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DinoHippieJun 17, 2023

The combination of real actors and CGI was creepy. For what reason use people and then turn them into lifeless robots?

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TheFrogSep 30, 2020

Hugely underestimated gem. On the surface, it's just another hero movie, with a rambunctious and invincible Beowulf. It goes much deeper than that though, with a persistent feeling of an Age that is coming to an end.
Beowulf is a liar,Hugely underestimated gem. On the surface, it's just another hero movie, with a rambunctious and invincible Beowulf. It goes much deeper than that though, with a persistent feeling of an Age that is coming to an end.
Beowulf is a liar, exaggerating his own adventures, and learns all too soon that your dreams tend to decay around you once you make them come true. He fails his most important trial and will eventually have to pay a hefty price for that.
Rothgar is an aging, disgusting pig living on past glories, surrounded by adulators who only crave his gold. His famed mead hall is just a glorified shack.
When Beowulf comes as the hero who will defeat the monster, there is no oceanic crowd cheering him but just a few, unconvinced peasants. And in the background the Christian religion is undermining what remains of the days of the glorious heroes, fighting in the name of the Norse Gods.
It's a crepuscular tale of regret and longing, for an ideal that cannot really exist. In many ways, it can be regarded of a coming of age tale, of romanticism that eventually needs to confront reality.… Expand

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TyranianApr 14, 2019

Animation is solid and cast are good but deviations from the poem are stupid.

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cryhardhumorFeb 24, 2015

Beowulf is a fun cheap ride that you will walk away and forget. However while in the film, you will enjoy yourself, but maybe feel a little unsatisfied.

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xdhollywoodOct 7, 2014

This is a epic movie. This movie is like pixar went for adult audiences. I think it should get more love than it has on here, it really is an amazing movie

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5

ThegodfathersonAug 16, 2013

Robert Zemeckis made a well animated 3-D epic but nothing that I observe is special. The first half is dull and second half has a bit more gore and kiddish story of the book and epics is not well used but some fun provides. In voice acting orRobert Zemeckis made a well animated 3-D epic but nothing that I observe is special. The first half is dull and second half has a bit more gore and kiddish story of the book and epics is not well used but some fun provides. In voice acting or CGI acting its cool but nothing special. The ending is clueless and characters have no depth or story. The 3-D is good, yeah but could have been used well. The gore and violence is endless and the UNRATED version is worse. Zemeckis makes the real he digs in deep and makes it up to serve the nudity, sex, gore and violence of this dull war epic.… Expand

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DarklinkApr 26, 2013

As a Greek I always thought that film adaptations of Greek epic songs, mytholgy or history were the worst kind. I have to admit, I was wrong. Beowulf is BY FAR the most disgracing piece of computer images put together. If you have read theAs a Greek I always thought that film adaptations of Greek epic songs, mytholgy or history were the worst kind. I have to admit, I was wrong. Beowulf is BY FAR the most disgracing piece of computer images put together. If you have read the book the film is absurd. If you haven't it's demented. Thank Odin the book is miles and LEAGUES away from the piece of junk the collaborators of this retardation came up with. If Beowulf was anything like what was presented in the film, then the "Lord of the Rings" would have been called "The Grey King's Biography" and it would have been written by someone else. In short; if any Geatish hero still exists, I call upon thee, to slay the producers and director of this atrocity. These are the only monsters that endager your kingdom.… Expand

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TheGamer31Apr 7, 2013

I love this movie, one of my favorites. Even though it didn't follow the story of the book as much as I would have preferred, the movie has it's own little storyline thing that is very good. The CGI is extremely well done, as is the script.I love this movie, one of my favorites. Even though it didn't follow the story of the book as much as I would have preferred, the movie has it's own little storyline thing that is very good. The CGI is extremely well done, as is the script. And the actors they used are amazing. This is the most underrated movie of all time.… Expand

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Compi24Nov 28, 2012

It's a pretty film, but its fairly off-putting plot and characters make it a truly unsavory film experience.

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cameronmorewoodNov 8, 2012

Beowulf is a combination of great CGI and an incredibly odd, incoherent script that puzzles any intelligent viewer beyond belief. It is, though, somehow watchable.

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10

AdamanianNov 18, 2011

The animation and the story are incredible. Definitely one of the best movies ever made. I can't wait to watch it again. One of those movies that make the real world so boring for a few days after you watch it.

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JoseRochaPTOct 3, 2011

I surrender myself to the fact that the film's story is taken from scratch and based on nothing, is a failure in terms of history. It is the same as saying that the word "Hoifk" is a race of elves. Anyone could create an history like this byI surrender myself to the fact that the film's story is taken from scratch and based on nothing, is a failure in terms of history. It is the same as saying that the word "Hoifk" is a race of elves. Anyone could create an history like this by pressing randomly at any keyboard letters.… Expand

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grandpajoe6191Sep 30, 2011

"Beowulf" is a epic remake of the original tale of vikings. It lacks the depth or symbolism of the characters, but it certainly does have the glorious gore and blood going on.

