Blade Runner
Warner Bros. Pictures | Release Date: June 25, 1982
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DanyT.Mar 16, 2008
I gave 10 because of the original movie that I've seen over 25 times, the director's cut is removing all the mood of the original and slowed down the pace. With the voice over it was so mutch better.
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SusanL.Mar 1, 2008
God is in the details. Every time I see this movie, there is a small visual detail which highlights the blurred line between natural and manufactured humans. Although I like the original better than the Director's Cut, it is still Blade Runner.
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BryanH.Feb 4, 2007
Literary, ambient and memorable in the best way. When a film places humanity over human, it supersedes all other competing messages. The atmosphere and passion of this film makes it possibly the best film ever made; certainly the best sci-fi.
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StephenC.Mar 28, 2007
The fact that major critics are now backpedaling over their initial response to the film show how much their rating really matter. This is a phenomenal movie and most people who know anything about film editing could tel you that it is well The fact that major critics are now backpedaling over their initial response to the film show how much their rating really matter. This is a phenomenal movie and most people who know anything about film editing could tel you that it is well composed. This is one of the few films adapted from Philip K. Dick that actually still holds the spirit of the original work. Another good adaptation is "A Scanner Darkly."… Expand
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RD.Sep 28, 2007
Awesome movie. Great visuals. Brilliant performances and direction by Scott. Rutger Hauer is awesome and so is Harrison Ford and Sean Young who looks very pretty. I don't know why did it flop. It is such a class act.
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MarkW.Aug 26, 2008
This movie, much like 2001: A space odyssey, is more an experience or art and philosophy than a great way to be entertained for two hours. When I first watched Bladerunner, and 2001 for that matter, as a teenager, I found it to be mostly This movie, much like 2001: A space odyssey, is more an experience or art and philosophy than a great way to be entertained for two hours. When I first watched Bladerunner, and 2001 for that matter, as a teenager, I found it to be mostly boring - lacking as it does, compared to most modern Hollywood Blockbusters, in pacing, action and explosions. When I watched it again in University however, I was truly blown away by it. I've probably watched it over twenty times down the years, and yes it's true, subsequent viewings reveal hidden gems unlike any other movie I've seen. The latest edition on Blue ray is something else. Still current, still relevant, still a work of art. A journey, more than a movie. There, I said it.… Expand
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SantaFeb 3, 2010
What interested me most, whether this Christian Science Monitor David Sterritt feel embarrassed after his review of (master-piece) Blade Runner ?!
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DrewKMay 1, 2010
Best movie ever. Matthew H is either borderline retarded or too stupid to know any different.
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HelenM.Jan 1, 2007
I saw this movie when it first came out. Few people were in the theatre. I was mesmerized and stunned by what I was seeing. I am seeing it for the 8th time tonight and I am still stunned by the beauty, the existentialism, the acting. It is I saw this movie when it first came out. Few people were in the theatre. I was mesmerized and stunned by what I was seeing. I am seeing it for the 8th time tonight and I am still stunned by the beauty, the existentialism, the acting. It is truly haunting and as relevant today as it was years ago.… Expand
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MarkD.Jan 29, 2008
My favourite movie, bar none (well, maybe the new cut?).
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AlexR.nNov 3, 2009
Like oyher user reviews here, I didn't think too much of Blade Runner when I first saw it. But as I got older, the film just got better and better until I saw the Bluray version in 2007 and it just hit me like a dull thud; Blade Runner Like oyher user reviews here, I didn't think too much of Blade Runner when I first saw it. But as I got older, the film just got better and better until I saw the Bluray version in 2007 and it just hit me like a dull thud; Blade Runner is my favorite movie of all time. Every time I watch it I catch something else that I didn't notice before. It's so beautiful and profound and... I could go on, but I wont. Best movie EVER.… Expand
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TomDoeOct 12, 2006
Not a spelled out movie, with many philosophical and classical literary references and ideas, this film usually leaves viewers polarized. It take more than one viewing to really understand everything and requires the viewer to actually Not a spelled out movie, with many philosophical and classical literary references and ideas, this film usually leaves viewers polarized. It take more than one viewing to really understand everything and requires the viewer to actually think! Not to say movies can't be wonderful low-brow escapism, but this is not one of those movies.… Expand
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ColR.Dec 14, 2007
The most incredible movie ever. The story is morally deep and doesn't just rely on the action schmooze that we would have expected if this had been taken by a lesser director. Everything in this movie hangs together perfectly - the The most incredible movie ever. The story is morally deep and doesn't just rely on the action schmooze that we would have expected if this had been taken by a lesser director. Everything in this movie hangs together perfectly - the visualisation of the dark future, the dilution and confusion of cultures into an unrecognisable mess, the bleakness of the fractured progression of different elements of society, the music, the lighting, the acting, everything. There are few movies that can honestly be called "works of art" - indeed, even Scott has never managed anything to the standard of this movie - but rest assured, this film noir masterpiece is one of the most inspiring, beautiful pieces of entertainment that has ever been produced. Staggeringly good. Everything else is a faximilie of this masterwork. The very fact that, in 2007, this film still looks as fresh as it did in 1984 is enough to show how well it was produced. Timeless and utterly stunning.… Expand
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ChrisBDec 13, 2006
Blade Runner is one of the best movies I've seen, and possibly my favorite science fiction movie of all time. The pacing and complexity can be somewhat confusing for first-timers, but once you look past the visual effects (that still Blade Runner is one of the best movies I've seen, and possibly my favorite science fiction movie of all time. The pacing and complexity can be somewhat confusing for first-timers, but once you look past the visual effects (that still look good, almost 25 years after its original theatrical release) the depth of the story and thematic elements really comes out. This movie has stood and will continue to stand the test of time; Ridley's epic.… Expand
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TiriodB.Nov 22, 2007
This is a classic of the Sci-Fi films, a must seen, the best of its kind without doubt.
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CountryPetInnMar 12, 2016
Let me say that I absolutely LOVE this film. It has been my absolute favorite film since it released When I was in college. I've watched it several times since then and always see or learn something new. The fact that Bladerunner 2 willLet me say that I absolutely LOVE this film. It has been my absolute favorite film since it released When I was in college. I've watched it several times since then and always see or learn something new. The fact that Bladerunner 2 will happen sometime soon and Ridley is directing it should only make me have a new fondness for my all time favorite film!… Expand
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Andys_ReviewsAug 27, 2012
A very introspective film with all the action focused on Deckard and the Replicants without the audience really seeing much outside this group. Yes there are hints; the advertising for the off-world colonies, but apart from that it
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zombiehampsterNov 5, 2010
This is probably one of my favorite movies of all time and I think it will continue to be for as long as I'm around. The world that Scott created in this film reeks of depth, style, and an ambiance that many films can only struggle to grasp,This is probably one of my favorite movies of all time and I think it will continue to be for as long as I'm around. The world that Scott created in this film reeks of depth, style, and an ambiance that many films can only struggle to grasp, which to me is very impressive considering that this was done before the special effects revolution of the 90's and 2000's. The story revolves around a retired blade-runner; a cop that specializes in hunting rogue replicants (synthetic humans), named Deckard (Harrison Ford), who is brought out of retirement to hunt down a group of replicants who have arrived on Earth. The movie does an excellent job of casting the characters of the movie in many shades of grey, with no one character being truly good or evil, and also poses some interesting questions as to the nature of humanity and what defines us. The films visuals are inspired; the term "film noir" is very fitting for it, but may seem slower paced to those used to more modern "action" films with their rapid fire cuts. Where many films seem to have action just for the sake of it (cough, Michael cough Bay, cough), Scott's action scenes have more of a purpose to further the narrative. It takes some getting used to, but the slower pace fits the concept better, and only adds more to the feeling of loss, stagnation, and oppression of living in that future society. The music is very ambient, with a synth sound to it, and although I don't usually like that kind of thing, it does compliment the film well and adds to the overall mood. Ford, Olmos (who only has a small role, but somehow makes the most of it), Hauer, Young, and Hannah all give strong performances, and although most of them play their roles somewhat subdued (which fits the future world they live in well), it's ironic (and most likely on purpose) that the most passionate and human-like of all the characters are the replicants themselves. It's an interesting notion that the humans are portrayed as much more cynical and full of despondency, while the shorter life-spanned replicants seem to embody a passion for life that they seem to have lost. This movie is deep, but not for everyone. People who have short attention spans or no interest in entertaining ideas about humanity and our future should probably stay away. Those who love a story about a man struggling to find his humanity in the desolate landscape of the future, cool visuals, or just sci-fi in general owe it to themselves to see the movie that influenced countless movies, TV series, books, music, and video games, and will continue to do so for a long time.… Expand
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AcolonJul 2, 2012
Bes sci fi ever. A must see to everyone who likes the genre. The lighting is great, the look and fell is beyond belief. It is cinema at its finest. Character creation is beautiful and the well paced action blends perfectly with theBes sci fi ever. A must see to everyone who likes the genre. The lighting is great, the look and fell is beyond belief. It is cinema at its finest. Character creation is beautiful and the well paced action blends perfectly with the psychological aspects of the plot.… Expand
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TokyochuchuMar 4, 2013
Blade Runner is one of the most visually spectacular films of all time. Ridley Scott is an undisputed master of the visual craft and Blade Runner is his masterwork. Other elements of the movie work just as well; the atmosphere, specialBlade Runner is one of the most visually spectacular films of all time. Ridley Scott is an undisputed master of the visual craft and Blade Runner is his masterwork. Other elements of the movie work just as well; the atmosphere, special effects and music are all absolutely perfect. There are also so many metaphors and subtexts buried in the movie that it's possible to discover something new every time you watch. Blade Runner is an unbelievably fantastic film that is rightfully hailed as an all time classic.… Expand
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benoskiFeb 5, 2014
Before watching Blade Runner, I never understood why this film had such a massive influence on the cyberpunk genre. After watching it, I could only say that this film was a masterpiece. Great special effects, great acting and a greatBefore watching Blade Runner, I never understood why this film had such a massive influence on the cyberpunk genre. After watching it, I could only say that this film was a masterpiece. Great special effects, great acting and a great soundtrack, among other great things makes this film stand out in the science fiction category of films.… Expand
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MySyntonyAug 9, 2014
Blade Runner begins with a great crescendo by Vangelis and a futuristic landscape of L.A. The year is 2019. The story is based on Philip K. Dick's novel ''Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?'' But the final screenplay by Hampton Fancher andBlade Runner begins with a great crescendo by Vangelis and a futuristic landscape of L.A. The year is 2019. The story is based on Philip K. Dick's novel ''Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?'' But the final screenplay by Hampton Fancher and David Webb Peoples gave the whole story its dark, slow, hypnotically and unique emotional feeling.

