Cloverfield
Paramount Pictures | Release Date: January 18, 2008
6.4
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7
ThisGuyJan 19, 2008
This is a fairly decent movie. I think that Abrams did a fantastic job making people feel right in the center of an actual monster attack (despite it not being a 3D movie). However, there is still not enough clarification to go with this This is a fairly decent movie. I think that Abrams did a fantastic job making people feel right in the center of an actual monster attack (despite it not being a 3D movie). However, there is still not enough clarification to go with this (even after watching it, you still don't know what the hell this monster is...) and some parts were a little dull (the opening scene was horrendously boring....). This could have been a great film, but it needed so much more.… Expand
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10
larrykJan 19, 2008
Seven of us saw this movie together. On Meta Critic's scale of 10, all seven of us gave the movie a 20!
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10
MichaelSJan 19, 2008
I loved the way the film was shot, which was very much like Blair Witch. Also as how you were kept guessing the whole way through. Even at the end, you were still left with questions. The monsters and it's "children" were creepy and I loved the way the film was shot, which was very much like Blair Witch. Also as how you were kept guessing the whole way through. Even at the end, you were still left with questions. The monsters and it's "children" were creepy and scary. I'd recommend this movie to anyone.… Expand
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halbJan 21, 2008
I find that if I go into a movie with modest expectations, I am rarely disappointed. That's probably true of most of us. So, not having got caught up in all the "viral" hype that preceded this, I have to give the film pretty high marks. I find that if I go into a movie with modest expectations, I am rarely disappointed. That's probably true of most of us. So, not having got caught up in all the "viral" hype that preceded this, I have to give the film pretty high marks. It kept my attention and had me rooting for at least one or two of the yuppies to survive. The herky-jerky camera wasn't as bad as I had heard. There are even scenes when it's held pretty still, allowing the viewers to catch their collective breath. Overall, a skillfully made film with decent performances, and a few effective moments of true tension and fear. Long live Godzilla :-)… Expand
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RobKJan 21, 2008
I love reading the comments about how the camera work was terrible and there was no story. DO YOU UNDERSTAND IT WAS SUPPOSED TO BE FROM THE POINT OF VIEW OF SOMEONE WITH A CAM CORDER?? It wasn't supposed to look like a cameraman was I love reading the comments about how the camera work was terrible and there was no story. DO YOU UNDERSTAND IT WAS SUPPOSED TO BE FROM THE POINT OF VIEW OF SOMEONE WITH A CAM CORDER?? It wasn't supposed to look like a cameraman was working it. And no story? Did you want romance and plot lines? Its supposed to look like what would happen if its real. I liked it and I get really motion sick and I was relatively fine. I think its a good solid monster flick, I think it flowed well and It had the right balance of drama and fear. Pretty good flick overall, as long as people actuallyu understand what they are going to see.… Expand
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JoePJan 21, 2008
this movie is great! i would give it a 10, but the camera was annoying at times. Everything else was great!
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DaynSJan 21, 2008
Cons - If 1st Person Shakey Cam made you sick in Blair Witch this movie will make you hurl. With the exception of Hud most of the characters are unlikeable. Pros - Amazing immersion into the experience. Refreshing creativity in this Cons - If 1st Person Shakey Cam made you sick in Blair Witch this movie will make you hurl. With the exception of Hud most of the characters are unlikeable. Pros - Amazing immersion into the experience. Refreshing creativity in this 'nothing but sequels' Hollywood. A new 'mythos' that will leave you starving for more. Recommendation - Take some dramamine and go watch it if you are dying to see it, otherwise wait for DVD when the smaller screen can make the motion sickness a little easier.… Expand
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SteveJan 21, 2008
This is one of the few monster movies I've ever seen that made an attempt, rather successfully I might add, at developing some characters. Generally, we like camp in our B-movies, with poor dialogue and bad actors. It usually makes what This is one of the few monster movies I've ever seen that made an attempt, rather successfully I might add, at developing some characters. Generally, we like camp in our B-movies, with poor dialogue and bad actors. It usually makes what happens to them enjoyable, instead of unfortunate or sad. Cloverfield has a pretty good script, and it was really well-casted. They don't bore you with a lot of words. Sometimes the camera does all the talking. It drew me in, just couldn't help it. The only thing that bothered me was that the action sequences, being in 1st person, made you feel like you were in a simulator at a theme park, only your seat doesn't move. It actually could have benefited from that, regardless how corny that might be. Still, it was pretty freakin' sweet. Highly recommend it in the theater. It's not going to work well on a TV at home.… Expand
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10
PickelJan 22, 2008
Lots of people hate this movie very, very strongly. People usually complain about how the people did a crappy job making the movie. The thing with Cloverfield is that the things people complain about are things that they did on purpose. The Lots of people hate this movie very, very strongly. People usually complain about how the people did a crappy job making the movie. The thing with Cloverfield is that the things people complain about are things that they did on purpose. The shaky camera was exactly how it would be if you or I were the ones filming. The people who go only to see the monster will be disappointed, but those people are also very stupid. The thing I love most about this movie is how afterwards, you can talk about it and think about it. They didn't mean for this movie to be everything in the whole story. It's obviously a big story and this movie is meant to be a small piece of it. It's not the beginning or the end of the story. They made exactly the movie they meant to make and I loved it.… Expand
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MattJan 22, 2008
Although not for everyone, this movie is service to people like me: people who have loved monster movies / creature features since an early age. It harkens back to the days when monster movies weren't just horror films with monsters in Although not for everyone, this movie is service to people like me: people who have loved monster movies / creature features since an early age. It harkens back to the days when monster movies weren't just horror films with monsters in them. If you're someone who absolutely fell in love with Godzilla/Gojira the first time you saw it, this film will evoke similar feelings. Highly recommended.… Expand
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JaysonLJan 22, 2008
I have to say going into the movie after reading the reviewers off Metacritic i was unsure, but boy i really enjoyed this film. It was without a doubt the most intense movie i have ever seen in my life and i really enjoyed the new idea with I have to say going into the movie after reading the reviewers off Metacritic i was unsure, but boy i really enjoyed this film. It was without a doubt the most intense movie i have ever seen in my life and i really enjoyed the new idea with a camera. The experience truly feels like you are viewing a home video. Worth every penny to watch on the big screen.… Expand
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JoeR.Jan 22, 2008
Very compelling up until the last 15 minutes or so, with some of the most clever special effects I've ever seen. It's worth admission for the sequence that starts in the middle of a military shoot-'em-up, and ends in a subway tunnel.
