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dapennOct 25, 2017

First off, this movie is quite amazing. From its cinematography, to its acting, to its overall plot it is a phenomenal movie from start to finish. But this is not a movie to go see with your friends. The one thing you need to know is that youFirst off, this movie is quite amazing. From its cinematography, to its acting, to its overall plot it is a phenomenal movie from start to finish. But this is not a movie to go see with your friends. The one thing you need to know is that you really need to pay attention to what happening. You should not look at your phone when watching this movie. This movie is almost 3 hours long and you really need to pay attention in order to get whats going on in this film. The pacing of the movie is slow and it takes its time explaining what is happening on screen, but paying attention is a definite. But if you have the time, this movie is surely worth the money!… Expand

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HyapeDec 21, 2017

It's an amazing picrure. A near perfect, with deep deep atmospere. A masterpiece.

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nightmovesJan 29, 2018

Blade Runner 2049 is a great movie that keeps you guessing until the very end. The movie has a great cast and plot. Also, the tech that was created for this movie seems so real and fits so well into their crafted world. The only negative forBlade Runner 2049 is a great movie that keeps you guessing until the very end. The movie has a great cast and plot. Also, the tech that was created for this movie seems so real and fits so well into their crafted world. The only negative for me would be the "soundtrack". Villeneuve opted to copy the booms and bass drops from his other movie the Arrival and I feel that it distracts from the movie in places.… Expand

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lucasstarkJan 2, 2018

the movie is amazing from start to end, a sequel the original deserves, a must see movie

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UmangGoslingJan 21, 2018

This movie reminds me of why I love watching movies.it has everything perfect I mean every Little thing is perfect stars from Screenplay is awesome it has every layer that I want from the movie like Blade Runner.I am a big fan of RidleyThis movie reminds me of why I love watching movies.it has everything perfect I mean every Little thing is perfect stars from Screenplay is awesome it has every layer that I want from the movie like Blade Runner.I am a big fan of Ridley Scott's original 1982 Blade Runner its flawed masterpiece and I love the movie too.let's talk about the cinematography of Mr. Roger Deakins I love that mans vision for movies the visuals are mesmerizing and heart touching and a lot of the work, not Evan Camerawork. Mr.Deni Villeneuve directing doing such a fantastic job he is the guy who created Sicario,Prisoner,Enemy,and arrival it makes total seance that he is Great director working today and lets talk about acting of Ryan Gosling this man is getting better and better at his job his work is amazing and Harrison Ford and Robin Wright also did nice job and also Female Actress as well.The soundtrack of this move is Beautiful as hell and overall this is the best Sci-fi movie I have seen in a long time.One thing that I am very impressed about that is they didn't try too hard for making this sequel I mean they didn't try to make a 7 or 8 movie franchise they just make a great Sequel of all time. This movie is now on my all-time best movies list.… Expand

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BarreOct 6, 2017

Blade Runner 2049
Director: Dennis Villeneuve
Release Date: October 6, 2017 I cannot stress enough to see this movie only seeing the first trailer to come out and because I don’t want to spoil the story I wont be delving into the summary ofBlade Runner 2049
Director: Dennis Villeneuve
Release Date: October 6, 2017

I cannot stress enough to see this movie only seeing the first trailer to come out and because I don’t want to spoil the story I wont be delving into the summary of the film only the reasons it deserves your attention.. My expectations were set at this middling point of ok fro this film. I though they are either building upon the classic sci-fi masterpiece Blade Runner (released in 1982), or they are delivering this film for a complete cash in and an investment banking on the new generation liking it inevitably setting up future films they aren't necessary franchise films. But that’s the key word in describing Blade Runners brilliance, necessary. Sequels hardly ever do good because they weren't planned to be made, they feel like excess lore that usually feels only questionably fitting. But Blade Runner 2049 not only fits into the blade runner universe, but after seeing it I realized it filled a whole in my heart I didn’t realize I had. Blade Runner 2049 is going to be a pillar of a film I point to that stresses the masterful skill we have today. Roger Deacons , Hans Zimmer, and Dennis Villeneuve form a cinema dream team. The music rumbles with prestige at the perfect moments to exemplify the intensity in the scene. The cinematography is simply some of the best work I've seen from Roger Deacons (also known as one of the most revered and talented cinematographers to hit the industry) with such an expanded amount of colors and riveting set pieces truly do the job of immersing you in this universe. And Dennis Villeneuve has proven himself a master in this new era of film making; transcending one of the greatest films ever made with a story (which I wont spoil) that hooks you with thought provoking themes, sharp turns to keep from falling into predictableness and tugging on the moral heartstrings fantastically all while building these few but very memorable characters with unflinching performances. Everything is delivered with such refinement, Blade Runner 2049 earns the respect from new film goers and fans of the original alike, being one of the greatest sequels ever made and the best film of the year.… Expand

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lager96Oct 7, 2017

Blade Runner 2049, like it's predecessor, is a flawed masterpiece, except it isn't flawed. Right from the opening shot you are immersed into this bleak world. The atmosphere and the haunting score complement the already fantasticBlade Runner 2049, like it's predecessor, is a flawed masterpiece, except it isn't flawed. Right from the opening shot you are immersed into this bleak world. The atmosphere and the haunting score complement the already fantastic cinematography to make this one of the years highlighted films. Ryan Gosling and Harrison Ford give their best performances to date, which helps elevate the story (which I won't spoil here) to a masterful degree. In fact, every actor and actress in this film give it everything they have and it shows. There isn't a single weak link in the cast which you cannot say very often. This is one of the years best films, if not the best. If your a fan of the original or sci-fi movies in general, you owe it to yourself to watch this masterpiece of a film!… Expand

