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Dwalla97Feb 28, 2016

Right now let's agree on some basic beliefs. Egypt is in Africa. That does not mean that everyone one in Africa has dark skin. Is that really how far people have fallen. Right away, we stereotype all African's as black. How absurdlyRight now let's agree on some basic beliefs. Egypt is in Africa. That does not mean that everyone one in Africa has dark skin. Is that really how far people have fallen. Right away, we stereotype all African's as black. How absurdly incorrect. The movie was well balanced, it's the circumstances that are elsewhere that are effecting this movie.
This movie was a fun ride, and for some it is exactly what some people were looking for. The story was put into place, and you can find a excellent villain in Butler. The acting was light, but not without it's darker moments. The vision was exceptional in how far they wished to push the boundaries of storytelling. The movie was well paced, with an epic climax. Maybe everyone is not going to like it. Still you can guarantee yourself that everyone will remember it.… Expand

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SkeptecFeb 28, 2016

I'm not sure why this has so many low scores. Especially for "all of the gods being white". There was actually a black god, I guess they watched a different movie than I did. The only thing I did not like about this movie is some of theI'm not sure why this has so many low scores. Especially for "all of the gods being white". There was actually a black god, I guess they watched a different movie than I did. The only thing I did not like about this movie is some of the romance scenes and some of the CGI wasn't very believable and for lack of a better phrase, "Gay looking". This movie is action packed, and the story is pretty solid. I'm going to have to give it a 6 or 7 out of 10, because it was clearly above 5, which is what I consider to be average. I'm going to give it a 10 on metacritic to balance all of these people who aren't able to see the black god of wisdom.… Expand

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R6exMay 19, 2016

I seriously don't understand what's all the hate for this movie. Its a well-crafted, quality, entertaining piece of art. Other than the typical Egyptian myth, magic and romance, it has interesting new ideas that were well-flashed out. I won'tI seriously don't understand what's all the hate for this movie. Its a well-crafted, quality, entertaining piece of art. Other than the typical Egyptian myth, magic and romance, it has interesting new ideas that were well-flashed out. I won't go into details for fear of giving away the plot lines, but safe to say that its got a touching romance story, likable & lovely/macho characters, impressive CGI effects and good pacing with enough action to satisfy. I love it! Better than many other Egyptian movies.… Expand

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GatsuBerserkerJun 12, 2016

I watched this after seeing the trailer and reviews first so I expected a really dull experience. Instead of that I got a decent amount of fun, the movie is far from terrible how many describe it. Yes, some bad acting here and there but notI watched this after seeing the trailer and reviews first so I expected a really dull experience. Instead of that I got a decent amount of fun, the movie is far from terrible how many describe it. Yes, some bad acting here and there but not that bad. Good story, action, cast, effects also not as bad as they say etc. I gave it a 10 because of the unjustly low average score, otherwise I'd give it a 7.… Expand

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LeZeeJul 14, 2016

A fight among the gods, for the Egyptian empire.

I like this director, but this is not his best work. I think the Hollywood fed up with Greek stuffs, now they're looking at the ancient Egypt. Where's the next stop? India? This film was notA fight among the gods, for the Egyptian empire.

I like this director, but this is not his best work. I think the Hollywood fed up with Greek stuffs, now they're looking at the ancient Egypt. Where's the next stop? India? This film was not a bad idea. I liked the story, a mission based concept, but I did not like the CGI. Visually, it was okay, though those CGI characters felt like they're from sci-fi. I think they inspired by the ancient Egyptian arts. Other than that, this film is enjoyable.

At least I knew about Greek deities, I learnt a few words and names about Egypt mythology through this. Gerard Butler in a negative shade was good and the other actors too decent. I was not interested in this film, but now somewhat I enjoyed it, that mean they should stop it here, no sequel please.

I had no issue with the casting, it is a marketing strategy. You can't just put a new foreign face in front of the camera and make money out of it. Cinema itself means fake display. Age, skin, death, everything is fake. So people must learn to accept it similar to when a black, Malaysian or Indonesian man says he's a mooslim, but genetically he's not, just converted to.

Well composed stunt sequences, especially bloods with liquid gold, totally got the PG13. Least expected film of the year, but got entertained better. It got the mixed response and mostly negative feedback from the critics, but who knows you might have a good time like I did. So you could try it if you want in your free time, because it is not worth to spend your valuable time.

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ManjitJun 28, 2016

Not sure where to start with this movie.. though a great cast but in an entirely wrong movie. The special effects were good but that's to be expected from a "blockbuster" but the character relationships and mediocre acting suspended believeNot sure where to start with this movie.. though a great cast but in an entirely wrong movie. The special effects were good but that's to be expected from a "blockbuster" but the character relationships and mediocre acting suspended believe to disbelief. Though this movie will undoubtedly appeal to a lot of folks I just found this to be a one time watch and painful one at that.… Expand

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djalphaJul 15, 2016

Look, I can't say this was a thought-through, well directed gem (because a couple of their facts are wonky),but it was genuinely enjoyable. I gotta give it credit for its stunning graphics, because the movie looks amazing. All in all, ILook, I can't say this was a thought-through, well directed gem (because a couple of their facts are wonky),but it was genuinely enjoyable. I gotta give it credit for its stunning graphics, because the movie looks amazing. All in all, I thought it was really entertaining, and it's beautiful the whole way through. Isn't that what movies are about?… Expand

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dc127Aug 23, 2016

I went into this movie with pretty low expectations. I rented it from the library so there was absolutely no cost for me other than time spent watching the movie. I have to say it wasn't terrible. The CGI effects are outdated, but other thanI went into this movie with pretty low expectations. I rented it from the library so there was absolutely no cost for me other than time spent watching the movie. I have to say it wasn't terrible. The CGI effects are outdated, but other than that it was ok. Gerard Butler and Nikolaj Coster-Waldau both do excellent jobs. Brenton Thwaites is utterly forgettable as Bek. Everyone else does a fine job as secondary background characters.

The movie is entertaining rather than a work of art. I enjoyed this much more than I did Suicide Squad, Batman vs. Superman, or heck even Civil War. I think the movie took an inordinate amount of flak because the lead characters were white and there were cries of "white washing." For the record 1) classical Egyptians (or modern ones for that matter) were never black. 2) Egypt was conquered by Alexander the Great so a large chunk of Egyptian rulers (e.g. Cleopatra) were actually of Greek decent (i.e. white). I mean should more of the actors have been brown or Mediterranean hued? Sure. Is that what should define a movie? Not really. Judge it on its merits.… Expand

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AthanasiosTJun 10, 2016

Pretty good adventurous mythical movie about ancient Egypt, with some cool effects, good and bad heroes and characters and the whole Egyptian mythology displayed on screen (maybe slightly altered, but ok). It was fun to watch and I think my 2Pretty good adventurous mythical movie about ancient Egypt, with some cool effects, good and bad heroes and characters and the whole Egyptian mythology displayed on screen (maybe slightly altered, but ok). It was fun to watch and I think my 2 hours were well spent. Why the negativity, people ? What did you expect, a social drama ? Read the title before going to the cinema...… Expand

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aguila9Apr 21, 2017

Visually ZERO. Story ZERO. Acting ZERO. You could drop a sudden "sharknado" in the middle of this mess and you would not bat an eye---it would count as story development.

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LongshotsJun 11, 2016

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rockonMar 31, 2018

Ham and Cheese fest with lousy CGI. The acting is so hammy and much of the dialogue so stupid that it's almost like comedy. Maybe it would have been a game breaker on getting the film made. But they should have made this an R film and givenHam and Cheese fest with lousy CGI. The acting is so hammy and much of the dialogue so stupid that it's almost like comedy. Maybe it would have been a game breaker on getting the film made. But they should have made this an R film and given it a harder edge. Then perhaps it would not have been so incredibly silly.… Expand

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BrainbusterAug 19, 2016

This is a good movie. The acting was good,
the pacing was rushed at some parts (for example, when Jamie Lanister
reluctantly gave the man-cub the bejeweled bracelet-- there should have been a pause there; he should've looked conflictedThis is a good movie. The acting was good,
the pacing was rushed at some parts (for example, when Jamie Lanister
reluctantly gave the man-cub the bejeweled bracelet-- there should have been a pause there;
he should've looked conflicted for more than half a second, which is what we see--if I were giving the mortal
my deceased girlfriend's bracelet, it would move me for at least a few seconds).

