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eagleeyevikingOct 28, 2016

Inferno stays true to its source material in terms of story and quality, delivering escapist thrills at the expense of a dense plot and too many characters.

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NerdConsultantOct 29, 2016

This should be familiar to anyone who has seen the previous Dan Brown adaptations that Ron Howard has directed, especially to anyone who saw the Da Vinci Code and rather like those films, I wasn’t really into this one. It’s a really blandThis should be familiar to anyone who has seen the previous Dan Brown adaptations that Ron Howard has directed, especially to anyone who saw the Da Vinci Code and rather like those films, I wasn’t really into this one. It’s a really bland thriller which has some plots that you can see coming a mile away. Anyone that is familiar with Dan Brown will know that his stories tend to have very good build up and promise, but then a poor pay off, and there is no difference here, in fact it almost feels like it’s been taken to the outer degree and once again, the big problem is that the screenplay writers are pretty much forced to make more adaptations than the novel, cutting very little out of it. Expect the characters to talk a lot of exposition in a way that is fine in a novel, but does not work in a screenplay. I would only recommend it if you enjoyed the Da Vinci Code or Angels and Demons, if you didn’t skip it, this isn’t going to change your mind.… Expand

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LeZeeJun 5, 2017

Racing to stop men with bad intention!

Compared to the first two films, it took a long time for the third film. But I expected 'The Lost Symbol' before this one. I don't know why they skipped that book from adapting which was done in theRacing to stop men with bad intention!

Compared to the first two films, it took a long time for the third film. But I expected 'The Lost Symbol' before this one. I don't know why they skipped that book from adapting which was done in the last minutes by the production house. My guess is it might be a controversial as the first one, or simply not good enough for the cinematic version. Anyway, this film was not as good as previous two. Once again, it was directed by Ron Howard and Tom Hanks returned as professor Robert Langdon. Two hours long, but very fast storytelling, non-stop adventures.

This is another tale in the series about fighting against the men who believes in the ancient text that's written about to curb the issue the human would face in the future, which is now. After waking up without any memory, professor Langdon with the help of a young woman escape from an assassin. In result, they look for the reason why and whoever behind it wants them dead. So it's not a good story, but entertaining film. Especially if you like action-adventure- suspense.

Nice cast, including Hanks and Jones. The other supporting cast was not bad either. Like always, it's a European adventure, particularly in Venice and neighbouring countries. Some cool secret places, might be the settings, but awesome. Since this part was not received well, I wonder the next one, 'Origin' would be made or not. Even before that, this time I expect 'The Lost Symbol' first to hit if they want to continue with the film series. This is not a film to recommend, but not bad for watching it once.

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juliankennedy23Jan 30, 2017

I have a confession. I liked the Dan Brown books and honestly, I don’t really understand the amount of stick they get. He is no Umberto Eco mind you but he is hardly Stephenie Meyer. The other confession? I have not liked the movieI have a confession. I liked the Dan Brown books and honestly, I don’t really understand the amount of stick they get. He is no Umberto Eco mind you but he is hardly Stephenie Meyer. The other confession? I have not liked the movie adaptations.

The first was one was okay mind you but Angel’s and Demons was the kind of train wreck that really requires Mike and the robots to enjoy.

Hope springs eternally and while director Ron Howard has certainly had some misses recently star Tom Hanks is always a dependable watch. I was expecting a decent movie and got a surprisingly good one. Even more shocking Ron Howard's direction is one of the strengths this time.

First off though let me get this out of the way. The story is pulpy illogical nonsense. The twist in the middle can be seen from space and the twist, in the end, makes absolutely zero sense. (Still better than Angels and Demons Illuminati scavenger hunt, however.)

What works though is the visuals. Ron Howard creates visions of hell that are actually effective and creative. The travelogue element is beautiful and unlike Angels and Demons (God I hated that movie) it is in daylight so one can actually see and enjoy the scenery. (Angels and Demons didn’t have permission to film in the Vatican so a lot of the scenes were at night, in the rain with all the lights turned off to hide this fact.)

As for the cast, Irrfan Khan steals every scene he is in, Tom Hanks is dependable as usual. Sidse Babett Knudsen is dull and has zero chemistry with her costars, Omar Sy almost gives an OJ Simpson Naked gun performance that seems like it should be in a Pink Panther film, and Felicity Jones does that pixie eyes thing so all is forgiven there (No actress could really make her character work so she gets points for looking cute while flailing around.)

