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DarkwingSchmuckJul 27, 2023

A rock-solid, hyper-violent action film with a brisk pace that feels like it was ripped right out of the 80s and given a modern make-over. Dredd manages to find the right balance between playing it straight while still embracing its sillyA rock-solid, hyper-violent action film with a brisk pace that feels like it was ripped right out of the 80s and given a modern make-over. Dredd manages to find the right balance between playing it straight while still embracing its silly elements, helped by a pitch-perfect performance from Karl Urban. He knows what movie he's in. I only wish the film allowed itself to delve more into its social commentary and ambiguous moral implications, though the film doesn't entirely side-step it either.… Expand

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CoreGamer1408Apr 24, 2023

Dystopian sci-fi action adventure. Stallone Dredd nailed the look even some of the satire, but not the brutal meat grinder tone. This Dredd nailed the brutal meat grinder tone, but not the look or the satire. I have yet to see The Judge DreddDystopian sci-fi action adventure. Stallone Dredd nailed the look even some of the satire, but not the brutal meat grinder tone. This Dredd nailed the brutal meat grinder tone, but not the look or the satire. I have yet to see The Judge Dredd on the big screen. Read the comics and this is not even close to 2000AD vision. That being said I still like this film in it's own right. A pretty tense and gritty action movie.… Expand

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M7AMDMar 25, 2023

I usually don't get excited about these types of movies. Still, I decided to give it a try after seeing the score and some reviews and this movie was surprisingly good, no love story no political **** just a straight action movie thatI usually don't get excited about these types of movies. Still, I decided to give it a try after seeing the score and some reviews and this movie was surprisingly good, no love story no political **** just a straight action movie that reminded me of The Raid: Redemption and District B13 somehow.

The director knew how to keep things interesting and the cast did well with their roles.

Just give this movie a try.… Expand

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beanoDec 9, 2022

I only leave reviews on this site when something is really special, and Dredd stands the test of time with my wife and I. It might take more than one viewing to really understand the greatness of this film, but it has it all: a visualI only leave reviews on this site when something is really special, and Dredd stands the test of time with my wife and I. It might take more than one viewing to really understand the greatness of this film, but it has it all: a visual delight, great casting and performances, great soundtrack, brilliant writing. It is a violent and gory comic book movie, but it is soaked in that rare bit of magic, all the same. I kid you not, it is sublime.

Upon first watching, I thought the movie was hamstrung by the one location, but that thought is long in the past. What a disappointment that there could possibly never be a follow up. At least we got this one.… Expand

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cylunNov 22, 2022

He doesn't take off his helmet, that's a good start for one. This movie has it all, two strong but susceptible proponents and a complex opponent with a backstory that fits the genre. The movie doesn't need a lot of dialogues because the mostHe doesn't take off his helmet, that's a good start for one. This movie has it all, two strong but susceptible proponents and a complex opponent with a backstory that fits the genre. The movie doesn't need a lot of dialogues because the most important pieces are in the subtext. It's one of the remakes that deserves its place.… Expand

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TongxiSep 24, 2022

The story isnt very complex however the world of Judge Dredd is interresting. Cast are also good. Good movie.

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SuperbaDMIkeJun 15, 2022

Dredd is a movie that beats the SS 1997 movie. Like for real, I'm not lying.

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destinyfan1May 10, 2022

As a sci-fi lover , i really can't believe i skipped this movie for 10 years...
The action is great and brutal, the atmosphere is very good, and even the story while simple is well written. Both main characters grow through the movie ,As a sci-fi lover , i really can't believe i skipped this movie for 10 years...
The action is great and brutal, the atmosphere is very good, and even the story while simple is well written. Both main characters grow through the movie , especially cassandra. No, i am not simping when i say i actually feel for her. I think female protagonists have been treated badly in hollywood, with dozens of attempts to make women badass, however because of the excellent writing, cassandra feels like a real badass person. She needs to prove himself for the judge and doesn't do that with whining or complaining, she actually learn through the process, proves herself and does what she needs to do. Judge is also badass btw. He feels like batman a bit to much but who cares. Sure he has some corny lines but his voice makes up for it. I'd say the only real complaint is that the villain is a bit weak, she only gives out orders(she has a small background story but that's it).

Possibly among the top 5 sci-fi movies that i have seen.… Expand

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HellHoleHorrorFeb 16, 2022

I was expecting this to be terrible having associated it with the previous one, Judge Dredd (1995). But it was not! I was actually pretty darn good. It's very violent, has an unexpected story, and interesting characters. It's not too sillyI was expecting this to be terrible having associated it with the previous one, Judge Dredd (1995). But it was not! I was actually pretty darn good. It's very violent, has an unexpected story, and interesting characters. It's not too silly and not too serious. The action is exciting and the 3D is relatively well done. Some of the darker shots were a bit grainy but other than that the technical aspects were solid. It is gory which I was not expecting. The drug sequences were well done and memorable.… Expand

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robertoiglesiasJan 3, 2022

My favorite movie of all time. Amazing characters, story, cast, tone, industrial music, and effects.

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theirrelephantsOct 14, 2021

Remember when olivia thirlby was cute? Dredd remembers.

Jokes aside, I absolutely loved this movie. I admittedly never read any of the comics, but from what my father who did tells me - it wasn't particularly unfaithful to them. If youRemember when olivia thirlby was cute? Dredd remembers.

Jokes aside, I absolutely loved this movie. I admittedly never read any of the comics, but from what my father who did tells me - it wasn't particularly unfaithful to them.

If you love 2 hours of nonstop violence, you'll get a huge kick out of this movie.… Expand

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IsraelrSep 25, 2021

Um filme que na minha opinião foi fiel aos comics e que tbm demonstrou que com um roteiro simples e com boa ação é possível sim fazer uma boa adaptação dos quadrinhos para a telona.
Karl Urban esteve fiel ao "Queixo de ferro da Justiça" e aUm filme que na minha opinião foi fiel aos comics e que tbm demonstrou que com um roteiro simples e com boa ação é possível sim fazer uma boa adaptação dos quadrinhos para a telona.
Karl Urban esteve fiel ao "Queixo de ferro da Justiça" e a quimica da dupla do Juiz Dredd com a novata Anderson ficou incrível, assim como a atuação da atriz que interpretou a vilã principal.… Expand

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RoccoCilleAug 29, 2021

Time is a great judge of whether a movie stands the test of time and is truly good or bad. Manny a Hollywood "classic" turns out to be trash only rated up by the paid critics, but it's really the audience score over a period of years thatTime is a great judge of whether a movie stands the test of time and is truly good or bad. Manny a Hollywood "classic" turns out to be trash only rated up by the paid critics, but it's really the audience score over a period of years that tells the true story. The universal acclaim for Dredd is that answer: in 2012 it received criticism for the level of violence and it lacking the "humour" of the 2000AD comic books. That's not the case: Dredd is the nearest depiction of the dystopian, authoritarian, human rights infringing future depicted in the comics. Every aspect of the movie is well put together, and it ends up being a genuinely great sci-fi movie that does the source material justice. My recommendation is to give Dredd a go, you'll be surprised by how enjoyable it is and it's only a shame the whiny critics stopped this from being more of a commercial success at the box office when it was release a decade ago.… Expand

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rokaspFeb 13, 2021

My expectations were low going into the film, but here I am scoring a 10. Really surprised how much I enjoyed it, real good movie

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geewahJan 20, 2021

A dark and violent comic adaption that might be light on for story, but is still one entertaining ride.

