitely in my top 5 favorite movies of the year. The cinematography is breathtaking, the visuals are amazing, and Brad Pitt gives quite possibly the best performance of his career. The only complaint is there are some slight pacing issuesDefinitely in my top 5 favorite movies of the year. The cinematography is breathtaking, the visuals are amazing, and Brad Pitt gives quite possibly the best performance of his career. The only complaint is there are some slight pacing issues and theres about 15 minutes or so where it starts to feel sort of generic, but besides that, a fantastic movie.… Expand

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GarciaSmithSep 21, 2019

MUUUUUY MUUUUY MALA , nada que ver con otras películas del espacio. Está habla de soledad y en un modo super aburrido exageradamente aburrido ni triste ni doloroso solo aburrido , QUE DESPERDICIÓ DE TALENTO , me gustan mucho las películas deMUUUUUY MUUUUY MALA , nada que ver con otras películas del espacio. Está habla de soledad y en un modo super aburrido exageradamente aburrido ni triste ni doloroso solo aburrido , QUE DESPERDICIÓ DE TALENTO , me gustan mucho las películas de ciencia ficción , está honestamente es la peor que e visto en 10 años, obio tiene algunas Tomás buenas, pero sin más es una perdida de tiempo , RESUMEN DE LA PELICULA: viajó al espacio busco a mi papá lo encuentro y me vengo , así LITERAL UNA PUTA MIERDA! No sucede casi nada interesante en un viaje tan laaaargo.… Expand

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abtothestractSep 21, 2019

Slow-moving and heavy-handed, repeatedly violates the "show don't tell" dictum with repetitive narration

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AnonymousPalSep 20, 2019

It's like the enthralling Interstellar and touching Tree of Life had a boring, ugly space baby. The most realistic part of the movie is an Applebee's on the moon. Not Brad Pitt's fault but definitely not his finest.

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SwarmofferretsSep 21, 2019

Fantastic movie. Makes you reflect on the greater questions about exploration and what drives our searches and those that make them.

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DirtyshoesSep 21, 2019

This movie is painfully slow. The characters are boring. Scenes meander and go no where. There are sequences that contribute nothing to the characters. The movie crutches on the pretense of being an artwork or philosophical piece. Oh it's aThis movie is painfully slow. The characters are boring. Scenes meander and go no where. There are sequences that contribute nothing to the characters. The movie crutches on the pretense of being an artwork or philosophical piece. Oh it's a piece alright. What did I learn at the end of the movie? I should have walked out and asked Brad Pitt personally to reimburse me.such a waste. So many special effects and nothing to say. I hated this movie so much I created an account to warn others.… Expand

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2001fanSep 21, 2019

Don't listen to the idiots giving this thing a negative review. It's a flat-out masterpiece, filled with compelling ideas and poignant performances that left me both stunned and in tears. This movie is not "slow" in any way, shape or form --Don't listen to the idiots giving this thing a negative review. It's a flat-out masterpiece, filled with compelling ideas and poignant performances that left me both stunned and in tears. This movie is not "slow" in any way, shape or form -- simply by virtue of it not being an action blockbuster doesn't make it "slow." It is film that simply focuses on its characters and themes. "Character studies and philosophical questions? BORING! Throw in more explosions!" If this describes you, then don't watch this movie. If you appreciate an actual story with resonant themes that is both epic and intimate, then watch it. If anything, this movie was too short.… Expand

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Camuser59Sep 21, 2019

I really wanted to like this movie but in the end it just felt cold and sterile kind of like space I guess. The visuals are cool and the cast is great so you might want to see it just for that. If I was trying to be funny you could say thatI really wanted to like this movie but in the end it just felt cold and sterile kind of like space I guess. The visuals are cool and the cast is great so you might want to see it just for that. If I was trying to be funny you could say that in space no one can hear you yawn.… Expand

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mrmonsterSep 21, 2019

Ad Astra is a terrific sci-fi thriller. Brad Pitt gives an Oscar worthy performance in a visually stunning movie that makes you feel like you are being taken to the edges of the solar system. I don't know why so many others are giving thisAd Astra is a terrific sci-fi thriller. Brad Pitt gives an Oscar worthy performance in a visually stunning movie that makes you feel like you are being taken to the edges of the solar system. I don't know why so many others are giving this bad reviews.… Expand

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yadevolSep 21, 2019

Ad Astra is certainly not a masterpiece despite some claims and it's not without it's flaws {some questionable 'science' and action set pieces that seem to belong in another movie}. What it is though is an entertaining and quite thoughtAd Astra is certainly not a masterpiece despite some claims and it's not without it's flaws {some questionable 'science' and action set pieces that seem to belong in another movie}. What it is though is an entertaining and quite thought provoking film well worth checking out if you like films such as Interstellar and Blade Runner 2049.… Expand

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Ope1Sep 21, 2019

What a piece of garbage. Do not waste 2+ hours of your life on this borrrrrring trash.