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SteveKJan 22, 2008
Exciting, and everything Blair Witch SHOULD have been. It amazes me that the price of admission (theoretically) would be the same for a piece of turd like Blair Witch and this movie. This is a well-crafted experience. It puts you on a ride. Exciting, and everything Blair Witch SHOULD have been. It amazes me that the price of admission (theoretically) would be the same for a piece of turd like Blair Witch and this movie. This is a well-crafted experience. It puts you on a ride. Don't over-think it, because you get very few answers. And the way the movie ends is not very satisfying on any level. But I commend the movie makers for putting us into the middle of an explosive ride and making it damn entertaining while it lasts.… Expand
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KevinLJan 22, 2008
Delivered on all expectations. It was great.
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10
GabrielleHJan 23, 2008
I still don't understand why people don't like this movie. Maybe everyones just too used to 'Transformer' blabber and impossible cinematic views. So what the camera was shaky? It's THAT kind of movie; told from an I still don't understand why people don't like this movie. Maybe everyones just too used to 'Transformer' blabber and impossible cinematic views. So what the camera was shaky? It's THAT kind of movie; told from an EXPERIENCE. It's a different kind of movie, why can't people open their eyes to different camera angles and techniques. But no, all people want is the cliche, I hope you guys are mighty happy with your Saw IV.… Expand
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CodyM.Jan 23, 2008
First of all i want to say that the next person that tells me that the camera work was bad is gonna die. What did you expect did you not watch the previews? anyway This movie was awesome it mixed funny parts, scary parts and cool as hell First of all i want to say that the next person that tells me that the camera work was bad is gonna die. What did you expect did you not watch the previews? anyway This movie was awesome it mixed funny parts, scary parts and cool as hell parts into a great movie that leaves a lot up to you the special effects were great the monster looked awesome and i loved how there weren't any famous people cause that would have ruined the real time concept. The most boring part of the movie was the beginning but it was suspenseful because you are waiting for the badass roar and the head off the freaking statue of liberty to come flying into the streets of Manhattan all over this was the best movie i have seen in a long long time. PS. make sure you stay for the credits wait till the end.… Expand
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ShschJan 23, 2008
In many ways this movie reminded me of last year's foreign monster hit, The Host. Though unexplained here, unlike in The Host, a monster appears in an urban area, this time Manhattan. The movie is presented as a video being shot by one In many ways this movie reminded me of last year's foreign monster hit, The Host. Though unexplained here, unlike in The Host, a monster appears in an urban area, this time Manhattan. The movie is presented as a video being shot by one party goer who has been assigned to video interview those at a going away party. When catastrophe hits, the videgoer is forced to wander about outside with others, thus rendering the video even more frequently jerky, and at times, not horizontal as the camera is dropped or fallen with. And in an interesting juxtaposition, because the video tape being used had previous images on it, you also see interspersed a record of better times. The movie is like Blair Witch meets Godzilla in New York City; quite implausible, but very exciting. Unlike Blair Witch, which I found to be totally uninteresting (I didn't care for any character, and as a group, found them all to act like some moronic cult on a mission), this movie dealt with a group of more or less normal yuppies who were forced to react to their disturbed environment. This is a very creative and entertaining movie, although those looking for super state-of-the-art technical effects or spectacular color images will be disappointed.… Expand
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10
MarkC.Jan 23, 2008
Ok the camera was handheld, and you really didn't get to know the characters, BUT what they have here is really good. All you people that gave this movie a 3 or less tell me something. If something like this happened some sort of Ok the camera was handheld, and you really didn't get to know the characters, BUT what they have here is really good. All you people that gave this movie a 3 or less tell me something. If something like this happened some sort of disaster and it was filmed on a handheld camera and you didn… Expand
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ChadBJan 23, 2008
Sure it wasn't very original (think Blair Witch meets Godzilla meets a slew of recent zombie movies), but to me it was surprisingly effective and far better than fellow NYC apocalyptic blockbuster I Am Legend. Several circumstances Sure it wasn't very original (think Blair Witch meets Godzilla meets a slew of recent zombie movies), but to me it was surprisingly effective and far better than fellow NYC apocalyptic blockbuster I Am Legend. Several circumstances seemed a bit contrived, but Cloverfield made for suspenseful, entertaining viewing that doesn't overstay it's welcome with a long run-time of herky-jerky camera work.… Expand
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RyanB.Jan 24, 2008
Great movie. makes you feel like you're right there with em.... the shakey cam does get annoying but makes for great realism. feels like a fun ride. and i hope there will be another.
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JoanGJan 25, 2008
It's amusing to see how the "6" rating from viewers comes about from 9s and 10s alternating with 1s and 0s. It seems one is hard-wired either to be thrilled, or to be nauseated, by this movie. I'm in the happy camp. I found the It's amusing to see how the "6" rating from viewers comes about from 9s and 10s alternating with 1s and 0s. It seems one is hard-wired either to be thrilled, or to be nauseated, by this movie. I'm in the happy camp. I found the intimacy of the hand-held camera effect a viseral pleasure -- as if I was walking (or running) through the movie rather than just watching it. While it's a cliche to compare a movie to a roller coaster ride, the experience was very much like the fun of a good ride. I also enjoyed the dry humor. If the idea of an elaborate amusement park ride that puts you inside a classic Godzilla-type movie sounds like fun to you, see Cloverfield. If, on the other hand, the Tilt-A-Whirl makes you barf, by all means stay away.… Expand
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DavidJan 25, 2008
Fantastic film that uses the style of the shaky real cam (that clearly not everyone likes but it don't deserve a 0). Epic and tense with many great moments throughout. And as i always say ignore the Washington post there snobs.