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gracjanskiDec 31, 2020

What a surprise for me. This movie is very good. I like the dark, ugly Cyberpunk, so I like the world of Judge Dredd. The action was very good, the story also interesting.

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Toasterx97Dec 31, 2020

Lots of gore that might have contributed to its limited success, this film is an absolute adrenaline joyride that supercharges its world-building muscles immediately on arrival. Do not miss this film

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ValgethOct 3, 2020

So for some reason the original Judge Dredd isn't on Metacritic, but just like it Dredd is a visual masterpiece, the slo-mo scenes are especially good, you get to see a lot of bodily deformation from bullets. One thing I liked that they tookSo for some reason the original Judge Dredd isn't on Metacritic, but just like it Dredd is a visual masterpiece, the slo-mo scenes are especially good, you get to see a lot of bodily deformation from bullets. One thing I liked that they took away from the original were the set pieces, props and costumes, the original was very detailed in this area but their decision to keep the comic book style was a bad choice, Dredd (2012) made the right choice with a more realistic take. What I did not like about both versions was the **** action typical of most movies in this genre, at what point do you just pause and say "you know, Dredd should be deceased by now", there were so many cliches in both, I get that this is more like a continuation or spinoff of the 1995 movie but this is just so... Shallow, but I like that this is more open-ended, it expands the story after the main plot rather than making the implication that they lived happily ever after once a few corrupt judges were gone.… Expand

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ORIOLESep 26, 2020

I enjoyed more today rewatching in 2020 than in 2013. Very cool movie in a tangible futuristic world where gang wars are out of control and lawofficers are toughter. I think Cyberpunk 2077 city was inspired in this show/comic and theI enjoyed more today rewatching in 2020 than in 2013. Very cool movie in a tangible futuristic world where gang wars are out of control and lawofficers are toughter. I think Cyberpunk 2077 city was inspired in this show/comic and the drugdealers inspired in "Tropa de elite" movie (this I don't think it match how it could)… Expand

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DenHudoJul 14, 2020

Хороший такой Бади-муви. Сюжет простой, но зато без логических дыр. Экшн достойный. Самое главное, что этот фильм не паразитирует на предшественнике, а пытается рассказать свою историю в знакомой вселенной.Хороший такой Бади-муви. Сюжет простой, но зато без логических дыр. Экшн достойный. Самое главное, что этот фильм не паразитирует на предшественнике, а пытается рассказать свою историю в знакомой вселенной.

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AlphaSenseJul 10, 2020

This movie is really well made. The critics who gave this a low score represent the beginning of the left-wing WOKENESS that is plaguing society today. This Dredd fits with the character of the comic books and the acting of all theThis movie is really well made. The critics who gave this a low score represent the beginning of the left-wing WOKENESS that is plaguing society today. This Dredd fits with the character of the comic books and the acting of all the characters, the plot and the musical score are simply top-notch! I loved it!!… Expand

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tarekaliMay 26, 2020

The 'original' Stallone Dredd outing was a fun but goofy take on a serious world. It served a purpose but it felt contrived.
The Karl Urban take on Dredd seems authentic and plausible, a reasonable projection of the world as we know it today,The 'original' Stallone Dredd outing was a fun but goofy take on a serious world. It served a purpose but it felt contrived.
The Karl Urban take on Dredd seems authentic and plausible, a reasonable projection of the world as we know it today, with little fantasy or whimsy.
Urban's Dredd is near perfection as a movie, a pair of ethical, principled cops grinding away at a massive crime organization, one floor at a time.
The brutal simplicity of the Dredd justice, with its instant death sentences, is definitely abhorrent to the current climate of clemency for even the most savage criminals. However Dredd represents a civilization on the edge of collapse, and the punishment fits the crimes. There are many parallels to our times. As an action movie, the brilliant cat and mouse game played out in mega tower PeachTrees is on the same level as the first Die Hard. Even on rewatching, I appreciate the survival and justice dispensation skills of our 2 protagonists. Something must be said about Anderson, played so brilliantly by Olivia Thirlby. She does not necessarily represent the kinder, gentler side of the law as might be stereotypical, she represents in a way the smarter and more subtle form of the law, one that uses mind control and manipulation to further the cause. I really related to her embattled, sorrowful character, and her desperate desire to become a Judge.
Dredd hands down deserves a sequel, with this cast and continuity. I would even petition for it.… Expand

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ronnichMar 25, 2020

A classic comics film. The plot is very entertaining. Graphics, phrases, sound effects, the apocalypse city, all is good to watch in 2020.

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GrachechkovskiMar 1, 2020

Beautiful film with cyperpunk theme, brutal and impressive. Sound is good, the main theme of universe is rich, actions are simple and minimalistic

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AWESOM-0Feb 5, 2020

Yup! Well done, this movie kicks ass. Not that the Stallone one needed any help but this one makes the Stallone one look like crap.

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KiltedWarriorFeb 3, 2020

I found the movie very entertaining, especially when compared the the movie Judge Dredd with Sylvester Stallone. This Dredd being darker and a haveing a plot more consistent with the graphic novel.

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SolariumJan 12, 2020

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don_timOct 26, 2019

this movie is great! it came out in 2012 and i didn't know it existed till 2019. i hope there will be a sequel!!!!

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JamedrisApr 10, 2019

I love cyberpunk, I love action and I love Lena Headey. What's not to like in this movie for me, then? It was fun to see Lena looking totally different than in Game of Thrones TV's show. It's a good portion of violence, action andI love cyberpunk, I love action and I love Lena Headey. What's not to like in this movie for me, then? It was fun to see Lena looking totally different than in Game of Thrones TV's show. It's a good portion of violence, action and cyberpunk/brutalist looking building with nicely done CGI resembling effects of some drug important in the history.… Expand

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TopCatUKFeb 9, 2019

Great film. True to the source material whilst being fun, interesting and accessible to those who don’t know the source material.

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jonslowDec 11, 2018

ทุกอย่าง ลงตัว เนื้อเรื่องสนุก ดีกว่าเมื่อเทียบกับภาค สตอลโลนแสดง เหตุผลเดียวกับ ถ้าถามผมว่า James Bond ภาคเก่าหรือภาคใหม่ ชอบภาคไหนมากกว่ากัน ผมตอบภาคใหม่ เพราะมันจับต้องได้ เถื่อนๆ ดิบๆ จับต้องได้ เจ็บเป็น นำเสนอที่ตัวบุคคลมากกว่าทุกอย่าง ลงตัว เนื้อเรื่องสนุก ดีกว่าเมื่อเทียบกับภาค สตอลโลนแสดง เหตุผลเดียวกับ ถ้าถามผมว่า James Bond ภาคเก่าหรือภาคใหม่ ชอบภาคไหนมากกว่ากัน ผมตอบภาคใหม่ เพราะมันจับต้องได้ เถื่อนๆ ดิบๆ จับต้องได้ เจ็บเป็น นำเสนอที่ตัวบุคคลมากกว่า technology ของอาวุธ เอาไปเลย 10/10 ขึ้นแท่นหนังในดวงใจอีกเรื่องนึง… Expand

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GarethBOct 5, 2018

I have been reading the Dredd comics for a long time and this movie really captures the real Dredd in comparison to Sly. Karl Urban is a great JD and OliviaT is a great addition as Anderson. Good visuals and action! I am the Law!

