Free Guy
Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures | Release Date: August 13, 2021
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13carpileupAug 15, 2021
This movie is no masterpiece; it has its fair share of plot holes and contrivances, but man is this movie fun. Like most movies, it is about expectations. Don't expect a gritty sci-fi which faces the morality of artificial intelligence (butThis movie is no masterpiece; it has its fair share of plot holes and contrivances, but man is this movie fun. Like most movies, it is about expectations. Don't expect a gritty sci-fi which faces the morality of artificial intelligence (but come on it has Ryan Reynolds, you already knew that), go in expecting a fun time. Watch this movie, it is great.… Expand
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RADOSTATIONNAug 15, 2021
' Overall pretty good movie. Loses it grip at the end a little bit though however I imagine the pandemic made things a little harder on them
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DoctorBobAug 21, 2021
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Ryan Reynolds makes this movie - it’s
So feel good. Don’t expect some deep weighty movie…. But you’ll we feel good when you leave… Expand
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Lolik69Aug 23, 2021
I love it. A very good movie with handsome Ryan Reynolds AKA Deadpool. Everywhere is some good easter egg here and I really enjoy it.
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AlysonkomeeAug 25, 2021
Personally, I love the movie base on some certain scene and the way they act. So entertaining and loving to watch
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pdt1308Sep 22, 2021
This is the best movie I've seen in a while. If you are a gamer, there are an incredible amount of easter eggs through out the movie that make it even more fun to watch. Ryan Reynolds is funny as always and plays the role of the obliviousThis is the best movie I've seen in a while. If you are a gamer, there are an incredible amount of easter eggs through out the movie that make it even more fun to watch. Ryan Reynolds is funny as always and plays the role of the oblivious good guy very well. I would recommend this to anyone wanting to have fun watching a moive.… Expand
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Matricx-Sep 25, 2021
Ryan Reynolds’s way of portraying a character and making an action movie with humor is at a level of its own.
The story is refreshing and has funny references to video games.
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DamodreddSep 26, 2021
I'm giving this an 8 only because I personally retain ranks of 9 to 10 for masterpieces of storytelling as the base requirement first.

This may not be a masterpiece of storytelling but it does have solid plotline with character development,I'm giving this an 8 only because I personally retain ranks of 9 to 10 for masterpieces of storytelling as the base requirement first.

This may not be a masterpiece of storytelling but it does have solid plotline with character development, plenty of good scenes that help the viewer achieve an emotional attachment with the characters, and it does all of this without taking itself too seriously or trying to shove plot devices down the reader's throats.

A show like this doesn't take itself too seriously and within an ocean of cinematic releases destined to be short-lived in the public memory this one will live on in our memories with a positive feeling associated.

The positive messages in this story and the main character's adventure are something we've sorely missed in our light summer blockbusters. To whomever was responsible for the majority of the decisions made in this film: please do more films, your work is wonderful.

This enjoyable watch was money well spent with my loved ones and kept us entertained the whole time.… Expand
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dharmaSep 25, 2021
Fun and creative Ryan Reynolds vehicle is certainly a breath of fresh air and deserve the status as one of the top movies of 2021. While the premise was done before, it's incredible sense of fun buoyed this flick in every turn. ReynoldsFun and creative Ryan Reynolds vehicle is certainly a breath of fresh air and deserve the status as one of the top movies of 2021. While the premise was done before, it's incredible sense of fun buoyed this flick in every turn. Reynolds should definetelly stick to his usual comedic 'persona' as he is so good at it.… Expand
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imthenoobFeb 27, 2022
Free Guy is an overly long comedy that stretches a decent premise too thin with bland characters and humor that just doesn't match what the movie is going for. Reynolds carries the film a bulk of the way and while the cast is certainlyFree Guy is an overly long comedy that stretches a decent premise too thin with bland characters and humor that just doesn't match what the movie is going for. Reynolds carries the film a bulk of the way and while the cast is certainly talented, The characters are so insufferable that it is hard to root for anyone because they're so freaking obnoxious.

Within the first 20 minutes of the film, What little charm it had died when you realize that it revolves solely on Reynolds giving a rather typical performance playing a character that he seems to enjoy being typecast in. It just sucks.… Expand
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MovieFiend0Sep 23, 2021
Not big on Hollyweird these days but Free Guy is actually enjoyable to watch. The cringey "white privilege", "man babies", and "patriarchy" lines feel very out of place. But I'm sure it's completely normal for leftists to hear stuff like this.
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MarkHReviewsSep 8, 2021
Recently, creative teams apparently have found it irresistible to explore what it means to be human by writing scripts that insert people into video games. Spielberg’s “Ready Player One” (2018) and the Matthew McConaughey vehicle “Serenity”Recently, creative teams apparently have found it irresistible to explore what it means to be human by writing scripts that insert people into video games. Spielberg’s “Ready Player One” (2018) and the Matthew McConaughey vehicle “Serenity” (2019) are recent examples of this emerging genre. So “Free Guy” has some interesting predecessors.

In this film, Ryan Reynolds’ Guy (see what they did there?!) discovers that he is an NPC, a non-player character in a video game. He’s a totally disposable automated character uninhabited by a person from the real world, mere window dressing when players enter the game to rob banks, shoot people and engage in an endless variety of senseless, violent mayhem. But Guy also houses an advanced form of artificial intelligence. When he meets Millie/Molotov Girl (“Killing Eve” star Jodie Comer), he is immediately infatuated and experiences, wait for it, feelings he’s never had before. Tragically wholesome rom-com moments ensue.

In less capable hands, this story line could have sunk the audience into a sugar-induced coma or devolved into a mind-numbing Ted Talk about “big ideas.” Fortunately, Director Shawn Levy (“Night at the Museum” series, “Cheaper by the Dozen,” “Family Trap”) and his screenwriters are too skillful to let that happen. While addressing important concepts like freedom vs. determinism (sorry, we are now legally compelled to say “personal agency”), the nature of love and the value of friendship, he centers this story on more accessible themes like kindness and generosity. The offhanded violence committed incessantly against the NPCs is a conversation for another day. (“Westworld” anyone?)