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JamesN.Jan 25, 2008
I was excited for this movie due to the people behind it (Lost). But when I read the reviews prior to seeing it, I was expecting something similar to the inane torture-porn movies that have come out as of late (Hostel, Saw 64, etc.) with I was excited for this movie due to the people behind it (Lost). But when I read the reviews prior to seeing it, I was expecting something similar to the inane torture-porn movies that have come out as of late (Hostel, Saw 64, etc.) with emotionally stunted 20-somethings getting torn to bits. But I came out of the movie from a truly unique experience that none of the negative reviewers seemed to grasp. This is something brand new. The effects are spectacular and are grounded in real life. They are right in pointing out that the characters don't get beyond much yelling and oh-my-god-ing, but I think it's realistic. I think many people were trying to search for some kind of meaning out of it, some kind of deeper metaphor, but I actually like the fact that you are not given much information at all, it's all still a mystery after seeing it. Give it a chance, do pop some dramamine (the movie didn't effect me, but better safe than sorry) and then have fun. There hasn't been a heart-pounding movie that gets your adrenaline up like this in a long time.… Expand
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MikeWJan 26, 2008
I'm long past the age where every new monster/horror movie is a must see, but something drew me to see this one. As usual, going with my gut turned out the wise thing - this was a great movie! I was actually scared by this movie, I'm long past the age where every new monster/horror movie is a must see, but something drew me to see this one. As usual, going with my gut turned out the wise thing - this was a great movie! I was actually scared by this movie, jumping and flinching often, and I really loved the random, real-life pacing and unexplained moments. A very in your face monster, with no time to wonder what it is, much less WHY it is. Kudos to the movie makers, who took a genre that could not possibly be made new again and made a movie that not only made it new, but scared the #*^! out of me, too!… Expand
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ThomasG.Jan 26, 2008
People. Movies are suppose to entertain us. They are not suppose to please your every need. The shaky camera was a perfect effect on the movie, because for one, It makes us, the viewers, become more envolved with the movie, as if we were People. Movies are suppose to entertain us. They are not suppose to please your every need. The shaky camera was a perfect effect on the movie, because for one, It makes us, the viewers, become more envolved with the movie, as if we were running from the monster and taping it ourselves. Sure, the first 30 minutes were not as exciting as the rest of the film. Get over it, what are they suppose to do, just put you in the middle of the attack and not explain the background of the day? The ending was a cliffhanger, and if you don't like that, then i really don't suggest this movie for you, but you should of seen it coming because one of the producers, J.J. Abrahms happens to be the king of cliffhangers. I happen to think the cliff hanger ending is perfect, It leaves it open for a sequel, which is in talks. So people that rate this movie 0's and 1's because of the cliffhanger, or shaky camera, please watch some other movies from Blockbuster, and learn to appreciate that Cloverfield has its own unique genre, which is very good.… Expand
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JoshTJan 26, 2008
The camera is no issue when the action going on causes you not to focus on the camera. I thought the camera was a problem in a movie like the Bourne Ultimatum. It didn't bother me much if at all in this movie. The ending works because The camera is no issue when the action going on causes you not to focus on the camera. I thought the camera was a problem in a movie like the Bourne Ultimatum. It didn't bother me much if at all in this movie. The ending works because it is open for interpretation and it looks like it will lead to another movie. There is also many things that happen that some may miss and you may need to watch again to pick up. The best part is that this movie, in this style, is realistic and exciting especially in theatres. By the way, anyone who says you don't see the monster, must be blind and I say that with no disrespect because you clearly see the monster.… Expand
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ixataJan 26, 2008
I'm really impressed with the movie, especially with its take on handheld cam perspective. This movie effectively gives you a hell of an adrenaline rush.. I wanted to give it a 10, but the only flaw was that the origin of the monster I'm really impressed with the movie, especially with its take on handheld cam perspective. This movie effectively gives you a hell of an adrenaline rush.. I wanted to give it a 10, but the only flaw was that the origin of the monster was not revealed. But i strongly recommend it.. And the movie is not headache-inducing shaky, too, like some kid reviewers complained.… Expand
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JonathanN.Oct 27, 2008
So so suspenseful!
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JasonJ.Jan 28, 2008
This movie captures the sudden instance where life goes from frivolus to life threatening. It is quite consuming, as long as you suppress the notion that people who are in this much fear of their life would most likely switch off the camera This movie captures the sudden instance where life goes from frivolus to life threatening. It is quite consuming, as long as you suppress the notion that people who are in this much fear of their life would most likely switch off the camera well before some of the events which occur. Where the movie falls short is in describing where the beast came from, what exactly were the small ones accompanying it (were they spawn or genetically unrelated and just along for the ride) and what happened afterward. There's a fine line between mystery that is intriguing and mystery that is directatorially short sighted.… Expand
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JasonDJan 28, 2008
I guess this is a either ya love it or hate it kinda movie. People who loved it don't worry. I totally get the movie too and what it is worth. I came in not wanting a complex script with a movie about a monster. I wanted a I guess this is a either ya love it or hate it kinda movie. People who loved it don't worry. I totally get the movie too and what it is worth. I came in not wanting a complex script with a movie about a monster. I wanted a roller-coaster ride. I got it and more. No one has ever came along and made a giant monster movie like this one. People who gave it 0's what would you give those lame Godzilla movies -8. Come on people see it for what its worth and quit your fuss. One of the best movies of the year so far (not I haven't seen There Will Be Blood yet).… Expand
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JayGJan 31, 2008
What the F.CK are you people talking about?? NO this movie is NOT perfect but it is original and very entertaining. S J N:"Total rubbish ridden with factual, technical, military and continuity errors." Dude! it was shot as if were recorded What the F.CK are you people talking about?? NO this movie is NOT perfect but it is original and very entertaining. S J N:"Total rubbish ridden with factual, technical, military and continuity errors." Dude! it was shot as if were recorded by an amateur wit a video cam, so continuity errors don't apply. Jim K:"....in the end its a lot of nothing...the video camera perspective was played out after about 5 minutes, and I thought the creature was anything but original and not scary." Hello? what did you expect from the perspective? Repeat what i just said above. And the monster wasn't scary? Its not meant to scare you! This wasnt a "scare you sh.tless" type of movie. Ken L:"The Blair Witch Godzilla Project. Enough said." Wow! the ONLY similarity between this movie and the Blairwitch was the shaky cam. And just because one movie is filmed in the same style as another doesn't necessarily make it a bad one. SERIOUSLY! If you going to make a critic at least have legitimate reasons for sh.ting on it. This is why many people cannot be critics. You don't think before you speak. Watch the movie. Its good. Trust me.… Expand
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IgnatiusT.Jan 31, 2008
Excellent approach for this movie! It is necessary to apply this type of shooting matter to bring up this impact. The goal for this shooting style is to portrait as documentary movie which is captured by civilian rather by some great director.
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JimmyN.Jan 30, 2008
Fantastic visual effects, and breathtaking pacing. But don't expect much depth from it. Just go a long for the ride.
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AlbinFeb 10, 2008
Excellent for the movie it is. For all those complaining about the camera shot, quit it. That is the point. It is meant to be "footage" and that is what you expect, without it it would not feel as real. And seriously, if you get motion Excellent for the movie it is. For all those complaining about the camera shot, quit it. That is the point. It is meant to be "footage" and that is what you expect, without it it would not feel as real. And seriously, if you get motion sickness from watching a movie, thats pathetic… Expand
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BuzzB.Feb 1, 2008
Agree with Jay G. Terrific film. Thoroughly enjoyable. Not perfect but nicely done and involving. Go see it.