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jacob4May 28, 2018

An absolute pulse pounding thrill ride in all it's bloody glorious violence! Dredd constantly delivers on the non-stop action packed scenes delivered in brutal graphic fight scenes. The hero and villain both compliment each other and theAn absolute pulse pounding thrill ride in all it's bloody glorious violence! Dredd constantly delivers on the non-stop action packed scenes delivered in brutal graphic fight scenes. The hero and villain both compliment each other and the setting is just right for a high stakes shoot out like no other. It's not your conventional superhero movie, but that just makes it better. First time viewers can skip over the probably forgotten original, and get a better imagining in this one. The Law don't need no restriction limits!… Expand

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ConsumerBatmanNov 26, 2017

Simply put: I think this is the best comic book movie I have ever seen.

As the credits rolled, I was left with a weird feeling inside: complete and total satisfaction, and not a single complaint. With a remarkably light budget, this filmSimply put: I think this is the best comic book movie I have ever seen.

As the credits rolled, I was left with a weird feeling inside: complete and total satisfaction, and not a single complaint.

With a remarkably light budget, this film perfectly tells a story in the world of Dredd. It doesn't over-exaggerate the stakes: a drug lord is endangering the lives of ~10,000 people. She's breaking the law. So she cannot be allowed to continue.

Dredd, gruff and unfeeling, shows up to dispense law and order, which just happens to coincide with justice. His helmet doesn't come off. There is no two-dimensional romance with Judge Anderson. There is a relationship and a mutual respect, but it stays PERFECTLY respectful to the source material.

When all is said and done, with hundreds of criminals in this vast urban cityscape dead, and Dredd is asked by his commanding officer what happened, Urban perfectly captures everything Judge Dredd is with two simple, blunt, un-pretentious words: "drug bust".

Just another day in the life of Dredd. God bless everyone involved in the making of this film, and here's hoping they scrounge up enough for the sequels.… Expand

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inaneswineNov 14, 2017

Dredd failed at the box office for two reasons: the studio's forcing most cinemas to show it almost exclusively in 3D; and its adult age rating, which cut out a wide section of the audience it was aimed at. Fortunately, as with most boxDredd failed at the box office for two reasons: the studio's forcing most cinemas to show it almost exclusively in 3D; and its adult age rating, which cut out a wide section of the audience it was aimed at. Fortunately, as with most box office tallies, the figures are not a reflection of its quality, as it is quite possibly one of the best comic-book-based films this side of the millennium. As opposed to a blah, watered-down, squeaky clean 12A certificate product, Dredd is a bracing, brutal, dark and disturbing action thriller.

We are shown a vision of the future that is a frightening parallel to our world, where the poverty-stricken and least-educated are forced into an existence besieged by drugs and violence. While that's clearly the point that Garland's screenplay attempts to make, the darkness and nihilism of Dredd's world is so brilliantly realised on camera that one often forgets that we're looking at another world. Karl Urban is a menacing hulk; Olivia Thirlby unpretentiously confronts Dredd's blind upholding of barbaric laws; Lena Headey's performance makes for an uncomfortable watch, as her maniacal character embodies the lonely, scarred and depressed psychopaths of our world; and Domhnall Gleeson is underrated as the damaged, sympathetic victim.

As an action movie, Dredd successfully imitates the riotously fun aspects of 18-rated films from the late 80s and 90s. However, what they lack in character, story and brains, Dredd fully makes up for.… Expand

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gamerzxSep 21, 2017

Good movie. There are few flaws for a grungy futuristic cop thriller. The battle in the block is similar to other movies where the heroes are trapped in a confined place and having to fight their way out. I used to read Judge Dredd comics.Good movie. There are few flaws for a grungy futuristic cop thriller. The battle in the block is similar to other movies where the heroes are trapped in a confined place and having to fight their way out. I used to read Judge Dredd comics. They were good entertainment. Original characters coming from Britain. Good show and a faithful recreation of the character. It would be nice to see a Cable series of Dredd that portrays the character and comics in the same way as this movie.… Expand

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Meth-dudeMar 26, 2017

This is what a Judge Dredd movie should be like. Great acting, beautiful cinematography, visually stunning action scenes and gritty violence. This is one of the best movies I've seen in a while.

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weirdcryoJan 20, 2017

I started watching not knowing what to expect besides being an action flick, it started well but almost lost me with the "mutant power thingy" but as the movie progressed it was used effectively and mantaining internal logic so it grew on meI started watching not knowing what to expect besides being an action flick, it started well but almost lost me with the "mutant power thingy" but as the movie progressed it was used effectively and mantaining internal logic so it grew on me as Dredd character.
As a movie in general it has it lows and highs but specifically as an action movie is great: gory (without being tasteless), great action scenes, great visuals and a couple of main characters that grew on you as the story develops, it doesn't unnecessarily prolongs like most movies these days so that is also a plus.
It have the classic action moments where the hero should have died but they are few and easy to forgive.
I will recommend it to anyone looking for an action flick without a doubt.… Expand

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Firewing2Jan 1, 2017

Finally, a movie worthy of the source material. A brutal non-stop action flick that starts fast and keeps going. It develops a simple and effective plot and doesn't shy away from brutal violence without feeling gratuitous.

Karl Urban getsFinally, a movie worthy of the source material. A brutal non-stop action flick that starts fast and keeps going. It develops a simple and effective plot and doesn't shy away from brutal violence without feeling gratuitous.

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joedeltaAug 26, 2016

This gritty, dystopian satire is visually delightful, well paced, and surprisingly thought-provoking. Lena Headey is terrifying and awesome. Karl Urban keeps Dredd's utter humorlousness from being dull, and Olivia Thirlby humanizes the judges.

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deathmachineptMay 29, 2016

So fresh, so gory, so badass, top notch aesthetics and visuals, good one liners, the story progression and breathing space between the action is spot on, story is simple but the is told is incredible satisfying and leaves much for the thoughtSo fresh, so gory, so badass, top notch aesthetics and visuals, good one liners, the story progression and breathing space between the action is spot on, story is simple but the is told is incredible satisfying and leaves much for the thought a sort of madmax fury road.

There might big some missteps but these are too minor and correcting them might hurt other good aspects.. It's a perfect 10 for me I want to see a sequel!… Expand

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ShetlandVikingMar 24, 2016

Cinematography is very well done, Karl Urban is faithful to the character, I'm surprised I haven't seen more of Olivia Thirlby after this movie. Great use of a lower budget. The only criticisms I can think of is there's a lot of creepingCinematography is very well done, Karl Urban is faithful to the character, I'm surprised I haven't seen more of Olivia Thirlby after this movie. Great use of a lower budget. The only criticisms I can think of is there's a lot of creeping around corridors with handguns and the fact that there isn't a sequel.… Expand

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Cinemassacre94Mar 20, 2016

Originally, Dredd, the second motion picture incarnation of the British comic book hero, was due for a mid-August U.S. release. Distributor Lionsgate, buoyed by a positive reactions at advance screenings, decided to move the film out of theOriginally, Dredd, the second motion picture incarnation of the British comic book hero, was due for a mid-August U.S. release. Distributor Lionsgate, buoyed by a positive reactions at advance screenings, decided to move the film out of the "dumping ground" wasteland of late summer and into the earliest days of autumn. Despite obvious (but mostly superficial) similarities to The Raid: Redemption, Dredd can claim to be sufficiently different to avoid being labeled a rip-off. It's also much closer to the comic book than the Hollywood-ized 1995 version that starred Sylvester Stallone in the title role.

