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PeabarterJun 7, 2014

I liked this a lot. The story was well done and had me the edge of my seat when it wanted to and laughing when it wanted to. I thought Tom Cruise did a great job. I would have given it a 10 only if there was a little more battle variationI liked this a lot. The story was well done and had me the edge of my seat when it wanted to and laughing when it wanted to. I thought Tom Cruise did a great job. I would have given it a 10 only if there was a little more battle variation scenes. Cruise manages to get selected for these types of movies on a consistent basis. I could care less about his politics. He does a good job entertaining me in his movies.… Expand

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mooshuJun 9, 2014

I loved this movie. It was unexpectedly funny and the action moved the movie along at a fast pace which kept the audience from being bored. Emily blunt was a little out of character as a bad ass, but it still worked effectively. I reallyI loved this movie. It was unexpectedly funny and the action moved the movie along at a fast pace which kept the audience from being bored. Emily blunt was a little out of character as a bad ass, but it still worked effectively. I really liked the evolution of cruises character in the movie, going from reluctant fighter to hero. This was much more entertaining than Oblivion, and I liked the plot much more as well. Overall I think Edge Of Tomorrow is a great popcorn movie.… Expand

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RenrawrOct 11, 2014

I went into this film knowing nothing about the plot - so the whole time thing was a massive surprise and really made me enjoy the film a lot more - very enjoyable.

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Jack97May 5, 2016

Edge of Tomorrow exceeds low expectations with a very entertaining science-fiction action movie with great characters, great visual effects and a big sense of fun that didn't necessarily seem present in the trailers. There is a surprisingEdge of Tomorrow exceeds low expectations with a very entertaining science-fiction action movie with great characters, great visual effects and a big sense of fun that didn't necessarily seem present in the trailers. There is a surprising amount of humor here also which never detracts from the tone but instead contributes to the enjoyment of the whole thing.… Expand

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ViperspiderJun 6, 2014

One of the best movies I've seen all year, both myself (Sci-fi, action, war movie fan) and my girlfriend (not a Sci-fi or war movie fan) loved it. The only fault I could find is that the ending was a bit confusing, it left me wondering aboutOne of the best movies I've seen all year, both myself (Sci-fi, action, war movie fan) and my girlfriend (not a Sci-fi or war movie fan) loved it. The only fault I could find is that the ending was a bit confusing, it left me wondering about the logic of it as I left, but I'm sure a quick google search would help me make sense of it.… Expand

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Compi24Jun 8, 2014

A familiar film premise gets a magnificent sci-fi spin in "Edge Of Tomorrow," Doug Liman's brilliantly shot and immaculately performed film featuring an expertly crafted narrative and some skillfully placed hilarity.

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ToffenuffJun 30, 2014

Highly entertaining. A refreshing sci-fi action movie with a great and smart script and stellar acting from both Tom Cruise and Emily Blunt, who have great on-screen chemistry. Emily in particular looks absolutely fabulous (and I love herHighly entertaining. A refreshing sci-fi action movie with a great and smart script and stellar acting from both Tom Cruise and Emily Blunt, who have great on-screen chemistry. Emily in particular looks absolutely fabulous (and I love her character here) and I'm impressed at how quickly she got back into sexy and fit shape after giving birth only 4 months before the movie started shooting.

A delightful surprise and highly recommended!… Expand

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MeritCobaSep 7, 2015

I am no fan of Tom Cruise, especially when cast as a hero. He strikes me as a second hand car salesman; too slick to be true. I had therefore no problem to picture him as the protagonist in this movie: an officer charged with speaking to theI am no fan of Tom Cruise, especially when cast as a hero. He strikes me as a second hand car salesman; too slick to be true. I had therefore no problem to picture him as the protagonist in this movie: an officer charged with speaking to the media: lacking any combat-experience and intent on staying as far away from any combat zone as possible. When ordered to join the troops in what his superior deems to be a walk-in-the-park landing, Tom blackmails his commander to let him off the hook, which severely backfires on him, for he finds himself soon stripped of rank among the first to land with the reputation of being a deserter who pretended to be an officer to escape his duty.

The enemy are called mimics for reasons that are never explained in the movie. They resemble metal octopuses, who move at incredible speed, mostly underground. They are aliens and that is about all we learn about them and that is all we need to learn about them. It suffices that they are a deadly force hell-bent on wiping out humanity(some decades in the future, somebody will write a book about how these inhuman threats are a sign of the times, just like 70s and 80s had their disaster movies).
D-day quickly turns into a massacre as the aliens wipe out the human forces before they can gain a foothold. Tom dies too, but before he does, he manages to kill one of the rarest of mimics, and finds himself returned to life one day before the landing takes place. Baffled Tom goes through the same day and tries to intervene the course of action in a haphazard way. It doesn't matter that he does because everyone dies.. and he does to.
And then finds himself alive and back in time again.

And so it goes. With each cycle Tom gets better because he knows what will happen, but also has a lot of time to gain experience, but dies nevertheless again and again.
How does he get out of this predicament? He learns with each cycle and eventually he is aided by Emily Blunt, who has suffered from the same effects.
Up till this sounds like a corny predictable movie, but the script isn't as easy as you might think. The focus in this movie isn't on the humans vs aliens conflict, but on the interaction between Cruise and Blunt and their frantic efforts to turn the only advantage they have, foreknowledge, against the aliens. The key to their success is actually their ability to convince others that Tom possess that foreknowledge so that they help in the effort. And this is the hardest part.

The script avoids giving us insight into the alien thinking. The mimics are kept as far away from the camera as possible and we never get a good clear view of them. This is smart for any alien eventually gets boring when shown too often. An example is the landing, in which a lot of carnage happens before the aliens themselves actually show up.
The movie even throws us of the track by introducing a twist in the story that makes the aliens even more sinister. Perhaps everything has been planned beforehand?

Yet there are flaws in the movie, such as the way Tom ends up in the combat zone. And also the ending is a bit contrived and clearly written to give us a good feel. There is nothing against a movie with a good ending, but one that forced makes for a lesser ending.
Also one wonders why, having the possession of a flying craft at the start of the invasion, Tom and Blunt feel the need to have to get a car and a helicopter further land inward thus getting themselves killed time and again?

Personally I think that the movie is at its best when Cruise and Blunt are together and it might have been more stronger if more time was to the group of people who aid him so that their characters would have mattered if and when they died.
My learning points about this movie would be that some more time could have spent characterizing the people who eventually will aid Tom. Spend less time on the battles in the landing zone and the repeating scenes(which in themselves are shot in a way as to avoid boring repetition, which ought to be mentioned) and give more time to the final attack.

My ranking gives this a 7 out of 10. This needs an explanation: in it's genre this movie is a 9.. but since ranks are given not to genre or category they are given an overall score. In it's genre of action sci-fi it desevers something of a 9. Which means it is pretty good.… Expand

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GinaKJun 8, 2014

Forget Groundhog Day. For Science Fiction fans like me, this movie combines the best of Minority Report (finally another great performance by Tom Cruise) and Aliens. I thoroughly enjoyed it. Emily Blunt commanded attention (with guts andForget Groundhog Day. For Science Fiction fans like me, this movie combines the best of Minority Report (finally another great performance by Tom Cruise) and Aliens. I thoroughly enjoyed it. Emily Blunt commanded attention (with guts and dignity like Ripley), and the other characters were also idiosyncratic and fun. Two other big pluses – the movie had a great sense of humor and I had no problem following the complicated plot. This one may be a classic.… Expand

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CasteSep 20, 2014

A nive movie version for the manga 'All you need is kill'.
Cruise is quite convincing, Emlily is lovely and badass and this version of the mimics is better than the manga ones.
I recommend the movie, and the manga too!

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Rob7309Jun 9, 2014

This was just an awesome science fiction film. Everything felt so original and fresh with two great lead performances. I was hooked from the get go and left the theater completely satisfied.

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ViolettAug 14, 2015

My first thought was - oh my, this is Groundhog Day 2! But that was only first thought. This is dynamic action sci-fi movie with never-getting-old Tom Cruise. Reccomended to watch!

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tehaceNov 20, 2015

Im sorry I just wanted to chim in on the comment I have found in the review for this movie

"This is one of the dumbest movies I have ever seen in my entire life. If I am playing a video game and I am stuck and have to play the same partIm sorry I just wanted to chim in on the comment I have found in the review for this movie

"This is one of the dumbest movies I have ever seen in my entire life. If I am playing a video game and I am stuck and have to play the same part over and over it gets ANNOYING. To the point that either I beat it pretty quick or I quit playing the game because it ceases to be entertaining, or fun at that point. So if a movie was going to emulate that concept why the heck would I want to watch it."

I haven't seen such missed analogy in a long time, guess that's what come out of checkpoint generation. Now imagine for a second that the game is really hard and you have only ONE life, otherwise the game resets and you start everything all over again. You have to master the mechanics as your 'final' run needs to be flawless, guess that could count as an achievement but not by today's standards... it feels like whole hotline miami on one life.