The iconic futurist illustrator and designer Syd Mead created with his art the blueprint for all visuals. And the special effects by Douglas Trumbull, Richard Yuricich and David Dryer are just superb for its time. Remember the police car landing on the rooftops of L.A. or balcony scene with the cruising police car.

I watched this movie on silver-screen in 1982 and since then every decade following. Until today every shot in Blade Runner is just intricately detailed as anything a science-fiction film has yet envisioned and has not yet been exceeded.

Blade Runner is a masterpiece of its own and one of the greatest science fiction films ever made.… Expand
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j30Jan 30, 2012
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The cerebral Blade Runner is Ridley Scott's second great science-fiction flick (the first being the intensely moody Alien). Not only are the visuals great to look at, but the brilliant, existential screenplay is what makes this movie so great. The author Philip K Dick wrote the novel in which the movie is based off of and I think he would have been proud, even though the movie is completely different story, but the themes are still there. With a line like "I've seen things you people wouldn't believe. Attack ships on fire off the shoulder of Orion. I've watched C-beams glitter in the dark near the Tannhauser Gate. All those moments will be lost in time, like tears in rain. Time to die." That line sends chills down my spine.… Expand
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RechiauAug 12, 2011
When I first watched this movie, I didn't really pay attention. Which isn't the films fault, given it is a film based highly on the narrative, themes and relationships within the film. Which is respectively hard to follow for an incrediblyWhen I first watched this movie, I didn't really pay attention. Which isn't the films fault, given it is a film based highly on the narrative, themes and relationships within the film. Which is respectively hard to follow for an incredibly tired and not so-sober individual. It wasn't until a year or so later, I saw the film was on tv and decided to watch it again. Given I hardly remembered what even happened in it. Let's just say after paying attention to the detail in this film, I was blown-back by it's style and atmosphere. Scott did very well in creating a realistic and believable gritty future; while also being able to capture how such a world alienates and disillusions it's residents. It's a beautiful social commentary and deals with many philosophical ideas, while never telling you any definite answers to them. It's definitely one of the best narrative uses of a sci-fi setting, and deserves all of its recognition and praise.… Expand
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DezuuuApr 4, 2012
The very definition of cyberpunk. The best soundtrack to a movie ever, by the one and only Vangelis. Revolutionary from a technical standpoint. A great story. A true cult classic.
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DexEngineerSep 26, 2022
creators of the movie deserve applaud for bringing engaging, almost flawless, futuristic story. Great acting, great music, great environmental sound effects. Exceptional cinema.
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SwatiDec 2, 2013
From the outset, you are treated to some dazzling cinematography, special effects and set pieces. Everything looked and felt so ahead of its time. This is a classic example of neo-noir_ shady characters and a lot of detective work. The moodFrom the outset, you are treated to some dazzling cinematography, special effects and set pieces. Everything looked and felt so ahead of its time. This is a classic example of neo-noir_ shady characters and a lot of detective work. The mood was consistently dark and forbidding. I haven't seen such impressive world-building elsewhere.

The plot followed a bunch of replicants, who are kind of cyborgs, on the loose. A blade runner, someone whose job is to track and kill them, is set on the case. Some detective work follows until the confrontations.

I especially liked the character of Roy Batty. He was the charismatic smiling yet menacing leader of the replicants. The villains were the best part, very conflicted and engaging, perhaps more so than the protagonist. That's what I loved about the movie. It was less about the plot than an opportunity to peep into a highly complex, morally corrupt future world which despite everything, was extremely appealing. It was a pleasant surprise to see Harrison Ford not portraying his self, even though there were hints of his attempts to do so but were mostly suppressed by probably the director.

The technology and architecture, and the general cityscape depicted was exquisite in its advanced and yet run-down state, like the future we were watching had already started to decay and deform, and we missed its pinnacle of prosperity. This Los Angeles of the future has little to no sun, a lot of rain, smog and an apparent Chinese majority. Except for the latter, where it is replaced by the Hispanic community, I think LA is headed that way. I especially liked the feel of it. The sense it evoked was one of deep, brooding hopelessness. The movie set the standard for much of the sci-fi flicks to follow.