This time around, Judge Dredd is played by Karl Urban, although you'd never know it was Doctor Leonard McCoy under the mask if not for the credits. As in the comics, Dredd never removes his mask, so the most we see of Urban are his lips and stubbled chin. Also, he speaks in a throaty growl that sounds a lot like Christian Bale's Batman. Dredd is less a character than an icon. He shows no emotion and, although he utters the occasional one-liner, he's as straightforward as they come. Think Robocop.

As in The Raid: Redemption, this is about an attempt by law enforcement officers to infiltrate a high rise building that has been co-opted by gangsters, fight their way to the top, and take out the chief bad guys. The Raid: Redemption is more bloody and visceral, but Dredd offers its own pleasures, chief of which is a scene of mayhem in which the villain, Ma-Ma (Lena Headey), takes out an entire floor of the complex in a futile attempt to kill two judges. It's pretty spectacular stuff. And, once Dredd runs out of ammo, the level of tension escalates remarkably.

Dredd has an associate, rookie judge Cassandra Anderson (Olivia Thirlby), a mop-haired blond who eschews headgear. She is being assessed for a pass/fail grade by Dredd. Her test scores were judged "marginal," but she has been accorded an opportunity in the field because of her impressive psychic abilities. She's unprepared for Dredd's brutality, but adapts quickly. She also plays mind games with a prisoner they take during their initial raid of the Peach Tree high rise. Kay (Wood Harris) knows something about Ma-Ma that she doesn't want him to tell anyone, and Anderson goes mucking around in his mind out to find out what it is. It turns out that Peach Tree is ground zero for the manufacture and distribution of a new drug, Slo-Mo (makes the brain think time is moving at 1% of actual speed), and there's nothing Ma-Ma won't do to protect that secret. Trapping two judges in the building and hunting them down is child's play. Or so she thinks.

The action scenes are graphic and well choreographed with a slightly artistic edge. Visually, Dredd is impressive, with the digital rendering of Mega-City One offering the most satisfying helping of visual candy. Dredd was filmed in 3-D, but there are problems. Most of these occur during special effects-laden scenes that attempt to represent reality through a Slo-Mo filter. The 3-D comes across as artificial and overdone in these sequences. There is also noticeable blur during a few of the action scenes. Director Pete Travis does, however, solve the problem of things being too dark. Dredd has just about the right level of lighting.

If there's a serious disappointment, it's the villain. Ma-Ma, despite being played with over-the-top zest by Lena Headey, isn't a very impressive foil for the mighty Judge Dredd, even when she calls for "back-up." Heady is so inconsequential that the final confrontation seems more like an afterthought than an important moment in the story. It's a little like Superman confronting Lex Luthor, except in this case Lex doesn't have any Kryptonite on hand.

Unlike many post-apocalyptic scenarios, the one presented in Dredd offers sufficient glimpses of a dystopian future without overselling the dark, ugly miseries of this future. The background is strong enough to make some of the movie's more outlandish elements seem credible and to represent the dour Judge Dredd as a paragon of justice. There's also a fair amount of dark humor, often of the gallows variety, that never seems out-of-place. Not much of what Dredd has to offer is new or groundbreaking, but the fusion of familiar elements generates a smartly-paced, suspenseful 90 minutes that's a vast improvement over the 1995 film, although not quite on par with The Raid: Redemption when it comes to pure, unexpurgated action.… Expand

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HJRodrigoDec 20, 2015

Surprisingly good adaptation of Judge Dredd. Skip the 1995 film and give this one a watch, if you are a fan of the comic. I would recommend this movie to anyone that likes action movies with slick visuals.

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CineAutoctonoDec 6, 2015

" Dredd " is a movie was shockingly strong , and full of Thanksgiving , I loved the super- slow shocking scenes , especially the 3D vision of the movie .

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AnnatarYoungDec 2, 2015

Easily one of the greatest comic book films ever made, especially considering this film's meager budget. It was dark, it was gritty, it was complex enough to keep you interested but focused enough to not throw you off and get too distractedEasily one of the greatest comic book films ever made, especially considering this film's meager budget. It was dark, it was gritty, it was complex enough to keep you interested but focused enough to not throw you off and get too distracted with itself.

It was a very wise move on the part of Director Pete Travis to focus the attention of this film in one location rather than across the entirety of Megacity 1.

Mama (Lena Headey) felt so true to the spirit of Judge Dredd as a gang-leader in the 2000AD universe that I could've sworn she was taken directly from the comic books.

Karl Urban made a fantastic Judge Dredd, with a straight, autonomous, and unemotional by-the-book keeper of the law which, again, felt so faithful to the original comics.

The shooting of the 'slow-mo' scenes were again so fantastically done and so entrancingly beautiful and cinematic that they really did paint the picture of the effects of this drug in this world.

All in all, I would HIGHLY recommend this immensely underrated film to fans of the 2000AD comics, as well as fans of sci-fi action and comic book films in general.… Expand

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Jes1310Nov 17, 2015

The first Dredd movie starring Sylvester Stallone was just plain awful. I loved the extreme (in both comedy and violence) comic way back. I watched the new Dredd last night and did´nt have any expectations what so ever. I was just great fun.The first Dredd movie starring Sylvester Stallone was just plain awful. I loved the extreme (in both comedy and violence) comic way back. I watched the new Dredd last night and did´nt have any expectations what so ever. I was just great fun. simple but clever story, great effects and Karl Urban does a brilliant job as Dredd. Highly recommendable.… Expand

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Compi24Oct 30, 2015

Good thing Hollywood waffled on its decision to remake "The Raid: Redemption," because I think we've forgotten about a special, little American action film with a similar plot that nearly matches it in both quality and spirit - "Dredd," aGood thing Hollywood waffled on its decision to remake "The Raid: Redemption," because I think we've forgotten about a special, little American action film with a similar plot that nearly matches it in both quality and spirit - "Dredd," a raucous, hypnotic, and criminally unsung action romp that truly deserves a sequel.… Expand

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amontilladoOct 9, 2015

Forget the Stallone adaptation; forget that this is actually an adaptation of a comic book; if you're in for badassery and want a film enjoyable both for group or self, this fits the bill.

It's efficient in the story telling and characterForget the Stallone adaptation; forget that this is actually an adaptation of a comic book; if you're in for badassery and want a film enjoyable both for group or self, this fits the bill.

It's efficient in the story telling and character development, not go overthetop or dwelling in elements, but understanding just how much it needs to give so that we the audience care about the characters and the plot. Hypnotic imagery shows up, surprising considering the source material and what you would expect otherwise. Cinematographic excellence is the single most surprising element in this movie, with a director who not understands storytelling, but how to visually display the story that is haunting, chilling, and entrancing.

