Cloverfield

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BBFeb 3, 2008

Awful movie! Luckily it is very short.

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AlbinGFeb 3, 2008

Firstly, Jay G. All the opinions which you dismissed had perfectly valid complaints. Just because it is handcam doesn't mean continuity can be cast aside. And The Blair Witch Godzilla aproject is a very good description of this movie. Firstly, Jay G. All the opinions which you dismissed had perfectly valid complaints. Just because it is handcam doesn't mean continuity can be cast aside. And The Blair Witch Godzilla aproject is a very good description of this movie. Home made feel footage but with a monster terrorizing a city. And the fact that you have dismissed all their opinions and pronounced that they can't be critics since they don't agree with you is just absurd. Now. I knew what this movie would entail before i got there. Hand held cam style footage of a group of people in the aftermath of a city destroyed bya monster. And i got just that. But it wasn't at all entertaining. Firstly, the only reason the story continued was one guys illogical and unreasonable need to go BACK into the city. I wonder how this will turn out? Couldn't they have stuck with a survival theme? Running from the monster to get out of the city? Instead the monster turns into a foot note in the plot. The camera work was bad. That is all i can say. Just because it's a handycam doesn't mean it can't be pointed at interesting things now and then. Unless one of the miriad plot points that were neglected explanation was that the camera man has a foot fetish. I lost count of the number of times we catch a glimpse of the monster only to have the camera pan and leave it hovering just off screen. Why is the guy carrying the camera to document this stuff if all he films is being scrambling down a roof? Just simple changes like having him pause to let others by and taking that time to record the monster doing something. ANYTHING. The jarring quality of the footage sent 2 of my mates out due to motion sickness. The shacky-cam gimmick became tedious and unnecessary after 10 minutes. The overly long intro did nothing to convince me of the important relationship around which the movie subsequently revolves. I honestly didn't care whether they achieved their goal or not. Nothing is ever answered about the monster. There were some positives. A few good scenes in the streets where we get to see that the monster is nearby and a genuine threat. Only then did i feel an urgency about their running. I can't get scared if i don't know what is happening. It showed that frantic shacky cam can work in short bursts, but not for a whole film. A better choice would have been either a first person perspective, seeing what they see, or film by a news crew, getting both the panic and realism whilst still SEEING enough to feel involved. If you have a phobia of shoes or pavements, you'll be scared out of your seat.… Expand

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JezzPFeb 2, 2008

It would have been a great movie if they didnt have so much of the camcorder thing. I got sick watching the movie and half of the time I was annoyed by screaming and cutoffs. Poor quality movie...

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JalexD.Feb 2, 2008

I was actually very surprised by this film. It looked interesting six months before, but I wasn't sure about it when it actually came out. Of course, I just came back from seeing it and not only is it the first 4-star film of the year I was actually very surprised by this film. It looked interesting six months before, but I wasn't sure about it when it actually came out. Of course, I just came back from seeing it and not only is it the first 4-star film of the year (to me), it's also a classic piece of cinema that should be looked back on in a very positive light in the future. I actually became connected with the characters within the short time frame of the film, which was nice to discover. The sheer intensity and amazing pseudorealism of it all really made it fall together. There are a few tiny things that one could nitpick about, but even then only three. A truly great film.… Expand

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ChrisJ.Feb 2, 2008

Overall little substance but this film does manage to evoke a range of emotions including dizziness from its sledgehammer approach. There are also a few genuinely creepy moments. Overall enjoyable but can't help but think it could have Overall little substance but this film does manage to evoke a range of emotions including dizziness from its sledgehammer approach. There are also a few genuinely creepy moments. Overall enjoyable but can't help but think it could have been better.… Expand

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10

SeniorSalsaFeb 2, 2008

Great movie!

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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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RyanPFeb 2, 2008

People who gave this a low score totally missed the point of this movie. This film was near on perfect the characters were introduced well, the action scenes were amazing. The monster had enough coverage and every loss of a character made People who gave this a low score totally missed the point of this movie. This film was near on perfect the characters were introduced well, the action scenes were amazing. The monster had enough coverage and every loss of a character made you feel for the others left behind. It was the quiet scenes like in the subway that provided the most emotional moments and the silence in some parts provided such a tense atmosphere in the cinema. The story was spot on, it didn't need to have an explanation of what the monster was or where it came from as the characters couldn't of possibly found out that information and I'm sure if a monster was chasing you the main thing you would be trying to do would be staying alive not . investigating! The ending was excellent and the skip to the old video was such a good idea. go see it!… 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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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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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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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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LesC.Feb 1, 2008

I had a headache within the first 5 minutes(Blair Witch had the same effect on me) - and then I was Nauseous within 10 minutes - It was terrible - no focus, camera moving to quick, I would give it a -1 if that was possible.