This has to be one of the most puzzling movies I have ever seen. A single viewing may not yield feelings of grandeur and praise but a hint of disappointment. Only when I watched it again did I embrace it fully and connected with some characters, oddly from the wrong side of the conflict. The Final Cut version was ripe with such spectacle and detail that it would be worth it even if all else failed. The score, retro electronic music, enhances the experience and pleasure. A joy ride from start to finish, and a masterpiece in its originality and imagination.… Expand
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NBAluke579Sep 15, 2013
The Greatest sci-fi film ever created alongside Kubrick's 2001:A Space Odyssey. Blade Runner is NOT a film for everybody. It's a slow burn narrative, that only connects when you look at the bigger picture. The Final Cut version is my favoriteThe Greatest sci-fi film ever created alongside Kubrick's 2001:A Space Odyssey. Blade Runner is NOT a film for everybody. It's a slow burn narrative, that only connects when you look at the bigger picture. The Final Cut version is my favorite movie of all-time. It's a perfect blend of sci-fi and noir. A dark look at a dystopian future where rain is constantly falling, darkness covers everything, and the streets are overcrowded and dirty. The film is absolutely stunning visually, and features some of the most beautiful cinematography ever put to film. The film contains heavy themes, and symbolism and after each viewing you always find something new. The film balances these themes without feeling pretentious or self-indulgent. Is this a film for everybody? No. But if you love films that make you think this is it.… Expand
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FranzHcriticAug 23, 2013
All versions prove able in their genre of dystopian sci-fi. Rutger Hauer, to be frank, should have gotten a f***ing oscar nomination for his role. 'Tears in Rain' remains one of the greatest monologues of all time, and the fact that he madeAll versions prove able in their genre of dystopian sci-fi. Rutger Hauer, to be frank, should have gotten a f***ing oscar nomination for his role. 'Tears in Rain' remains one of the greatest monologues of all time, and the fact that he made it up, makes it all the more magnificent. Great sci-fi, The Tech-noir compliments the story brilliantly. What was with the people of 1982… Expand
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YushamushOct 13, 2013
An insanely captivating and interesting film that will without a doubt give most viewers a truly unique and original cinematic experience. In my opinion this is the greatest Sci-fi film ever made, it stands far taller than Sci-fi titans suchAn insanely captivating and interesting film that will without a doubt give most viewers a truly unique and original cinematic experience. In my opinion this is the greatest Sci-fi film ever made, it stands far taller than Sci-fi titans such as Star Wars, E.T and Encounters of the Third Kind. Everything from the gloomy setting to the incredible dialogues, this film more than earns it's reputation as a household name.… Expand
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NShep53Sep 16, 2017
Blade Runner is a film of emotion. It hits you in your core and you can never forget it. What makes us human? Many films try to ask and answer this question. Blade Runner is the only film to actually do it. Harrison Ford, Sean Young andBlade Runner is a film of emotion. It hits you in your core and you can never forget it. What makes us human? Many films try to ask and answer this question. Blade Runner is the only film to actually do it. Harrison Ford, Sean Young and Rutger Hauer give career best performances. Vangelis did the soundtrack and it is one of the best ever.… Expand
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tigerskin84Oct 27, 2015
What an amazing movie! this dark neon futuristic Los Angeles, the fight for survival of the replicants, rutger hauer character, i think this movie wasnt a hit in theaters because its was beyond that time, off course it has flaws like everyWhat an amazing movie! this dark neon futuristic Los Angeles, the fight for survival of the replicants, rutger hauer character, i think this movie wasnt a hit in theaters because its was beyond that time, off course it has flaws like every movie but is its pretty unique in its own way, the visuals , actors performances, Vangelis soundtrack is so perfect for this movie!! dont wait a sec get a copy, you wont regret it… Expand
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PvtJacksonJun 16, 2014
Blade Runner is a sci-fi masterpiece and my personal best sci-fi movie of all times compared to 2001: A Space Odyssey and Solaris. It is impossible for me to find out how they managed to imagine and construct the dark, gloomy future city ofBlade Runner is a sci-fi masterpiece and my personal best sci-fi movie of all times compared to 2001: A Space Odyssey and Solaris. It is impossible for me to find out how they managed to imagine and construct the dark, gloomy future city of L.A in 2019, a civilized yet severely polluted metropolis covered with but dust, toxic rain and eternal darkness - exactly what is going to befall mankind in an intermediate future should we continue our eco-destroying behavior. Set in future, when men rely on Replicants - robots - to exploit it's colonies outside Earth and our planet is reduced to only a dead planet with no trees or green resources, Blade Runner is both a 80%-and-increasing prophecy about human tomorrow and a visually dazzling sci-fi thriller which has ensured it's place as one of the greatest sci-fi flicks of all times… Expand
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GrabacrJan 7, 2014
This is an AMAZING movie. It is by far one of my favorite movies of all time, and so far my favorite Ridley Scott movie. Harrison Ford is great as Deckard, and the world envisioned is darkly mesmerizing. Details, no big deal if there are aThis is an AMAZING movie. It is by far one of my favorite movies of all time, and so far my favorite Ridley Scott movie. Harrison Ford is great as Deckard, and the world envisioned is darkly mesmerizing. Details, no big deal if there are a lot of details. That just means watch the damn movie and pay attention, John Smith. Or if you can't wrap your head around the intricate details then that's not the movie's fault, that's your fault.… Expand
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ahodge1924Jan 31, 2014
Beautifully shot, spectacular production value, shoddy acting in places great script, faithful but not a slave to the book its based. Incredible example of science fiction at its absolute best
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ozymandias79Jun 10, 2017
It's easy to see why Blade runner is a seminal film in Sci-fi. The special effects almost hold up today. The difference between the theatrical and director's cuts is huge. I'd recommend watching the former before the latter to fullyIt's easy to see why Blade runner is a seminal film in Sci-fi. The special effects almost hold up today. The difference between the theatrical and director's cuts is huge. I'd recommend watching the former before the latter to fully appreciate the difference. Practically every sci-fi film since has tried to copy Blade runner. So you might get some deja vu watching Blade runner, but remember, it came first.… Expand
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Voodoo123Feb 5, 2020
Beautifully shot neon noir journey inside a dystopic alternate 2019 Los Angeles wherein interplanetary colonisation is a reality made possible by the work of an army of synthetic humans aka 'replicants'. Harrison Ford stars as the titularBeautifully shot neon noir journey inside a dystopic alternate 2019 Los Angeles wherein interplanetary colonisation is a reality made possible by the work of an army of synthetic humans aka 'replicants'. Harrison Ford stars as the titular Blade runner tasked with 'retiring' a group of rogue androids determined to extend their limited 3 year lifespans. The 2007 final cut edit is superbly paced and pieced together sans the awful voice over narration that haunted the theatrical release. The screenplay is rich and weird, with many enigmatic characters played by the extremely talented cast. 1982's Blade runner holds up well today and has been well complimented with a tasteful sequel. I remember I first watched the directors cut on channel 4 back in the nineties and it blew my mind again and again requiring multiple watches for my young mind to appreciate the nuances this film encapsulates. Stands alongside Alien as Ridley Scott's best work and is seminal to the cyberpunk genre.… Expand
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borderlinefilmsJan 14, 2015
Planet Noir

I hereby declare Blade Runner the best sci-fi movie of all time. Arguments? No? Okay. So long. Please upvote the guest book on your way out. WAIT! There's more. At the risk of whistling conspiracies and setting offPlanet Noir

I hereby declare Blade Runner the best sci-fi movie of all time. Arguments? No? Okay. So long. Please upvote the guest book on your way out.

WAIT! There's more. At the risk of whistling conspiracies and setting off inappropriate vibrations in your slacks, you see, this Ridley K. Dick concoction is going on right now. While we're all transfixed by the endlessly goofy droppings from the web, forever staring down and swiping things on our smarty-pants phones, retweeting selfies of infinitely mirrored selfies; proliferating at light speed, every aspect of humanity is being replicated, perfected, mechanized, optimized, upgraded, fortified, robofied, Googlized, quantumized, DNA'd and NSA'd and will soon converge to fall upon and supplant us, and Harrison Ford, despite looking trim for his years, will be too old to stop it! And the irony to end all ironies is that we, as the irresponsibly arrogant, over-infested and narcissistic caretakers and consumers, and the colossal defecators of this broken-down, flea-bag of a planet, are entirely fundamentally responsible. No, the irony of all ironies is that a world exclusively dominated by self-correcting technocratic cyborgs with zettabytes of artificial intelligence will be a vast improvement. The androids are saving the planet! AHHH, run for your life! Blade Runner is both an expired cautionary tale and emerging utopian fantasy.