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Spielberg00Aug 4, 2011

BEOWULF is an amazing movie, but it is clearly for adults only. Even though it has blood, gore, and nudity galore, the animation concept was quite seemingly used to be rated PG-13 rather than rated a well-deserved R--the animation is quiteBEOWULF is an amazing movie, but it is clearly for adults only. Even though it has blood, gore, and nudity galore, the animation concept was quite seemingly used to be rated PG-13 rather than rated a well-deserved R--the animation is quite realistic, believe it or not. Besides that fact, I have not read the epic poem off which this film is based, so I can't exactly dictate how faithful it is to the source material, but it was well-produced, well-acted (or voice-acted, if you wish), and intensely thrilling in a great stupefying way that will leave you emitting at least fifty "wow"s throughout its entirety.… Expand

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CharlottePApr 13, 2011

Risible accents ("I am Beowulf. Come to kill your monstah - Innit"), hamfisted choreography, and neither-fish-nor-fowl between real actor and cartoon character, this patient presented as a film that couldn't decide whether it wanted to beRisible accents ("I am Beowulf. Come to kill your monstah - Innit"), hamfisted choreography, and neither-fish-nor-fowl between real actor and cartoon character, this patient presented as a film that couldn't decide whether it wanted to be comedy or horror and ended up being neither. Epically boring.

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SasquatchFelixDec 16, 2010

None of the reviewers who gave it over a 30 actually have ever read beowulf, I have and this has almost zero to do with the epic poem. It is just a bad attempt to "hollywoodize" the poem

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MovieLonely94Oct 27, 2010

just wait though why he may roam. always, a hero comes home.

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TrixieOct 23, 2010

I loved this movie. I thought it brought a difficult text to life, giving it a new interpretation suited for cinematic length and modern audiences, and would be brilliant for A level literature students. When this poem was first writtenI loved this movie. I thought it brought a difficult text to life, giving it a new interpretation suited for cinematic length and modern audiences, and would be brilliant for A level literature students. When this poem was first written down it had already been narrated by travelling storytellers for centuries, changing and improvising it into many versions, so those who complain it isn't a strict interpretation should see it in its historical context. I thought the animation was brilliant; dark , chilling, horrific, gory and allowing fight sequences worthy of its heroes. The cast, even behind their animated avatars, were brave and noble. And I thought the story of Grendel's mother was a great plot idea giving an extra, modern twist to the tragedy. All in all, one of the best movies I have seen for ages.… Expand

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GrantC.Sep 3, 2008

Undoubtedly the worst book adaptation of all time, and one of the worst movies I've seen. What happened to the amazing story? All they had to do was use the book as a script, but noooooo, they had to screw it up. If they want to change Undoubtedly the worst book adaptation of all time, and one of the worst movies I've seen. What happened to the amazing story? All they had to do was use the book as a script, but noooooo, they had to screw it up. If they want to change the story so it surprises more people, it better be a good change, not something atrocious.… Expand

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HamedM.Jul 22, 2008

We should thank Mr.Zemeckis and the Anonymous writer of Beowulf for reminding us that: We father our own children of deeds.

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KittyJul 6, 2008

One of the worst movies of all time! I love the book and I was hoping that they would take more from it than just the character names, and lo and behold That's all they took from it! And plus there was a severe lack of clothing!

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JakeH.Jun 19, 2008

Obviously This movie was impressive what did you think? No Blood or guts? PaaaaLease! Great Job, Robert Zemeckis.

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JiaqiC.May 19, 2008

Interesting action, accentuated by the absorbing and involving nature of the new Real D format. The characters were however, still as plastic as previous 3D offers and dialogue bland and corny.

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JimMar 18, 2008

The best real 3d movie I have ever seen. It is great that they have managed to capture the personalities of the real actors. The definition of an action movie.

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IraM.Mar 7, 2008

Intense action, fantastic visuals, excellent story, awesome violence. thumbs up.

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kenCMar 5, 2008

It's a cartoon - if you go from that premise it's not too bad. I thought some of the scenes were in poor taste early on which took away from the story which was okay to watch. A little better editing would have helped out some. The It's a cartoon - if you go from that premise it's not too bad. I thought some of the scenes were in poor taste early on which took away from the story which was okay to watch. A little better editing would have helped out some. The format has promise.… Expand

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FinnW.Feb 29, 2008

At times, it almost looks cool, but never quite looks right. The story is a mess and Hollywood warps another classic tale by re-telling it the wrong way. A waste of time that will probably be loved by everyone who regularly watches the junk At times, it almost looks cool, but never quite looks right. The story is a mess and Hollywood warps another classic tale by re-telling it the wrong way. A waste of time that will probably be loved by everyone who regularly watches the junk on Sci-Fi Network.… Expand

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RobJ.Feb 29, 2008

Looks okay but a trifle tedious.

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AdrianP.Feb 28, 2008

Why motion capture this? Wouldn't it be better without the creepy dead eye computer generated actors (who look just like the real life actors anyway)? The story was all right, but you got the feeling it could've been so much better.

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SimonP.Feb 26, 2008

Really well done and very scary in its own way just love the way Grendel is done.