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KevinM.Jan 31, 2008

Cloverfield was a great movie! I thought the cameras was a great idea! A certain scene dealing with nightvision made me jump half out of my seat! Thoroughly enjoyable!

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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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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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ThekgvJan 31, 2008

I went with 3 friends to this movie expecting to either love it or hate it, and instead came out of the theatre feeling underwhelmed by the experience. This feeling was also shared by my friends as well. Now before you decide to classify us I went with 3 friends to this movie expecting to either love it or hate it, and instead came out of the theatre feeling underwhelmed by the experience. This feeling was also shared by my friends as well. Now before you decide to classify us as 1) uncultured philistines (because we don't love the movie) or 2) Sundance Diretor wannabes (because we do love the movie) I should let you know that as a group, we have seen movie of all genres and have had dissenting opinions of movies, so we aren't clones and individually we do have different tastes in movies. All 4 of us felt that the camcorder thing was way overdone (maybe a little more steadiness?) and none of the 5 w's regarding the monster were answered (even if they had answered three of the five w's it would have satisfied us).… Expand

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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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TonyBJan 30, 2008

I agree with all the zeros. I would have preferred being in NYC with the monster than watching the movie, LOL. Or anywhere else than watching the movie. If you cut out most of the party, and the most of the scenes aimed at feet and I agree with all the zeros. I would have preferred being in NYC with the monster than watching the movie, LOL. Or anywhere else than watching the movie. If you cut out most of the party, and the most of the scenes aimed at feet and mid-sections, it might have rated a lot higher. But then it would have been around, maybe about 30 minutes in length - that would have been an improvement. It seems they were trying to make a non-movie, and they succeeded in that.… Expand

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KenLJan 30, 2008

The Blair Witch Godzilla Project. Enough said.

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SJN.Jan 29, 2008

Total rubbish ridden with factual, technical, military and continuity errors.

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FrankFrankJan 29, 2008

Brilliant movie. It absolutely felt like I was there, and despite being a monster movie, seemed completely plausible. Will see at least 2 more times.

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MarkJan 28, 2008

Cloverfield is probably the most intense movies I've ever seen. The choice to use a camcorder was great (although I did get motion sick by the end) as it really immerses the viewer in the movie. The first several minutes of the movie Cloverfield is probably the most intense movies I've ever seen. The choice to use a camcorder was great (although I did get motion sick by the end) as it really immerses the viewer in the movie. The first several minutes of the movie are boring, but after that the excitement rapidly ramps up. The monster's first attack was one of the most thrilling scenes I've ever seen in a movie.… 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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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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JimK.Jan 28, 2008

Yes this film does keep you awake, while waitng to see what this thing is, but in the end its alot of nothing. The acting was annoying, the video camera perspective was played out after about 5 minutes, and i thought the creature was Yes this film does keep you awake, while waitng to see what this thing is, but in the end its alot of nothing. The acting was annoying, the video camera perspective was played out after about 5 minutes, and i thought the creature was anything but original and not scary. I hate that its true after waiting to see this thing, but it did suck.… Expand

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JoeL.Jan 27, 2008

Bambi meets Godzilla was more exciting than this overated flick, and that short animation was about 45 seconds. This movie is all hype to separate you and you money. Its a 75 minute movie that spends the first 22 minutes trying to introduce Bambi meets Godzilla was more exciting than this overated flick, and that short animation was about 45 seconds. This movie is all hype to separate you and you money. Its a 75 minute movie that spends the first 22 minutes trying to introduce the audience to characters we don't really like. I started to get annoyed at the really poor dialog after the first 10 minutes. The acting is not very convincing, and there is really no "feeling" for what happens to the main characters. I did not find the movie exciting, thrilling, or suspenseful. The hand held cam thing gets annoying after 30 minutes too. The good thing is that its only 75 minutes, about 45 minutes too long! This flick just had a made for TV feel about it. Blah!… Expand

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DanJan 27, 2008

Why am I not surprised. Something different comes along and it gets booed (I couldn't believe it myself until the boos at the end of the movie). I'll admit I was a big queezy with the handycam for the first 5 minutes; but the style Why am I not surprised. Something different comes along and it gets booed (I couldn't believe it myself until the boos at the end of the movie). I'll admit I was a big queezy with the handycam for the first 5 minutes; but the style suited it so well: finally some more experimentation since blair witch. As for the abrupt conclusion, how could people not expect it? It fit perfectly, and helped to sell it. It had great cg and special effects (especially how they fit it all in handycam settings). I found the acting was natural and sold well. Overall great movie.… 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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DixieJan 26, 2008

This movie simply sucks ass. Every eye-shatteringly pointless moment of it.