Overall a fun film with surprisingly good visuals, some decent performances, and a silly story. Grab some popcorn.… Expand

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CameraBounceGodMar 19, 2018

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. belongs in the series. I do believe the world is overpopulated and I've been saying it for ten years..but enough of that..i don't like the way they felt the need to change the lead female role from a 6 to 7 on the hotness scale. it just seems like a cheap shot...but i guess they are talking about overpopulation so what the hell...i own all three but i've watched this one the least by far… Expand

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MattBrady99Jul 19, 2017

Let me break this down for you in terms of my thoughts:

The best: + Tom Hanks is ace as usual + Some interesting ideas + It's nicely shot The worst: - Hanks hair - Felicity Jones character - It's boring - Bland directing - Horrible writingLet me break this down for you in terms of my thoughts:

The best:
+ Tom Hanks is ace as usual
+ Some interesting ideas
+ It's nicely shot

The worst:
- Hanks hair
- Felicity Jones character
- It's boring
- Bland directing
- Horrible writing
- Who ask for a third one?

Good luck with the next Han Solo movie, Howard.… Expand

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smiyamotJan 25, 2017

Not as good as the Da Vinci Code, but I didn't read the book so I don't know if it's the movie or the book. Prof. Langdon wakes up in the hospital with a wound to the head and he doesn't remember the last 2 days. It was Langdon'sNot as good as the Da Vinci Code, but I didn't read the book so I don't know if it's the movie or the book. Prof. Langdon wakes up in the hospital with a wound to the head and he doesn't remember the last 2 days. It was Langdon's deciphering of the clues that drove the story line of the "Code" but in this movie he can't remember squat. Not good. If the Da Vinci Code was an "A", this was a C+… Expand

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JusthinkingOct 30, 2016

Too bad it wasn't in a foreign language, I would not have been aware of how badly the lines were delivered. When you put a mediocre movie in your best theaters showrooms expectation doesn't only make the film more disappointing but also theToo bad it wasn't in a foreign language, I would not have been aware of how badly the lines were delivered. When you put a mediocre movie in your best theaters showrooms expectation doesn't only make the film more disappointing but also the whole movie going experience. This is sad because seeing a good movie in a Cine 1 is worth the extra cost.… Expand

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chidimeDec 17, 2016

Giving this a zero for one main reason: They changed the ending from the book. That's pretty cowardly of them. Keeping the correct ending might have saved this movie. In addition, the movie just felt empty, like a train with no passengersGiving this a zero for one main reason: They changed the ending from the book. That's pretty cowardly of them. Keeping the correct ending might have saved this movie. In addition, the movie just felt empty, like a train with no passengers travelling hours from destination to destination, just because it is scheduled to do so, even though the reason for it's movement (passengers) is absent. I kinda feel bad for people who watch the movie without reading the book. They are really missing out on the flesh of the story.… Expand

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StanleyKubrickOct 28, 2016

It's not easy to review this film, because what are the standards for a 'good Dan Brown adaptation' ? You can't make gold out of crap. That said, I found this film cinematic, beautifully shot, well cast and it has some good scenes. Does itIt's not easy to review this film, because what are the standards for a 'good Dan Brown adaptation' ? You can't make gold out of crap. That said, I found this film cinematic, beautifully shot, well cast and it has some good scenes. Does it make sense? Not really, but I've seen worse films. I liked the colorful supporting actors, especially Ana Ularu as the ruthless assassin Vayentha. She has nearly no dialogue and very few scenes, but makes a powerful impression. Usually I don't buy the Hollywood actresses in 'tough parts', but she was tough as nails. I would have loved to see more of her. All in all, if you're a Dan Brown nut, you might enjoy this a lot, because it's formula, but otherwise it's more of a rental.… Expand

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TheChosenOne7Nov 2, 2016

Don't watch this. It follows the book just fine, apart from the single most important part!!! (the ending). I really enjoy the novels, which to the contrary of several reviews form user and critic; they are masterfully written. You can't justDon't watch this. It follows the book just fine, apart from the single most important part!!! (the ending). I really enjoy the novels, which to the contrary of several reviews form user and critic; they are masterfully written. You can't just take a best seller and then change the single most important aspect of the story.… Expand

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XiztOct 29, 2016

Very good film! Amazing story and characters but it was very little mysteries. There are an interesting plot coups in Inferno. I can praise the actor role of Tom Hanks. You might enjoy this film.