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MikeL.Feb 26, 2008

In IMAX 3D, this movie gets a 10, I think almost any movie in that format would. However, in standard format, there is nothing to distinguish this version from the many others. Grendel is unimpressive and Angelina's scenes are nice to In IMAX 3D, this movie gets a 10, I think almost any movie in that format would. However, in standard format, there is nothing to distinguish this version from the many others. Grendel is unimpressive and Angelina's scenes are nice to look at until you realize it is computer animation. The technology does have potential, but even the blockbuster cast can't save this one.… Expand

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ChristopherJFeb 23, 2008

Intense action rivaling LotR and 300.

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JayH.Feb 22, 2008

The computer enhanced live action seems to be the main focus of the film, and once the novelty of that wears off, it doesn't leave much substance. It is impressive to watch however and I was never bored, but by the end I was a little The computer enhanced live action seems to be the main focus of the film, and once the novelty of that wears off, it doesn't leave much substance. It is impressive to watch however and I was never bored, but by the end I was a little tired of it.… Expand

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LuisG.Feb 20, 2008

What does the academy have against robert zemeckis .. heres an animated feature that was both incredible to watch and beautiful crafted and voiced picture.... not even a tech nomination ?

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HomarusA.Feb 13, 2008

Impressive storytelling through animation.

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ChrisB.Feb 12, 2008

Occasionally perfect, occasionally appalling animation. But it works esp in this sort of story.

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MarkK.Feb 9, 2008

A little shallow, but still a very impressive animated movie with some fantastic action.

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BryceL.Feb 1, 2008

Worst animated movie of all times!!!!!!

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MikaelNJan 25, 2008

Aside from the graphics there is absolutely nothing original about this movie. It's all been done before, over and over again... and so on. Stereotypical, unoriginal, cliché.

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MotörHeadJan 24, 2008

Really liked this movie. State of art animation. And Anthony Hopkins is doing well as usual. Even the animated Anthony. Not bad.

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TessaJan 23, 2008

Not the worst movie but 300 was way better, it seemed more real.. don't care for the 3-D.. seemed too cartoony.

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[Anonymous]Jan 12, 2008

I liked this movie a lot. But God, why is it PG-13? It had Angelina Jolie with the anatomy of a barbie doll. And the ending was satifying. But Beowulf is so cool and is a visual masterpiece. I give it a 9/10

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ZakorV.Dec 29, 2007

Nicly done. The CGI looked good and didn't distract from the story too much. It was refreshing to see a CG film for adults.

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MattMDec 28, 2007

If you go into this movie just looking for a bit of fun it will deliver just fine. If you can't see this in 3D then I really wouldn't recommend it. I am a fan of the original poem and was dissapointed when important themes were If you go into this movie just looking for a bit of fun it will deliver just fine. If you can't see this in 3D then I really wouldn't recommend it. I am a fan of the original poem and was dissapointed when important themes were left our and annoying modern themes were added. All in all, they made a fun average movie that could have been much, much, better.… Expand

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NickBDec 26, 2007

A cool animated film, although I kept expecting Beowulf to fidn Shreck and bone him like a fish! Seriously, though, the adaptation is an interesting reimagining of the Beowulf story, treating Beowful himself as an unreliable narrator, while A cool animated film, although I kept expecting Beowulf to fidn Shreck and bone him like a fish! Seriously, though, the adaptation is an interesting reimagining of the Beowulf story, treating Beowful himself as an unreliable narrator, while tying in the various elements of his life in to a coherent whole. Not for purists of myth, perhaps, but those who enjoy studying the film for its merits as a modern remake will enjoy it. One side note: I found the Grendel bits almost painful to watch, like experiencing some sort of weird acid trip. The film got better after he was dead, thankfully! Except for John Malkovich, whos typically painful performance as a an egocentric, opinionated and driven narcissist continues to haunt all films he aspires to act in; I wish the guy would stop ruining movies with his stale one-act performance and retire, please!… Expand

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AnotherGuyDec 26, 2007

Do yourselves a favor, and read the actual story... You'll have a much better time than watching this... Oh, and one more thing: This is far from the story of Beowulf than I've ever seen. DAMN HOLLYWOOD! COME UP WITH SOMETHING Do yourselves a favor, and read the actual story... You'll have a much better time than watching this... Oh, and one more thing: This is far from the story of Beowulf than I've ever seen. DAMN HOLLYWOOD! COME UP WITH SOMETHING ORIGINAL FOR ONCE!!!… Expand

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OhshiA.Dec 19, 2007

This movie was juvenile. It lost significance by departing from the original story. Instead of getting an ancient epic that questions the legitimacy of oral tradition itself, you get a 2-hour CG fart joke. A few of the 3D characters were This movie was juvenile. It lost significance by departing from the original story. Instead of getting an ancient epic that questions the legitimacy of oral tradition itself, you get a 2-hour CG fart joke. A few of the 3D characters were well rendered, but many were mediocre. It's rated PG-13 because that's the only demographic this movie would appeal to, 13 year olds.… Expand

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PamT.Dec 16, 2007

Should be R or 'PG-17' due to disturbing images. The graphics are beautifully done and the story line has Beowulf jumping off the pages of this ancient story. Casting very well done.

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AsherR.Dec 16, 2007

This movie is horrible. It was a total piece of garbage. Sure the 3D effects were amazing but that doesn't make up for the terribly stupid plot I had to endure. Do not waste your time and/or money on this movie.