The cast here is first-rate. Ryan Reynolds is at his charismatic, self-effacing best because he doesn’t have to rely on superhero costumes crafted by Rubbermaid or gratuitous f-bombs (that’s right, “Deadpool”). Jodie Comer is in excellent form, having apparently perfected a unique combination of wide-eyed wonder and world weariness. Taika Waititi reprises the role of manic, bumbling villain he perfected in “Jojo Rabbit.” The film is crammed with cameos by gamers and streamers (Pokimane, LazerBeam, et al). There’s a welcome Channing Tatum sighting. There’s even a brief scene with Alex Trebek and contestants on “Jeopardy.” There are off-screen voiceovers by Dwayne Johnson, Tina Fey, Hugh Jackman and John Krasinski. But it’s the strength of Reynolds and Comer and the chemistry they build that keep this project from sinking into mediocrity.

Other elements that make this film worthwhile are its brief vignettes and priceless one-liners. One such interchange occurs when Bombshell (Camille Kostek, 2019 SI Swimsuit cover model, real-life girlfriend of football player Rob Gronkowski) enters a bank on the arm of one of the robbers. After Guy dispatches the robbers, he suggests that Bombshell should be free to make her own life choices. Bombshell responds that she may not need a man at all. If only life imitated … A few of the funniest lines: Describing his coffee, Guy says, “It’s like my tongue had a baby with a sunrise.” Later, “Ooh, cappuccino. I enjoy saying that. It’s like a waterfall with letters.” After his first kiss with Millie: “I may not be real, but for a second there, I felt pretty alive.”

While “Free Guy” is unlikely to make us forget “Citizen Kane” any time soon, it’s better than the standard summer fare, especially in this year’s movie wasteland littered with an overabundance of superheroes and cartoon characters. This film is breezy, funny and occasionally thought-provoking. But most of all, in an increasingly unkind world, it’s a pleasant reminder that thoughtfulness, decency and kindness are their own forms of universal truth. If you can imagine a mash-up of “Ted Lasso” and “Grand Theft Auto,” you have a sense of what this film delivers in full.… Expand
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cristinasavi98Sep 3, 2021
Senza dubbio un film divertente con molta azione.
Consiglio di vederlo come una famiglia.
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Pedro305Sep 6, 2021
Un bon film, bien meilleur que ceux qui sont sortis ces derniers mois et cela en dit long.
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FredsteakfluteNov 15, 2021
Well, movie is fine but meh, I preferred red notice with Dwayne Johnson lol. 3/10, could've been way better...
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DrenghelJan 4, 2022
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The movie is littered with inconsistencies, and is a severe misrepresentation of what MMOs (and game dev for what's matter) look like, a somewhat mix of Saint Row and Wow. E.G., they could have pick up inspiration from things like GMod for the "mods having god powers" but no they went full Dr Strange instead, and don't get me started on the gamers are losers living in basements jokes...
It peaked at the Cpt America/Star wars scene,I watched the movie because it was not a sequel or from the MCU and they flopped most of the references (like the portal gun) to overdo this one...
The final plot-twist about the island still being in the reflections was maybe the one good idea, but eventually ruined by the island "appearing" for all the eyes to see when stepped on...


Such a waste a good nice idea, exploring actual "living" machine learning AI ruined by people who don't know that world and would rather cram not subtle politics into the viewer face.

Sorry if this is a bit unstructured bu I made that account to write it.… Expand
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Voodoo123Oct 3, 2021
Free guy is a fantastic concept diluted down and mixed with pop culture sherbet into a sickly goop of discombobulated nonsense. The cast do a great job with the weak screenplay but if you leave your brain at the door and are in the mood thisFree guy is a fantastic concept diluted down and mixed with pop culture sherbet into a sickly goop of discombobulated nonsense. The cast do a great job with the weak screenplay but if you leave your brain at the door and are in the mood this action sci fi fantasy will bring a basic but watchable level of entertainment if you like this genre. Sadly put next to something like black mirror or The matrix it feels like a real missed opportunity to explore the concept of artificial intelligence and be true to the gaming as a hobby.… Expand
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MattBrady99Feb 2, 2022
"Catchphrase!"

More like "Fun Guy", ain't I right fellas?

Not a fantastic movie by any means and it reeks of "soulless studio made movie", but I won't lie, I had fun with this one. Ah **** film Twitter is going to lynch me for this.
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EggMoozDec 22, 2022
This movie is a result of non-gamers looked at a generic mmo game once and said "yeah, i get it. This is what every video game is like" a generic depiction of games and gamers alike. While not being a bad movie, it's not good either.
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lipinoOct 16, 2021
Truman Show + Westworld + Ryan Reynolds brand humor + impressive special effects. A fun lightweight movie, similar to Pixels, the Adam Sandler movie that got panned but I thought was pretty entertaining. You do have to put your brain away andTruman Show + Westworld + Ryan Reynolds brand humor + impressive special effects. A fun lightweight movie, similar to Pixels, the Adam Sandler movie that got panned but I thought was pretty entertaining. You do have to put your brain away and try not to think about the logic of it. There weren't a lot of big laughs for me, but it ended strong with "Dude." There were also some "woke" lines that were cringy, basically to the effect of "men are all trash" (it's funny how it's always men who write stuff like that into movies. I guess they're trying to impress their wives/mistresses.) Also a "white privilege" line that was just awful. One of those Hollywood apologetic lines; rather than give the brown character more to do, they just "acknowledge white privilege" and then continue to give the white characters the best parts. Typical all-words-no-action Hollywood liberals.… Expand
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RIko374Aug 26, 2021
Один из лучших фильмов, что в последнее время смотрел. Понравилось всё, за исключением дубляжа, он получился посредственный. Ждём сиквел
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BobTheHalfTrollMar 23, 2022
It's an absurd concept that has great potential for action-comedy hijinks. And when it sticks to that, it's great. Unfortunately, the movie actually takes itself seriously. Rather than "ha-ha, it'd be crazy if this could happen," it triesIt's an absurd concept that has great potential for action-comedy hijinks. And when it sticks to that, it's great. Unfortunately, the movie actually takes itself seriously. Rather than "ha-ha, it'd be crazy if this could happen," it tries to pretend its premise is ... how can I put this ... not retarded? A lot of the stuff they portray as "in-game" is entertaining, but the parts in the "real world," which take up way too much of the movie, are even more far-fetched that the "in-game" parts.

