Jupiter Ascending

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LagaffeMar 5, 2015

What should you find in a blockbuster? Well in my opinion you should look at visuals and plot. This movie recieves 10 and 6 respectively. But it is a definite must see and this is why. Critics will ban it for it's plot problems but if you'reWhat should you find in a blockbuster? Well in my opinion you should look at visuals and plot. This movie recieves 10 and 6 respectively. But it is a definite must see and this is why. Critics will ban it for it's plot problems but if you're not taking notes like them and enjoying the movie, you'll be so blown off that you won't see those problems. Just a clue at how the wachowskis excelled at building this fictional universe: You could spin off entire TV series out of and it could potentially turn out like a stargate franchise… Expand

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Anwar-MkayedMar 5, 2015

The plot reaches the breaking point at an early stage of it's developments upon the curve of runtime which leaves the supposedly unknown coming scenes pretty much expected. Which takes the film quickly down the curve of 'runtime'.

IThe plot reaches the breaking point at an early stage of it's developments upon the curve of runtime which leaves the supposedly unknown coming scenes pretty much expected. Which takes the film quickly down the curve of 'runtime'.

I wouldn't have criticized too hard if the director(s) was other than the Wachowski(s), The Matrix was (still is) an epic Trilogy which might be hard for it's impression to be re-created even by it's creators.… Expand

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KentuckyCriticMar 3, 2015

This movie was actually painful to watch, and I kicked myself for not leaving early. They blew their $$ on special effects, and forgot to invest in a plot of any substance. I'm an avid science fiction fan, but I could not give this one aThis movie was actually painful to watch, and I kicked myself for not leaving early. They blew their $$ on special effects, and forgot to invest in a plot of any substance. I'm an avid science fiction fan, but I could not give this one a passing score. Anyone who gave this a positive score must have been high, drunk, or both (which actually would have bumped my score up by one).… Expand

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thankgodforkiwiMar 3, 2015

CRAP! CRAP! AND MORE CRAP!!! America is so starved of ideas for movies is just not funny anymore! Ok lets see what we can mix here for style oh - roman mixed with 1920's egyptian with a bit of trash modern try hard and space theme LOL, andCRAP! CRAP! AND MORE CRAP!!! America is so starved of ideas for movies is just not funny anymore! Ok lets see what we can mix here for style oh - roman mixed with 1920's egyptian with a bit of trash modern try hard and space theme LOL, and then you shove it down our throats and make us pay money!! No wonder people aren't going to the movies anymore. Save your money folks… Expand

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OrwMar 2, 2015

The Wachowski brothers are the most creative visual artist in Hollywood. And they are also great storytellers. Maybe they not excel in all of their casting choices, but still, Jupiter Ascending is one of those films that will keep go on toThe Wachowski brothers are the most creative visual artist in Hollywood. And they are also great storytellers. Maybe they not excel in all of their casting choices, but still, Jupiter Ascending is one of those films that will keep go on to achieve cult status.… Expand

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MKUltramanFeb 26, 2015

Battlefield Earth for a new generation! Wanted to leave the cinema after the first five minutes. **** overblown CGI effects, unintentionally hilarious performances, camp costumes and dire dialogue make this film an absolute chore to getBattlefield Earth for a new generation! Wanted to leave the cinema after the first five minutes. **** overblown CGI effects, unintentionally hilarious performances, camp costumes and dire dialogue make this film an absolute chore to get through. More fantasy/kids movie than proper sci fi - avoid this one like the plague!… Expand

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nerdygirlFeb 26, 2015

Do you wonder what the Fifth Element would be like if it were shot today? Hallelujah, at last I do not have to choose between a film that portrays a kick-butt on-screen relationship, and good fight sequences. Mind-blowing fight choreography,Do you wonder what the Fifth Element would be like if it were shot today? Hallelujah, at last I do not have to choose between a film that portrays a kick-butt on-screen relationship, and good fight sequences. Mind-blowing fight choreography, battleships, dynastic politics, reincarnation, and lots of eye candy concealing a nugget of pure space gold. Female characters...talking to each other like friends?? A female protagonist who is her own person? Female hero story ... that is... fun? Thank you Wachowski siblings, managin that is a greater feat than teaching Keanu Reeves jujitsu via internet. I implore you, dear reader, see this future cult classic in the theater while you can.… Expand

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dougaussieFeb 26, 2015

Okay I enjoyed this movie, the actors did a good job in their assigned roles and the special effects were great, BUT if aliens started shooting up a city on earth there is no way aliens could cover it up, be real it would be on every newsOkay I enjoyed this movie, the actors did a good job in their assigned roles and the special effects were great, BUT if aliens started shooting up a city on earth there is no way aliens could cover it up, be real it would be on every news channel worldwide so writers you stuffed up on that point. ALso why would aliens 90,000 years ahead of us breed humans for the elixir of life, rubbish they would make it in a testtube. AND this supergalactic empire then turns to a hitchhikers guide segment about red tape admin...HUH. The subplot with his best mate was a wasted space he should have been commanding the starship not living on a bee farm. But I liked the small amount of tension between the leads however she is supposed to be a queen wheres her battle fleet, what she queen of a territory and no army, no sense but if you put aside logic and just have action and CGI then its pretty good.… Expand

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caveatscotiFeb 23, 2015

You will never be so bored to watch $176 million burn, nor for less reason. How does the bad guy die? I didn't see that bit: partway through the action climax I pitched my 3D glasses at the screen and walked. 2 points for the art team, whoYou will never be so bored to watch $176 million burn, nor for less reason. How does the bad guy die? I didn't see that bit: partway through the action climax I pitched my 3D glasses at the screen and walked. 2 points for the art team, who did a great job with the brief 'just go nuts'.… Expand

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SevenThundersFeb 23, 2015

If you want old school classic science fiction, with modern special effects, look no further. This is a great film with many thought provoking themes. Chief among them are the ideas that a vastly superior technological culture works behindIf you want old school classic science fiction, with modern special effects, look no further. This is a great film with many thought provoking themes. Chief among them are the ideas that a vastly superior technological culture works behind the scenes to control society, and that we are just like cattle to them, ripe for exploitation.

On top of this you have a classic fairy tale theme of a commoner who becomes a princess and then a damsel in distress, who needs a knight to save her.

The battle scenes are like beautiful choreographed dances. It was very impressing and engaging.

Most of the harsh critics appear to be your typical product of government controlled education, with little to no imagination, who've never considered that the world is bigger than the Kardashians or who won last Sunday's football game. Either that or they are the usual psychotic Marxist, jaded professional critic, for whom life's primary purpose is to suffer, and experience mental anguish.… Expand

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SaberEdgeFeb 22, 2015

My girlfriend and I really loved this movie. We watched it last night and we were thoroughly entertained throughout the whole movie. Critics have once again proved that their opinions are worthless to me. The plot moved along well and held myMy girlfriend and I really loved this movie. We watched it last night and we were thoroughly entertained throughout the whole movie. Critics have once again proved that their opinions are worthless to me. The plot moved along well and held my attention completely. It wasn't difficult to follow. The movie is also a visual feast and contains some incredible action scenes. The acting was good. There was even some philosophic depth to the movie that I appreciated and enjoyed.

I'll write a longer, more detailed review later if I have the time. For now, suffice it to say that we were very glad we went to see this movie.… Expand

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luxkaydenFeb 22, 2015

Jupiter Ascending was the most FUN I have had at a movie in years.

Spectacular visuals and an interesting contemporary heroic myth. While I did find the story was a little hard to follow at times and some of the action scenes where justJupiter Ascending was the most FUN I have had at a movie in years.

Spectacular visuals and an interesting contemporary heroic myth. While I did find the story was a little hard to follow at times and some of the action scenes where just plain dizzying, the overall experience for me was exhilarating and inspiring.

I left the movie feeling a special kind of inspiration that I only experience after really great films.

This movie is lot like a roller coaster and I understand that some people just don't like this kind of thing.

However, I also think that many people are being overly critical of this movie simply because the Wachowski created it. Expectation's were perhaps a little to high for some and others simply don't get or appreciate this type of art.

Regardless, if you enjoy imaginative sci-fi, amazing special effects, and over the top action this flick will deliver.… Expand

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moviestalkerFeb 22, 2015

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Who could have thought that the Wachowski siblings could come up with an movie even worse than matrix 3?

Meet Jupiter Jones, a woman everyone tries to murder .. including gravity, since most of the time she's seen falling to her death hoping to get rescued in time by her wolf boyfriend at the very last second.

Yes, spend 127 minutes watching Channing Tatum save Mila Kunis from: Shooting aliens with laser guns, falling, getting abducted, forced marriage, more falling, getting abducted again, even more falling and exploding. Good thing she ends up being the ruler of earth at the end of the movie. Because her "children" couldn't just take earth by force using their army and space ships and turn all humans into royal jelly ... Oh wait, they do have tons of money and giant spaceships.

I have no idea why people keep defending this piece of garbage: Are you really satisfied by a flimsy story as long as the rest of the movie is overloaded with cgi crap? Wow ... just wow.