This movie has both plot and character development.
Leonidas was blood-thirsty, so I did not like him at all.

I think many of the low reviews come from Christians
who watch the film and suddenly realized that their religion wasn't as original or unique
as they thought. I guess they missed the part in the Bible where god mentions other gods.… Expand

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MovieFan2000Jul 21, 2016

Just watched it on Blu-ray - had to wait until now since it was repeatedly delayed. Was supposed to be shown in the cinemas here, but at the last moment they changed their minds, pulling it. Too bad, I would have loved to watch it in 3D.
IJust watched it on Blu-ray - had to wait until now since it was repeatedly delayed. Was supposed to be shown in the cinemas here, but at the last moment they changed their minds, pulling it. Too bad, I would have loved to watch it in 3D.
I think it's a great movie in the vein of "Flash Gordon" (1980). Funny and doesn't take itself too seriously.… Expand

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ScarlettMiNov 23, 2016

What a mess of a movie. It's just a bunch of glowing CGI nonsense slopped all over the screen while actors, both with and without talent, wander around. This is not a movie I would pay to see but even catching it for free on televisionWhat a mess of a movie. It's just a bunch of glowing CGI nonsense slopped all over the screen while actors, both with and without talent, wander around. This is not a movie I would pay to see but even catching it for free on television doesn't mitigate how much of a waste of space it is.

Despite the garishness of it all, there were a couple character beats that held some potential, but sadly that went mostly unrealized. It just wasn't a good movie. Even as mindless action, it didn't really work, because the preponderance of bad CGI just made everything feel too cartoonish.… Expand

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DirectorCriticsApr 15, 2017

This is movie is really bad, it is a totally lost of money go to see it on the cinema.Is so bad, i don´t have more words to describe this ****,what was thinking the director and the writers?

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PATRICKBAETA7May 8, 2017

This movie is fantastic! A good thing beying Wronged. I just loved the whole filme because it has a big story and chains us from the start to the end.

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jimmywalterMay 22, 2016

I am astounded at the bad reviews. The movie was very entertaining and well done, the images stunning, better than many sci-fi movies. Perhaps the reviewers are Christian or Muslim bigots trying to suppress this movie (all religions areI am astounded at the bad reviews. The movie was very entertaining and well done, the images stunning, better than many sci-fi movies. Perhaps the reviewers are Christian or Muslim bigots trying to suppress this movie (all religions are fantasy bigotry meant to control the masses). I was glued to the screen for the entire time. I even cried over parts that touched my heart. I will see it again and again since it is now on my list of favorites.… Expand

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hunkybabyMar 2, 2016

I don't usually write reviews but this one definitely deserve it, I don't care who was playing it, how much budget it was thrown into, as long as the movie is great, I'm satisfied. For fantasy movie lovers, ever since LOTR and Avatar nothingI don't usually write reviews but this one definitely deserve it, I don't care who was playing it, how much budget it was thrown into, as long as the movie is great, I'm satisfied. For fantasy movie lovers, ever since LOTR and Avatar nothing ever came close. The special effects might make u roll your eyes a bit but it definitely doesn't deserve the hate. Go watch for yourself and decide.… Expand

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LexxyTMay 26, 2016

I honestly don't know what people are complaining about. I absolutely enjoyed this movie. I just finished watching it and I could watch it again right now. I thought it was very well done. I love egyptian mythology movies and there is suchI honestly don't know what people are complaining about. I absolutely enjoyed this movie. I just finished watching it and I could watch it again right now. I thought it was very well done. I love egyptian mythology movies and there is such a small amount of them done in this genre that I found this very welcoming. Boo to all the haters! Go and watch your boring reality crap if you can't take this at the entertainment value presented to you. You're probably the same kind of haters that bag out Stargate!… Expand

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BikerjamesFeb 29, 2016

I had to see this film because it was directed by Alex Proyas, one of my favorite directors. Although the movie is certainly not a classic, it isn't as bad as the reviews indicate. I was never bored and I thought the special effects fit theI had to see this film because it was directed by Alex Proyas, one of my favorite directors. Although the movie is certainly not a classic, it isn't as bad as the reviews indicate. I was never bored and I thought the special effects fit the tone of the film. All the actors seemed to be into the movie, especially Gerard Butler and Brenton Thwaites. I also enjoyed Geoffrey Rush as "Ra" the sun God. I felt that the movie was trying to capture the spirit of some of the old classics like "Clash of the Titans", and for me it succeeded on that level.… Expand

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TuivelMay 1, 2016

I found the movie very entertaining and don't really understand why it gets so many bad reviews. It's a fun mix of mythology, action and fantasy. Some great visuals and epic scenes, one of my favourites beeing Ra's fight upon the sun barqueI found the movie very entertaining and don't really understand why it gets so many bad reviews. It's a fun mix of mythology, action and fantasy. Some great visuals and epic scenes, one of my favourites beeing Ra's fight upon the sun barque against the god of darkness and chaos Apophis! I could imagine that the CGI could maybe look a bit unrealistic or cheesy on a normal screen, but seeing it in 3D on the big screen it actually looked rather convincing and cool. And it's not easy to display gods and their epic fights in a way that does them justice without getting too over the top. Gerard Butler is allways fun to watch, and the others are doing ok. Some lines are cheesy, but overall the characters are likeable. Script and story are ok too. I liked the way they portraied the gods. Wielding terrible power, but not almighty, and rather human like in character. More entertaining and closer to the mythological source material than other movies like Clash of the Titans, or Thor. And yes they cast white actors (among others) to play egyptian gods which is not ideal, but understandable. If europeans can deal with a black Heimdal in Thor (you know, the god that is literally called "the whitest of the Aesir" and "the white As" in the source mythology), egyptians should be able to handle a white Horus. Hey at least Toth was black and Anubis was a Jackal. What more do you want? ;)… Expand

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blueadept7May 25, 2016

When I first watched this, i kept on thinking about all the negative critiques it got. After i had seen it, none of them seemed to matter. This movie will never be Oscar worthy, or a great literary masterpiece but it is fun and entertaining.When I first watched this, i kept on thinking about all the negative critiques it got. After i had seen it, none of them seemed to matter. This movie will never be Oscar worthy, or a great literary masterpiece but it is fun and entertaining. Watching movies isn't always about deep thinking, or, epiphanies, sometimes it is just about having fun, and the actors above all, give us that.… Expand

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Costs1129Jun 10, 2016

Wow, so much hate for this movie? Did I missing something? Did the director shoot a panda in real life of something? Honestly, the movie was fun to watch. Over the top? Crazy? Elaborate? Sure. But did any of you go into the movie expectingWow, so much hate for this movie? Did I missing something? Did the director shoot a panda in real life of something? Honestly, the movie was fun to watch. Over the top? Crazy? Elaborate? Sure. But did any of you go into the movie expecting otherwise? I loved the sets and the animations were fun. The back and forth was enjoyable too. For those of you expecting a documentary about Egypt, or a Shawshank redemption heart puller, can I ask what made you expect either?… Expand

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martinlasoMay 27, 2016

I watched it with no expectations due to the fact that I always make an average between critics reviews and user reviews. This movie was super fun, good action , interesting story, yeah there are some cheesy parts what I asume you expect itI watched it with no expectations due to the fact that I always make an average between critics reviews and user reviews. This movie was super fun, good action , interesting story, yeah there are some cheesy parts what I asume you expect it as the movie is a fiction, action -adventure title. I say give it a chance , I liked it .… Expand

