Knowing
Summit Entertainment | Release Date: March 20, 2009
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BillySMar 20, 2009
I don't think I saw the same "Knowing" that Ebert saw. The Knowing I saw a ridiculous, end of the world piece of crap with an ending right out of the Scientology handbook!! Come on Roger, do you have a piece of the profits or what?
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AlecMar 20, 2009
Intelligent, well paced, great acting, with an excellent twist at the end! Highly recommended.
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JackD.Mar 20, 2009
One of the most powerful movies I've seen in years. Part Omen, part Uber disaster movie, part Close Encounters and all riveting. Even the heavy handed ending or some plot loopholes didn't spoil it's power.
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tarekmMar 22, 2009
Complete waste of time watching this, terrible plot.
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MovieJayMar 22, 2009
I think this movie is terrific and that the critics are once again dismissing a sci-fi film that in 10 years they will speak of with enthusiasm. Yes, just like Alex Proyas' previous sci-fi effort, "Dark City". I don't know what it I think this movie is terrific and that the critics are once again dismissing a sci-fi film that in 10 years they will speak of with enthusiasm. Yes, just like Alex Proyas' previous sci-fi effort, "Dark City". I don't know what it is with this genre of film, but more than any other genre, the cream tends to rise to the top over a period of a couple decades. "2001" was dismissed in many quarters, and now it is frequently cited as one of the 10 best films of all time. Some people just don't like Nic Cage. That's their problem, not the movie's, which is one of his best, along with "Leaving Las Vegas", "Matchstick Men", and "Adaptation", to name a few. All I can say is, FINALLY!!! A big budget Nic Cage movie that also happens to be frickin' awesome and thought-provoking.… Expand
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AaronS.Mar 22, 2009
Pure Awesome! I thought the disaster secquincs were perfect. If i was you who cares about these reviewers they dont know what they are talking about. See this movie!
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ChadS.Mar 20, 2009
Knowing about science, John Koestler(Nicholas Cage) pooh-poohed god and caused a rift in the family. The arrival of his sister reminds the black sheep that he's a minister's son, but the estranged widower is still unrelenting about Knowing about science, John Koestler(Nicholas Cage) pooh-poohed god and caused a rift in the family. The arrival of his sister reminds the black sheep that he's a minister's son, but the estranged widower is still unrelenting about his stance on prayer: he's against it. The scientist is also a father, however, so he allows the boy to place his mother in heaven, while at the same time, implicitly encouraging empiricism in Caleb(Chandler Canterbury) while the boy looks at Saturn's rings through the scientist's telescope. No need to be didactic, like John's father probably was(more on that later). Caleb will soon realize that heaven is nowhere to be seen in the night sky. (SELF-POLICING SPOILER) Late in "Knowing", John calls the minister to warn him about an event of cataclysmic proportions, but he doesn't heed his son's warning. During this phone call, there's a quick shot of John's mother sitting deathly on the sofa, who by all appearances, is sentenced to die without having a choice in the matter. Knowing about god, John accepts their fate(on behalf of his silent wife), but he doesn't know that the so-called apocalypse is science-based with no bearing on what's inscribed in the Book of Revelations. The man of god got it wrong, but so did the man of science. They don't know. Only the kids know. "No spaceships go" to heaven, as it's written in the alternative bible, the neon bible(not a reference to the John Kennedy Toole novel), in which Win Butler proselytizes "us kids know" on the day than an arcade fire scorched the earth.… Expand
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austinhMar 22, 2009
As a thrilling horror movie, knowing is was a little sad, but it was still very good.
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SethSMar 22, 2009
I am interested in prophesy and loved this movie. Yes, it was draggy at times but the ending was a scientific probability and depicted the result of this possible event.
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CameronMMar 22, 2009
This movie had the potential to be great but decided to add aleins made of Dr.Scholls gel...thus for completly ruining such a good movie they needed to pick one theme and stick to it!