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Brent_MarchantOct 30, 2016

Pay no attention to those nattering naysayers. This latest installment in the Dan Brown mystery thriller series is a fun, suspenseful afternoon at the show. Admittedly it's not groundbreaking cinema nor especially original (as severalPay no attention to those nattering naysayers. This latest installment in the Dan Brown mystery thriller series is a fun, suspenseful afternoon at the show. Admittedly it's not groundbreaking cinema nor especially original (as several previous James Bond movies have already demonstrated), but its intellectually gonzo attitude, intriguing plot twists and beautiful cinematography of some of the best Europe has to offer make for a rollicking thrill ride against the clock. Don't expect Oscar material here, but don't be disappointed by the sheer entertainment value it effectively serves up.… Expand

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GreatMartinOct 28, 2016

Though a huge Tom Hanks fan that doesn't mean he always makes good movies. I saw but don't remember the first two films based on the books by Dan Brown and this is the most forgettable of all, that is if you can even remember what the plotThough a huge Tom Hanks fan that doesn't mean he always makes good movies. I saw but don't remember the first two films based on the books by Dan Brown and this is the most forgettable of all, that is if you can even remember what the plot was about though it was again a case of a man wanting to rule the world and the good people who want to stop him.

Tom Hanks, not being a Tom Cruise, doesn't go around fighting 5 people at a time and winning the fight and, in fact, gets beaten up a few times, but, yes, recovers pretty quickly as only movie heroes can. At 60 he isn't running as fast or as much as he use to but the one thing Hanks has is that tremendous likability that always makes him a winner in any movie he is in.

There is a strong supporting cast made up of young, middle aged and old actors doing a professional job but, alas, all for nothing. I am a firm believer of checking your logic at the door when coming to see an action movie but the screen writer David Koepp and director Ron Howard seem to be deyfing you to follow the film. Yes, someone wants to eliminate half the population, as he feels we are overpopulated, releasing a virus and there are a load of red herrings and some people are out to stop the virus from being released.

Three things going for the movie are the soundtrack by Howard Shore, the production design by Peter Wenham and the cinematography by Salvatore Totino in Florence, Venice and Istanbul but that's not enough for a good movie.

If you haven't seen Tom Hanks in "Scully" then skip "inferno" or save your money to see "Moonlight" next week and "Loving" the week after!… Expand

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MahonerOct 31, 2016

Great movie. Continues the excellent genre of thriller/history lesson that I've come to appreciate in this modernized trilogy. Lost of twists and turn, well acted, very happy with the movie.

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bfoore90Nov 16, 2016

Inferno was alot better than I expected it to be and I would say it holds up well to the other Dan Brown installments. It breaks no new ground, the plot is a bit dense and it bastardizes the book a bit but Tom Hanks and Felicity Jones didInferno was alot better than I expected it to be and I would say it holds up well to the other Dan Brown installments. It breaks no new ground, the plot is a bit dense and it bastardizes the book a bit but Tom Hanks and Felicity Jones did well as well as some of the other actors. Overall, I liked it alot and if you're a fan of the series then give it a shot and see what you think.… Expand

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AxeTOct 30, 2016

The first two in the series were good (7 or 8 ratings here), and while "The Da Vinci Code" was not received well by many due to its convoluted hard to follow plot, I had no problem since I had read the novel which was really a screenplayThe first two in the series were good (7 or 8 ratings here), and while "The Da Vinci Code" was not received well by many due to its convoluted hard to follow plot, I had no problem since I had read the novel which was really a screenplay waiting to be made like no other book in memory.
This time the plot is so convoluted and the action so fractured and non-linear it just about lost me from the start. I get the whole contrivance of starting with the lead's amnesia, but at a certain point they run the risk of losing the audience which I believe they did here. Needless to probably say, it goes down the typical over formulated Hollywood route in due time and turns one big boring through the motions cliché.

A couple details to point out: there is an African actor and an Indian actor both of whose English is so freaking incoherent that they need sub-titles or should have been over-dubbed! Diversity of casting is fine and the real world, but INTELLIGIBILITY in movies outweighs this bs always! It's surprising someone of Ron Howard's stature let this by. And all the handheld camera work ( just barely passes the subjective POV test) is not welcome. Please Ron, do not be tempted to try to stylize up and ride current "hip" trends which are detrimental to a film overall and ultimately will not fare well down the road and be looked at as dated someday.
Pretty colors and lights in shallow deprh of field shots that appear acquired with newer DSLR type sensor tech makes for "cool" looking visuals, but the audience for these level blockbusters will never ever be satisfied by those touches. Putting new smaller cameras on planes and vehicles for angles never before seen is fine (just about nothing is unseen at this point though, especially with this replication of GoPro tactics), but is about 1/100th the importance of story, structure, logic, pacing, and performance in these kinds of large endeavors. Hitchcock understood this and was a master of that balance.… Expand

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EpicLadySpongeOct 28, 2016

This film does admit it tries its best like its predecessors, but Tom Hanks looks typically depressed about getting another role as Robert Langdon as the predecessors weren't that powerful enough for him to help improve his career. InfernoThis film does admit it tries its best like its predecessors, but Tom Hanks looks typically depressed about getting another role as Robert Langdon as the predecessors weren't that powerful enough for him to help improve his career. Inferno cannot be one of those movies based on novels that are willing to save a franchise from having straight mixed reviews.… Expand

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Muskrat147Oct 31, 2016

Taking the Robert Langdon series to an all time low, Inferno may stay true to its source material, but it lacks the intensity, complex plot, and interesting characters needed in order to excite audiences.

