Bright
Netflix | Release Date: December 22, 2017
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RalfbergsMar 4, 2018
The movie critics are really in the wrong here, most people liked the movie as it was interesting, it had a completely different world, it had action, funny moments and the acting was great. I can understand if critics don't give it a highThe movie critics are really in the wrong here, most people liked the movie as it was interesting, it had a completely different world, it had action, funny moments and the acting was great. I can understand if critics don't give it a high rating, but giving it so many negative votes - I think that's just because it is a Netflix movie… Expand
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GoronokJan 8, 2018
It was an interesting world that really filled an interesting "what if?" that I never knew I wanted to see. Smith was good, the visuals were really great in places, story was logically consistent, characters believable. It was a bit muddledIt was an interesting world that really filled an interesting "what if?" that I never knew I wanted to see. Smith was good, the visuals were really great in places, story was logically consistent, characters believable. It was a bit muddled on the genre and what it wanted to be, but it was a competent movie. I cared about the characters and what happened to them, and it kept up the tension from first major action to climax.

It's a bit of a Hellboyish fusion of fantasy and action in a contemporary setting.… Expand
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KayVen17Sep 26, 2018
Deutsche Review - Kritik Der folgende Test ist in 5 Kategorien zusammengefasst. Diese 5 Kartegorien ergeben die Gesamtpunktzahl von 0 - 100 Punkten. Um einen passenden Userscore zu geben wird auf oder abgerundet. Bei 84 Punkten ergibt dasDeutsche Review - Kritik Der folgende Test ist in 5 Kategorien zusammengefasst. Diese 5 Kartegorien ergeben die Gesamtpunktzahl von 0 - 100 Punkten. Um einen passenden Userscore zu geben wird auf oder abgerundet. Bei 84 Punkten ergibt das einen User Score von 8. Bei 86 einen von Userscore von 9. Falls eine 85 kommt entscheide ich ob ich es eher positiv oder negativ nehme. Regeln verstanden? Dann sind hier meine Punkte. Mein persönlicher Score = 89/100 Mein User Score = 9/10… Expand
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GunnerMcDaggetFeb 14, 2018
I'm not sure if it was due to my low expectations but I was pleasantly surprised by this movie. I was waiting for something to happen which would ruin the movie and give it reason for all the poor reviews, but instead I just enjoyed it fromI'm not sure if it was due to my low expectations but I was pleasantly surprised by this movie. I was waiting for something to happen which would ruin the movie and give it reason for all the poor reviews, but instead I just enjoyed it from start to finish. They created an interesting world that had just the right amount of blend of the real world and fantasy, threw in two great main characters, an interesting story, hints of lore, and epic action sequences. The result is a great movie that stood well above most other movies I've watched recently.… Expand
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AviCatJan 22, 2018
I am not sure why the critics hated this so much. I loved it and wish there was a TV series set in this universe. Dark and gritty with some nice dark humor thrown in. Great buddy cop movie, that also shows stereotyping from another prospective.
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ericrosarJan 17, 2018
The concept was great. The "world building" was on point in a way that we could understand the rules in the first half hour. The acting was appropriate for the genre. Will Smith is great at playing Will Smith; not a necessarily a dig at theThe concept was great. The "world building" was on point in a way that we could understand the rules in the first half hour. The acting was appropriate for the genre. Will Smith is great at playing Will Smith; not a necessarily a dig at the movie just at his range. Overall a well executed simple story (not a dig either) with exception of the dialogue, which could have been more engaging. And most importantly, kudos to the writer who did NOT turn an easily politicize-able topic into a SJW riddled fiasco (The Last Jedi). It addressed both sides evenly. Which, in part, is why I think the critics panned this movie; for the lack of police bashing disguised as "biting political commentary".… Expand
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treestandDec 26, 2017
I am sorry I wasted my time with this film. I was excited for the potential in this type of fantasy/modern mashup but the writing throughout was flat out awful. It seemed like it was written in one go, and you can literally see the charactersI am sorry I wasted my time with this film. I was excited for the potential in this type of fantasy/modern mashup but the writing throughout was flat out awful. It seemed like it was written in one go, and you can literally see the characters barf nonsense exposition at each moment where the writers needed to figure out what to do next. Like watching two six year olds play fantasy cops in the backyard. And I dunno, maybe that's what they were going for, but I was expecting something with a little thought put into it, instead this is an Ed Wood or Troma level B movie. With higher paid actors? Whatever, forgettit.… Expand
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BLK99Dec 26, 2017
Una de tantas peliculas americanas, aburrida, predecible, llena de topicos y cliches, que cosa tan absurda, en los trailers tenia mejor pinta, aunque el desarrollo de los personajes es pobre... no es que no hay nada que destacar, falto fueUna de tantas peliculas americanas, aburrida, predecible, llena de topicos y cliches, que cosa tan absurda, en los trailers tenia mejor pinta, aunque el desarrollo de los personajes es pobre... no es que no hay nada que destacar, falto fue Will Smith empezar a soltar frases como estoy muy viejo para esto… Expand
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viroodiemJan 1, 2018
Far better than its score suggests. While relatively predictable, sometimes predictable can be a good thing. Such is the case of Will Smith's acting ability.