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Ville-MarkusN.Dec 15, 2007

Pretty good animation-movie (?) and i would like to see more movies like this. Story could been better and they should have use more special effects but after all good movie.

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WhitneyW.Dec 13, 2007

Little of what we find in the epic is presented in the film, but such must be expected of a screenplay drawn from so rich a work. Rather than presenting and exploring any one of the old ideas, though, this movie seems to flirt with some, and Little of what we find in the epic is presented in the film, but such must be expected of a screenplay drawn from so rich a work. Rather than presenting and exploring any one of the old ideas, though, this movie seems to flirt with some, and totally misunderstand others. It tells its own original tale of a repeating chain of nobility, pride, temptation, regret and atonement, but that story gets easily lost among clumsy jabs at the epic themes. It would have been better off to have claimed no relation to the epic whatsoever. It could even stand on its own as merely a healthy mix of sex and violence.… Expand

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GTASoldierDec 12, 2007

After reading the poem and then watching the film, I have to say I'm pretty impressed with how the story of Beowulf is being adapted from the Old English Tale to the big screen although there are some inaccuraccies. This brings me to my After reading the poem and then watching the film, I have to say I'm pretty impressed with how the story of Beowulf is being adapted from the Old English Tale to the big screen although there are some inaccuraccies. This brings me to my pro/con list: Pro - The Characters are being well played. Gives a decent sense of action and power Con - 30% Inaccurate because: A) I don't really remember any part of the Tale having Grendel's mother seducing Beowulf. B) The battle of Beowulf vs. Grendel's mother was skipped and instead was replaced with her seducing the warrior. C) In the tale version, Grendel kills one of Beowulf's sleeping Geats. That's is when Beowulf comes in and fight the beast. In the film version, Grendel comes in and nearly kills everyone, and Beowulf comes in after that. Overall: It's really decent how they put Beowulf on screen. But the director added / deleted stuff off the story and that pretty much makes it inaccurate. All in all, Beowulf gets a 7 out of 10.… Expand

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SteveP.Dec 12, 2007

this movie was so bad it didnt even follow the book

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thedudeDec 12, 2007

My concern about this movie is: who is the intended audience? As an animated feature often displayed in 3D, it would have been a gold-mine if it was a movie you could take children to. But, it clearly isn't geared towards children. It My concern about this movie is: who is the intended audience? As an animated feature often displayed in 3D, it would have been a gold-mine if it was a movie you could take children to. But, it clearly isn't geared towards children. It has far too much sexual content and violence to be kid friendly. A lot of the stuff they chose to put in seems pretty dumb and gratuitous too. On the other hand, the 3D, if you go see it in that format, is outstanding. It's absolutely brilliant in some parts. So, without the 3D, I'd probably rate the movie a 2 or a 3, but if you like 3D and animation, and are cool with a lot of gratuitous innuendo, some cgi nudity, and some blood and guts, then you'll probably have a good time. Definitely more of a ride than a movie, I would say, and it's all about the 3D.… Expand

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TommyH.Dec 12, 2007

"I...am...Beowulf! *croaky*"? What the hell? This is the worst phrase I never heard before (plus this film sucks, and has terrible stories). Ok, here's a great and catchy phrase: "This...is...SPARTA!!". Now this is what I call "best "I...am...Beowulf! *croaky*"? What the hell? This is the worst phrase I never heard before (plus this film sucks, and has terrible stories). Ok, here's a great and catchy phrase: "This...is...SPARTA!!". Now this is what I call "best voice". Actor who played as Beowulf, please drink a lot of water.… Expand

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MichaelT.Dec 10, 2007

okay you can work with cgi. wow... So does the video game community for quite some time already... I only went to see it because I had free tickets... I walked out after I think about 20 minutes give or take (first time ever I walked out on okay you can work with cgi. wow... So does the video game community for quite some time already... I only went to see it because I had free tickets... I walked out after I think about 20 minutes give or take (first time ever I walked out on a movie) and went for a drink... I had a couple of Long Island Ice Teas... They were good... It makes more sense to rate the bar next to the movie theatre. But seriously, who (outside Brad Pitt obviously and pubescent teenagers) still thinks Angelina Jolie is good-looking? I mean she never had acting skills anyway so CG is her futere I guess... even there she looks as fake as in real life... And the first twenty so minutes wern't really that well-done either... I've seen better videogames so....… Expand

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StanWDec 10, 2007

These movie critics make me laugh. Of course this is not some deep thought provoking movie. It is a fun, action packed adventure. You got to see it in 3D. The 3D effects are fantastic. My girlfriend loved it. Real men like action movies with These movie critics make me laugh. Of course this is not some deep thought provoking movie. It is a fun, action packed adventure. You got to see it in 3D. The 3D effects are fantastic. My girlfriend loved it. Real men like action movies with hotties , like Angelina. We don't like slow sub-titled boring movies that win film festivals.… Expand