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KenanH.Feb 1, 2008
This movie was just brilliantly made. The camera just made everything extremely realistic. For sure the best movie of 2008 so far.
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TimFeb 1, 2008
It really bothers me that people are so disturbed by the camera. Is our generation that inept that they need to be spoon fed every detail of a movie for it to be entertaining?! This movie was supposed to evoke your imagination. Yes the It really bothers me that people are so disturbed by the camera. Is our generation that inept that they need to be spoon fed every detail of a movie for it to be entertaining?! This movie was supposed to evoke your imagination. Yes the camera was super shaky....I'd like to see an amateur camera person that has missiles flying all around them and a 25 story monster killing everything in sight shoot that with a steady hand. This movie is supposed to be shot from a realistic point of view. And how much more real can you get from a random bloke on the street running for his life? I would've liked a little explanation about the monster but at the same time that's what made it so exciting for me. What the f*ck was that thing? Where did it come from? It got my brain thinking of all these crazy scenarios which made it so much more fun to watch. The whole movie for me was just so real seeming. For me it completely captured the chaos and craziness that probably would've ensued had something like that happen. I loved it and wouldn't have done it any other way. Bravo.… Expand
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TylerD.Feb 1, 2008
An entirely enjoyable movie. Cloverfield delivered on action, suspense, dark humor, amazing visual effects, and an extreme fondness for the characters. What held it back in a few places was the camerawork. While the hand-held camerawork made An entirely enjoyable movie. Cloverfield delivered on action, suspense, dark humor, amazing visual effects, and an extreme fondness for the characters. What held it back in a few places was the camerawork. While the hand-held camerawork made the movie that much better, I wanted to see the monster a bit more after it was revealed. While the suspense of waiting to see it was great, it felt like they were really milking the amateur camerawork in a few places. That aside, I loved Cloverfield. Nearly everything in the movie was done brilliantly. A very, very enjoyable movie.… Expand
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FredP.Feb 15, 2008
It was a great movie, but i thought it could have tried to tell us where the monster came from.
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Patrickd.Feb 18, 2008
It is the kind of movie that you love or hate. There's no middle. I have seen many movies and I always try to take them as they are... movies. Some movies wants to make you think.... some to entertain... and some to show realities of It is the kind of movie that you love or hate. There's no middle. I have seen many movies and I always try to take them as they are... movies. Some movies wants to make you think.... some to entertain... and some to show realities of the world that you don't know. A giant monster destroying NY... ok, pretty much seen a thousand times. But what a nice to tell the story. Yes, some will feel dizzy my all the shakings, and some will be frustrated not knowing where's the monster coming from... but what the hell. Do you really care? Art is about doing something that no one did before. Well they did a monster movie like no one else before. And for those you will tell me, "and Blair Witch", well it was not the first one... Canibal Holocaust was the first.… Expand
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JoshFeb 2, 2008
FINALLY! A movie is not afraid of taking a chance on putting in little effort on a minimal storyline and a random alien monster beating the hell out of NYC. I loved it. The camera action tied in beautifully to the movie and just heightened FINALLY! A movie is not afraid of taking a chance on putting in little effort on a minimal storyline and a random alien monster beating the hell out of NYC. I loved it. The camera action tied in beautifully to the movie and just heightened the effect the movie was aiming for. Well done J.J.!… Expand
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SeniorSalsaFeb 2, 2008
Great movie!
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JohnRFeb 24, 2008
This movie works. It is effective in the same way the blair which project was and they stick to the concept. no music (beside in the party at start), no knowledge beyond what is shared through filmed TV news and talking actors. Its nearly This movie works. It is effective in the same way the blair which project was and they stick to the concept. no music (beside in the party at start), no knowledge beyond what is shared through filmed TV news and talking actors. Its nearly Hitchcock style how you always hear the Monster moving, but actually rarely see it. Drawbacks: Seeing the monster actually took some of the tension for me and replaced with disbelief. It was like the old Star Trek problem: Somehow it again looks human. This particular monster looked like coming from some Manga Cartoon in the closeup. Also no signs of any damage at all taken by the monster raised the disbelieve "level". Monsters running around in god-mode "invul" Flag just don't cut it. 8/10 from me. worth watching. Effective genre movie.… Expand
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RoyM.Feb 25, 2008
Excellent and refreshing approach to the "monster eating city" genre. Don't sit too close to the screen, the camera work will make you feel sick!
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joef.Feb 3, 2008
Very good movie. Excellent monster design. Leaves you wanting more.
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DanielMFeb 6, 2008
I'll give an 11, but that's actually not possible.
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ShelbyFFeb 8, 2008
HOmiGawd. Seriously. I thought i was going to throw up. I'm a pussy or something.. That was the most scared I've been for a long time. But i am very imaginative and open to new things. I was all with it. I want to see it again and HOmiGawd. Seriously. I thought i was going to throw up. I'm a pussy or something.. That was the most scared I've been for a long time. But i am very imaginative and open to new things. I was all with it. I want to see it again and see it with my pussy assed little brother. Hehe. Piss the bed little boy. I liked the movie. That is my opinion. It warped my mind..for 3 days. I was all paranoid and expecting a gigantic monster to crush me. Ha.… Expand
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MovieFanFeb 9, 2008
If a real event of horrifying mass destruction was filmed from victim's P.O.V.posted on youtube, would you watch it? All we had of the tsunami was amateur footage but people watched in disbelief. This movie is fascinating for the same If a real event of horrifying mass destruction was filmed from victim's P.O.V.posted on youtube, would you watch it? All we had of the tsunami was amateur footage but people watched in disbelief. This movie is fascinating for the same reason. Although, eye witness footage would've actually been more believable if the camera was less shaky. Even amateurs know to steady the camera. Still very entertaining!… Expand
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MattA.Apr 23, 2008
Not a bad movie by any means. Excellently filmed in a style that i found very refreshing. A tad ridiculous with character motivations... but...hey...it's a freaking movie. The effects were great, and the monster seemed pretty cool. I Not a bad movie by any means. Excellently filmed in a style that i found very refreshing. A tad ridiculous with character motivations... but...hey...it's a freaking movie. The effects were great, and the monster seemed pretty cool. I love the whole government file theme. All in all i give this movie a 7.5, but i rounded it up because of the low scores. Not as bad as i thought it was going to be.… Expand
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LucianSApr 24, 2008
Before watching this film I had no idea what it was about apart from the fact that it involved a monster at some point; I missed all the virals, trailers, so perhaps I will be reviewing this from a different point of view to others.... Before watching this film I had no idea what it was about apart from the fact that it involved a monster at some point; I missed all the virals, trailers, so perhaps I will be reviewing this from a different point of view to others.... It's a truly brilliant film,, good acting (perhaps a bit too over the top at times) but most of all was how gripping it was and how it held your attention. Yes the camera scenes aren't perfect, but they add an eerie realism to the overall experience. I quite liked how the characters were people you couldn't really identify or want to know...what the movie does is show that all types of people, whether we like them or not, unify in a crisis. The parallels to 9/11 are there for all to see, and it's an ingenious piece of film. Just watch and enjoy… Expand
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CoryGApr 25, 2008
Not as bad as I expected it to be, but still, there could have been ALOT more improvements. And it was really short.