Overall this is yet another case where metacritic shines the light on the disparityFar better than its score suggests. While relatively predictable, sometimes predictable can be a good thing. Such is the case of Will Smith's acting ability.

Overall this is yet another case where metacritic shines the light on the disparity between amateur and professional critics. A trend that is happening more and more frequently.

Overall it is a watchable affair, with a far more intriguing premise to draw from than what the production offers.… Expand
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arrivistMar 9, 2019
Brilliantly inventive and original. The cinematography, set and costume design and action scenes are superb throughout. The writing in the 3rd act gets a bit messy and the plot falls apart, but it is still very entertaining and engrossing.Brilliantly inventive and original. The cinematography, set and costume design and action scenes are superb throughout. The writing in the 3rd act gets a bit messy and the plot falls apart, but it is still very entertaining and engrossing. Edgerton's honest Orc: Jakoby, steals the show.… Expand
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HsaBeastMar 8, 2018
Meh.
I was expecting better, but when I think that this movie was directed by the same guy from Suicide Squad .........
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darklordabc123May 11, 2018
It was a fun movie what can I say. It was entertaining, the plot moved in interesting ways and the universe was really interesting and inspired, I want to see more of it.
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NBFCJan 25, 2018
Using fantasy stories to provide commentary on contemporary society is hardly a new concept, especially in regards to racism. Just look no further than Dr. Seuss’ short story The Sneetches or the whole Mud-bloods vs. Pure-blood theme of theUsing fantasy stories to provide commentary on contemporary society is hardly a new concept, especially in regards to racism. Just look no further than Dr. Seuss’ short story The Sneetches or the whole Mud-bloods vs. Pure-blood theme of the Harry Potter series.

However, if there is a comparison to be made with David Ayer’s latest creation that gives an End of Watch urban cop thriller spin to a Middle Earth-esque mythos; it would be Disney’s Zootopia.

Both movies use odd else-where settings (Zootopia with anthropomorphic animals, Bright with orcs and elves) in order to examine racism and the wealth disparities that exist within our own.

I certainly give Bright plenty of credit for it’s intriguing “Middle Earth in the modern day” concept and the large amount of money that was obviously put behind it (it’s the most expensive Netflix movie yet). From a visual effects and cinematograph perspective; it’s certainly the best-looking of the Netflix features that have been released thus far.

With all it’s impressively thrilling action sequences that have all the blood and grit of those nostalgic R-rated 90’s action flicks and wild shenanigans courtesy of the MacGuffin magic wand; nothing here feels cheap or like a glorified TV movie as with some past Netflix features.

But the film’s core strength is it’s two main leads.

I’ve always loved Will Smith ever since he first stepped out of that rare cab on the popular tv show The Fresh Prince of Bel Air. Smith has a natural “adorkable” charisma that lighten up a room and posses solid acting chops to boot. Even if he may not always be in the best movies (Wild Wild West, Concussion), Smith always manages to elevate things somewhat and Bright is no exception.

Smith, much like with his previous role of Deadshot from Suicide Squad, utters plenty of hilarious one-liners while also being a more morally grey character than his previous roles. Despite being despicably racist and mean towards his Orc partner, Smith brings a certain vulnerability and humanism to the role that gives the down-on-his-luck Daryl Ward compelling layers.

Smith also shares great Bad Boys-like chemistry with co-star Joel Edgerton, who despite having to act with pounds of prosthetic Orc make-up, manages to still turn in a very solid performance. While I wish Nick Jakoby’s backstory was more thoroughly explored, Edgerton still manages to be compelling by playing up to the character’s innocence.

Much like with Ayer’s and Smith’s previous heavy flawed but enjoyable Suicide Squad, if you can accept Bright on the level of being a B-level low fantasy action flick with solid action and funny dialogue; then it’s passably fun on that level.

However, upon watching this I can’t help but feel that the concept presented would have been better served if it was a six part Netflix miniseries rather than a movie. The script is written by Max Landis; a screenwriter full of clever ideas but can’t coalesce them into a great screenplay to save his life (Ex. American Ultra, Mr. Right, Victor Frankenstein).

