Cloverfield
Paramount Pictures | Release Date: January 18, 2008
6.4
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10
NickA.Jan 19, 2008
Very original and daring, unlike anything i've seen before and so much better that i expected. the point of view is so restrictive and yet so effective, you can only expect to see what one person would have seen, and given the scale of Very original and daring, unlike anything i've seen before and so much better that i expected. the point of view is so restrictive and yet so effective, you can only expect to see what one person would have seen, and given the scale of the disaster it is only a very small fraction and yet more than enough to make for a truly engrossing and mindblowing experience.… Expand
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SamYJan 19, 2008
Exciting, nonstop action!
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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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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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AlexRJan 19, 2008
The movie abused the camcorder first person view. It was great for a while but shakey cam was pretty annoying. The movie used some guy's stupid going away party as a plot device so that when the monsters came, they'd all be The movie abused the camcorder first person view. It was great for a while but shakey cam was pretty annoying. The movie used some guy's stupid going away party as a plot device so that when the monsters came, they'd all be together. The monster's origin wasn't even hinted at, leaving their existance and origin left COMPLETELY open for interpretation. I'm all for making the viewer think, but that was just lazy writing. The end, aka "Thanks for your money", tried to use "the camcorder as the storyteller" but completely failed. Massive disappointment.… 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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GabeK.Jan 21, 2008
Boring, lifeless movie. I decided to give it a 1 just because of all the talk it has created. Anyone who gives this movie higher than a 6 is either: mentally retarded, smokes pot, or is a liberal arts major.
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8
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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JCJan 21, 2008
Plot was horrible. Who would go back into a city with an undefeatable monster to save someone. Action was pretty good, but the camera sucked. This movie had way too much hype. The first 30 min at the party were absolutely terrible. I Plot was horrible. Who would go back into a city with an undefeatable monster to save someone. Action was pretty good, but the camera sucked. This movie had way too much hype. The first 30 min at the party were absolutely terrible. I don't recommend seeing this movie… 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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MichaelDJan 21, 2008
Seems like a re-hash of several other movies. When it comes down to it; it just isn't that exciting. The movie was hyped way too much. Just OK, wait for DVD.
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toddgotJan 21, 2008
this movie sucked so much ass that i wanted to shoot myself after watchin it the special effects were ok but when the guy and the girl just sat under a bridge and waited to die that was bull shit they needed to have some kind of ending in this movie sucked so much ass that i wanted to shoot myself after watchin it the special effects were ok but when the guy and the girl just sat under a bridge and waited to die that was bull shit they needed to have some kind of ending in stead of just sitting there extremely disappointed.… 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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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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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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10
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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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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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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10
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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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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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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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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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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KevinLJan 22, 2008
Delivered on all expectations. It was great.
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JeffT.Jan 22, 2008
I was so let down. Blair Witch was cool, this was not.
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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JoseO.Feb 11, 2008
What a waste of time, this is a very bad mix between Blair witch project and Godzilla, this is not a original concept and has bad acting... if you want to see a really good monster movie take a look to the host.
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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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SuzanneA.Feb 15, 2008
I would have given Cloverfield a 2 but I gave it a 3 because it was mercifully short. I know in the 21st century we are supposed to be excited about special effects but can we go back to the old days of character development? Horror movies I would have given Cloverfield a 2 but I gave it a 3 because it was mercifully short. I know in the 21st century we are supposed to be excited about special effects but can we go back to the old days of character development? Horror movies are better if we have an inkling of concern about the people we are watching. The director needs to watch Alien or Aliens 2 to see why people were fully vested in Ripley. Just watching an Alien kill people and destroy a city isn't entertaining.… 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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BobbyR.Feb 16, 2008
My eyes are exhausted and I have a touch of what feels like motion sickness! was an awful film.
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GrahamLFeb 18, 2008
The worst film I've ever seen in my life, bar none.
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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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HerbieHuskerFeb 19, 2008
Original concept, but I was feeling sick by the end.
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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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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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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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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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JoeyDFeb 6, 2008
I didn't like the Blair Witch movie at all but this handheld technique has potential, its just a question of who can utilize it effectively & not go O.T.T (like what happened to 'Bullet time'). JJ couldn't do it, not yet I didn't like the Blair Witch movie at all but this handheld technique has potential, its just a question of who can utilize it effectively & not go O.T.T (like what happened to 'Bullet time'). JJ couldn't do it, not yet anyway. So after watching an awesome trailer I'm sad to say this movie didn't deliver for me.… Expand
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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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hOLY----Feb 9, 2008
OMG.After watching this suckish movie,I found that i would have had a better time drowning myself in a lake full of crap rather than watching cloverfield.I actually threw up because of the motion sickness i endured.
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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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FlonkelD.Feb 9, 2008
The entire movie is filmed as if from a hand-held video camera. While the idea is perhaps novel, the execution is very annoying. Double thumbs down from me.