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lennycliff123Oct 7, 2017

I generally hate the word 'awesome' but it's a fitting description of Blade Runner 2049. Watching it {on the biggest screen I could find} took me back to the days when going to the cinema was an 'event'. The film, while not without its flawsI generally hate the word 'awesome' but it's a fitting description of Blade Runner 2049. Watching it {on the biggest screen I could find} took me back to the days when going to the cinema was an 'event'. The film, while not without its flaws is a mesmerizing experience as a whole. Highly recommended.… Expand

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ChickenphOct 6, 2017

This is an outstanding movie. Very well-directed, and the design (and attention to detail) is exceptional...I can’t believe it, but this is a worthy sequel to the original.
It’s definitely atmospheric, so don’t go in expecting the emphasis toThis is an outstanding movie. Very well-directed, and the design (and attention to detail) is exceptional...I can’t believe it, but this is a worthy sequel to the original.
It’s definitely atmospheric, so don’t go in expecting the emphasis to be on action. I don’t know how else to say it: my friends and I left the theater and agreed that we were blown away.
Instant classic. There, I said it!… Expand

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SpangleOct 10, 2017

A little under a year ago, I declared Denis Villeneuve to be my favorite modern director in my review of Arrival. Now, with Blade Runner 2049, Villeneuve confirms my assertion and furthers my belief that Roger Deakins is the best modernA little under a year ago, I declared Denis Villeneuve to be my favorite modern director in my review of Arrival. Now, with Blade Runner 2049, Villeneuve confirms my assertion and furthers my belief that Roger Deakins is the best modern cinematographer. Put the two together and poetic, thoughtful, and visual magic happens. Blade Runner 2049 is the perfect embodiment of this with the two combining to bring forth a film that stands as one of the best of 2017 to date. Gorgeous, thoughtful, and brilliantly unraveling at a methodical-but-not-slow pace, Blade Runner 2049 is a film that makes me want to revisit the original, after having absolutely loathed it three years ago (I saw the Final Cut so do not even bring up the different cuts). Now, as my own journey through cinema alters, I am in a position to enjoy and bask in the glory that is Blade Runner with 2049, Villeneuve, and Deakins, being the gateway. Blending Tarkovsky influences, Tarkovsky religion, and the story of Blade Runner, Blade Runner 2049 is a thought-provoking work that goes well beyond the essential question of; are replicants equal and deserve to live or are they sub-human?

That said, the philosophy and ideas certainly take a backseat to the work of Roger Deakins. Watching Blade Runner 2049 is akin to being able to watch a painter work on his masterpiece, marrying warm oranges with cold blues, hues of pink, and shades of green, all in the name of creating a smorgasbord of beauty that stands as a testament to both the skill of Deakins in shooting a film and his ability to use color to tell a story. In terms of just the visuals themselves, however, the gorgeous reliance on silhouettes as Agent K (Ryan Gosling) walks out of white, billowing smoke and as Agent K walks through the orange wasteland that is Las Vegas, demonstrate some of this beauty. As do shots of Gosling walks through the cold blues and greens of Los Angeles, the dark ships flying through the orange air of Vegas, the white light of a ship with orange taillights against the dark black sky, the shot of a dog staring into the distance as its master is gone, a fire burning bright orange in the dark of the night, a blind man walking out of the shadows into the orangeish hue of temple, a car pulling into a snowy and green-walled parking garage with its red brakes beaming off the ground, and a glowing pink hologram with blue hair bending over to talk to Agent K and bringing with her the pink radiance surrounding her and blending it with the dark blue aura about him. This is a film with no shot out of place, no moment that is not striking, and more than anything else, this is a testament to Deakins. Turning colors into a visual mosaic of mastery and the simple beauty of the colors themselves, Blade Runner 2049 - before the year is even over - is the most visually stunning work of 2017. There can is no debate. Few films paint such a brilliant picture that words seem to fall short of truly expressing.

Perhaps one of the greatest displays of the film's brilliant visuals comes in how it uses the colors within its palette and also its locales/sets. As an agent for the Los Angeles Police Department, Agent K is tasked with hunting down replicants. He himself was synthetically made, but is a model who cannot rebel and made after the blackout, thus, is tasked with killing replicants who may still wish to rebel. While fully obedient, he is nonetheless an outsider. At home, he finds his front door has been vandalized to say "Die Skinner". Prostitutes are wary of him due to his status as a Blade Runner. The only one who accepts him is Joi (Ana de Armas), who is girlfriend and also a hologram made as a companion for him. As he walks the streets of Los Angeles, it is constantly raining or snowing with cold blues, greens, and purples, abounding through the streets. At work, the walls are flat white and his own demeanor his cold and repressed. Joi brings him joy, but limited given the fact that she is not real and they cannot touch. His existence is one that sees him kill replicants, who he feels a connection to, but he does as he is told. For Agent K, his life is one of coldness and repression. As such, his environment embodies exactly this. Cold and unwelcoming, the cold colors found in Los Angeles define Agent K as a man who lives on the outside. This is not his home, nor is he welcome in Los Angeles. He is a man in a foreign land with no fire to warm his chilly exterior.

By direct contrast, Agent K finally finds his people and his cause in Las Vegas. As a post-apocalyptic and radioactive city, Las Vegas is covered in a thick haze that is turned a burnt orange due to the orange, burned out sky above. Left behind as Rick Deckard (Harrison Ford) is whisked away by Luv (Sylvia Hoeks), Agent K finds himself surrounded by replicants. Taken to the underground compound, surrounded by those like himself, and a warm orange fire, Agent K has finally found where he is meant to be.… Expand

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DukeJonOct 9, 2017

Two and a half hours of Ryan Gosling staring mournfully into the middle distance. I liked the flying cars. So slow I almost fell asleep in the middle of the movie.

