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BoxleitnerAug 26, 2023

2012’s “Dredd” lacks the creativity and depth required to create a compelling villain or antagonist. This same flaw interferes with proper world-building. That, coupled with the “shot in home video” feel of the cinematography in this movie,2012’s “Dredd” lacks the creativity and depth required to create a compelling villain or antagonist. This same flaw interferes with proper world-building. That, coupled with the “shot in home video” feel of the cinematography in this movie, leaves “Dredd” unable to deliver a true science fiction, action thriller. The result is a rather mundane, and basic modern day crime drama; one that a “made for television” crew would have better delivered. Narrow corridors are the cheapest to film, and if I didn’t know better, I’d say this movie was made with little care for quality. More importantly, the pace of this film fails to keep its viewers’ attention; an issue whose roots lie in the lack of a compelling story and a poorly prepared plot. The magic behind the Dredd universe is chiefly its protagonist and his “Batman-esc” gadgets. The technology of Dredd’s era needs to be showcased against a foe with similarly matching power. Sadly, this production failed to consider letting “Slo-Mo” give its users superhuman reaction times. Without endearing, life threatening, or peculiar henchmen, this movie devolves into a lazy popcorn flick. In conclusion, “Dredd” is a lesson in the value of meaning in film: a production must offer the viewer a cathartic experience, or suffer the consequences at the box office.… Expand

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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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pulpfictMar 4, 2022

Yikes! After finally remembering this movie existed from my initial interest upon its release, I got the chance to watch Dredd. As a mindless action flick, it's good enough to sit through. It's moderately enjoyable from a cinematic point ofYikes! After finally remembering this movie existed from my initial interest upon its release, I got the chance to watch Dredd. As a mindless action flick, it's good enough to sit through. It's moderately enjoyable from a cinematic point of view. Great color grade, set-pieces, art design, for the most part. But, I'm happy I didn't waste the price of a movie ticket. Amazingly, this film even comes up on a couple top scifi movies of ALL TIME. Sometimes my fellow geek culture brethren severely disappoint me.… 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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Luka1998010Jul 1, 2020

Idk about this one....
Did not have the comic feel to me like Stallone`s 1995 big screen adaptation.
Sure, it was on a lower budget and CGI was not so evolved but that movie to me felt like a comic. The new one is just meh, average.

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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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TyranianJan 10, 2020

Strangely desperate to be PC but has some cool stuff and Urban does his best Dirty Harry.

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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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RobFeightJun 22, 2019

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Yikes! After finally remembering this movie existed from my initial interest upon its release, I got the chance to watch Dredd. As a mindless action flick, it's good enough to sit through. It's moderately enjoyable from a cinematicDreddful

Yikes! After finally remembering this movie existed from my initial interest upon its release, I got the chance to watch Dredd. As a mindless action flick, it's good enough to sit through. It's moderately enjoyable from a cinematic point of view. Great color grade, set-pieces, art design, for the most part. But, I'm happy I didn't waste the price of a movie ticket. Amazingly, this film even comes up on a couple top scifi movies of ALL TIME. Sometimes my fellow geek culture brethren severely disappoint me.

Where to start? First off, how did the Judges' helmets get past the director's approval? The funky red X design not only looks goofy, but isn't practical for a job where seeing your environment clearly and in its entirety is paramount to staying alive. The bottom of the X comes right in front of the mid to upper field of vision. When Dredd asks Anderson why she forgot her helmet she should have replied, Because I like to see where I'm going. Oh, and speaking on helmets. Anderson said she doesn't wear it because it prevents her from reading minds. So why was she able to read through Dredd's helmet? Actually, why was it necessary to have a mutant in the story at all? Seemed entirely out of place.

Then there's the fact that they cast Karl Urban, a well known actor, as Dredd but your average movie goer wouldn't have known, SINCE HE NEVER TOOK OFF HIS HELMET. This isn't the first movie to commit this ridiculous mistake. Man in the Iron Mask comes to mind. That stated, He did do a fairly excellent portrayal of Judge Dredd. Though, how insulting was it that we, the audience, were expected not to realize how ridiculous it was that when his gun was almost out of ammo, that Dredd didn't pick up a couple discarded weapons from the dead baddies? I mean come on, it was bad enough that writing oversight resulting in him being shot with an ARMOR PIERCING round in the guts and literally walking away two minutes later. That exit wound should have been the size of a softball. Yet, when Anderson gets shot with a regular bullet in the stomach she's down for ten minutes.

What else? Oh, the camera eyed albino computer hacker. Why did it look like he was going to start crying in ABSOLUTELY EVER SCENE HE WAS IN? It's like the director told him his inspiration was that his secret lover, Baxter the Hamster, had been ratnapped by robot cats and would only be returned if Electro Eyes went outside to catch some rays and get a tan.

The movie was also predictable. Call 911. Next scene four Judges walk up to the building. Hmmm, I wonder if they are bad guys? Let's ask the Peachtree Command guy. Will you testify to that? Yes. Bhoooosh!!! And, thud.