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SandylittleMar 22, 2009
This is one of the best movies I have seen in along time. It was creative and compelling... Nicolas Cage, took you there and is amazing. It was dark ,scarey, heart warming, Well written and directed... Amazing!!!
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MichelleHMar 23, 2009
I have never seen a better movie in my entire life. GO SEE THIS MOVIE. I have told everyone i know about how scary it is and i just loved everything about it.
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RayPMar 23, 2009
I think this movie was unfairly reviewed by most critics for being preposterous. It's sci-fi! Was The Empire Strikes Back unfairly reviewed because it was preposterous? No! I enjoyed watching this movie. The performances were good (not I think this movie was unfairly reviewed by most critics for being preposterous. It's sci-fi! Was The Empire Strikes Back unfairly reviewed because it was preposterous? No! I enjoyed watching this movie. The performances were good (not great, but good), the special effects were great, the story was both interesting and gripping, and the direction was very good. Is it the best sci-fi movie of the last decade? No. Is it the worst? Far from it. Ignore the critics and enjoy this movie for what it is. At the end it will have given you something to think about, and that's more than a lot of movies do these days.… Expand
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MattB.Mar 23, 2009
There is one type of movie I hate more then the stupid drama horrors Hollywood is giving us. It is these types of psuedoreligious fics. Nick Cage is such a great actor, why does he star in these shitty films? The movie was good up until a There is one type of movie I hate more then the stupid drama horrors Hollywood is giving us. It is these types of psuedoreligious fics. Nick Cage is such a great actor, why does he star in these shitty films? The movie was good up until a point, when Nick Cage trys to go out and stop these disasters, the plane crash scene being the most dramatic movie scene I've ever seen. Then it just spirals down from there into the doom of all humanity. Why that crap?… Expand
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ChristopherK.Mar 23, 2009
Great, but the end kinda sucked.
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ZoroastrianismSMar 24, 2009
Incredible disaster scenes but a little bit too much unintentional comedy.
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GaddieMar 26, 2009
One of the best movies ever.
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MilesEMar 27, 2009
I have to first start by addressing "the straight out of scientology" comment. Anyone who has a reasonable knowledge of the Christian religion knows that what was represented towards the end was one of , if not the ,greatest portrayals of I have to first start by addressing "the straight out of scientology" comment. Anyone who has a reasonable knowledge of the Christian religion knows that what was represented towards the end was one of , if not the ,greatest portrayals of the rapture ever to penetrate out imaginations!!! Alex did the same "wooing" in Dark City. There was not one iota of scientology depicted in this film except for a few of the idiots that were left on the Earth before the destruction. I will say this "pseudoreligious" plot was actually based on the story of Ezekiel's wheel/vision found in the "pseudoreligious" book called the Bible... The underlying theme throughout the entire movie was the age old question of Determinism vs Free Will. It's hard to have the courage to explore something so complex and so offensive to some people, but Alex and Nicholas do this in both acting and directing. I really think this movie can pose the same problem as superpositioning: I'ts not that we don't see what we are watching, we just cannot grasp all the elements to what is going on. There is one plot with unbelievable character development through Koestler's dynamic character. Caleb is both the catalyst, a character, and personified ray of hope for Jon Koestler. This movie , in a word, was amazing. And the best thing about it- the effects weren't the best part. GO and see it, but before read Ezekiel Ch.1 and have a "doubting Thomas" mentality and you will, like most on this forum, be left gasping in awe.… Expand
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ShaneMar 28, 2009
Fantastic movie. Very few movies make you think like this one. Roger Ebert was bang on!!!
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LeeFMar 29, 2009
This was actually quite interesting and definitely not your usual run-of-the-mill apocalypse maybe movie.