Rating: 1/10
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FactsFeb 22, 2015

I was greatly anticipating a new Wachowski movie and went into the theater ready to love it. Unfortunately, what they spent on flashy digital graphics they should have spent on a script doctor. The acting (with the exception of Mila Kunis) isI was greatly anticipating a new Wachowski movie and went into the theater ready to love it. Unfortunately, what they spent on flashy digital graphics they should have spent on a script doctor. The acting (with the exception of Mila Kunis) is so-so at best... but we can't really blame the cast with such a flimsy plot and script to work with. The movie is a pretense to pandering "fan-service"- randomly thrown together things from other genres to try and please multiple audiences. This movie was genuinely terrible and a waste of my money. Refund, please.… Expand

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GnillepsFeb 21, 2015

This movie was graphically delicious. With that said, this is a predictable yawn, sadly.
They spent WAY too much time on lore, the movie CRAWLED in places.
That said, the Universe was REALLY well developed. It was a living, breathingThis movie was graphically delicious. With that said, this is a predictable yawn, sadly.
They spent WAY too much time on lore, the movie CRAWLED in places.
That said, the Universe was REALLY well developed. It was a living, breathing thing.
The main characters (Jupiter/Caine) have zero chemistry. I was never worried about them dying. Or their emotional status. The other characters were AMAZING by contrast. The Abrasax family acting talent was some of the best acting I have seen in a while.… Expand

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scubeesnaxFeb 21, 2015

I loved this movie! I can't remember being this blown away since I saw
the original Star Wars. This is a stunning film - visually it's
breathtaking, in my opinion it represents the future of movie special effects, in its own way it's asI loved this movie! I can't remember being this blown away since I saw
the original Star Wars. This is a stunning film - visually it's
breathtaking, in my opinion it represents the future of movie special
effects, in its own way it's as technologically mind-blowing as Star
Wars was - but also I loved the story and the characters. I was
surprised because I didn't like the Matrix film, I thought it was dark
and devoid of emotions. But with Jupiter, the Wachowskis have climbed
up to a whole new level. It's funny, engaging, surprising. I liked
spending time with the good guys, and truly hated the bad guys at a
level that I don't usually feel in a film; that's what I mean by
engaging. These were people I really wanted to spend time with and I
was sad when it ended. It knew what kind of story it was (space
adventure) and it really delivered. My wife said, "This is the kind of
movie you have to see on the big screen." Yeah, she's right. It's what
makes going to the movies great; it won't translate onto a small TV
screen. I can't figure out why some people are bashing this movie. It's
absolutely terrific at every level. I can't say enough good things
about it. As I was walking out of the theater I immediately texted my
kids and friends and told them to go see Jupiter. It's unusual that I
rave this much about a movie. Go see it. You'll be glad you did. (Just
in case you think this was a canned fake paid for review, I clobbered a
movie last week that I absolutely hated, The Kingsman, which I found
offensive. It's basically a zombie movie falsely advertised as a James
Bond movie. NOT. The Kingsman is disgusting and over-the-top violent.
Yech! So now you know I don't write glowing reviews about every movie I
see.) Anyway, rush out and see Jupiter Ascending before it
leaves theaters. I hope you'll love it as much as we did.… Expand

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CameraBounceGodFeb 21, 2015

Here is my tip to Directors...Please don't make something seem big and cool like Jupiter when I can barely get past the beginning changing scene with Kunis and her girlfriend....and then you did a close up of Smitten Kunis and i wasHere is my tip to Directors...Please don't make something seem big and cool like Jupiter when I can barely get past the beginning changing scene with Kunis and her girlfriend....and then you did a close up of Smitten Kunis and i was like......show me an futuristic structure...never watched anymore after that… Expand

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DokaluFeb 20, 2015

The first thing you see in this movie is an awesome opening scene, cool special effects, nice and fast action, and intriguing characters, so you think “wow, this film is going to be awesome!”, and then it moves forward and you realize howThe first thing you see in this movie is an awesome opening scene, cool special effects, nice and fast action, and intriguing characters, so you think “wow, this film is going to be awesome!”, and then it moves forward and you realize how wrong you were before. Jupiter Ascending is just a long run time full of extremely long and boring conversations that no one cares about. There are barely some action scenes. It has some cool stuff, the “flying” shoes, beautiful protagonist, some excellent CGI (for the most part) and good acting (mainly by Eddie Redmayne), but it is almost entirely just long and boring. The movie’s protagonist is yet another female character who can’t do the things by herself and need always a male character by her side (in this case, Chaning Tatum).
What I didn’t like about the film most that anything else was the fact that you could predict anything that was going to happen. Nothing was unexpected, it was full of clichés, and from the beginning you already knew how it was going to end. That is very disappointing from the people who created The Matrix.
I don’t know what on Earth possessed the Wachowskis to make this movie, but I think they should be preparing for retirement.
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ZowieinkFeb 20, 2015

I am amazed at the negativity surrounding this movie. Granted it is a sci-fi picture which turns off a lot of professional movie critics, but seriously, its a sci-fi space opera, and its not supposed to have enormous depth of character, or aI am amazed at the negativity surrounding this movie. Granted it is a sci-fi picture which turns off a lot of professional movie critics, but seriously, its a sci-fi space opera, and its not supposed to have enormous depth of character, or a profound story line. Its for fun, entertainment. I found Jupiter Ascending fun and entertaining. As mentioned in other reviews, the visual is on overload...from the world building to the fashions. The story is very fast moving, and in this, I wish they had spent a little more time crafting the plot and having more emotion in the acting, particularly concerning "harvesting" or how long should society extend life past a normal 90 years. It would have been fun to explore more of the world, but maybe this would be better for a game, than a movie. There's something elegant about the movie. Maybe its the way the bees react to royalty and the elegantly crafted and thought out world building. This is probably not a movie for everyone, but it is a fun, fun movie to watch....and then to wonder about the creative energies that went into thinking all that stuff up...… Expand

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donnelbrFeb 20, 2015

I came in with low expectations after having read reviews. I've never seen a film that put so much effort into special effects, and so little effort into the story. There was actually some interesting dialogue here and there, but was forI came in with low expectations after having read reviews. I've never seen a film that put so much effort into special effects, and so little effort into the story. There was actually some interesting dialogue here and there, but was for the most part camp and unimaginative. While I found the film entertaining, I was left thinking that the producers were simply too lazy to put together a good story, and didn't think enough of us as the audience to care.… Expand

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AxeTFeb 19, 2015

It would be proof that the best visual effects and production value money can buy don't make a good movie except that even the visuals are nothing so great we haven't all seen before ad nauseum. Creatively it's all tired recycled elementsIt would be proof that the best visual effects and production value money can buy don't make a good movie except that even the visuals are nothing so great we haven't all seen before ad nauseum. Creatively it's all tired recycled elements adding up to one hell of an excruciating bore with dire little skill in story-telling.
And it does once and for all prove that this one hit wonder filmmaking team was exactly that.… Expand

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joslatFeb 19, 2015

Great Space based sci-fi movie, very dynamic and immerses you in a different -unique- universe... if you let yourself to be "taken" by the story and avoid holding to some details, it is an exceptional movie, with great visuals, acting andGreat Space based sci-fi movie, very dynamic and immerses you in a different -unique- universe... if you let yourself to be "taken" by the story and avoid holding to some details, it is an exceptional movie, with great visuals, acting and effects.

I do not understand why there is so much hate for this movie by the critics... I watched it and enjoyed it very much!!

So, go to see it to enjoy it, not to judge it, you will not be deceived.… Expand

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Wheelhorse01Feb 17, 2015

Incredible! From the cast to the story to the special effects to the cinematography to the costumes to the action! It was epic and I enjoyed every minute of it. There are very few films that can completely transport you into another worldIncredible! From the cast to the story to the special effects to the cinematography to the costumes to the action! It was epic and I enjoyed every minute of it. There are very few films that can completely transport you into another world and fascinate you with every element being thrown at you. This is one of those movies. I can't wait for the sequel!… Expand

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michael1208Feb 17, 2015

The Wachowski siblings has always gone huge in their production but this time slightly creative with their own original concept for a science fiction action flick. Aiming to be ambitious, it seems to be the prequel of the fifth story of CloudThe Wachowski siblings has always gone huge in their production but this time slightly creative with their own original concept for a science fiction action flick. Aiming to be ambitious, it seems to be the prequel of the fifth story of Cloud Atlas, combining the elements of reincarnation, breeding, creating new lives as motive source and harvesting with their usual cinematography styles, but it turns out to be a bit complex for squeezing these daring ideas into a rushing two hours in which a number of unnecessarily silly parts should have been replaced to develop the whole universe in details. It has the nostalgic moments thanks to the amazing reconstruction of certain Cloud Atlas scores by Michael Giacchino, the performances from the cast however is a bit mixed - nothing surprise from Tatum and Kunis thanks to the cheesy dialogues, but Eddie Redmayne as the main antagonist role looks promising though with limited screen time. Overall, this new version of Star Wars space universe is still an enjoying formulaic blockbuster with its intense actions and eye popping visual effects even if the directors themselves ended up confused and misfiring ambitious at the wrong directions.… Expand

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LadyDraonFeb 17, 2015

The movie was worth the wait. The effects are stunning, the premise is compelling and I shed a few tears at the beginning. The only thing I didn't like was the CGI aliens, they should have stuck with the cool cyberpunk look they had with theThe movie was worth the wait. The effects are stunning, the premise is compelling and I shed a few tears at the beginning. The only thing I didn't like was the CGI aliens, they should have stuck with the cool cyberpunk look they had with the bounty hunter trio.… Expand

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diogomendesFeb 17, 2015

Jupiter Ascending? More like "Jupiter Descending". In a world where The Matrix and Star Wars exist, you would think that directors/writers Wachowskis could come up with something creative and original, but this bewilderedly scripted mess of aJupiter Ascending? More like "Jupiter Descending". In a world where The Matrix and Star Wars exist, you would think that directors/writers Wachowskis could come up with something creative and original, but this bewilderedly scripted mess of a movie just comes off as plain generic and clichéd. And once again, the audience interprets the movie as "entertaining" rather than "good". How sad. Yes, the movie is pretty to look at, but it doesn't have much in terms of plot or originality (as I said before).