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InarieJun 4, 2016

I made the mistake of not going to see this in the theater due to the horrible reviews. Huge mistake on my part. My son & I absolutely loved this movie when we watched it tonight. Extremely entertaining and well crafted. We loved theI made the mistake of not going to see this in the theater due to the horrible reviews. Huge mistake on my part. My son & I absolutely loved this movie when we watched it tonight. Extremely entertaining and well crafted. We loved the overall storyline and smirked at the humorous areas. The special effects were well done though a little heavy at times. Loved the actors. Overall nicely done. Going to watch it again tomorrow.… Expand

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Ichi_VanillaJun 4, 2016

This is a solid entertaining movie that is getting way too much hate for asinine reasons. The effects are very good most of the time, while unfortunately falling short during some scenes. The story is fine for an epic popcorn style movie, yetThis is a solid entertaining movie that is getting way too much hate for asinine reasons. The effects are very good most of the time, while unfortunately falling short during some scenes. The story is fine for an epic popcorn style movie, yet again, a few scenes show through where the acting falls short. If you look past these shortcomings and come in with a positive attitude and don't expect anything intellectually groundbreaking - this movie is totally fine. It's probably the best Egyptian themed movie you're going to see for a new few years. Ignore the critics and just watch it for yourself.… Expand

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samichsupernovaMar 1, 2016

I don't see why there's so much hate for this movie. It was clearly meant to be little more than a green-screen action spectacle, but this one leans heavily on its mythological elements, which some will enjoy more than others. The actionI don't see why there's so much hate for this movie. It was clearly meant to be little more than a green-screen action spectacle, but this one leans heavily on its mythological elements, which some will enjoy more than others. The action ranges from so-so (obviously green-screen pyramid fight scene) to cool (magical babes riding giant flame-throwing cobras) to incredible (anything with Ra and the hell monster).

I'm guessing that a lot of the negativity is a result of the writing. It's true, the dialogue is lacking and there are several cheesy lines, but the benefit of the fast-paced script is that it conveys the solid world-building clearly. The story moves at a good pace, and the characters are likable and act in ways that make sense. None of the main characters do anything stupid, and the villain doesn't make dumb decisions. So that's already an improvement over most films of this genre.

I want to believe in this world and I would like to see sequels with these characters but unfortunately due to this film having an estimated disappointing performance, that doesn't seem to be likely.

The only things worth complaining about are a lack of a memorable script and the very green-screen look, which is a result of everything being shot and lit a little too perfectly and being comped into backgrounds that can resemble a very well-rendered PS4 game. I am a big fan of director Alex Proyas' "The Crow" and "Dark City". This is not his best work but I definitely think it's being overly thrashed. If you enjoyed "Prince of Persia" and "Clash of the Titans", you'll probably enjoy this, too.… Expand

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MadMooseMar 3, 2016

I never write reviews on metacritic. However I felt I had to balance out all the hate this movie is receiving. The movie is pretty good, it is something different and visually stunning imo.

Don't listen to the critics , just rent it andI never write reviews on metacritic. However I felt I had to balance out all the hate this movie is receiving. The movie is pretty good, it is something different and visually stunning imo.

Don't listen to the critics , just rent it and see for yourself.… Expand

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pgreensFeb 29, 2016

Don't go into this movie expecting an accurate, scientific study of Egypt and Egyptian lore. This is just meant to be a fun, action-packed visual thrill ride against the backdrop of a mythical Egypt. The visual effects were imaginative andDon't go into this movie expecting an accurate, scientific study of Egypt and Egyptian lore. This is just meant to be a fun, action-packed visual thrill ride against the backdrop of a mythical Egypt. The visual effects were imaginative and spectacular. The action scenes are paced well.

This movies main weakness is character development. The main character seems like a super-human homeless person, which doesn't make much sense. Of course, it's hard to feel for the Gods, because, well, they're Gods with precious few flaws to make them relate-able.

If you just want to turn your brain off and see action, near death escapes, and creative visual effects, this is the movie for you.… Expand

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DyliebarMar 2, 2016

This movie is terrible, it really is! This movie, however, makes a really good guilty pleasure movie, it's mindless entertaining and laughable in a really horrible way!!!

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YoMammyFeb 28, 2016

I don't know why all these reviews are so bad when me and my mother saw it in 3d and we both thought it was good. I would say it's about as good as 300 part 2. I would give it a 10 but I'm an honest reviewer and there is always somethingI don't know why all these reviews are so bad when me and my mother saw it in 3d and we both thought it was good. I would say it's about as good as 300 part 2. I would give it a 10 but I'm an honest reviewer and there is always something that can be improved upon so the only movie I would give a 10 to would be a movie that absolutely blows me away and does everything perfectly. People who give this a score lower than a 6 can absolutely be disregarded as bias and comparing it to a movie that they think it should be. Graphics are amazing in 3d, the story is pretty good and I couldn't find anything wrong with the movie as a whole. I watched a video review of this movie before I went to see it and it was giving it a bad rating, then I came to this website to see what the review was and also got a bad rating so I had to go see it myself and now I am baffled by these ratings because it is actually not near as bad as everyone is saying.… Expand

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MacrovMar 13, 2016

This movie was pretty fun to watch. No the CGI wasn't perfect, and no the mythology wasn't followed strictly, but who said it was supposed to? This is another fun action movie with some touching bits thrown in every now and then. If you likeThis movie was pretty fun to watch. No the CGI wasn't perfect, and no the mythology wasn't followed strictly, but who said it was supposed to? This is another fun action movie with some touching bits thrown in every now and then. If you like action movies, I would say go see it. It isn't as action heavy as London has Fallen, but it is still fun nonetheless. I do feel like it got a bit too long in the tooth by the end of the running time, it felt like it could have ended maybe 15 or 25 minutes earlier.… Expand

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AryamanSFeb 29, 2016

I think this movie does not deserve such backlash from critics. Yes!!! there is whitewashing but that does not necessarily mean the movie is boring and offensive. Its absolute FUN!!. Alex Proyas really did a lot of work on this.

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chidimeMay 29, 2016

CGI CGI CGI... That about sums up what I actually like about this movie. From watching the trailers, this movie became on my must-see list just because of the impressive and glittery CGI. The only damper to the amazing CGI was the sizeCGI CGI CGI... That about sums up what I actually like about this movie. From watching the trailers, this movie became on my must-see list just because of the impressive and glittery CGI. The only damper to the amazing CGI was the size difference b/w the gods and mortals. That looked weird and amateur. As for the movie itself, I couldn't and still can't understand gods dying. Why are mortals called 'mortals' if even gods themselves can easily die en masse? All-in-ll, this movie is only getting a 6 and not a 2 or 3 because of the CGI. If you enjoy CGI, you must watch this. Hail CGI!… Expand

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DenzilNov 7, 2016

This is family/fairy tale/adventure movie. I have enjoyed it a lot. Besides I was positively suprised that this movie digs deep into Egyptian mythology and is mostly very accurate to this. I give 10/10 not to rise up average score but becuaseThis is family/fairy tale/adventure movie. I have enjoyed it a lot. Besides I was positively suprised that this movie digs deep into Egyptian mythology and is mostly very accurate to this. I give 10/10 not to rise up average score but becuase I really like that movie so much. For me it was fresh and fun.… Expand

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smiyamotJun 3, 2016

Egypt, the pyramids, the Sphinx, who hasn't studied them in school? I always knew they worshipped many Gods, but how did that all come about? This movie provided the back story on how the Gods related to each other, fought each other, etc.Egypt, the pyramids, the Sphinx, who hasn't studied them in school? I always knew they worshipped many Gods, but how did that all come about? This movie provided the back story on how the Gods related to each other, fought each other, etc. I was never that interested to research this, but the movie made for an interesting story. I didn't know the Gods were bigger than humans; had to do "Lord of the Rings" film tricks to make that happen. Okay, the rest of the film was a lot of computerizing: buildings, armies, etc, interesting to see at first, but loses its charm over 2 hours.… Expand