In all honesty, the further away we get from Chronicle, the more that movie is starting to look like a fluke.

Where the aforementioned Zootopia was able to deliver a surprisingly fair and balanced portrayal of societal racism and prejudice from all angles while still telling a compelling coherent story, Bright is not able to do the same. The first twenty minutes of this movie in particular lays the racism subtext on way too thick with particularly heavy-handed lines such as “Fairy Lives Don’t Matter”.

Sheesh, and I thought Spike Lee lacks subtlety.

Landis is also pedestrian when it comes to developing the backstory and fantasy LA setting, with the fantasy elements seemingly placed at pure random at times. For the most part Bright’s LA looks like normal LA with Orcs and Elves in it, but other times with little explanation there would be Guillermo del Toro-style magical trees, gothic seedy churches surrounded by normal square buildings, and a Dragon flying in the background (I bet a certain Dothrakian queen is worried sick right now).

There is also a subplot involving an Orc gang and Nick that is very sloppily injected into the third act that honestly felt like padding and it’s made worse by the fact that it leads to a moment that is frustratingly ripped straight from Training Day!!

I really liked the concept, the action, and the two main leads but it’s execution and attempts at world-building left much to be desired. There is a sequel currently in the works and despite my reservations, I am still personally interested enough to see what lies in store for Daryl and Nick next.… Expand
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k_flintMar 21, 2018
So is this a bad movie? No. For me the worst part about about it is the long wait for a sequel. I had a lot of fun watching it and I will recommend it to my friends. It's not perfect, but it's not a waste of time like David Ayers last movie,So is this a bad movie? No. For me the worst part about about it is the long wait for a sequel. I had a lot of fun watching it and I will recommend it to my friends. It's not perfect, but it's not a waste of time like David Ayers last movie, Suicide Squad. So why the bad reviews? They say that the critics are disconnected with the audience. Personally I think that they are just deep in the pockets of Hollywood movie studios. Here is solid proof that Netflix can make an entertaining blockbuster and Hollywood does not want that. I think it's as simple is that. Watch the movie yourselves, it's worth your time and money.… Expand
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bleboy28Feb 24, 2018
this movie is not that bad but it have a lot of promblems i think this movie tried to be somthing but... it didnt really work that good sorry will
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SimplyBridgesFeb 8, 2018
I really enjoyed this film. Great take on what is all too often a tired and boring genre. The critics are nuts to dislike this and the user scores prove that they're completely disconnected from what good films are. Never forget that criticsI really enjoyed this film. Great take on what is all too often a tired and boring genre. The critics are nuts to dislike this and the user scores prove that they're completely disconnected from what good films are. Never forget that critics hated blade runner when it was new.… Expand
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mets1jJan 12, 2018
Good Movie. Well written story line. Good Directing. Can't wait to see more of this World. Bright 2..!! These Critics Suck Anymore.. If the Studio or Producer's are not paying them off they have nothing nice to say, Listen to the Audience,Good Movie. Well written story line. Good Directing. Can't wait to see more of this World. Bright 2..!! These Critics Suck Anymore.. If the Studio or Producer's are not paying them off they have nothing nice to say, Listen to the Audience, after all we are the one's watching what you produce and we want more Bright Movies...… Expand
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bosrs1Jan 4, 2018
A great buddy buddy cop movie but with fantasy elements familiar to any genre fans. Lethal Weapon meets Lord of the Rings and it works beautifully.
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manvillercJan 6, 2018
This just further cements the proof that the critics are completely out of touch with the masses and thus their opinions are useless. first, we have a **** movie TLJ universally loved by critics but generally hated by fans. now you have thisThis just further cements the proof that the critics are completely out of touch with the masses and thus their opinions are useless. first, we have a **** movie TLJ universally loved by critics but generally hated by fans. now you have this movie which started off slow ended up being interesting and enjoyable to watch, I'm glad they are making a sequel. Again screw the "Professional" opinions they are off base and probably pushing an agenda. stick with average user reviews and you will be less likely to be disappointed.… Expand
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MacsMusicJan 11, 2018
This movie is surprisingly good, especially when many people are calling it the worst movie of the year. Will Smith is pretty good in this movie, and gets better as the movie progresses. His ork partner is a really like-able character, andThis movie is surprisingly good, especially when many people are calling it the worst movie of the year. Will Smith is pretty good in this movie, and gets better as the movie progresses. His ork partner is a really like-able character, and ironically brings real humanity to the movie. Visually, this movie is really interesting, especially in the opening scene. The world this movie created is really cool. Many of the action scenes in this movie are awesome, and the soundtrack is dynamite. There are some issues, but the good in this movie mostly overcomes the bad.… Expand