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tuwaluaOct 11, 2017

Its a real blessing that the new Bladerunner keeps the old pacing. In a time where all big franchises from star wars to star trek uses only quick action to get the attention of the viewers. I liked the old style of film making which allowsIts a real blessing that the new Bladerunner keeps the old pacing. In a time where all big franchises from star wars to star trek uses only quick action to get the attention of the viewers. I liked the old style of film making which allows the viewer to think about it while watching. In my opinion its one of the best sequels ever made! A must for every scifi fan and a definitely must for Bladrunner fans!… Expand

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ProsmoothOct 9, 2017

There is a lot more to this screenplay than meets the eye. I think this is one of those films that demands 3 or 4 viewings before you can get a grasp on it. For one thing, the sensory overload on the first viewing kind of blunts a lot of theThere is a lot more to this screenplay than meets the eye. I think this is one of those films that demands 3 or 4 viewings before you can get a grasp on it. For one thing, the sensory overload on the first viewing kind of blunts a lot of the subtext. The cinematography and sound are nearly beyond belief. True art. The music is grand. The acting and characters are tremendous. If you're not a fan of Russian cinema or deliberate directors like Kubrick --you'll probably hate it. Go see Transformers 8. This isn't the movie for you. Will probably bomb at the box office because it's a thinking man's film, and that is just a damn shame.… Expand

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CineAutoctonoOct 8, 2017

"Blade Runner 2049" was a very good film, the special effects and story were amazing, and as long as the performances were great. Ryan Gosling was very good in his role, we see again Harrison Ford, playing Rick Deckard, and Ford does not"Blade Runner 2049" was a very good film, the special effects and story were amazing, and as long as the performances were great. Ryan Gosling was very good in his role, we see again Harrison Ford, playing Rick Deckard, and Ford does not fail, this movie has been one of the biggest and one of the best this year.… Expand

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TVJerryOct 12, 2017

This long-awaited sequel starts 30 years after the original, when a new blade runner (Ryan Gosling) is on a quest to uncover secrets and discover the fate of the original star (Harrison Ford). This film is LONG on atmosphere (and I mean 140This long-awaited sequel starts 30 years after the original, when a new blade runner (Ryan Gosling) is on a quest to uncover secrets and discover the fate of the original star (Harrison Ford). This film is LONG on atmosphere (and I mean 140 minutes). The wasteland settings and vast modern interiors are interesting, although they never seem as captivating as the original. There are some cool tricks, but nothing more original than numerous other films have done. Everyone is very serious and they take FOREVER to do anything. This film is about 30 minutes past its prime. Still, there are stimulating elements to the filmmaking that create magnificent moments of desolation and intrigue.… Expand

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cterryr2Oct 18, 2017

It looks great. The acting is good. The production values are excellent. I almost fell asleep at least 3 times while watching it in the afternoon. It's too slow paced. It's confusing. It's too long. On one hand I was bored and on the other IIt looks great. The acting is good. The production values are excellent. I almost fell asleep at least 3 times while watching it in the afternoon. It's too slow paced. It's confusing. It's too long. On one hand I was bored and on the other I was thrilled. I should have waited for the Netflix release though. I wasn't blown away by anything and think it's over hyped.… Expand

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robertoiglesiasJan 13, 2018

Blade Runner 2049 is a nice movie that can be slow, but will most likely put a smile on your face.

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GinaKOct 9, 2017

I have seen the original version of Blade Runner so many times that I probably have it memorized. Unfortunately, I did not completely appreciate this latest version, which was overblown in my opinion and too repetitive – which is odd since II have seen the original version of Blade Runner so many times that I probably have it memorized. Unfortunately, I did not completely appreciate this latest version, which was overblown in my opinion and too repetitive – which is odd since I would not say that about any of the Villeneuve films I have seen (Prisoners, Sicario, The Arrival). Both my companion and I almost dozed off at some point early in the film, but the second half held our attention. One problem for me was missing the many interesting, original minor characters in the original that kept things livelier. A new set would have been appreciated instead of Ryan Gosling and his many, many wounds and the many women who turned up in various forms. A disappointment. Not terrible, but not great either… Expand

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BBQTuckOct 9, 2017

To keep it simple, Blade Runner 2049 is a visually stunning neo-noir sci-fi film. If you see it in the theater, don't get a drink because the 2 hr and 44 minute run time will surely lead to a mid-movie piss break.

Overall the film is moody,To keep it simple, Blade Runner 2049 is a visually stunning neo-noir sci-fi film. If you see it in the theater, don't get a drink because the 2 hr and 44 minute run time will surely lead to a mid-movie piss break.

Overall the film is moody, heavy, deliberate and did I mention it was long? Ryan Gosling does his typical Ryan Gosling thing where he kind of skulks around with an blank look on his face, but it somehow looks cool. Imagine his character from "Drive", but somehow with an even cooler jacket. Harrison Ford continues to do his excellent "grumpy reprisals" of classic roles, and he handles this role about as well as he handled Han Solo in "The Force Awakens". The plot is solid, but nothing that will blow you away, and the setting of the film along with the soundtrack seem to be what's stuck in your head after viewing instead of the actual events that take place in the film. There's also Robin Wright Penn providing exposition, a hologram waifu, sequel bait, and Dave Bautista. Despite having a massive budget, there is no giant action set-piece scene in the third act, so don't go in expecting one, but to be honest it really wouldn't fit with the tone of this movie. There is however a beautifully crafted scene involving a sinking car that will give you an anxiety attack. Long story short. See this movies in theaters if you can stomach the giant run-time. It's an absolute treat on the eyes and ears, and Gosling and Ford provide excellent performances that prop up an fine but mostly serviceable plot.… Expand

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NikolayGOct 13, 2017

It is abundantly obvious why this movie didn't do as well as expected. It's too slow. Every shot, every single shot, lingers lovingly over every setting, every landscape, every apartment interior, every closet, every object, every littleIt is abundantly obvious why this movie didn't do as well as expected. It's too slow. Every shot, every single shot, lingers lovingly over every setting, every landscape, every apartment interior, every closet, every object, every little thing for twice, three times, sometimes eight times as long as needed to 'get it' - it's like watching a long game of golf. And the dialog. Someone speaks. Then there is this huge long pause before the other person responds. It's like the director or editor takes too high a dose of anti-depressants and he's just moving in slow motion. This movie should literally be half as long as it is or shorter. When released on demand and DVD a shorter cut should be included. Someone who had the power to say yay or nay fell asleep at the wheel letting this movie go out to theaters in this condition. It could have made twice as much money if it had reasonable pacing.