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GreatGatsbyJan 27, 2017

Gods of Egypt is a big, original, spectacle film that feels have if all the money was spent on the spectacle with a lack of any originality. The film mirrors a number of films, most amusingly Disney films such as Aladdin and The Lion King,Gods of Egypt is a big, original, spectacle film that feels have if all the money was spent on the spectacle with a lack of any originality. The film mirrors a number of films, most amusingly Disney films such as Aladdin and The Lion King, and attempts to pursue a big budget film for the eyes, though anyone with reasonable sense would laugh at the misguided ideals brought up within the picture. The film did provide a spectacle, however, with a number of interesting characters and interesting moments throughout. The plot makes little sense and the whitewashing element so heavily discussed is greatly prominent within the film, and many parts of the film come off a cheesy or unattempted humor. The film was interesting overall, and for those looking for a fun movie for the family or friends to watch would probably enjoy it, though looking past the great effects and colorful characters, one would come to find out this is only just an OK Movie.… Expand

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ProteusFeb 27, 2016

Borderline cornball classic. Lots and lots of delicious eye candy. Don't dismiss this movie due to poor critic response. There is an outer space scene. A dozen crazy monster like characters. Multiple super silly love stories. Action galore.Borderline cornball classic. Lots and lots of delicious eye candy. Don't dismiss this movie due to poor critic response. There is an outer space scene. A dozen crazy monster like characters. Multiple super silly love stories. Action galore. Glee inducing dumb dialogue. If they could have just committed to being a screwball movie this would have been a classic. You might want to see this movie. You will almost surely be entertained.… Expand

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JLJFeb 26, 2016

This movie suuuuuucks. How can they spend this much money for this much suck?

Just wait until it shows up on netflix and then just make sure you never click on it.

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SirstivFeb 28, 2016

This movie is getting slaughtered only to the overly pedantic.
Currently in theaters, there is nothing else that will give you that ultimate fantasy / battle feel.
This movie oozes 'God of War' and while the CGI at times looks cheap, it isThis movie is getting slaughtered only to the overly pedantic.
Currently in theaters, there is nothing else that will give you that ultimate fantasy / battle feel.
This movie oozes 'God of War' and while the CGI at times looks cheap, it is a rather fun, interesting and action packed narrative.
I never felt bored at any point during the film. It fully commits to its own plot.
Don't go watch it if you're going to judge it with your politically correct goggles on.
This was a great film in 3D.… Expand

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BshopFeb 27, 2016

Awful, just awful. Makes Clash of the Titans look good.
If you want Egyptian entertainment, see The Mummy series instead, much better and more entertaining.
The only good thing about this movie releasing is I don't have so see that trailerAwful, just awful. Makes Clash of the Titans look good.
If you want Egyptian entertainment, see The Mummy series instead, much better and more entertaining.
The only good thing about this movie releasing is I don't have so see that trailer anymore. Silver lining.… Expand

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papadrew7May 19, 2016

I only got through the first 50 minutes of agony of this movie. Before I wrote this I tried hard to think of any redeemable quality about this movie and couldn't think of a single thing. The writing sucks, the acting sucks, and the cgi sucks.I only got through the first 50 minutes of agony of this movie. Before I wrote this I tried hard to think of any redeemable quality about this movie and couldn't think of a single thing. The writing sucks, the acting sucks, and the cgi sucks. This is another example of cgi just destroying a movie. YOu have to have a balance of real sets with cgi. I'm not kidding when I say I don't think there was a single real set made for this movie. Just stay away or reccommend this movie to someone you hate.… Expand

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DramaKingFeb 27, 2016

This whole genre has been a cinematic failure and with this film the trend continues stronger than ever. From over the top special effects trying too hard to please audience, to poor character development and dialogue, there really wasn'tThis whole genre has been a cinematic failure and with this film the trend continues stronger than ever. From over the top special effects trying too hard to please audience, to poor character development and dialogue, there really wasn't much to write home about. In fact, I was really just wanting it to end,… Expand

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UncleBen7889Mar 4, 2016

What. A. Terrible. Movie. Worst movie i have seen. DO NOT RECOMMEND TO WATCH. Cheesy, goofy acting, writing is god awful, I can't explain how awful the CGI is, welcome back to 2003. This is supposed to be good????????? And the directorWhat. A. Terrible. Movie. Worst movie i have seen. DO NOT RECOMMEND TO WATCH. Cheesy, goofy acting, writing is god awful, I can't explain how awful the CGI is, welcome back to 2003. This is supposed to be good????????? And the director calling critics idiots? How worse can this get, just don't watch it. Please. For your money.… Expand

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Nobilis1984Apr 23, 2016

130 million has burned this film.
It looks visually good but that do a lot of movies. But if we take the story, screenplay, cast and the rest under the microscope shows the whole misery.
A fürchtbar dreary and boring movie with weak actors130 million has burned this film.
It looks visually good but that do a lot of movies. But if we take the story, screenplay, cast and the rest under the microscope shows the whole misery.
A fürchtbar dreary and boring movie with weak actors and a bad director.
Too bad about the money.… Expand

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CineAutoctonoMar 25, 2016

"Gods of Egypt" is a movie that the first part was interesting , but the second was very boring , very boring , I loved the special effects and music , but that does not may redeem , and the results is more worst than " Knowing" .

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TheQuietGamerAug 14, 2016

Big, pompous, and flashy. It's an overblown, fantasy CGI-fest. Admittedly though it's better than the rest of it's ilk. It's still got it's cheesiness, but what saves the movie from being terrible is that it manages to keep a mostlyBig, pompous, and flashy. It's an overblown, fantasy CGI-fest. Admittedly though it's better than the rest of it's ilk. It's still got it's cheesiness, but what saves the movie from being terrible is that it manages to keep a mostly straight-face about itself. It never dives into any camp or self-aware humor. That ultimately saves it's stupidity from being, well, just too stupid.

It's got some interesting twists on Egyptian mythology. Things get pretty crazy and weird at times. That's something that ultimately works in it's favor. The amount of crazy crap going on keeps things moving even when the movie is focusing on overly familiar themes of revenge, redemption, and love. The cast itself is great. For whatever reason though, the director (Alex Proyas) has Brenton Thwaites acting way too calm in the face of danger. To the point where it doesn't make any sense. Nikolaj Coster-Waldau of Game of Thrones fame is the highlight. I've never been a big Gerard Butler fan, but he was really good as the villain.

There is a lot of CGI used here. The emphasis on the movie seems to be big spectacle. There's a problem with that. This isn't the best CGI. It's not terrible and things can look really good at times. However there are other times where things look way too fake and you can tell they are just standing in front of a green screen. The movie just isn't pretty enough to really sell everything.

It's some nice doses of humor, action, and craziness. The plot is familiar and the romance cliché, but the cast is entirely onboard. It's a little too over-the-top and out there and the special effects just aren't that special. It's the type of movie where you're either onboard or your not. However even if you are up for it, it's hard to deny there's plenty of more satisfying entertainment out there. Still, it could've been a heck of a lot worse and it does have it's thrills and imagination to keep from being a complete waste. There are just better alternatives out there.

