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Moo-viesDec 30, 2016

Whoever did the casting needs to be barred from ever having to do such choices again.
Though it probably was a very deliberate production choice.

The actors who accepted to play in this joke lost pretty much all their credit in the process.

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Nobilis1984Jan 2, 2015

Bible meets Michael Bay film

Rarely have I seen such a shoddy. An extremely up lasener Bible film of the same bloodless comes along like Transformers 4. Total waste.

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GarfoodleApr 5, 2015

Before I begin, I'd like to say that I am in fact an atheist, and hence, my review will not be based upon the accuracy of the story line. Instead, I'd like to say that I'm going to go ahead and give this my worst movie of all time award,Before I begin, I'd like to say that I am in fact an atheist, and hence, my review will not be based upon the accuracy of the story line. Instead, I'd like to say that I'm going to go ahead and give this my worst movie of all time award, based solely upon how horrible its acting, dialogue, and production values are/were. They went ahead and got Christian Bale along with Ben Kingston, two decent actors by all accounts. But their performances in this movie are just horrible. Granted, whomever the director was is to blame. Some of their lines are just plain horrible. I, much to the dismay of everyone watching this "film" with me, was laughing constantly. It seemed like it was written by a little kid, and that's at is best. My finial problem is that the movie just doesn't know what it wants to be. It has a bit of shock value, a bit of action, a bit of drama, a bit of everything. AND ALL OF IT IS HORRIBLE.
Its bad, Its very bad.
Really, we don't need any more of these horrible Bible stories gone action movies. They just turn out to be bad, and thats the extend of it.… Expand

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momentumDec 12, 2014

If you enjoy having your intelligence insulted then by all means watch it. Exodus was comparable to being locked up in prison on an episode of scared straight. You'll hear about how bad it is but you won't believe it until you are actuallyIf you enjoy having your intelligence insulted then by all means watch it. Exodus was comparable to being locked up in prison on an episode of scared straight. You'll hear about how bad it is but you won't believe it until you are actually there. About 30 minutes in I'd had my fill of this "Biblical" story (laughable to even call it that) and left. Before I left I was sure to splash my Pepsi on the seats in front of me to serve as a warning to any poor soul that dare see this film next.… Expand

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billfuller39Dec 12, 2014

Once again the white man has felt the need to bring his cavemanish buffoonery into the minds of unsuspecting citizens everywhere. The egyptians were not white as depicted in this movie. They were black. Why does hollywood have to get aholdOnce again the white man has felt the need to bring his cavemanish buffoonery into the minds of unsuspecting citizens everywhere. The egyptians were not white as depicted in this movie. They were black. Why does hollywood have to get ahold of everything and distort it? I am sorry, but after being lied to like this from the start, I could not get into this movie at all. It is an absolute trainwreck.… Expand

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Pops1924Dec 12, 2014

Pure trash, Ridley with the blatant white washing deserves this movie to bomb. Seti, Ramses II, Tuya and countless other Egyptians in this garbage heap of a movie were real people that lived thousands of years ago and they were not white,Pure trash, Ridley with the blatant white washing deserves this movie to bomb. Seti, Ramses II, Tuya and countless other Egyptians in this garbage heap of a movie were real people that lived thousands of years ago and they were not white, they were brown skinned people that looked nothing like the pasty Edgarton, Weaver, Bale or the rest of the cast of friends. Sunscreen didn't exist yet, no way in hell someone with Sigourney Weaver's ghoulish complexion would be able to handle the Egyptian heat, I have less trouble believing a man could part the ocean than I do with someone as ghostly as here surviving that area without stage 4 skin cancer. Someone should have spoken to the mods about this movie before it was made, incredible that something so blatant could be made in this age.… Expand

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LeasyDec 13, 2014

Horrible depiction of World History

Where can I start with this horrible movie. Ridley Scott allowed his fantasy to get the best of him with this creation. First, Ancient Egyptians were not Europeans but Africans as their practices,Horrible depiction of World History

Where can I start with this horrible movie. Ridley Scott allowed his fantasy to get the best of him with this creation. First, Ancient Egyptians were not Europeans but Africans as their practices, murals, customs and beliefs are African. Depicting Ancient Egypt as European when the African Egyptians called them Typhonians or People of Seth because of their love of violence and destruction wrecked havoc on their societies for thousands of years. I suggest if you are a history buff please do not purchase a ticket for this movie. I am a White professor myself but I can't condone history being rewritten destroyed by people like director Ridley Scott any longer. This is disrespectful to individuals as myself who spent countless hours of research and travel to these wonderful places for truth and love. I am just fed up I am typing furiously on my keyboard because we as a people need to advance pass the differences and racism. It is the 21st century.