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bryanjSep 21, 2019

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A very boring film, with a stupid ending. why would you park your spaceship on the wrong side of Neptune's rings? how can you then jump from one spaceship to another passing through the rings with a piece of metal in front of you then ride a nuclear blast home?… Expand

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AlterIISep 21, 2019

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Nothing even close to interstellar and Martian. This film should be prescribed to people with acute bouts of insomnia. Heroes - dummies, involvement in action - 0. Experiences for the heroes - 0, because you do not know them. Musical accompaniment (everyone remembered interstellar) - I'm not sure what the music was at all. Disclosure of characters - there is no such thing. Bottom line: "sterile." Grab a pillow. I didn’t think that you could make a film so badly with such actors.… Expand

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cag345Sep 21, 2019

So many people will misunderstand the intention of the movie because it is not for everyone. Some will hate it and others will love it. I find myself in the middle, with the idea that I saw something good but not magnificent (I don't talkSo many people will misunderstand the intention of the movie because it is not for everyone. Some will hate it and others will love it. I find myself in the middle, with the idea that I saw something good but not magnificent (I don't talk about the FX, the performances or the incredible score from Richter).

This film was advertised as an adventure in space when in reality it is a drama that happens to astronauts on their journey through space, and u know something? That's not bad and works most of the time. When Ad Astra works, it flies beyond the stars masterfully commanded by a Brad Pitt who may be Oscar-worthy, but unfortunately the film finds few plot holes along the way, which avoids mediocrely or without great depth, just to focus more on the emotional weight of the story (some script failures and in history if), such as the presence of pirates, a little adventure on Mars, but mainly the monkeys (really ??? ?). I do not doubt that James Gray is one of the most interesting contemporary directors in the current Hollywood market, but this movie leaves the viewer wishing more about a proposal that could be something better.… Expand

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GollumwuwSep 21, 2019

Smart slow movie. But very clever with its messages! This is not for everyone, but you should check it out on ghe biggest screen possible !

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cfergojrSep 21, 2019

This movie is terrible, don't waste your time and money. Interstellar is way better!

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imadethisaccounSep 21, 2019

Brad Pitt’s sprawling space epic focuses on the human aspect of the journey.

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KeithDowSep 21, 2019

"Below the surface, there was nothing."

This quote from the movie pretty much sums it all up. To say that 'Ad Astra' failed to meet our astronomically high expectations would be a cosmically vast understatement. We'll get to that in a"Below the surface, there was nothing."

This quote from the movie pretty much sums it all up. To say that 'Ad Astra' failed to meet our astronomically high expectations would be a cosmically vast understatement. We'll get to that in a minute, but first we need to address the issue of the human buffalo sitting to our right who at first served as an annoyance, but as the movie painfully played on, became a welcomed distraction.

We've never seen a fellow patron shamelessly double-fisting popcorn into their mouth before, much less grunting it all down like some wild bison inhaling a pile of feed out on the plains. His form was both well-practiced and impressive.

In addition to the popcorn, he also ordered a personal thin crust sausage pizza. When it arrived, he whispered something to the runner. Much to our surprise, it was a request for a salt shaker. Because everyone knows that if there's one thing a sausage pizza doesn't have enough of, it's salt!

The application of the salt was quite liberal, of course. Not just a sprinkling over the entirety of the pie before eating it, mind you, but applying it to each individual slice before they were to be consumed for that extra bit o' salty goodness. And if you think we're exaggerating how much salt this human-bovine hybrid consumed, after the pizza was eaten, he literally swirled his index finger through the greasy salt streaks that remained on the tray and licked it. Mmm-tastes like an early onset heart attack!

Now back to the actual film review. Let's put it this way: you know there's a massive problem with the film when serious action sequences are drawing laughter from the audience. We couldn't laugh. We were too offended by the ridiculousness of it all.

To put it plainly, 'Ad Astra' has some of the most absurdly unrealistic scenes of any space movie we've seen. If you know anything about physics, botany, nutrition, astronomy, or just about any other branch of science, 'Ad Astra' will make your brain hurt.