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DanielKMar 29, 2009
I really enjoyed this film, the special effects were fantastic, and this is a type of film thrill, disaster, suspense and mystical lovers. Im not a huge Nicolas Cage fan, i despise his poor acting. i didn't give it the last 3 for the I really enjoyed this film, the special effects were fantastic, and this is a type of film thrill, disaster, suspense and mystical lovers. Im not a huge Nicolas Cage fan, i despise his poor acting. i didn't give it the last 3 for the vote becasue it got to a certain point when it just went to far, such as when the aliens came in to the picture. From that part till the end i thought, surely they can do better then that. Yeah maybe it had something to do with religion i don't really know, becasue this film can confuse people really easily. The film overall is good, but can be better. First thing to do is get rid of Nicolas Cage, wrong actor to choose for this film, well he shouldn't be acting for any film really. It's ok but, i've seen better.… Expand
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AlainAvakianMar 30, 2009
I am an avid fan of Sci-Fi, and was very surprized at how much I enjoyed this movie. The critics who panned it, I think, are looking at this movie as if it has something to teach us, instead of just looking at it as a 2 hour movie meant toI am an avid fan of Sci-Fi, and was very surprized at how much I enjoyed this movie. The critics who panned it, I think, are looking at this movie as if it has something to teach us, instead of just looking at it as a 2 hour movie meant to entertain. Entertain is does, and very well.

Be warned though, there are some very graphic scenes and I would not recommend you take your kids to it.

Roger Ebert's review was right on the money. I too loved Dark City, and this movie gave me the same kind of thills as Dark City did. Very well done, and I absolutely loved the ending.… Expand
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JaneDApr 11, 2009
The critics got this one wrong. There are a few minor flaws, I admit, but it's mostly solid. I've seen it three times just so I could better assess it. That's because I couldn't decide what to make of it at first, but The critics got this one wrong. There are a few minor flaws, I admit, but it's mostly solid. I've seen it three times just so I could better assess it. That's because I couldn't decide what to make of it at first, but couldn't let go either. The first time, the cgi/action scenes blew me away. The second time, the story carried me through. The third time, it was a balance of both. Interestingly, Ebert got it mostly right, though in the past he's been way off the mark--i.e., he simply didn't get Gilliam's cult classic Brazil. Minor flaws: the airplane scene has Cage yell "Hey!" at a burning man (well, people do strange things under extreme conditions). Stupid line from MIT colleague, "You were there?" (Hence the strained delivery.) I thought the scene involving the subway was confusing. What was moving where (or was it just me)? Would the female lead really get an ambulance when all hell is breaking loose? (I guess the announcement was just recently made, so full chaos hadn't yet set in.) Why does Cage's character get beyond the cops when they're firing warning shots at everyone else? These flaws aren't necessary for the plot either. For example, eliminate the cops and the ambulance and you have a much more believable scene. Ultimately, there's more than one ship involved here! Why do so many people miss this? The alien/angel intervention is going on all over the world and we merely get a glimpse at two families caught in the mix. The adults are mostly helpless, and the children have the weighty decisions. Is there value in knowing? Not for the reasons Koestler originally thinks. I'm not Christian. Aliens or angels? They've got wings when they ascend, so it begs the question. I don't care. The spiritual fantasy and the sci-fi interweave here so brilliantly we can't tell which is which and who is who.… Expand
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lisawApr 11, 2009
Interesting film. Film Threat gave this 3.5 stars which according to their legend is "Great." Why do they have a score of 70?