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jmidway22Dec 29, 2017
Great world building even though LAs gangland isn't overly enjoyable but i get it.. training day with orcs. The premise is really cool and I can't fault the pace. But the acting was just ok to bad and the plot was lacking in captivating yourGreat world building even though LAs gangland isn't overly enjoyable but i get it.. training day with orcs. The premise is really cool and I can't fault the pace. But the acting was just ok to bad and the plot was lacking in captivating your mind. Also Will Smith and his partner just didn't have that enjoyable of a chemistry and since that was the bulk of the movie, it made me want to tune out. The orc actor just didn't have it or the director messed him up. I applaud Netflix's step into fantasy but if you want GOTG banter, you need to step it up. Better to not even have funny banter if it comes off bad.… Expand
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vocajoJan 1, 2018
I registered just to vote and review this movie. The critics, and their big brains, got this one wrong. Look at the disconnect between critic and user scores. This movie was great.
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RickyDiculousJan 3, 2018
First off, there should never be such a drastic disparity between user and critic reviews. For me, the main basis of a good movie, is that it's entertaining, however, a great movie is more than that. Bright falls into the good category.First off, there should never be such a drastic disparity between user and critic reviews. For me, the main basis of a good movie, is that it's entertaining, however, a great movie is more than that. Bright falls into the good category. That being said, the story mostly follows the cookie cutter big budget narrative. There were some twists, namely two "big " ones, that were very clearly going to play out the way they did. There were also a handful of instances where I was yelling at the screen because the characters either did, or failed to do, insanely stupid things. Nearly all movies are guilty of this to some degree, but bright would receive multiple concurrent life sentences if this was a punishable crime. However, these fairly glaring flaws would bring my score down much farther on an overall less entertaining film. I had a surprisingly good time watching it, and will recommend others give it a chance. Bright is far from perfect, but undoubtedly better than the critic score conveys.… Expand
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MSofTomJan 4, 2018
Of course this is not the movie of the year: the main plot is quite simple (if not dull), some of the action is a bit cheesy (especially with the Inferni fight scenes) and Will Smith once again proves that he is locking himself in one roleOf course this is not the movie of the year: the main plot is quite simple (if not dull), some of the action is a bit cheesy (especially with the Inferni fight scenes) and Will Smith once again proves that he is locking himself in one role only. However, the universe is great and the relation between all races is very interesting. It would be great to see that universe once again but in a serie that would develop it further. Also, Joel Edgerton's character is very likeable.… Expand
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Mercator11Jan 4, 2018
This a surprisingly good movie, carried even more so by the weight of Will Smith's acting, and for once features a entirely lead black police hero, IMO, without somehow being diminished or stereotyped at the end of the movie. The thing isThis a surprisingly good movie, carried even more so by the weight of Will Smith's acting, and for once features a entirely lead black police hero, IMO, without somehow being diminished or stereotyped at the end of the movie. The thing is that paid movie critics , along with people in lockstep with today's autocratic/liberal society, will equally hate such a movie because it show everything and everyone is in shadow, and there are no absolute good's. They media will also hate this movie because it is the first movie with a lead star, given a great budget and distributed to people's homes instead of movie distributors and their cabal of limited screenings and advertisement. I wish more movies had a reach like this.… Expand
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RaccoyoteJan 5, 2018
I think that the premise of Bright theoretically sounded very intriguing, but it fell significantly short of my expectations. I was hoping it would be an interesting take on race and policing, but it isn't. Any social commentary they wereI think that the premise of Bright theoretically sounded very intriguing, but it fell significantly short of my expectations. I was hoping it would be an interesting take on race and policing, but it isn't. Any social commentary they were aiming for with the segregation of society between the mythical races is too heavy-handed, not to mention overshadowed by the lazy stereotyping of the film's human characters. The Hispanic characters are awful caricatures, not to mention this being the second movie in a row David Ayer has made literally featuring a Latino gang-member with a tattooed face. From the angle of the story arc itself, it ends up rushed, poorly explained, and you never quite get what's going on or why you should care about any of the stakes. While watching this with a friend, I can't even count how many times she literally said "this should be a video game", which is a medium in which it may have worked (or longer-form TV show? Will Smith is charming and charismatic as ever but pretty much just plays the exact same character he plays in every cop or action movie (think Independence Day, I Robot, Men in Black, Wild Wild West, or even Suicide Squad) and it would be nice to see him playing something else. Joel Edgerton was also fine, his character was fairly likable but again, if I knew more about his story that would help me care about his plight.