As for the movie itself I liked the concept and although it seem basic it felt refreshing and intriguing at points. Really felt like the execution was really on point.… Expand

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PimpinpakmanJun 6, 2014

I def was not expecting much from this movie but with all the audience scores being high i figured i would give it a try. I am also glad i did. This is actually a really interesting sic fi movie that actually incorporates some humor here andI def was not expecting much from this movie but with all the audience scores being high i figured i would give it a try. I am also glad i did. This is actually a really interesting sic fi movie that actually incorporates some humor here and there as well. Tom did an excellent job of connecting with the viewer and action was abundant but not over done. I liked Emily Blunt in it as well and she did a good job. All in all it was a refreshing movie to watch and different from the latest action movies which mostly comprise of superheroes or sequels so i def recommend a watch but 3D doesn't add anything so you can easily skip the premium pricing.… Expand

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garma1975Jun 19, 2014

This movie was great fun. One of the best action films I've ever seen. Even though the plot is more action than story oriented (and that's a flaw for me) it's still exceptionally well made in every aspect, intriguing, exciting and even funnyThis movie was great fun. One of the best action films I've ever seen. Even though the plot is more action than story oriented (and that's a flaw for me) it's still exceptionally well made in every aspect, intriguing, exciting and even funny in the right way. Never stupid neither really predictable.… Expand

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Pazzo7Jun 6, 2014

This is the surprise of the summer movie season.Edge Of Tomorrow is a griping,witty,pure awesome action orchestra with great characters and great acting.Never fails to deliver something new and diverse when Tom Cruise's character,Cage,diesThis is the surprise of the summer movie season.Edge Of Tomorrow is a griping,witty,pure awesome action orchestra with great characters and great acting.Never fails to deliver something new and diverse when Tom Cruise's character,Cage,dies and has to relive the same day for more than a 100 times.Thats what made this movie so great.Tom Cruise has proven that he is still a great actor.Emily Blunt plays the badass Rita Vrataski and her chemistry with Cruise is so good.Doug Liman did a really good job here and I really respect him for making justice to the manga this movie is base off called "All you need is kill".I didnt expect such a good movie.Edge of Tomorrow is the reason why we go to the movies.Also the aliens are AWESOME.… Expand

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busbfranJun 6, 2014

Edge Of Tomorrow is a action packed adventure, that reinsurance us that Tom Cruise still has his groove. A very satisfying sci-fi, if not one of the best in recent years. Some really special acting and chemistry between the characters madeEdge Of Tomorrow is a action packed adventure, that reinsurance us that Tom Cruise still has his groove. A very satisfying sci-fi, if not one of the best in recent years. Some really special acting and chemistry between the characters made this all the better, not to mention the Stella warfare scenes. The story is gripping and emotional draining, You really feel an anxiety while watching this movie, consistently worried that he will lose his ability to re-live sequences. This makes the movie unbearable at time! in a good way. Very well directed, acted, all round movie. Worth your time!… Expand

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AlexanderLuthorOct 18, 2014

As an avid science fiction fan, I really enjoyed this film. Had the ending not been so deus ex machina, I would have given it a perfect ten. If you love sci fi, you'll love this movie.

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chepod8Jun 11, 2015

La mejor adaptación no oficial de Gears of War hasta la fecha, giros inesperados y más de mil formas de morir, parece en todo momento un videojuego de acción real.

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azco98Jun 23, 2014

Intelligent, fast-paced, funny, with impressive performances (specially Emily Blunt's) and exciting, well executed action scenes, Edge of Tomorrow proves that Hollywood can still make great action-sci-fi movies.

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bmaster4616Jun 22, 2014

Audiences need to go see this movies, because damn it was good. At first I thought it was just a action packed version of grounds hogs day, but this movie was more than that. It felt like a manga and this was welcoming. It also payed homageAudiences need to go see this movies, because damn it was good. At first I thought it was just a action packed version of grounds hogs day, but this movie was more than that. It felt like a manga and this was welcoming. It also payed homage to Japanese style comic books and shows. The best part of the movie is the acting from all the cast members. It really was a treat to watch all of the characters and getting to know them really well. There were plenty of plotholed and stuff that were quite dumb, but they're was so few that I just didn't care. Overall the movie was a rewarding flick that I believe is the best Tom Cruise scifi movie ever. 9.1… Expand

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sammurphy66Jul 14, 2014

Tom Cruise and Emily Blunt work brilliantly together in this smartly written, gripping sci-fi action flick sure to make most summer movie buffs orgasm.

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masterx1234Jul 3, 2014

This may very well be one of Tom Cruises best performances in a while. I was absolutely amazed at the cinematography in this movie, It was just action all the way through, The trailer for this movie is really deceiving making it seem like aThis may very well be one of Tom Cruises best performances in a while. I was absolutely amazed at the cinematography in this movie, It was just action all the way through, The trailer for this movie is really deceiving making it seem like a generic action film, But once i actually saw it i was awestruck. This is a must see movie, you do not want to miss this action packed epiness of a movie, Im not going to give any spoilers but all i can say is that everything in this movie will impress you, I really loved the mechanical suits they wear into combat, its like seeing a video game in real life. The CGI was top notch and id say it looks even better than what Michael Bay could pull off.… Expand

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SQG_SlasherJul 4, 2014

I thought that this would be your average cash-grab Hollywood Summer Blockbuster, but instead I was given an actually entertaining and gripping film which was thoroughly enjoyable.

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eagleeyevikingJun 6, 2014

A movie about a day being relived tens of times may seem boring, but honestly, the execution is fantastic. Tom Cruise, Emily Blunt and director Doug Liman delivers what a summer blockbuster spectacle should be: smart, thrilling, fun, and fullA movie about a day being relived tens of times may seem boring, but honestly, the execution is fantastic. Tom Cruise, Emily Blunt and director Doug Liman delivers what a summer blockbuster spectacle should be: smart, thrilling, fun, and full of explosions.… Expand

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AGarcia732Jun 7, 2014

These days, it's hard to make a profitable movie with blockbusters coming out every week. Movies have to fight at each other's throats to suceed. And that really ends up hurting everybody and creates opportunities perfect for a box officeThese days, it's hard to make a profitable movie with blockbusters coming out every week. Movies have to fight at each other's throats to suceed. And that really ends up hurting everybody and creates opportunities perfect for a box office bomb. This makes it hard for average moviegoers to pick what movie they should watch. Also, for amateur movie critics like myself, it's hard to keep up with all these releases. With Maleficent, X-Men DOFP, The Fault In Our Stars, Godzilla, TASM2, Blended, A Million Ways to Die in the West, Neighbors, and a few other films as competitors, I hope that this film will manage to succeed.

Original? Unique? The premise of someone being stuck in a time travel loop isn't really, as it's been done before in Hollywood (Groundhog Day!). However, this film still manages to be fun and entertaining with a familiar premise. For those who are now young, those new to movies, or those new to the Sci-Fi genre, this won't feel overdone because they likely haven't seen too many movies with time-loops. Those who are older, more experienced and seasoned, or who have seen many Sci-Fi films might feel that this movie doesn't offer much new stuff or tread any new ground. Some might fear the "Live, Die, Repeat" thing might become boring and tiresome after a while--but with different camera angles, time jumps, and slightly different dialogue each time it doesn't. The re-spawning sequences are often funny and entertaining. Many have been reminded of videogames with this movie because Cruise is like an inexperienced kid. Trial and error, luck, etc. He uses the same tactics most use in videogames to become a better and better soldier, or "weapon".

Tom Cruise usually stars as some skilled fighter, but here he is just a Propaganda, Media, PR guy. This new inexperienced character is a good one for Cruise to play. It's different than his usual roles. William Cage is just trying to convince the public that the UDF--United Defense Forces--will win the war. (Promoting something one personally has never experienced or doesn't know much about? Hmm, where have I heard that before?) He's never been in a day of combat, and is totally unprepared for the horrors and challenges of warfare. He dies, but wakes up again. And again. And again. He's gained the power to reset the day. William Cage (Tom Cruise's character) ends up teaming up with a woman known as Rita, the "Angel of Verdun" (Emily Blunt's character). Together, they attempt to defeat the Mimics (Earth's alien invaders) and stop the time loop. Here, Cruise is able to be comedic AND and a action-hero star. Emily Blunt is able to be a badass (hence her other nickname, the "Full Metal B*tch"). They work great together; the chemistry between the two is good. The cast is good (liked to see Bill Paxton!). Some think Rita could've maybe had more development, but to me her development was almost perfect.

The plot is nice and the CGI good. The designs for the Mimics was done good. The exoskeletons were well-designed, but for me a BIT too bulky in some areas. Compared to Elysium's suits? Honestly, I feel both exo-skeletons combined would be great. (But does that really matter? What matters is the movie itself). The locations for the film were nice, and weren't locations like Washington DC that have been destroyed too many times.

This proves Tom Cruise is still a great actor, as some seem to dislike him. Personally, I haven't seen too much of Tom Cruise but what I have seen is good. Thanks to this movie, Emily Blunt is now a name I will look for. Great film. I hope people will see it one way or another, because it's good. Some say the ending is weak, cliched, convenient, confusing, but I liked it. It didn't bother me and didn't hurt too bad my overall impression of the film.

The film isn't as dark as the name of the novel it was based on would suggest, "All You Need is Kill". The name "Edge of Tommorow" is more forgettable but because of the supposed negative buzz surrounding the word "Kill" in the title the name was changed. Oh well. The film was released on the anniversary of D-Day, and it certainly reminds me of D-Day with the war setting and the beach assault.