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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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NickDJan 26, 2008

I hate jittery camerawork, but found this film less jarring than that found in the Greengrass Bourne films and Flight 93. At least Cloverfield actually has a reason. I loved that this movie nods to the monster genre--the post-9/11 footage I hate jittery camerawork, but found this film less jarring than that found in the Greengrass Bourne films and Flight 93. At least Cloverfield actually has a reason. I loved that this movie nods to the monster genre--the post-9/11 footage format is what makes it inventive. I don't think the dialogue was meant to be great--the opening 20 minutes seemed to be the writers poking fun at themselves: a send up of Felicity. There's a little thing 'sophisticated' reviewers don't seem to realize--movies, fiction have this little thing called "a suspension of disbelief." I find it disturbing that the negative reviewers like Manohla Dargis, so disdainful of these "stupid, shallow" (fictional) characters were proud to actually write in their reviews that they were rooting for their deaths. I may not be as intelligent as the New York Times, but I got the impression from some reviews that if a young New Yorker isn't portrayed as intelligent (in a genre movie of all places) then they deserve to die. Heartwarming.… Expand

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IndykenUJan 26, 2008

Even though it is basically a blend of The Blair Witch Project on steroids meets Godzilla, the special effects were AMAZING. My only beef was the ending. it totally BLEW!! Everybody dies.

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AdamD.Jan 26, 2008

was an epic failure, gets more than a 0 because the visual and sound was good, and the camera work was very interesting, but the rest of the movie is an F-.

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DustinU.Jan 26, 2008

Aside from a slow start. The movie never lets up with the suspense. If you didn't care for the Blair Witch Project this film might not be for you with camera movement. The performances are top notch.

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R.R.Jan 26, 2008

-First of all, Adam H, that's a pretty harsh criticism to be making of the people that didn't like this movie. I guess if someone didn't enjoy it they need to "grow up" cuz they're nothing but kids. Wow, what an ignorant -First of all, Adam H, that's a pretty harsh criticism to be making of the people that didn't like this movie. I guess if someone didn't enjoy it they need to "grow up" cuz they're nothing but kids. Wow, what an ignorant statement. -And for those who say plot and meaning don't matter, you're absolutely correct, but the problem is this movie did try to have meaning, like with its visual references to Sept 11. So don't tell me meaning's not important in a movie if the very movie you're reviewing tries to be an allegory of major historical events we're ALL familiar with. The problem with Cloverfield was that there was no real REASON why they had these references to 9/11: what point were they trying to make, because, as Wing M pointed out, nothing gets resolved. Were they just showing off with their use of allegory? -Also, I don't care for shaky-camera action as long as it's done artfully and with purpose. In this case it was, but there's such a thing as taking it too far: the director was just showing off by trying to give his movie a distinct visual style (and some scenes were just so obscurely presented), but it's been done before (Bourne Ultimatum, for example). -The characters were hollow and unbelievable. No, I'm not being randomly bias by bashing every aspect of this movie. My proof: what about that Marlena girl who, from the very start of the movie doesn't seem to care for anyone, suddenly gets the bright idea to go along with the group to find the main lead's girlfriend? Yeah, very realistic: I'll just risk my life for people I don't like. -The humour wasn't at all witty, except some people seemed to find the guy who held the camera to be funny because he was so pathetic. Oh, and the first 20 or so minutes were stretched out to tediousness: most of those scenes or dialog wasn't needed, and the attempt at character development fell far short. -This movie doesn't know what kind of movie it wants to be, and trying to bend genres isn't helping them: is it a love story, because it feels too empty to be a love story? Is it a political allegory? Is it a monster movie? Probably, because that's what it ends up being at the end, even though I was looking forward to something deeper. And saying that it's all these things doesn't help because the genres are never explored to their fullest since the movie is so short. -And I went into the theater really wanting to see this movie, having lined up 2 hours beforehand on opening day, so don't tell me I'm bias in any way.… 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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JimPrincetonJan 26, 2008

THIS MOVIE IS AMAZING. I can see people loving this movie and i can see people hating it but this is the kind of movie that you cant determine to see it with reviews, you have to just go see it and either love it or hate it.