I would write a full review on this, but there's nothing much to say. Please, if you're a fan of sci-fi, have some standards and stay the f*ck away.… Expand

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nacthenudFeb 16, 2015

I disagree with all the negative critic reviews this film seems to be attracting. It thought it was a lot of fun with, visually spectacular set pieces, an interesting central idea, a universe that seems fully-realized and thought-out, aI disagree with all the negative critic reviews this film seems to be attracting. It thought it was a lot of fun with, visually spectacular set pieces, an interesting central idea, a universe that seems fully-realized and thought-out, a strong female lead, and good acting. Only real complaint was that the chemistry could have been stronger between the leads.… Expand

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djniceyFeb 16, 2015

I saw a 4DX showing of this film and thought it was AMAZING! I'd give the film an 8 as I enjoyed the story and the film as a whole much better than I was expecting, and an extra 2 points for the 4DX effects - 3D, wind, water, moving seats,I saw a 4DX showing of this film and thought it was AMAZING! I'd give the film an 8 as I enjoyed the story and the film as a whole much better than I was expecting, and an extra 2 points for the 4DX effects - 3D, wind, water, moving seats, smoke and smells. I thought it would be gimmicky but it was fantastic fun and really added something to the film.

I'd definitely go and see it again. IMO is was as good as Star Wars 1-3, not epic but a decent movie and not nearly as bad as the critics and some reviewers made it out to be.… Expand

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BlueTigerFeb 16, 2015

I thought this was a very good movie. A bit slow on the action at times but it wasn't overly dramatic like the Superman movies. As I read these other lists of high metacritic scores I realize that people nowadays prefer the emotional baggageI thought this was a very good movie. A bit slow on the action at times but it wasn't overly dramatic like the Superman movies. As I read these other lists of high metacritic scores I realize that people nowadays prefer the emotional baggage of the more dramatic movies. This one and many others like it that I would watch again get low scores but the mellodramatic or dramatic movies get high ratings. Makes you wonder just who is voting on these shows.… Expand

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Teylanna334Feb 16, 2015

I enjoyed this film. I felt that the storyline and universe was epic - reminiscent of Frank Herbert's Dune. There was plenty of action, an interesting storyline and sneaky pop culture references that were amusing. It felt as though itI enjoyed this film. I felt that the storyline and universe was epic - reminiscent of Frank Herbert's Dune. There was plenty of action, an interesting storyline and sneaky pop culture references that were amusing. It felt as though it had been heavily cut, however, and could have easily filled another hour or so.

I wanted to see more of the universe. It felt as though we were just looking through at a small portion of what this universe had to offer and I had many questions I would have loved to explore further.

I really hope that there will be a directors cut, expanding on this universe and filling in some of transient scenes that felt missing. The acting was excellent and the dialogue between characters felt real and not forced. It was artistic and beautiful without sacrificing the storyline, though I wish there had been more of it.

Not as amazing and ground breaking as the matrix trilogy, but a great watch.… Expand

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duncan1964Feb 16, 2015

If ambition was a gauge of quality then this would be top of the heap, for there is ambition to spare in this new sci fi epic from the Wachowski's. The story of a young toilet cleaner who finds out that she actually "owns" the earth this isIf ambition was a gauge of quality then this would be top of the heap, for there is ambition to spare in this new sci fi epic from the Wachowski's. The story of a young toilet cleaner who finds out that she actually "owns" the earth this is bonkers, with a capital B! Very little of it makes sense but that really isn't the point. This is a ride, expecting you to climb aboard and hang on for dear life and go with every daft plot twist and turn it throws at you. In any other movie Redmayne's performance would be classed as OTT, camp or just plain bad, but in the context of the world the film creates it all seems to make perfect sense. OK, it's no Guardians Of The Galaxy, but on the plus side, it's not John Carter either!!… Expand

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NerdConsultantFeb 16, 2015

this film is one overlong mess that throws tons of plots at you but goes Absloutly Nowhere with any of them. it feels like this films universe needs to be expanded but theres no comics, video games or short films to expand on the mythos so asthis film is one overlong mess that throws tons of plots at you but goes Absloutly Nowhere with any of them. it feels like this films universe needs to be expanded but theres no comics, video games or short films to expand on the mythos so as a result it comes off as incomplete. the characters are not great especially Mila Kunis character who does absolutely nothing and expects Channing Tatum to come rescue her and the dialogue is insipid. Eddie Redmayne gives the least subtle performance of his career and the 3D was only really worth it in the last 30 minutes and even then it highlighted how much the film is relying on CGI. i will say i enjoyed Sean Bean's performance but his usefulness is very sporadic and i really think the Wachowskis should have only directed this film and handed over the screenplay to another writer because they haven't been on form for a while. as the film stands it's just bad and i really don't want a sequel to be made… Expand

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LornaFeb 15, 2015

Like it so much I went twice, good sci fi film. Enjoyed the chemistry and humour. Eddy was good at being a bad boy for a change. The second viewing was able to understand more of the film that I missed the first time round. Worth a visit to aLike it so much I went twice, good sci fi film. Enjoyed the chemistry and humour. Eddy was good at being a bad boy for a change. The second viewing was able to understand more of the film that I missed the first time round. Worth a visit to a big screen to get the full effect.… Expand

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NorthFloFeb 15, 2015

I love the movie, and I want to watch it again. It has a very interesting storyline and effective actor's play, the visual are very impressive. Some people just could not understand the idea of story, therefore just ignore these critics.

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R_LEE_ERMEYFeb 14, 2015

To the Wachowski's - Don't let these reviews detract you from continuing your work. This movie I believe is more of a a revelation masked in an action sci-fi film. This was the best movie since the Matrix. Even my mother of 65 loved it, myTo the Wachowski's - Don't let these reviews detract you from continuing your work. This movie I believe is more of a a revelation masked in an action sci-fi film. This was the best movie since the Matrix. Even my mother of 65 loved it, my wife and friends. As usual so many truths that are are currently hidden to us are meant to be revealed here in a way the general population can digest. The problem is the population isn't ready for this material yet. Therefore you see the negative ratings. Everything from the symbolism of the bees down to the decadence of the ruling elite. The underlying premise of this movie is closer to reality than most understand.

As far as the movie and superficial material .. The fight scenes and action were the most exciting I've seen since the Matrix. Very few movie makers can can bring chills down your spine like the Wachowski's. The action and special effects already made this movie worth the price of admission. I may even go back and see it again. The architecture and style were unique and a pure joy to watch. PLEASE Keep MAKING MOVIES!… Expand

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docoflove1974Feb 14, 2015

This is a true space opera, in the same vein as Battlestar Galactica and the like. The CG makes the entire movie gorgeous. Mila Kunis shows that she really is a solid actress...and Channing Tatum isn't bad to look at :D The weirdestThis is a true space opera, in the same vein as Battlestar Galactica and the like. The CG makes the entire movie gorgeous. Mila Kunis shows that she really is a solid actress...and Channing Tatum isn't bad to look at :D The weirdest performance was that of Eddie Redmayne; it's haunting, even overly dramatic, but it's hard to forget. The story is predictable, but it's still a highly entertaining movie. The ending leaves room for some interesting sequels.… Expand

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SHORTFINGERFeb 13, 2015

well i like scifi movies but this one was barely okay. special effects where great went they happened but what else can i saw i will not be getting the dvd. this was one of those that i wish it would hurry up and get over.

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ScrawnyPunkFeb 13, 2015

This gets my minimum rating for a Wachowski movie. 5 points for visuals and general goofiness, 0 points for everything else. Word to the wise - this movie is EXCEPTIONALLY stupid. Probably on par with Lucy, but in outer space. So if youThis gets my minimum rating for a Wachowski movie. 5 points for visuals and general goofiness, 0 points for everything else. Word to the wise - this movie is EXCEPTIONALLY stupid. Probably on par with Lucy, but in outer space. So if you think Lucy was a thoughtful movie, then this one is for you. Otherwise...

Plot is plodding. Characters development is negligent. Acting is marginal. Dialog is absurd. Creativity is absolutely absent - this is basically a mash-up of Cinderella, Flash Gordon, Star Wars (episode 3...which might not be the best one to crib), Hitchhikers Guide, and Dune, with slight traces of Ice Pirates.