Oh, you knew this already? Very well. Carry on. Enjoy your self-driving cars and virtual nature tours.… Expand
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TempusFugitMar 10, 2015
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Blade Runner has many quotable lines and stunning special effects. Blade Runner was an innovative Science Fiction movie and it is a timeless classic. One of my favourite lines in the movie is when Tyrell
and Roy are talking to one another. "The light that burns twice as bright burns half as long and you have
burned so very brightly Roy. I've done questionable things, also extraordinary things revel in your time.
Nothing the god of biomechanics wouldn't let you into heaven for." The music that plays during this scene
transmits a haunting mood to the audience. The music perfectly fits the scene and the style of the movie.
Blade Runner was and will always be a triumph in the Science Fiction/Action genre.… Expand
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VinceRocks123Apr 17, 2015
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. For those who are unfamiliar with a neo-noir its a movie that revolves around several cinematic elements like mystery crime and thriller, with a smoke haze atmosphere and stylish cinematography with reduced used of lighting to create blackened atmospheres, now Ridley Scott will redefine the genre with a dash of sci-fi with philosophical and thematic elements and we get a legendary masterpiece of what would the future be like from the mind of acclaimed writer Philip K. Dick

Harrison Ford is chilling as the veteran blade runner Rick Deckard, of 2017 dystopian LA now a massive multicultural community covered heavily in rain and smoke, now run by private businesses who rely on replicants (androids built to look like humans) to work off planet in the lunar colonies to help power the city. Rick is assigned to one final hunt to destroy four escaped replicants (featuring Rutger Hauer and Daryl Hannah) on the run who have illegally entered LA, but he later finds his aggression to replicants challenged when he meets Rachel (Sean Young) a newly designed replicant who is unaware she is one herself, which frustrates Deckard till he sees for himself the senselessness of his job as a blade runner which also questions if he is really human or not.

Ridley Scott's mythological visionary is poured out its a defining new screen legend that questions the humans value life in the future and the possibilities of the machines wanting the same value as ours, one of the greatest sci-fi masterpieces since 2001 A Space Odyssey, a dystopian flick for the human soul and not for the feint of heart, a film that will define another kind of film of such significance… Expand
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MrTibsterJun 28, 2015
One of my top 3 movies of all time (With Drive and Magnolia) Probably Ridley's finest moment in film, with gorgeous special FX that still hold up to this day. Personally 'The Final Cut' is my favourite version, with my fave ending out of allOne of my top 3 movies of all time (With Drive and Magnolia) Probably Ridley's finest moment in film, with gorgeous special FX that still hold up to this day. Personally 'The Final Cut' is my favourite version, with my fave ending out of all of them. Ford is fantastic as Deckard, portraying a broken man perfectly, and keeping him constantly interesting. All performances are fantastic throughout, even Olmos who hardly speaks a word is brilliant. The FX still look great, and in HD it looks even better. The writing is also top notch, even though its very different to its source material.
Overall a fantastic Sci-Fi that I can't stop watching, definitely one of the greatest films of all time!… Expand
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kyle20ellisMar 28, 2022
Blade Runner is quite simply wonderful, and not only is it one of Ridley Scott's best films, but also one of the best of the genre. For one thing, the visuals are superb. Not just in the special effects which are just mind-blowing but also inBlade Runner is quite simply wonderful, and not only is it one of Ridley Scott's best films, but also one of the best of the genre. For one thing, the visuals are superb. Not just in the special effects which are just mind-blowing but also in the cinematography, colours and sets. Another strong asset is the score, in fact Blade Runner is easily one of Vangelis's best by how mysterious and haunting it all is.

The story is just great. True, it is the sort of film you need to see more than once to understand/appreciate it, but that is not a flaw in any way, quite the contrary. The story is very compelling, and also very deep thematically. Blade Runner is further advantaged by memorable dialogue, superb direction by Scott and good pacing. I can understand why some are underwhelmed by the ending, I was at first, but the more I saw the film the more the ending made sense to me. Finally the performances. Harrison Ford is perfectly cast, and Sean Young supports him admirably, but the real star of the cast is Rutgar Hauer who is outstanding in his role.

In conclusion, a brilliant film and something Scott should be proud of. 10/10 Bethany Cox… Expand
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PanchogulJun 5, 2020
Una obra maestra poderosa y sublime, visualmente gloriosa, actuaciones impecables y una historia cuyo desarrollo es complejo y cauteloso, sin duda alguna es una película muy adelantada a su tiempo siendo la dirección artística y la narrativaUna obra maestra poderosa y sublime, visualmente gloriosa, actuaciones impecables y una historia cuyo desarrollo es complejo y cauteloso, sin duda alguna es una película muy adelantada a su tiempo siendo la dirección artística y la narrativa los puntos más fuertes y mejor logrados de este gran clásico de culto.… Expand
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LantarJan 15, 2016
One of the best sci-fi movie and written soundtrack to it by genius composer Vangelis. And of course great acting performance by Harrison Ford, Sean Young and Rutger Hauer. My personal score is 10/10
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Mragusa2Apr 9, 2016
The moment I saw the opening shot of the futuristic city of LA being reflected in the human iris, I was hooked onto Blade Runner. This is possibly my favorite movie of all time; definitely my favorite sci-fi movie of all time.

The plot canThe moment I saw the opening shot of the futuristic city of LA being reflected in the human iris, I was hooked onto Blade Runner. This is possibly my favorite movie of all time; definitely my favorite sci-fi movie of all time.

The plot can be hard to follow, but after viewing it multiple times, I found it to be very fascinating and rich with themes like religion, death and man's reliance on technology. It's the sort of plot that will leave you thinking even after the end credits have rolled.

The main characters of Deckard (Harrison Ford) & Roy Batty (Rutger Hauer) are equally compelling, much of which is due to the outstanding performances of both actors. Roy Batty's poetic "Tears in the Rain" speech is in my mind one of the most memorable monologues in movie history.

If you can't appreciate the film's story, you can at least appreciate it as a visual spectacle. This is one of the most beautifully shot movies that I have ever seen. The shots of the neon-filled city are breathtaking, & the imagery plays off of the movie's themes to the letter.

The futuristic dystopian city of LA is absolutely jaw-dropping, and makes you want to see more of this world. Greek composer Vangelis helps bring this world to life with his unique score, a beautiful symphony of futuristic synthesizers.… Expand
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SanDiegoJun 6, 2022
I enjoyed watching the movie when I was 12 but it’s really classic.

I love this Cyberpunk Movie

Note: Please watch the Final Cut of the Movie, Not the other ones.

I give it 10/10
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Chiscokid88Oct 11, 2017
A great classic a science fiction film that hasn't aged a day. Still one of my favorite films. A perfect science fiction film noir that all film lovers should view.
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MasterRileyJul 22, 2016
Blade Runner (The Final Cut specifically) is a masterpiece. It is widely considered to be the greatest science fiction film of all time, and I can see why. Even though I am watching it today, I can still see how revolutionary it was back whenBlade Runner (The Final Cut specifically) is a masterpiece. It is widely considered to be the greatest science fiction film of all time, and I can see why. Even though I am watching it today, I can still see how revolutionary it was back when it first released. While its depiction of the year 2019 is a bit too ambitious, it still displays an amazing world and aesthetic for the sci-fi genre. Harrison Ford as Deckard is great. But its also the direction, the writing, the other performances, the production design, and the unique music that set Blade Runner apart from any other movie. It truly is a one of a kind film, one that will be hard to do justice in its upcoming sequel.… Expand
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alejandro970Oct 8, 2017
An essential of genre. Above the moderate action sequences,it´s appeal lies on the design of production, the philosophical context and the stupendous score composed by Vangelis. A must to see before watching BR2049.
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eva3si0nSep 24, 2017
The best movie in a genre the Cyberpunk. It is still removed nothing at such level. Fine history which is given simply and interestingly. The post-apocalyptic future which is realistic though the movie was shot nearly 40 years ago. The endingThe best movie in a genre the Cyberpunk. It is still removed nothing at such level. Fine history which is given simply and interestingly. The post-apocalyptic future which is realistic though the movie was shot nearly 40 years ago. The ending open looks much better, than initial happy. After all she drops out of the concept of a plot. Cult movie!… Expand
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DuraznitoJun 11, 2017
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Simplemente una de las mejores películas jamas creadas. Todo es excelente en esta película pero lo que mas destaca sin lugar a duda es su ambientación que esta perfectamente lograda. 10/10… Expand
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BroyaxApr 13, 2017
Quand je pense à Blade Runner, c'est surtout à la version cinéma de 1982 avec la voix off et la "bonne" fin, pas aux tentatives successives de Monsieur Ridley Scott de saborder son oeuvre... La vision du réalisateur est pour une fois (mais ceQuand je pense à Blade Runner, c'est surtout à la version cinéma de 1982 avec la voix off et la "bonne" fin, pas aux tentatives successives de Monsieur Ridley Scott de saborder son oeuvre... La vision du réalisateur est pour une fois (mais ce n'est pas si rare dans le monde du cinéma) totalement à côté de la plaque : les screen tests avaient raison et le producteur avait raison, si, si.