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bradbApr 12, 2009
A very unbelievable concept made quite believable. Well written script and excellent cgi effects. This movie is best to see KNOWING nothing about the premise. I don't believe it deserves the slam it's getting from the critics - I A very unbelievable concept made quite believable. Well written script and excellent cgi effects. This movie is best to see KNOWING nothing about the premise. I don't believe it deserves the slam it's getting from the critics - I occasionally agree with Ebert on film reviews, and this one is no exception.… Expand
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JasonPApr 17, 2009
I understand this movie can be seen as a Christian fundamentalist end of days scenario, but only on a superficial level. My interpretation of the Whisperers was that they indeed were characters in the bible but were actual extraterrestrials. I understand this movie can be seen as a Christian fundamentalist end of days scenario, but only on a superficial level. My interpretation of the Whisperers was that they indeed were characters in the bible but were actual extraterrestrials. Proyas is saying that human kinds contact with a divine being was actually just communication with a higher life form. Like Sagan once said, "Technology far superior than our own will be indistinguishable from magic," Knowing posits the idea that human beings are just an organism being tended to by an unseen caretaker. One might say this is a fundamentalist allegory but I believe it's a subversive dig at religion.… Expand
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ArtGApr 18, 2009
It was worth the price of admisson (albeit at the first showing discounted price of five bucks). I was intrigued by the premis and was along for the ride right up to the last five minutes of the movie where the truth is revield. What a It was worth the price of admisson (albeit at the first showing discounted price of five bucks). I was intrigued by the premis and was along for the ride right up to the last five minutes of the movie where the truth is revield. What a disappointment that was.… Expand
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KarthApr 19, 2009
Knowing is a dull uninteresting picture that has brought out some of the worst acting I have seen in quite a while. Some lousy CGI, mixed in with some excellent special effects brings in a mixed opinion on how the film looked. However, the Knowing is a dull uninteresting picture that has brought out some of the worst acting I have seen in quite a while. Some lousy CGI, mixed in with some excellent special effects brings in a mixed opinion on how the film looked. However, the "plot twist" at the end of the film is about as surprising as someone shouting, "The sky is blue!" gives the movie a very anticlimactic feel, along with outright ridiculous twists that will make you want your money back. The worst part about this movie sucking, is that the story is half-way acceptable, but the picture itself does it no justice. Do yourself a favor and avoid this dunce of a movie.… Expand
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RyanK.Apr 21, 2009
Great movie. Action-packed, suspenseful and magnificient special effects and magnificent writing. My favourite scene was the airplane crash scene... that was AWESOME!
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RonaldKApr 22, 2009
I saw this without knowing much about it, except that the critics were dissing it. I'm glad I didn't blow it off. I agree with Ebert's score. And I'm glad Proyas took the risk. I wish more studios took risks with science I saw this without knowing much about it, except that the critics were dissing it. I'm glad I didn't blow it off. I agree with Ebert's score. And I'm glad Proyas took the risk. I wish more studios took risks with science fiction, rather than doing reboots or sequels. At least it gave me something to think about.… Expand
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GatsbyJayApr 4, 2009
CONTAINS SPOILERS: Not great, not terrible, but mediocre. It's NOT one of the worst films ever made, and Zachrid W., for someone who says he, and I quote, "_knew_the whole story...," the movie DID NOT involve aliens. Those were angels, CONTAINS SPOILERS: Not great, not terrible, but mediocre. It's NOT one of the worst films ever made, and Zachrid W., for someone who says he, and I quote, "_knew_the whole story...," the movie DID NOT involve aliens. Those were angels, not aliens. They weren't taking the kids to another planet, they took them to either Heaven, or a renewed Earth (thus the kids running towards the Biblical Tree of Knowledge). Perhaps you should pay more attention next time. And no, I'm not Christian and therefore defending my faith, but even I could tell they were angels....There's a lot of unfair reviews here, since the movie's NOT saying science is bad and there's no such subtext, and it's not patronizing. It tries to reconcile science and faith together (i.e. the scene where Cage tells his class about the Sun being the right distance from the Earth for life to begin, chance or determinism, accident or process?). My problem with the movie is that there were far too many genres for it to be focused: religious, horror, apocalypse, mystery, etc.… Expand
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ErikDApr 8, 2009
Like another commenter, I had nearly written this movie off due to the poor reviews, but took heed to Ebert's four-star number. This film was very moving--intense action scenes, scenarios, and plausible tension with an apt title. The Like another commenter, I had nearly written this movie off due to the poor reviews, but took heed to Ebert's four-star number. This film was very moving--intense action scenes, scenarios, and plausible tension with an apt title. The female lead was just barely adequate, and female kid not that great. Also, the beginning seemed contrived--a little too much attention to advancing the plot. To those who think that the film was ridiculous because it involves a couple of children and a science guy out to save the world, you got it wrong; it is clearly implied--with nice subtlety--that several pairs of children were involved (I can't get more specific without a spoiler). I didn't mind the "spirituality" because of the paradoxes; for example, the lead character's "prophecy" was a scientific prediction, and the supernatural is more sci-fi than "God". The number is 8.… Expand
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VinaSMay 25, 2009
The movie is very great! But, I don't like the ending. Very weird.