The saving grace is occasional humor, mostly at the expense of civil servants. The February release looks intentional.… Expand

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Luv_Bad_MoviesFeb 13, 2015

If you're into visual effects, than Jupiter Ascending might be the film for you (though, I thought the visuals were meh). However, if you like detailed story, plots, and characters that develop and go somewhere, Jupiter Ascending isIf you're into visual effects, than Jupiter Ascending might be the film for you (though, I thought the visuals were meh). However, if you like detailed story, plots, and characters that develop and go somewhere, Jupiter Ascending is guaranteed to disappoint. Don't get me wrong, Jupiter Ascending had me laughing (thus entertained), but for all the wrong reasons. Science fiction and fantasy require suspension of belief, but for Jupiter Ascending I recommend you throw you belief out the window and bury it six feet under.… Expand

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RaygirlFeb 13, 2015

Terrible movie!!! Beautiful visuals (which is why I gave it a 3) but such a stupid story, and ridiculously naive behavior by our heroine - who does nothing smart with her new found power throughout the entire movie! (All she does is wonderTerrible movie!!! Beautiful visuals (which is why I gave it a 3) but such a stupid story, and ridiculously naive behavior by our heroine - who does nothing smart with her new found power throughout the entire movie! (All she does is wonder where her boyfriend is. Ughhhhhhhhhh.) Maybe the story will appeal to pre-teens but any adult will find this story simplistic, ridiculous and lame. A space-age Cinderella story with a twist: she happily goes back to cleaning toilets at the end! Oh, but she has her booooooooofriend, so I guess all is well with the universe. OMG - SO LAME!!! I can barely believe they did the Matrix series after seeing that horrible movie!… Expand

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bubucheFeb 13, 2015

I wait for this movie since a year and a half, the premise of being a masterpiece. I saw it in IMAX 3D to maximize the experience and I'm not disappointed. This is a great movie, with a good storie, a lot of actions' scenes and specials'I wait for this movie since a year and a half, the premise of being a masterpiece. I saw it in IMAX 3D to maximize the experience and I'm not disappointed. This is a great movie, with a good storie, a lot of actions' scenes and specials' effects never seen before, original and graphically beautiful.… Expand

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FullMetalHaloFeb 13, 2015

A fun thrill-ride with gorgeous design, if you're a person who's okay letting imagination run wild. Is it perfect? No. But what movie is? Did it deserve such bad reviews and derision? No. Just sit back, stop over-analyzing and enjoy it. IA fun thrill-ride with gorgeous design, if you're a person who's okay letting imagination run wild. Is it perfect? No. But what movie is? Did it deserve such bad reviews and derision? No. Just sit back, stop over-analyzing and enjoy it. I have to do it with every other movie as well.… Expand

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DCEdmondsFeb 12, 2015

"Jupiter Ascending" 10 Scale Rating: 3.0 (Awful) ...

The Good: Visually, it gets a 10 as the film is a sight to behold. The effects are top notch and the fighting scenes are well choreographed. The space battles and dog fights are also"Jupiter Ascending" 10 Scale Rating: 3.0 (Awful) ...

The Good: Visually, it gets a 10 as the film is a sight to behold. The effects are top notch and the fighting scenes are well choreographed. The space battles and dog fights are also well done. Channing Tatum and Mila Kunis try really hard to make this work and neither were part of the problem.

The Bad: The supporting cast was not up to the task and just about every one of them (save Sean Bean) was terrible. The villains (Eddie Redmayne, Douglas Booth, and Tuppence Middleton) were especially dreadful. Redmayne's performance was baffling as he's usually a very good actor. In this film, however, he was hammy and over-the-top ... and not in a good way. The story itself is weak at best, full of plot holes and infused with comedic elements that just don't work. Silly would probably describe the film's premise best. Lastly, for a regular Earth girl, Mila Kunis sure can survive a lot, making death-defying escapes, bending the laws of gravity, and ignoring simple science while doing so. With the exception of amazing effects, it was just a terrible offering all around.… Expand

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BshopFeb 12, 2015

In a previous decade this movie would have been great. The story was well thought out in the first half (through the first kidnapping) but fell flat after that (to the second kidnapping).
The visuals were great, the dialogue and acting wasIn a previous decade this movie would have been great. The story was well thought out in the first half (through the first kidnapping) but fell flat after that (to the second kidnapping).
The visuals were great, the dialogue and acting was not great. Maybe it's just difficult to compete with Guardians of the Galaxy or Marvel series (truth be told, they blend action and humor well).
Sci-Fi elements are here (heroine, rescues, dogfights, interstellar war) but ultimately it falls flat at the acting and back-end story (why is the heroine afraid, why does she go back for her family, why does the rescuer leave her side at all).
I would say a cut of the second kidnapping alone could stand, but the way it is setup after the first kidnapping just doesn't make sense.
In summary, see if you like Sci-Fi, otherwise just rent it.… Expand

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dwhalen1000Feb 11, 2015

this movie was a sad attempt to refresh the old theme of the movie Dune. Poor story plot due to trying to put a trilogy premise condensed into 2 wasted hours. the ending was completely horrible and did not even remotely fit the plot of the movie

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TheLensmanFeb 11, 2015

After all the bad reviews I was pleasantly surprised with one of the most visually dazzling films I can remember. Best use of 3-D ever! Derivative? Maybe. But everything they stole the did better than the source. Except for EddieAfter all the bad reviews I was pleasantly surprised with one of the most visually dazzling films I can remember. Best use of 3-D ever! Derivative? Maybe. But everything they stole the did better than the source. Except for Eddie Redmayne (who chewed, swallowed and regurgitated the scenery) the acting was quite solid. The basic story was simple and familiar, making it fairly easy to follow. The real star of the show was the world-building, turning something apparently heinous into morally ambiguous, which no doubt confused and frightened a lot of moviegoers, especially critics. See it! It's worth every penny of your IMAX 3-D premium ticket!… Expand

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Daniel-CriticFeb 11, 2015

Over the top to the extreme, an extended visual orgasm, complete with a Royal Wedding and giant flying lizard people. Yep, that sums up "Jupiter Ascending". This movie was not made for the masses.

I went into "Jupiter Ascending", with lowOver the top to the extreme, an extended visual orgasm, complete with a Royal Wedding and giant flying lizard people. Yep, that sums up "Jupiter Ascending". This movie was not made for the masses.

I went into "Jupiter Ascending", with low expectations after all of the horrible reviews but I was hopeful the Wachowski's would deliver something unique. On that note I was not disappointed. (Plus the movie gets bonus points for being original—not a remake or sequel—with a beginning, middle and end.)

True, the film is dopey with characters named Jupiter Jones, Caine Wise, and Stinger (a guy who lives with bees). The dialog is flat and embarrassing, framed in a fairly simple story with a few twists and turns, And yes the story is completely unbelievable, nonsensical and disjointed with two-dimensional characters, and pacing/editing that exhibits a jumpy start and stop rhythm. But dammit, this movie was FUN and a feast for the eyes!

With references to Alien, Blade Runner, Brazil, Cinderella, Dune, Men in Black, Planet of the Apes, Star Wars, Fellini's Satyricon, The Wizard of Oz, 20,000 Leagues Under the Seas, and more, "Jupiter Ascending" is a Science fiction/ Fantasy love letter to the genre. I'd say it's comparable to Pacific Rim from a few years back, another excellent, and rather silly science fiction/action film that under-preformed at the box office. Highfaluting, half-baked philosophical crap abounds, (there even seems to be a sub-text involving the virtues of cleaning toilets and maintaining regular bowel movements???) and I enjoyed the whole banquet.

"Jupiter Ascending" is a deliciously layered candy bar full of nuts and honey and other weird things you probably shouldn't think too hard about. It's most likely bad for you but tastes so good! I want to go back and experience the film again and see how it holds up on second viewing. Probably too weird for mainstream audiences and too dumb for the art-house crowd, "Jupiter Ascending" has future cult film written all over it. Time will tell.… Expand

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SoDTFeb 11, 2015

Went to see "Jupiter Ascending" last night and my review would be "Hmmmmmm..... Still can't work out if I liked it".

Visually it is stunning, great effects, rich vistas, and lots of whizzy whooshing stuff that is all rather clever, if youWent to see "Jupiter Ascending" last night and my review would be "Hmmmmmm..... Still can't work out if I liked it".

Visually it is stunning, great effects, rich vistas, and lots of whizzy whooshing stuff that is all rather clever, if you like that sort of eye candy (and I do). Also the idea behind it is exactly the sort of shallow space opera, NOT Sci-Fi, that I love (No spoilers, but the concept is all Intergalactic Empire Sweeping Melodrama). I loved lots of the gadget stuff too, I so NEED some of those boots and one of those shield ring things would be cool too. I also liked the Borgia-esque warring siblings, each more devious and despicable than each other. I loved the concept of harvesting a world and then visiting it afterwards........ So if I put all the individual bits together it should add up to thoroughly enjoyable, if shallow and meaningless, two hours of entertainment.

But somehow it just didn't work when put together. All the ingredients were there, as if for a great meal, but they all just ended up as a sort of sloppy mess on the plate. Blimey, even the Wachowski's were directing and they made The Matrix ffs (the ONLY Matrix film, there was ever only one!) I mean, even the cast list of Mila Kunis, Eddie Redmayne, Channing Tatum and Sean Bean were great ingredients

I think that I would probably watch it again on DVD or whatever, because it really is a visual treat, but I just came away feeling a bit frustrated as to what it might have been........ FRUSTRATING!… Expand

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lzpie21Feb 11, 2015

I usually get incredibly bored watching most movies. I am happy to say I really fell in love with the characters and I would watch this again in theaters. Its hard to believe all the negative reviews.

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Andrew-XFeb 11, 2015

Once again I fell prey of an incredibly well done trailer. When I saw the trailer for this movie I was enthralled by the spaceship's designs and eye Candy flying stunts over Chicago but the moment the movie started it tanked awfully. IOnce again I fell prey of an incredibly well done trailer. When I saw the trailer for this movie I was enthralled by the spaceship's designs and eye Candy flying stunts over Chicago but the moment the movie started it tanked awfully. I couldn't believe the simplicity of the script and the way the characters were presented. Mixing elements such as the grandeur of ancient Space civilizations with cartoon-like depiction of bureaucracy gave me ulcers. The non existant explanation about the future of Jupiter's remaining "kindred" made me believe this was gonna be a trilogy. If this is not the case then this is one of the worst movie scripts ever! I was literally in shock when the movie was over. I walked out of the cinema convincing myself this was nothing but the first part in a three part saga!… Expand

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BigDegs29Feb 10, 2015

Definitely not the clusterf--k so many people are claiming it is. But certainly no masterpiece either.