C'est sans doute le meilleur film d'Harrison Ford, le meilleur film de Ridley Scott (à l'insu de son ignorance) et la meilleure adaptation d'un roman de Philip K. Dick au grand écran : même si le film reste assez éloigné du chef-d'oeuvre de Dick, il a su en garder la trame principale et une certaine atmosphère.

Blade Runner (version 1982) n'a donc pas vieilli : il est resté magnifique et fascinant, et la prestation de Rutger Hauer, en état de grâce, n'y est pas étrangère, de même que la (sublime) musique de Vangelis.… Expand
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arrivistAug 27, 2020
The Final Cut of Blade Runner is one of the greatest films ever made. The attention to detail is astounding, even more so when you think the studio kicked Ridley Scott off set, and he had to trespass back onto the studio lot in order toThe Final Cut of Blade Runner is one of the greatest films ever made. The attention to detail is astounding, even more so when you think the studio kicked Ridley Scott off set, and he had to trespass back onto the studio lot in order to finish the filming. Combine that with the fact he was barely on speaking terms with Ford during the production, you wonder how this film even got finished, yet alone made a masterpiece out of. And it is a masterpiece.… Expand
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JPKJan 12, 2020
Underrated Classic
With great visuals, fantastic acting, and a unique original story, Blade Runner is definitely a classic you should watch.
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Zummy1976May 11, 2017
Amazingly this just gets better with age. Despite being ripped off countless times over the last 35 years, the visuals are as breathtaking as ever. The use of real sets and models rather than CGI give this a tactile realness that's absent inAmazingly this just gets better with age. Despite being ripped off countless times over the last 35 years, the visuals are as breathtaking as ever. The use of real sets and models rather than CGI give this a tactile realness that's absent in modern sci-fi. Like Roy Batty, soulful, sad, beautiful, perfect.… Expand
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ViniciusBritoDec 27, 2018
In a futuristic world where people have created artificial humans to do the though job and work as slaves, they are named as replicants. When some of these replicants escape from the place where they were forced to work and end up in LosIn a futuristic world where people have created artificial humans to do the though job and work as slaves, they are named as replicants. When some of these replicants escape from the place where they were forced to work and end up in Los Angeles, looking for to meet their creator and prolongate their lifetime. A cop, the Blade Runner, gotta hunt and "retire" the replicants group. Directed by Ridley Scott and written by Hampton Fancher and David Peoples.
This film is a gamechanger, not just for the sci-fi, but for movies in general and in multiple ways, be in visual, in philosophy, style, you can se a lot of movies that use the aspects created in this film in other future classics after this.
The story can be very confusing and boring for some people, because of it's slowness, but i found that great, the dialogues in this movie are all very deep and smart, the narrative of this movie together with it's atmosphere puts you completely inside of the movie, the darkened Los Angeles, with the smoke everywhere, with different kind of people, all helps to put you inside of the movie, with it's strong colors, a very noir and investigative story that is very well set.
The world building in this is magnificent, a world build in 1.982 for a futuristic science fiction, using no cgi technologies, all practical effects where we can't see things dated, things are still visually relevant in now days and also one of the best futuristic universe made, using models, creating real things, it all make the movie not get ugly with time, not using bad cgi, i found all that really pretty and well made. The visual in the world, laden in neon and cyberpunk characteristics, so those lights together with the dark things, a world where is always night, it got really pretty and depressive visual, wich is perfect for what the movie is telling.
The philosophy situation in here, is giant, and we could list some film that surely got influenciated by this in it, wich would be Ghost in the Shell or Matrix for example. The discussion of the replicants and humans are fabulous, if someone develop emotions, and those emotions are exactly like the regular human ones, what could differ than from humans, what would make them less humans than us? The fact is their fights is totally relatable to stories in our society, people that got created just for one specific reason, and are enslaved to do that, created to have no emotions, and live a really few time, can't we relate that to our routine? Another big thing that i found really fantastic in here, is that the reason that the replicants are getting hunted by Deckard, is because they are considering dangerous and not humans by the people, the fun fact is that at the end of the day they got to be more humans than actual humans, the end of the movie is such of a masterpiece because of that, you got a "human" trying to "retire" a "monster" and suddenly such monster becomes more human than the human, that was a thing to think about, what are we doing with our lives, we actually living or just pretending. A memory in our mind is just a flash of something that have happened, a implanted memory is much different from that?
Another fantastic thing about this universe, is that what we are seeing is just a really small part of it, all the time they are talking about the giantic universe that happens around there, making it clear that Earth is just the scum of what exist, making it clear that who lives in this planet is only there because couldn't afford to live or didn't passed the texts to go out, so knowing that is a giant and rich universe is already a very interesting thing.
The soundtrack for this movie is, in my opinion, the best soundtrack ever made, what Vangelis did in here was unbelievable, i think that this song is probably the most imersive ever made, it talks so much with what is going on in the movie, it is a song that you can feel the waves getting inside of you and running in the veins, it is so much of a masterpiece.
Rutger Hauer as Roy Batty is the best character in the movie, by far, his acting is so on point, he is angry and agitated, but at the same time a very leader person, he does have some lines in this movie that are perfect, and in the way that he speaks it, just made everything better and created one of the most memorable scenes in cinema history, so as making us questioning who is the actual villain in this film. Sean Young as Rachael is also very perfect, she was in her voice very innocent, with a lot of doubts and discoveries, a very important character, love between a replicant and a human. Harrison Ford in some moments felt kind of disinterested, but maybe that is his character, and overall he wins it with his expressions. Daryl Hannah as Pris was really nice, her character was very interesting and i think that she could have been more explorated in this story. Joanna Cassidy and Brion James wasn't very explored, but they definely worked out very well.… Expand
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LUKEOPERCOUPOct 3, 2017
Blade Runner is an instant classic an maybe still the best Sci-Fi Movie of all time yet. All condiments in it flow naturally, with iconic scenes, it has everything to be remembered, as each point is memorable. It also incorporates small partsBlade Runner is an instant classic an maybe still the best Sci-Fi Movie of all time yet. All condiments in it flow naturally, with iconic scenes, it has everything to be remembered, as each point is memorable. It also incorporates small parts of other genres like love, suspense, adventure and action, which makes it more entertaining. This film is a call to our interior, to reflect.… Expand
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JSintheStatesDec 24, 2017
One of the best science fiction movies of all time! I saw the US theatrical release with the film noir narration, and that version remains my favorite. A trend setter that changed SF movies forever!
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Jose_VitorJan 30, 2018
a unique work of art that combines in a story a philosophy that even today transcends the thoughts of those who watch it. In addition the soundtrack is remarkable (One of the best of all time), with a highlight for the iconic scene of thea unique work of art that combines in a story a philosophy that even today transcends the thoughts of those who watch it. In addition the soundtrack is remarkable (One of the best of all time), with a highlight for the iconic scene of the tears in rain… Expand
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merijnjFeb 21, 2018
(95/100)
This movie changed my view on a good sci-fi movie and made me love the Cyberpunk genre.
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NicolasFrancoMay 15, 2019
My favorite movie!
Good acting, good screenplay, perfect soundtrack, perfect dialogues and scenario!
This movie is essential and one of the best ever made!
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XSpectrumXAug 26, 2018
An amazing masterpiece, which in many ways predicted the future of mankind.
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Filmix16Jun 15, 2019
Une histoire sortie de nullpare et que le grand publique a adorer. L’idée de ce film est très original. Harrison Ford ce révelle en blade runner, après avoir vus star wars il est difficile de l’imaginer dans un autre rôle et selon moi sesUne histoire sortie de nullpare et que le grand publique a adorer. L’idée de ce film est très original. Harrison Ford ce révelle en blade runner, après avoir vus star wars il est difficile de l’imaginer dans un autre rôle et selon moi ses surment sont meilleur rôle. Ridley Scott a réaliser un chefs d’oeuvr.… Expand
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JonSnow2049Aug 20, 2019
It is a brilliant masterpiece. One of the best sci-fi movies ever.Explores a lot of great philosophical issues and makes cool social commentary without feeling overbearing. Love it.
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MahmusOct 20, 2020
Blade Runner is the definitive cyberpunk movie.