The second problem with this movie is that there's not enough Harrison Ford. I know he's old and a lot of people think he's a star of days gone by, but as soon as he enters this movie, as soon as you hear his voice, the movie gets real. It takes on more dimension, assumes real gravitas, and feels like a real movie. It's as if the other guy, Gosling (who never showed any emotion, which made him boring), was just there to hand the movie off to Ford and they took too long to do it. Also, they really should have made Gosling's holographic girlfriend do something critical to the plot. She acted well. The concept was cool. But ultimately, she supplied nothing critical to the story. That should have been fixed. A character who takes up so much on-screen time in a movie should not be expendable.

The third problem with this movie, which I think is the least important but it still bugged me, is that it doesn't look like Blade Runner. One reviewer said it looks more like Blade Runner than Blade Runner. But that's just not true. It lacks the dense urban neon crazy visual chaos of Blade Runner. It trades that for vast rust colored expanses that are nice, but are just a different aesthetic, and gives an entirely different feel to the movie. Sure, you get obligatory passes in the floating cars over the city, but even that looks quite different.

But even without reshooting anything, they could vastly increase the quality of this film just by cutting out all the dead space between dialog and cutting out all the gratuitous lingering pans. There is so much of that people in the theater were sighing and huffing with impatience. We wanted to see what came next, but it was like wading through molasses. And if there's any additional film of Harrison Ford on the cutting room floor, splice it into the movie. This movie needs more Ford!… Expand

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purplewelchyDec 23, 2017

Its pretty good especially visually..
Just not as good as the original one.

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nikblu1904Jan 15, 2018

Blade Runner 2049 is one of the best movies I've seen in 2017. Didn't found it boring at all.

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RonQuixote_Jan 8, 2018

A story that didn't need to be told ended up being the story I didn't know I needed. 2049 expands on the world created by its predecessor and still manages to be as daring and beautiful. The 2 hour and 45-minute run-time somehow seem shorterA story that didn't need to be told ended up being the story I didn't know I needed. 2049 expands on the world created by its predecessor and still manages to be as daring and beautiful. The 2 hour and 45-minute run-time somehow seem shorter than the 2 hours of the original (depending on what version you watch, duh). This movie is masterclass from Denis Villeneuve because every single decision made in this movie was the best one possible.… Expand

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TwomblerOct 16, 2017

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Like many of us I've seen the original Blade Runner movie countless of times (Director's Cut is, by the way, the only version I acknowledge) but I've also read late Philip K. Dick's novel Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep? Unfortunately this movie isn't a masterpiece although director Villeneuve has left his mark to every frame. And those frames are beautiful!

Blade Runner 2049 will receive Academy Award for best cinematography without a doubt. But it will not receive such honours for its screenplay.

If you've read Dick's novel you may share my opinion which is that this movie totally dismisses its biggest catch, androids. Now we have an android Blade Runner which has a virtual girlfriend. We have also an blind oligarch who desires to spread his androids to the rest of the universe. We have a retired Blade Runner who's gone missing and at some point you'll have a deja vu regarding Harrison Ford if you have seen Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of The Crystal Skull. Heed my words!

It takes a bit too long to build the athmosphere for the plot twist and we spend too much time inside this android Blade Runners apartment. His female supervisor is also quite useless and I felt she was in the movie only to emphasize how heartless android villain can be. But then again, android doesn't have a heart.

Our protagonist does wonder if he's something more than a mere machine. However writers didn't had the courage to write a human character because there is a quite popular theory about Deckard being a android himself.

In conclusion Blade Runner 2049 is a great movie but unfortunately doesn't beat the original. If you like Villeneuves earlier works you'll love it and if you love Ryan Gosling you'll probably watch it more than once.… Expand

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RuslanDZEOct 9, 2017

When I watched Original Blade Runner at my childhood years I was not impressed by a movie. Then before watching BR2049 I watched it again. And I understood why people love it and many directors and creators were inspired by that. So I wasWhen I watched Original Blade Runner at my childhood years I was not impressed by a movie. Then before watching BR2049 I watched it again. And I understood why people love it and many directors and creators were inspired by that. So I was excited to see it now and good that I do not have nostalgia for an original one, since I watched it just recently. First at all, VISUALS. Denis Villeneuve and operator worked one the best looking movies. And visuals are masterly emphasize futuristic objects/ SCI Fi elements. I loved that like an original movie, future here represent in a really realistic way. You believe that in few decades we may live like that. And I can say that about whole movie. It feels down to earth. Nothing feels fake. Soundtrack is wonderful and it relates to the action very well. Ryan Gosling is a very good. Sci Fi Noir is very rare genre in movie industry and you have to watch this movie If you are movie nerd. Only doensides I have. That is eventually, movie falls flat. Some story lines do not have any progression. Jared Leto is wasted. And overall it does not make you think a lot. Well, it may be just a start and we will see an another sequel.… Expand