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BrianMcCriticJun 12, 2016

While Gods of Egypt has a somewhat dopey charm, the fun starts to end in the second half and the bore starts to set in. The action scenes are laced with poor CGI and many effects made popular in the late 90's. Can't say it's all bad, but IWhile Gods of Egypt has a somewhat dopey charm, the fun starts to end in the second half and the bore starts to set in. The action scenes are laced with poor CGI and many effects made popular in the late 90's. Can't say it's all bad, but I can't sit through it again. D+… Expand

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RobobobJul 14, 2016

Rented this movie from Redbox not expecting much but was actually surprised as to how good it was. Some great performances with some surprising appearances from actors who I had no idea were in the movie. It's nice to see the spotlight onRented this movie from Redbox not expecting much but was actually surprised as to how good it was. Some great performances with some surprising appearances from actors who I had no idea were in the movie. It's nice to see the spotlight on the god of the Egyptian mythology for a change. Though normally appearing as humans, the Gods can revert to their animal form when fighting which makes for some cool battle sequences and visuals. The fearless mortal thief character was a nice addition to the adventure, grounding the story a little while providing some humor and fun. A movie worth checking out.… Expand

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Rebecca31Jun 22, 2016

So all you people out there who love a good bad movie. Wouldn't it be great to have a terribly brilliant movie full of over the top CGI, laughable dialogue starring Jaime Lannister and Gerard Butler? Well don't hold your breath cause thisSo all you people out there who love a good bad movie. Wouldn't it be great to have a terribly brilliant movie full of over the top CGI, laughable dialogue starring Jaime Lannister and Gerard Butler? Well don't hold your breath cause this sure ain't it. Instead you'll have to endure over two hours of some of the worst acting imaginable, a story that makes zero sense, CGI that wouldn't be seen dead in a video game and sibling rivalry, how's that for lazy writing. Honestly no one in the making of this movie even bothered to try, just showed up for the pay cheque. I didn't expect greatness by any means but there are no words for this utter mess. Not recommended.… Expand

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VideoJuegosComMar 17, 2016

This is Wild Wild West all over again. You go see it expecting a story about the old Egypt, and suddenly, Saint Seiya armors all over the place. Powers are so unbalanced. I mean, we know this is fiction, but sometimes the human has abilitiesThis is Wild Wild West all over again. You go see it expecting a story about the old Egypt, and suddenly, Saint Seiya armors all over the place. Powers are so unbalanced. I mean, we know this is fiction, but sometimes the human has abilities bigger than the gods, and also he is a clear copy of Aladdin. The love story is boring. I guess the movie will be OK for some audiences, like Wild Wild West was. If you are a geek, nerd or something close to that, DON'T SEE IT, you will get mad on every scene.… Expand

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dammanFeb 26, 2016

LOL white people playing black Gods in Africa. Only in Hollywood. Save your money this movie is lame I walked out of the movie spot. Why not get the people the actually were black to play themselves moreover the Gods in Africa are black andLOL white people playing black Gods in Africa. Only in Hollywood. Save your money this movie is lame I walked out of the movie spot. Why not get the people the actually were black to play themselves moreover the Gods in Africa are black and dark-skin. I love everyone but it's weird to see black Gods white washed. Good luck Hollywood.… Expand

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quincytheodoreFeb 29, 2016

In the span of two hours of dreadful script and forceful plot, any glint of opulence can't save "Gods of Egypt" from being mindlessly numb.

"Gods of Egypt" asks an age old question, "Does flashy sparkle outweighs written words?”.In the span of two hours of dreadful script and forceful plot, any glint of opulence can't save "Gods of Egypt" from being mindlessly numb.

"Gods of Egypt" asks an age old question, "Does flashy sparkle outweighs written words?”. Unfortunately for the two hours movie, its visual is inconsistent and the story has so many illogical flaws, that whatever gorgeous scenery it has would feel bland. Furthermore, the acting is sloppy, having less-than-charismatic characters mumbling cringe-worthy monologue for half its time.

This is the tedious story of Horus (Nikolaj Coster-Waldau), the supposed king of fictional Egypt where gods and mortals live side by side. He then finds opposition from his uncle Set (Gerard Butler). He then forms unusual alliance with Bek (Brenton Thwaites), a human thief with a single-minded drive for juvenile love.

Nikolaj Coster-Waldau and Gerard Butler are not bad, they have experience on this type of epic saga as Jaime Lannister and Leonidas, respectively. However, this also feels as though they are just going through the motion. Here they are shades, less appealing and more brooding version of their famous roles.

Bek as the other main lead is your typical charming hoodlum without the charm. His characterization is too rigid and any attempt to romanticized or deliver witty humor is instead annoying. The two leading females are too over zealously created for flamboyant melodramatic romance. There are a couple decent supporting cast such as Rufus Sewell as Urshu and Chadwick Boseman as Thoth, but they merely have small portions of spotlight.

The script feels forced to create any chemistry between the characters, however it often sounds like soap opera. Not to mention story line is plagued by awful plot devices. Being gods doesn't exemplify them from having sudden illogical and convenient twists, a few of these might be fine, but after half dozen times audience would appreciate more explanation than simple magic.

Visual is arguably pretty. At its best the movie offers some aesthetically pleasing scenes and the costumes worn as well as the set are very easy on the eyes. Still, among these beautiful people and vistas, it's not often to see it smeared by strangely subpar CGI, as though these are Transformers made from low budget production.

Tainted by shady narrative, corrupted visual and barren script, "Gods of Egypt" is mindlessly numb.… Expand

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DaveisonlineMar 5, 2016

Gods of Egypt has a story that's derivative of Aladdin and The Lion King, It has pacing problems, contradicting plot points, hokey acting, and scenarios that are flat out stupid, so why am I giving it an 8/10?

Because Gods of Egypt is thatGods of Egypt has a story that's derivative of Aladdin and The Lion King, It has pacing problems, contradicting plot points, hokey acting, and scenarios that are flat out stupid, so why am I giving it an 8/10?

Because Gods of Egypt is that special type of bad, the type of bad film that takes itself way too seriously that its so oblivious to its laughable issues that you can't help but enjoy yourself by laughing at all of its absurdities. While it's not in the same league as say "The Room" levels of bad. Its certainly the type of film that you will not get bored throughout.

To give you an idea of how bad the film is, the very first dialogue scene between two characters is so heavily filled with exposition about the gods that you'd swear they're part of some brainwashing cult. However the real stars of the show here are the CGI heavy fight scenes, with visuals that look like they came out of a PS1 era cutscene video, and cinematography that tries WAAAAAY too hard to be "Intense" and "Epic" constant 360 sweeping shots, terrible animation, some weird use of color filters and resolutions that are so mind numbingly stupid, you have to wonder how the VFX team never spoke out at the director and said "This is dumb".

Also Anubis's Toilet Flushing teleportation. Couldn't stop laughing at that one on the way back home.

So all in all I would recommend seeing Gods of Egypt, but not for the same reasons the filmmakers intended. Go see it with friends for a good laugh and then hit the pub afterwards to make fun of how stupid it was.… Expand

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DotTheEyesFeb 27, 2016

Gods of Egypt is so decadent, so imbecilic, so not of its time, so -strange- as to become a type of glorious folly. On the day of Horus' (Nikolaj Coster-Waldau) coronation, his malevolent uncle Set (Gerard Butler) murders reigning kingGods of Egypt is so decadent, so imbecilic, so not of its time, so -strange- as to become a type of glorious folly. On the day of Horus' (Nikolaj Coster-Waldau) coronation, his malevolent uncle Set (Gerard Butler) murders reigning king Osiris (Bryan Brown), steals the crown, and rips Horus' eyes from his head before exiling him. Set's tyrannical rule is later challenged by a jaded, reluctant Horus and a mortal thief (Brenton Thwaites) who retrieves one of the fallen god's baby blues. The thief's aim is to save his recently murdered girlfriend (astonishing beauty and Fury Road wife Courtney Eaton) from the afterlife. It is a shame director Alex Proyas' career is not in a healthier place two decades after the extremely promising one-two of The Crow and Dark City, but he remains a bold stylist. Every frame of this two-hour-plus film is a punishing and sumptuous blast to the face. The gold-hued, overwrought imagery—75 percent sword-and-sandal fantasy, 20 percent science fiction, 5 percent acid trip—includes a bejeweled Ra (Geoffrey Rush) battling a writhing rectal demon in space, she-assassins atop serpentine steeds, and decidedly Danish and Scottish Egyptian deities transforming into glowing ten-foot iron men. Even tiny details are hideous and wonderful: consider Osiris' inexplicable soul patch. The cumulative experience is numbing and beyond over-the-top, but there are several moments of true beauty and aesthetic fascination, for better or worse. And the dialogue is execrable, particularly the modern quips, and a certain secondhand shame is felt for the mostly talented and very attractive cast. A disaster? Maybe. But a jolly, absurdly embellished one.… Expand

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ZayibFeb 26, 2016

Guess what!! We got an early topnotch contender for next year's Razzie Award! CGI was overused and the movie was filled with un-engaging plot. The only good thing about this movie are the costumes and the humor of that Black Egyptian God(yesGuess what!! We got an early topnotch contender for next year's Razzie Award! CGI was overused and the movie was filled with un-engaging plot. The only good thing about this movie are the costumes and the humor of that Black Egyptian God(yes it's not an all white Gods) and the snakes, they were incredible.… Expand

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TkHow88Feb 27, 2016

You know it's gonna be suck when the Egyptian gods are all portrayed by white people.
Hollywood still doesn't learn the mistakes from the past, do they ?