Its effects hold up to this day. Its visuals with its use of neon lighting and beautiful shadows make it one of the most stunning sci-fi films to look at. The plot is simple, but engrossing.Blade Runner is the definitive cyberpunk movie.

Its effects hold up to this day. Its visuals with its use of neon lighting and beautiful shadows make it one of the most stunning sci-fi films to look at. The plot is simple, but engrossing. The romance could be better (and less assaulty), but the implications of the ending and the film's equally great sequel paint it in an interesting new, if still not official light.

Roy Batty is an amazing villain. His final speech will never not make me feel existentially depressed. Its themes of death are terrifying, but fascinating.

Oddly enough, the "zoom and enhance" scene is my favorite in the whole movie. Final Cut is the best cut.

It's great movie in almost every way. Beautiful.… Expand
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coolloginNov 20, 2019
Best cyberpunk and noir movie, 5th best movie of all time overall (in my opinion)
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ReibmagJan 17, 2020
Like fine wine. Staight to the point, compact, meaningful, awesome, a masterpiece to me.
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RedPrinceMar 8, 2020
Шикарный фильм, сейчас таких не делают уже, а жаль
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MetodistMar 12, 2020
Very stylish and atmospheric, best movie about "humans living together with robots"
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kretasDec 22, 2020
I really adore it,
I just saw it this year.
I think this movie holds greatly even for that age.
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SanityHitJun 24, 2020
One of the best movies of all time. The visuals are stunning and the acting is one of the best. I loved the movie and I love the book. I would recommend them to everybody.
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Onlyclassicvg1Mar 8, 2021
When I first watched this movie, I didn't really pay attention. Which isn't the films fault, given it is a film based highly on the narrative, themes and relationships within the film. Which is respectively hard to follow for an incredibly
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Toasty87Jul 10, 2020
A good all time cult classic everything is perfect in this movie a must see.
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geewahJan 9, 2021
A masterpiece of sci-fi.
No one can do atmospheric sci-fi like Ridley Scott as he proves with this moody & mesmorising piece of science fiction film noir.
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l0nlym1lkMar 28, 2021
This is my favourite movie of all time and I will stand by that opinion for the rest of my life. This film oozes atmosphere and character. The film has such a captivating mystery and subplots which keep the film from becoming tedious. and theThis is my favourite movie of all time and I will stand by that opinion for the rest of my life. This film oozes atmosphere and character. The film has such a captivating mystery and subplots which keep the film from becoming tedious. and the swooping soundtrack by Vangelis combined with the neon futuristic visuals makes this a cult classic. It works well as a cyberpunk movie but also as a noir, and honestly what more could you want?… Expand
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Mankind_dividedOct 24, 2021
THE pioneering cyberpunk noir film, gorgeous cinematography and philosophical story is what makes this a classic.
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arjuna808Jun 16, 2022
Outstanding. Without exaggeration, Blade Runner is a landmark in the history of film. Although I'm sure there are those who just watch it for the interesting visuals, there are so many layers to every aspect of the film that you could writeOutstanding. Without exaggeration, Blade Runner is a landmark in the history of film. Although I'm sure there are those who just watch it for the interesting visuals, there are so many layers to every aspect of the film that you could write several books on it (and indeed, there are!).… Expand
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TheNewGuyFeb 2, 2023
I don't even know where to begin with this film. There's so much to unpack here. Blade Runner is one of the most important landmarks in the history of science fiction media, and beyond that, one of the greatest films in movie history. TheI don't even know where to begin with this film. There's so much to unpack here. Blade Runner is one of the most important landmarks in the history of science fiction media, and beyond that, one of the greatest films in movie history. The world has so much depth to it, and the vibrant colors make it feel much more alive than most depicted worlds in movies. The concept of the Replicants hiding from human society and the Blade Runners tracking them down and killing them is one that I personally find really intriguing. Like most of the characters Harrison Ford plays, Deckard is compelling, charming, and immediately gets you invested in the strange and unique world he lives in. There's several moments in the film that had my jaw hit the floor, but I won't spoil those here. One thing I will advise regarding this movie is which version to watch. There are three main versions of Blade Runner, the original version, the Director's Cut from 1982, and the Final Cut from 2007. The latter of which is easily the best version of the film since Ridley Scott had full control over the film. The original version of Blade Runner features horrendous narration from Harrison Ford as Deckard that basically ruins the films pacing and plot. But the Final Cut (and Director's Cut) removes the voice overs and solidifies the film as an undisputed masterpiece. Overall, a landmark film in science fiction and one of Ridley Scott's finest works.… Expand
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mikasa_Aug 3, 2022
Один из лучших фильмов 20-го века, эстетически великолепная смесь нео-нуара и киберпанка. Даже сейчас, визуально, фильм смотрится великолепно, кадры хочется разбирать на детали. Но помимо отличного визуала фильм имеет достаточно крепкийОдин из лучших фильмов 20-го века, эстетически великолепная смесь нео-нуара и киберпанка. Даже сейчас, визуально, фильм смотрится великолепно, кадры хочется разбирать на детали. Но помимо отличного визуала фильм имеет достаточно крепкий сюжет, основанный на романе Филиппа Дика «Мечтают ли андроиды об электроовцах».… Expand
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DawidJohnsonFeb 6, 2023
I tell everyone I know I read the book this film was based on. Can you tell that I am pretentious?
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JBAug 11, 2006
A cleverly dark film that exposes one to visual and cerebral delights.
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DanB.Nov 13, 2007
It's been a while since I saw the original. I was anxious about any new version, but was totally gripped by this one. I never minded the narration in the original (never thought it was bad), but I did not miss it, here. This was my It's been a while since I saw the original. I was anxious about any new version, but was totally gripped by this one. I never minded the narration in the original (never thought it was bad), but I did not miss it, here. This was my first time seeing it on a big screen and it is still visually inspired, and has aged well.… Expand
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DeVr33zOct 15, 2011
One of my favorite movies of all time. There are some moments of corny acting, and a few things happen in the movie that I still don't understand, but overall if you're a fan of sci-fi or noire you will love Blade Runner.
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MovieFailAug 17, 2010
It goes far, but it doesn't go far enough. The world of the machine is not explored as deeply as I would have liked, in order to truly cement this as a classic film. Nevertheless, it stands on its own as a defining sci-fi noir film thatIt goes far, but it doesn't go far enough. The world of the machine is not explored as deeply as I would have liked, in order to truly cement this as a classic film. Nevertheless, it stands on its own as a defining sci-fi noir film that really everyone should see who has an interest in the genre. Harrison Ford plays essentially Harrison Ford, but as a detective, and he does a very decent job satisfying the old, disgruntled lawman that he's supposed to play. Brion James plays a delightfully crazy android, aided by a brief but memorable performance by Daryl Hannah. The story weaves together expertly in this crime drama, but the characters really drive the plot along. This is important, because at about two hours in length, this film can seem slow to anyone who is more used to fast-paced modern science fiction. However, tension builds and the climax is worth it for those who are willing to give it a shot. All in all, its accolades are well-deserved, even if it doesn't make my personal favorite science fiction films list. This may be Ridley Scott's defining masterpiece in his ouevre.