It doesn't help that the movie gets political ("guns are bad, mmm'kay?" along with a couple other topics) but it'd be easier to breeze past that if the whole thing wasn't so committed to pretending it was plausible.… Expand
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forgettopanicSep 18, 2021
a fun film, albeit a tad forgettable, but loved the way it depicts adult friendships. movies tend to treat friendship like it's a placeholder until romantic love comes along but this film treats friendship as a fulfilling relationship on it'sa fun film, albeit a tad forgettable, but loved the way it depicts adult friendships. movies tend to treat friendship like it's a placeholder until romantic love comes along but this film treats friendship as a fulfilling relationship on it's own. a good number of laughs but mostly light chuckles.… Expand
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Jonathan_M_2Oct 29, 2021
If you want to see Ryan Reynolds do his usual thing then this movie will not disappoint. It is funny and a good time. That said, it does feel like it's tailored to kids and not all that fresh.
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IhatereynoldsApr 27, 2022
I am simply unable to describe how little my patience is for a Ryan Reynolds movie. Ryan Reynolds is a blight on our planet, and I am seriously considering joining NASA or Space-X, just so I no long have to see him. I hate Ryan Reynolds withI am simply unable to describe how little my patience is for a Ryan Reynolds movie. Ryan Reynolds is a blight on our planet, and I am seriously considering joining NASA or Space-X, just so I no long have to see him. I hate Ryan Reynolds with a passion.… Expand
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Shehryar23Aug 14, 2021
Absolutely loved this movie. The action, comedy and all the nerdy/geeky stuff you could want in a movie is all there. The acting is amazing as usual by Ryan Reynolds and by everyone else as well! Keep on representing Canada EH! 10/10 would recommend!
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ReviewUsernameAug 13, 2021
Wow! This movie's take on video games and coding will turn a few people off, but under the hood this is a great story about AI and it is hilarious. Go see it. Went in expecting a terrible movie and everyone in the theater was laughing andWow! This movie's take on video games and coding will turn a few people off, but under the hood this is a great story about AI and it is hilarious. Go see it. Went in expecting a terrible movie and everyone in the theater was laughing and cheering by the end.… Expand
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ChanceyAug 14, 2021
Amazing movie! You will have a blast watching it. Super funny. Go watch it.
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TerminatorFanAug 13, 2021
Not a gamer, but I still enjoyed this film. Looking forward to seeing it again on the big screen.
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emma_vAug 22, 2021
The critics give harsh reviews to feel like Apex Predators, but the audience knows better. This isn’t a good movie, it’s a Great movie.
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reflexreactionAug 13, 2021
So much fun to be had with this movie! Visually stunning, very glad I watched at an imax (sad to see it so empty on opening night though).

Jodie and Ryan both provide a fantastic performance, and the pace is well maintained throughout.So much fun to be had with this movie! Visually stunning, very glad I watched at an imax (sad to see it so empty on opening night though).

Jodie and Ryan both provide a fantastic performance, and the pace is well maintained throughout. Certainly felt the first half was the better of the two, and didn’t care for the love story…. Luckily they didn’t dwell on it too much.

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CaitemaeAug 14, 2021
Love love loved it! So good, had me laughing and warm hearted . Such a good watch best movie I seen all year. I would watch it over and over again. Good time. Incredible cast and effect. The best.
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Goodreviewer17Aug 14, 2021
Amazing movie, must watch. Genuinely surprised me. Watching in cinemas is much better.
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EveDonatelliAug 14, 2021
BEST MOVIE EVER…. IM DEFINITELY GOING TO SEE IT AGAIN IN THEATERS. (P.s. if you don’t like or play video games then you won’t understand the movie).
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TimfadsAug 22, 2021
Great movie. Classic Reynolds. Touches on so much gaming. Tons of stuff going on in the background keeping it a busy movie. Great direction, acting, story, etc. Definitely going to own it
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FrostyFeet97Aug 22, 2021
This movies is soo much fun, from start to end, I waited for a movie like this for a long time and this really surprised me. Worth a watch
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SteprockAug 16, 2021
Free Guy is lots of fun. It's funny, surprisingly heartfelt, and shows a lot of love for video games along the way without pandering or preaching. It exists to entertain the audience and it delivers on that promise.

It's everything ReadyFree Guy is lots of fun. It's funny, surprisingly heartfelt, and shows a lot of love for video games along the way without pandering or preaching. It exists to entertain the audience and it delivers on that promise.