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ChrisWJun 22, 2009
I simply cannot understand how the film critics (if they can call themselves that) can attack this film in the way that they have. Yes, it had a few flaws but I personally thought it was excellent with many underlining meanings. I normally I simply cannot understand how the film critics (if they can call themselves that) can attack this film in the way that they have. Yes, it had a few flaws but I personally thought it was excellent with many underlining meanings. I normally dont pay attention to most of their insane/moronic points of view but in this case, I just think they have been blinded by their own ignorance.… Expand
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MatthewG.Jun 23, 2009
Occasionally clever yet still thoroughly predictable. While the film is entertaining, it leaves you feeling depressed and wondering why you sat through it.
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PatrickJul 13, 2009
I don't know if A. Proyas thought he could do another alien-related movie as good as Dark City... but he missed it. N. Cage is a great actor but the botox face starts to affect facial expression. I really loved that movie until the last I don't know if A. Proyas thought he could do another alien-related movie as good as Dark City... but he missed it. N. Cage is a great actor but the botox face starts to affect facial expression. I really loved that movie until the last half. I felt the same disappointment that the latest Indiana Jones. It really felt like the writters had no more imagination to finish the movie and felt into "clichés" instead of coming up with something new!… Expand
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SteveKJul 15, 2009
This was a hugely entertaining movie. It's gripping, white-knuckle suspense but also a thought-provoking blend of sci-fi with a touch of religious allegory, esepcially when it comes to the end-times. The ending is jarring, unsettling, This was a hugely entertaining movie. It's gripping, white-knuckle suspense but also a thought-provoking blend of sci-fi with a touch of religious allegory, esepcially when it comes to the end-times. The ending is jarring, unsettling, and thoroughly enigmatic. That it inspired me to think for hours after the movie is reason enough to give it a 10. If you are the kind of sort that want to pull your hair out at anything that even smacks of being religious, then you will probably hate this movie. It's ironic that those that those that are so dogmatically anti-Christian are just as close-minded as the people they peg for being close-minded. There is nothing preachy in the movie; the religious overtones are suggested, but never fully fleshed out. (They never even use the "J" word once.) The haters need to calm down. Have an open mind and you will enjoy this ripping, relentless sci-fi suspense flick about the apocalypse. Remember: its a movie about the apocalypse, what did you expect?… Expand
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HyperSJul 19, 2009
Based on the critics and ratings around the web I appear to be in the minority, but... I really enjoyed this movie. It was everything that I had hoped "The Day The Earth Stood Still" would have been. Suspense, horror, wonderment, a little Based on the critics and ratings around the web I appear to be in the minority, but... I really enjoyed this movie. It was everything that I had hoped "The Day The Earth Stood Still" would have been. Suspense, horror, wonderment, a little DaVinci Code tossed in, some pretty cool special effects (when needed), and the balls to go full blown SciFi rather than trot out the standard "Aliens Invade Earth" doomsday flick. Kinda surprised some critics found the pace slow and boring... if anything I thought they needed to tone down some of the more contrived action sequences... a few sequences unfortunately crossed over into the "unintentionally funny" territory, but they can (and should be) overlooked. Flawed film? Yes... but worth one viewing at least.… Expand
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JayHJul 2, 2009
It does have too many coincidences, it is very far fetched and often it is predictable but it sure did keep my interest. Good special effects, the acting is decent. Great pacing throughout.
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JohanJJul 23, 2009
Very good movie.