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GeorginaK.Dec 10, 2007

Here is a thought! Abolish the MPAA rating system. Since apparently the one in place absolutely cannot be trusted. I quote from the MPAA PG-13 guidelines, "More than brief nudity will require at least a PG-13 rating, but such nudity in a Here is a thought! Abolish the MPAA rating system. Since apparently the one in place absolutely cannot be trusted. I quote from the MPAA PG-13 guidelines, "More than brief nudity will require at least a PG-13 rating, but such nudity in a PG-13 rated motion picture generally will not be sexually oriented." Wow, I guess I was imaging things because I could have sworn while watching Beowulf that not only is the nudity in this picture prolonged, but it extremely sexuality oriented, having unrelenting sexual references throughout the moving as well. Oh, and don't forget the obvious sexual moaning during a scene with nearly fully exposed heaving breasts either. The sexual wording is such that it carefully and conveniently circumvents direct reference to sex using antiquated wording like "fornication" and "having knowledge," while sexual acts, some of which are highly incestuous, are explicitly implied. Furthermore, the violence in this movie is over the top. "There may be depictions of violence in a PG-13 movie, but generally not both realistic and extreme or persistent violence." The violence in this movie is highly realistic, extreme, and persistent. Due to the 3-D effects, this movie is quite intense. This movie obviously belongs in a category higher than PG-13- the MPAA system guidelines state so plain as day. Who needs an MPAA system anyway. The movie industry clearly does not care about rating a movie properly, only about appealing to as many demographic areas as possible at the same time in order to make as much money as possible.… Expand

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JabezTDec 9, 2007

I just saw this in 3D IMAX and while I am not usually a big action film fan, this was the frickin' bomb! It's visually stunning and the action sequences are amazing. Scholars will undoubtedly be aghast at the liberties taken with I just saw this in 3D IMAX and while I am not usually a big action film fan, this was the frickin' bomb! It's visually stunning and the action sequences are amazing. Scholars will undoubtedly be aghast at the liberties taken with the original, but for the rest of us, fasten your seat belts and enjoy the ride. If you are going to see only one movie in the theater, this is the one. It will be dreadful as a home rental on the small screen--I don't care how big your home theater is. See it 3-D IMAX if at all possible. Is this the beginning of a melding of video games and film? Perhaps and that is certainly disquieting in concept, but for now, I AM BOEWULF.… Expand

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ChadS.Dec 8, 2007

Wiglaf(Brendan Gleeson) is like the guy in John Ford's "The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance" who says(about the Jimmy Stewart character), "When the legend becomes truth. Print the legend." This adaptation of the eleventh century historical Wiglaf(Brendan Gleeson) is like the guy in John Ford's "The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance" who says(about the Jimmy Stewart character), "When the legend becomes truth. Print the legend." This adaptation of the eleventh century historical poem by an anonymous writer is about as literary as Roland Joffe's torching of Nathaniel Hawthorne's "The Scarlet Letter", but it has an accidental sophistication, an intertextuality which transforms this special-effects extravaganza into an ingeniusous display of meta-fiction. It's fun to imagine that Wiglaf is the anonymous poet who wanted to honor his friend, so he left out the juicy innuendoes and concentrated on Beowulf's good points. As a writer of the times, an epoch in which our literary heroes were archetypal, infallible men of bravery and valor, it's only natural that Wiglaf would neglect to document his friend's affair with Grendel's hot mom. This seemingly stupid Hollywood take on a hallowed text from the English canon is not so stupid if you're aware that it's widely speculated among theologian scholars that the Old and New Testaments were censored texts. This movie transforms the original "Beowulf" into a censored text.… Expand

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JamesM.Dec 5, 2007

The movie just failed to interest me on ANY level.

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CeltanceDec 5, 2007

There are few things in this film that may remind you of the 8th century epic poem which it is supposedly based on. Pros: Some battle instances and scenary layout. Cons: -No deep understanding at all of Germanic conscience. -Angelina There are few things in this film that may remind you of the 8th century epic poem which it is supposedly based on. Pros: Some battle instances and scenary layout. Cons: -No deep understanding at all of Germanic conscience. -Angelina Jolie's character is a platitude in itself thanks to "modern" additions (female fluidity, females and temptation...etc). -In the poem, beowulf cuts the heads of Grendel and his mother. In the "modern" version, Mr. Zemeckis seems more interested in hinting at a sexual curse (with profuse tasteless puns and one-liners throughout the film) than in rendering the epic poem as it was originally compiled. -Complete misunderstanding of the conflict between Germanic and Christian thought in the original poem. -I bet Mr. Zemeckis has never read J. R. R. Tolkien's article "The Monsters and the Critics" in order to get to know what the monster deal in this epic poem is about. The film actually blasts away the sense of doom in these Germanic tribes' conscience and pays no attention to the description that the original 8th-century poem makes of Grendel and his mother. The important thing to Mr. Zemeckis seems just to display Miss Jolie and to bring up a circa 1975 depiction of grendel as a victim of society. It is a "passtime" film easily entertaining to people who have not read the original poem, who had no idea about its plot or cultural context and who may not express their disgust at Mr. Zemeckis' platitudinal and superficial portrayal of Germanic society. The director, the actors and the scriptwriter should have read the Anglo Saxon poem first (or Seamus Heaney's verse translation) and some articles on it, including Tolkien's "The Monsters and the Critics". This film is a "fast-food passtime", a lost opportunity that pays little homage to the original Anglo-Saxon work.… Expand