Get some friends, get some beer, and sit back and prepare your mind to be esploded.… Expand

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reellmJul 23, 2015

4/5★ Dark, grungy and uncompromisingly violent, Dredd veers at times close to mockable B-movie territory, only to be pulled back by Urban's sheer force of will and strong chin. Olivia Thirlby is perfect as the empathic psychic paired with the4/5★ Dark, grungy and uncompromisingly violent, Dredd veers at times close to mockable B-movie territory, only to be pulled back by Urban's sheer force of will and strong chin. Olivia Thirlby is perfect as the empathic psychic paired with the uncompromising, unchanging Judge Dredd.
The comparisons to The Raid: Redemption, both of them similar in setting and take on anarchy, is understandable but both are good films with different aesthetics.
The drug infused slo-mo sequences are beautifully horrifying and in sharp contrast to the dark and frenzied action sequences.
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adpirtleJul 6, 2015

The fans have it over the critics on this one. Dredd is a violent visual treat. Karl Urban is perfect as Dredd, and Lena Heady is nearly as good as the prostitute-turned-crime lord Ma-ma. Olivia Thirlby holds her own. But the biggest star ofThe fans have it over the critics on this one. Dredd is a violent visual treat. Karl Urban is perfect as Dredd, and Lena Heady is nearly as good as the prostitute-turned-crime lord Ma-ma. Olivia Thirlby holds her own. But the biggest star of this film is the way super-slow motion is mixed with a terrific soundtrack to make even the goriest scene in the film almost beautiful to watch.… Expand

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grenouilleMay 13, 2015

A bit surprised by the low critic score for this. Some of the most visually striking scenes I've seen in a while, combined with some smart scifi and great characters. This is basically what a modern take on Robocop should be. While there isA bit surprised by the low critic score for this. Some of the most visually striking scenes I've seen in a while, combined with some smart scifi and great characters. This is basically what a modern take on Robocop should be. While there is quite a bit of gruesome violence, the use of violence smartly feeds into its dark humor and the general post-apocalyptic setting of Mega City One.… Expand

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rich_plMay 2, 2015

A Visceral and brilliant screen exploration of a dark and threatening character. I loved this movie and still enjoy watching it time after time. The music is fantastic, the characters believable and the pacing of the story gripping to the end.

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xRAIDER34xApr 16, 2015

Love this movie awesome affects Urban is a great actor for dred. Dred fans should love and appreciate this movie I hope they make another dred movie.

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DreadLordAvatarMar 14, 2015

"As for you Ma Ma.....JUDGEMENT TIIIME" --- WOW, just wow, what a ride, love it!! Dredd's lines are so insanely awesome, this film is an instant classic. Story is interesting keeps you at the edge of your seat, visuals are very well done"As for you Ma Ma.....JUDGEMENT TIIIME" --- WOW, just wow, what a ride, love it!! Dredd's lines are so insanely awesome, this film is an instant classic. Story is interesting keeps you at the edge of your seat, visuals are very well done and gritty, and sound effects/music is absolutetly amazing (the Bluray 7.1 soundtrack is reference/demo quality). Urban completely knocked his character out of the park, and Thirlby is amazing - fantastic chemistry between the two. Film has a feel like Carpenter's classic Escape From New York. Props to the director and film crew for creating this amazing film. Highly recommended. Hope there'll be a sequel, it's an absolute must. 9/10… Expand

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cryhardhumorFeb 24, 2015

DREDD (2012) is fun and nothing but bloody gutsy stylish well-shot fun. The film takes off and never really lets you go. It shies away from the much hated shaky cam that often ruins and pollutes good action movies, and instead boldly puts theDREDD (2012) is fun and nothing but bloody gutsy stylish well-shot fun. The film takes off and never really lets you go. It shies away from the much hated shaky cam that often ruins and pollutes good action movies, and instead boldly puts the action into your face.… Expand

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ShaxFeb 24, 2015

This was easily one of my favorite movies for 2012. I'm very familar with the Judge Dredd comic book and character. This movie nails the spirit of the character perfectly. Karl Urban's performance was excellent and I love how we never see himThis was easily one of my favorite movies for 2012. I'm very familar with the Judge Dredd comic book and character. This movie nails the spirit of the character perfectly. Karl Urban's performance was excellent and I love how we never see him fully without the helmet, just like in the comics.

The story is really intense and I was on the edge of my seat throughout the entire film. The 3D special effects are well done and impressive. I just can't say enough good things about this movie. It's easily one of the best and most accurate of all the comic book hero films.… Expand

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oDjentoJan 1, 2015

Critics totally got it wrong for Dredd. With Stallone's awful portrayal of Judge Dredd before, there was reason to be worried about another Dredd film. Luckily, it turned out one of the best action films of the year. Brutally violent in theCritics totally got it wrong for Dredd. With Stallone's awful portrayal of Judge Dredd before, there was reason to be worried about another Dredd film. Luckily, it turned out one of the best action films of the year. Brutally violent in the best ways possible, with awesome action pumping all the way through the film. The slo-mo drugs adds an ace colourful effect to scenes. Karl Urban nails his role as Dredd with helmet staying on all through the film, being dry and using deadpan humour excellently. Such an underrated movie. So easy to watch with friends over and over again. Dredd 2 pleaaaaeesee soon!… Expand

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MurdocdelreyDec 25, 2014

After two and half years I finally saw Dredd the other night and I was right to want to see it, Karl Urban is a complete badass as Judge Dredd and Olivia Thirlby is just great as Anderson. The action is a true example of how action scenesAfter two and half years I finally saw Dredd the other night and I was right to want to see it, Karl Urban is a complete badass as Judge Dredd and Olivia Thirlby is just great as Anderson. The action is a true example of how action scenes should be done, brilliantly choreographed and when slow motion shots occur, they are breathtaking, things like blood hitting a wall look stunning at a tiny fraction of it's normal speed and glass flying look like diamonds. I can't say enough how happy I am after seeing this movie and it is probably one of the last good r rated movies that isn't dumbed down for kids to see which makes me disappointed in the industry now. Hopes of a sequel are all but impossible but if there ever is, I will be the first in line for the this art movie.… Expand

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shadow47Dec 6, 2014

Thoroughly enjoyable action film. Karl Urban is fantastic as Dredd...perfectly cast. The supporting cast is also excellent; I especially enjoyed Lena Headey's performance as the Villainous Ma-Ma. Hope there is a sequel to this eventually.

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EramerisNov 18, 2014

I was pleasantly surprised with this movie. I was expecting a remake of the light hearted and silly Judge Dredd movie from 1995 but Dredd is nothing like that. It's a well made action/sci-fi film with an excellent cast, creative use ofI was pleasantly surprised with this movie. I was expecting a remake of the light hearted and silly Judge Dredd movie from 1995 but Dredd is nothing like that. It's a well made action/sci-fi film with an excellent cast, creative use of special effects and a more serious approach to the story without making it boring or cheesy. It's a great action movie, an instant fav for me.… Expand

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Jebu911Sep 18, 2014

Chemistry between Dredd and rookie is great to see on screen and acting is great in general. I like how this movie is action packed and heavy use of conventional effects are great for me! Kinda reminds me of old days of action movies withChemistry between Dredd and rookie is great to see on screen and acting is great in general. I like how this movie is action packed and heavy use of conventional effects are great for me! Kinda reminds me of old days of action movies with arnold and stallone tho Karl Urban was actually believable in his role. I justify giving this movie 10 because of the genre it represents that has almost died off in the reasent years. The plot is simple maybe too simple for some people but the movie is not about that its about the rookies and dredds onscreen chemistry and great action scenes. Truly amazing movie that sadly didnt do too well at the box office probably bacause of the bad advertising… Expand

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JonnieZJul 2, 2014

A nice simple action movie. Very stylish,easy to follow story,good effects. It does however have incredibly over the top violence so not one for the faint of heart.