Visually stunning and thankfully the plot wasn't predictable (for the most part) like so many other sci-fi's. Could have done withoutDefinitely not the clusterf--k so many people are claiming it is. But certainly no masterpiece either.

Visually stunning and thankfully the plot wasn't predictable (for the most part) like so many other sci-fi's. Could have done without the tacked on romance scheme, and the main villain is typical fare.

The movie strikes a nice balance of action and story, although action sequences run a little long. The writing and dialogue could have been better, but it's passable. Unfortunately the movie leaves a lot unexplained, which is sad considering the plot could have been a very interesting one.

All in all, an entertaining, yet flawed flick.… Expand

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analogkid280Feb 10, 2015

It's hard to take a movie like this seriously when it starts by giving Melina Kunis too many scenes with a toilet brush. Also all those aliens are just so white I thought it was produced by MIchael Moore for a minute. You see this is whatIt's hard to take a movie like this seriously when it starts by giving Melina Kunis too many scenes with a toilet brush. Also all those aliens are just so white I thought it was produced by MIchael Moore for a minute. You see this is what happens when people have too much money and time to throw at a project. It makes me want to show them what happened to M Night Shamalwatever when he made too many stinkers. This suffers from the same problem that many book adaptions have where you take 20 hours of material and squeeze it into a 2 hour movie. Only this time there was no book or good ideas to go with it. Whatever,,. Next!… Expand

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genuinerealistFeb 10, 2015

This goofy, likely unintentional, homage to Flash Gordon and the naive science fiction of the 30's is huge fun, not to be taken too seriously. One of the better popcorn movies you'll ever see. The story IS coherent and easy to follow, if . .This goofy, likely unintentional, homage to Flash Gordon and the naive science fiction of the 30's is huge fun, not to be taken too seriously. One of the better popcorn movies you'll ever see. The story IS coherent and easy to follow, if . . . . well fun . . . naive. I can't imagine anyone free from preconceptions that won't have a lot of fun with this.… Expand

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fideruFeb 10, 2015

I really don't understand all thats bad reviews, this movie, even if you are not a fan of a hardcore sci-fi, must be a A+ just for be PURE CINEMA; incredible landscapes, a great and original universe, incredible action scenes, What people areI really don't understand all thats bad reviews, this movie, even if you are not a fan of a hardcore sci-fi, must be a A+ just for be PURE CINEMA; incredible landscapes, a great and original universe, incredible action scenes, What people are looking for a epic sci-fi opera? I just don't understand.… Expand

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Movi3R3vi3werFeb 9, 2015

What a f*freaking piece of dog crap this movie was, oh my God. This movie officially kills what career the Wachowski’s had and wastes a great cast including Mila Kunis, Channing Tatum, Sean Bean and Oscar nominee Eddie Redmayne. We areWhat a f*freaking piece of dog crap this movie was, oh my God. This movie officially kills what career the Wachowski’s had and wastes a great cast including Mila Kunis, Channing Tatum, Sean Bean and Oscar nominee Eddie Redmayne. We are treated to a Star Wars prequel trilogy knock off featuring as interesting dialogue as The Phantom Menace did and the same poorly written romantic dialogue from Attack of the Clones, this movie sucks.… Expand

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phch22777Feb 9, 2015

This is a revolutionary scenario and universe which is quite profound, rich, but didn't turn out on the screen because of too many cut scenes. There is an introductory aspect to the movie that feels rushed and confusing, which seems to theThis is a revolutionary scenario and universe which is quite profound, rich, but didn't turn out on the screen because of too many cut scenes. There is an introductory aspect to the movie that feels rushed and confusing, which seems to the the reflection of the state of confusion that the main character is put through. More interesting is the fact that this movie explores the theme of the origin of our species as other movie did recently, such as Prometheus, the notion that we may not be the only intelligent society in the universe. The fundamentals themes remain those of the Wachowskis, very close to the Matrix and Cloud Atlas, a quest for freedom of choice, the fight for the release from slavery, exploitation of the body and mind of Mankind to keep them in an altered state which is the result of a manipulation scheme based on the power of lies and ignorance and the moral consequence that comes from the awakening from those lies. Requires intelligence and attention from viewers that can miss the point. This is not just an action movie with lots of CG...… Expand

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amohammed1975Feb 9, 2015

This movie was surprisingly horrible. I can understand now why it was delayed 2 years in releasing. Though, I would think after 2 years they would have done much better at trying to improve it. The best thing about JA was the trailer. I gaveThis movie was surprisingly horrible. I can understand now why it was delayed 2 years in releasing. Though, I would think after 2 years they would have done much better at trying to improve it. The best thing about JA was the trailer. I gave it a 1 rather than a zero, as the special effects were very good.… Expand

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RealPeopleFeb 9, 2015

Not that it would matter much: but possible spoilers about a real spoiler. I wanted to love this movie. I did not love this movie. In fact, my 3 rating is high, due to my love for the genre and the Wachowskis. I did love Speed Racer and theNot that it would matter much: but possible spoilers about a real spoiler. I wanted to love this movie. I did not love this movie. In fact, my 3 rating is high, due to my love for the genre and the Wachowskis. I did love Speed Racer and the Matrix, and I've enjoyed the Wachowskis other movies if not loved. Jupiter Ascending let me down in so many ways. The first half of the movie I found great. Whenever we were on Earth I was pleased. Smiling in my seat. Wowed by the special effects. When we leave Earth it all fell apart. The acting was all very well done, even Tatums. I don't care how well the digital effects are, they just do not move me in anyway. While on earth the gravity boots, the makeup, the digital effects mixed in real-world areas or sets all fantastic. The planet Jupiter was good. The rest just felt so awkward and emotionless. Maybe because we have seen this before, for many years, starting with the oft besmirched star wars. Putting the search for realistic eyes in a digital world aside the story is a complete and utter failure after we leave earth. As if they ran out of story and decided to just repeat what they did on earth in space. More of Kunis character Jupiter falling and being saved by gravity boots. Lots more. This isn't the creative repetition as with the matrix that lets us see the computer world of the matrix is being created on the fly, no this is we have completely run out of time or ideas. Have these movie directors learned nothing from the past? we could have stayed on Earth and armed Jupiter's excellent Russian family and had them fighting with slapstick humor and it would have been a hit. they could have wrote in a story about humans that know of the plot but are helping it along for the love of money. Instead we get repeated extremely lifeless set pieces that we have already seen at the beginning of this movie. So instead, we have another grand missed opportunity. And that is a shame, because no one can do this like the Wachowskis, and every failure will stop more space operas from hitting the big screen. Tisk tisk Wachowski brothers. And tisk tisk to all of your friends who obviously know nothing, or are too afraid to say anything about the course of your creations to you. The moral of the story is you don't need to own galaxies and cleaning up poop ain't so bad as long as you have a wolf-man with flying boots? Did you know you were making such a bad movie so you tried to force feed us an ideal that would let us cope? Signed: devoted but bewildered fan. I hope you make enough to get another chance. Only because you owe us fans now, you owe us big time.… Expand

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TVJerryFeb 9, 2015

Since their big hits, the Wachowskis have tried all kinds of promising spectacles, but none have approached the breakthrough status of their "Matrix" trilogy. In this one, a woman named Jupiter (Mila Kunis) isn't very happy with her mundaneSince their big hits, the Wachowskis have tried all kinds of promising spectacles, but none have approached the breakthrough status of their "Matrix" trilogy. In this one, a woman named Jupiter (Mila Kunis) isn't very happy with her mundane existence, until she's whisked off to another galaxy by a hunky alien (Channing Tatum). She enters a universe where her genetic signature promises amazing things. Sounds cool enough, but the visuals offer nothing that a high-end videogame doesn’t. There are no dazzling new EFX or wondrous concepts, just a lot of hectic, noisy chases and impending-doom drama. It feels like the filmmakers have attempted to assemble a blockbuster by delivering all of the genre's staples, but have ended up with a bland and unexciting derivative.… Expand

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dharmaFeb 9, 2015

An interesting failure from the Watchowski's, Jupiter Ascending has great art design and superb world building, but nowhere to go. It's too brisk and serious, when it should have been fun, with less exposition. Like their previous efforts,An interesting failure from the Watchowski's, Jupiter Ascending has great art design and superb world building, but nowhere to go. It's too brisk and serious, when it should have been fun, with less exposition. Like their previous efforts, it will probably be recognized as a cult classic in the future.… Expand

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KadeemluvmusicFeb 9, 2015

I didn't get a chance to see Jupiter Ascending and I couldn't even to pay IMAX tickets lately. My take on Jupiter Ascending is that it didn't live up the hype and delaying a supposed summer release just killed any chances of taking the boxI didn't get a chance to see Jupiter Ascending and I couldn't even to pay IMAX tickets lately. My take on Jupiter Ascending is that it didn't live up the hype and delaying a supposed summer release just killed any chances of taking the box office crown. And it probably seems that The Wachowskis have fallen off their empire from bomb after bomb. I won't take away the cast in this choice of filmmaking, I have to give credit for adding Channing Tatum, Mila Kunis, and soon-to-be Oscar favorite, Eddie Redmayne for putting an excellent job on their performance. As for the rest, I felt that the film is overhyped at some point. The story and nature of the film is confusing and the dialogue was nowhere near perfection. I hoped Andy and Lana Wachowski should be able to make up a whole new idea instead of making poor timing over marketing issues. Like say reboot the whole Matrix Trilogy thing and besides, if you want to get your fanbase back to where it belongs, don't let the past fooled you and try again. I don't wanna hate on Jupiter Ascending because the CGI effects are amazing, very well crafted. Along with a dazzling blush of fantastic visuals and a beautiful look of sci-fi apple pie. Unfortunately, I really hate it when a film I was so dying to see in 2014 just cost my wallet and it's just a shame why this film falls flat. I suggest for myself see this movie first and then wait for a rental. Better luck next movie, Wachowskis. At least you've did your best. Sadly, Jupiter Ascending is the weakest in your film library.… Expand