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SeanC.Mar 31, 2008
Pretty cool idea but the camera style is annoying. Two reasons for that is it creates a false sense of action especially when no real plot development is evident. The second reason, the movie made half the theatre so sick they couldn't Pretty cool idea but the camera style is annoying. Two reasons for that is it creates a false sense of action especially when no real plot development is evident. The second reason, the movie made half the theatre so sick they couldn't even watch most of the film. Not so cool when you pay 9 bucks for a film. The sequel, which is already in development, better not be anything like the camera style in the first one.… Expand
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BrawnBoyMar 6, 2008
This movie totally sucked. I wasted $25 dollars to see it. This has got to be one of the things I most regret. The movie made no sense. The plot....there was no plot!!! Worst of all the monster looked pretty lame. And the camera seemed to be This movie totally sucked. I wasted $25 dollars to see it. This has got to be one of the things I most regret. The movie made no sense. The plot....there was no plot!!! Worst of all the monster looked pretty lame. And the camera seemed to be moving around a whole lot too much. It even made my G-friend dizzy and sick. So we left the movie early. Thank goodness.....… Expand
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RandalflagMar 8, 2008
This movie was a piece of trash. It had no plot, the actors were horrible (i was rooting for the monster the whole time) The camera work was sickening (literally) and the movie was a blatant ripoff of a mixture of "The Blair Witch Project" This movie was a piece of trash. It had no plot, the actors were horrible (i was rooting for the monster the whole time) The camera work was sickening (literally) and the movie was a blatant ripoff of a mixture of "The Blair Witch Project" and "Godzilla". The movie could have been shorted to 60 minutes with all the procrastination in the first 30 minutes of the movie, (yes even though it had no story whatsoever, it was 90 minutes of camera shaking and procrastination). I would definately not reccomend this movie to anyone.… Expand
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BenSApr 21, 2008
Mark this movie as another overrated waste of time. The monster-fish-dinosaur, or whatever you want to call it, was weakly portrayed. I think a 3rd grader drew the sketches for this one, I mean the thing was shooting fireballs! How un-scary Mark this movie as another overrated waste of time. The monster-fish-dinosaur, or whatever you want to call it, was weakly portrayed. I think a 3rd grader drew the sketches for this one, I mean the thing was shooting fireballs! How un-scary is that?! And the spoider things were random with no connection to anything. They just magically appeared. This was just another teen, wannna be horror movie. I… Expand
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RichardA.Apr 2, 2008
You have GOT to be kiddin me! This was a mindless movie in the real sense. I was extremely disappointed in the movie and the entire premise. I stayed to watch it because between the price of the gasoline to drive to the movie and the price You have GOT to be kiddin me! This was a mindless movie in the real sense. I was extremely disappointed in the movie and the entire premise. I stayed to watch it because between the price of the gasoline to drive to the movie and the price of the ticket I felt compelled to get some sort of return from it. The premise of the camcorder being found in what was ONCE known as Central Park led me to an int eresting conclusion that throughly destroys the intended plot. The military referred to what was called Operating Hammerdown. I can only surmise that this involved some VERY SERIOUS weaponry. Perhaps a small yield nuclear warhead was used. The fact that area was ONCE KNOWN as Central Park lets me know that the area was completely and utterly devasted!. If this were the case then someone PLEASE tell me HOW in the world did the Camcorder survive? High-yield fuel air explosive weapons would have melted the thing and a nuclear explosion would have vaporized it. The premise of a camcorder surving wih perfect picture and sound recordings is absurd. Before you go and say that it was restored then why are there no gaps in continuity? Surely some of the action would have been irretrievable. NUFF SAID!… Expand
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AnneApr 22, 2008
This movie doesn't have any plot or characters I can identify with. The characters annoyed me more than anything. I didn't like the way the movie was shot either. It made lots of people in the theater motion sick. I wasn't This movie doesn't have any plot or characters I can identify with. The characters annoyed me more than anything. I didn't like the way the movie was shot either. It made lots of people in the theater motion sick. I wasn't warned about this.… Expand
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ModestusQ.Apr 23, 2008
I knew within the first 5 minutes of 'Cloverfield' that this would be the kind of entertainment that truly polarized audiences. The opening party scene is forgettable and doesn't really do anything to give the main players I knew within the first 5 minutes of 'Cloverfield' that this would be the kind of entertainment that truly polarized audiences. The opening party scene is forgettable and doesn't really do anything to give the main players more than one dimension. However, once the action explodes...um, literally, 'Cloverfield' becomes a fascinating experiment, despite the fact that it's also a bit frustrating. I'm not sure that the actors truly sold a significant "I'm here! This is happening!" perspective. Rather than implanting an impression of realism and reactive instinct, I found the performances to be too self conscious and modulated, more theater than verismo. The premise is fantastic. The 'things left unseen' approach works for most of the film. And, I think the action was accessible enough to carry the film through the lulls. Whether the 'camcorder' photography remains a novel or gimmicky approach, it's a bit of a toss up. Despite the flaws, including a deep lack of story momentum, I found the film entertaining. And, that is that!… 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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JoePrinceApr 26, 2008