If you liked this review, please read my other ones and mark this review as helpful. I have also reviewed X-Men Days of Future Past, Godzilla, Blended, The Amazing Spider-Man 2, Jack Ryan: Shadow Recruit, The Lego Movie, and more. I also review TV shows and videogames. Remember, every vote counts!

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DonutMunJun 6, 2014

Just got done about an hour ago seeing this movie in Imax 3D. It's absolutely spectacular. I haven't seen a huge ammount of Tom Cruise movies but he nails his character in Edge Of Tomorrow.

When I saw the trailer for this movie it lookedJust got done about an hour ago seeing this movie in Imax 3D. It's absolutely spectacular. I haven't seen a huge ammount of Tom Cruise movies but he nails his character in Edge Of Tomorrow.

When I saw the trailer for this movie it looked like too much to throw into a movie. Luckily, the movie is nearly 2 hours long, so there is a lot of breathing room. The general premise of dying and waking up again over and over and over has been done in a handful of films but that doesn't mean this film doesn't introduce anything new. Throughout the movie you'll constantly be interested in the equipment the UDF military is using. You'll always be pondering in your head what something does and what you think it is doing. Especially since the main character has no idea how to operate the equipment, you'll sort of learn with him.

The movie is packed with action, a bit of mystery, alien genocidal threat, and a thriller premise without taking away from the very creative era of earth it is set in.

If there was one thing I could complain about it would be that sometimes the story at times felt a little far fetched and wasn't coherent in some nitpicky parts of the plot. But suspension of disbelief will get you there.… Expand

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mos11charlieJun 7, 2014

If exoskeletons and time manipulation are your thing, this movie is for you! And if they're not... well you'll probably still like it, anyway. I wasn't particularly satisfied with the ending, but the movie never felt boring and as a whole, IIf exoskeletons and time manipulation are your thing, this movie is for you! And if they're not... well you'll probably still like it, anyway. I wasn't particularly satisfied with the ending, but the movie never felt boring and as a whole, I enjoyed it very much. A welcome bi-product of the premise was the feeling that anything could happen to the main character at any time. Other movies often fail to deliver any real feeling of fear or surprise, given that you assume the main character will come out the other side with only a few scratches and bruises. But because the anchor of this story is repeatedly living a single day until he dies, the next fatal blow could be right around the corner. This film also provides some welcome realism in that our hero doesn't miraculously dodge every bullet or perform each maneuver perfectly the first time. I found that the filmmakers highlighted this very well and it provided some believability to an otherwise unbelievable story. At any rate, definitely worth my Saturday afternoon and money.… Expand

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brohugJun 10, 2014

Easily the best big ticket film of the summer so far. The idea of combining "Groundhog Day", "Aliens", and the Halo video game is both thrilling and funny. Once the D-day looping gets going, the audience becomes attuned to it and revels inEasily the best big ticket film of the summer so far. The idea of combining "Groundhog Day", "Aliens", and the Halo video game is both thrilling and funny. Once the D-day looping gets going, the audience becomes attuned to it and revels in Major Cage's Sisyphus-like efforts to advance the clock and defeat the Mimic hordes. The filmmakers keep that editing relatively tight, so we are never bored by a "oh, this part again" syndrome. In almost a tip of the cap to "Aliens", Bill Paxton appears as a Master Sergeant more than happy to send the alleged deserter Cage to his glorious doom, only later to have his Kentucky-bred drill squad speeches defused by the front-running Cage, who by then has literally heard it all before.

There are few deficiencies. Emily Blunt is less believable as a ruthless Amazon leading the assault on the French beaches, but is solid as a romantic heroine. And the J Squad members are fairly expendable, which is fine by me so that our emotional investment doesn't get too fragmented from the two leads.

Despite much of the craziness in Cruise's personal life, he's still arguably the foremost movie star of his time. His films typically deliver a high-quality product with a recent predilection to science fiction action tales. Last summer's "Oblivion" came up short in that particular department but he followed that up with the under-rated "Jack Reacher" last fall. There's a surprising amount of vulnerability on display here as well as a hilariously cowardly squirm to the beginning of his Mad Men-turned-soldier arc.

I think "Edge of Tomorrow" will live on with the original "Mission Impossible" and "Jerry Maguire" in the Cruise canon for some time to come.… Expand

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Whetsit_TuyaJun 17, 2014

Ignore Critic Reviews, they're all fueled by greed, fear and prejudice.
One of the top 3 best movies I've ever seen. When I saw the poster the movie looked strange to me, and I know a lot of people hate Tom Cruise for some reason, but he's aIgnore Critic Reviews, they're all fueled by greed, fear and prejudice.
One of the top 3 best movies I've ever seen. When I saw the poster the movie looked strange to me, and I know a lot of people hate Tom Cruise for some reason, but he's a great actor, I'm not big on his older movies but this one was completely organic. I don't know if it's just me but when I watched it again I fully understood what was happening, I noticed a lot of things I missed the first time, the movie is so meticulously written and it's one of those movies everyone has to see, it's up there with The Matrix and Dark Knight. The movie revolves around time travel, it's not vague like you often see in sci-fi where you don't really understand what's happening, it's simple like Groundhog Day, speaking of Groundhog Day this movie is very inspired by Groundhog Day. EoT will make you feel nostalgia, fear, joy, etc. I won't spoilerize anything, all I can say is that it's one of the best movies ever made, it's gritty, it's dark and they did a great job avoiding plot holes, something Days of Future Past was chalk-full of. Avoid the Angry Joe review, he spoils the **** out of every single thing he reviews, he always tells you what happens at the end which ruins the movie/game.

+ Gritty/Dark/Scary
+ Great acting
+ Great production
+ Great plot
- Not gory enough
- Action scenes are kind of hard to make out sometimes
- Music isn't great and memorable like Inception/Dark Knight/Matrix/etc. I always said that music makes a gargantuan difference in quality but this movie did just fine without it… Expand

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MagicManRAWJun 30, 2014

I am a critic of Tom Cruise not because he makes bad movies, it is because they feel like a formula and I am tired of his formula. This is not his typical formula film. He is getting a lot of bad reviews, but trust me, it is much betterI am a critic of Tom Cruise not because he makes bad movies, it is because they feel like a formula and I am tired of his formula. This is not his typical formula film. He is getting a lot of bad reviews, but trust me, it is much better than advertised. Very good story, very good cgi, very good characters. There is humor and action and some heart. What else do you need? It is also fairly original. Yes, it is a Ground Hog Day meets action movie, but that is original.

If you like action movies, this is a movie for you. Worth your $10 or $11 bucks for great entertainment.… Expand

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Voodoo123Apr 21, 2018

At its heart Edge of Tomorrow is an excellent sci fi action film. This cinematic roller-coaster is densely packed with details and touches that elevate the material and make it a modern day classic.

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B-RAXJul 1, 2014

Still too early in the wave of summer blockbusters to conclude which one will top the list for me, but I have to say, Edge Of Tomorrow washes ashore to claim the top spot, so far. It’s like Groundhog Day on crack, in a good way. The 113Still too early in the wave of summer blockbusters to conclude which one will top the list for me, but I have to say, Edge Of Tomorrow washes ashore to claim the top spot, so far. It’s like Groundhog Day on crack, in a good way. The 113 minutes runtime follows Tom Cruise and Emily Blunt as they try to figure out how to stop an alien race before they take over the world; sounds simple enough. Early in the film Tom Cruise gets infected by an alien, causing him to relive the same day over and over. This film was a refreshing take on Si-Fi action due to creative turns and clever character arcs. The editing was top-notch, the best of the year in my opinion. Camera work made you feel like you were in the action and complimented, really well, the editing and acting. Another thing this movie really nailed was the strong female role played by Emily Blunt, it’s the strongest female role I've seen this year. Don’t dismiss this film as being “just another human vs. aliens” movie, because it’s much more than that. The unique, time-reflecting transitions interjected throughout the whole movie, keep your focus. Quick, timely references to past experiences, rather than drawn-out flashbacks, really helped move this film along at a perfect pace. The only thing I can pick apart about this film is the cheesy unrealistic climax that seemed to take the easy way out. This annoyed me because the movie was perfect up until then. With a little more effort I felt like they could have made a better climax. Another thing this movie did really at was interjecting humor in all the right places. Overall I found this movie very entertaining and surprisingly clever. Edge Of Tomorrow is epic and if you get the chance definitely check it out on the big screen.… Expand

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jasharkowalskiJun 8, 2014

Tom Cruise is funny and very flexible with his acting finesses, sometimes it gets close to MI series....the plot is smart (funny!) and very likable once u get the point yet the only thing where producers could have been more original is theTom Cruise is funny and very flexible with his acting finesses, sometimes it gets close to MI series....the plot is smart (funny!) and very likable once u get the point yet the only thing where producers could have been more original is the look of bad guys....they were seen in Matrix but still they work well in the film....all in all, this is one of the better sci-fi and those 120 min just fly in IMAX screen… Expand