All-in-all, it wasn't terrible, but it wasn't good either. One final note, to anyone who thinks that this movie is getting trashed by critics because of some global movie critic conspiracy against streaming services, this was just a bad movie. Just look at the critic scores for two other films by Netflix, Mudbound and Okja, which are 85 and 75 respectively, so clearly they're pretty inconsistent with their global conspiracy.… Expand
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Didgey77Jan 5, 2018
I believe that this Movie is almost like an “Alien” version of Badboys for Will Smith. It’s quick, it’s funny and very, very entertaining!

It always amazes me when I see people insulting others work, without a consideration to othersI believe that this Movie is almost like an “Alien” version of Badboys for Will Smith. It’s quick, it’s funny and very, very entertaining!

It always amazes me when I see people insulting others work, without a consideration to others feelings. Critacly or not...but just be sure it’s purely criticall, not vindictive, or spiteful.… Expand
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tyrak3Jan 7, 2018
I thoroughly enjoyed this movie! I am so annoyed at the so called reviewers bashing it. It was a little clunky in parts sure, but it did not take away from the intensity of the movie. There was a lot to explain in the span of a movieI thoroughly enjoyed this movie! I am so annoyed at the so called reviewers bashing it. It was a little clunky in parts sure, but it did not take away from the intensity of the movie. There was a lot to explain in the span of a movie timeframe so that is understandable. The world and characters it introduced are new and intriguing and left me wanting more and hoping it would not be a one and done movie. Fabulous! Don’t listen to the reviews if you love fantasy genre.… Expand
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ttsangwkJan 8, 2018
Forget the so called critics. This film is worth your time. Just based on the world building aspect. I hope this film is the start of more stories to be told in this new universe. Really worth exploring the allegory of different fantasy racesForget the so called critics. This film is worth your time. Just based on the world building aspect. I hope this film is the start of more stories to be told in this new universe. Really worth exploring the allegory of different fantasy races living in a modern world and the exclusivity of magic wielding. How cool would it be to see a Netflix series on exploring the Dark Lord's arrival to Earth!… Expand
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hardcorekiddApr 17, 2018
Bright tries to blend fantasy, hard-hitting cop drama, and social commentary -- and ends up succeeding and giving a fun ride. I give Bright a B+.
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amheretojudgeJan 16, 2018
i think we might be in a prophecy..

Bright

David still lacks executing intensity or even creating pressure on the characters for the audience and yes it has flaws and loopholes but it still is fun to watch and can pass as a one time watch.
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cipherhawkJan 27, 2018
Once again so-called critics miss the mark completely on a movie that is actually quite enjoyable to watch. Great plot, as well as acting and a story, while 'out there' it is actually offers something different. When a movie like Star Wars:Once again so-called critics miss the mark completely on a movie that is actually quite enjoyable to watch. Great plot, as well as acting and a story, while 'out there' it is actually offers something different. When a movie like Star Wars: "The Las Jedi" gets almost uncannily great reviews from these hacks, you can really tell in whose pocket they really are in. Critics, this is not anything new, but you should be ashamed of yourselves. Instead of providing positive reviews for payment, here is an idea why not do it for the pure enjoyment of watching a film.… Expand
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Michierose15Jan 22, 2018
The movie is very interesting hope that this movie was shown in the big screen.
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SanDiegoHarryJan 26, 2018
I actually had high-hopes for this feature, what with Will Smith doing his Will Smith thing and the concept seemed interesting (I had not read the graphic novel); It started interestingly, with the way racism was turned on its head - veryI actually had high-hopes for this feature, what with Will Smith doing his Will Smith thing and the concept seemed interesting (I had not read the graphic novel); It started interestingly, with the way racism was turned on its head - very cool, very likable.