It's everything Ready Player One is not.… Expand
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kman1014Aug 29, 2021
This film surprised me because I thought it was going to be a run of the mill kids movie. This film is great for what it is and has a ton of fun references
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TheOkCringeAug 28, 2021
Movies with plots based around video games have been somewhere between mediocre and awful. Pixels wasn't the worst, the Super Mario Bros. movie had an odd charm, but they didn't blow me away. This...kind of did, but maybe not as DisneyMovies with plots based around video games have been somewhere between mediocre and awful. Pixels wasn't the worst, the Super Mario Bros. movie had an odd charm, but they didn't blow me away. This...kind of did, but maybe not as Disney intended.
I was a little skeptical of the movie's interactions with Youtubers in particular, wondering how much of an influence they'd actually make in the film. This film I think is fantastic for the audience of gamers, showcasing the importance of human interaction, and how games nowadays have gotten far better at embracing that part of gaming culture.
It was still an entertaining film beyond this nailing of audience, however. Funny, quick humor, great acting, fun characters, keeps the audience going. I would absolutely recommend watching this film, especially if you're a gamer.… Expand
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GavanRSimkinAug 20, 2021
Truly Loved this Movie!
It's probably some Ryan Reynolds best acting since Woman in Gold.
But where was the GIANT VE SHARK Dude?
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MrMeowserAug 30, 2021
The movie was incredibly hilarious, and just an overwhelmingly fun time. The best part was when they freed Guy
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EllielingexxSep 1, 2021
Genuinely sweet, funny and heart warming. Lovely film all around. Thoroughly enjoyed.
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Sprees03Sep 11, 2021
Cannot rave about this movie enough. Our entire family was pleasantly surprised, we were completely drawn in within 15 minutes and were hooked the entire time! A complete feel good and unique movie with warm hearted comical charm by Ryan Reynolds.
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PinocchioAug 21, 2021
As an old gamer I liked it a lot. I understood most of the stuff and I didnt watch too close at things that didn’t make too much sense..
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moviemitch96Aug 14, 2021
Ryan Reynolds stars as a background Non-playable character in a popular online shooter akin to 'Fortnite', and finds himself becoming more and more conscious and aware of his surroundings and day-to-day life as he becomes bored with his dailyRyan Reynolds stars as a background Non-playable character in a popular online shooter akin to 'Fortnite', and finds himself becoming more and more conscious and aware of his surroundings and day-to-day life as he becomes bored with his daily programming and evolves into a conscious artificial intelligence that tries to break free of his programmed system. With the help of a human player he happens to fall in love with (Jodie Comer), him and the rest of the NPC characters try to rebel against the online world they've been limited to, and must try and stop a greedy gaming CEO (Taika Waititi) from deactivating and shutting them down for good. The trailers for this film gave off major 'Saints Row' vibes to me, along with other similar online shooters, but I found myself intrigued nonetheless. And I can say that after going in with only modest expectations, this film turned out to be an absolute riot, both literally and figuratively, and I mean in a very good way! I had so much fun watching this film and getting immersed within this world and all the bonkers action and antics it had to offer! There's some surprising and welcome cameos throughout, and like any video game-themed, of course there was bound to be some Easter eggs and references to other games and pop culture references here and there, but thankfully the film surprisingly isn't overly saturated with them, unlike with another particular video game-themed film (Ready Player One). In addition, Reynolds is just as funny and entertaining as ever, bringing in that same chipper attitude that he brings to Deadpool all the time. Jodie Comer also holds her own quite well alongside him, although I wasn't exactly comfortable with the 17-yr age gap between her and Reynolds … Expand
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mintttOct 25, 2021
Algorithm the movie. What a dumpster fire. Full of clichees and references to other movies and franchises but not a single original idea is to be found. I didnt expect much, but boy was i disapointed.
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manningn15Aug 25, 2021
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Free Guy was amazing, definitely my favorite video game style movie ever; a perfect blend between comedy, action, and video game style it really felt like a video game as a movie. I loved how original the concept was and the self aware humor was hilarious. I loved all of the pop culture references especially the Star Wars and Captain America ones and the cameos were awesome especially the streamers, Jacksepticeye, Ninja, Pokimane, DanTDM, and LazarBeam, and Chris Evans. The visual effects were spectacular. The acting was phenomenal especially from Ryan Reynolds, Jodie Comer, Channing Tatum, Taika Waititi, Lil Rel Howery, Joe Keery, and Utkarsh Ambudkar. The makeup and hairstyling was great especially on Jodie Comer. The costumes were excellent. An A+ movie.… Expand
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KlebartAug 13, 2021
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Okay, it's a good and fun movie. You need to get past the part where the developers sold their code to the "villain" and then spend the rest of the movie trying to prove that he built his new game off of their AI illegally. It doesn't make sense, but just go with it. otherwise it's a fun movie with a few minor holes here and there, but hey, it's a movie. Just go with it. PS. The love interest at the end is unbelievable and also completely unnecessary but hey, whatever I guess.… Expand
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Phteve11Nov 9, 2021
The movie was just flat out bad. From the millions of plot holes, to the bad writing and character development. I mean they seem to insult and attack gamers throughout the entire movie and i thought that was their Target audience? Let's notThe movie was just flat out bad. From the millions of plot holes, to the bad writing and character development. I mean they seem to insult and attack gamers throughout the entire movie and i thought that was their Target audience? Let's not even get started ok the wierd lefty/SJW politics pushed into the movie that did nothing for the story and were only cringe. Just not a good movie sadly.… Expand
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Harrymarsh89Aug 18, 2021
Free guy was a great movie, my wife and I really enjoyed it. The story was refreshing and the CGI was well executed
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DexEngineerDec 22, 2021
Finally had a chance to watch this movie and it's bad. Predictable, full of cheap cliches and propaganda. Continuous stream of unfunny references make the movie attractive to kids, less like to anybody else. One thing is really good... theFinally had a chance to watch this movie and it's bad. Predictable, full of cheap cliches and propaganda. Continuous stream of unfunny references make the movie attractive to kids, less like to anybody else. One thing is really good... the way Ryan performs his character. The rest feels like made by amateurs. You can watch this propaganda after you watched all good movies.… Expand
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BroyaxNov 20, 2021
C’est l’histoire d’un PNJ qui tout-à-coup se met à péter plus haut que son cul de PNJ… un putain de bug ambulant qui fout le souk dans le gros jeu massivement multi-joueurs en ligne ! et parallèlement un blaireau et une bécasse cherchent desC’est l’histoire d’un PNJ qui tout-à-coup se met à péter plus haut que son cul de PNJ… un putain de bug ambulant qui fout le souk dans le gros jeu massivement multi-joueurs en ligne ! et parallèlement un blaireau et une bécasse cherchent des preuves en jouant au jeu -surtout la bécasse à dire vrai- et dans le jeu lui-même afin de démontrer que le méchant éditeur les a volés et la leur a fait à l’envers…

Notre bécasse qui est aussi une sacrée bonnasse (je retiens ses nom et prénom, assurément, prêt à faire ma commère : Jodie Comer !) tombe évidemment amoureuse du PNJ, incarné par un Ryan Reynolds plus con que nature ou en du moins, plus débile que d’habitude. Il est certainement à l’image du film qui multiplie et surajoute les effets spéciaux : tout dans l’esbrouffe, rien dans le sac.

Car si le film critique -trop timidement- les défauts récurrents de cette industrie -celle des jeux vidéo- il s’abîme bien vite d’une part dans la bouffonnerie à peine déguisée et d’autre part dans la niaiserie bon marché (pas plus de deux dollars, maximum).