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DonaldIJul 27, 2009
An almost perfect movie. Striking the right blend between science fiction with a morality play worthy of the old Outer Limits and a 70's disaster flick, this movie, starring Nicholas Cage is a surprising treat. The special effects may An almost perfect movie. Striking the right blend between science fiction with a morality play worthy of the old Outer Limits and a 70's disaster flick, this movie, starring Nicholas Cage is a surprising treat. The special effects may draw you in, but this film has so much more to offer than that. Thought provoking and intelligent. I cannot recommend it highly enough. Unless..... you don't wish to have any preconceived notions about spirituality you might have be challenged. The movie does tend to draw extreme reactions from some people due to it's subject matter. So much the better. Great films will do that.… Expand
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SteveWAug 10, 2009
Mildly entertaining but overall disappointment. Not even worth renting on DVD.
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ColinCAug 15, 2009
Enjoyable. And creepy. I bumped this film from a seven (for story and acting - okay, not great) up to an 8 based on a couple of awesome set action pieces. Good stuff, especially if you've got a widescreen and surround sound.
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EricE.Sep 8, 2009
I really liked this movie. Not your typical ending but it was a great thrillride on the way in my opinion.
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TomfromChicagoMar 21, 2009
Good story, good acting, good effects, nice pace, intriguing premise.
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BrentP.Mar 21, 2009
This movie was not only good. It was amazing. The critics definitely have it wrong on this film. It will give you a lot to talk about after the film. My boyfriend and I have been discussing it all evening.
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JonathanV.Mar 21, 2009
Great story. The acting and special affects go seamlessly together.
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KennyL.Mar 22, 2009
It was bettern than expected.
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DougR.Mar 22, 2009
My son and I like sci-fi, we gave it a 6 or 7, pretty good. Special effects were great and story was good, not great. The reviewers who gave this a 2 or 0 just don't like sci-fi movies and shouldn't be rating them ! Go see it.
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SusanOMar 23, 2009
I'm really glad the only critic I listen to is Roger Ebert - he loved this movie and so did I. It had a ton of heart, and kept me on the edge of my seat the entire time - fabulous CGI as well!
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FantasyMar 24, 2009
The critics hated it but yet the public likes it. That should not surprise anyone. You come away from the theater debating the age old question whether fate is random or planned for us. Not the greatest of films but you will do some serious The critics hated it but yet the public likes it. That should not surprise anyone. You come away from the theater debating the age old question whether fate is random or planned for us. Not the greatest of films but you will do some serious soul searching when you walk out of theater. A nice way to spend a rainy afternoon. Enjoy.… Expand
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ZackFromontMar 26, 2009
Awesome movie, shit critics ! I'm 14 and this movie was really good. And not only for the disaster scene, but for the whole thing! The problem there was was the funny but unintentional parts. Other than that, it had most of it: Action, Awesome movie, shit critics ! I'm 14 and this movie was really good. And not only for the disaster scene, but for the whole thing! The problem there was was the funny but unintentional parts. Other than that, it had most of it: Action, Suspense, good plot... but RUSHED ENDING ( Wich ain't good). SPOILER It's like if the director had no more ideas and did the same thing than in Indiana Jones (You'll understand if you see the movie)… Expand
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WilliamSMar 27, 2009
Knowing is one of the more intelligent, interesting and engaging science fiction films I've seen in a while that has a very compelling apocalyptic ending.
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BBMar 28, 2009
I don`t what people`s problem. This was one of best sci-fi movie for a long time. Nothing was wrong with script, performance or anything else. You have to critic movies in their category. I was totally satisfied when I left the movie. Good I don`t what people`s problem. This was one of best sci-fi movie for a long time. Nothing was wrong with script, performance or anything else. You have to critic movies in their category. I was totally satisfied when I left the movie. Good work Nicholas Cage… Expand
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PantelisKMar 29, 2009
Best film since I've seen since January 2008.Very good scenario, fx, atmosphere, music score and directing by Alex Proyas.
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DanaMMar 29, 2009
Very entertaining. Worth my ten bucks and more. And after all, isn't that what it's about?
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JonB.Mar 29, 2009
The movie started off great. It seemed like the writers ran out of ideas near the end, though. I felt like the movie took a 180 degree turn for the worse with about 45 minutes left.