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dharmaDec 26, 2017

Blade Runner 2019 is the ultimate fan film. On that level it works incredibly well. It answers all the riddles posed on the first film while offering new ones (possibly for another sequel). It also has incredible effects and cinematographyBlade Runner 2019 is the ultimate fan film. On that level it works incredibly well. It answers all the riddles posed on the first film while offering new ones (possibly for another sequel). It also has incredible effects and cinematography that will probably net this an Oscar nomination. Yet there lies its ultimate weakness: it is not an accessible film. If you haven't seen the first one, forget about understanding this flick. It is also bladder busting long at 2 hours and 45 minutes. It is a film that is budgeted for cinema, but can only be savored in home video (a bit like the original's 'faith'). This is why studios sometimes are reluctant to 'please the fans' too much. At the end of the day, they are not enough to make back the film's enormous budget.… Expand

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MiracSpectacDec 19, 2017

Blade Runner 2049 is one of the most beautiful films I've ever seen. It's brilliantly atmospheric in ways that truly display the height of cinematography. Unfortunately, this is somewhat sullied by a misdirected story that is dragged out toBlade Runner 2049 is one of the most beautiful films I've ever seen. It's brilliantly atmospheric in ways that truly display the height of cinematography. Unfortunately, this is somewhat sullied by a misdirected story that is dragged out to the extreme. Even as a fan of movies that take their time developing, I practically fell asleep in the theatre watching this. Nothing felt meaningful and the entire story could've been told in a couple hours or less. However, seeing as I could easily watch it again on the visuals alone, I still believe it's a great movie.… Expand

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myneeshDec 20, 2017

I never thought a sequel would happen. Great direction, good visuals, sound and style. A little artsy...
The original Blade Runner is superior though.

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rpmJan 20, 2018

I have to admit that when I love a film as much as I did the original Blade Runner I was both very excited and very nervous to watch a sequel. Will it add to the story? Will it cheapen the story? Will it take it directions I don't personallyI have to admit that when I love a film as much as I did the original Blade Runner I was both very excited and very nervous to watch a sequel. Will it add to the story? Will it cheapen the story? Will it take it directions I don't personally feel the original pointed? Well, I will say that this sequel is a well made film but to me it is very different from the original...even though it borrows some of the same characters, settings, and sounds. The original was at its core a detective story that just happened to take place in the future. The philosophical elements about topics such as slavery, religion, and technological vs. organic "life" were present and dealt with within the action, but in the sequel they are the story and it is handled in such a heavy, depressing way that I can't really say I enjoyed it. I respect it, I appreciate the artistry in its creation, but I really didn't have fun watching it...and I recall having immense fun watching the original. This sequel is just so damn bleak. What is the point of even existing in that world?… Expand

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MetachevitaFeb 20, 2018

Gorgeous cinematography, great screen chemistry between Ford and Gosling. The story wasn't all that fantastic. There was too much unnecessary nudity. Music score was fantastic! The ending was flat. The director's work in Arrival was much better.

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tamcwlmmJan 23, 2018

Great story and visual effects. I liked this one more than the original. Great performances by Ryan Gosling and Harrison Ford. Sometimes it was hard to keep up because some much is happening in this movie. I like the throwbacks to the oldGreat story and visual effects. I liked this one more than the original. Great performances by Ryan Gosling and Harrison Ford. Sometimes it was hard to keep up because some much is happening in this movie. I like the throwbacks to the old movie, with the old recordings, that was a nice touch. People say this is the best Sci-fi of 2017. I say it's one of the best, as there were great, and for me personally better sci-fi movies in 2017.… Expand

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phillyjeffJan 28, 2018

BR 2049 is visually stunning, just like the first movie. At almost 3 hours it is too long. They should of edited it down to 120 minutes

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ZiekMar 5, 2018

One of the best I have seen, and I’m no spring chicken, crossing all genres including landmarks like Ben Hur (1959), Titanic, Casablanca, 2001, Inherit the Wind (not Gone with), Amadeus, Saving Private Ryan - the list is not long. BladeOne of the best I have seen, and I’m no spring chicken, crossing all genres including landmarks like Ben Hur (1959), Titanic, Casablanca, 2001, Inherit the Wind (not Gone with), Amadeus, Saving Private Ryan - the list is not long. Blade Runner 2049, for the mature of all ages, is immersive, moving and stunning both visually and aurally and indeed it stands on its own, albeit the impetus for me was the original Blade Runner, making it the perfect sequel - as well. Purchased the movie in 3d to match my theatre viewing experience...and on my fifth home viewing....still incredible! The speculative, marketing inspired demise of 3d in North America is undoubtedly and assuredly premature. 3d format or otherwise the movie remains a masterpiece. It should be the Oscar pick for best movie of 2017, and the cast including Ryan Gosling, Harrison Ford, Ana de Armas and others nominated in respective roles. Consummate actors all, not to mention Denis Villeneuve as Best Director. Thank Ridley Scott for recognizing his genius.

The reality is that Science Fiction, even as a statement on the human condition, has never won an Oscar for Best Movie, as far as I know. The Academy Awards will likely miss this, caught up in the social media swamp and the cause of the day. The Academy will likely instead vote for an odd duck or more common place take on the triumphs and tribulations of the human condition, all destined to become mediocrities and also rans for 2017. This in turn, as it continues to demonstrate, makes Oscar night nothing more than a gossips’ social gathering and more redundant and meaningless than ever in what it’s function should be - rewarding real achievement in film.

Meanwhile like the first Blade Runner, Blade Runner 2049 will continue to attract an ever growing following and challenge current and future movie makers to raise the bar on what is now possible.… Expand

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wl-humeJan 6, 2018

My favourite movie of the year, I made an account just to grade this. It takes its time getting there but it's worth it, it's the kind of movie I wanted the first bad Blade Runner movie to be. Also a small side note it does a better job withMy favourite movie of the year, I made an account just to grade this. It takes its time getting there but it's worth it, it's the kind of movie I wanted the first bad Blade Runner movie to be. Also a small side note it does a better job with female characters than its prequel and most movies nowadays and does so effortlessly.… Expand

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marinosvalJan 9, 2018

If humanity ever created a perfect movie, this is it. I don't want to say anything else because I feel it would spoil this piece of art.