BUT THEN - the horrid writing and plot-holes became apparent. So much potential just to turn in to a splatter movie with pretty CG? I couldn't make it past the first out. This *must* have been a movie set as a movie release that the studios realized was junk and so sold it to Netflix, which isn't above bottom-feeding. And this movie qualifies. Horrid. Just horrid.… Expand
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CoKronakanFeb 9, 2019
This was an unexploited fantasy/ sci-fi world which I would love to see more and sadly this movie did not push this universe's potential to the fullest and kept everything very local and tiring. But also there was a lot of great performancesThis was an unexploited fantasy/ sci-fi world which I would love to see more and sadly this movie did not push this universe's potential to the fullest and kept everything very local and tiring. But also there was a lot of great performances from actors, amazingly shot action scenes, there was a big chunk of entertainment and also a lot of fun. The dark humor for adult is really good and makes for some hilarious situations. I don't know what's with all the hate but I can assure you that the general audience would love this movie and they did. Sadly as I said at the beginning not all things where done or pushed to the limits, but what was really cared for where the visuals and that futuristic vibe combined with today's worlds. Also what a lot of people fail to see is the message of the movie. The ending really reflects on all the hate, racism and oppression with all these issues indicating issues from our real world. Overall it was a good movie entertaining and fun to watch but it could have been a lot better if the writer and director decided to give us more of the world, more immersion and mostly depth to the plot.… Expand
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AnnaValFeb 1, 2018
I think this movie was very compelling. It contained a lot of action and twist that kept the audience captivated. Although the ending was not my favorite i think overall it was an enjoyable film. Although it didnt receive high ratings fromI think this movie was very compelling. It contained a lot of action and twist that kept the audience captivated. Although the ending was not my favorite i think overall it was an enjoyable film. Although it didnt receive high ratings from professional critics i still believe this is a good film to watch. Will Smith was a believable cop in this action thriller. I highly suggested giving this film a chance and ignoring the bad ratings. I personally enjoyed the human mixed with magical in the film.… Expand
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DocKeithFeb 4, 2018
OK, so it's no Citizen Kane, but it held my attention for twn hours and that's no mean feat when you're sitting at home and can loads of other stuff. Light, stupid and very enjoyable
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LYGApr 20, 2018
Much, much, MUCH better than critics suggest. While there are some issues here and there in the script, the movie is a good cop movie with a very innovative underlying premise. For fans of movies such as 'Training Day' or 'End of Watch' thisMuch, much, MUCH better than critics suggest. While there are some issues here and there in the script, the movie is a good cop movie with a very innovative underlying premise. For fans of movies such as 'Training Day' or 'End of Watch' this will be a great watch!… Expand
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JonnyMentholMar 11, 2018
What a world. Watched it for a second time, very enjoyable film. Don't heed the critics on anything Netflix funded, they bomb it out of spite regardless of quality. Just like the recent The outsider and the slightly less critically panned WarWhat a world. Watched it for a second time, very enjoyable film. Don't heed the critics on anything Netflix funded, they bomb it out of spite regardless of quality. Just like the recent The outsider and the slightly less critically panned War machine while not the best film ever it is enjoyable, well made, visual great , unique and the acting is great. The soundtrack is situational but I found it quite decent regardless. Both leads are perfect in their roles with Edgarton outshining Smith. It wobbles just a tad bit in it's direction and is quiet campy for a film with such a fantastical take on a modern fantasy world. I'd give it a 9/10 but with the critic bombing going on, I gotta give it a 10, If you have Netflix it's a must watch.… Expand
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DarthVeirdApr 13, 2018
Critics who dissed this movie can go and get "bent" as they say in That's 70's show. Who cares about their "lofty" opinions? I loved the movie. well done, grat effects and I liked the story. I would like to see the sequel...
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mgleitefApr 14, 2018
Fun a lot! Remembers my old Shadowrun RPG sessions! Like it! It´s a good movie to watch with a great bowl of popcorn and some sodas. It´s not a drama for the boring critics, it´s a movie for the public which likes a good action/cop/fantasy movie.
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J401KApr 18, 2018
This movie is basically a buddy cop sci-fi/action flick with characters you would find in LOTR but in a modern day setting. The plot is predictable and the acting is ok. Some of the action scenes are pretty good but this movie still screamsThis movie is basically a buddy cop sci-fi/action flick with characters you would find in LOTR but in a modern day setting. The plot is predictable and the acting is ok. Some of the action scenes are pretty good but this movie still screams "generic action flick"… Expand
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mmhmMay 11, 2018
A fast-paced cop-fantasy thriller that holds your attention, yet, falls short of its own promises. Will Smith and Joel Edgerton play opposite each other with alluring chemistry. Smith's frustratingly arrogant Ward and Edgerton's sincere andA fast-paced cop-fantasy thriller that holds your attention, yet, falls short of its own promises. Will Smith and Joel Edgerton play opposite each other with alluring chemistry. Smith's frustratingly arrogant Ward and Edgerton's sincere and self-deprecating Nick keep alive two believable characters in a rather unbelievable world. The strength of the film's conception lies in its lack of explanation as we find ourselves in a Skyrim meets Bad Boys alternative, but not, reality. As we are dropped into a melting pot of humans and familiar faces from fantasy, we find we are set boiling over a blazing fire, and covered with a lid that promises a rich treatment of race and law enforcement in contemporary America. But as the action develops it feels as if the film changed recipes midway through. If it began a brilliant construction of the kind that wins Oscars, the creators blow it all up like a made-for-TV cop flick. A beautiful conception with compelling, believable characters, unbelievably denied the opportunity to make what would have otherwise been a memorable and lasting exploration of one of America's most important contemporary issues.… Expand
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DovahKJul 2, 2018
Es una película palomitera para verla por la tarde, sin más, no es una revolución ni creo que lo pretenda, pero tampoco es tan mala como la pintan. Entretenida sin más.
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BerikJan 8, 2019
This movie is about the fantasy stories set in a modern day setting! Also it has some strange cop thing in it. From the get go the story doesn't connect to the one watching, as it throws a strange cop partner feud mixed with racism in it.This movie is about the fantasy stories set in a modern day setting! Also it has some strange cop thing in it. From the get go the story doesn't connect to the one watching, as it throws a strange cop partner feud mixed with racism in it. That in combination with some poor lighting, the movie immeadiately breaks the anticipation of having a fantasy sci-fi movie starring Will Smith. It tries to make it interesting again by introducing magic as a very dangerous weapon, yet the people trying to collect the wand are easily Terminators themselves.