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JadeT.Apr 28, 2008
The movie was meant to try and recreate a realistic reaction to a disaster. I recall when me and my family got caught in a hurricane in Florida, and the windows in are hotel blew in and we had to get evacuated. My cousin wouldn't stop The movie was meant to try and recreate a realistic reaction to a disaster. I recall when me and my family got caught in a hurricane in Florida, and the windows in are hotel blew in and we had to get evacuated. My cousin wouldn't stop filming the fiasco, saying someone would want to see it. I don't understand why people expect a movie to have a classic movie plot. Movie plot shit never happens in real life granted neither does a big lizard destroying New York, but maybe people should do their research about the point of the hand held camera and the aimless plot, which in retrospect wasn't really that bad.… Expand
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AfoteyA.Apr 29, 2008
Fantastic film. One of the best I've seen in years. Requires some imagination, which most people have sadly lost. Hollywood does NOT need to explain everything...sometimes, the scariest things are the ones you don't see, and in Fantastic film. One of the best I've seen in years. Requires some imagination, which most people have sadly lost. Hollywood does NOT need to explain everything...sometimes, the scariest things are the ones you don't see, and in this case, the unknowns (where did the monster come from? was the military able to beat it? what the hell was that thing that fell into the water @ the very end, and how did that tie into the creature?) allowed me to use my imagination to fill in the blanks. A future classic.… Expand
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KeithS.Apr 7, 2008
I really enjoyed this movie, i think the beginning was slow only because they had to introduce all the characters. And also setup the whole plot of the story. I'm guessing the people who said there was no plot didn't watch I really enjoyed this movie, i think the beginning was slow only because they had to introduce all the characters. And also setup the whole plot of the story. I'm guessing the people who said there was no plot didn't watch carefully enough or listen. The plot actually begins to develop after the attack begins, and from that point the plot is very simple they set out to rescue beth. I personally wouldn't have done this if i were him i would have got the heck on a chopper and escaped the area. The ending of the movie is to be expected for this genre, as we all know there was a part two for the Blair witch project and Godzilla. And i've also heard abroad that if could be a second movie in the works. Movies like these you don't want to rush, i also liked how everything was kept secret until the movie actually came out. I hate those movies previews when they have to show everything . As for the origins of the creature its possible the creature was lying dormant this whole time until it was awoken possibly from that oil tanker? Maybe they were drilling deep for oil and woke it up? Anyways if you haven't seen this movie yet i urge you to buy the DVD or seek a copy my some other means and watch it you won't be disappointed.… Expand
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LemmorMay 11, 2008
Fantastic movie but I needed to see more angles.... Is there any other videocam picked up? So he's the only one filming it, how about security cameras or the army or from reporters from helicopters? right.
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SamMay 1, 2008
Thank you Tom and 66goat. You're proof that people that dislike Cloverfield can have a brain. Because, besides yours, some of the complaints I've seen from some of the haters are absolutely horrendous. 1. 'There was no real Thank you Tom and 66goat. You're proof that people that dislike Cloverfield can have a brain. Because, besides yours, some of the complaints I've seen from some of the haters are absolutely horrendous. 1. 'There was no real storyline.' There wasn't supposed to be. It's people running through New York City, running from a monster. You're supposed to feel like you're in the attack, not following a plot. If anything, there was too much plot. 2. 'The Monster shot fireballs!' Whoever posted that is an idiot. It didn't shoot fireballs, it was throwing around exploding debris. 3. 'ZOMG, TOO MUCH SHAKING'. Being chased by a monster. In New York City. With little creatures falling off it. Personally, I'd be running like Hell, and if I'm holding a camera while running like Hell, I'd imagine it'd be shaking quite a bit. 4. The end sucked...it kept you hanging. Yeah. It was supposed to. It kept possibilities open for a sequel and speculation. 5. The Spider things just appeared out of nowhere! ....they fell off the monster. Their origin is unclear because the MOVIE IS THROUGH THE PERSPECTIVE OF 20 SOMETHINGS AT A PARTY. SORRY THAT THEY DON'T KNOW THE ORIGINS OF A 30 STORY MONSTER THAT ATTACKS WITH LITTLE WARNING.… Expand
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TomCMay 16, 2008
Liked it alot..found it very thrilling and enjoyed the film style.
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JakeN.May 23, 2008
Honestly, the most amazing and well done movie to come out in recent years. It completely changed the monster movie genre and kicked it on it's side. A great piece of film and a great experiment that got it right. This was incredible to Honestly, the most amazing and well done movie to come out in recent years. It completely changed the monster movie genre and kicked it on it's side. A great piece of film and a great experiment that got it right. This was incredible to see in the theater and it's even better watching it at home.… Expand
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RickyR.May 24, 2008
This movie is one of my favorite movies ever the characteers go good together. it doesn't tell the story of the monster but thats wat sequels are for. my only complaint is when i seen it on the big screen at skool i felt kinda sick.
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ScottD.May 28, 2008
FANTASTIC! this is without doubt one of my favourite films. it had me on the edge of my seat throughout just waiting for something to jump out. The handheld camera effect gives it this feel in the person's point of view, if it was made FANTASTIC! this is without doubt one of my favourite films. it had me on the edge of my seat throughout just waiting for something to jump out. The handheld camera effect gives it this feel in the person's point of view, if it was made with normal Film cameras that we see today, it would not be as watchable. It also leaves alot to think about, lots of mystery which also enhances the tension and feel of the movie Perfect 10!… Expand
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DaylandM.May 7, 2008
This movie seems to polarize people. Love it or hate it. I was absolutely fascinated by it. It didn't seem like I was watching a movie, performed by actors. It really made me believe that I was watching so called found footage. I can This movie seems to polarize people. Love it or hate it. I was absolutely fascinated by it. It didn't seem like I was watching a movie, performed by actors. It really made me believe that I was watching so called found footage. I can understand why some people didn't enjoy the whole motion sickness inducing shaky cam. It was nice the way they interwove professional fx with really professionally shot camera work made to look like it was a puny home video camera. My one complaint is that when they first run headlong into the monster, the initial shots fired by the army looked a little hokey, but the rest of the fighting was top notch. Exploding babes, squished battletanks, impalements, heavy bombing and wickedly demolished metropolis all combine to provide the kind of theatrical experience that doesn't come along very often. As with transformers, I wish I had seen it in the theater, instead if DVD.… Expand
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AlejandroH.Jun 13, 2008
Despite its lack of character development, Cloverfield is an amazing thrill ride that keeps you at the edge of your seat, leaving the audience with barely enough time to catch their breath.