Lastly, though not the last flaw of the film, there's the whole slo mo drug cinematic effect. The movie should have been ten minutes shorter. Yeah, hey, we get it. The narcotic makes the user see sparkly faded rainbow colors at a thousand fps. Literally, there should have only been four or five uses of this effect. The first time the drug is demonstrated. The scene with the two teenagers buying a hit. When the three guys were skinned and tossed. And, of course when Mama met that same doom. Actually, four, yeah, it could have been done in four. But, definitely no more than five.

I typically refrain from expressing my dissatisfaction of a movie, but this one receives entirely too much praise for being such a stinker. It almost qualifies to be in the category of movies that are so bad, they're good.… Expand

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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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Aloxb3Jul 27, 2017

O diretor Pete Travis realmente resolveu se aventurar numa missão quase impossível. Dredd é um HQ que funciona, por causa da sua paleta de cores voltada pro cinza e pelos desenhos sensacionais (na minha opinião) do Brian Bolland. Levar umO diretor Pete Travis realmente resolveu se aventurar numa missão quase impossível. Dredd é um HQ que funciona, por causa da sua paleta de cores voltada pro cinza e pelos desenhos sensacionais (na minha opinião) do Brian Bolland. Levar um personagem que usa um capacete, deveras ridículo, para o cinema, sem ser cômico, sarcástico ou simplesmente machista é uma tarefa muito difícil, conquistada por todos os envolvidos nesse filme. O "porém" fica no enredo que é bem fraco e previsível. Se não fosse por isso, com certeza eu iria relevar os efeitos especiais (que graças a deus são poucos) capengas que tem nas cenas, principalmente, de ação. De fato é um filme bem melhor do que aquele com o Sylvester Stallone e essa é a minha opinião! Com certeza um fã de filmes de ação no estilo "Carga Explosiva", no minimo, vai gostar de assistir Dredd.… 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.

Karl Urban gets a lot of mileage out of a gravely voice and never seeing the bottom half of his face, as it should be.… Expand

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tethysdustNov 3, 2016

Gory sci-fi action movie, set in a bleak, overpopulated, post-apocalyptic future. Entertaining enough, but felt like the story could have been fleshed out more. For instance, the drug Slo-Mo seemed mostly to exist in order to give an excuseGory sci-fi action movie, set in a bleak, overpopulated, post-apocalyptic future. Entertaining enough, but felt like the story could have been fleshed out more. For instance, the drug Slo-Mo seemed mostly to exist in order to give an excuse for the film's many slow motion shots. The action setup reminded me a bit of The Raid (heroes locked in an apartment block with an entire gang against them), but Dredd leans more towards gore than action.… Expand

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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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CinemaphileJul 29, 2016

Imagine if Sam Peckinpah had directed Blade Runner. That's Dredd in a nutshell. Not bad, not great, not for the squeamish. I know, I know ... my review needs to be 150 characters long.

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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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EpicLadySpongeMay 7, 2016

Yikes! Dredd got away with an universal acclaim user score. That's a bit too much, don't you think? I tried to enjoy it too because Dredd got an user score it never deserved in the first place, but it never worked anyways. It's just plainly okay.

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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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Shadiac1985Sep 10, 2015

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. "Dredd" is your typical die-hard-type movie following multiple well-known cliches throughout the story. It features a guy who takes on a crime mob alongside his poorly-developed female sidekick/character, eventually hinting to the issues of corruption within his own structure, and a Hollywood ending. I mean, you can't be typical and stereotypes than that today. However, I won't say that I totally hated the movie. There were some quite enjoyable punchlines delivered by Dredd, whose reticence and sharp wit are somewhat vaguely reminiscent of Batman's. Plus the shooting of the action scenes was rather good. Overall, it's a one-night-stander in terms of cinema that you could watch when you're bored, have a laugh or two (graphic scenes warning!) and forget about completely the next morning.… 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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DontBeSaltyJan 22, 2015

Dredd stands out amongst it's other film adaptations as the least worst, an achievement equal to standing out as the least frequent public mastabator. The film is simple but enjoyable, abandoning any attempt at an engaging or involving plotDredd stands out amongst it's other film adaptations as the least worst, an achievement equal to standing out as the least frequent public mastabator. The film is simple but enjoyable, abandoning any attempt at an engaging or involving plot for a buffet of somewhat connected action sequences. Dialogue is completely superfluous and only helps the movie spell out what basic task Dredd is turn into an action scene next.