Les aberrations du scénario se succèdent -un scénar né d’une fausse bonne idée- à un rythme effréné tandis que l’on pique du nez devant tant de conneries kikoololesques : un film idiot qui vise et plaira avant tout aux jeunes joueurs de Fortnite et de toutes ces autres merdes en ligne… assurément !… Expand
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Toxic_MasterAug 22, 2021
super funny all the way through the entire movie. you will see lots of familiar faces and even some of the best youtubers and streamers. there are lots of game references and movie references. i absolutely loved it and would recommend goingsuper funny all the way through the entire movie. you will see lots of familiar faces and even some of the best youtubers and streamers. there are lots of game references and movie references. i absolutely loved it and would recommend going to see it.… Expand
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MessirDec 26, 2021
Feminist SJW **** Such movies destroy games industry and spoil cognitions of the youth.
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SamuelCrosbyAug 14, 2021
Very fun movie and funny/cool references from games and other movies. I'd highly recommend.
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sagarkingAug 14, 2021
awosome movie and fresh comsep great time spain good action and good grapic and more fun
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Jack1s29Aug 13, 2021
This movie is simply amazing! It shows how funny ryan is and the movie is hilarious and action packed. Definitely one of my favorite movies of the year!
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HealingToolboxSep 12, 2021
10/10 IF you are are aware of gamer culture, not just play games. 8/10 if you only play games or don't care about games. Why? Free Guy is very "meta."
This is a nearly perfect movie, polished to perfection due to the many release delays.10/10 IF you are are aware of gamer culture, not just play games. 8/10 if you only play games or don't care about games. Why? Free Guy is very "meta."
This is a nearly perfect movie, polished to perfection due to the many release delays. I suggest audiences think about this as a movie about IMAGINATION more generally, instead of just games. This is another film with three or more big digital VFX houses contributing heavily. This means Sean Levy had the input, creativity and intelligence of three more TDs, Technical Directors. These films, ten or more of them now, have many, many masterful sequences even if the film as a whole doesn't work for everyone.
Notable here is the Channing Tatum Badass "intermission" in the middle. This appears at exactly the place in the film where the sameness of the premise, characters and digital assets wears on audiences. To see this filmmaking flaw, watch Pixar's UP or Inside Out. Fewer AAA films since have this "dead space" lag prior to the third act. The Channing Tatum piece adds novelty and interest just when in the back of the audiences' mind, we're going yeah, yeah, yeah, so what? What else?"
I agree with Paul Stassi's Forbes piece reporting critics rate Free Guy over the Ready Player One film. I also agree Wreck-It Ralph is the next closest film to Free Guy. Free Guy is better because IT'S ABOUT IMAGINATION.… Expand
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QueenSashaSep 25, 2021
There's no words to describe how awful this movie was. The story didn't follow any actual story, there's random youtuber/twitch scenes in there that look like they don't belong and they just added them for the "Hey I watch that person onThere's no words to describe how awful this movie was. The story didn't follow any actual story, there's random youtuber/twitch scenes in there that look like they don't belong and they just added them for the "Hey I watch that person on Twitch!" factor. The saving grace to this film was Ryan Reynolds, and if he wasn't in this film it'd be a 0 from me. I watched with a party and nobody enjoyed the film and agreed that it was just poorly written and more of a collection of pop culture references rather than an actual movie. Disappointing.… Expand
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LoneWolfxSep 26, 2021
Ryan Reynolds doesn't fail to impress. Kudos to the supporting cast as well. This movie is everything a gamer would love. Simply a treat to watch.
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wcparrySep 1, 2021
I watched no previews, I never do. This movie was SUCH a fantastic surprise. Everything about it was fresh, even the things were used from other IPs. If I'd have watched the previews I am quite sure that I wouldn't have enjoyed it as much.
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ZhoujiamingSep 26, 2021
I have watched Free Guy and they look much better than Ready Player One! Change Free City to Free Life!
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jacekczaplaSep 4, 2021
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Yeah, it's not a masterpiece, but Ryan Reynolds gives a lot of heart into it and it just works. Really good CGI and creativity in action sequences.
Overall: good wholesome and not stupid movie with amazing cameo's.
f*ck ready player one
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BonkeynoseDec 25, 2021
Movie bad..................................................................
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Antp1212Sep 15, 2021
Amazing movie with an excellent balance of great storytelling, pacing, comedy, romance, and surprises. While intelligently portraying the medium that is video games. Ryan Reynolds doesn’t disappoint, and Jodie Comer does a great job not onlyAmazing movie with an excellent balance of great storytelling, pacing, comedy, romance, and surprises. While intelligently portraying the medium that is video games. Ryan Reynolds doesn’t disappoint, and Jodie Comer does a great job not only acting but singing that sweet sweet remix at the end. Highly recommend.… Expand
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InspectorKiwiOct 8, 2021
A film made by NPCs for NPC audiences. As an NPC myself this movie was not relatable ENOUGH. Waste of time you will lose vital health points watching this tropetastic cartridge of predictability, but maybe we're all game for wasting our time?
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MaryLouiseAug 30, 2021
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Predictable. Watched this as I know that Jodie Comer is a fantastic actor and even she managed to let me down a few times when her accent slipped. She could have chosen a much better movie for her Hollywood debut. The plot was predictable from the moment it was revealed that Guy had a crush on Millie and that the other dude who's in stranger things programmed him. Ridiculous hetero normative nonsense. I didn't laugh at all during the course of the movie, the good jokes were all in the adverts. Predicatbale, cliche, 'love will save us all' plot line, could have had a more philosophical air to it about the reality of artificial intelligence even but chose to focus on fortnite dances and cheap hits. DO not watch this movie if you're over the age of 8. Unlike movies such as shrek, this is not universal.… Expand
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AosaOct 30, 2021
Free Guy has to be the most tone deaf movie released in 2021. The movie tries to push the message of "making something new" but contradicts it by doing the exact opposite.
It seems like this movie was generated by a Disney AI to marketFree Guy has to be the most tone deaf movie released in 2021. The movie tries to push the message of "making something new" but contradicts it by doing the exact opposite.
It seems like this movie was generated by a Disney AI to market towards mindless geek nostalgia consumers. Hopefully the abundance of references will prevent you from realizing how terrible the movie's story is.… Expand
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deckSep 25, 2021
Free guy is really great. movie clichés and video game clichés play together like an ai game of pong. an ai game of pong is probably interesting after all.
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SpiRoOct 11, 2021
What a horrible, horrible movie... I simply do not understand how can anyone find this movie entertaining.
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MartinibanditAug 20, 2021
A Must-watch for gamers - fun, light-hearted and refreshingly straightforward. In a year of pandemics and misery, it's exactly the movie I needed to see.
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Razrback16Sep 29, 2021