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MarcelP.Jun 5, 2008
Stunningly, and intensely real. Wow
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MarkoJ.Jun 7, 2008
I would have given this a 9, but I had to close my eyes during the last half of the movie because the extremely shaky camera made me ill so bad that I could not watch. Really liked the movie though.
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DaveK.Jun 8, 2008
A cinematic experiment that paid off fantastically. A bit "hokey Hollywood" towards the end, but I was still gripped to my seat for the entire movie. I look forward to seeing this movie even years from now, as this film will definitely stand A cinematic experiment that paid off fantastically. A bit "hokey Hollywood" towards the end, but I was still gripped to my seat for the entire movie. I look forward to seeing this movie even years from now, as this film will definitely stand the test of time for years to come.… Expand
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NunoS.Jul 31, 2008
I have just one question to everyone who gave a bad review to this movie... Have you really seen it??? No storyline? Not finished? You all make me laugh!!! This movie is by far the most thrilling idea i've seen in a really long while... I have just one question to everyone who gave a bad review to this movie... Have you really seen it??? No storyline? Not finished? You all make me laugh!!! This movie is by far the most thrilling idea i've seen in a really long while... I never had the dream of becoming an actor but i felt like one... I felt part of the movie! Great special effects, great idea, great story, great movie... absolutely spectacular!!!… Expand
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PJKJul 5, 2008
An absolutely amazing movie. It had such a realistic feel. When you see the military running into you shooting their guns in the air and a big monster crushing the entire city while looking trough a normal home camera, you just have to gasp An absolutely amazing movie. It had such a realistic feel. When you see the military running into you shooting their guns in the air and a big monster crushing the entire city while looking trough a normal home camera, you just have to gasp in amazement.… Expand
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MeghanKAug 20, 2008
"Cloverfield" was so intense and horrifying that it stuck with me after the movie was even over. I was literally quivering inside and I couldn't escape the spine-chilling images --- that is what I call an awesome movie experience.
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ShiviS.Sep 19, 2008
Well, i have seen lots of horror/thiller movies before...and i guess it's probably one of the best 'cause it was different and unique from the other...i felt like i was watching the entire situation in real by my own eyes...and Well, i have seen lots of horror/thiller movies before...and i guess it's probably one of the best 'cause it was different and unique from the other...i felt like i was watching the entire situation in real by my own eyes...and believe me it was awesome but i do think this movie could've been better...'cause i really didn't like the ending....anyway i still give it 8...and will wait for the sequel.… Expand
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AlexOJun 23, 2009
Thrilling and intense. I suspect that many of the low user scores come from persons who watched the movie as a rental, rather than the big screen. The movie probably loses much of its impact when viewed on a small set (42" inches or less).
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LukeGSep 29, 2009
Its a good movie, clover (the monster) is alright but not the best, the camera is original, plots kinda original, acting is good, its kinda freaky too.
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CameronS.Nov 10, 2008
Godzilla meets Blair Witch Project--an extremely risky cinematography experiment that paid off extremely well.
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JohnV.Jan 18, 2008
Worth the money....ending suked.
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JoshN.Jan 18, 2008
This movie was hysterical, intense, and even emotional. It's hard not to like it...definitely worth all the hype it's been getting
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R.SmithJan 18, 2008
I thought the movie was very well done. It had stunning visuals and compelling character portrayal. The vantage point of the characters was fun to be in, and made you feel as if you were really with them. I thought the army scenes were I thought the movie was very well done. It had stunning visuals and compelling character portrayal. The vantage point of the characters was fun to be in, and made you feel as if you were really with them. I thought the army scenes were amazing, and the acting was surprisingly realistic and natural. I however did not like the bouncing motion of the camera...it made me queasy and gave me a headache. This would be an easy 9 or 10 if the ending hadn't of left you wondering why you went to see the show in the first place. I think Hollywood tries to be too artistic sometimes...just give us what we want...a real ending.… Expand
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ChrisVJan 18, 2008
I saw this movie today and i thought it was ok.. i mean, the movie is like the blair witch encounters with godzilla (but the monster here is kinda, like whe say, chafa in spanish) but the movie is really good, entertaining at least for the 1 I saw this movie today and i thought it was ok.. i mean, the movie is like the blair witch encounters with godzilla (but the monster here is kinda, like whe say, chafa in spanish) but the movie is really good, entertaining at least for the 1 hour and 15 minutes duration of it... see it on digital screen on the theaters, it looks amazing...… Expand
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GalenM.Jan 18, 2008
I honestly believe reviewers bashin' this film are wayyy off the mark. Pretty plain and simple, this is a well-made movie and gives a shockingly new style to the genre. Short but sweet, it is pretty darned rough at points but never I honestly believe reviewers bashin' this film are wayyy off the mark. Pretty plain and simple, this is a well-made movie and gives a shockingly new style to the genre. Short but sweet, it is pretty darned rough at points but never quite "emotionally sadistic" as Salon.com ignorantly put it. I think the characters were quite sufficient given the context -- the first part I felt wasn't so much a failed attempt at character background but simply a setting of scene, effectively getting the audience ready for a complete shattering of the movie's simulated reality. It's scary and harsh alright but wicked if you have any clue as to what you're getting into. GO SEE IT.… Expand
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JosephH.Jan 19, 2008
Genuinely enjoyable monster flick. It was seriously awesome. As far as people talking about allusions to 9/11 and everything, I don't quite understand where they are coming from. Sometimes it is better to take something at face value, Genuinely enjoyable monster flick. It was seriously awesome. As far as people talking about allusions to 9/11 and everything, I don't quite understand where they are coming from. Sometimes it is better to take something at face value, because sometimes there really isn't any underlying meaning to it. It seems to me that they wanted to make a monster flick, and set it in New York. They did just that. That's about it. It was well done, and I really enjoyed it.… Expand
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JonathonJan 19, 2008