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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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AdamHJan 25, 2008

All the people that give this a 0 cause of the camera need to grow up. If you can't handle it then that's your deal. It doesn't mean it's a crappy movie cause you can't compensate. Go back to your kiddie rides at the All the people that give this a 0 cause of the camera need to grow up. If you can't handle it then that's your deal. It doesn't mean it's a crappy movie cause you can't compensate. Go back to your kiddie rides at the amusement and stop pretending to review movies.… Expand

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WingM.Jan 25, 2008

Some say this movie did not deserve a 0, claming that the "shaky-camera" is the decisive reason why people give it poor ratings. Thus, I will clarify exactly why this movie should go straight to the top of the Worst Movies of All Time list. Some say this movie did not deserve a 0, claming that the "shaky-camera" is the decisive reason why people give it poor ratings. Thus, I will clarify exactly why this movie should go straight to the top of the Worst Movies of All Time list. For starters, the script was possibly written by a fourth grader; in fact, I might actually appreciate it if it had been. Second, nothing was resolved - at all. Even things that happened were for the most part left in complete obscurity. The Onion said that was the amazing part of the film... let's throw back to basic English plot lessons. There's nothing wrong with leaving things open to interpretation, but the entire movie? Third... there were explosions... big deal. Aside from its few moments, there were times that I actually forgot I was in the theatre because I completely lost interest. Even the first Lord of the Rings, with its endless walking, was more entertaining than the first 30 minutes of Cloverfield. In the end, though, Cloverfield did produce one exciting phenomenon that I had never before seen: people demanding their money back.… Expand

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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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GianellaG.Jan 25, 2008

So bad it was pointless horrible one of the worst movies i've ever seen i regret watching it i don't reccomend it.

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MichaelAJan 25, 2008

This movie sucked so bad that my friends will never let me pick a movie again! I want my $9.50 back, but I know I will never get that hour and a half back. I wanted to vomit after the first 10 minutes. Why the hell would I pay for an hour This movie sucked so bad that my friends will never let me pick a movie again! I want my $9.50 back, but I know I will never get that hour and a half back. I wanted to vomit after the first 10 minutes. Why the hell would I pay for an hour and 15 minute movie and then have to watch as the camera is pointed at someones feet? Save your money and donate it or something, you will feel much better than hating yourself for watching this movie.… Expand

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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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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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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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DavidGGJan 24, 2008

WOW... i was just blown away. The beginning is a little slow but as soon as the jolt hits the city, it becomes one of the best movies of all time. Acting is great, special effects are great, everything about this movie is great. GO SEE IT!

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RyanD.Jan 24, 2008

This is definitely one of favorite movies of all time. I LOVED the shaky camera, but sadly, I realize that people wouldn't have been critical of the movie if it had had smooth video. But that was the art of it! It wouldn't have This is definitely one of favorite movies of all time. I LOVED the shaky camera, but sadly, I realize that people wouldn't have been critical of the movie if it had had smooth video. But that was the art of it! It wouldn't have looked as realistic if they had done normal camera work. I thought it was just amazing. Anyway, I didn't see what people are talking about at the end, so I will have to (gladly) go watch it again.… Expand

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FantasyJan 24, 2008

OK I have had enough. I always hated those action shots professionally done in which the camera is shaking. Now in this turkey of a movie, they have taken it to the extreme by having the camera shake causing motion sickness. Enough already. OK I have had enough. I always hated those action shots professionally done in which the camera is shaking. Now in this turkey of a movie, they have taken it to the extreme by having the camera shake causing motion sickness. Enough already. This is an amateur production at best videoed with a camcorder. Total Cost of this production including the actor and the director is $1. What's next PET ROCKS? Who would be stupid enough to actually pay for a rock? Oops I forgot the same morons who actually paid to see this turkey with the shaky camcorder!… Expand