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section20mi6Jul 1, 2018

Much like it's predecessor but better, Villeneuve's take on Blade Runner recreates the original atmosphere, but also implements surprising twists and turns that do not bore the audience through the whole course of extensive run time.

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PanchogulJun 6, 2020

Blade Runner 2049 es una de las mejores películas que he visto en toda mi vida y una secuela sencillamente perfecta, pese a lo larga que es para mi fue un viaje alucinante y para nada es lenta, el ritmo es constante a la hora de contar suBlade Runner 2049 es una de las mejores películas que he visto en toda mi vida y una secuela sencillamente perfecta, pese a lo larga que es para mi fue un viaje alucinante y para nada es lenta, el ritmo es constante a la hora de contar su historia y la cinematografía está en completa armonía con todo. Espero que no pase demasiado tiempo para que se estrene otra secuela porque definitivamente tiene madera suficiente para una tercera entrega.… Expand

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CoKronakanOct 26, 2018

I loved the fact that the movie had this typical sci-fi world. But I know this world was built up in the first Blade Runner movie and I appreciate this but the thing is that it's not enough now to be fresh, and to stand out from theI loved the fact that the movie had this typical sci-fi world. But I know this world was built up in the first Blade Runner movie and I appreciate this but the thing is that it's not enough now to be fresh, and to stand out from the agglomerated genre. The actor did a enormous performance, especially Ford and Letho. But I felt like Ryan's performance on the character was a little forced and he didn't have any real face gesticulation. The cinematography was slightly above average with the shots and scenes taken, and the writing of the movie was very absent, but on point for the events. The sound effects where very realistic, but the visuals where mind blowing, and gorgeous. Really stand out in this genre. Even the environment was on point for this universe, but it was disappointing that we didn't see any off worlds. There wasn't any humor which made the movie quite dull, and didn't help the overall fact to make the movie more fun to watch. But it was entertaining as it got, apart from the fact that it got some pacing issues. Like it was to slow, at times and lost me or the general audience. The plot was complex with it's twists and awesome narrative, and it was delivered with an amazing style. Also the message was pretty clear, and amazing for me. But that might shift for others. Also the action was lacking a lot of choreography and innovation.
Overall it's a good movie, but it hasn't done enough to be considered as good and original as the old one. I think other critics are influence by the nostalgia of the previous movie.… Expand

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Kirollos-NoahNov 29, 2018

Blade Runner 2049 is definitely a great movie, it was only missing some stuff. Those stuff didn't blow up the movie, but they annoyed me though!

The soundtrack was totally annoying and in some important scene like the final fight (the oneBlade Runner 2049 is definitely a great movie, it was only missing some stuff. Those stuff didn't blow up the movie, but they annoyed me though!

The soundtrack was totally annoying and in some important scene like the final fight (the one between Luv and Officer K), actually, most of the fights, there wasn't any music, it really really annoyed me, I really expected more from Hans Zimmer!
The surprising element was totally poor.
Sometimes the movie was hard to digest.

But on the other hand, it kept the excitement that I want and need to see in any movie.
The performance was impressive, I didn't expect that actually, but the cast surprised and got me into the movie.
The CGI was mistake-less.
There wasn't a lot of action scenes, but the action scenes -as it's not too much- were really thrilling!
The story was good.
And most important thing, that this movie did not get me bored in any second.

So it was really good and catching. I loved that brilliant movie! So I'm gonna give it an A-.… Expand

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helorareygaysDec 11, 2018

Blade Runner 2049 is a great movie, maybe not as good as the original but still holds the viewer with a good plot, performance, direction and a beautifull cinematography but i found it a bit too contemplative

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DjakeirFeb 20, 2019

The film makers in trying to create a new world on screen have created a new world of film making off screen. This film has elevated every aspect of the art form, from directing to visual effects, sound editing to acting.

This is an extremlyThe film makers in trying to create a new world on screen have created a new world of film making off screen. This film has elevated every aspect of the art form, from directing to visual effects, sound editing to acting.

This is an extremly long film with a muted story but my eyes did not wander off screen, I was never not entertained and I truly felt amazed seeing this incredible work on a big screen. I know this film got recognition by the academy but I think the best recognition this film has received is its influence on modern day culture, storytelling and pop culture. The popularity of cyber punk has been looming under the surface with fashion and manga's, however, Blade Runner 2049 propelled this genre into a highly realised and modern genre that would cement itself as one of the most successful genres of modern day films.

This film is very much rewatchabe despite its extreme running time and every single name that featured on the rolling credits deserves a lot of compliments for what has been achieved here.… Expand

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NeotisFeb 25, 2019

Not bad reboot, visual graphics are amazing and this cyberpunk around seems so real.

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zNeverSleepingNov 14, 2019

Visualmente lindo. O enredo é rico e apresenta diálogos interessantes. As reflexões são validas, ainda mais pra nossa geração, e não devem passar batidas para a total compreensão do filme e, consequentemente, aproveitamento dele.

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aukalenderFeb 13, 2022

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A deserving follow-up to the legendary Blade Runner. This is a movie that tells its story subtly, and slowly, but it is still easily understandable. Gosling conveyed feeling very well with very little face gesture. Ana de Armas was great. Above all, Roger Deakins killed it. I thought the movie was too long, and there were some parts where I couldn't make the connection - like how did Gosling know who Ford's daughter is? Yes, she did meet the dreammaker, but how did he make the connection, positively identifying her as his daughter? Maybe I missed it. I also thought Ana de Armas' role was a bit of a rip-off of "Her", but those are little gripes. I enjoyed the movie, and would give it an 8 if it was a little shorter and tighter.… Expand

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MglovesfunMar 24, 2020

While for the most part superior to the original, it's at least 30 minutes too long, and the ending is underwhelming.