This movie was very realistic in the sense that in the highly unlikely event that a monster would attack this is likely the way the initial footage would be captured. The events of the movie also unfold in a very realistic manner which over This movie was very realistic in the sense that in the highly unlikely event that a monster would attack this is likely the way the initial footage would be captured. The events of the movie also unfold in a very realistic manner which over helps create a certain level of believability to the movie. The acting could have been much better, but was good enough that it didn't distract from the main elements of the movie. The action scenes and carnage in the movie is very well done and while the video quality is understandable poor, the special effects and the audio are superb. The monster itself is frightening, and on a positive note all the internet spoilers I saw were false. Not much is explained about what is going on and as a viewer you are kept pretty much in the dark as too what is happening which helps with relating to the characters and the situation itself. For what they were trying to portray they did a very good job.… Expand
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EricC.Jan 19, 2008
I don't get why everyone is complaining about the shakey camera. I could barely make it to the end of the Bourne Supremacy, but I didn't feel queezy for a second in this flick. But anyway, I'm really surprised. I got caught up I don't get why everyone is complaining about the shakey camera. I could barely make it to the end of the Bourne Supremacy, but I didn't feel queezy for a second in this flick. But anyway, I'm really surprised. I got caught up in all the online hype over this movie, and I started to wonder "What if it's crap?". But for some reason, I love it. It's one of the best monster movies I've seen in a while, even if absolutely nothing is explained (what does Slusho have to do with anything?) But it works well as an experience. Having an army guy just come in and explain the monster and how to kill it would have completely ruined the pace of the movie. But it's not a perfect movie, and I can see why people aren't crazy about it. If you're not a monster movie person (like me) it can seem shallow and empty. But for me, it was haunting. Some shots were very well set up (not bad for a no name director). I don't know what else to say. I just really liked it. No, it's not perfect. But I was impressed just the same. And having a kickass monster helps too.… Expand
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AlexBJan 19, 2008
Cloverfield delivered the goods for me - I'm a fan of disaster movies and monster movies. The fx were great, the plot didn't have any big holes in it (unusual for sci-fi films), and the ending was not your typical hollywood fare. Cloverfield delivered the goods for me - I'm a fan of disaster movies and monster movies. The fx were great, the plot didn't have any big holes in it (unusual for sci-fi films), and the ending was not your typical hollywood fare. On the downside, the characters were just so-so. By the time I sat through the first 20 minutes of the movie (which only shows the pretty young things partying), I was more than ready for them to be turned into monster chow; throughout the rest of the film I never really cared about them. However, once the monster shows up, the pacing works, there are some good shock and scare moments, buildings crumble satisfactorily, and there's not TOO much gore. OK, the characters act a bit dumb sometimes, but that's a tradition in this kind of film. As an updated Godzilla film, Cloverfield works and is worth seeing.… Expand
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AdamT.Jan 19, 2008
The camera is jittery...yes...thats the point. Get over it. As for the ending, if any of you had been paying attention to the opening sequences, it tells you the ending. Not everything has a perfect closure. Much like life. Deal with it or The camera is jittery...yes...thats the point. Get over it. As for the ending, if any of you had been paying attention to the opening sequences, it tells you the ending. Not everything has a perfect closure. Much like life. Deal with it or just stop seeing movies all together. I'm sure there are plenty of copies of Shrek the 3rd if you're looking for happy endings.… Expand
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JoshW.Jan 19, 2008
Although not cinematically a perfect movie it still merrits a 10. For me the best Horror/Sci-Fi movies are the ones which manages to tap into our modern fears and anxieties. Movies like the Truman Show and The Matrix explored Post-Modernist Although not cinematically a perfect movie it still merrits a 10. For me the best Horror/Sci-Fi movies are the ones which manages to tap into our modern fears and anxieties. Movies like the Truman Show and The Matrix explored Post-Modernist fears of a false and meaningless existence while entertaining. Godizilla (the original) tapped into a nations fragile sense of being after becoming the first (and luckily to this day, the only) people ever attacked by nuclear weapons. Cloverfield is obviously a hyper-real answer to the banality of Post-Modernism in that it shows us real things, terrible things always have consequences. It does so by invoking the fear of 9/11 and by showing us a small personalized persepctive on an unexpected catastrophy. I was utterly taken with how real and immediate the sense of danger was in this movie. Unlike the remake of Godzilla, this monster didn't take care to run between the skyscrapers. And when it smashed into one, debri (and entire buildings) fell, and people the people below had to deal with the unimagineable task of surving that. The movies obvious faults in retrospect, the vertigo it gave me due to the camera work being the main one, in hindsight have become an integral part of the film for me. This is because I honestly believe that had things been done differently the movie wouldn't have stayed with me the way it has, continuing to make me think about my own fragility in a world I usually have little or no say in.… Expand
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TonySJan 19, 2008
Not Fantastic, but still surprisingly well done. Among the group of us that went to see this film Friday the overall afterthoughts on this film were positive. I was mostly surprised by the fact that the movie wasn't cheesy! True you Not Fantastic, but still surprisingly well done. Among the group of us that went to see this film Friday the overall afterthoughts on this film were positive. I was mostly surprised by the fact that the movie wasn't cheesy! True you never find out where the monster came from, but the point is to keep the film in first person perspective (you know what they know). I will get this movie when it comes out!… Expand
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ScottCJan 19, 2008
I was expecting a Blair Witch meets Godzilla movie - and that's what I got. Shaky handycam aside, the pacing and suspense were good. I was surprised at how real the character dialog felt. However, there were sequences where I clearly I was expecting a Blair Witch meets Godzilla movie - and that's what I got. Shaky handycam aside, the pacing and suspense were good. I was surprised at how real the character dialog felt. However, there were sequences where I clearly saw the "insert thrilling videogame sequence here" sign. Do not see this movie if you want the cliche happy ending - come on people, the previews clearly state that the camera was "found", not galdly handed over by happy survivors! All in all, I still think this is a well made addition to the "what if the worst suddenly happened" style of movies.… Expand
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DonKJan 19, 2008
Exciting Thrill, Hand held camera makes movie exciting and emotional. Shows interesting look on people's reactions when faced with a large attack. Enjoyable, likeable characters, keeps you on the edge of your seat.