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PatrickO.Jan 24, 2008

Really awesome monster movie. Can't see how anyone would have a problem with it unless they don't like monster movies in general or they are 12 years old and only want to see the monster kill people and destroy things. There is Really awesome monster movie. Can't see how anyone would have a problem with it unless they don't like monster movies in general or they are 12 years old and only want to see the monster kill people and destroy things. There is plenty enough character development so that you care about the people you see in danger and they don't do stupid things that normal people would not do (i.e., split up and separate when monsters are lurking about) and act realistically (note: when they go on their mission to find the girl they know exactly where she is although the audience misses that part of the phone message she leaves). Sure, some of the characters, especially the cameraman, are non-too-bright, but so are most people in life sad to say. The point is that none of the characters are the pathetic stupid idiots who populate most monster movies. Also, if you do watch the movie be sure to pay close attention to the closing Coney Island beach shot. If you are watching carefully you will see something occur for a split second that explains a lot.… Expand

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AngelaH.Jan 23, 2008

Good idea but god that movie made me SO nauseas... it was shaky and it wouldn't stop moving and it was short. if it has stayed in place it would have worked... not a real story tho...just just goes with its... if u don't get movie Good idea but god that movie made me SO nauseas... it was shaky and it wouldn't stop moving and it was short. if it has stayed in place it would have worked... not a real story tho...just just goes with its... if u don't get movie sick then ya. but don't go for it.… Expand

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PaulR.Jan 23, 2008

EXCELLENT!!!!! A great concept on a SciFi Monster film as seen through the eyes of the victims. Did not need high budget actors and a lot of big FX shots. It kept me riveted to my seat not wondering what was going to happen next. You really EXCELLENT!!!!! A great concept on a SciFi Monster film as seen through the eyes of the victims. Did not need high budget actors and a lot of big FX shots. It kept me riveted to my seat not wondering what was going to happen next. You really did not need any answers to what and why. Just thoroughly entertaining.… Expand

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ChrisK.Jan 23, 2008

Being a fan of this sort of thing I went to the opening midnight showing- it was so packed full I was stuck in the second row and after about 20 minutes was getting a headache from the hand held camera work. I stood in the back so I was glad Being a fan of this sort of thing I went to the opening midnight showing- it was so packed full I was stuck in the second row and after about 20 minutes was getting a headache from the hand held camera work. I stood in the back so I was glad it wasn't too long. This movie is Blair witch meets Godzilla narrated by a nerdy guy helping his friend try to save his girlfriend. If I actually believed this guy loved her then it might have worked. Special effects were OK but not enough monster. Personally I felt this film could've been a lot better if it used traditional filmmaking techniques - you barely see the creature(s?) and there is no soundtrack so much of the drama is missing. Has all the elements for a sequel which could be much better and answer a few questions. I'm glad to see monsters making a comeback instead of psychos like SAW. If I want psychos I can just turn on the news if I want giant creatures causing destruction I go to the movies so for that reason I gave it a 6.… 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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GeorgeH.Jan 23, 2008

A true Monster Movie, in every sense of the word. My only complaint would be that it should have been longer.

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BobbyEJan 23, 2008

Interesting idea to have the whole movie from a camcorder point of view buts thats about it. Entertaining but only for a see it one time type of flick. I wouldn't recommend this to anyone who is trying to watch a good movie or anyone Interesting idea to have the whole movie from a camcorder point of view buts thats about it. Entertaining but only for a see it one time type of flick. I wouldn't recommend this to anyone who is trying to watch a good movie or anyone trying to watch a scary movie because it falls short in both of those categories. At the end of the day, if your just trying to pass time its not a bad idea to go ahead and watch this movie but don't be upset if you are happy at the end because it will not meet high expectations which this movie had for some reason.… Expand

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PhilPJan 23, 2008

This is the kind of movie you rent with a free coupon. It is a glorified "blair witch". It is semi interesting, but there is almost no story, no answers of any kind, and nothing but the shaky cam. It is quite frankly hard to watch, and they This is the kind of movie you rent with a free coupon. It is a glorified "blair witch". It is semi interesting, but there is almost no story, no answers of any kind, and nothing but the shaky cam. It is quite frankly hard to watch, and they can pretty much throw in anything they want without explanation. Basically this movie cheats on everything it takes to make a good movie with the excuse that it is all on this camcorder. If you want to see the blair witch meets godzilla with no explanation or back story what so ever - you might like this. Everyone else will probably see it for what it is, a cheap movie that is just trying to capitalize on people not knowing what it is about.… 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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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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RayY.Jan 23, 2008

I cannot believe that there are so many favorable reviews on this movie ... Here are the facts the movie is 71 Minutes long The monster is in less than 4 minutes of the movie The camera shaking is horrible Nuff said save your money.