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inimicalNov 4, 2016

If you're a fan of the series, it really is a film worth seeing. That being said, if you're a fan of the books it may leave you cringing at how they butchered a couple of the characters. Essentially, they had to change the ending so that itIf you're a fan of the series, it really is a film worth seeing. That being said, if you're a fan of the books it may leave you cringing at how they butchered a couple of the characters. Essentially, they had to change the ending so that it was less of a think-piece and less drawn out, but unfortunately they ruined one of the main characters in the process and that alone left me uneasy at the end of the film. Not to mention they basically blow through one of the cities so fast it almost feels like it wasn't even really a part of the story, which it absolutely should have been.

Regardless, I think one could certainly enjoy actually seeing some of the many places mentioned in the book during the film, which basically takes place exclusively in beautiful places. Minus the depictions of hell, which feel a bit like a horror film, at times. Still, worth seeing… Expand

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humbledrNov 6, 2016

I was surprised that this opened so poorly. My wife and I are both fans of this series and we thought that it was consistent with the quality of the first two movies. I thought the actress who played Dr. Sienna Brooks was very convincing inI was surprised that this opened so poorly. My wife and I are both fans of this series and we thought that it was consistent with the quality of the first two movies. I thought the actress who played Dr. Sienna Brooks was very convincing in her role. The plot was decent - a little out there but good enough to cause me to think more about it. I would probably prefer the first two over this but would still watch this one again!… Expand

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JustAll2Nov 23, 2016

I think this isnt a goodI think this isnt a good movie....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................… Expand

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Theone789Dec 19, 2016

I have read all of dan browns books and I have watched all of the movies that were made based on the books and I was so sicken by the changes made in this movie especially toward the end that I will never waiste 20 dollars to see another oneI have read all of dan browns books and I have watched all of the movies that were made based on the books and I was so sicken by the changes made in this movie especially toward the end that I will never waiste 20 dollars to see another one of these movies in the theater. To the actors i do not blame you but I blame the group of people that allowed the movie to deviate the ending away from the book in the hopes that a violent gun fight would sale more tickets compared to a non violent and truthful ending as the book presents.… Expand

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thedaywalkerJan 13, 2017

So many useless characters that don't do anything to an already messy plot, with more puzzles needed to be solved, inconsistency with dialogues and story telling, even Tom Hanks couldn't save this movie

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joshybeanMay 31, 2023

The worst of the three movies and the most insane. This movies story so absurd characters just teleport everywhere and somehow always know where each other are. The dialogue has some atrocious moments that made me almost laugh and the lineThe worst of the three movies and the most insane. This movies story so absurd characters just teleport everywhere and somehow always know where each other are. The dialogue has some atrocious moments that made me almost laugh and the line delivery seemed like the actors remembered “oh **** I am going to be paid a ton for this ill try like 2%”. In my eyes the enjoyable parts of the other films were the ridiculous puzzles that somehow tom hanks knows instantaneously and both of the orignial films are filled with huge exposition dump after huge exposition dump. This movie is not as much like the other two films in that way, there is a lot of explaining, a lot of story telling and puzzle solving stuff but there is much more focus on the story and that hurts it because the story is ass. The characters once again are trash, they have nothing to them except for the ability to BE BLAND AS **** But this movies plot is so ridiculous its just hard to care at all. Inferno has less going for it than both of the other films I would suggest just watching the Da Vinci Code and not going near Angels & Demons nor this film. I also want to say that even though I think the other movies are non stop exposition dumps that is what gives them their identity. The absurdity of langdon knowing EVERYTHING IN EXISTENCE can sometimes be a little enjoyable. So all of the value for me in the first two movies is tom hanks knowing everything and explaining **** to people. dumb/10… Expand

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TVJerryNov 3, 2016

The 3rd time is definitely not the charm as Tom Hanks returns to solve another puzzle in the Dan Brown series. This time he races to stop a virus that may destroy most of the world's population. The first 30 minutes are pretty compelling:The 3rd time is definitely not the charm as Tom Hanks returns to solve another puzzle in the Dan Brown series. This time he races to stop a virus that may destroy most of the world's population. The first 30 minutes are pretty compelling: full of disconcerting imagery and a promising pace. By the climax, there's been such a swirl of twists and chases (and some dull emotional moments) that you just want it to be over (the music during the climax is overbearing and wrong). Despite some grand locations and an interesting concept, the pastiche of intrigue is cluttered and ultimately unrewarding.… Expand