Characters are about videogame tier, you got Dredd who was told to scowl constantly to be more like the comic but instead looked **** stupid in real life, then you got attractive blonde rookie who's supposed to be a sympathetic female lead that acts like a normal human to contrast all the **** up junkie fodder for Dredd to murder and lastly you got the antagonist mama who just says stuff to characters that dont matter and then dies. So you got two characters that **** matter and one that could be replaced by post it note with "Kill Dredd, ps: not all at once"

Enjoyable for dumb action but lacking in soul and wit… 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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DumbCriticDec 9, 2014

I was pleasantly surprised by Dredd's ability to keep my attention throughout the entire film. A fun popcorn flick, Dredd presents a tense dystopian future with plenty of action at a decent and steady pace. Karl Urban is unable to bring theI was pleasantly surprised by Dredd's ability to keep my attention throughout the entire film. A fun popcorn flick, Dredd presents a tense dystopian future with plenty of action at a decent and steady pace. Karl Urban is unable to bring the magic and depth of his performance in Star Trek to Dredd, However I hold the writing at fault and not the acting. On the whole, an entertaining action experience.… 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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ydnar4Nov 23, 2014

This movie has some good action and good special effects but I didn't care for Karl Urban playing Judge Dredd. It would've been nice to see a more well known actor playing this hero. I liked the effects that they showed for people that wereThis movie has some good action and good special effects but I didn't care for Karl Urban playing Judge Dredd. It would've been nice to see a more well known actor playing this hero. I liked the effects that they showed for people that were on drugs. Dredd 2 is likely a possibility.… Expand

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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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SeyfiaOct 11, 2014

Great action movie. Not to see if violence and gore isn't your thing. However, the lack of scenario at all and some incoherences makes it a bit funny. Not to see in France for the voices are terrible.

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BigZOct 7, 2014

Having seen the Stallone Judge Dredd, I was curious to see what Karl Urban could do with it. And, well THANK YOU, KARL URBAN. Dredd has been resurrected and is far better than before. Everything about his character that is important andHaving seen the Stallone Judge Dredd, I was curious to see what Karl Urban could do with it. And, well THANK YOU, KARL URBAN. Dredd has been resurrected and is far better than before. Everything about his character that is important and relevant to the task at hand is addressed, no need to dig too deep, just watch him tear it up. It's a action dream for sure. However, I think it did overstep some boundaries at least with the gore and graphic scenes what seemed just overboard and plain unnecessary for a movie meant simply to entertain, what didn't tank this movie is that it didn't revel in that. Hard-nosed and brutal justice against criminals is the name of the game. Of which it delivers. With this portrayal, I think Judge Dredd has become a new favorite comic hero of mine. The rating is low due to the bloodiness that steps too far out and the feel of a sequel setup due to a very simple plot and small scale. But hey, i like it. Definitely not without its charm. Adult? Strong stomach? Action addict? Worth a watch.… 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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Wesleypipes77Mar 30, 2014

Apparently a fair amount of people liked this movie and I really wanted to like it myself. Something was missing for me though. It's a pretty derivative movie, bleak future, ultra violent, drugs, gangs etc.... and an anti hero. Done rightApparently a fair amount of people liked this movie and I really wanted to like it myself. Something was missing for me though. It's a pretty derivative movie, bleak future, ultra violent, drugs, gangs etc.... and an anti hero. Done right this can make for a great movie, done wrong can make for well .... this. Just another Hollywood over the top high on action, low on story time waster. I wouldn't say it's bad but it's just not that good.… 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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Dragon_FlyFeb 23, 2014

This is the first film that I have ever refused to watch; I would not continue to watch it after renting it from Blockbuster. I did not like this movie for it's romantization of: Drug Use, Rape and Gore. Humanity has to have a lineThis is the first film that I have ever refused to watch; I would not continue to watch it after renting it from Blockbuster. I did not like this movie for it's romantization of: Drug Use, Rape and Gore. Humanity has to have a line somewhere and this film crossed that line.… 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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Bruce722Sep 6, 2013

I have never read the comics so I can't judge Dredd from that perspective, no pun intended. I have seen the original film and now this one so I have judged both of them as stand alone movies. The original movie had a few main weaknesses and II have never read the comics so I can't judge Dredd from that perspective, no pun intended. I have seen the original film and now this one so I have judged both of them as stand alone movies. The original movie had a few main weaknesses and I thought this one addressed all of those. I thought the weaknesses of Stallone's Dredd were the lazy writing, the cheesy 1980's styling, and the numerous plot holes. Karl Urban's Dredd kept the high entertainment value, well done action sequences, and unique setting that is Mega-City One and with the corrected flaws, you would think it would be a much better movie. Not so much. While it lost the cheesy 1980's effects, it replaced them with possibly worse made-for-3D cinematic effects that do nothing for the movie and only drag out a not-so-interesting plot. The gore factor was also a bit high. While I am never one to have any issues with violence or anything, I thought this movie was overdone and felt unnecessary. An analogy would be profane language versus a little teenage boy who feels like he has to use profanity to look cool. I don't have a problem with profanity but when it feels forced, it's just stupid. The overly graphic nature of some of the scenes in this film are like that. They felt forced at times and took away from the movie. The plot is also very, VERY different from the original. Essentially they kept the setting and the protagonist and stripped everything else away and just expanded upon the initial sequence from the first film enough to make an entire movie out of it. While I think they did a good job with it, the oversimplified approach wasn't entirely engaging. Urban and Olivia Thirlby do a solid job as the main characters, though, and the film is entertaining so I'd still suggest checking it out if you get a chance.… Expand

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