Add to this the fact that the plot, production design, and cinematography are all quite horrid, and we've got ourselves a classic Razzie situation on our hands, people. Oh, and just one more thing: several media outlets have labelled the film "one of the best space movies in years." Saying as much is a gross injustice to last years criminally underrated 'First Man' and anyone who echoes this sentiment should be banished to the dark side of the moon (where apparently there are space pirates with Star Wars blasters roaming around)!… Expand

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wvorticesSep 21, 2019

All the bad reviews about this moving being slow and boring are all missing the nuances. This is a philosophical/intellectual film with heart, this is not aliens (which is also good but different). This is a modern apocalypse now combinedAll the bad reviews about this moving being slow and boring are all missing the nuances. This is a philosophical/intellectual film with heart, this is not aliens (which is also good but different). This is a modern apocalypse now combined with the myth of Sisyphus. Think about what is your hope for the future. I was absolutely riveted for every moment and this is absolutely wonderful to see in theatre where the silences and visuals can be absorbed.… Expand

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YogurtSep 21, 2019

I fell asleep twice. Absolutely boring and uninteresting plot. Few events in the film.
The result: wasted time.

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dwillowSep 21, 2019

It's excellent, the first half is perfect. The second half has some lovely touches, particularly the decision to avoid a crash bang ending. A good story told beautifully.

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ShibaboySep 21, 2019

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Ad Astra is a new low for post-truth anti-science propaganda which bear hugs a dystopian fascist future. Avoid this movie!… Expand

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ClamAntholeSep 21, 2019

Beautiful and emotionally nuanced. Brad Pitt, the music, cinematography, and vfx were all great. Not particularly fast-paced unless you are willing to engage with the movie on its own subtle terms.

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xerifeSep 21, 2019

Slow, boring and silly movie... a waste of time...I wanted to leave the theater but waited and waited to see if something extraordinary would happen towards the end and turn a bad movie into something worth it. didn't happen...

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IgeraidiSep 21, 2019

Gravity in the Moon and Mars equal to Earth. Enter in a rocket during launch from behind the engines. Time of radio comunication instantaneous through out space . everything in this movie is ridiculous.

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honkytomkSep 21, 2019

Why does the main character go to Mars to send a message, presumably they've not heard of "recording"? Then he uses a thin piece of metal to protect himself while flying through Neptune's rings? This films needs to decide whether it's decentWhy does the main character go to Mars to send a message, presumably they've not heard of "recording"? Then he uses a thin piece of metal to protect himself while flying through Neptune's rings? This films needs to decide whether it's decent science fiction or nonsense.… Expand

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lennycliff123Sep 21, 2019

While I don't think Ad Astra is quite deserving of the praise most of the movie critics have given it, it's still well worth seeing.

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Faszfej70Sep 21, 2019

As boring as that other two were some time ago.The Gravity and the Interstaller.

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thegldtSep 21, 2019

Ad Astra seemed like two distinct movies stitched together right down the middle. The first half is kinetic and action-filled as advertised in the trailers. The dizzying space fall, horror-esque SOS detour, and intense moon rover chaseAd Astra seemed like two distinct movies stitched together right down the middle. The first half is kinetic and action-filled as advertised in the trailers. The dizzying space fall, horror-esque SOS detour, and intense moon rover chase sequences, in particular, were equal parts heart-pounding and visually striking. I don't think I've ever seen a vehicle chase on the moon executed this viscerally before.

Everything switches gears in the midpoint when Brad Pitt's Roy McBride reaches the red planet. The film practically loses its exciting energy when it finally decides to focus on the main conflict of the story: Roy's relationship with his father (or the lack thereof). The film suddenly feels plaintive, ruminative, and lonely—especially against the backdrop of the vast emptiness of space.

To its credit, 'Ad Astra' maintains A+ cinematography and other-worldly imagery throughout its respectable two-hour runtime. If you allow me, I'd even compare this film's gorgeous and mystifying visuals to that of Stanley Kubrick's '2001: A Space Odyssey' (*film grain included). It's a visual treat and Max Richter's hauntingly beautiful score is the icing on top of this cosmic cake.