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RobSDec 5, 2007

If you already know the story of Beowulf, your going to be relying on the graphics and violence to entertain you, fortunately for the flim theyve done a cracking job with it. the long range sweeping visuals are just stunning, and the If you already know the story of Beowulf, your going to be relying on the graphics and violence to entertain you, fortunately for the flim theyve done a cracking job with it. the long range sweeping visuals are just stunning, and the violence is at time comically ott. Mr Malkovic is the star of the show in terms of acting, with sir Anthony a modest second. My favourite bit is the naked fight.… Expand

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RitBDec 4, 2007

This movie is a technological feast for the eyes. If you see it, see it in 3-D and be prepared to be amazed. I've seen 3-D movies before and having objects come out of the screen and poke at the audience is one of the main draws of 3-D. This movie is a technological feast for the eyes. If you see it, see it in 3-D and be prepared to be amazed. I've seen 3-D movies before and having objects come out of the screen and poke at the audience is one of the main draws of 3-D. There's plenty of that in this movie but also something else I don't recall seeing --- that is having objects appear to come from behind the audience and move toward the screen. The story was good and interesting and the battle scenes, especially the last scene with the dragon, were exciting and imaginative. A great movie which will stay in my memory for a long, long time.… Expand

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CliveS.Dec 3, 2007

I went into the film with some trepidation, and came away feeling that I just just watched something between Shrek and Austin Powers. Beowulf himself had the voice of Ray Winstone, but the look of Sean Bean. Worst of all seemed to be the I went into the film with some trepidation, and came away feeling that I just just watched something between Shrek and Austin Powers. Beowulf himself had the voice of Ray Winstone, but the look of Sean Bean. Worst of all seemed to be the inconsistency of dialects; whoever heard of a cockney South African? The story was well told and some sequences were very well done, but not much good to say about a 2-hour film.… Expand

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TomD.Dec 2, 2007

IMAX is the way to go, best looking thing I ever saw. Without it slips a little but that didn't matter cause it does something no other non kiddy movie has ever done. Adult subject matter and CG finally as one and those stupid Final IMAX is the way to go, best looking thing I ever saw. Without it slips a little but that didn't matter cause it does something no other non kiddy movie has ever done. Adult subject matter and CG finally as one and those stupid Final Fantasy movies don't count.… Expand

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TrollDec 2, 2007

The mixed between animation and reality is too confused. It could be the violent side of Fairytopia.

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MichaeS.Dec 2, 2007

Great film. The first scene with Grendel in the hall is breathtaking, really took my breath away. I've never seen such a thrilling and downright scary scene.

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CrackA.Dec 2, 2007

Saw this in Imax 3D

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BobCDec 1, 2007

What??i can't believe this movie getting 0s,this movie was incredible,best animated movie since toy story in my opinion. don't listen to those harsh criticizers. My guess is that they are old english scholars still reciting the What??i can't believe this movie getting 0s,this movie was incredible,best animated movie since toy story in my opinion. don't listen to those harsh criticizers. My guess is that they are old english scholars still reciting the beowulf poem or something. 10/10,hands down. watch it and be amazed.… Expand

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AnadeaD.Nov 30, 2007

What a piece of Dragon poo. I mean, a demon-Angelina Jolie-lookalike with high heels? Well at least I had a good laugh with Beowulf constantly taking his cloths off, we called him FKK-Wulf afterwards...

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ToddR.Nov 29, 2007

Critics suck. best popcorn movie i've seen in a long, long time

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JarrodKNov 29, 2007

I had to see this movie as a requirement for an English Class, and I have to say that it is the worst movie that I have seen all year. The liberties the writers take with the script are just downright ridiculous and do nothing to improve the I had to see this movie as a requirement for an English Class, and I have to say that it is the worst movie that I have seen all year. The liberties the writers take with the script are just downright ridiculous and do nothing to improve the story. Angelina Jolie as Grendel's mother? Wow, that really stretches both the Epic of Beowulf and John Gardner's Grendel. This movie had so much potential, but really wasted the charm that the original story had and instead replaced it with animated sexual lust. A resounding 2 out of 10.… Expand

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ErnestPNov 28, 2007

Best 3D movie to date. Technology vastly improved. Did not overdo 3D imaging.

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BobR.Nov 27, 2007

Fantastic graphics. Great actors. Interesting reworking of the English language's oldest epic.

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NiceGirlNov 26, 2007

It was the best!! The movie was packed with 3D effects and I've never seen anything like it. Beowulf is one of the most entertaining movies I've ever seen so far.

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slipninjaNov 25, 2007

I've walked out of fewer than five movies in my entire life, and this was one of them. I'm sorry, but I don't see how an awful story/script can be redeemed by groundbreaking special effects. The only demographic I see this I've walked out of fewer than five movies in my entire life, and this was one of them. I'm sorry, but I don't see how an awful story/script can be redeemed by groundbreaking special effects. The only demographic I see this satisfying are 14 year old video game addicts, and the few adults who think the next breakthrough in Hollywood CGI constitutes "art" in film. I can just imagine how the script read... BEOWULF: AAAAHHHHHHH!!!!! Cut to Grendel. GRENDEL: AAAAHHHHHHH!!!!!! Cut to Beowulf's soldier. SOLDIER: AAAAHHHHHHH!!!!! Cut to King Hrothgar. HROTHGAR: AAAAAHHHHH!!!!!! And here's the real problem... CGI is getting so realistic it's almost good enough to fool you into believing the animated characters are real people. WHY do we want to do this? Is there some hidden virtue getting to this point? Consider this... why do people go to hear live musical performances when they can listen to practically perfect studio recordings without leaving their couch?… Expand