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EstherNJan 19, 2008
I really enjoyed this film. It was cannily paced (it needed some mundaneness at the beginning) and managed to convey the sense of great violence and loss. I'm a bit surprised at just _how much_ painfully stupid people haven't I really enjoyed this film. It was cannily paced (it needed some mundaneness at the beginning) and managed to convey the sense of great violence and loss. I'm a bit surprised at just _how much_ painfully stupid people haven't enjoyed it. Also, wretched taste sci-fi fanboys, like the losers at Slashdot, for whom no one should aim a movie.… Expand
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MercedesMJan 19, 2008
I have to say that the movie was something I had never before seen done so well. It was alot better than Blair Witch although all the shaking of the camera made me queasy but I survived. I would suggest that you sit in the very back, the I have to say that the movie was something I had never before seen done so well. It was alot better than Blair Witch although all the shaking of the camera made me queasy but I survived. I would suggest that you sit in the very back, the people back there said it wasn't that bad. Overall I was impressed and would recommend it.… Expand
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FRinaJan 19, 2008
Those who thought dull are the same ones that want the same old predictable movie and everything spelled out for them...yes the camera was shaky, but had I been filming it wouldve been shakier, so it just added to the realism of this monster Those who thought dull are the same ones that want the same old predictable movie and everything spelled out for them...yes the camera was shaky, but had I been filming it wouldve been shakier, so it just added to the realism of this monster movie... I say go see it!!… Expand
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rustys.Jan 19, 2008
this movie was amazing. one of the best movies i have ever seen. its character development is sufficient enough to instill empathy for the viewer. they tie in just enough comedy to keep it realistic and remind everybody of their one quirky this movie was amazing. one of the best movies i have ever seen. its character development is sufficient enough to instill empathy for the viewer. they tie in just enough comedy to keep it realistic and remind everybody of their one quirky friend. the movie is overall stunning amazing and brilliantly done.… Expand
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JimmyR.Jan 21, 2008
This is honestly the best movie I've seen in a long time. The camera work was superb. It made me believe that I was watching an amateur recording the whole incident and made me believe that I was in the middle of all the action. The This is honestly the best movie I've seen in a long time. The camera work was superb. It made me believe that I was watching an amateur recording the whole incident and made me believe that I was in the middle of all the action. The monster was intense and original. I saw more of it than I thought I would. This movie, though drawing inspiration from Blair Witch and Godzilla, stays original. I've never seen a movie with this experience before. Truly a great movie. I don't see how anyone could give this movie a low score.… Expand
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RobYouJan 21, 2008
Thought it was really fun, a good scary flick that tried something different and didn't need to venture into torture porn. Also, I don't have a pussy stomach so I don't have to whine about the film style.
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KentM.Jan 21, 2008
One of those movies that is going to be really loved or really hated. I thought it was good overall. Going into the movie, I thought it would be good and happily it didn't disappoint me. I wasn't aware of the handheld camera One of those movies that is going to be really loved or really hated. I thought it was good overall. Going into the movie, I thought it would be good and happily it didn't disappoint me. I wasn't aware of the handheld camera "effect" that this movie used for it's story but as others have stated I think it added to the "realistic" feel of the movie. It kept me interested from beginning to end. Yes, it may have been overhyped a bit, but I think overall it had a good story, good acting and it most of all, even before all the action started, it kept my attention. Really good movie.… Expand
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jefframonejeffJan 21, 2008
This is not high art, to be sure. But I did have a good time -- despite the stomach-turning hand-held camera work. MOst people have complained that the characters are annoying and shallow. As this is essentially a monster movie, I expect This is not high art, to be sure. But I did have a good time -- despite the stomach-turning hand-held camera work. MOst people have complained that the characters are annoying and shallow. As this is essentially a monster movie, I expect people to be one thing: meat. If you like horror movies, monster movies specifically -- this is much better made and more realistic than shit like "One MIssed Call" or "The Eye". It's not "Citizen Cane", but it is fun.… Expand
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TylerS.Jan 22, 2008
It's sort of the blair with project on crack meets a superior godzilla/aliens-esque monster who's got nasty little babies eating up everything moving. One of those genuine LOVE / HATE movies. Either you love it or ya hate it. It's sort of the blair with project on crack meets a superior godzilla/aliens-esque monster who's got nasty little babies eating up everything moving. One of those genuine LOVE / HATE movies. Either you love it or ya hate it. Personally I found it to be rather entertaining, but only on the basis of reality. If a monster REALLY did attack New York, and you were at a party, what would YOU experience? How would YOU react? If you had a loved one in danger would you run away or would you go save them? Special effects were minimal as LIFE needs no special effects. This movie was about reality, not glitz and glamour and special effects. (minus the 100 foot tall beastie of course)... It's a glimpse into the future if indeed a sleeping monster did rise up from the depths of the earth and attack a major metropolitan city, such as New York. And for everyone saying to themselves I would act this way or that, having been a US Marine myself and staring down the barrel of the gun... you really don't know your true nature until god forbid, you're thrown into the fire and truly tested.… Expand
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JamesMJan 22, 2008
CLOVERFIELD was a great experience. It felt like I was there because of the video camera. A must see in theaters.
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AustinL.Jan 22, 2008
Never could figure out how theses woman walk around in high heels without crippling them selves
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DannyL.Jan 22, 2008
This movie, Cloverfield is the most epic movie I've ever watched since The Lord of the Rings. You aren't viewing the action. You are almost part of the whole action which enhances the experience. You learn new things about the This movie, Cloverfield is the most epic movie I've ever watched since The Lord of the Rings. You aren't viewing the action. You are almost part of the whole action which enhances the experience. You learn new things about the monster and the capabilities it has. Many people are complaining that the monster looks like crap but NO ONE can seriously do any better. The monster is fantastic. Other people are saying this movie sucked because it wasn't scary. Those people are known in our society as dumbasses. This movie is not a horror movie but falls under the genre of suspense. However, this is all my opinion and my opinion is telling the world, "Please please please watch this movie. It is an instant classic that actually lived up to the hype it has been receiving before the release. 10/10… Expand
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RyanP.Jan 22, 2008
People seem to forget about suspending disbelief while watching this movie. Does any great monster movie not take liberties with design and plot? Suspend your disbelief and go see this movie. It is full of action, great special effects, and People seem to forget about suspending disbelief while watching this movie. Does any great monster movie not take liberties with design and plot? Suspend your disbelief and go see this movie. It is full of action, great special effects, and intensity. I think some people were disappointed when they realized it was not a documentary but instead a Godzilla rehash. Any monster destroys city flick is. That doesn't mean that we should stop making them. It is a damn good film and it deserves praise for its accomplishments.… Expand
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RobertB.Jan 23, 2008
I loved this movie, suspenseful, Great story and really emotional and real parts. I didn't get sick at all, i don't know how anyone really could get sick, but maybe its the video games that trained me. The movie was only about 1h I loved this movie, suspenseful, Great story and really emotional and real parts. I didn't get sick at all, i don't know how anyone really could get sick, but maybe its the video games that trained me. The movie was only about 1h and 15m long or so. I would of gave it a perfect 10 if it was longer, but it was a great movie.… Expand
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