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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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EWJan 23, 2008

This movie was poorly directed, the acting was severly lacking, and clocking in at about 70 minutes one of the shortest movies I've ever watched. The monster was severely under represented in the movie with only a few shots revealing it This movie was poorly directed, the acting was severly lacking, and clocking in at about 70 minutes one of the shortest movies I've ever watched. The monster was severely under represented in the movie with only a few shots revealing it and doing so poorly. If you go to this movie and pay you will regret wasting your money on it. If your a fan of reality based fiction this might be your thing but otherwise save your time and money for something else… 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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WestSiderJan 23, 2008

Cloverfield has many good elements...but the camera work was not one of them. Perhaps they should have used some conventional angles to move the story along and show some of the bigger events in physical perspective? Also the Cloverfield has many good elements...but the camera work was not one of them. Perhaps they should have used some conventional angles to move the story along and show some of the bigger events in physical perspective? Also the characterization was nil...I agree with the Times review that at a certain point I was rooting for the monster...but that is what you get when you use all of 5-10 minutes to develop the main characters.… Expand

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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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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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TizianaHJan 22, 2008

This must have been the worst movie i saw within the last 10 years. (The last one i walked out on was Cliffhanger) Unoriginal, boring, badly written, badly played, no story-line, no suspension or captivating action. I give it one star as i This must have been the worst movie i saw within the last 10 years. (The last one i walked out on was Cliffhanger) Unoriginal, boring, badly written, badly played, no story-line, no suspension or captivating action. I give it one star as i can appreciate the ironic TV backdrop in one scene where sponge bob sq pants, king kong and other monsters are seen.… Expand

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GaborA.Jan 22, 2008

I could forgive the stream of ridiculous coincidences and absurdities that is the plot of this movie and willingly suspend all disbelief if there was a shred of originality to whisk me away. But there isn't. I spent most of the movie I could forgive the stream of ridiculous coincidences and absurdities that is the plot of this movie and willingly suspend all disbelief if there was a shred of originality to whisk me away. But there isn't. I spent most of the movie day dreaming about what I would do if something like this happened in my city. My dream was definitely less cheesy. Alas it hasn't even been that long since we've had a good monster movie. Its called The Host. Rent it. Avoid this.… 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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TonyLJan 22, 2008

I like the way the monster was presented, but I cared about little else in this film. A film like this only works when you care about one or more of the main actors, I didn't care for any of them. I wanted the monster to eat them all. I like the way the monster was presented, but I cared about little else in this film. A film like this only works when you care about one or more of the main actors, I didn't care for any of them. I wanted the monster to eat them all. Cable only!… Expand

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MarcusG.Jan 22, 2008

It's almost tragic that this film is so half-baked. The shaky, first-person perspective gave me a very rare feeling of fear and helplessness. This was entirely overshadowed by the film's ability to nauseate, as well as a very weak, It's almost tragic that this film is so half-baked. The shaky, first-person perspective gave me a very rare feeling of fear and helplessness. This was entirely overshadowed by the film's ability to nauseate, as well as a very weak, overused plot. Factor in many obvious errors in logic and continuity and you have a very disappointing film that is only thriving on excellent marketing and hype.… Expand

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JohnAJan 22, 2008

Lousy!

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HaxwellJan 22, 2008

This movie could have been so much better. Besides the fact they wasted 20+ minutes at the beginning with that stupid party, Hud and his inane remarks made me want to blow popcorn chunks each time he said something.. The characters were not This movie could have been so much better. Besides the fact they wasted 20+ minutes at the beginning with that stupid party, Hud and his inane remarks made me want to blow popcorn chunks each time he said something.. The characters were not believable, unrealistic turns of events, it just could have been so much better. I recommend anybody who ever has the feeling they could be doing something else while watching TV, not go and see this movie. Save your ends.… Expand

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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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ED.Jan 22, 2008

The concept was good, but the home movie scenario definitely was not a plus. The party segment was way too long and very boring. The characters in the movie were tedious to say the least. By the end of the movie I would have liked to have The concept was good, but the home movie scenario definitely was not a plus. The party segment was way too long and very boring. The characters in the movie were tedious to say the least. By the end of the movie I would have liked to have killed them myself. It is a shame they didn't have decent cinematography, and maybe included a military look at trying to destroy the monster. Overall: a missed opportunity to make a good horror movie.… Expand