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ReibmagJan 17, 2020

As if its predecessor was watered down and bland. Nice story, but there where too many events. While Blade Runner wins by K. O. Blade Runner 2077 wins by points. Most of the times is nicer to watch a well execute K. O than a prolongued 12As if its predecessor was watered down and bland. Nice story, but there where too many events. While Blade Runner wins by K. O. Blade Runner 2077 wins by points. Most of the times is nicer to watch a well execute K. O than a prolongued 12 round fight, especialy if you aren't a boxing expert. .… Expand

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HaydnengelMay 7, 2020

Real rating: 79/100
What happens when you pump millions into a film that will not make it back in theatres. The obvious answer is that you market it as something it is not. This is a standard practice in cinema, and it does nothing butReal rating: 79/100
What happens when you pump millions into a film that will not make it back in theatres. The obvious answer is that you market it as something it is not. This is a standard practice in cinema, and it does nothing but exploit viewers and upend the general public's views of a particular film. Which destroys the ability of artistic directors to follow their vision, and it has always made me wonder if it would be at all possible to have two versions of a film in theatres at the same time. You could have a studio cut of the movie in those 64 screen multiplexes and in the indie theatres, where they serve spiced tea and apples behind the counter, you could have a director's cut because at the moment this ploy of marketing an arthouse flick as an action movie is doing no one any favours.

DE: The directing is superb, though that has become a standard for Villeneuve. However, unlike his other films, this one draws on its shots for far too long and you could certainly feel like the editor could have stepped in a cut a good 10 minutes of this film and still leave that lingering desolation feeling. It almost feels like Villeneuve was trying to mimic Stalker in his approach, but unlike Stalker, the lingering shots feel inauthentic as in Stalker we are meant to be contemplating existence, religion, purpose, but in 2049 we are sitting at the heart of a mystery that feels like we are not trying to solve.

W: The dialogue is decent, yet a little clunky and on the nose. And sadly that is the best part of it. Though I am not shocked Hampton Fancher, the man who penned the original script is back, however in the subsequent 25 years he has written nothing of note, so obviously the studio brings in the standard scriptwriter in the guise of Michael Green, who did pen Logan but also penned Alien: Covenant and the much-maligned Green Lantern. This combination leaves us with a film that barely has a plot and does not delve into anything of note. However, it does likely explain why Villeneuve structured the film the way he did and why there are so many drawn-out shots.

C: This is so beautifully shot that it should be taught in schools and, sadly, this film was Deakins's first Oscar out of 13 noms, though his second would come with the gorgeous 1917. His use of the camera and understanding of a shot is fantastic, and if one sees the rest of his works, they can see a shift in style for this film, and while those long lingering shots may be a pain for the storyteller visually, they are perfect representations of what you are trying to get across. The mood and notion are there in every frame. The angles and shadows that are being cast on Gosling throughout the film speak volumes. The special effects, while excellent, do not feel genre-defining or like 25 years have passed since the original.

A: Ford cannot act at a level beyond a 6, and that is fine. He is there because he has to be. Gosling's muted touch was decent enough though I worry he is going to get typecast as wooden if he keeps on the path he currently is on. Sylvia Hoeks, one would assume was hired for her visual aesthetic rather than her ability to emote, which if this was Tarrantino flick, I think she would have worked. But in this nuanced, subtle drawn-out film her character comes off cartoonish.
I was incredibly impressed with Ana de Armas and found her performance soulful yet understated. The mechanical I am saying what I suppose to yet am still a creature with almost a concept of feelings really elevates Goslings numbed performance.

S: I would have scored this higher if I had not seen Arrival, whereas the industrial style sound design should have been more engaging. I could not help feeling they were reusing it. Of course, the sounds were meant to be jarring given all the silence we were fed, but ultimately it feels like that opening sequence in the remake of Funny Games, it is not shocking or grating in the sense the creator wants, but more in the sense, please turn down the TV those noises are starting to give me a headache.

PD: The PD in this film was quite good, the sets feel real and lived in. Especially the opening sequence. Rebuilding on a franchise that is famous for its visual effects and the PD is not easy, but they were able to meet a standard that has been heralded for decades. Dennis Gassner did well here as is expected. He has almost always been brought in when you need a world that feels distant, yet somehow still retains elements of the one we live in. See his work in the Truman Show, Big Fish and 1917 for this.

BA: Well done throughout, especially Leto's character, though I will say the only real negative was Wright's outfit. What is this 2049 and she is channelling the 50's or was she literally a copy of the police chief from Futurama? Also, Ford's entire presence was uninspired.… Expand

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annual_ringJun 21, 2020

A slow-paced movie，I enjoy it.very beautiful.the story is okey,not bad.a BLADE RUNNER film,it worth this name

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MrPajamasJul 26, 2021

I consider the original Blade Runner to be a very good movie, so I was quite curious about Blade Runner 2049. I was satisfied. Although not as good a movie as the 1982 one for me, it was still a good movie. The story again has a slower pace,I consider the original Blade Runner to be a very good movie, so I was quite curious about Blade Runner 2049. I was satisfied. Although not as good a movie as the 1982 one for me, it was still a good movie. The story again has a slower pace, only this time much, much slower. There is hardly any action. The film probably won't be to everyone's taste. But it suited me. I enjoyed the different locations, which are again beautiful, and most importantly there is a dusting off of a character, specifically good old Deckard, so quite nostalgic. The storyline nicely picked up on the events of the previous film and for me, a good film to recommend.… Expand