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DanniBoiFeb 27, 2016

Bad writing with in credible goofy acting and direction. Each dialog is very non substantial and every response most of the times are some kind of "supposed to be funny dialog"

The worst of it all is the CGI. Very clunky and oldBad writing with in credible goofy acting and direction. Each dialog is very non substantial and every response most of the times are some kind of "supposed to be funny dialog"

The worst of it all is the CGI. Very clunky and old considering the state we are in movie industries. It looks like this movie it has been in the locker room for a while and they have decide to rush it and trow it out there.

Bottom line, do not see this at any cost!… Expand

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DreadLordAvatarJan 5, 2017

Wow this film is amazing! This is a solid 10 for pure fun and entertainment! Thank you to the film makers and crew I love this film, it is beautiful in every way, the visuals, music, set/costume designs, scipt, acting and brilliant cast!Wow this film is amazing! This is a solid 10 for pure fun and entertainment! Thank you to the film makers and crew I love this film, it is beautiful in every way, the visuals, music, set/costume designs, scipt, acting and brilliant cast! Truly an outstanding film for its pure entertainment value. I own the 3D bluray edition of Gods of Egypt and it is a must own disc set.… Expand

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MattBrady99Mar 1, 2016

Gods of Egypt (as predicted) was a total disaster. While it isn't the movie ever made, because lets be honest here, we all have seen much worse. The effect's looked unfinished, Gerard Butler was way too over the top and Alex Proyas is slowingGods of Egypt (as predicted) was a total disaster. While it isn't the movie ever made, because lets be honest here, we all have seen much worse. The effect's looked unfinished, Gerard Butler was way too over the top and Alex Proyas is slowing becoming a hack.… Expand

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EliascOct 30, 2016

A comic book for 6 year olds ... Whoops! Sorry. Even my 6 year olds are smart enough to pass on this one. Too bad Gerald Butler did not. Hopefully everyone involved in this film cashed their checks quickly and removed the film credit fromA comic book for 6 year olds ... Whoops! Sorry. Even my 6 year olds are smart enough to pass on this one. Too bad Gerald Butler did not. Hopefully everyone involved in this film cashed their checks quickly and removed the film credit from their resumes.
Nothing in this film has anything to do with gods or Egypt. A rambling incoherent jumble of CGI and story that flashes 3D special effects at you with rapid speed. 'Gods of Egypt' will remind you of an extended video game trailer rather than a film.… Expand

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The3AcademySinsJun 7, 2016

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. My first impression of walking out of the theater after seeing Gods of Egypt was that I couldn't remember anything about the movie except for Gerard Butler's amazing death scream at the end. I like fun action movies as much as the next guy, but this movie was just too boring and too full of schlock CGI to be worth my time.… Expand

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EpicLadySpongeFeb 26, 2016

How could you hate Gods of Egypt? Gods of Egypt is the best movie I've ever seen that takes place on Egypt and you can't do anything about it because I love Gods of Egypt a lot! *insert sarcasm here* Nah, I was just kidding. Gods of Egypt isHow could you hate Gods of Egypt? Gods of Egypt is the best movie I've ever seen that takes place on Egypt and you can't do anything about it because I love Gods of Egypt a lot! *insert sarcasm here* Nah, I was just kidding. Gods of Egypt is nowhere to be found at all.… Expand

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csw12May 22, 2016

An embarrassment to films from the special effects, to the acting and everything in between...........................................................

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TVJerryMar 2, 2016

This is set in a time when giant gods walked among the "little people" and ruled the country. When there's a clash between 2 of them (Gerard Butler and Nikolaj Coster-Waldau), a mortal (Brenton Thwaites) joins the battle to save theThis is set in a time when giant gods walked among the "little people" and ruled the country. When there's a clash between 2 of them (Gerard Butler and Nikolaj Coster-Waldau), a mortal (Brenton Thwaites) joins the battle to save the world...and his girlfriend. It plays out more preposterous than it sounds. There are numerous chases and fights (none are exciting or innovative), weird creatures (which inspire no awe) and fantastical locations (badly rendered CGI). To add to the absurdity: almost every character, except various slaves and other lowly types, are blandly pale with British accents (speaking ridiculous dialogue). At least it's paced well enough, but that doesn't overcome the fact that it's cheesy, cliché-ridden and epically awful.… Expand

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vgmkyleMay 6, 2016

This movie is garbage, but you know what you are signing up for when you buy your ticket. I enjoyed some of it -- it's certainly not as badly written as the critics say. But then again, film critics have been predictable and trite as of late.

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TyranianApr 9, 2019

Somewhat entertaining for fans of Egyptian mythology but mostly it is rubbish.

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imthenoobApr 10, 2019

There are many things wrongs with this film so I'll pick a few to cover: I don't like how the actors playing Gods were CG'd larger than humans, It felt very out of place and seemed very much like a waste of time and money. I thought there wasThere are many things wrongs with this film so I'll pick a few to cover: I don't like how the actors playing Gods were CG'd larger than humans, It felt very out of place and seemed very much like a waste of time and money. I thought there was way too much reliance on CG in general and it's so poorly done that it everything, especially the awful fight scenes, stick out like a sore thumb. Like it's way too obvious that it's fake in comparison to let's say a Marvel film where it is still kind of grounded in reality.

I also felt the movie was very poorly edited. It just jumped from area to area with little to no explanation as to how the characters got there. It felt as if I had just skipped the 5 minutes prior to explaining how/why they got to where they are. IDK if it was just sloppy writing or not but it became even more obvious as the film went on.

Now the film isn't a total wash as Coster-Waldau and Butler are fine leads and in any other circumstances, It would have been great to see both pitted against each other. Sadly, Gods of Egypt tired too hard to be this big CG blockbuster when it should have tried to tone things down a bit.… Expand

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TubeyFeb 14, 2023

I've seen much worse than this to be honest. I understand the low scores - inconsistent CGI, uneven performances throughout, a barely coherent storyline, but it still manages to entertain.

So yeah, it's not offensively bad; it's just a bitI've seen much worse than this to be honest. I understand the low scores - inconsistent CGI, uneven performances throughout, a barely coherent storyline, but it still manages to entertain.