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theBJKJun 8, 2014

A really good movie, I have to say. When I went to the cinema, i was excpecting a nice science-fiction movie with aliens, weapons, explosions, wars etc. but this movie is better than this. The plot is REALLY cool and original, also if atA really good movie, I have to say. When I went to the cinema, i was excpecting a nice science-fiction movie with aliens, weapons, explosions, wars etc. but this movie is better than this. The plot is REALLY cool and original, also if at first it could seem like source code. And the aliens are awesome. Maybe not everyone will like the ending, but i did. Don't miss it.… Expand

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TheMetacritiqerJun 25, 2014

A valid criticism of the movie industry is that there are too many sequels. I agree with that notion which is why Edge of Tomorrow is so refreshing. It's a good thing that the filmmakers had the courage to make a movie based on a JapaneseA valid criticism of the movie industry is that there are too many sequels. I agree with that notion which is why Edge of Tomorrow is so refreshing. It's a good thing that the filmmakers had the courage to make a movie based on a Japanese graphic novel titled, "All You Need Is Kill". Edge of Tomorrow has explosive action, a smart plot, and emotion. The action scenes are the best I've seen in a while. Battles are punctured with huge explosions and heavy gunfire. They manage to be quite intense and fast paced. The alien enemies called Mimics are like the Lambent from Gears of War but without guns and more deadly. They manage to kill Cage(Tom Cruise) and Rita(Emily Blunt) savagely and different every time. They die...a lot but not permanently. The way he comes back to life reminds me of a video game. Every time he dies, he awakens earlier in the day before the battle. So essentially, Cage must relive that day until he finds a way to defeat the Mimics. The premise may not be entirely original because of Groundhogs Day but it's executed splendidly. Tom Cruse and Emily Blunt play their characters very well. Rita is a likable bad ass and Cage goes through a big metamorphosis. The journey they go through is memorable and there are moments with tangible emotion between them. Oh, and it was great seeing it in 3D. There were a couple of times I lurched back in my seat when a mimic would come flying out. With it's intense action scenes, great plot, and emotional moments, Edge of Tomorrow manages to be the best movie of the summer so far. I hope you see it.… Expand

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ImhonestJun 6, 2014

Funny and action badass ! If you like Sci-Fi this is a great remix of starship troopers + groundhog day !

I really love this movie ! There is some stupid things on the plot but nothig to worry about if you are looking for a great blockbuster.

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ProdionJun 16, 2014

Surprisingly clever and with less focus on the typical romance. A real tought provoker. Imagine an Inception-like movie combined with The Mission Impossible series. Definitely worth a watch!

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jbravoJun 8, 2014

I do not know why other people scored negative reviews on this movie...seriously...I don't know why some people said they don't understand the movie. What's so hard to understand about it? The whole direction and plot of the movie was veryI do not know why other people scored negative reviews on this movie...seriously...I don't know why some people said they don't understand the movie. What's so hard to understand about it? The whole direction and plot of the movie was very well conveyed throughout the movie!!! Edge of tomorrow is, in my opinion, Tom Cruise's best film since "Minority Report." By the way, if you were annoyed with the lack of action in the X-Men: Days of future past, then watch this action-filled-from-beginning-to-end film!!! Seriously....just watch it....don't Tom Cruise won't disappoint you in this one.… Expand

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juantonio86Jun 6, 2014

amazing movie, great plot, tom cruise does a decent acting job, Emily blunt not so much, the ending is a little fuzzy but in exception of it the movie deliver and exceed on its purpose I totally recommend it.

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IsolaniJul 11, 2014

The previews of this movie did it no justice. I had no interest in seeing it after seeing the trailers. I only went to see it because my sister wanted to see it, so I went with her. I ended up seeing it two more times after that because IThe previews of this movie did it no justice. I had no interest in seeing it after seeing the trailers. I only went to see it because my sister wanted to see it, so I went with her. I ended up seeing it two more times after that because I think it is the best sci-fi movie I have seen in the past couple years. The last sci-fi movie I really liked was Looper from a couple years ago. Dredd was good too. All the other big budget sci-fi has been rubbish the last couple years in my opinion (Elysium, Oblivion, etc).

Half of the few bad reviews I have seen for this movie say something stupid like "There isn't enough character development". Cruise is in a time loop, he is the only character that can really develop and he does...all the other players have no clue about anything, every time they meet Cruise, it is the first time they have ever met him even though he may have spent hundreds of days with them. The characters can't develop because they only exist for that one day.

There is no real romance between Cruise and Blunt because she is meeting him for the first time every day. It becomes obvious that he loves her, but she doesn't feel anything like that for him because she has only known him for a few hours. He has spent hundreds of days with her, but she doesn't remember any of it. Cruise keeps seeing her die over and over again on the Normandy beach, and there is a great scene only ~10 seconds long where you can see it is hurting him to see her keep dying like that. When she dies, he doesn't even try to win anymore, he just lets the aliens kill him so he can try again. He even tells her later that he doesn't want to go on and win if she dies because she will be dead forever then...of course, she won't remember that the next day, but he does.

I would give this movie a 10 if the end weren't so contrived and Hollywood. Basically a great movie with an ok ending imo.… Expand

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JimmybrazJun 6, 2014

loved this movie tom cruise back in the game properly and delivering the only down part of this movie is the chemistry between Emily and tom but with the script theirs only so much they could do. I recommend this movie to anyone who enjoys aloved this movie tom cruise back in the game properly and delivering the only down part of this movie is the chemistry between Emily and tom but with the script theirs only so much they could do. I recommend this movie to anyone who enjoys a good sci fi flick and is different from all the others on screen in last years.… Expand

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HealingToolbox1Jun 7, 2014

Bill Paxton is a revelation here! Doug Liman has done it again, taken a tired genre and re-invigorated it by using jui-jitsu on the premise and srcript. An excellent recent LaTimes interview with Doug describes his script and studio issuesBill Paxton is a revelation here! Doug Liman has done it again, taken a tired genre and re-invigorated it by using jui-jitsu on the premise and srcript. An excellent recent LaTimes interview with Doug describes his script and studio issues insightfully. Apparently he had to write a new third act and I think he's done brilliantly. Doug knows just the right balls to keep in the air and which to drop because we have been there, done that so many times before.

I liked Oblivion also, despite its useless title and this is more of the same in many respects, sci-fi film reimagined to do things impossible to do in sci-fi video games.… Expand

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MarZ_txJun 8, 2014

I found this movie to be surprisingly entertaining. The trailers do not do it justice and sadly could never fulfill that role. The movie is about repetition but is not repetitive. It has great moments of using that repetition for comedyI found this movie to be surprisingly entertaining. The trailers do not do it justice and sadly could never fulfill that role. The movie is about repetition but is not repetitive. It has great moments of using that repetition for comedy and also for suspense. What a great line this film walked to achieve this effect!

I found myself trying to figure out what I would do or say in those same situations and also worrying about what the characters were going to do once they were presented with the same information the audience had. This to me proves that this film never gets boring or predictable which might also mean that this is a very entertaining film and one to recommend to friends.

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kenny709394Jun 14, 2014

Love the story, love the acting, love the uniqueness!!! A must see! It is just not the same! Oblivion is disappointing but not this one! We had a great time!

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AlexmlJun 17, 2014

My friend advised me to watch this film. As for me - film is very interesting! And I recommend to see this film to everyone who like fantasy. But I think that in this film many recurrent episodes.

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MaglarendJun 16, 2014

Not the biggest Tom Cruise fan, but this was a really good movie. The mechanized exo-skeleton suits and the other future-tech was pretty sweet. Story was pretty good too. Oh, and the alien foes were refreshingly unique and fun to watch.

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barnz3000Jun 17, 2014

This is a great Sci Fi. The action is stunning, and it has a sense of humour as well. Aliens look ALIEN which was nice. Enjoyed it from begining to end, and so did my wife - who was really a bit dubious about the action flick thing, but iThis is a great Sci Fi. The action is stunning, and it has a sense of humour as well. Aliens look ALIEN which was nice. Enjoyed it from begining to end, and so did my wife - who was really a bit dubious about the action flick thing, but i dragged her along. Best movie I have seen in a long time.… Expand

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xhaosisJun 21, 2014

Original fresh, and in the Summer of 2014, what more can you ask for.. It has action, drama, comedy etc. Worth a matinee or date night. One of the few movies anymore that are good, and unpredictable.

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HenryvJun 20, 2014

This is my first review in Metacritic. Before watching this movie, I read the manga adaptation of the novel from where the movie was based on. I have an idea of what will happen during the story but they still have their differences.This is my first review in Metacritic. Before watching this movie, I read the manga adaptation of the novel from where the movie was based on. I have an idea of what will happen during the story but they still have their differences.

Different that the movie puts more humor in a kind of dark movie which is a plus; and, the movie put more perspective into the relationship between Cage (Tom Cruise), Rita (Blunt), and his crew members.

The action scenes were quite terrific. Reliving the experiences and going on another path gives the scenes freshness even though most of the battles are on the same geographical location. What were missing though are gigantic monsters to kill to give an epicness on the battlefield.

The effects and sounds were excellent. You would see how beautiful a plane crash would be and how loud a machine gun fires. What I like the most is the Power Suit or the armor worn by the soldiers during battle scenes. You'll feel the power it provides just by looking how the characters wear them alone.