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ERG1008Aug 23, 2010
2019, illegal androids on the loose, man out to stop them, falls in love with one of them.
Classic Sci-Fi which still stands up well nearly 30 years on. Visually superb & still one of the greatest opening shots to a film also helped by the2019, illegal androids on the loose, man out to stop them, falls in love with one of them.
Classic Sci-Fi which still stands up well nearly 30 years on. Visually superb & still one of the greatest opening shots to a film also helped by the great score from Vangells.
Decent cast & I still really like Edward James Olmos as the slightly unnerving Gaff.
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rpmApr 25, 2019
Having just watched this (now 37 year old) film again, I still consider it the best sci-fi noir of all time. It has been undeniably influential and at long last spawned a recent sequel. With the exception of a few moments that could have beenHaving just watched this (now 37 year old) film again, I still consider it the best sci-fi noir of all time. It has been undeniably influential and at long last spawned a recent sequel. With the exception of a few moments that could have been done better, this is a nearly perfect example of a movie with plenty of style along with great acting and a very interesting story.… Expand
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Khunter4382Aug 25, 2011
Way ahead of it's time! This film is one of the hardest pills to swallow, but once you get it down, it sticks with you. It evokes such depth of thought and meditation. Rutger Hauer is excellent in this role though he doesn't have much screenWay ahead of it's time! This film is one of the hardest pills to swallow, but once you get it down, it sticks with you. It evokes such depth of thought and meditation. Rutger Hauer is excellent in this role though he doesn't have much screen time. Ford is great as ever with a particularly nuanced performance. The effects are stunning to this day. Watch this film and then watch it again a week or two later......let it "digest". Like a fine wine, it ages gracefully!… Expand
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HalfwelshmanAug 12, 2012
It's the big ideas behind its iconic visuals that really makes Blade Runner such a great science-fiction film. Covering wide-ranging themes including what it means to be human, free will, future off-world colonisation, the meaning of dreamsIt's the big ideas behind its iconic visuals that really makes Blade Runner such a great science-fiction film. Covering wide-ranging themes including what it means to be human, free will, future off-world colonisation, the meaning of dreams and the nature of reality, it's certainly a cerebral viewing experience. Ridley Scott is a master of genre-crossing - Alien was a hybrid of science-fiction and several sub-genres of horror, and Blade Runner is a science-fiction-noir. You've got the iconography and narrative structure of dark detective fiction encased in a radical, industrialised future city that appears as a strangely organic fusion of Eastern and Western culture. Though he reportedly had a bad time shooting the film, Harrison Ford gives one of the standout performances of his career as Rick Deckard, a weary hard-boiled detective who looks as though he's stepped straight out of a pulp detective novel. Daryl Hannah's impish and sinister take on a female fugitive android impresses as well, as does Edward James Olmos's mysterious mostly-silent detective Gaff - he doesn't say much, but his actions speak louder than words ever could. However, it's Rutger Hauer who really steals the show as Roy, the unhinged leader of the renegade "replicants" who Deckard is hunting, his performance a pitch-perfect deliverance of creepy-cool, and he gives one of the best farewell monologues on film (Haur responsible for choosing the most affecting parts of a speech written by David Webb Peoples) where Roy professes his humanity in moving, poetic verse as rain cascades down his grieving face. Vangellis' eerie, layered electronic score also helps no end to add further richness and emotion to the film. I'm not quite sure why there's still a debate about the implications of the film's final scene - it's pretty obvious what Scott intended. Blade Runner is undeniably one of the most influential of science-fiction films, and is an interesting modern take on a film noir to boot. I can't really say that I think Blade Runner is better that Scott's previous foray into sci-fi - yes there's another shadowy, amoral super-corporation pulling strings behind the scenes, but beyond that, Alien is just too different to compare. I sincerely hope Scott stops plundering his back-catalogue of successes at some point and moves onto something new, what with Prometheus being such a mixed bag of a film. There's a Prometheus sequel and another film in the Blade Runner universe in the works, which is more than a little worrying, and makes me wonder whether we should forcibly remove Ridley Scott's science-fiction crown before he really embarrasses himself.… Expand
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DukeJonNov 14, 2014
Really into this film when I was younger and, although I was still impressed seeing it again recently, I can see that it has its imperfections. There's a lot of the story which is implausible, and, dare I say it, quite dull. GreatReally into this film when I was younger and, although I was still impressed seeing it again recently, I can see that it has its imperfections. There's a lot of the story which is implausible, and, dare I say it, quite dull. Great performances make this worth watching (particularly the world weary cop Harrison Ford doing his best Philip Marlow impression) and of course Rutger Hauer. For me the real treat of this film is the uncompromising dystopian future depicted by Ridley Scott, with great special effects by Douglas Trumbull and of course a brilliant score by Vangelis. Bears little resemblance to the book by Philip K Dick; the film is essentially a 1940's film noir detective story set in the future.… Expand
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Sevvy88Jun 7, 2013
Love this movie. A true sci-fi picture. Explores a lot of great philosophical issues and makes cool social commentary without feeling overbearing. Harrison Ford is great in it as is Rutger Hauer (the star of the show imo). It's just a greatLove this movie. A true sci-fi picture. Explores a lot of great philosophical issues and makes cool social commentary without feeling overbearing. Harrison Ford is great in it as is Rutger Hauer (the star of the show imo). It's just a great film. If you haven't seen it, regardless of your age, do so. It has brilliant set design and art direction. It's a visual feast as well as a disturbing picture into the human condition and morality.… Expand
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lasttimeisawMar 21, 2012
I have finished this epochal cult filmâ
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keanexJan 9, 2022
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. As a huge Cowboy Bebop fan, it hit me about 1/3rd of the way in that this movie was potentially a huge inspiration for Cowboy Bebop. By 1/2 way through it was clear, and reading some interviews, it was confirmed. It turns out, not surprisingly, that it had a huge impact on sci-fi and anime in general. For that, it made it a fantastic watch

The film itself didn't jive tremendously with me. There were some moments that stood out, but above all, it was moreso the concept and pacing that were key. The "tears in the rain" scene with Roy on the roof was the highlight of the film for me. An AI being driven by fear of mortality was highly impactful for me. It retroactively painted their actions in a different light

Often times media that is inspired by originators of concepts build on those concepts and make them "better," and as a huge Cowboy Bebop fan, I feel that it accomplished this in a roundabout way. I feel that Cowboy Bebop took the building blocks, added its own flair, and expanded on the mood and pacing of Blade Runner. Obviously a different overall concept, but very clearly built off of the backbone of it. The similarities are probably what pulled me away from loving Blade Runner, but boy do I respect it.

Excellent movie, and I can see why it was highly impactful in the sci-fi genre.… Expand
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ScorpionMay 10, 2013
The subtle direction of Ridley Scott, this film transforms into a work of art without equal, telling the story of a mercenary who fell in love with his pod trabalho.Ele seem cold, harsh and violent as the film but her final packaged by aThe subtle direction of Ridley Scott, this film transforms into a work of art without equal, telling the story of a mercenary who fell in love with his pod trabalho.Ele seem cold, harsh and violent as the film but her final packaged by a music Vangelis phenomenal, makes it all worthwhile resulting in one of the most satisfactory films of Ridley Scott.… Expand
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SmoothrunnerNov 21, 2015
Imagine what will happen if stylish neo-noir science-fiction movie will be directed by young Ridley Scott at the peak of his career, based on the novel by talented amphetamine-addict, who is scribbling on drugs countless stories aboutImagine what will happen if stylish neo-noir science-fiction movie will be directed by young Ridley Scott at the peak of his career, based on the novel by talented amphetamine-addict, who is scribbling on drugs countless stories about borderline states, disguising themselves as science-fiction (Philip K. Dick), special effects in this film will be made by legendary Douglas Trumbull, Vangelis will write music, starring charismatic Harrison Ford, beautiful Sean Young, ingenious Rutger Hauer ("tears in the rain" line is his invention) and young Daryl Hannah? Well, the movie will get a commercial failure and the avalanche of criticism in the United States. That serves as another proof that nor commercial success, nor critics reviews should not be taken into account when assessing the motion picture arts.

"Blade Runner" is one of the last specimens of the pure art in the mainstream cinematography - it's when public's attention is drawn not by hurrying plot, but by exquisite picture, the so-called atmosphere that combines a certain style of storytelling, visual style, including special effects, high-quality music and actors' ensemble. If we add to this some philosophical depth and give the public time to reflect on each episode, without being distracted (harassed) by the following one, you will get an almost perfect motion picture. And if you appreciate beautiful motion pictures, then "Blade Runner" is your movie.