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ScottRNov 25, 2007

Most people may not like the film that much because the deepest message is one that takes some thinking and pondering to interpret. Also, the last half of the movie is completely different from the classic medieval poem. My guess is English Most people may not like the film that much because the deepest message is one that takes some thinking and pondering to interpret. Also, the last half of the movie is completely different from the classic medieval poem. My guess is English majors will not enjoy it. The CG is phenomenal. The score is beautiful. Many images that I will not soon forget. An incredible movie overall.… Expand

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PrintninjaNov 25, 2007

I would rather sniff a baboon's butt then sit through 5 minutes of this travesty.

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LS650Nov 25, 2007

Great visuals, but a mediocre story and stiff 'acting' make for a so-so movie. 5 out of 10.

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TonyS.Nov 24, 2007

Overall I thought this film was okay. It was worth seeing in the theater, however the odds of my buying it are still low.

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SatturnoM.Nov 24, 2007

Very boring.

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DomH.Nov 24, 2007

How can people not like this film? It's fantastic, engaging, beautifully made and different than other things you see nowadays. Thoroughly innovative and fun. I never wanted it to end.

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SeanF.Nov 23, 2007

While this movie doesn't overcome all the present hurdles of representing emotionally vivid characters in CGI, It plays excellently to the strengths of the medium. The score and voice acting is masterful done and Grendel is successfully While this movie doesn't overcome all the present hurdles of representing emotionally vivid characters in CGI, It plays excellently to the strengths of the medium. The score and voice acting is masterful done and Grendel is successfully portrayed with an air of violent horror. It could have been more epic than it was, but it remains a shining example of a sometimes troubled medium and is definitely worth seeing.… Expand

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BruceNov 23, 2007

Great looking film, but weak in a lot of areas. Overall I can only give it a 5 out of 10.

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AaronHNov 23, 2007

This movie is a lot of fun! It has great heroes, monsters, hot women, exciting action, just enough drama, and a nice sense of humur. The 3D version rocks, but it is easy to focus almost completely on the visuals and not the story itself.

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ChuckW.Nov 22, 2007

Not the greatest adventure movie of all time, but definitely not the worst, either. Yes, there are some corny lines, but this isn't supposed to be Shakespeare. Very enjoyable and thoroughly well done visually. It is what it is and Not the greatest adventure movie of all time, but definitely not the worst, either. Yes, there are some corny lines, but this isn't supposed to be Shakespeare. Very enjoyable and thoroughly well done visually. It is what it is and it's very good at what it is.… Expand

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GeorgeG.Nov 22, 2007

Its a shame that people give this movie negative reviews based on its style especially when its style is such an achievement. But be warned, if you cant enjoy this film because of a lack of experience with, or an appreciation for this style, Its a shame that people give this movie negative reviews based on its style especially when its style is such an achievement. But be warned, if you cant enjoy this film because of a lack of experience with, or an appreciation for this style, you wont be able to get past it. I found it refreshing that this movie doesn't try to do anything other than provide an entertaining thrill ride. Those expecting anything else are looking for a different movie, which isn't the fault of the movie, its the fault of the viewer.… Expand

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JeffK.Nov 21, 2007

This movie was purely entertaining. Solid story, great voice acting and stunning special effects. This will prove to be a high water mark in CGI actor movies much like Terminator 2 was for live action film.

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ArthurC.Nov 20, 2007

Visually stunning, especially the Digital 3-D that I saw. However, I don't know if I would've liked it much if I just saw the 2-D movie. There are some grand ideas here that seem to fall short, as if the screenwriters wanted to Visually stunning, especially the Digital 3-D that I saw. However, I don't know if I would've liked it much if I just saw the 2-D movie. There are some grand ideas here that seem to fall short, as if the screenwriters wanted to explore themes, but got lost thanks to the studio making cuts. I would've like to hear more about the loss of myths thanks to the move from polytheism to monotheism. It's mentioned, but feels more like an afterthought. The action scenes, however, are stunning, and the whole 3-D element gives it the feel of a great theme park ride. It succeeds in spades on that aspect alone. All it needs is a better told story.… Expand

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JohnDoeNov 20, 2007

Ok, for the life of me I don't understand the negative reviews. Let me compare it to an earlier "Blockbuster" this year. This is the type of Movie I expected to see when I walked into 300, but didn't get from 300. Its Beautiful to Ok, for the life of me I don't understand the negative reviews. Let me compare it to an earlier "Blockbuster" this year. This is the type of Movie I expected to see when I walked into 300, but didn't get from 300. Its Beautiful to look at, full of action, and "overall" the dialogue is engaging. I found it a relief to have actually enjoyed an action movie for once this year as all I have gotten was 2 hours of dull drool and 20 minutes of campy action that took itself too serious. And for god sakes as far as an enjoyable theater experience, see this thing in 3D, you cant beat it.… Expand

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EspressoMachineNov 20, 2007

Terrible. Just terrible. The animated actors are all stuck in the Uncanny Valley.