The Character development of Cage is excellent. The psychology of war and death has made him more prepared for the next battle. Likewise, it also created a longing for peace inside him.

The story is somewhat of a cliche as alien versus human have been created since the dawn of film making. How we get to the end would be the best part of it. On the title page, you would notice the word Live.Die.Repeat. I won't spoil you much, but the words will heavily impact how you see things in the story.

Overall, this is an excellent movie and a recommended watch to those who like sci-fi, who are war enthusiasts, who like aliens versus humans, and avid video gamers. There are not much of a Twilight romance to be found in the story, but you would still see the relationship of Cage and Rita develop in an implicit kind of way.

I gave this movie 9/10. The ending of the movie is a "meh" for me. As I've said before, I've read the manga which is faithful to the novel this movie is based on. I liked the ending on the manga hence I deducted one point.… Expand

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RedFoxDeltaJun 22, 2014

This movie was a lot of fun to watch. It had some good humor, excellent action, and really made me sit at the edge of my seat. It was well- paced, and well- acted. The only problem I had with this movie was the cliched happy ending. Thus, 9/10

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douglasnotdougJun 23, 2014

Don't let Tom Cruise's reputation or the awful trailers fool you. The combination of fun action, compelling performances, good writing, fantastic directing and a plot that isn't afraid to take chances makes Edge of Tomorrow a blast.

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JohnnyScumbagJul 20, 2014

I saw the movie because my friend recommended it and the ratings were high. I wanted to see why the ratings were so high and I found out why. The movie is as solid as it comes in terms of an action movie. The movie was exciting to watch theI saw the movie because my friend recommended it and the ratings were high. I wanted to see why the ratings were so high and I found out why. The movie is as solid as it comes in terms of an action movie. The movie was exciting to watch the entire time and kept you interested. Comedy was included in the movie in a very subtle and cohesive way which didn't take away from the film's serious tone overall. I cannot find a fault with the film and that is what I'm usually looking for. Tom Cruise gives a very good action performance which isn't unusual at all given his long list of action roles which he executes great. Personal feelings put aside about the guy, he is the ideal action star in today's Hollywood. If you're looking for a story, find a drama. But as far as action films go; if you're a fan of the genre, this is most likely the best action film of the year pending completion of the year.… Expand

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AcrofiloJul 29, 2014

It is not fair that this movie is rated under 90. It is not a masterpiece in any way but it is entirely fun! That's what matters the most. Besides Emily Blunt is truly a treat. I didn't know her and I fell in love with her. She's so hot, andIt is not fair that this movie is rated under 90. It is not a masterpiece in any way but it is entirely fun! That's what matters the most. Besides Emily Blunt is truly a treat. I didn't know her and I fell in love with her. She's so hot, and smart and sexy.… Expand

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vikesh2206Nov 10, 2014

A movie about a day being relived tens of times may seem boring, but honestly, the execution is fantastic. Tom Cruise, Emily Blunt and director Doug Liman delivers what a summer blockbuster spectacle should be: smart, thrilling, fun, and fullA movie about a day being relived tens of times may seem boring, but honestly, the execution is fantastic. Tom Cruise, Emily Blunt and director Doug Liman delivers what a summer blockbuster spectacle should be: smart, thrilling, fun, and full of explosions.… Expand

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GekkoSoldier1Aug 4, 2014

I think this is the best movie Tom Cruise has made in my perspective very funny and awesome action. As everyone keeps saying based on a book I don't really care. Verdict Worth Watching.

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nilsyNov 26, 2017

Like many ive seen groundhog day long ago and liked it, yet were are the copycats? Fastforward hmmm is it 20+ years or so ... who knows. Anyhow tada! we are given edge of tomorrow which while stealing the whole basic idea of groundhog dayLike many ive seen groundhog day long ago and liked it, yet were are the copycats? Fastforward hmmm is it 20+ years or so ... who knows. Anyhow tada! we are given edge of tomorrow which while stealing the whole basic idea of groundhog day are as far away from that lighthearthed romantic comedy as you can get. Fast fun and entertaining and at the same time not at all dumb. Its the type of movie id suggest even to those that arnt to keen on scifi just since its so much fun… Expand

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horcrux2007Sep 2, 2014

I was surprised by how good this movie was. It moves at an incredibly fast pace from beginning to end, and it's very intense and action-packed without losing its humanity. The performances are great, and the special effects look amazing. TheI was surprised by how good this movie was. It moves at an incredibly fast pace from beginning to end, and it's very intense and action-packed without losing its humanity. The performances are great, and the special effects look amazing. The plot might be contrived at points, but "Edge of Tomorrow" is a very smart and entertaining action film.… Expand

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LiveDieRepeatSep 12, 2014

Powerful performance by the lead actors, Tom Cruise delights us once again as he exposes his entire repertoire. Emily Blunt as the no-nonsense Rita Vrataski probably in my eyes delivers one of the best performances of a career that shows morePowerful performance by the lead actors, Tom Cruise delights us once again as he exposes his entire repertoire. Emily Blunt as the no-nonsense Rita Vrataski probably in my eyes delivers one of the best performances of a career that shows more potentiality with each passing day. The direction, editing , cinematography were also well synchronized making them bolster the quality of the movie, to make it a wonderful unmissable thriller for the summer

P.S. Cannot wait for the thing to turn into a franchise-a complete adaptation from the light novel.
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mindzooSep 22, 2014

This film was a blast.
Doug Liman has directed some first rate films in the past, including Bourne Identity and even Swingers, and you can clearly see his craft in this movie.
The premise made me want to watch it off the bat, and I'm veryThis film was a blast.
Doug Liman has directed some first rate films in the past, including Bourne Identity and even Swingers, and you can clearly see his craft in this movie.
The premise made me want to watch it off the bat, and I'm very glad I did.
To put it extremely simplistically, think Groundhog's Day with an alien invasion, Tom Cruise and Emily Blunt, along with Bay level explosions and a good sense of humour.
Of course it's much more than that. Brilliantly edited, great visuals and a fast paced plot, with Tom Cruise once again reminding us that whatever you think about him, the man belongs on screen.
Will definitely be watching this one again.… Expand

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TheFilmFanaticNov 2, 2014

Edge of Tomorrow is a clever and fast-paced sci-fi filled with a blend of gritty action and dark humour. The leads of Cruise and Blunt do a phenomenal job with great chemistry between them. I would have preferred if one of the earlier draftsEdge of Tomorrow is a clever and fast-paced sci-fi filled with a blend of gritty action and dark humour. The leads of Cruise and Blunt do a phenomenal job with great chemistry between them. I would have preferred if one of the earlier drafts was used as the darker tones really helped increase the intensity of this chaotic dystopia of a world that humanity is trying to salvage. However it certainly was one of the most intelligent and entertaining sci-fis of the summer.… Expand

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Movi3R3vi3werNov 27, 2014

One of the best, original and engaging science fiction movies put out in years. I loved every second of Edge of Tomorrow and this proves that Tom Cruise can still hold his own as an actor with Emily Blunt giving excellent supportingOne of the best, original and engaging science fiction movies put out in years. I loved every second of Edge of Tomorrow and this proves that Tom Cruise can still hold his own as an actor with Emily Blunt giving excellent supporting performance. While the ending had me wondering, I still loved this movie.… Expand

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deathmachineptMay 29, 2016

Simple story kinda of cliché but with interesting twists as the way is told it uses the main feature from groundhog day which makes the story so but deeper and interesting, the progression, the jokes and the tom cruise charm brings to theSimple story kinda of cliché but with interesting twists as the way is told it uses the main feature from groundhog day which makes the story so but deeper and interesting, the progression, the jokes and the tom cruise charm brings to the character is really good, the visuals and great and there is a nice blend between CGI and SFX!

9/10 I want more of this.… Expand

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WheelzFourReelzDec 29, 2014

The fact that this movie bombed at the box office saddens me. Edge of Tomorrow is a fantastic sci-fi comedy with some really exciting action and some hilarious moments. It takes a been-done premise and makes it seem new. Please watch thisThe fact that this movie bombed at the box office saddens me. Edge of Tomorrow is a fantastic sci-fi comedy with some really exciting action and some hilarious moments. It takes a been-done premise and makes it seem new. Please watch this movie. It's so good.… Expand

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FwimVJun 9, 2015

An amazing movie that had me from the beginning. Tom Cruises performance was amazing and a great reminder that great movie and actor combinations still exist. This undeniably hit the nail right on the head.
LOVED IT!!