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nickyblazeJun 24, 2014

Loved it. This film was exactly what I was looking for without even knowing it. The directors use of visuals did an amazing job of adding a sense of intimacy to the action with awesome slow motion shots and incredible detail. The narrative ofLoved it. This film was exactly what I was looking for without even knowing it. The directors use of visuals did an amazing job of adding a sense of intimacy to the action with awesome slow motion shots and incredible detail. The narrative of the story is simple enough to play a side role to the action, although their imagination of the near future isn't too incredibly far fetched... And there is plenty of action. If your a fan of SciFi or even action classics, check this one out.… Expand

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DukeJonMay 27, 2014

Big fan of the comic, but this film was underwhelming. It all seemed very small scale, and the whole thing could easily have been set in the present day. Anderson was underused and the graphic violence was too gratuitous at times. I actuallyBig fan of the comic, but this film was underwhelming. It all seemed very small scale, and the whole thing could easily have been set in the present day. Anderson was underused and the graphic violence was too gratuitous at times. I actually think I prefer the Stallone version; at least there's a lot more of the comic in that film.… Expand

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FatalityHDApr 26, 2014

This movie is amazing, I thought the reviews were underrated for this movie. Everything about this is epic and exhilarating and you'll want to stay till the very end but I would not recommend this movie to kids because of the violence, badThis movie is amazing, I thought the reviews were underrated for this movie. Everything about this is epic and exhilarating and you'll want to stay till the very end but I would not recommend this movie to kids because of the violence, bad words, drug references and rape references.… Expand

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Voodoo123Apr 1, 2014

Fantastic enjoyable and refreshing effort to bring the character to the screen once again. Great action, great sense of character and place. My only qualm is with the underwhelming scale of events chosen in the movie. In 2000AD megacity oneFantastic enjoyable and refreshing effort to bring the character to the screen once again. Great action, great sense of character and place. My only qualm is with the underwhelming scale of events chosen in the movie. In 2000AD megacity one was an overpopulated disgusting reflection of a commercially bound society and often shows this as a joke. Am guessing this stems from limits in budget for production and if it weren't for that slightly too small scale of mega city events portrayed I would say is 10/10 for getting that character on screen in a way that feels right.… Expand

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ozymandias79Mar 7, 2014

Man, what a thrill ride. Urban was perfect as Dredd. Like an idiot and lot of other people, I missed out on Dredd in the cinema. Apparently the 3D was mind blowing. And thank God this wasn't watered down to a child-friendly PG-rated joke.Man, what a thrill ride. Urban was perfect as Dredd. Like an idiot and lot of other people, I missed out on Dredd in the cinema. Apparently the 3D was mind blowing. And thank God this wasn't watered down to a child-friendly PG-rated joke. Like most adults, I'm not interesting in seeing kids movies. I'm praying for a sequel and a re-release of the original. Hopefully the massive DVD/Blu-ray sales will get it over the line.… Expand

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RyanbMar 4, 2014

This movie is great. I can't explain it another way. Karl Urban is the perfect Judge Dredd, (and by the way... He doesn't take off the mask, Sylvester Stallone). This movie has its flaws, such as some poor writing, but it is fun,This movie is great. I can't explain it another way. Karl Urban is the perfect Judge Dredd, (and by the way... He doesn't take off the mask, Sylvester Stallone). This movie has its flaws, such as some poor writing, but it is fun, action-packed, violent, and straight up awesome. If you are even remotely a fan of the comics, see this. SEE THIS… Expand

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EMGFeb 25, 2014

This film was the Dredd film fans were waiting for, a faithful adaptation of the Dredd world portrayed within the comics. The pacing, acting, effects and music were all spot on when creating the right atmosphere for this film to work not toThis film was the Dredd film fans were waiting for, a faithful adaptation of the Dredd world portrayed within the comics. The pacing, acting, effects and music were all spot on when creating the right atmosphere for this film to work not to mention Urban as Dredd was fantastic. 10/10 from a Dredd fan. 10/10 for not removing his helmet this time!… Expand

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himeegJan 28, 2014

Dredd is the type of film which should be widely publicized and enjoyed by comic fans, action fans, and sci-fi fans, but gets overshadowed by inferior films such as Thor and Captain America and Man of Steel. It is way better by far than mostDredd is the type of film which should be widely publicized and enjoyed by comic fans, action fans, and sci-fi fans, but gets overshadowed by inferior films such as Thor and Captain America and Man of Steel. It is way better by far than most of the big name super hero films - the story is tighter, the action is tougher - it is just plain good.… Expand

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ReubenIsAGodJan 24, 2014

What is a very will done movie that does have so much charm, energy and brilliant acting does come off as a bit slow, i mean, the setting is amazing, the camera work is top notch and the plot is very thrilling yet the dull, slow passing isWhat is a very will done movie that does have so much charm, energy and brilliant acting does come off as a bit slow, i mean, the setting is amazing, the camera work is top notch and the plot is very thrilling yet the dull, slow passing is very off putting to me.

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PvtJacksonJan 23, 2014

This movie is underrated, for sure. You seriously couldn't ask for a better performances form Karl Urban and Olivia Thirlby after watching this movie, because they did their best, and so did director Pete Travis.

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stryker8631Jan 2, 2014

I love this movie, and it gets a solid 8. the script shoulda contained more character development for Dredd and seemed a little to rigid, in progression. but Karl urban knows how to play the action hero well, and really makes this movie go. II love this movie, and it gets a solid 8. the script shoulda contained more character development for Dredd and seemed a little to rigid, in progression. but Karl urban knows how to play the action hero well, and really makes this movie go. I loved the action from start to finish, it just seemed to be missing a few story elements that would of made this movie a 10 instead of an 8… Expand

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BatfanDec 7, 2013

Dredd is action packed. It is full of gore. It kept me on the edge of my seat. This is non stop action. Disturbing at times but that just adds to the dark and sinister tone of the movie. Dredd is the best movie of 2012.

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cidgrad01Oct 10, 2013

This was, hands-down, one of the best action flicks I’ve seen in years. I was going to avoid it simply because the ‘90s version with Stallone was so awful, but a friend clued me in and I’m glad I listened to them. The new Dredd is excellentThis was, hands-down, one of the best action flicks I’ve seen in years. I was going to avoid it simply because the ‘90s version with Stallone was so awful, but a friend clued me in and I’m glad I listened to them. The new Dredd is excellent and not comparable at all to the old one.

The only knock against it is that it feels more like a pilot series episode than a proper movie. Not because it’s bad, but because it only explores a very small slice of the world of Judge Dredd and leaves you wanting more. It would be great if a network like Showtime or HBO picked this up for a regular series or if there will at least be a sequel made.… Expand

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AbnugglerSep 7, 2013

I loved this movie, I thought it was exceptionally done and I absolutely recommend it; It reminds me of movies like Sin City and 300: movies that didn't compromise what made their source material great to make turn them into a HollywoodI loved this movie, I thought it was exceptionally done and I absolutely recommend it; It reminds me of movies like Sin City and 300: movies that didn't compromise what made their source material great to make turn them into a Hollywood blockbuster, I only wish that Dredd would have gotten the same love as the aforementioned movies; because a bigger budget would have only made this movie even better.

Keep in mind it is an "R" rated action movie, so it's more of a Guy Flick; where most women will think it´s too violent (and I only say this because I can see that women are not quite Dredd's target audience, that being said I do know quite a bit of girls who really liked this movie), and its definitely not a kid friendly movie.