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BalliarnoOct 11, 2020

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. BLADE RUNNER 2049 REVIEW The original Blade Runner came out way back in 1982 and was closely adapted from the short story that is “Do androids dream of electric sheep” by Phillip K Dick. When I heard that there was a new film coming out in the Cyber Punk world of Blade Runner I was instantly interested but after watching Blade Runner 2049 I got to thinking I’m sure this didn’t need to be made although the story was unique . Before I really get into this film I will say that while I think you can watch 2049 without seeing the original it would help and be of great interest to many things that pop up throughout 2049. I will give just a little rundown of what the idea of its all about for those of you who haven’t seen the first film- No spoilers here!
Both Blade Runner films are set on a futuristic Earth that has clearly passed its golden years and most people are struggling to survive with the signs of desperation everywhere. In this dystopian world the human population are now joined by AI called Replicants that are so closely matched with humans almost nobody can tell them apart and this is where the trouble begins. The first film sees a LA cop that goes by the name of Deckard and he’s a Blade Runner, someone that has the difficult job of finding rogue replicants and retiring them aka killing them. The reasoning behind tracking down and taking out these replicants is for certain reasons that I wont give away but just know there is violence. With that out of the way I’ll now move on to Blade Runner 2049. The film as a style looks great and everything from the city, apartments , wastelands and characters all look how you’d think they would but sadly none of these really explored. The world is so interesting looking that I found myself thinking that I wanted to see more of the city and what other places looked like and with a runtime of well over 2 hrs they could have squeezed some more strange locations in. The acting is also top class but I wouldn’t expect any less from Ryan Gosling who plays the lead Officer K and those of you who remember the first film I can confirm that Harrison Ford who plays Deckard makes his return in 2049 but is pretty much such a minor part I’m not sure him being in it really made for the complete film.
Blade Runner 2049 is such a hard film to review as I don’t want to give anything away because as a story there is so little to give away, from the very beginning the story gives us the reason as to why this story is taking place but it doesn’t give any excitement with twists or turns as most of it is just culled out just when you think there might be something exciting and different. It is one of the most straight forward films I have seen in quite a while and I think this film could have been 1 hr shorter, dragging shots out way past there welcome just to try and provoke a feeling from the original just felt forced to me but cinema is art so whatever style the director picks so be it. I did really like 2049 for its storytelling even though it was slow and the world does keep your eyes glued to the screen but if it hadn’t been made I don’t think anyone who liked the original film would have been asking for a new one, in fact who were these people asking for a part 2 follow on of a classic? Blade Runner is a fine film that didn’t need to be made if this is what it is- I didn’t hate it nor did I love it but I did wish for so much more.… Expand

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RPFDec 17, 2020

I will make this concise: 9/10 for the way this movie was filmed. Incredible colours, Lighting perfect (not surprising as Roger Deakins was the DP), well directed. The screenplay was 8/10, well written and compelling. Didn’t like theI will make this concise: 9/10 for the way this movie was filmed. Incredible colours, Lighting perfect (not surprising as Roger Deakins was the DP), well directed. The screenplay was 8/10, well written and compelling. Didn’t like the character of 'Niander Wallace'. Found him a to be a bit of a cartoon villain. Not that interesting. The hark backs to the original are not too relied upon. overall a good watch, not the best film ever but easily in the category of "Good".… Expand

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soahknamApr 4, 2021

Good movie, very enjoyable.

Story: 9
Actors: 9
Photograpy: 10
Music:8

PERSONAL SCORE: 8 GOOD !!!

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AJ_13Apr 30, 2021

I must admit that I'm not a big fan of the "Blade Runner universe", but this film can't be overlooked. Visuals are more than amazing. Definitely better than the original.

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TheQuietGamerMar 23, 2018

Denis Villeneuve's immaculate visuals and the score from Hans Zimmer and Benjamin Wallfisch lend themselves well to the Blade Runner experience, expertly recreating the tone and look of the original. This worthy follow up takes every elementDenis Villeneuve's immaculate visuals and the score from Hans Zimmer and Benjamin Wallfisch lend themselves well to the Blade Runner experience, expertly recreating the tone and look of the original. This worthy follow up takes every element of it's predecessor and builds upon them. Even the idiosyncrasies of Ridley Scott's groundbreaking sci-fi film like the weird moments and awkward humor are used to much greater effect here. The latter feeling actually intentional this time around (because it is). Something that enables the laughs to feel natural and fluid, as opposed to at the movie's expense. The plot is an absolute rollercoaster ride of emotion, suspense, and surprise depth. The nods to the first Blade Runner are more than just fan service. They cement 2049 as not just a follow up, but an actual continuation of the previous movie's story. Even right down to the themes and concepts. There are moments here so strange, imaginative, and crazy that they could only come from the science-fiction genre and be taken seriously. There are so many fascinating aspects built into the world itself that make it feel real and worth exploring deeper. It's these futuristic anomalies and the visual splendor that kept me engaged whenever the story started to dawdle.

While it is never outright boring like the first often was during it's middle act, there's little denying that some scenes simply exist for no reason other than to show off how pretty things are. 2049 does a much better job at keeping viewers interested, but still wasn't quite able to avoid the original's pacing issues. This really didn't need to be almost three hours long. There are things that could have met the chopping block or have been edited down without sacrificing the material's potency. I had to give myself an extended intermission about half way through the film because of how dang long it is. I was never not enjoying the movie, but a break felt very necessary nonetheless. Blade Runner 2049 is a beautiful, grand, and even an exhausting experience that is backed by incredible performances (Jared Leto redeems himself after Suicide Squad) and continues the Blade Runner story in ways both spectacular and moving. While it's stands very well on it's own I do recommend watching a version of the 1982 film first just to get the whole picture of why this movie is so great. Not only is it a welcome return to a world you may or may not have come into contact with 35 years ago, but it's one that manages to be even better than the first outing. Denis Villeneuve blew me away once again and I hope to see more from the Blade Runner universe in the future.

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