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SirDimitris27Oct 21, 2015

This is the second best movie of Tom Cruise's Filmography Career after Vanilla Sky. It is actually almost as good as Vanilla Sky but as an Action Sci-Fi movie instead of Romantic Drama. I liked the concept. I have not read the manga so IThis is the second best movie of Tom Cruise's Filmography Career after Vanilla Sky. It is actually almost as good as Vanilla Sky but as an Action Sci-Fi movie instead of Romantic Drama. I liked the concept. I have not read the manga so I cannot make any comparison of how they transitioned the manga into the movie. The ending of the movie suggest there will be a sequel and I hope it will be as bad-ass as the first installment. If no sequel is on the reworks then this movie is one of the most awesome Sci-Fi movies of 2015! I loved it. I watched it at the Cinema and watched once more at a friend's house. It is not as dull or repetitive as the trailer suggests it would be. The trailer in this case makes the movie seem worse than what it is. A great movie you should put on your must watch soon list. 9/10 from me. PS: Tom Cruise shows emotions in this movie like he did in Vanilla Sky.… Expand

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vancityboyNov 18, 2015

I was hesitant about a repeating storyline, but this movie executes it perfectly. This movie was a lot of fun and worth buying on blu-ray. It is a thrill ride from start to finish and the aliens are original and exciting. Tom Cruise is veryI was hesitant about a repeating storyline, but this movie executes it perfectly. This movie was a lot of fun and worth buying on blu-ray. It is a thrill ride from start to finish and the aliens are original and exciting. Tom Cruise is very generic in most movies, but this is one of his better ones. Great movie and enjoyed every minute of it.… Expand

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KunstiMay 14, 2016

This movie is one of the biggest surprises of the last years and definitely not just "another Tom Cruise movie". Emily Blunt also gives a notable performance. "Edge of Tomorrow" is one of the best sci-fi hits of the 2010s.

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MonkiReviewsJul 29, 2017

A truly great movie. The acting was the best they could have picked, in my opinion at least. The story was very unique, it is a mix of action, comedy, and a lot more. It is worth a watch.

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JPKJul 2, 2019

Extremely Enjoyable
Edge Of Tomorrow is underrated, hilarious, clever, deep, and beautiful in visuals.

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ty92Feb 15, 2020

This movie is underrated. It made my top ten movies of the last decade. It is such a great watch. Everyone should see this one.

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merijnjFeb 21, 2018

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Such an excellent movie! Loved the Live Die Repeat concept. I know, I know this has been done by other movies but Edge Of Tomorrow does it very well.

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0326990qdiun123Jun 28, 2018

very entertaining movie with great storyline. Also, I love Emily Blunt !!!!

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ErikTheCriticSep 29, 2018

"Edge of Tomorrow" proves that Tom Cruise still has it in him and that he still manages to deliver what is needed in an action blockbuster. Astonishingly, this is a very stylish, clever and gripping sci-fi thriller.

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DarkwingSchmuckMar 8, 2022

Based on the Japanese light novel, All You Need Is Kill, Edge of Tomorrow is more-or-less "Groundhog Day meets Aliens" in one of the most clever and thrilling action sci-fi movies in a long time.

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LamontRaymondJun 6, 2014

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I enjoyed it MUCH more than I thought that I would have. It really is the sci-fi-action version of Groundhog Day and Bill & Ted's Bogus Journey. But it has a heart, and the aliens are not TOO annoying. (Why does every movie this summer - see X-Men - have to have creatures that look like the Sentinels from The Matrix?) Certainly recommended fare. I had a smile on my face for most of the film, which is a good sign in my book!… Expand

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Forrestgump1Jul 31, 2014

Back in December when I went to a screening of "The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug" I was intrigued when the first trailer advertised was "Edge of Tomorrow". The first thing that sparked my interest was to see the film opening in the heat ofBack in December when I went to a screening of "The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug" I was intrigued when the first trailer advertised was "Edge of Tomorrow". The first thing that sparked my interest was to see the film opening in the heat of summer, and NOT being a sequel of some sorts and reboot.
Secondly, Tom Cruise and the odd ball pairing of Emily Blunt. And Thirdly, Director Doug Liman. After months of speculation, leading up to the film's initial release, I was worrisome. How can an original Sci-Fi open up in the midst of the summer movie going season and stand its own?. Granted, two years ago we had "Prometheus" but that was more a prequel than "original". Anyhow, "Edge Of Tomorrow" adversely sets itself apart from other big budget spectacles this year. You would never think that the whole "Groundhog Day" meets "Independence Day" angle would ever work. But it does.

Tom Cruise is kind of in his typical wheelhouse, not playing the big budget action hero he is stereotyped as. Which also gives the movie some added credibility. Aside from him, Emily Blunt evenly matches her co-star, and actually is impressive to watch on screen together. The story is set in the backdrop, where humans have been at war for five years against an alien menace, called Mimics. The NATO militaries have created an ultimatum to fight the ongoing invasion, there called Jackets. Which are an exoskeleton body armor suit which are equipped to the bone with heavy aliterlary. Cruise plays Major William Cage. a fidgety, egotistical and plan marketing expert whose sole job is to ensure the public enlist in the on going fight.

Then there is Rita Vratarski (Blunt) more like a channeling "Rosie The Riveter" of this generation. Rita and Cage unlikely cross paths in the midst of battle, where Cage has gained accessed to a supernatural ability or "time loop", whereas every time he is killed, the day prior starts over or "resets". The two must form a bond, and live to fight each day and harvest the power of the Mimics in order to ensure humanity's survival.

Some, actually most, will likely argue that the action scenes, creature design and so forth are the films greatest strengths. I attest to those attributes, but I genuinely feel the film's greatest strengths lies within the screenplay, and the performance of Tom Cruise. In the beginning were susceptible, thinking Cruise is likely playing his normal "Top Gun" or "Mission Impossible" persona, however, this is never the case. The growth of Cruise's character, William Cage is worth the price of admission alone. I love how the audience goes from knowing a skirmish guy that has to ask constantly "Where is the safety?" to the end, where he is busting loads of bullets into alien sc*m, the only way he sees fit. It's honestly quite impressive.

Emily Blunt is fun also, while not being able to take her seriously maybe a tad hard, but her persona was perfect, and she's not your normal leading lady. Instead, she evenly pits herself against the big guns (no pun intended) and swings with full blast. Another greater strength to this film, is that it balances it's comic relief with stylized sci-fi sequences that feels like a breath of fresh air. From the over intoxication of deaths on screen, nobody could ever tell you they don't enjoy a laugh or two.

Of course, with the strengths comes the weaknesses. Where most film's problems is the pacing, "Edge Of Tomorrow" kind of suffers from lack thereof. Essentially, every five minutes the film is basically set in a spiral motion, and then bam, the whole relive every day plot sinks in, and becomes tasteless after a while. This never distracted from my overall enjoyment. I can say, however, I was a little fatigue with where things ended up. Including a satisfying conclusion, that was a tad rushed, and won't leave you feeling cheated. (Even though the ending, for lack of some better words, COULD have been better).

At the end of the day, weather your sci-fi geek, Tom Cruise extraordinaire, or any of the above. Doug Liman's "Edge Of Tomorrow" has a little something from everyone. And if you have the option .. it looks and sound's stunning in IMAX 3D

B+

By: Nate Adams

Directed By: Doug Liman
Rated: PG13
RunTime: 106 mins
Release Date: June 6th 2014
Studio: Warner Bros.

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GenuineOpinionJun 22, 2014

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I was pleasantly surprised by this movie. A few things felt a little bit contrived, (like going back in time to a very specific point in time every time you die, gee, that sure was convenient). But overall, it was a solid action flick with some comedy mixed in.… Expand

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adhamhanySep 27, 2014

Unexpectedly riveting, funny, and smart. The story isn't quite original, but it mashes many ideas from other movies well together (Groundhog Day, Pacific Rim).

The acting is pretty good, for an action flick as well as generally speaking.Unexpectedly riveting, funny, and smart. The story isn't quite original, but it mashes many ideas from other movies well together (Groundhog Day, Pacific Rim).

The acting is pretty good, for an action flick as well as generally speaking. It was very refreshing to see Tom Cruise getting scared and ass-kicked, instead of being that unstoppable force he always plays in this genre. Emily Blunt was just as good as Cruise; I might even say that she was the true star of the film.

The action scenes are entertaining, the special effects are great, and above all, the editing. They cleverly took the concept of repeated days, and crafted some very gripping and funny moments of it.

I now regret not seeing this when it was in theater. Having watched it now, I think I like it more than X-Men: Days of Future Past and Dawn of the Planet of the Apes (as far summer movies are concerned). I believe I like this just as much as I enjoyed Guardians of the Galaxy.… Expand

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TheQuietGamerNov 25, 2014

After last year's "Oblivion" I was left thinking that the last thing the world needed was another Tom Cruise sci-fi movie. Needless to say I wasn't excited to see this, but I am so glad I did. Excellent action, plenty of humor, and a greatAfter last year's "Oblivion" I was left thinking that the last thing the world needed was another Tom Cruise sci-fi movie. Needless to say I wasn't excited to see this, but I am so glad I did. Excellent action, plenty of humor, and a great story and characters take this one over the top. It proves that sci-fi isn't dead.

Watching the same day play out over and over again does lead to some repeated scenes, some of which aren't accompanied by the films sense of humorous deja vu jokes, but overall this is one of the best films of the year. I had an absolute blast watching it and I highly recommend it. My total score is an 8.5/10.… Expand

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TokyochuchuJul 6, 2014

Edge of Tomorrow kicks butt. Serious, serious butt. From start to finish, the movie is gloriously stupid, action packed thrill ride. Plus it's gaming related connections makes this a real 'must watch' for all the gamers out there. BasicallyEdge of Tomorrow kicks butt. Serious, serious butt. From start to finish, the movie is gloriously stupid, action packed thrill ride. Plus it's gaming related connections makes this a real 'must watch' for all the gamers out there. Basically speaking, Edge of Tomorrow plastered a mile wide grin to my face. The only downside; the film's Japanese title (and the title of the manga it's based on) 'All You Need is Kill' is way cooler than 'Edge of Tomorrow'.… Expand

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lordslayerJun 29, 2014

"Smart, unpredictable, expertly designed, shot and edited, well acted and boasting impressive special effects, "Edge of Tomorrow" is science fiction and the summer blockbuster done right."