So yeah, it's not offensively bad; it's just a bit stupid and has no reason to really exist.… Expand

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Voodoo123Oct 31, 2020

+Gorgeous looking in 4k hdr +Excellent cast deliver memorable performances
+Great action adventure movie pacing
-Pretty basic screenplay is serviceable at best I expected less and this movie delivered so much more... If you are remotely+Gorgeous looking in 4k hdr +Excellent cast deliver memorable performances
+Great action adventure movie pacing
-Pretty basic screenplay is serviceable at best

I expected less and this movie delivered so much more... If you are remotely interested in ancient egyptian mythology or just a lover of swords and sandals genre then this is for you!… Expand

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HealingToolboxSep 18, 2021

2021, watched it again a second time. I believe in decades to come, three movies:
- Jupiter Ascending (2015), - Gods of Egypt (2016), and
- Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets (2017) are destined to be revered among the finest AAA2021, watched it again a second time. I believe in decades to come, three movies:
- Jupiter Ascending (2015), - Gods of Egypt (2016), and
- Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets (2017) are destined to be revered among the finest AAA VFX craftsmanship ever produced. Why? Because of:
- the unbridled exercise of imagination, - the scope of imagination, - the non-stop inventiveness,
- the seamless excellence of the VFX craft; and, - the strengths of the narratives. The above all come together all too rarely. All have the good fortune to be ethnically diverse as well. It is true when Gods of Egypt came out, it coincided with the start of more public awareness and demand for films about Egypt should be cast with actual Egyptian actors, not Scotsmen. Why are these three so little known? By 2013 the Marvel cinematic universe was taking up the lion's share of oxygen in Hollywood and at the box-office These three movies were misguided attempts by other studios to see if they could compete effectively with Marvel. Alas, all three movies are really AAA 1980s-1990s-style blockbusters, with scripts resonant with the 1980s. They are fueled by spectacle. Marvel universe movies are not primarily fueled by spectacle. They are fueled by "unleashing the superhero within" the ordinary person, of both genders. This is the mythological logic, how Marvel movies became The New Gods of Hollywood and the popular imagination. Don't miss the Miles MoralesSpiderman video-game in the vein also; it's on Youtube. It's the high point of converging superheroes and ordinary people. It also has the most engaging deaf-mute character in a video game to date. Jupiter Ascending VFX supervisor Dan Glass, Simon Carr, others?
Gods of Egypt VFX supervisor is Eric Dunst, others?
Valerian VFX supervisor Scott Stokdyk, others?… Expand

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TheMetacritiqerMar 14, 2016

I don't really keep track of movie studios but Lionsgate movies almost always suck. Except for Expendables 2, great movie. The only parts I liked were the god of knowledge and Anubis for corny value.

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NerdConsultantJun 20, 2016

Gods of Egypt, wow, just wow, this was awful on every conceivable level, it gets nothing right. The film cost 140 million dollars and it clearly isn’t showing the effects, which are crap and I am certain for that reason alone it was madeGods of Egypt, wow, just wow, this was awful on every conceivable level, it gets nothing right. The film cost 140 million dollars and it clearly isn’t showing the effects, which are crap and I am certain for that reason alone it was made with bad money. It was an awful inconsistent plot with a horrible script. The actors give horrid performances and are terribly mis cast and there are a ton of white actors playing Egyptians, aside from that everyone puts on a terrible British accent. The effects are inconsistent from scene to scene, the action is terrible. I hated this film. This is a damming indictment of where Blockbusters are going and the fact that the director of this film, who also directed I Robot, had the nerve to have a go at critics, calling them vultures, for daring to negatively review this film is rich because frankly this film deserves every negative backlash it can get. It is an awful piece of work and Mark Kermode said it best, you have to remember, vultures don’t eat living breathing things, they eat dead rotten things, so yes, for that reason alone, I would be glad to join the vultures on that one. It’s just awful, this is a bomb in every sense of the word… Expand

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WheelzFourReelzMar 29, 2016

What's your favorite mythology movie of all time? Now imagine that, but add an incoherent story and water it down with an orgy of over the top, unrealistic CGI. Now you have Gods of Egypt.

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DatamariMar 11, 2016

God-Awful.
Everything about Gods of Egypt failed. Now, i'm gonna ignore the fact that most of the cast were white people, instead focusing on what the movie is. The movie is garbage. The CGI, the story, the acting, the writing, theGod-Awful.
Everything about Gods of Egypt failed. Now, i'm gonna ignore the fact that most of the cast were white people, instead focusing on what the movie is. The movie is garbage. The CGI, the story, the acting, the writing, the characters. EVERYTHING about this movie was done past the point of terrible. Granted, it's not the worst movie i've ever seen, but good lord, is it one of the worst. The only redeemable quality about this movie I could find was that the visuals were pretty, but you can keep polishing a turd until it shines, but then all you have is a shiny turd. Overall, this movie should not exist; if you're reading this and you're thinking about going and seeing it, wait until it comes out on Netflix or Hulu if you want to watch it. Don't waste your money on something as abysmal as this.

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BitashOct 22, 2016

One word, intolerable. The CG which kinda looked overdone and stupid. At one point Gerard butler is in the sky like Santa clause on a sledge being whisked around by a giant beatle, looked so stupid. Poor directing and writing. Just useless movie

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DanoninoMar 1, 2016

I actually was expecting more out of this movie, I've heard Nicolaj was a good actor in his show GoT, but most of the performances are pretty lazy and sloppy. Almost all the shot, it was so obvious there was a green screen there. Sometimes II actually was expecting more out of this movie, I've heard Nicolaj was a good actor in his show GoT, but most of the performances are pretty lazy and sloppy. Almost all the shot, it was so obvious there was a green screen there. Sometimes I laughed but for the wrong reason, the one a director doesn't want a viewer to laugh.… Expand

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MrAlexWildMar 11, 2016

Absolute shame this film I was expecting something a lot more spectacular, A god with a Scottish accent, please... Some good FX if that;s all you want to see.

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horrorliefhebApr 2, 2016

-Certainly not so bad but rather moderate for me, it highlights the Ancient Egypt also from a slightly different point the gods of Egypt and not so much the mystical, special effects are also not so what (very) realistic.-

CONTRA -Alonso-Certainly not so bad but rather moderate for me, it highlights the Ancient Egypt also from a slightly different point the gods of Egypt and not so much the mystical, special effects are also not so what (very) realistic.-

CONTRA -Alonso Duralde of TheWrap wrote, "A mishmash of unconvincing visual effects and clumsy writing — not to mention another depiction of ancient Egypt in which the lead roles are almost all played by white folks — Gods of Egypt might have merited a so-bad-it’s-good schadenfreude fanbase had it maintained the unintentional laughs of its first 10 minutes. Instead, it skids into dullness, thus negating the camp classic that it so often verges on becoming."

PRO-Jordan Hoffman of The Guardian was less negative on the film: "This is ridiculous. This is offensive. This shouldn’t be, and I’m not going to say otherwise if you can’t bring yourself to buy a ticket for this movie. But if you are on the fence you can always offset your karmic footprint with a donation to a charity, because this movie is a tremendous amount of fun."… Expand

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farzyy12Apr 10, 2016

It succeeds in such a way that there isn't anything else you could ever think was possible to be more terrible at.

Terrible writing, terrible direction and just a waste of time.

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GyrushoMay 25, 2016

Gods of Egypt: Flat, Cgi, great actors, and a story (somewhere deep hidden in the movie). When i saw the title i thought: "Hey, another Clash of the Titans movie or a kind of sequel". When i took a look at the cast, which was pretty flushedGods of Egypt: Flat, Cgi, great actors, and a story (somewhere deep hidden in the movie). When i saw the title i thought: "Hey, another Clash of the Titans movie or a kind of sequel". When i took a look at the cast, which was pretty flushed in comparison to the Clash of the Titans cast, i noticed it was, once again, another Egypt "God Movie". The movie started pretty fast with the introduction of the story and main characters but after about 10 minutes i still was like the plot has to be introduced. The characters were too briefly introduced which led to a lot of "Oh that one in the beginning". and the plot was in my opinion severely lacking in depth. I did not expect the characters to contain the emotional depth as a Spielberg movie, although when certain events happened in the movie, i found them very poorly integrated into the development of the character and certainly a lack of emotional state of mind. I had a feeling the whole movie was one of another "I want my revenge" movie with a lot of to narrowly made up characters and a story which was rather thin and boring.