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JoeyF.Nov 19, 2007

You don't go to movies like Troy, 300 and Beowulf for a perfectly scripted, deep original story. You go for the glory, the epic scope and the sheer beauty of the art. You go for the battles, the over the top love stories and the You don't go to movies like Troy, 300 and Beowulf for a perfectly scripted, deep original story. You go for the glory, the epic scope and the sheer beauty of the art. You go for the battles, the over the top love stories and the universal connection. They're kind of what I imagine musicals must be for girls...kind of cheesy yes but that's beside the point. This movie delivered above and beyond in every category I went to it for. Beauty, passion, excitement, epic battles and a timeless epic story. People that complain about the plot forget that it's based on (and an an improvement on in my opinion) an ancient story that's really pretty straight forward. If you want a sweet unique touching movie go see Lars and the Real Girl. If you want an balls to the wall, sexy as hell, blood and guts thrill ride go see Beowulf. You won't be disappointed!!… Expand

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JayS.Nov 19, 2007

This movie was awful. It is one of the worst of the year and ,quite possibly, of all time. The movie was no where close to the book. The first hour and a half was dumb as hell and I couldn't care less about the last 30 minutes where it This movie was awful. It is one of the worst of the year and ,quite possibly, of all time. The movie was no where close to the book. The first hour and a half was dumb as hell and I couldn't care less about the last 30 minutes where it started to put itself back together. One question, why the hell did he have to keep taking his clothes off when he fights? I found it completely unnecessary. I laughed more than I was impressed with this movie(which was quite a bit.) I mean, come on! The "strategical placement" of the environment to block Beowulf's "Little Wulf"? That was freaking hilarious. I fell out of my chair laughing. I cant see how people can enjoy this piece of crap, it's unbelievable.… Expand

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ChristianPowersNov 19, 2007

Don't be distracted by mediocre video game animation. This is a bad movie that throws the original epic out the window of a shiny Hollywood limo.

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KatrinaNov 19, 2007

I thoroughly enjoyed this movie. It was well-made and well-acted. I'm surprised that some people hated it.

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dglitcherNov 19, 2007

Best thing I have ever scene in digital 3d at IMAX . the whole movie through is packed with the 3d effect . Unlike nightmare before Christmas which redid 2 scenes and the opening credits in the 3d. .... cant wait till Phillips wowvx is out . Best thing I have ever scene in digital 3d at IMAX . the whole movie through is packed with the 3d effect . Unlike nightmare before Christmas which redid 2 scenes and the opening credits in the 3d. .... cant wait till Phillips wowvx is out . This will be the best showcase of what digital 3d can do .… Expand

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JoeL.Nov 19, 2007

English majors, rejoice. Canterbury Tales can't be long in following... The visuals (I saw in 3-D) dominate this film, because you can create so many gorgeous shots with impossible focus and rollercoaster pans when you are working with English majors, rejoice. Canterbury Tales can't be long in following... The visuals (I saw in 3-D) dominate this film, because you can create so many gorgeous shots with impossible focus and rollercoaster pans when you are working with animation. The story is myth and the imagery is completely harmonious with that approach. Gaiman's story is really a reimagining of the poem, where Hrothgar and Beowulf have common vulnerabilities and flaws (specifically Angelina Jolie nude) that cost them their chance at happiness. One thing that CGI still can't replicate well is the movement of the mouth. Polar Express, Final Fantasy and Beowulf still lack the sneer, spittle, pursing of the cheeks and the baring of the upper teeth that distinguish live movement from flat lip flapping. The other negative is the poor development of the king's wife's character, which is another dreamed-up concept; for it to be believable, Gaiman should have given her something to do other than be the kept woman and damsel in distress. The final battle with the dragon ranks as one of the most intense CGI experiences, in the same class as Gandalf's descending battle with the underworld demon in LOTR: Two Towers and Harry Potter's duel with the dragon in HP: Goblet of Fire. Don't take your children under 13, seriously. Grendel is as nightmare-inducing as the creature of the original poem.… Expand

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syzygyNov 19, 2007

Stunning visuals. I'm amazed how far the technology has come and imagine where it will be in a few years. Its impact on the economics and traditional production of film-making will be resounding. The only serious flaw I care to dwell on Stunning visuals. I'm amazed how far the technology has come and imagine where it will be in a few years. Its impact on the economics and traditional production of film-making will be resounding. The only serious flaw I care to dwell on also concerns the CGI. For all its achievements with realism, its still cannot replicate pathos or any of the subtler shades of feeling that constitute fine dramas. Characters appear sallow, their faces and eyes lack vitality, and their interactions are distant.… Expand

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ChrisCNov 19, 2007

Might have been a good movie if they didn't blatantly sex it up for the male 13-29 demographic. It's hard to suspend disbelief when you can tell every second that you're being pandered to. Filmmakers also need to realize that Might have been a good movie if they didn't blatantly sex it up for the male 13-29 demographic. It's hard to suspend disbelief when you can tell every second that you're being pandered to. Filmmakers also need to realize that overuse of CGI makes it extremely hard to suspend disbelief.… Expand

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