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drlowdonOct 17, 2016

The initial set-up is a little awkward and, as with any story involving time-travel, you just have to go along with things at times but Edge of Tomorrow is an entertaining movie. Tom Cruise does what Tom Cruise does, including plenty ofThe initial set-up is a little awkward and, as with any story involving time-travel, you just have to go along with things at times but Edge of Tomorrow is an entertaining movie. Tom Cruise does what Tom Cruise does, including plenty of 'action man' running, and Emily Blunt proves a more than capable match in the role as co-lead. The action scenes are well shot and there is even a bit of dark humour thrown into the mix.

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HellionJun 26, 2014

There is something really satisfying watching a science fiction movie with Tom Cruise. Cruise just pulls it off. He reminds me of Charlton Heston back in the 60s/70s who did a string of science fiction movies like Soylent Green, Omega Man andThere is something really satisfying watching a science fiction movie with Tom Cruise. Cruise just pulls it off. He reminds me of Charlton Heston back in the 60s/70s who did a string of science fiction movies like Soylent Green, Omega Man and the classic Planet of the Apes. One hit after another. Starting with Minority Report, to War of the Worlds, Oblivion and now Edge of Tomorrow. Cruise just does it cool. It's like what the Interview with a Vampire director said: Cruise has a way of centering your attention at the screen. The special effects were terrific, sound design, and pacing. Blunt was great as well as Paxton. A few gripes I gotta mention though. First the story isn't original by any means. It also lacks substance and suffers because of the length of the movie. I expected more once Cruise and Blunt made it to France to find the Dam. The supporting actors were just too cheesy as well. Shouting military one liners we have all heard a million times. All that aside definitely a great watch for a slow evening on a weekend.… Expand

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MySyntonyJun 15, 2014

“Edge of Tomorrow” is a fast paced science fiction movie and Emily Blunt is really kick ass. Cruise as all other casts did a great performance. All costumes and FX effects where just state of the art.

I listened to the original novel by“Edge of Tomorrow” is a fast paced science fiction movie and Emily Blunt is really kick ass. Cruise as all other casts did a great performance. All costumes and FX effects where just state of the art.

I listened to the original novel by Hiroshi Sakurazaka and it really hooked me fast. The storytelling in the movie was different from the book. But both are very sharp and really keeps up a frantic pace through it all. However, the description of fear of war, the relationship between the main characters and the gripping ending was inimitable in the book or original for me.

Last but not least the awesome trailer soundtrack "This Is Not the End" by Fieldwork was totally skipped in the movie soundtrack? I really missed it as part of the movie or at least at the end of it.… Expand

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DukeJonAug 11, 2014

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Tom Cruise puts in a strong performance in this smart action thriller. The beach attack scene is very reminiscent of Saving Private Ryan. Very chaotic and gory at times, and the mimic aliens are genuinely original and scary. Whenever they're on screen you feel a palpable sense of threat. The only downside is the ending, which I felt was a bit lame. If the mimics are so intelligent and deadly and are able to control time then how come their most important position was so easily infiltrated? Overall still a great film.… Expand

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grandpajoe6191Aug 19, 2015

"Edge of Tomorrow" manages to shrug off the usual hollywood summer movie formula to surprisingly emerge as a refreshing and eye-catching (in some scenes, humorous) action film with a captivating storyline and great acting from Tom Cruise and"Edge of Tomorrow" manages to shrug off the usual hollywood summer movie formula to surprisingly emerge as a refreshing and eye-catching (in some scenes, humorous) action film with a captivating storyline and great acting from Tom Cruise and Emily Blunt.… Expand

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jlplattenJun 9, 2014

This is a very solid movie. At one point, I was debating on giving it a 9. After many disappointing films this year, I would say this is easily the second best film of the year behind Captain America: Winter Soldier. The only reason this filmThis is a very solid movie. At one point, I was debating on giving it a 9. After many disappointing films this year, I would say this is easily the second best film of the year behind Captain America: Winter Soldier. The only reason this film doesn't get a perfect 10 is because some of the acting from the soldiers were poor, and the beginning and ending made no sense to me. Other than that, everything is top-notch! I loved how the movie was directed and written. I had to keep on guessing on when Tom Cruise's character was experiencing a scene for the first or the 100th time. Also, there was good humor in the film that had great timing and placed well in the story. I also really liked the design of the alien race. Those are some scary cool looking creatures that I would never want to meet. I would say that this film was on par with Minority Report, if you want to compare it with other Tom Cruise action films.

*BEGIN SPOILERS* Just because I want to mention the things that make no sense. The beginning. I don't clearly understand the general's motivations on sending Tom Cruise to the front lines of the war. Tom Cruise is pretty much the media spoke's person for the military, in which they're promoting their new infantry battle suits. At the beginning, you see Cruise's character getting interviewed and leading ads to say that anyone could wear one and pretty much kill tons of alien bad guys. Ok, so the general wants to send every abled body at the alien race, and he knows there's going to be a ton of casualties, which he will most likely be blamed for... so his plan is to order Tom Cruise to lead the charge, who has no combat experience. By doing this, Cruise will be blamed for the battle? That's doesn't make sense. If the general wants to make Cruise the bad guy, don't make him a martyr. He's already the poster child for the military. If he convinces millions to volunteer and fight the alien race through the media, then he's already going to be the first that's scrutinized... it is he who's saying the human race is unbeatable with his infantry suits. Next, if Cruise is so famous, how come no one recognizes him at the military base where they're prepping for the battle? The general ships him off to this base with his identity removed and a new rank of private. So naturally when Cruise explains to everyone there's been a mistake on who he is, no one believes him? Everyone and their mom's should recognize him... has the whole military been living under a rock? Do they not have TV or internet at military bases in the future? Anyways, once this confusing beginning is used to explain how Tom Cruise gets into this bad situation, the meat of the movie begins. From here on out, everything is fantastic! Cruise gets killed during the battle, but not before soaking in some alien blood that lets him reset to the day before the battle in which he dies. I was ready to give this film a 9 until the last 10 minutes happened. The film makers refused to let Cruise die at the end when finally defeating the main creature that's controlling the whole alien race. Basically, Cruise loses his ability to reset at one point, so at that point his choices become more crucial when it comes to surviving. This was great, because we needed to increase the stakes for our hero. Otherwise, the audience wouldn't care if he dies again. At the end, he blows up the main alien, but dies in the process. But as he's dieing, he soaks in some more alien blood to reset the day again... OK... so he wakes up prior to the battle ever happening (which is before he blows up the main alien) and everyone is celebrating that they killed the main creature which controls all the aliens. Uhhh... this makes absolutely no sense. If he reset to before he blew up the main alien, shouldn't he have to do it again? I guess they couldn't make this movie 3 hours long. Anyways, they shoehorn a happy ending in so Cruise lives rather than being an actual martyr... so he gets the girl at the end, which is suppose to be cute, because it was like they never met, based on the time he reset to one last time. Thank you Hollywood! *END SPOILERS*

Note: Did anyone else get annoyed by watching Emily Blunt do a seductive upward-dog yoga pose 4 times? It's like they wanted to take the most awkward shot in the whole film, and torture the audience with it over and over again.… Expand

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adamwhaJul 7, 2014

A highly recommended film for sci-fi and action fans, Edge of Tomorrow starts and repeats with viewers learning and making sense of things at the same pace as William Cage (well played by Cruise). Blunt plays Rita Vrataski, the enthralling,A highly recommended film for sci-fi and action fans, Edge of Tomorrow starts and repeats with viewers learning and making sense of things at the same pace as William Cage (well played by Cruise). Blunt plays Rita Vrataski, the enthralling, gorgeous exo-suited angel of death, and offers a good reason, for those on the edge of decision, to see this movie. The film takes a look at the idea of (near) infinite chances to overcome the impossible, and dives into the tedium of repetition required to turn a severe disadvantage around. This theme of repetition; however, may leave viewers, who aren't craving more augmented action, wishing Cage's self-termination would be permanent. The suit technology is a compelling blend of near-future military prototypes (that makes reference to real-life technology in the works) that avoids being over the top. Superb sound and visual effects keep things chaotic, but believable, as Cage and Vrataski drop into an endless hell.

Edge of Tomorrow is entertaining summer flick that will leave you catching your breath in satisfaction.… Expand

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quincytheodoreJun 6, 2014

It's been a long time since Tom Cruise plays the role of a rookie, after Mission: Impossible and Jack Reacher, it's acceptable that he's uber awesome from the start, and it's been even longer since Hollywood produces a great adaptation ofIt's been a long time since Tom Cruise plays the role of a rookie, after Mission: Impossible and Jack Reacher, it's acceptable that he's uber awesome from the start, and it's been even longer since Hollywood produces a great adaptation of Japanese popular literature. Edge of Tomorrow, despite spawning from the grimly titled light novel All You Need Is Kill and the poster's morbid catchphrase, is actually rather light hearted, playful and humorous. With gritty near apocalypse backdrop, the movie uses more mass appealing screenplay and, to its credit, manages to make what could be a redundant concept into an entertaining spectacle.