As of the idea of "Blade Runner", it is not obvious and at the same time is simple, like all true ideas - if at the beginning of the movie Deckard required Voight-Kampff test in order to determine whether Rachel a human being or not, at the end just two questions were enough for this. Actually, no more are required.

9 out of 10

P.S. A small remark. If before watching "Blade Runner" you have not read the novel on which the movie is based - "Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep" by Philip K. Dick - it is better not to read (otherwise you'll have false expectations). If you decide which version of the movie to choose, then just do not take "The Final Cut". I would suggest "The International Cut", as the most conscientious observance of neo- noir atmosphere and best explanation of the plot twists. Although "The Director's Cut" and unofficial (but most complete) "The Electric Unicorn Cut" have their advantages, but these versions are not as atmospheric and rather intended for hardcore fans of "Blade Runner". As I see it, director's hints on Deckard's artificial memory (dream about a unicorn and paper unicorn near his flat at the end, some dialogues) are excessive, contradict logic and unnecessary overcomplicate movie's main idea.… Expand
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askewglassesAug 30, 2013
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. First I must state that I have only seen this version of the film from 2007, so I have no other versions to compare it to. This movie is brilliant and one of the best sci-fi films out there. But it also embodies the film noir genre really well too. The music is very good and with every scene it fits perfectly. The visuals in this movie works so well and Douglas Trumball's special effects are brilliant, the city looks beautiful. I also like the look of this future and it fits within the story perfectly. Each and every one of the characters is complex and it's interesting to watch. Rutger Hauer gives such an amazing performance, his speech in the climax is just as beautiful as some of the imagery from the film, and is also one of my favourite movie scenes. This movie marks a great moment in cinema, one of the best out there.… Expand
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eagleeyevikingSep 29, 2017
Delivering a compelling social commentary as well as deeply rounded characters that can't be categorised as protagonist or antagonist, Ridley Scott's Blade Runner is a triumph of thinking persons' cinema. The special effects still hold up asDelivering a compelling social commentary as well as deeply rounded characters that can't be categorised as protagonist or antagonist, Ridley Scott's Blade Runner is a triumph of thinking persons' cinema. The special effects still hold up as of 2017, and the cinematography, acting, and score are brilliant.… Expand
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crimsondoorJan 31, 2017
This cyberpunk film is very important in cinematic history for a reason. Its visual style is way ahead of its time and is actually believable (unlike many modern films) and inspired a lot of films and anime. Its message, that humans are noThis cyberpunk film is very important in cinematic history for a reason. Its visual style is way ahead of its time and is actually believable (unlike many modern films) and inspired a lot of films and anime. Its message, that humans are no better than AIs is equally thought-provoking. As an Asian living in a city frequently described as "cyberpunk" I really want to thank Ridley Scott and Vangelis for making me appreciate my city more.… Expand
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Matsoni93Jan 23, 2015
The visuals are amazing, Los Angeles of 2019 is truly a beautifully realised, if not bleak and grim, future vision. Full of memorable moments and Rutger Hauers role is the icing on the cake. Have to give credit to the score and soundscape,The visuals are amazing, Los Angeles of 2019 is truly a beautifully realised, if not bleak and grim, future vision. Full of memorable moments and Rutger Hauers role is the icing on the cake. Have to give credit to the score and soundscape, helps to build the gloomy atmosphere.… Expand
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MattBrady99Apr 24, 2016
"I've seen things you people wouldn't believe. Attack ships on fire off the shoulder of Orion. I watched C-beams glitter in the dark near the Tannhäuser Gate. All those moments will be lost in time, like tears...in...rain. Time to die.""I've seen things you people wouldn't believe. Attack ships on fire off the shoulder of Orion. I watched C-beams glitter in the dark near the Tannhäuser Gate. All those moments will be lost in time, like tears...in...rain. Time to die."

One of my all time favourite scenes from any movie ever. I've watched the "Tears in Rain" monologue about a billion times by now. It's a scene where Rick Deckard (Harrison Ford) leans humanity from someone who isn't human.

Rutger Hauer, I love you man.… Expand
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CinemaSinsMay 9, 2015
In the nearly 25 years since its original release, Blade Runner has become one of the most discussed, debated, and influential science fiction movies. These days, it's almost impossible to find a gritty science fiction motion picture thatIn the nearly 25 years since its original release, Blade Runner has become one of the most discussed, debated, and influential science fiction movies. These days, it's almost impossible to find a gritty science fiction motion picture that doesn't owe at least a small debt to Blade Runner's visual style. The movie is also one of the first major motion pictures to have been given a red carpet "Director's Edition." In cooperation with Warner Brothers, Ridley Scott re-tooled the movie, making minor changes and eliminating the much-maligned voiceover. In late 1992, the new version was released in a limited number of theaters and was universally acclaimed as the "definitive version" by fans worldwide.

Considering how respected Blade Runner is in the 2000s, it's difficult to remember that it was widely viewed as a failure during its initial release. Reviews, for the most part, were negative. (This isn't surprising. Cutting-edge science fiction is often viewed negatively at first then re-evaluated later. 2001 is a classic example.) The box office was tepid, and the film failed to make back its production costs. Viewers, expecting something more popcorn-oriented from a Harrison Ford science fiction movie, were disappointed by the dark, serious nature of the project. The cast and crew, who had nearly rebelled against the director during production, were in some cases unenthusiastic in their support of the finished product.

Blade Runner is as much of a morality play as it is an action/adventure story. The question of whether or not the replicants are "alive" echoes themes from countless novels, movies, and television series. It lies at the heart of Issac Asimov's I, Robot (both the book and the movie). It's central to the premise of the current TV series Battlestar Galactica (which borrows Blade Runner's "skinjob" slang to describe human-looking androids). Blade Runner didn't invent the issue but it arguably did more to popularize it than any other post-Asimov source.

Those expecting to see Harrison Ford in full Han Solo/Indiana Jones action hero mode are primed for disappointment. Deckard is still capable of getting the job done, but he's not gung-ho about it. He's a reluctant cop, and his reluctance becomes more apparent as the movie unfolds. He's also not the blade runner he used to be. He does the job, but gets the hell kicked out of him on several occasions and, without Rachael's timely intervention when he confronts Leon, he wouldn't be around to chase Pris and Roy.

Blade Runner is not known for action set pieces. There are four, each associated with the death of a replicant. The most exaggerated are the conflicts between Deckard and Pris and Deckard and Roy, but there's nothing in either to match the elaborate workings of Ford's previous movie, Raiders of the Lost Ark. Blade Runner delivers its share of tension and suspense, but Ridley Scott's intention with this film was to make something worth thinking about not just a mindless jolt of adrenaline.

The movie is loosely based on Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep by Philip K. Dick, and it represents the first time any of the prolific science fiction author's works was adapted for a motion picture. Reportedly, Dick was pleased with the result even though Blade Runner diverged considerably from his story. What most impressed Dick was the look of the film and that has become Blade Runner's legacy. The mixture of high technology (air cars) and poverty (fires in trash cans) results in indelible images. Blade Runner takes place in darkness and rain. The film noir influences are evident, but so are the science fictions ones. Scott's ability to fuse these two has created a blueprint that dozens of other "serious" science fiction films have followed. The Blade Runner look is in direct contrast to the antiseptic appearance of Star Wars and Star Trek, the reigning science fiction poster franchises of the day. (Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan was released three weeks prior to Blade Runner in 1982.)

Blade Runner is a rare science fiction movie so full of material that pages can be written about it without scratching the surface. A review like this can provide little more than an overview. A detailed exploration of the movie, its style, and its mysteries requires dedication that only someone immersed in Blade Runner lore can provide. Currently, the film is available in the United States only in the director's cut. Warner Brothers, however, has promised an exhaustive box set next year with multiple versions. It will be interesting to see whether those editions offer new insights or expand upon the film's already rich tapestry.… Expand
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