The 3D part of the film is nothing exceptional for the most part but there are some scenes where it really pays off (the scenes with the slo-mo drug effect come to mind)

The plot is not over the top like it is with most Comic Book Movies, so don't be expecting a movie like any of the Marvel Movies or most CMBs; instead it has a very simplistic feel to it (don't get me wrong this is why it is so good), its a straight shoot em up film in it's core. You don't need to know anything about the Comic Book to enjoy the movie and if you do you'll only enjoy it more, I also liked how even when they introduce you to the characters it's not really a beginning story.

I saw the Stallone Judge Dredd movie back in the 90's and thought it was a classic Comic Book movie turned Hollywood. Two essential parts of the character of Dredd are his personality and his uniform and I always thought that by removing the helmet for most of the movie and changing the personality of Dredd they completely changed the Character, that together with softening the tone of the movie to an almost PG 13 kind of movie, and giving Dredd a comedic patsy sidekick in the form of Rob Schneider, were the reasons why Stallone's Judge Dredd was so awful. None of these things are present in Dredd (2012), this movie on the other hand is quite dark and crude which is very much the way Comic Book is.

I also thought Karl Urban's performance was right on, it fit the character perfectly and I appreciated the commitment he put to the role by sticking to what makes Dredd so great, and not demanding to have face time in the movie. Judge Anderson was also done amazingly, both in in the writing and the portrayal of the character played by Olivia Thirlby (I absolutely loved her!)
The only downside of this movie was the villain, although the Ma-Ma character was ok and fit well into the Dredd Universe, I still would have liked a better villain, one that played opposite of Dredd, instead Ma-Ma is just a common thug turned drug lord which is nothing next to Dredd.

If you are not afraid of a bit of violence and blood on screen and are looking for a great movie to watch be sure to see Dredd.… Expand

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DarkWolf1991Sep 2, 2013

It's a action great film if you just want to get away from the word for a few hours, Anyone who felt disappointed with the Stallone's Dredd then you'll enjoy this without a doubt.

However I'm glad that I rented it rather then paying fullIt's a action great film if you just want to get away from the word for a few hours, Anyone who felt disappointed with the Stallone's Dredd then you'll enjoy this without a doubt.

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glypheyeSep 2, 2013

Violent and gorgeous. A pure, euphoric art-action movie. Someone made a comparison to Drive....and I thought Dredd was better than Drive. Far less pretentious. This movie isn't for everyone, obviously. If you are a gun-control spoutingViolent and gorgeous. A pure, euphoric art-action movie. Someone made a comparison to Drive....and I thought Dredd was better than Drive. Far less pretentious. This movie isn't for everyone, obviously. If you are a gun-control spouting hippy...or a bearded, chin-scratching, professorial sociologist...or anyone else who carries sentiments along these lines...i.e. if you are a Nancy, then you will not like this film. It was not made for you, so don't bother seeing it...or reviewing it. For the rest of us who can appreciate this genre without succumbing to the desire to become violent ourselves....bon appetite!… Expand

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itkirkAug 31, 2013

This movie is fantastic and don't understand all the hate it gets from reviewers. I was pleasantly surprised on how much I liked it because all the bad rap the first "judge Dredd" got, even though I haven't seen it. The story is actuallyThis movie is fantastic and don't understand all the hate it gets from reviewers. I was pleasantly surprised on how much I liked it because all the bad rap the first "judge Dredd" got, even though I haven't seen it. The story is actually very simple, which is a good thing in this case, and is not convoluted at all. It has one location in the story, again which is a good thing. I thought Karl Urban was great as Dredd and seemed to play a seasoned badass that showed his skills well. Some people think it's hard to cramn a multilayered story into an hour and a half, or even 2 hour, movie. This took a single layered story and spread it out to an hour and a half but filled it with entertainment with hardly a dull moment. Again this is a great film that should not be missed by action movie fans or fans of the comic.… Expand

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MaxNormalAug 30, 2013

Great film; it doesn't mess about. The plot is simple but well told and the production is really tight. In particular I loved the music score, I might actually buy the audio CD which I've never done for a film before. I saw Dredd in 3D and itGreat film; it doesn't mess about. The plot is simple but well told and the production is really tight. In particular I loved the music score, I might actually buy the audio CD which I've never done for a film before. I saw Dredd in 3D and it worked really well.

I doubt a sequel will happen but it would be amazing to see more of MegaCity1.… Expand

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PriceyPantsAug 28, 2013

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. so after hearing people say that this movie cant compare to Stallone's judge dredd i had to write this review. People who say judge dredd is better than dredd 3D are idiots they reckon that it is more like the comic books and that is total in Stallone's judge dredd they tried to add Rico dredd into the movie but he wasn't a cyborg like in the comics and he was on a prison on earth and then they tried to add the angel gang but made them cannibals. in dredd 3D they had Anderson who had her psychic ability's like in the comics it had the gore from the comics and he left his helmet on for the whole movie which is like the true judge dredd so all you idiots out there that like the Stallone version of judge dredd go and yourselves because that movie all over true dredd.… Expand

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Nesbitt10Aug 27, 2013

"Dredd" has nothing innovative to offer that is new or groundbreaking, but the fusion of familiar elements generates a smartly paced, suspenseful 90 minutes that's a vast improvement over the disastrous 1995 version starring Sylvester"Dredd" has nothing innovative to offer that is new or groundbreaking, but the fusion of familiar elements generates a smartly paced, suspenseful 90 minutes that's a vast improvement over the disastrous 1995 version starring Sylvester Stallone. It has the atmosphere of a shoot 'em up video game, and the only thing that's missing is the wireless controller. Heads splatter and bullets rip through body parts at a relentless and continuous pace. "Dredd" is superbly designed and delivered with relentless carnage from all angles, and even more so impressively utilizing 3D. The sprawling “Slo-Mo” sequences are equally impressive as well. At a time when most comic book adaptations try to be all things to all people, “Dredd” savagely entertains for those with the stomach for it, and more than satisfies its intended base audience.… Expand

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RandomRussianAug 25, 2013

Somehow lots of really great and original action films get underrated, and this one is not the exception. You see, if it would had been directed by Cameron or Nolan, it would have been praised by critics.

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SuperheroMoviesAug 14, 2013

With viciously graphic violence, a sometimes dark sense of humor, and great special effects, this is one comic book adaptation that pulls off its source material in exciting, adrenaline rushing fashion.

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Andys_ReviewsJul 28, 2013

Very well made with some excellent cinematography; particularly the depiction of the effects of the SLO-MO drug; I found this very effective (even in 2D). I liked that this film was much edgier with a much tougher, uncompromising Dredd. GreatVery well made with some excellent cinematography; particularly the depiction of the effects of the SLO-MO drug; I found this very effective (even in 2D). I liked that this film was much edgier with a much tougher, uncompromising Dredd. Great performances all round with Karl Urban, Olivia Thirlby and Lena Headey standing out. Dredd never takes his helmet off and this is much truer to the original comic books, another thing I liked about this one. The music was good without being outstanding; it complemented the picture pretty well with some nice themes here and there. On the down side, I guess the script could have done with a little more work and they never get the Judges bikes right. They still look like a standard bike with a big faring tacked on; I maybe expected better this time. Loved all the various weapons and tech though! Over all, I enjoyed this one; it didn’t fall into cliché too much and had a nice gritty edge to it. I doubt they’ll make a sequel, but if they do, I will be in line for a ticket.