All in all i felt disatisfied with the movie, as it crushes all the potential it had for a standard affair or average moments. It is an underwhelming movie, i give it a 5/10.… Expand
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EhleenaNov 12, 2018
Though the film uses some cliché ideas, I liked the whole product. Alas, it got me enterteined and that is all I want sometimes. Enough drama goes in life to see more in movies. I want to see more of this kind of movies, even with theThough the film uses some cliché ideas, I liked the whole product. Alas, it got me enterteined and that is all I want sometimes. Enough drama goes in life to see more in movies. I want to see more of this kind of movies, even with the cliches, which are of course there cause in fact they work, in a cinematography language I mean. It would be very interesting to see the develop of the cop duet and the following story. Not for any Oscars, Yes, for having fun and eat popcorn! :)… Expand
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SoultoastNov 18, 2018
I love the world that was created for this movie. I would love to see a sequel.
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RndReviewerNov 26, 2018
I just hate all those stupid reviews from famous critics.
I thinks sometimes that these people don’t have balls to tell the truth about the movie.
there were many great movies, which had very bad reviews at the beginning - demolition man,I just hate all those stupid reviews from famous critics.
I thinks sometimes that these people don’t have balls to tell the truth about the movie.
there were many great movies, which had very bad reviews at the beginning - demolition man, fifth element etc. Now they suddenly got a lot of better reviews, because they are said to be classics.
They are very good made entertaining movies, just like this one. Will it become a classic? i don’t know that for sure, but i think people will watch this movie in few years again, and then in the next few years again, because it is that kind of movie. It is funny, entertaining, great action, it has everything the classics had.… Expand
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dRAX311313Dec 8, 2018
carolfrostDec 22, 2017
I watched Bright and I loved it. It's very hard to take an old and beaten trope such as cop buddies and turn it into an original, clever and ultimately fun movie.
I REALLY hope there is a sequel. So, how manycarolfrostDec 22, 2017
I watched Bright and I loved it. It's very hard to take an old and beaten trope such as cop buddies and turn it into an original, clever and ultimately fun movie.

I REALLY hope there is a sequel.