Overall a mediocre movie, but did have some funny moments. Not a big fan of Taika W. but the rest of the cast did a pretty good job. My wife and I generally have enjoyed Ryan Reynolds movies over the years. I was disappointed with the wokeOverall a mediocre movie, but did have some funny moments. Not a big fan of Taika W. but the rest of the cast did a pretty good job. My wife and I generally have enjoyed Ryan Reynolds movies over the years. I was disappointed with the woke talking points in the movie, referencing 'white privilege' and 'the patriarchy' so that definitely rubbed me the wrong way. Glad I didn't pay to see this - it's things like this that are why I stopped buying movies until I've screened them - can never trust that some far left political agenda isn't going to get shoe-horned into the script. I hope at some point down the road we can get back to good movies without a political agenda. Until then, I'll continue to screen my content and keep my money in my wallet whenever wokeness is detected.… Expand
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InTrippyEntropySep 23, 2021
I liked it better when it was called Deadpool. In fact both Deadpools are better than this movie. Same superhero character. With worse jokes. And uninspired kills. For instance, they stole the lame Girl-shooting-while-riding-backwardsI liked it better when it was called Deadpool. In fact both Deadpools are better than this movie. Same superhero character. With worse jokes. And uninspired kills. For instance, they stole the lame Girl-shooting-while-riding-backwards motorcycle stunt from Knight and Day. And the Antoine Mogul character, tries way too hard to be clever / edgy but ends up just being annoying. The leads are supposed to be in love. But have zero chemistry. The dialogue is strictly after school special. Sorry to sound so negative. But it could have been so much more.… Expand
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RufasaSep 29, 2021
Bit cringy but was slightly enjoying it until I saw ninja and that just ruined the movie for me
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SolearAug 25, 2021
Generally not that bad but there are some anchors that pull it down to the mud. I liked the performance from Raynolds, although it was a bit predictable. The absolute lowpoint of the movie is Waititi's "performance", that dude should not beGenerally not that bad but there are some anchors that pull it down to the mud. I liked the performance from Raynolds, although it was a bit predictable. The absolute lowpoint of the movie is Waititi's "performance", that dude should not be allowed within 1km of any movie production. Absolutely talentless, superbly irritating and without any merit. Single headedly ruined this movie experience for me at least. The move is in par with Ready Player One otherwise, visual effects are similar as well, also the "necessary" product placements and irritating YT streamers. For some people there are some "trigger phrases like "white privilege" and "manbaby" so if you hate this kind of stuff, I totally not recommend this. This movie tries to reinforce stereotypes that all gamers are living in their mom's basement, and if you are playing a video game you are a bad smelling psychopathic **** Even the female gamers are portrayed as "nerdy" In my opinion the move does more harm to gamer culture then good. Although the core concept was not bad, interesting even and Raynolds's & Comer's performance was good, the adverts, the arrogant, stereotypical and condescending attitude of Waititi and the writers drags this movie to the mud.… Expand
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jesclaire2003Aug 28, 2021
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I thought it would suck, but it was actually pretty good. It kept me on the edge of my seat the whole time. Parts were funny, scary, and interesting. 9/10. Only thing I didn't really like was the crude language.… Expand
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mgreensSep 17, 2021
Incredibly pandering and tedious, Free Guy dumbs down the plot to focus on the underwhelming effects and blaring references to better IPs. The concept is good, and it deserved a much more thoughtful execution than this.
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filmtrollSep 23, 2021
Ryan Renolds is a megalomanic... and a genius : by McDonaldizing his obnoxiously sarcastic on screen character coupled with his and annoying godlike narration - on every very single one of his derivative and familiar feeling movie projects-Ryan Renolds is a megalomanic... and a genius : by McDonaldizing his obnoxiously sarcastic on screen character coupled with his and annoying godlike narration - on every very single one of his derivative and familiar feeling movie projects- he has given a young American consumer audience the kind of conformity and predictability their lazy, yet hyperactive, little minds expect to half watch, but want to pay for. Ryan is the new American Movie, uh, reality; Type casting is a positive and profitable thing.… Expand
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GLADIADORAug 23, 2021
Divertido, engraçado e com muito easter eggs e fan service. Free guy é diversão pura, alem de ter uma participação que eu não esperava
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BradMorganAug 30, 2021
This movie is something else. A fresh and funny story and a must see for gamers because of the many references and crossovers to the gaming industry. Where Ryan Renolds once again portrayed his character fantastically, the rest of the castThis movie is something else. A fresh and funny story and a must see for gamers because of the many references and crossovers to the gaming industry. Where Ryan Renolds once again portrayed his character fantastically, the rest of the cast also fitted perfectly into the setting and the story. Of course there are the classic cliché scenes of love, action and humor, but the combination of reality and the digital world made it feel different than in any other film. Besides, there were moments when you actually start thinking, what if AI will actually ever become so smart that it will take on its own life? This thought is fantastic and scary at the same time.… Expand
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YustanAug 26, 2021
Хороший фильм на вечерок с друзьями. Юмор достаточно хороший, в фильме полным полно отсылок (возрадуйтесь, гики)
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LumdogSep 26, 2021
It's a super fun time, albeit a pretty mindless popcorn flick. Ryan Reynolds elevates the simple and cliched material, although Ryan Reynolds is just playing Ryan Reynolds as usual; and his schtick is getting old in my opinion. I love TaikaIt's a super fun time, albeit a pretty mindless popcorn flick. Ryan Reynolds elevates the simple and cliched material, although Ryan Reynolds is just playing Ryan Reynolds as usual; and his schtick is getting old in my opinion. I love Taika Waititi, but man he was so annoying in this. Overall, a decent film to watch with mates or family.… Expand
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SelaxioJan 25, 2022
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. si no fuera por las groserias inecesarias esta pelicula seria facil para niños enserio las palabras obsenas estan muy forzadas… Expand
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blikAug 14, 2021
This could have been a good movie and I enjoyed parts of it. What I didn't care for was the woke ideals being spouted every 15 minutes. Hollywood is just unable to make a neutral tone film and it is wrecking the industry.
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dcrappyvillagerSep 15, 2021
Free Guy is a nonsensical, unfunny and visually boring film that you'll find in the Wal-Mart $4 DVD bin by next year.
Also the game in the movie is basically Mafia City
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flo789654Oct 7, 2021
Incredibly boring. No story and to much video gaming bad ideas. I voted but I only watch 30 min.
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thedaarkbattyAug 14, 2021
I almost liked the movie but of course this is hollywood and they have to showhorn in an awful romance side plot in every one of their movies. Seriously the romance garbage in this "movie" feels like something you'd see on the HallmarkI almost liked the movie but of course this is hollywood and they have to showhorn in an awful romance side plot in every one of their movies. Seriously the romance garbage in this "movie" feels like something you'd see on the Hallmark channel. It's awful..… Expand
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diamondtd98Aug 14, 2021
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The movie was okay for binge trashed move collection but it is copy and pasted work. The casting crew was meh.... really? cast Pokiemane aka known as overrated you know what.… Expand
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jzyk93Aug 15, 2021
CGI and the acting were good but plot is flawed. It's basically "GTA V Online: The Movie". This movie is geared towards needs alike
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PluckyBrit79Aug 22, 2021
Wasted opportunity. Has its moments and worth a watch but could have been so much better. You’ve seen it all before.
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HydraBirdAug 13, 2021
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I got the chance to see this, via Screen Unseen at Odeon. And God, I was disappointed. I had 3 main gripes with this mediocre mess: cinematography, writing, and casting.