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AmbassadorDec 13, 2014

I give it 1 mark only for the costumes. If Hollywood can make a magnificent movie like Schindler's List to be true and accurate why can't they make a movie from the Bible the same way? Not add anything like a landslide that never happened orI give it 1 mark only for the costumes. If Hollywood can make a magnificent movie like Schindler's List to be true and accurate why can't they make a movie from the Bible the same way? Not add anything like a landslide that never happened or rocks that come to life in Noah. We walked out and got our money back. I double dare Hollywood to make a true and accurate Exodus movie from the author Himself.… Expand

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Jacob1986Dec 14, 2014

Exodus: Gods and Kings. If that title doesn't give it away as a bad movie, I don't know what else will (because there are no gods or kings in the story lol). However, I did go see it with my parents with sheer curiosity as how an atheist isExodus: Gods and Kings. If that title doesn't give it away as a bad movie, I don't know what else will (because there are no gods or kings in the story lol). However, I did go see it with my parents with sheer curiosity as how an atheist is going to depict the biblical story of Exodus. All I have to say is if anyone makes a bible movie, they should at least use the Scripture text as source material for the movie, especially if they want us to enjoy it. And what is the negative effect of a movie like this? Well, it's a waste of time and energy making it if it is made for the glory of the world and money and not for the glory of God. And some innocent people may watch this and think this is the story of Exodus from the Bible, but it's not even a SHRED close to the writings in Exodus. It may actually be the worst movie I've ever seen in my entire life, because I left the theatre 2/3 the way through out of disgust. We need to ask God the Father for movies like "Passion of the Christ" and "Gospel of John" which are amazing movies made for God's glory and honor. I mean, come on, the mention of God is so missing in this movie, you'd be surprised at the end of the movie if Israel even had a God. Where was Moses' rod that he turned into a serpent and did the signs with? The bottom line is that this movie is just a laughing stock for true Christians who know their Bible, as it should be.… Expand

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Arianne-MartellDec 15, 2014

This film insulted my intelligence; Black face in the 21st century is pretty much what this film boils down to. they tried to make the story "realistic" and changed the splitting of the sea and the burning bush to make it realistic but madeThis film insulted my intelligence; Black face in the 21st century is pretty much what this film boils down to. they tried to make the story "realistic" and changed the splitting of the sea and the burning bush to make it realistic but made the Egyptians white...hahahaha!!! horrible writing, accents, acting...an opportunity missed. Do not waste your hard earned money on this garbage called film.
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masuzzieDec 15, 2014

Apparently Hollywood hates the Bible and intends to mock it, this movie is another example. It's so far off the mark it's embarrassing. The first 10 minutes I was actually excited, the visuals were amazing, the details of ancient EgyptApparently Hollywood hates the Bible and intends to mock it, this movie is another example. It's so far off the mark it's embarrassing. The first 10 minutes I was actually excited, the visuals were amazing, the details of ancient Egypt really enthralled me..but around minute 11, I just sat there pissed at how much the writer/director hacked the story up. I'm pretty sure he never bothered to read the Bible to see if anything he wrote has any semblance to the original writings. The Ten Commandments were more accurate than this horrible movie. But then again, what do I expect from someone who hates religion? This movie shows his contempt.… Expand

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purple_laserDec 20, 2014

mindnumbing waste of money and efforts.. Cant believe its a ridley scott movie....
i actually walked out of the film.. Just could NOT TAKE IT ANY MORE

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GIJOEMOSESDec 21, 2014

This movie was absolutely inaccurate with the Biblical text. I found it deeply insulting to use a Godly tale and have it retold without God. Cinematography was great and if you are not a Christian, or may not know enough about the Bible youThis movie was absolutely inaccurate with the Biblical text. I found it deeply insulting to use a Godly tale and have it retold without God. Cinematography was great and if you are not a Christian, or may not know enough about the Bible you may even find it a bit entertaining. I understand that Hollywood will put their spin and interpretation on their stories, but to reinvent the story and failed to recognize the author are two steps too far even for Hollywood.… Expand

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BrotherDomDec 30, 2014

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Exodus is a failed remake of the movie classic The Ten Commandments and seriously downplays God and faith. What is unexpected however is how miserably the movie fails to deliver on its secular assets. The story line was weak and confusing, character development nonexistent; the acting was lackluster, and nothing memorable about the dialogue.

As for special effects, the movie opens with very impressive scenes of ancient Egypt in all its glory. When it comes to the two visual milestones, the burning bush and the crossing of the Red Sea, Cecil B. DeMille is still the hands down winner 58 years later. A big budget and computer graphics are not enough.

This movie suffers from a lack of message, emotion, and entertainment. It assumes you know the story of Moses, but then departs so far from the Biblical narrative to leave you frustrated and dissatisfied. If you are not familiar with the story, the gaps are so plentiful that all you are left with is a war movie and a chase scene, both of which are poorly done. For example, as Pharaoh chases Moses he loses his entire army in a landslide. A few minutes later, he is leading a division of chariots across the Red Sea!

If you are hoping this movie will bring a Christian message to a younger generation, this movie fails miserably. Unfortunately, it also fails to entertain the secular audience. The movie is fittingly named Exodus, which is what moviegoers should do.… Expand

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Beardfull1Jan 11, 2015

Just horrible.
The "kid" is as creepy as possible.
I say stick to the original story. No need to reinvent a perfect plot.
Extremly dissapointing. One of the worst remakes in film history!