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irmdogFeb 8, 2015

There is no defending this film, it was BAD. I usually like Warchowski's films, even the bad ones, but this movie is an expensive waste of talent. While watching this mess all I could think to myself was all the starving people in the worldThere is no defending this film, it was BAD. I usually like Warchowski's films, even the bad ones, but this movie is an expensive waste of talent. While watching this mess all I could think to myself was all the starving people in the world and a hundred million dollars was wasted on this movie.… Expand

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WirespeedFeb 8, 2015

In these reviews, I notice two main groups of people - the ones who like a story, and the ones who like the eye candy. If you only like movies that tell a good story, you shouldn't even bother going - the story is pretty simplistic. TheIn these reviews, I notice two main groups of people - the ones who like a story, and the ones who like the eye candy. If you only like movies that tell a good story, you shouldn't even bother going - the story is pretty simplistic. The special effects, however, were spectacular. I also definitely liked some of the things they ended up doing with the Sci-Fi and how they introduced Jupiter to the greater universe. I also enjoyed how they explained a great deal of the 'aliens' being human while still including alien races. Despite the story being somewhat simplistic, the universe has great potential for expansion though I'm not sure another movie would be a good medium for it. I'd read the book though. In all fairness, despite the former, the movie and the action scenes got a bit tedious at times, but that's not hard to work around.

Solid 3.5/5 in my book… Expand

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XerSMMackFeb 8, 2015

Bias upfront: Loved Matrix, Hated 2 and 3, Love Sci-fi. Went in with low expectations and they were met. There is no original thought anywhere in this chaotic mess. Even the 'special effects' were not very special. Action scenes wereBias upfront: Loved Matrix, Hated 2 and 3, Love Sci-fi. Went in with low expectations and they were met. There is no original thought anywhere in this chaotic mess. Even the 'special effects' were not very special. Action scenes were overly long and not all that exciting. Characters, that were very shallow to begin with, were never developed either. Sad, considering I was looking forward to this since it was announced. M. Night Shyamalan you have met your match for Directors/Writers who should just stop.… Expand

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jluaFeb 8, 2015

I gave it one point for the special effects. But I am very sorry that such DGI effects talent went to a movie that didn´t deserve the effort. I am struggling to find some redeeming feature in this film, but I am am very sorry to report thatI gave it one point for the special effects. But I am very sorry that such DGI effects talent went to a movie that didn´t deserve the effort. I am struggling to find some redeeming feature in this film, but I am am very sorry to report that I can´t find anything at all. Despite all its special effects, I am sorry to say that it is one of the weakest film I remember seeing. And I am a science fiction fan, who enjoys almost all science fiction movies. Not this one.… Expand

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mostfilmsarebadFeb 8, 2015

Fight scenes too long, over exaggerated explosions, some good moments but mostly corny/cliché with bad puns and dry humour. Channing Tatum looked extremely gormless throughout the movie as if he hadn't slept for several days. Designs forFight scenes too long, over exaggerated explosions, some good moments but mostly corny/cliché with bad puns and dry humour. Channing Tatum looked extremely gormless throughout the movie as if he hadn't slept for several days. Designs for set/ships etc looked like Asgard on steroids, costumes were alright at times yet could have been taken form the Hunger Games/Divergent. Soundtrack was trying too hard to be Howard Shore at times and was quite bland and lacked intensity at key points. CGI was probably done on Google Sketchup. The main antagonist was really **** annoying and needed a drink of water and anger management. Story line made relatively no sense and was hard to follow and could have been changed halfway through the actual filming. Sean Bean really likes bees. Unnecessary giant lizards.… Expand

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LowbrowCinemaFeb 8, 2015

JUPITER ASCENDING couldn't be more banal, useless, and dull. But it is colorful. It's amazing how these 2 filmmakers can drain the live out of anything, even such personable leads. But again. lots of color.

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WafflemanguyFeb 8, 2015

One of the worst movies of 2014-2015. Poor story, poor acting, only giving it a one for the gorgeous special effects. 90% of the movie was CGI, but the CGI was good. About the plot, it was repetitive, made little sense, and it looked like itOne of the worst movies of 2014-2015. Poor story, poor acting, only giving it a one for the gorgeous special effects. 90% of the movie was CGI, but the CGI was good. About the plot, it was repetitive, made little sense, and it looked like it was written by a 10 year old boy after it played Final Fantasy all day.
Spend your money on toilet paper or something equally useful instead of spending this on this CGI bomb.… Expand

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eagleeyevikingFeb 8, 2015

The career of the Wachowski siblings plays out like the Matrix trilogy they directed. It started spectacularly and ever since has taken a downward spiral upto this new colossal mess as Jupiter Ascending, the first blockbusterThe career of the Wachowski siblings plays out like the Matrix trilogy they directed. It started spectacularly and ever since has taken a downward spiral upto this new colossal mess as Jupiter Ascending, the first blockbuster special-effects-extravaganza film of 2015, is one beautiful blunder.

By far the most attractive toilet cleaner on Earth (hey, something original), Jupiter Jones, (played by the perfectly functional Mila Kunis) finds out through Caine Wise (Channing Tatum) that she is the heir to the throne of Jupiter and so sets out with him to be the queen.

Channing Tatum, impressive in recent movies reduces himself to a stoic poker faced guy this time around. He is topless half the running time and nearly smiles once... nearly. And his ears... well it might be best to not talk about it while antagonist Balem (Eddie Redmayne) mainly stands out due to his: 1) Weird Accent and 2) Occasional screaming (to wake the audience up of course). Other side characters such as Sean Bean's and Douglas Booth's characters are instantly forgettable.

A love story is hinted between the two leads, which in large part is cute and functional, but adds absolutely nothing to the plot. The same can be said for Jupiter's Earth family, who serve no purpose to the already convoluted plot.

One positive note is the visual effects and the scope of the movie itself. Bolstered by the well used IMAX 3D, the action in this movie is at least memorable, with an 8 minute sequence in Chicago particularly standing out.

With the splash of cash provided to visual effects, it is evident that the plot was left for dead. With a lack of cohesiveness and plot holes everywhere, Jupiter Ascending never ascends to more than average space politics despite the impressive world building. The script is terribly written with stiff dialogue spoken by unremarkable characters and sci-fi jargon used whenever there is no logical reasoning. The structure of the movie, is similarly terrible largely due to its incohesive plot.

Overall, this is a pretty piece of **** from the Wachowski's. Nuff said.… Expand

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vikesh2206Feb 8, 2015

Despite its visual grace better experienced in IMAX 3D, the Wachowski siblings directs a colossal mess in Jupiter Ascending, which serves as both candy for the eye... and candy for the brain.

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Gamed2longFeb 8, 2015

Remember the Matrix? Great movie. It was completely original. It had many layers and worked well at each one. Well this movie is completely original. Undoubtedly. But it only sorta works on one layer. And even that is iffy. Any deeper meaningRemember the Matrix? Great movie. It was completely original. It had many layers and worked well at each one. Well this movie is completely original. Undoubtedly. But it only sorta works on one layer. And even that is iffy. Any deeper meaning is either missing or completely botched. Visually the CG is spectacular. Mila Kunis is a fine leading lady. Sean Bean even has a small part. (Small spoiler, he lives) But the big problem is the plot, and somewhat the dialogue. Many times during this movie I thought. How can something be so smart and so stupid at the same time? Like the gigantic space station which reacts violently with whatever is outside it as soon as it gets a tiny leak. I'm watching amazing space ships travel to exotic words with bizarre aliens. And a disproportionate amount of screen-time is dedicated to Mila Kunis scrubbing toilets. What the heck? Maybe this movie would have worked better as a mini-series, so each of the stories they obviously wanted to tell could be given enough time and told well. And you know what? Maybe then I'd skip the sappy love story episode, and the hard luck immigrant story and enjoy a Sci-Fi political story reminiscent of dune.… Expand

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DamionFeb 7, 2015

An embarrassment of riches!!!

…and what I mean by that is that this is a film about rich people that is just an embarrassment. “Jupiter Ascending” is the latest film from the Wachowskis and, despite what you read about their under-ratedAn embarrassment of riches!!!

…and what I mean by that is that this is a film about rich people that is just an embarrassment.

“Jupiter Ascending” is the latest film from the Wachowskis and, despite what you read about their under-rated previous efforts (“Speed Racer,” “Cloud Atlas”), this one truly is….utter disaster.

Remember when Hollywood seemed to start putting effects ahead of stories and starting insulting the viewers intelligence until some directors (read: Cameron, Nolan) started injecting mindblowing effects into incredibly intelligent stories.

Well, guess who is insulting our intelligence again.

What this movie is “about,” and I use the term loosely, is a young woman in Chicago who cleans toilets for a living who finds out she is actually a genetic descendant of the most powerful dynasty in the universe and simply needs to claim Earth as her own, which she left to herself thousands of years prior, before her “son” harvests humans to make a potion that keeps other beings in the universe young.

You got that? No?

Who cares.