So, how many "professional" critics were paid by mainstream studios to give this movie such a low rating? Are they that afraid of Netflix?… Expand
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LyreonDec 29, 2018
Clearly an inspired movie, unfortunately extremelly underrated. Although it has it's flaws, the whole movie works better if you see it as an RPG campaing, to the likes of shadowrun. The characters have goals, the cheesy dialog propper fromClearly an inspired movie, unfortunately extremelly underrated. Although it has it's flaws, the whole movie works better if you see it as an RPG campaing, to the likes of shadowrun. The characters have goals, the cheesy dialog propper from players in the game, it has it all.… Expand
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SamComedianMar 2, 2019
"Bright" un film hecho por la plataforma de streaming "Netflix" y protagonizada por Will Smith.
Personalmente la película me ha entretenido, me ha recordado en algunos momentos al "Señor de los Anillos" por el tema de los orcos, elfos, el"Bright" un film hecho por la plataforma de streaming "Netflix" y protagonizada por Will Smith.
Personalmente la película me ha entretenido, me ha recordado en algunos momentos al "Señor de los Anillos" por el tema de los orcos, elfos, el señor oscuro, etc. Se hace amena hasta el final, con acción sin cesar de la mitad de la peli hasta que acaba. Me gustó. Le doy un 7 sobre 10. Mi Decimoquinta crítica u/o review de la sección de Movies.… Expand
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IsjanHamelDec 2, 2019
The trailer was more fun than the movie. 3 points because Will Smith is a good actor, dont understand why he did this movie though...
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kylo1234321Dec 29, 2019
absolute dumpsterfire. It really doesn't know what it wants to be as the tone is all over the place.
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BormotosFeb 3, 2023
Really good movie. I recommend this movie for everyone! Action, magic. Earlier I don't see anything like it.
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Kludd4EverNov 16, 2020
It's a really fun, entertaning movie and it's great to see that the movie dosen't take itself too serius. Sure there might be some dumb moments but it's stille entertaining.
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AwReelJun 18, 2020
Très bon film qu'il faut voir comme un film héroïque fantaisie dans un monde moderne. Un bon diversement. Le jeu des acteurs est bon et l'on ressent bien l'effet "racisme/rejet" envers Nick (le policier Orc) de la part de tous le monde.
BienTrès bon film qu'il faut voir comme un film héroïque fantaisie dans un monde moderne. Un bon diversement. Le jeu des acteurs est bon et l'on ressent bien l'effet "racisme/rejet" envers Nick (le policier Orc) de la part de tous le monde.
Bien que le film dure presque 2h, j'aurais bien aimé qu'il face 30/40 minutes de plus pour poser un peu plus les bases des races en place dans l'univers proposé. En effet le film Glisse 2/3 phrases par ce par la pour indiquer que les races se côtoient depuis bien longtemps. Mais c'est un peu léger. J'espère que dans le prochain l'univers sera un peu plus mieux mis en place. En bref pour un divertissement dans lequel on ne s'ennuie pas du début a la fin. Je vous le recommande.… Expand
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NOZZYJul 11, 2020
All these retarded critics rate the bee movie higher than this lmao. Nothing proffesional about them when the public love the movie and they haven't even read the movies genres.
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Vapu_The_LeaderAug 27, 2020
This is very good film. New world with race hierarchy. I like how orcs are poor class.
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CzuwajekFeb 2, 2021
I was curious about this film. After i watched this i said like: wow, that was nice. I really like the story, it wasn't as simple as I expected. I recommend this film to all action or fantazy fan's. It's worth to watch it.
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PreVoLuTiioNMar 13, 2023
One of my alltime favorite movies.
Good action, cool story and amazing music.
Don’t listen to the bad reviews watch it yourself.
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Xamor_XelsiusJun 22, 2021
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Bright is an urban fantasy action film, directed by David Ayer(Fury, Suicide Squad) and starring Will Smith and Joel Edgerton. On one hand, it is an exciting adventure story that shows a hero's journey from discrimination to freedom. On the other hand, it is a boiling water, trying to clutch every story arc without thinking twice. Let me state how: -

It tries to add every political and social idealogy in one movie to showcase everyday life. However, by doing this, it overstuffs the already overstuffed story. First, we already the main story: Will Smith and Nick's investigation, Kandomere's suspicion, some weird-ass Asian girl who is part of a "Dark Lord". I am just concerned that they spoiled the movie by putting all the stuff in a 2-hour movie, which is almost impossible, as demonstrated by The Amazing Spider-Man 2, Spider-Man 3, etc. Then there were some shots showing how orcs are treated in everyday life with rap music playing in background. Now that was a very bad move! I mean what were they trying to be. I was also dissapointed on the perceived lack of action sequences, as even if they were there, they are just very soulless as if it's budget was like Mad Max 1(which wasn't. $90–106.2 million is less!?!?!)

Nonetheless, Will Smith is always a lousy douchebag who only cares about his family. David Ayer has yet again proved to be a better fashion designer than director as the make-up and costumes are top-notch. the world itself is very awe-strucking to look at, if not that much original.… Expand
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Pan_KrytykAug 11, 2021
Nie jest to najlepszy film z Willem Smithem jaki widziałem. Pomysł z różnymi nacjami, muszę przyznać że ciekawy, jednak coś tu nie gra. No i po reżyserze też się więcej spodziewałem. David Ayer twórca takich hitów jak U-571, Dzień próby,Nie jest to najlepszy film z Willem Smithem jaki widziałem. Pomysł z różnymi nacjami, muszę przyznać że ciekawy, jednak coś tu nie gra. No i po reżyserze też się więcej spodziewałem. David Ayer twórca takich hitów jak U-571, Dzień próby, Szybcy i Wściekli, bogowie ulicy czy Furia, robi taki cienki film. Coś tutaj nie pasi.… Expand
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