The movie's mind bending premise is actually an old one, but it's presented differently in sci-fi thriller, and thankfully it has made the transition to cinema pretty well. Tom Cruise plays William Cage, a military PR officer who is ungracefully demoted and literally dumped on battlefield. It's a fresh look for Cruise as he has always played the role of veteran badass for about a decade now. After his fateful first day, Cage is looped in a vicious cycle; he will unwittingly team up with the actual veteran badass, Rita Vrataski, played by Emily Blunt. Contrasting to the bleak situation, Cruise adds a touch of humor to his character. He is certainly proven as an action star, but the on-screen charisma is more prevalent when he tries to overcome the hardship and fails many times around.

Emily Blunt, who has experience in sci-fi genre from her role in Looper, is good choice for Rita. She has a bit of rugged nature from countless battles and she's attractive in her own way. The repeated clip of her doing push-up can also serve as a fitness video thumbnail. Chemistry for these two works for most part as Cage is frantically trying to find answer and Rita has been tempered by battlefield until the point of indifference. Although there could be room for the characters to develop further, they share some good moments and mature attraction. What's really surprising is how director Doug Liman presents the movie in humorous manner, it's consistently funny without being too slapstick. Pacing is really well done, editing helps getting the stagnant premise moves along rapidly. There's also a bit dark humor in recycling death and it's fascinating to see apocalypse concept taken without steroid of grittiness.

Edge of Tomorrow is a visual beast, there's more than enough action to rival its blockbuster peers. The motion is fluid and fast, yet it stays focused without spamming slow motion shots. Its extraterrestrial adversaries are looking organically menacing, a mix of liquid tentacle and rabies canine. Overall color tone is bluish gray, a recent trend in this sort of movie. Futuristic equipment are showcased with more plausible technology, but they also incorporate the grandiose blazing aspect one expects from Japanese animation. Everything looks amazing, and fortunately, especially so in 3D.

Unfortunately, the final act doesn't carry the same impact as the rest of the movie. It's nowhere near horrible, but it does feel underwhelming and far fetch. Not to mention, the action looks a bit murky compared to the flashy bits of the first half. It could also spend a little more time to establish the relationships between characters, but understandably the narrative requires more time to progress. It's not perfect, but Edge of Tomorrow is an excellent movie that respectfully takes its source and creates an alternate version which is more amusing, thrilling and, I'm going to say it, edgy.… Expand

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KenmeiJun 11, 2014

I really don't know how to describe how I feel about this movie. I wanted to like it alot, and I think part of me did like it alot. But I know there's someone out there that could have done a few things differently with some of the storyI really don't know how to describe how I feel about this movie. I wanted to like it alot, and I think part of me did like it alot. But I know there's someone out there that could have done a few things differently with some of the story parts. There's alot to like here and the acting is so-so, which is better than I expected from a Cruise movie. But I feel like there's something missing here that could have made the movie over-the-top for me. I don't know what that is right now though. This didn't miss the mark completely for me but it could have been alot better.… Expand

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JoeCoolJun 16, 2014

An entertaining "science-fiction" movie if you don't mind semi-checking in your brain at the entrance and just being there for the action. The story itself has some serious loop-holes that you might have trouble ignoring. Don't ask yourselfAn entertaining "science-fiction" movie if you don't mind semi-checking in your brain at the entrance and just being there for the action. The story itself has some serious loop-holes that you might have trouble ignoring. Don't ask yourself too many questions, or any questions, and you'll be fine. It's really decent entertainment, but if you're looking for a really good sci-fi movie, you might want to pass on this one.
Matrix like aliens invade the planet (why?), US major without much or any combat training suddenly finds himself serving under a British CO and is dropped on the battlefield (why?), lots of questions go unanswered as there isn't all that much depth to the story, but the action kind of makes up for that. The ending is also rather unsatisfying, but seeing a different Tom Cruise for a change does have upsides.… Expand

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terrible_lizardNov 22, 2014

Best action movie in years. Tom Cruise may be nuts in real life, but on screen he is still the man. Emily Blunt matches Cruise blow for blow, and the two of them really carry the movie together. Just a no-BS action film with greatBest action movie in years. Tom Cruise may be nuts in real life, but on screen he is still the man. Emily Blunt matches Cruise blow for blow, and the two of them really carry the movie together. Just a no-BS action film with great performances, great action, and a preposterous plot that nonetheless draws you in as you watch. I could have used a touch more humor, but otherwise I can't complain. 8/10.… Expand

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imthenoobSep 17, 2014

Went into it knowing nothing about the plot and it ended up being a very good sci-fi aciton film. Well acted, The plot was fantastic, and it kept you interested through out. A definite must see.

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skyminsterJan 6, 2016

Edge of Tomorrow is as exciting as it is unique; with fantastic action, a clever story, a script that forces you to love the main characters and a gimmick that really does work with the whole living, dying and repeating thing. However, theEdge of Tomorrow is as exciting as it is unique; with fantastic action, a clever story, a script that forces you to love the main characters and a gimmick that really does work with the whole living, dying and repeating thing. However, the best thing about the film may be Tom Cruise, as he is so good in the film that I'm not sure it would be as good as it is without him. This is definitely a film I would recommend, but I don't think it would have anywhere near the effect it has on you the first time if you watch it again.

But yeah, it is a great film.

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SpangleJun 21, 2014

Edge of Tomorrow is certainly a surprise for me. Having seen the trailers, it just never interested me. Luckily, the good buzz surrounding it convinced me to see it and boy am I ever glad that it did. The film is funny, intriguing,Edge of Tomorrow is certainly a surprise for me. Having seen the trailers, it just never interested me. Luckily, the good buzz surrounding it convinced me to see it and boy am I ever glad that it did. The film is funny, intriguing, well-acted, well-directed, and, ultimately, feels "fresh". The premise has been done before, the classic aliens invading Earth story and now they just added the the time looping element from Groundhog Day. No way this can be any good, right? Wrong. It may not be overally original on premise, but the way it handles these elements feels anything but tired and instead feels completely new, providing for a fun experience. Tom Cruise killed it in his role and Emily Blunt was just as great, if not better. In addition, the special effects are great and the action is done very well, never really growing tiresome. Heading into this one, I was worried that the time loop would become tiresome, but much like the material they have, it never felt tired. Every time he starts from the beginning, it feels fresh and like a totally new experience, even if it is not. The only two negatives I can really come up for this one are the beginning, which was a bit sketchy for me and had me questioning my decision to watch this one. Luckily, once the fllm kicks in, it is clearly much, much better. The ending is also a little iffy. It is not a total issue, but it bugs me enough to bring it up. If you have seen the film or when you see it, you will likely know what portion bugged me.… Expand

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StaticSpineJun 7, 2014

A nice Sci-Fi movie with good action scenes. The story is not too complicated and the concept with repeating the events of one single day is not very original, but here it works well. The actors are decent, Emily Blunt especially. Overall, ifA nice Sci-Fi movie with good action scenes. The story is not too complicated and the concept with repeating the events of one single day is not very original, but here it works well. The actors are decent, Emily Blunt especially. Overall, if you like sci-fi do not miss this, it's worth one watch (the second won't be very interesting), but you'll enjoy it.… Expand

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JamesCannonJun 14, 2014

My favorite summer movie so far. This film has some excellent moments, feeding off a sci fi hybrid of groudhogs day, saving private ryan, and any recent alien invasion saga. The design is excellent. The mimics look great and are actuallyMy favorite summer movie so far. This film has some excellent moments, feeding off a sci fi hybrid of groudhogs day, saving private ryan, and any recent alien invasion saga. The design is excellent. The mimics look great and are actually quiet frightening when introduced. The repetitive nature of the story works because Liman is able to keep it moving without going over unnecessary parts. The editing works in favor, though I did feel that some of the later reboots were a little vague in detail. Blunt looks awesome carrying that huge sword and killing aliens. Cruise is good enough to play the every man that progresses through the movie to be come a top solider. -A here.… Expand

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BlitzWing00Jun 12, 2014

Great action, great visuals, and good concept. It was competently written, acted, and executed, however I felt it needed a little more depth which could have pushed the film into a real block buster. The lack of such made some elements suchGreat action, great visuals, and good concept. It was competently written, acted, and executed, however I felt it needed a little more depth which could have pushed the film into a real block buster. The lack of such made some elements such as the story and emotional connection to the characters feel a little bland. Although overall the movie was in no way bad, I liked it and wanted it to succeed....which it did, but it could have been even more.… Expand

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SimpleMethodJun 7, 2014

It was good! I enjoyed it, Tom Cruise and Emily Blunt had good chemistry and the special effects were really well done. The direction was stellar as well. The plot was really intricate and cool, but it got a little repetitive in spots. I alsoIt was good! I enjoyed it, Tom Cruise and Emily Blunt had good chemistry and the special effects were really well done. The direction was stellar as well. The plot was really intricate and cool, but it got a little repetitive in spots. I also wished they had been a bit ballsier with the ending, but overall it was a lot better than your typical summer blockbuster.… Expand

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