The entire film is completely about special effects and scene after scene that shows elements ripped off directly from any one of the Star Wars films. It is clear the entire film was thought of from the perceptive of “how could we get this cool scene in the film?” with very little focus on a story that is chronologically and logistically ridiculous.

Case in point: Jupiter Jones, played by Mila Kunis, in the span of about 24 hours, finds out that aliens exist, that she is galactic royalty impervious to the sting of bees and survives the most ridiculously unlikely air-chase ever shown on screen without a seat belt….without even batting an eyelash or one moment of hyperventilating. I mean, I think most of us would freak out to actually meet an alien, first and foremost…even a muscular, hot one in the form of Channing Tatum…never mind the rest of what was thrown at her. Yet, she takes it in stride, like it is completely normal.

Absurd.

Truly, the entire narrative rolls out like this…with space, time and basic logic (and gravity) being completely ignored in the development of a story so completely ridiculous, Oscar-front-runner Eddie Redmayne must be crying himself to sleep for accepting to be a part of this and giving such a silly performance. In June 2014, when this film's release was pushed back by almost seven months from July 2014 to February 2015, what they should have done was rewritten the script.

On the upside, the film is visually stunning, and they certainly used 3D technology to their advantage, not to mention that Tatum’s extended shirtless scene is, indeed, very entertaining while I don’t think I have ever seen Mila Kunis look so beautiful. Unfortunately, she is at her best when she is dressed to the nines as a total rip off of Padmé.… Expand

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DWofYVRFeb 7, 2015

Really very stunning. Easy to follow, the plot and story are NOT hard to follow. The FX are incredible. I was indeed on the edge of my seat most f the movie.

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HaithamBFeb 7, 2015

Jupiter Ascending is a good - looking speculate featuring incredible visuals and likable leads. However, the movie fails to chronicle its incredible premise and rather becomes a tedious misfire from The Wachowskis.

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MugikunFeb 7, 2015

I was looking forward to this movie really bad but was hardly dissapointed throughout the movie. The ONLY positive thing about this movie are the special effects but thats where it ends. The storytelling was really awful and it was the firstI was looking forward to this movie really bad but was hardly dissapointed throughout the movie. The ONLY positive thing about this movie are the special effects but thats where it ends. The storytelling was really awful and it was the first time in my life I wanted my money back after a movie. I felt betrayed and made fun of. How can they even allow this kind of BS. Gosh, it makes me angry.… Expand

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zerotequeFeb 7, 2015

A visually beautiful film that easily rivals any other space/sci-fi flick that I can think of. Those who claim the story is confusing didn't pay attention (I thought it was quite simple . . . ) and if you go into the film expecting anythingA visually beautiful film that easily rivals any other space/sci-fi flick that I can think of. Those who claim the story is confusing didn't pay attention (I thought it was quite simple . . . ) and if you go into the film expecting anything but a fun and engaging action-packed gorgeous space opera then you probably will be disappointed, but honestly I very much enjoyed it. I can't point out any negative aspect of the film.… Expand

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scribblerFeb 7, 2015

You are at risk of insanity or terminal tedium! Do not go to see the film "Jupiter Ascending". Whatever anyone says this is the most banal, badly scripted film I have ever seen. You may loose the will to live if you sit through more than 45You are at risk of insanity or terminal tedium! Do not go to see the film "Jupiter Ascending". Whatever anyone says this is the most banal, badly scripted film I have ever seen. You may loose the will to live if you sit through more than 45 minutes of this unadulterated bilge. Any film where a master of the universe (even if he is currently up for an Oscar in "The Theory of Everything") comes up with the line "My mother never cleaned a toilet in her entire life" and a dinosaur says "ooh you hurt me....." is beyond parody.

The lines are delivered in a drawl with some of the worst diction I have ever heard.

This film is an excrescence, go see it at your peril!… Expand

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rheignFeb 7, 2015

Good flick, very entertaining. Quick pace, good acting, amazing visuals, will go see it again and will purchase when digitally released. Can't understand why it's getting blasted. It almost seems as though they're trying to persuade peopleGood flick, very entertaining. Quick pace, good acting, amazing visuals, will go see it again and will purchase when digitally released. Can't understand why it's getting blasted. It almost seems as though they're trying to persuade people not to see it in hopes it will fail. Wonder who the Wachowskis pissed off.… Expand

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tvnewsguidoFeb 7, 2015

Beautiful but tedious.

Q. How many chase/fight scenes can one movie sustain? A. 3 less than the number in Jupiter Ascending. It's pretty and I liked the universe they created. It is the actiony bits that drag down the film. It'sBeautiful but tedious.

Q. How many chase/fight scenes can one movie sustain?
A. 3 less than the number in Jupiter Ascending.

It's pretty and I liked the universe they created. It is the actiony bits that drag down the film.

It's like a simple pound cake with 3 feet of icing on top - I really liked the cake but was sick to death of the icing by the time I got done.… Expand

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WurstwasserFeb 7, 2015

The first half hour boring but the end makes it. The idea for the base story was new und makes is interesting. Fantastic outfits and I was full flashed by the CGI and visual!

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JfreakinDFeb 7, 2015

This was so much better than the critics are letting on. Its not a perfect movie by any means, but its a ton of fun and the visuals are amazing! It has a nice passing and actions sequences are fantastic!

If this would have come out lastThis was so much better than the critics are letting on. Its not a perfect movie by any means, but its a ton of fun and the visuals are amazing! It has a nice passing and actions sequences are fantastic!

If this would have come out last June and gone head to head with Transformers 4 it would have crushed at the box office. Its absolutely worth seeing!… Expand

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Sapra6Feb 7, 2015

I think if you go to theater open minded,There is potential that you will love the movie.Graphic effects were excellent.The story will really suck you in to the world which is really Interesting.I really loved it and would recommend you toI think if you go to theater open minded,There is potential that you will love the movie.Graphic effects were excellent.The story will really suck you in to the world which is really Interesting.I really loved it and would recommend you to watch it with an open mind and i Certainly hope you are going to love the movie… Expand

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VangerdahastFeb 6, 2015

Obviously awful reviews were the deterrent. I went in expecting poor pacing, a shallow story, & terrible writing yet a plethora of relevant characters, good world-building, and a landscape inviting future adventures had successfully beenObviously awful reviews were the deterrent. I went in expecting poor pacing, a shallow story, & terrible writing yet a plethora of relevant characters, good world-building, and a landscape inviting future adventures had successfully been established; as well as the pluses eclipsing the negatives. I enjoyed some of the tech & templates coming straight out of the RPG Shadowrun w/ a less campy Flash Gordon but less serious than the Matrix execution. The identity of the movie made a bumpy ride, but it always recovered. I whole-heartedly recommend Jupiter Ascending & believe a lot of lazy or cowardly bloggers/reviewers passed on forgivable negatives like wildfire. Frame of mind is always crucial going into a movie. I think going in w/ a purpose, to enjoy a space opera, expecting the worst will allow you to enjoy Jupiter to the fullest. The mistakes made with this one should pave the way for an even better sequel, which I look forward to.… Expand

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subs2Feb 6, 2015

The critics were right about this movie. It failed on every level. Poor dialogue, poor story telling, dull music, boring fighting action scenes, boring action sequences and dull characters. I struggled to get to the end and the onlyThe critics were right about this movie. It failed on every level. Poor dialogue, poor story telling, dull music, boring fighting action scenes, boring action sequences and dull characters. I struggled to get to the end and the only entertainment I got from this film was joking about how bad it was with my friends. It was a complete waste of money and I wouldn't recommend anyone to watch this film.

The Wachowski siblings let me down big time on this film. The story had some potential but they failed to make it interesting and I think the film deserves to flop.… Expand

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HealingToolbox1Feb 6, 2015

Final Fantasy, the Movie, this is it. This has three times the filmmaking talent, skill and panache of Guardians of he Galaxy, three times as good. The plots are very comparable in emotional affect, not in storyline. If you liked theFinal Fantasy, the Movie, this is it. This has three times the filmmaking talent, skill and panache of Guardians of he Galaxy, three times as good. The plots are very comparable in emotional affect, not in storyline. If you liked the original Star Wars or Guardians... you'll find that style of moviemaking updated and done better here.

It is indeed the sci-fi portion of Cloud Atlas made longer with much better writing and better acting. The two male villains leads are wonderful and effective. Mila Kunis is more than adequate.

I read all the Metacritic review thumbnails before writing this. I've re-read them again now. I think we have again the Steven Spielberg critical backlash effect here that arises when directors make movies the public wants and loves but offer no red meat for film critics.… Expand

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GreatMartinFeb 6, 2015

Take a little of Cinderella, first seen cleaning toilets, add her prince or even better put in some DC Comics Superman who can’t fly--well he lost his wings--but does have floating boots that light up and help him skate all over the planetaryTake a little of Cinderella, first seen cleaning toilets, add her prince or even better put in some DC Comics Superman who can’t fly--well he lost his wings--but does have floating boots that light up and help him skate all over the planetary system. Be sure to have a Lois Lane/Superman flying scene. Oh yes give this guy some pointed ears like Spock fro Star Trek and make sure he leads battle after battle after battle after battle from Star Wars

Never hurts to throw in some King Lear and/or Games of Thrones. When things get too hectic slow it down--very slow--and add a nonsensical love story. Here and there give the Cinderella/toilet cleaner/alien in Chicago a wise crack which would be funny in any movie but this one. Oh yes let’s not forget to throw in some Speilberg’s E.T.s and Lucas mutants.