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rnorthJan 12, 2015

Exodus: God and Kings - DON’T WASTE YOUR TIME OR MONEY ON THIS MOVIE
If you are a seeker of truth, the only complete truth you will find in the movie is that Moses was a Hebrew! Had they taken the time to truly be inspired by the account inExodus: God and Kings - DON’T WASTE YOUR TIME OR MONEY ON THIS MOVIE
If you are a seeker of truth, the only complete truth you will find in the movie is that Moses was a Hebrew! Had they taken the time to truly be inspired by the account in the Bible or Torah, it could have been an epic film. It could have left the audience in awe. It could have become a classic that surpassed the “The Ten Commandments” with Charlton Heston! Instead, they hired writers Adam Cooper, Bill Collage, Jeffrey Caine and Steven Zaillian to provide you with a fictional story that reduced God to a dirty boy who looked to be ten or so and Moses to an inapt man who willfully question and angrily confronted Him.
God is Mighty, Majestic, Creator, and an amazing Deliverer! Read the true account in the Book of Exodus! You can find it at biblegateway.… Expand

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s721936Mar 19, 2015

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Thank you Ridley Scott for butchering a good story. How could anyone go so far off from the plot in the bible? To name just a few mistakes in the movie: 1) Moses was banished from Egypt a became a Shepard for 40 years not 9, before coming back to Egypt. 2) Why would Moses' wife, a believer of God have tattoos on her face, when God's laws prohibited tattoos? 3) Why is almighty God represented by a stupid bratty child? 4) The Israelite's never attempted to fight the Egyptians when they left. Moses and Aaron talked to Pharaoh, threw a staff on the ground that turned into a snake to prove they had God on their side AND THEN the 10 plagues began. 5) The Red Sea was Parted meaning that water was in the air not no water at all!!! 6) after the Israelite's crossed the sea the waves fell upon all the Egyptians and killed all of them even Ramses. So in all I think that it would've been easier to make this movie more historically accurate rather than piss a bunch of people off. I mean it seems like these people just made up their own version of the story. This movie sucks and some of the cast was really unfit to play these characters too. I felt to distracted thinking about what other silly roles they played in other movies and shows… Expand

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TinoTrivinoJan 4, 2016

Its not the Story which is bad and not true according to the history, its just.. that they use actors, really well known actors, that the begining of the movie seems to be a comedy... common, really? what is that!!!
but what is also a bitIts not the Story which is bad and not true according to the history, its just.. that they use actors, really well known actors, that the begining of the movie seems to be a comedy... common, really? what is that!!!
but what is also a bit freightend is the zionist undertone, and i say zionist not jewish, complet different things for me.
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nanatrinityMar 14, 2016

This movie lacks 99% of Biblical facts and I wonder why they went on ahead producing it . the director should really be ashamed of himself. I'm really sorry that my favorite actors like Christian Bale and Ben Kingsley had to play part in it.

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Avalon011May 29, 2016

I've seen many incarnations of the Moses story, Exodus is just weak. Exodus is very sluggish at times the story comes to a pause with some long and boring scenes that serve no purpose, and a lot of inaccuracies Moses never got married and hadI've seen many incarnations of the Moses story, Exodus is just weak. Exodus is very sluggish at times the story comes to a pause with some long and boring scenes that serve no purpose, and a lot of inaccuracies Moses never got married and had children. And overall just weak scenes, the scene with the burning bush and "god" comes to speak to him Moses has never heard of God at this point and he asks the child "Who are you?" child God answers "I am" then the scene closes, how does "I am" explain to Moses who God is? Then afterwards Moses magically knows everything about God, to anyone that's never heard of God "I am" is far from helpful. Now another useless God scene with the child comes along again, why are they screaming at each other for no reason? Very useless dialog then the scene closes, then the movie jumps to the painting of the blood on the doorways, how did Moses receive these instructions when child God never told him to do it?

This movie is filled with many more inaccuracies and I was just confused most of the time, a lot of this movie doesn't even make any sense.

The most random moment was when Moses was walking back to his horse after meeting with Ben Kingsley then two men shout "Look a slave!" at Moses then attack him, then Moses kills them then goes back to his horse like nothing ever happened, Moses is still a general at the time. And why is Moses slaughtering everyone? He never killed anyone after he fled.

A very weak and confusing movie.… Expand

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Movie3Jul 15, 2018

There's a reason Atheists shouldn't make Bible stories. I mean, you might as well make a movie about Obama being a white person. That's how off this movie is with the real story! Sure "The 10 Commandments" was off but it kept the overallThere's a reason Atheists shouldn't make Bible stories. I mean, you might as well make a movie about Obama being a white person. That's how off this movie is with the real story! Sure "The 10 Commandments" was off but it kept the overall storyline and the spirit of the story. This travesty just craps all over the real story.… Expand

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