Watch if:
-You like Egyptian style movies with a lot of Egyptian mythology
-You want to see Gerald butler a rather different role
-Jamie Lanister

Don't watch if:
-You seek for a well crafted story line with in-depth character development
-You are an archaeologist and you want the movie to contain a correct depiction of the Egyptian mythology… Expand

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alx93May 25, 2016

So, you have a budget of 142 million dollars, fail miserably resulting in a film embarrassing that that even chimpanzees would give a "facepalm" on how much embarrassing it is, barely make a profit of $ 2 million, and yet, you as a producer,So, you have a budget of 142 million dollars, fail miserably resulting in a film embarrassing that that even chimpanzees would give a "facepalm" on how much embarrassing it is, barely make a profit of $ 2 million, and yet, you as a producer, you have the nerve to tell critics they are idiots!

Overview: the film has some impressive landscapes, but that's all. As for the rest, it's a terrible and boring succession of scenes , chases and fights embarrassing and not exciting. Not much .... but you know where you're starting to feel sorry that the film had potential due mythological theme which does have a variety of mythical places: cosmic inferno, desert, oases, etc.
Most actors who play the roles of gods are white and black (none of them Egyptian there who appear have a physiognomy of the Near East). Gods men dressed in suits and gold armor that kitsch ala the Immortals. And guess what, the gods have faces of animals but can spill: Horus into a humanoid bird to say that's a manga cartoon unicorns, and Seth in a Terminator-looking dog.

That Pharaoh Osiris is not that we know of hieroglyphics, green and always mummified, but simply Actor and old to be there to be killed by jealous brother, Seth. And Isis ... is a daddy to be there.
Somehow, just trying to look like Anubis and Thoth book, omniscient god who has a narcissistic clone army that helps.

Ra's about the only one who shone literally (a bald old uncle that only grows in height and lights). I loved representation of the mythical naive: Boat solar million years is like a spacecraft from Stargate with sun in a chain in a river cosmic endlessly above the Earth is flat (the other part being the afterlife) .... and as Ra, night after night, like a surly old farts periodically strike the guy with the newspaper in flies that bother him of sleep, battled with the snake (better said worm) celestial dust that represents chaos and darkness. Night after night, that makes him, to bring the sun in the sky.
That was about the only good moment of the film that rest was wailing.
Judgement of the dead is made in the following way: every soul of a deceased man had to bring wealth. As the richer you were, the more was better and received an eternal afterlife.
Story: it's far below Mummy!
Horus begins with a drunk with fame and arrogant, sexy goddess Hathor engaged, that is ready to be crowned as the new Pharaoh ... or rather, co-pharaoh as Osiris still held good. Just as occurs coup waged by Seth-Gerard Butler equipped armor spartan (as it should be in 300) who brings his army of strange, he cut Osiris and we blindly Horus, taking his eyes as pearls and exiles it.

And here starts the whole story focusing on mortal abilities with jefuitior higher James Bond or Catwoman, and best climber and athlete something like Prince of Persia or as Mario when surpasses obstacles, passing traps, decipher riddles. Not to mention as in the whole movie is funny and smiling like a sheaf of wheat. In order to return to his babe to life, resorting to collaborate with Horus and his eyes looking for and help it to regain strength.
Thus begins one of the most boring succession of scenes lately sequences copied from other films like Mummy and the Clash of the Titans: instead of giant scorpions, giant snakes
Seth , with Eye of Horus, the heart of Osiris and brain Thoth, builds armor terminator high a huge obelisk to impress his father, Ra, steals then sword / wand to lure Apphopis to destroy the world, to unleash chaos, and he will bring a new order.
Bek and Horus and has to climb up to heaven to take water from cosmic evil to put a few drops into the pit towards the center of the earth that can destroy and neutralize his powers Seth desert.
Obviously they fail and place all sorts of clichés no longer understand anything in the movie.
Then you ask yourself what kind of monkey could write such a scenario then to afford to make you "idiot".

And so we finally Fighting bling bling with a happy-end with the resurrection and the god Horus reaching a populist would make even kindergarten children to and spank leading embarrassing how much is in the film.
Finally, I stop that already makes me sick when I remember.

Actors: Gerard Butler besides trying to make him somewhat on rough, but not out, and the appearance of Geoffrey Rush, all are pathetic.
NOTE: 3

Avoid it as much as possible because it's more dust than Clash of the Titans.

Honestly, Mummy the better than to see this mythological atrocity.… Expand

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NenadJun 1, 2016

The reason I am rating this movie so high is due to the lingering excitement and expectations of this year's beginning, and am thoroughly shocked. When i saw the stunning imagery and Butler , I wanted to give this movie a go. Turns out that IThe reason I am rating this movie so high is due to the lingering excitement and expectations of this year's beginning, and am thoroughly shocked. When i saw the stunning imagery and Butler , I wanted to give this movie a go. Turns out that I could not even finish it. The white gods did not bother me so despite my affinity with Egyptian Mythology, but just about everything else did. The bad CGI, uneventful and dull fight scenes, and the actors' failure to bring their characters to life. I could see limitless potential with this movie. I guess the director couldn't. This 140 million dollar movie turned out to be a middle school performing arts extra credit assignment. If you choose to watch it, have money you are prepared to lose.… Expand

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CLOUDixJun 5, 2016

WTF is this **** Who is this movie made for? its so awful and bad it actually funny in a very sad sad way. Did nobody in the production crew watch this crap and thought **** our movie suck balls should we cancel it. btw i didn't know the godsWTF is this **** Who is this movie made for? its so awful and bad it actually funny in a very sad sad way. Did nobody in the production crew watch this crap and thought **** our movie suck balls should we cancel it. btw i didn't know the gods in egypt were all white people ... fail don't waste you're time on this garbage unless you want to watch with a bunch of friends and laugh how crappy the cgi.… Expand

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JonZsuJul 19, 2016

Gods of Egypt is not a regular Hollywood production that lacks in honesty, decency or fun; it surpassed many bad examples of this kind in every aspect of failure. If this film is going to have a sequel, which is possible, and reallyGods of Egypt is not a regular Hollywood production that lacks in honesty, decency or fun; it surpassed many bad examples of this kind in every aspect of failure. If this film is going to have a sequel, which is possible, and really frightening; it better be a two-hour-long apology to movie goers.… Expand

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JyroJyroAug 26, 2017

Despite some hilariously out of place one-liners, the story is just too infuriatingly bonkers & the dodgy CGI looks several millennia out of date. The worst part of it all is the ending - which hints eagerly at a sequel.

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Josephgamers65Aug 7, 2021

Gods Of Egypt Is one of the worst movies I have ever seen u don't care for the characters that action does nothing the pacing is horrible Also the dialogue is trash What I don't like there is no story and we are in the action for no reason IGods Of Egypt Is one of the worst movies I have ever seen u don't care for the characters that action does nothing the pacing is horrible Also the dialogue is trash What I don't like there is no story and we are in the action for no reason I don't have a lot to say it is boring everything went gone So I give Gods Of Egypt an F… Expand

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kiwijinxterMar 3, 2017

What's there not to like here? There's Gerard Butler. There's lots of action. There's some so-so acting (hey Keanu's acting was so-so on Speed, and everyone still loved the movie, so yes, some movies can survive so-so acting). There's lots ofWhat's there not to like here? There's Gerard Butler. There's lots of action. There's some so-so acting (hey Keanu's acting was so-so on Speed, and everyone still loved the movie, so yes, some movies can survive so-so acting). There's lots of variety: a little Indiana Jones, a little The Mummy, a WHOLE LOT OF CGI madness. There's quite a lot of style - Geoffrey Rush's ship and his clothes are a work of art!

It's one of those movies to watch when you've had a very tired day and just want to watch some crazy action without being too worried about the storyline. It's all in all surprisingly fun. Whenever I see professional critics pan a movie, I tend to want to see it for myself, and often, I find myself disagreeing with the pro critics. Watch it if you're looking for a fun movie.… Expand