SteelMonster’s verdict: RECOMMENDED

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5hassayJul 25, 2013

Never knew anything about Dredd before watching this move. I thought the cinematography was great. I thought the writing was pretty good. I enjoyed the story well enough. On that topic, though, it felt pretty simplistic, the story. But, thereNever knew anything about Dredd before watching this move. I thought the cinematography was great. I thought the writing was pretty good. I enjoyed the story well enough. On that topic, though, it felt pretty simplistic, the story. But, there was a lot of neat stuff alluded to as well. I enjoyed the actors and thought their performances were good. I enjoyed the music.… Expand

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manofthemoonJul 18, 2013

After the forgettable travesty that was Stallone's film in the 90s, finally Judge Dredd fans get the film they deserve. Well played by Urban, well directed, and beautifully shot, Dredd's only weakness is the villain. Fans wanted Judge Death,After the forgettable travesty that was Stallone's film in the 90s, finally Judge Dredd fans get the film they deserve. Well played by Urban, well directed, and beautifully shot, Dredd's only weakness is the villain. Fans wanted Judge Death, which would have been one of the sequels, but poor box office means this may not see the light of day. Violent and intended for an older audience, Dredd is a well executed action film and worthy of a watch.… Expand

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IOMDutchJul 6, 2013

Sometimes situations happen and you are required to either step up or step out.

Dredd is that primaeval part of the human condition that only knows how to step up... and blow a big freakin' hole in the problem. The story, on theSometimes situations happen and you are required to either step up or step out.

Dredd is that primaeval part of the human condition that only knows how to step up... and blow a big freakin' hole in the problem.

The story, on the surface, is a simple one but it took me until the following day to really realise 'Damn...that WAS a really great film'. The reason is because Dredd is so stripped down compared to todays CGI laden, $200mil blockbusters it caught me off guard. Films like this don't really get made anymore. The filmakers have taken what they had to work with and have done no more or less than they should. I would challenge anyone to pause the film anytime and not appreciate that any frame of this film could have been pulled from the pages of a 2000AD prog, such is the calibre of the cinematography. Dredd is a near perfect example of solid SFX together with great story telling without the painful spoon-feeding that happens far to often in modern cinema. It's an education in good film-making.

The character of Judge Dredd is refreshingly straightforward. The slight hint of a backstory presented to the audience when the character of Anderson is introduced is quite simply genius.

In todays society, people too often look for extra recognition for their endeavours. The 'Look at me, look at me' syndrome. Dredd, however, after overcoming a brilliantly deadly situation; his report to the Chief Judge is simple: "Drug bust...Perps were, uncooperative" A good lesson in the lost art of understatement.

!!!The Man in the Mask!!! Even Peter Weller got a good chunk of full face time in Robocop but with Dredd the studios needed an actor who was prepared to (quite rightly) cover the majority of their face for 100% of the film. Step up Karl Urban. The man was born to play this role. Dredd is not a muscle bound superhuman, just a bad ass with a badge. No voice, dialogue or down turned mouth has been so effective since Clint Eastwoods' 'Man with no name' from the Sergio Leone trilogy.

A sequel would be a lovely thought (Please bring back the same main actors) but with box office takings poor the chances are slim. Who knows though? This film stands up on it's own and a bigger budget sequel might be a poison chalice to what is a truly remarkable accomplishment.

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slipperyJun 30, 2013

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Forget for a second that the title character is the famous comic book character Judge Dredd. Ignore the low budget use of modern scenes and sets and vehicles. Ignore the ludicrous attempt to sci-fi up Dredd's motorcycle. All that is over in the first couple of minutes.

This plays out like an episode from a series a series I would LOVE to watch. A bad-ass veteran cop teams up with a psychic to investigate a routine homicide during what is essentially the rookie's final assessment test. Following a tip, they bust into the drug den of a local gang suspected of playing a role in the homicide. The gang then shuts down the building and tries to hunt the cops.

The good:
Good action. Good suspense. Good pacing. Some good surprises.

The bad:
At a critical moment, the psychic seems to forget she that her best weapon is her ability to get into people's minds. She could have defused a bad situation right there. OR, it could have been the plan all along to get her inside the gang's main defences without a fight, WHEREUPON she could unleash her mind control powers for some seriously interesting scenes NOT based on gunplay, AND we could avoid the whole damsel in distress routine.

Likewise, a certain perp was kept by the officers AFTER he had given them the information they wanted and AFTER (therefore) he'd outlived his usefulness to them. As one of the cops said earlier: he became a liability and they shouldn't have brought him along beyond that point.

I think the movie needed a stronger reason why this new drug is so much worse that other drugs. Sure, it's neat and all, but I don't get a real sense of peril out of knowing that this new drug is on the street when all it seems to do is alter one's perception.

Follow up that perception with homicidal psychosis, and then I'd be worried. Have the withdrawal be so bad that people go crazy trying to get money for their next hit, and then I'd be concerned. As it is, not so much.

That said: I'd have loved to see this become a TV series. I think it would be awesome to see this kind of drama every week.… Expand

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SylaxSYNJun 23, 2013

The movie's story is very simplistic in nature. However, it's an action flick with the sole purpose of showcasing the pure dominance of Dredd and Judges. Karl Urban was a perfect casting choice for Dredd, a far better portrayal than that ofThe movie's story is very simplistic in nature. However, it's an action flick with the sole purpose of showcasing the pure dominance of Dredd and Judges. Karl Urban was a perfect casting choice for Dredd, a far better portrayal than that of Stalone in the 1995 movie.… Expand

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Curtis2011Jun 14, 2013

This was a great movie. Anyone who likes action movies should love this. It has some of the same feel as the original Die Hard did. This is basically everything that a Judge Dredd movie should be.

If you like action movies, you owe it toThis was a great movie. Anyone who likes action movies should love this. It has some of the same feel as the original Die Hard did. This is basically everything that a Judge Dredd movie should be.

If you like action movies, you owe it to yourself to at least see this one once. I already consider it an instant classic and I definitely see it as something that will get a cult following as more people find out about it.… Expand

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TokyochuchuJun 8, 2013

Dredd was an absolutely fantastic slice of sci-fi action. It's been a long time since I enjoyed a movie as bloodthirsty as Dredd, but it really hit the spot. The barebones nature of the film really works to it's advantage here. There isn'tDredd was an absolutely fantastic slice of sci-fi action. It's been a long time since I enjoyed a movie as bloodthirsty as Dredd, but it really hit the spot. The barebones nature of the film really works to it's advantage here. There isn't much excess, just a grim, gritty slab of badass. Which keeps it pretty faithful to the origianal comic books.… Expand

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SketchyReviewsJun 5, 2013

I'm trying something a bit different to the other reviewers out there: a pithy review a doodle! I've got a few up so far, including one of the unfairly overlooked 'Dredd'. Check it out:I'm trying something a bit different to the other reviewers out there: a pithy review a doodle! I've got a few up so far, including one of the unfairly overlooked 'Dredd'. Check it out:

http://sketchy-reviews.blogspot.co.uk/2013/06/overlooked-gem-of-week-d redd-2012.html

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oblique15Jun 1, 2013

At the start of this movie I was disappointed and started to think it would be a horrible remake but it turned out to be pretty good. Dredd is as bad ass as he should be. I love how he keeps that helmet on. I love how they didn`t add noAt the start of this movie I was disappointed and started to think it would be a horrible remake but it turned out to be pretty good. Dredd is as bad ass as he should be. I love how he keeps that helmet on. I love how they didn`t add no comedy relief or romance crap like most other movies… Expand

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