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ChristopherB.Jan 22, 2008

Cloverfield is the Blair Witch Project meets Godzilla gone completely wrong. An unintelligent movie, that only impressed me when they momentarily played the Of Montreal song, "Wraith Pinned To The Mist (And Other Games)". This is mainstream Cloverfield is the Blair Witch Project meets Godzilla gone completely wrong. An unintelligent movie, that only impressed me when they momentarily played the Of Montreal song, "Wraith Pinned To The Mist (And Other Games)". This is mainstream entertainment at its lowest.… Expand

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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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CModeJan 22, 2008

I have never in my life been so angry about paying to see a movie!!! First they introduce the audience to the most nausiating camera work ever and then they try to get you feel for some of the most forgettable characters ive ever watched I have never in my life been so angry about paying to see a movie!!! First they introduce the audience to the most nausiating camera work ever and then they try to get you feel for some of the most forgettable characters ive ever watched only to end the movie on a cliffhanger by not letting you know why this wanna-be Godzilla is destroying NYC and if the military's attempt to blow it up has worked or not. Absolute crap!!!… Expand

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NickS.Jan 22, 2008

Eye-Candy. Total waste of time. i felt embarrassed for anyone who wasted money on this Blair Witch rip-off. This is a disaster flick where you actually want the characters to die. Acting was very bad. No plot. I hope the do make a sequel so Eye-Candy. Total waste of time. i felt embarrassed for anyone who wasted money on this Blair Witch rip-off. This is a disaster flick where you actually want the characters to die. Acting was very bad. No plot. I hope the do make a sequel so as to explain what the heck actually happened. It would have been a better movie if they found multiple cameras then edited them films into a coherent movie, that would have been much more interesting. I love JJ Abrams work and think his Mission Impossible had been much more a superior movie than the other two. I think Lost is a fantastic show. Matt Reeves is a great director as well. I just think this effort was off the mark from what we are accustomed two from the two. Instead of a well written movie about such a great an event as a monster/alien destroying the city of New York, so soon after what had happened there in the past, we get a bad love story dipped in CGI eye-candy. This movie is not mental juice to feed your brain. It's more like sniffing paint for an hour or so.… 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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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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MattRJan 22, 2008

I had high expectations and..... By far the biggest disappointment in a long time. Story was corny, not in depth at all. Just overall a huge disappointment. IF you see this movie wait till its on vidoe ot at the cheap theater. If you wait I had high expectations and..... By far the biggest disappointment in a long time. Story was corny, not in depth at all. Just overall a huge disappointment. IF you see this movie wait till its on vidoe ot at the cheap theater. If you wait for video you wont get as bad a headache watching it.… 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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KenH.Jan 22, 2008

I like action / monster / horror movies but the dialog is terribly written and the plot is paper-thin. Younger teens seem to love the movie and that concerns me that actually liked the movie.

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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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keithcJan 22, 2008

This movie was the worst one i have ever seen i felt like throwing up the camera was moving so bad. there was limited special effect scenes and it was a terrible plot. A lot of the scenes were terrible i mean cmon the lady got stabbed in the This movie was the worst one i have ever seen i felt like throwing up the camera was moving so bad. there was limited special effect scenes and it was a terrible plot. A lot of the scenes were terrible i mean cmon the lady got stabbed in the heart and miraculously she can sprint away from the monster. also you never got a good look of the monster until the very end of the movie and even then you didn't see it all. Plus they don't say how the monster got to earth or why it all of a sudden attacked. THIS IS WHY WE NEED WRITERS...SO THE PLOT IS GOOD THE ENTIRE MOVIE!!!… Expand

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BetsMJan 22, 2008

Terrible movie, camera work made me want to throw up. Didn't care anything about the people, monster could have killed them all and the world wouldn't be any worse off. The only reason I didn't give it a zero is that I Terrible movie, camera work made me want to throw up. Didn't care anything about the people, monster could have killed them all and the world wouldn't be any worse off. The only reason I didn't give it a zero is that I didn't get up and leave (not sure why but I suffered through the whole horrible thing).… Expand

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JeffT.Jan 22, 2008

I was so let down. Blair Witch was cool, this was not.

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KevinLJan 22, 2008

Delivered on all expectations. It was great.