Perhaps I would've enjoyed this more if it had just a little payoff on the extraterrestrial intelligence front, but that whole "search for alien life" aspect was not the point of this story—which really is (in contrast to the marketing) a dark and stoic expedition to strip apart complex father-son dynamics and question our definitions of masculinity (and where love, longing, and fragility fit in to the idea of a "man" or heroic figures).… Expand

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moviemitch96Sep 20, 2019

The premise alone was enough to intrigue me on this one, and I normally find myself pretty fascinated with space exploration films. So I was pretty interested to check this out. And while I can say that it's most definitely visuallyThe premise alone was enough to intrigue me on this one, and I normally find myself pretty fascinated with space exploration films. So I was pretty interested to check this out. And while I can say that it's most definitely visually breathtaking, in addition to feeling like it borrows some pages from previous superior space films (Interstellar, Gravity, The Martian, etc.), I found it to be a bit underwhelming and a little too ponderous and heavy in terms of story and pacing. The film seemed a little sluggish to me and took sometimes random, sometimes slow aim at what direction it wanted to go in. One more positive I can say, however, is that Brad Pitt gives a very confident performance that manages to make the film only slightly more compelling than it could've been, but just barely enough to keep my interest going till the end. Overall, Pitt's in top form here, and it's got some neat visuals and kind of a cool and epic score to go along with it, but it just felt lacking and uninspired to me storywise, as well as content to take it's time to a fault.… Expand

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dobbins47Sep 20, 2019

Largely boring punctuated by mostly ludicrous adventures. I usually like character studies and relationship movies, but in this case, I never cared about the major characters.

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cylackSep 20, 2019

Saw this in iMax. Am a James Gray fan, and really like Lost City of Z so was expecting big things out of this movie. Left the theater bored and saying "that's it?" to myself. Beautifully shot, some really amazing visuals, great acting by BradSaw this in iMax. Am a James Gray fan, and really like Lost City of Z so was expecting big things out of this movie. Left the theater bored and saying "that's it?" to myself. Beautifully shot, some really amazing visuals, great acting by Brad Pitt, but the movie was boring! Think of it as "Apocalpyse Now" set in space, but not nearly as adventurous or exciting.… Expand

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xSagaiSep 20, 2019

This is a great movie! I can understand why this isn't a movie for everyone but these insanely low scores are an illustration of the overall attention span of today's society. There are moments of action and surprises but ultimately this isThis is a great movie! I can understand why this isn't a movie for everyone but these insanely low scores are an illustration of the overall attention span of today's society. There are moments of action and surprises but ultimately this is about the relationship of a father and son and discovery of what matters most. Visuals are amazing and Brad Pitt's performance are their equal.… Expand

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fumarioSep 20, 2019

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Only bad is falling short. The argument could have been great, but it has been left in an empty, slow, boring, without beginning or end. The primates scene made no sense in the middle of the plot, except to animate something boring. the only thing worth mentioning is the interpretation of bradd pit.… Expand

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donelsonSep 20, 2019

Ad Astra
A pitiful reworking of Heart of Darkness up the river to Neptune. Dullest movie of the year so far, with an uninterrupted 45 mins of Brad Pitt closeups thinking meagre and whiny thoughts out loud. Terrible. Also, the mostAd Astra
A pitiful reworking of Heart of Darkness up the river to Neptune. Dullest movie of the year so far, with an uninterrupted 45 mins of Brad Pitt closeups thinking meagre and whiny thoughts out loud. Terrible. Also, the most cringeworthy, stupid space physics and "science" I've ever seen in a modern sci-fi film.… Expand

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ohnomrbillSep 20, 2019

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. 2001 meets Gravity meets Blade runner meets 2010. starts out great and interesting but halfway through starts to fall apart a bit. when he causes the death of those innocent people who were travelling to Neptune and he ends up doing what they were going to do anyway ??? WTF? seems to have gotten away with it and not held accountable for those deaths. great special effects. i just wish they would stop using very familiar actors over and over again.… Expand

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Moviereviewer15Sep 20, 2019

A visually stunning well acted space adventure that is meant to be seen on. A giant IMAX screen.

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Brent_MarchantSep 20, 2019

This amalgamation of half-baked, underdeveloped, disjointed scientific and philosophical notions translates into a film whose narrative has more plot holes than a wheel of Swiss cheese. The lackluster, deadpan dramatic performance of BradThis amalgamation of half-baked, underdeveloped, disjointed scientific and philosophical notions translates into a film whose narrative has more plot holes than a wheel of Swiss cheese. The lackluster, deadpan dramatic performance of Brad Pitt (who really should stick to comedy), combined with sluggish pacing, underwhelming special effects and a poorly written, poorly executed script, leave viewers wanting for much more than what this package delivers. What's worse, though, is that there were ample opportunities to salvage this story and to take it in surprising, refreshing and enlightening directions that would have made for a much, much better picture. Pay no heed to the critics on this one; all hype aside, it's a major disappointment and far from the epic masterpiece status that has been so undeservedly lavished upon it.… Expand

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