Directors/screenwriters Lana and Andy Wachowski seem to have their second bomb in a row, after “Cloud Atlas”, and “Jupiter Ascending” is a $175 million seemingly unrecoverable mistake.

At one time special effects made a movie-goer’s jaw drop but now they have become such a part of various genres they really don’t have the effect they had and in a movie such as this where they as wall to wall and constantly repeated is almost becomes laughable if not boring.

Channing Tatum showed he is a first grade actor in “”Foxcatcher” while Mila Kunis earned her drama stripes in “The Black Swan”. Sean Bean has received several acting honors in his career while Gugu Mbatha-Raw showed her versatility last year in “Belle” and “Beyond The Lights”. Here’s hoping no Oscar voters will see Eddie Redmayne in this film or they may punish him when it comes to voting!

There are many supporting actors in the film who will probably forget to put this movie on their resumes which is understandable. The music is annoying and/or unforgettable while some of the costumes even Cher or Lady GaGa wouldn’t wear.

One suggestion, if you feel you have to see it, see it in a movie theatre as the only thing it has going for it is the first time they show a special effect.

Ending on a positive note I want a pair of Tatum’s floating boots, that light up, so I can go air skating up to visit you!… Expand

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GimpyTreatFeb 6, 2015

This movie was a giant, floating turd in the punchbowl of my otherwise wonderful day off. I got a nap this morning. Ate sushi for lunch. Had some wonderful physical relations with my wife. And was hoping that my day would only get better byThis movie was a giant, floating turd in the punchbowl of my otherwise wonderful day off. I got a nap this morning. Ate sushi for lunch. Had some wonderful physical relations with my wife. And was hoping that my day would only get better by watching this movie. Well, fate is a cruel bastard, and after spending no less than $7 on a matinee ticket, I soon found myself giggling at the ridiculous fish-lipped villain and his whispery ways. The movie was so incredibly predictable that during the times that I closed my eyes for an unnecessarily long blink, I used my psychic powers to tell me what would happen next. They threw in some scenes of things breaking for no reason other than to add obstacles for Mila to jump and dodge.

Well, now I'm home trying to salvage this weekend and stretch out time in hopes of getting back the 2+ hours of my life that I wasted. If you're on the fence about seeing this movie, DON'T! You'd be better off getting a colonoscopy from your neighborhood crack dealer.… Expand

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SithbotFeb 6, 2015

The Wachowskis have given us some of the best – and worst – sci-fi of the last decade or so. While they are definitely not the visionary filmmakers they were hailed when "The Matrix" was released, they still have a knack for creatingThe Wachowskis have given us some of the best – and worst – sci-fi of the last decade or so. While they are definitely not the visionary filmmakers they were hailed when "The Matrix" was released, they still have a knack for creating beautiful, intriguing worlds and masterful works of imagination. Unfortunately, the universe they brought to life in "Jupiter Ascending" is as dull and lifeless as it is gorgeous to look at.

Jupiter Jones (Mila Kunis) is a woman without a home. Her mother gave birth to her while immigrating to the US, which means that Jupiter literally does not have a country to call her own and ekes out a living cleaning toilets and scrubbing bathtubs with the rest of her Russian family. Her life takes a turn for the bizarre when she is rescued by Caine Wise (Channing Tatum), a genetically-modified and intergalactic legionnaire who, along with his ex-military compatriot, Stinger (Sean Bean), inform her that she is actually the genetically reborn heir to earth – the matron of House Abrasax.

Unbeknownst to humans on earth, alien races have seeded planets with life and allowed them to evolve and grow until they reach critical mass. At this point, the planets are "harvested,” and billions of unlucky souls are reduced to a serum that is used by these races to stay perpetually young. The petulant and greedy offspring of Abrasax are not about to let some upstart rip their investment from their hands, which sets up a war with Jupiter, Caine and Stinger against some of the most powerful and dangerous people in the universe. Either she will take her rightful place as protector of earth, or her life and billions of others will be forfeit to their insatiable lust for money, power and youth.

"Jupiter Ascending" was suddenly pulled from its original release date last July for reported reshoots and script changes. The impact this had is quite obvious and glaring in the final product. It feels like the Wachowskis took all of their rewrites, mashed them together and forgot to have anyone check to make sure they weren't recycling plot points. Jupiter is captured not once, but twice by the Abrasax heirs. Each time – along with her eventual rescue by Caine – plays out almost exactly the same. The fact that both scenes take place over the span of 30 minutes, turns what could have been fun and entertaining into something that is boring and anticlimactic.

The Wachowskis also have a nasty habit of introducing random characters just for plot's sake, only to have them disappear, never to be seen again. All of this made me feel like I was watching two – or three – different movies that were unable to coalesce into one, coherent story.

The characters themselves are dull and fall prey to the similar tropes we've seen time and again. Mila Kunis as Princess Leia/Luke Skywalker manages to be both spunky and headstrong one moment but helpless the next while Channing Tatum, our Han Solo, looks pretty and broods. With the exception of Eddie Redmayne (who is a cringe-worthy Balem Abrasax), no one really gives a bad performance, but they seem like they can't figure out who they are supposed to be playing any more than we are.

What is accomplished to great effect is a universe that has been painstakingly built from scratch. It's obvious this was meant to be the first in a series of films that take place in this setting, and it's sad that it won't happen since there is so much potential. I would love to see more about the Abrasax family (especially its female members) and how they came to power, as well as the winged legionnaires that Caine and Stinger were a part of before they were cast out in disgrace. There is a rich backstory here that is ripe for mining; if only the Wachowskis had delved deeper into that mythos instead of the path they decided to take.

And of course, I would be remiss not to mention the nine minute long dogfight and chase that takes place in the alien ships through the streets and rivers of Chicago. It reportedly took over six months to film. It’s evident that the best of the effects, and a lion's share of the funding, was invested in that scene. It's just a shame it comes so early in the movie and makes everything else so lackluster in its wake.

I can really appreciate what "Jupiter Ascending" is trying to do and be, but I can't forgive it for the many flaws that tear it apart. It had the potential to be something we had never seen before. Instead it's a complete mess of a film that never comes close to fulfilling the promises it made in its trailers.… Expand

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stephensmotherFeb 6, 2015

The visuals knocked my socks off. Incredible!! The plot was alittle weak but the visual effects were riveting.
I am going to see it again! I want a sequel!

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ThegodfathersonFeb 6, 2015

Jupiter's Ascending is a movie that is lush and gorgeous, but fails on it's story potential. The movie kicks off with Jupiter Jones, played by Mila Kunis in a stunning role, who washes toilets for a living, when she finds out that she is aJupiter's Ascending is a movie that is lush and gorgeous, but fails on it's story potential. The movie kicks off with Jupiter Jones, played by Mila Kunis in a stunning role, who washes toilets for a living, when she finds out that she is a heiress on another planet, a place her cousins are killing each other to take. And then we get introduced to the most cliched cousin/villain of all time, Balem Abrasax, played by Eddie Redmayne. But, Balem wants Jupiter dead, so he hires minions to kill her, however, Jupiter's bodyguard- Caine, played by Channing Tatum, who is half wolf and half human, won't let that happen. This is the kind of stuff JA lacks. The story is mind boggling, it's like putting Enemy and The Matrix together. The Wachowaskis, direct with passion, you can see that they have taken their movies to a whole new level. And that shows, because this movie looked MIND BLOWING. Jupiter's Ascending is a major technical feast, that has some good acting and satisfying action sequences, but all that could have been better, if they could have found a well story to put them in.… Expand

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greihingFeb 6, 2015

While the movie gets an "A" for visual effects, the overall picture was bad. George Clooney once said that he felt the most important part of the movie is the dialogue. This movie is the posture child for the reason is why he is right. TheWhile the movie gets an "A" for visual effects, the overall picture was bad. George Clooney once said that he felt the most important part of the movie is the dialogue. This movie is the posture child for the reason is why he is right. The villains all same the same old threats worded in exactly the same way. "Don't fail me again." whispers Eddie Redmayne to his henchmen...ppplleeaasee. The acting is standard, but don't blame the acting on this one. This one dies because of bad dialogue, editing and the inability to connect with the characters. I wanted to walk out 3/4 of the way through because I honestly did not care what happened at the end. The only thing that kept me in my seat was I invested the money and time to see this stinker so I felt obligated to stick it through. I think congrats are in order the director for making the latest version of Battlefield:Earth, only in 3D. Save your money.… Expand

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gpatton71Feb 6, 2015

Move was just awful. I had really wanted to like this move but it was just BAD. It's a really shame because the visuals are amazing the possibility for a scfi epic are there., Mila Kunis looks amazing in it but acted like she was still JackieMove was just awful. I had really wanted to like this move but it was just BAD. It's a really shame because the visuals are amazing the possibility for a scfi epic are there., Mila Kunis looks amazing in it but acted like she was still Jackie from that 70s show. They tried so hard to get the teen crowd that they dumb ed it down so much nothing is there any longer. Channing Tatum is not my favorite actor by any means but he was decent in this and he wasn't the problem, but he looked more like a Elf then a Wolf.… Expand

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andoariasFeb 6, 2015

Jupiter Ascending is one of the most entertaining movies I've seen for a long while.
It quickly hooks you into the plot with its great characters, fantastic photography with gorgeous scenes, loads of action and its interesting universe. ItsJupiter Ascending is one of the most entertaining movies I've seen for a long while.
It quickly hooks you into the plot with its great characters, fantastic photography with gorgeous scenes, loads of action and its interesting universe. Its plot might not be too deep, but I guarantee you'll have a good time with this one.… Expand

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