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MichelleSJan 22, 2008

If I could give this move a negative score I would. Camera work was so bad even in the non-action parts (like at the party) I almost threw up in the first 15 minutes of the movie due to motion sickness, the movie went downhill from there. I If I could give this move a negative score I would. Camera work was so bad even in the non-action parts (like at the party) I almost threw up in the first 15 minutes of the movie due to motion sickness, the movie went downhill from there. I understand the camera concept but even if you are running or scared you're telling me you can't hold a camera semi-still so we could actually see what was going on instead of just getting sick from the blurring back and forth. And in the non-action parts why the heck could this guy not look at people's faces instead of the camera being pointed at their feet or only half their face. Bad acting, no real story, NOTHING in this movie was done right, EXCEPT the credits and those were only good because it meant the movie was over. Not only do I wish I could get my $6.25 back (luckily I went to the late show so it was not $9.00) but I think someone should reimburse me for wasting 1 1/2 hours of my life. If I want to pay to get motion sick I will go to an amusement park at least there you will find lovable characters and loads of entertainment, two things this movie lacked. I did not care if the characters lived or not, in fact I was hoping they would all die so the movie would end. The fact that there is no story proves the writer is not really a writer, he could not even think of a plausible reason this monster attacked, where it was from, how to kill it, NOTHING. Other movie goers were as confused and disappointed as I was based on their after movie chatter. On guy asked "what just happened" and I said "I'll tell you, you wasted $6.25 and 1 1/2 hours of your life". Another movie goer said "there is 1 1/2 of my life wasted that I will never get back". Also I never knew cheap handheld home video cameras had night vision, professional style lighting and such AMAZING and long lasting video and battery life. I could go on and on about how awful and completely retarded this movie is but it's not even worth talking about honestly. Please, if you feel the need to waste $9.00, just send me the money and stay home, don't waste your time on this movie.… Expand

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StevenB.Jan 22, 2008

The only reason you shouldn't like this movie is if you weren't warned before going to see it that the camera is really shaky. Other than that, I believe that Cloverfield is definitely the best monster that has been created in a long time.

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JasmineP.Jan 22, 2008

When I watched the movie the other day, I couldn't believe that the whole movie was through a camera. The movie was a mix between the Blair Witch Project and Godzilla. This is one movie that I actually called, emailed, and spoke to When I watched the movie the other day, I couldn't believe that the whole movie was through a camera. The movie was a mix between the Blair Witch Project and Godzilla. This is one movie that I actually called, emailed, and spoke to co-workers and family/friends and told them to not even waste their money on. The ending of the movie was pointless. Pointless to the point on why the Camera was needed. Sometimes when I leave a theater, I hear people talking or something, NO. everyone left in COMPLETE SILENCE!!! And lookin @ the Box Office reviews, I cant believe, that this movie grossed $41M . I know there are A LOT of disappointed moviegoers...… Expand

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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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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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RustyS.Jan 22, 2008

I also agree on this being one of the worst movies ever produced. Horrible camera work (even for a handheld) horrible acting, no plot, no background, no anything that a good or even decent movie should have. When the movie was over, everyone I also agree on this being one of the worst movies ever produced. Horrible camera work (even for a handheld) horrible acting, no plot, no background, no anything that a good or even decent movie should have. When the movie was over, everyone just sat there. When the credits began to roll, the groans and complaints started. I'd like a refund for this movie because I too feel cheated.… Expand

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AnonymousJan 22, 2008

The trailer tells the entire story - with very little else to learn. I found this film to be a complete rip off. I wanted to love it however I left unfulfilled. If you like "Blair Witch" then you will like this film.

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JimmyCJan 21, 2008

The movie looked kinda good from whatever I saw when I wasn't closing my eyes and trying hard not to throw up my popcorn. That was the first time I had ever left in the middle of a movie. The idea of watching from the characters' The movie looked kinda good from whatever I saw when I wasn't closing my eyes and trying hard not to throw up my popcorn. That was the first time I had ever left in the middle of a movie. The idea of watching from the characters' viewpoint sounded like a great idea, but when the entire movie is shot with shakiness and rapid movement, its kinda hard to enjoy when suffering from motion sickness. My popcorn bag almost became my barf bag. Would I like to have finished the movie? Yes, but I'll wait for the DVD. Hopefully it will be easier to cope with on a smaller screen.… Expand

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michaelhJan 21, 2008

Terrible movie! I wasn't expecting Godzillas buddy to show up and the shaky camera work made everyone dizzy!

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HooahJan 21, 2008

This is a great movie!!!!! do not pay attention to the people saying otherwise. GREAT effects! good acting, Great directing, jumped out of my seat MANY times, it kept you thinking what, how, why IF YOU ARE GOING TO SEE A MOVIE SEE THIS ONE!

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