Starting off, I found nothing of narrative worth, interesting or new concepts, or entertaining jokes. I think I only laughed once, something beyond a nasal exhale. Whilst talking plot, they clearly don't understand how online games work, even how servers work at all. Games don't slowly just dissapear when being turned off, and in this case, destroyed. The characters don't change at all, or change in literally half a second. Especially the human characters. The ending comes to mind, with her randomly realising the programmer dude, forgot what he's called, just that generic, loves her or whatever. Randomly cuts in the middle of the hug too for whatever reason. Cinematography to me just felt generic. Bland. Nothing. No interesting colour uses, similar lighting throughout, just half assed. I guess the repeating shots are interesting, following the patterns of AI, I suppose.

Casting was a major issue, as with the presence of Taika Waititi. The first thing that comes to mind when a gaming company CEO comes up, is not an old dude from New Zealand, dressed in a mix between hobo clothes and Supreme.

This instantly came off to me as The Lego Movie -esque rip off. Just lazy. First original movie I saw in cinemas this year, and it was trash. Fantastic.… Expand
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muldjordOct 2, 2021
A fun time, although a bit cringy. It almost seems like a parody of itself. And it does go a bit too overboard here and there with the "trying to explain how this works" dialog. I guess they really wanted to make sure the non-gamers in theA fun time, although a bit cringy. It almost seems like a parody of itself. And it does go a bit too overboard here and there with the "trying to explain how this works" dialog. I guess they really wanted to make sure the non-gamers in the audience didn't get lost in all of the concepts at display. And hoo-boy, is there a lot going on. But it kinda works anyway.

I mean, it's a computer game. The physical disconnect between the game and the real-world servers it supposedly runs on is quite palpable throughout if you know even a little bit about how those things work. But I can look past it and just go with the flow on this one. It was entertaining enough that I kind of just went "Meh, I guess I'll just roll with it".… Expand
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JLuis_001Aug 14, 2021
It's unapologetically dumb, and I'm quite capable of appreciating a movie that isn't afraid to embrace the complete absurdity, but Free Guy is a movie lacking in tone and direction.

What this film tries to do for its entire duration is toIt's unapologetically dumb, and I'm quite capable of appreciating a movie that isn't afraid to embrace the complete absurdity, but Free Guy is a movie lacking in tone and direction.

What this film tries to do for its entire duration is to seek to throw as much as it can on the screen in order to make you believe that it's very funny, when in fact it's just repeating itself.

This occurs because after certain situations, pretty much after the first twenty minutes of the story, its arsenal of gags begins to run out severely, so the film begins to fill in the gaps with real-life reactions of some gamers, and news coverage so they can explain you that the character is simply doing something out of the ordinary. As if you weren't already seeing it with your own eyes.

Free Guy is a high-concept idea executed with a defeatist mindset. Why do I say this? Very simple. Its creators and lead actor expect you to be satisfied with just the visuals, so you can forget about the rest.
And it's not that I've tried to find some kind of narrative depth in this film, I'd be fooling myself, but it's a little hard to avoid thinking about it when the lead character, despite his eternal smile, is basically having an existential crisis.

Free Guy is just entertainment. Dumb entertainment, but its ambitions are conscious enough to die there, but it's entertainment that becomes hollow after a while, which is ironic considering the story takes place in an open-world video game, and those games need a huge amount of variants to not bore the player.
The presence of Ryan Reynolds playing himself for the umpteenth time, stopped being enough for me quite a while ago.… Expand
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tropicAcesAug 13, 2021
It’s got some major pacing issues, but there’s a lot of fun Easter eggs and Ryan Reynolds doing his best Ryan Reynolds impression. Better than Ready Player One.
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TheQuietGamerJan 4, 2022
The thing that impressed me the most about Free Guy was its dedication to the concept of being set in a video game world. It's evident the people behind the movie actually had some idea of how video games work, which leads to the wholeThe thing that impressed me the most about Free Guy was its dedication to the concept of being set in a video game world. It's evident the people behind the movie actually had some idea of how video games work, which leads to the whole synopsis of an NPC somehow evolving beyond his programing and becoming self-aware make a bit of sense and feel believable to an extent. The filmmakers' insight into the medium and culture can be seen in other things as well, like the presence of a player avatar realistically glitching out in the background of a scene or the appearance of significant streaming icons like "Ninja" and "Jacksepticeye" commenting on the events. Those aren't the most significant aspects, but are stuff the kids will love and help prevent the feature from coming off as blatantly uninformed to anyone who has picked up a controller before.

The plot itself is almost a direct copy of The Lego Movie in that it too tells the story of an average dude who's content to live out his mundane existence in a state of blissful ignorance until one day falling for a determined, brooding woman on a mission and inadvertently becoming the only hope of saving his world from a corporate narcissist. None of the characters outside of the protagonist and his best friend (as well as Channing Tatum in a HILARIOUS cameo) make much of an impression, and the romance component really shouldn't have centered around Jodie Comer and either of the two dudes interested in her, but rather Reynolds and Lil Rey Howery. A hill I will die on due to their perfect chemistry and already adorable platonic relationship that's practically begging to be taken further.