*Some spoilers... but trust me, you aren't missing much* "Cloverfield" offers no more than its amazing trailer - no more thrills, no more clarification, no more... well, anything. Except the face of the monster, which, because of the *Some spoilers... but trust me, you aren't missing much* "Cloverfield" offers no more than its amazing trailer - no more thrills, no more clarification, no more... well, anything. Except the face of the monster, which, because of the camerawork, isn't clear. What begins as a story that seems decidedly human quickly devolves into cliches (the lost love, the frantic search for lost love, the panicky, bewildered looks of those in danger, the poor decision making skills of self-appointed leaders) that become more tiresome when you realize that The Camera Is Still Rolling; that is, the poor sap who's following his friends around during a rampage is still holding a camera. (This plot hole is remedied in one dumbshit line: "The world will need to know what happened!" or something equally asinine). Drop it and run, pal. Speaking of the camerawork, the POV is interesting for the first twenty minutes, but becomes tedious as the plot and "near escapes" become progressively more preposterous. The principal characters survive multiple attacks: one seems to be impaled (but lives), three are in a helicopter crash - and survive!, and two watch a friend devoured alive... but the monster leaves them alone. All this would be made palpable if the acting was clever, witty, or pulled more than just Acting 101 grab-bag crap, but it doesn't. From the cameraman's incessant "What's going on?! Where's Rob going?!" to the farewells before the ending (which are hilariously awful, cherry-picking from The Blair Witch Project), the actors' "spontaneity" is never fully convincing. This film was a huge letdown.… Expand
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DeniseO.Apr 27, 2008
the credits are still rolling and I am here giving you my opinion - it was CRAP - lacking in substance - short, no real story line, the end sucked - and we paid $20 for the movie !!! what a let down!
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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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BrandonApr 29, 2008
What an absolute waste of time. Jarring, erratic, nausea-inducing camera movement, annoying characters, and completely unrealistic despite being a 'reality' movie. By the end of the movie, you'll be left wondering why you made What an absolute waste of time. Jarring, erratic, nausea-inducing camera movement, annoying characters, and completely unrealistic despite being a 'reality' movie. By the end of the movie, you'll be left wondering why you made yourself undergo 80 minutes of complete nonsense. To make things even worse, nothing about this movie was even remotely scary. The previews were better when one truly didn't know what was going on. That was its charm; had they given the cheap looking monster away beforehand, no one would have seen this piece of cinematic trash.… Expand
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TomApr 29, 2008
3 things 1. Too bad Mystery Science Theater 3000 is no longer around. This movie would have been on there the first week it was available. 2. What kind of cam-corder was that? I want one. It's tougher than a cockroach. It survives 3 things 1. Too bad Mystery Science Theater 3000 is no longer around. This movie would have been on there the first week it was available. 2. What kind of cam-corder was that? I want one. It's tougher than a cockroach. It survives drops, helicopter crashes, monster thrashes and electromagnetic pulses from a nuke! 3. Beth was an alien. It's remarkable how she didn't bleed to death after being impaled on re-bar and had full use of her arm and shoulder in that last scene. And, by the way, if you liked the way this was filmed, just put your tv in the dryer. It's a lot cheaper than renting crappy movies.… 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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ArielG.Apr 4, 2008
As much as I'd like to give this movie a proper review, I had to walk out after 30 minutes. Part of it was because of the nausea-inducing camera work which got me close to throwing up several times, and the other reason was that after As much as I'd like to give this movie a proper review, I had to walk out after 30 minutes. Part of it was because of the nausea-inducing camera work which got me close to throwing up several times, and the other reason was that after half an hour, there was no plot, no story arc or character development. I give it 3 points for the clever marketing campaign, which tricked a lot of people (including myself) to give their hard-earned money to watch this movie, only to leave the theatres nauseous and disappointed.… Expand
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PaulW.Apr 6, 2008
What could have been a great contribution to the film's genre, is frankly wasted almost right from the start. Once again (like in War of the Worlds) some ill conceived group of people, who are so unlikable, air-headed and preposterously What could have been a great contribution to the film's genre, is frankly wasted almost right from the start. Once again (like in War of the Worlds) some ill conceived group of people, who are so unlikable, air-headed and preposterously good looking, you could swear they were from another movie, is thrown at the audience as if to say: 'Hi folks, these are your protagonists for this evening's entertainment. We apologize for any inconvenience.' Why do we once again have to suffer through the most impressive collection of jawdroppingly dumb yuppies, whose existence somehow seems to revolve around spewing the most vapid conversation around like if it was a sport. Cloverfield has some very impressive and convincing CGI, but when are we finally going to get treated to this art-form in a movie together with a great story and on par dialog? Transformers, another CGI wonder, was nearly unwatchable for the exact same reason. I realize that it's a cliché when I say that this movie could and should have been SO much better. Not in gritty realism, it covers that bit quite well (although I would have preferred some sort of mix of steady-cam and not-steady-cam footage, but rather through a decent plot, a decent (and relevant) build-up and a feasible script.… 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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