Still, the writing does its job of acting as a vehicle for the comedy. This isn't the funniest picture out there, but is ultimately amusing enough for me to recommend it even as things like the action fall flat on their face. Reynolds is such a naturally charismatic star and while this does seem more scripted and wholesome than were used to from him, that snarky, off the cuff wit he's known for still shines through at points. So does his potty mouth unfortunately, so parents may want to make note of that well-deserved PG-13 rating.

I'm not sure we're in desperate need of the already planned sequel, but I'd probably still turn up to watch it anyways. It's got that same affable, whimsical nature I've come to associate with Shawn Levy movies and is surely a crowd pleaser. This isn't the deepest piece of cinema around and is unlikely to blow anyone away. Sometimes all you need though is a light, enjoyable watch that can be easily moved on from afterwards, and Free Guy fits that bill perfectly. Plus, it comes with the added bonus of being the best film to make greater use of video games beyond just adapting them since the last Jumanji.

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FranzHcriticSep 6, 2021
Ryan Reynolds carries some of that Deadpool spark into a fun gamer sci-fi. Compared to the characters of Deadpool and Jodie Comer's Villanelle, 'Free Guy' is almost a family film. Almost. It certainly contains some plot holes and even someRyan Reynolds carries some of that Deadpool spark into a fun gamer sci-fi. Compared to the characters of Deadpool and Jodie Comer's Villanelle, 'Free Guy' is almost a family film. Almost. It certainly contains some plot holes and even some romance clichés, but it was fun and entertaining from beginning to end. Definitely worth the admission price.… Expand
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PanchogulJan 4, 2022
No es muy entretenida, Ryan Reynolds lo hace bastante bien, pero siento que aquí le faltó chispa, no conforme con eso la historia se tarda mucho en tomar cuerpo cuando ni siquiera tiene mucha complejidad, se vuelve tediosa y lenta másNo es muy entretenida, Ryan Reynolds lo hace bastante bien, pero siento que aquí le faltó chispa, no conforme con eso la historia se tarda mucho en tomar cuerpo cuando ni siquiera tiene mucha complejidad, se vuelve tediosa y lenta más temprano que tarde.… Expand
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KaihakuNov 12, 2021
Fantastic surprise. Ryan Reynolds had fallen into the rut of fielding the Deadpool persona in pretty all of his recent films but broke free here by going for the inverse; being the one guy not in on the meta (can we still say meta or willFantastic surprise. Ryan Reynolds had fallen into the rut of fielding the Deadpool persona in pretty all of his recent films but broke free here by going for the inverse; being the one guy not in on the meta (can we still say meta or will Facebook sue?). While the film could have gone a bit deeper with it's critiques of big video game publishers, how they devour creative properties, and abuse their developers...it still made the critique for which it deserves credit. The acting is surprisingly solid (all around), the over the top CGI action works for once (helps that they aim for hilarity), and the plot has some nuance to it. To summarize in a sentence; the best video game movie to date that amuses with solid visual spectacle and comedy while being surprisingly smart.… Expand
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miccaelAug 17, 2021
Let me start by saying how fun this movie is. It is really IS fun. Does not mean it's perfect. In fact, it breaks logic of the premise several times. Love story is cliche, pacing is not well either. But most jokes land, an average gamer wouldLet me start by saying how fun this movie is. It is really IS fun. Does not mean it's perfect. In fact, it breaks logic of the premise several times. Love story is cliche, pacing is not well either. But most jokes land, an average gamer would know almost all references here. This is movie for us, but then for non-gamer people this would not work (for example Ready Player One did work and people like my old parents understood it at least and could follow).
The "YouTubers and streamers" part was nice but in my opinion was a bit too much, just show once, we are not here for Ninja's commentary on the movie. By far the best cameos are towards the end. And "final boss" scene was the most fun too. 3.5/5 is fair I think. And I feel it would be enjoyable as well on second viewing later.… Expand
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Stream2BigScreeAug 16, 2021
A big weekend hit the theater this past freaky Friday. We have the pleasure of reviewing Free Guy. A movie that drove me crazy in the theaters in the big media push last year finally has made it’s way to the big screen. Free Guy stars RyanA big weekend hit the theater this past freaky Friday. We have the pleasure of reviewing Free Guy. A movie that drove me crazy in the theaters in the big media push last year finally has made it’s way to the big screen. Free Guy stars Ryan Reynolds as a video game bank teller that discovers that he’s actually a non-playable character inside a brutal video game. Blue Shirt Guy feels he’s destined for more but let’s see what he becomes.

Ok, let’s get this out of the way – this movie at PG-13 is so darn cute. It is such a far step from Deadpool or The Hitman’s Bodyguard‘s raunchiness that I forgot that Ryan Reynolds could do a witty comedy without a potty mouth. I wish he’d go back to days of comedies like The Proposal. What a classic! Anyway, the storylines in the film just make you want to say “awwww” by the end of the movie. We have a coming of age, emancipation, and a love story all wrapped in one. Yet, all of it is a new age gamer’s delight. The CGI and animation are similar to many of the worlds of GTA, Fortnite, Roblox and others, which makes this movie very fun. Gamers will definitely watch this flick and say I’ve definitely done those exact things over the years and it just makes you feel good. Other than the gaming nostalgia, the movie just feels lighthearted and makes you feel good.

Nevertheless, the same things that make this movie enjoyable also make it slightly corny, annoying or unoriginal. The comedy through the movie is good, only a few hard laughs but at least, it keeps you chuckling throughout. That chuckle that’s like, “this is a bit corny but cute” *giggle*; or, Ryan’s doing this shtick again but without cursing, *yawn*; or I like you Taika but this is a bit much. On top of that, aside from the cuteness, it feels “been there, done that”. In fact, I found myself saying is this just Ready Player One with just new age games? Unfortunately, it does feel like that movie mixed with other unrequited love stories. That’s saying too much but it won’t hurt you’re viewing pleasure anyway. Either way, the cast does a good job as a whole even if they didn’t have much to work with.

With that said, Shawn Levy, Ryan Reynolds and gang did an great job giving us this Free City world. Free Guy is the type of movie that makes you say, “Aww that was nice” but doesn’t knock your socks off. The plot and writing are a bit obvious and cliché but the overall feel of the movie is so cute. I think this movie speaks more to the young gamer community looking to find their place in the world; but if you are looking for a nice lighthearted comedy, especially if you’re a gamer, check out Free Guy with bowl of popcorn. This is a matinee, family friendly dream.… Expand
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