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TDKinDallasMar 29, 2009
Even though it was overall pretty stupid, I recommend it highly to see on the big screen. The special effects scenes are pretty incredible and very emotional. As for the rest, it is pretty bad, even the score is laughable.
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SWApr 11, 2009
This is a good film. The story is tight too despite what some are saying. There are no major flaws. Seriously. The film goes out of its way to foreshadow and explain crucial details. Cage's performance is okay. How did Koestler know to This is a good film. The story is tight too despite what some are saying. There are no major flaws. Seriously. The film goes out of its way to foreshadow and explain crucial details. Cage's performance is okay. How did Koestler know to look at the door and so quickly find the right one . . . There is some setup but it could have been dealt with better. But by then the plot was moving along quickly. An extended search would have killed the momentum. Also they didn't need Caleb to write down numbers. That was superfluous. I think that when there is more than one writer they either catch each others' flaws or branch off incoherently. The former applies here more than the latter. Implausibility does not have so much bite in this realm of film as does incoherence. The plot of Knowing is coherent. The children make the decisions and have special knowledge. The adults mostly don't know what to do. The rest we leave to suspension of disbelief. I think that the religious aspect helps more than hurts the film. It isn't exactly a marriage of science and religion so much as a mixture. The critics are reviewing according to the wrong genre. Parts can't be explained by either alone, unless you allow for science fiction and supernatural fantasy. In is the play on these two that is so intriguing.… Expand
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AdrianBApr 11, 2009
Not the greatest film I've ever seen, but has many redeeming qualities. The metacritic scoring seems off on some of the reviews. For example, the Austin Chronicle (alleged rating: 70) claims the film is flawed but if you read the review Not the greatest film I've ever seen, but has many redeeming qualities. The metacritic scoring seems off on some of the reviews. For example, the Austin Chronicle (alleged rating: 70) claims the film is flawed but if you read the review he complains about little more than that keys were left in ignition! People do that. The L.A. Times critic (alleged rating: 50) says she is *glad* of Proyas risky ending. Still, most critics got this mostly wrong. Overall, I don't think that the writers get self-righteous or overly religious. Instead they ask profound questions such as: is there value in knowing? How can you not deal with armageddon when taking on a question like that?… Expand
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BarryRApr 11, 2009
Did K really have to see his fellow professor in the ending scene? How likely is that? They overdid the chaos a bit at the gas station. It didn't seem like it was a heavily populated area, then suddenly there are all these people Did K really have to see his fellow professor in the ending scene? How likely is that? They overdid the chaos a bit at the gas station. It didn't seem like it was a heavily populated area, then suddenly there are all these people running around. Some people think K's running around helpless was pointless, but they don't get that the movie is about knowing and not doing.… Expand
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AngelaSmithApr 11, 2009
This film rocks! Definitely entertaining, not too intellectual or religious, simplistic dualities, and the ending is a little clumsy.
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AlexWApr 11, 2009
This film got 10 points less than 'Hotel for Dogs" on a scale of 100!?! Somebody's on crack. I don't understand why anybody thinks this film is about numerology. The numbers are so straightforward. There's no numerology. This film got 10 points less than 'Hotel for Dogs" on a scale of 100!?! Somebody's on crack. I don't understand why anybody thinks this film is about numerology. The numbers are so straightforward. There's no numerology. Who doesn't recognize 9-11-01 in a sequence of numbers? Okay, the fact the Cage's character writes it on the fridge to figure it out is tedious. But the only mysterious numbers can be found in the critics ratings! Cage's acting is borderline but this is a sci-fi flick, just what are you asking for? The other acting is fine except maybe for the girl kid. Compare actors in terminator and then maybe you'll be dealing in the right range.… Expand
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MichelleTApr 12, 2009
This film deserves at least a B. The thing is, I can
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NCApr 14, 2009
Good not great. I heartily agree with those who are saying that the critics other than Ebert got it wrong, hence my rating of a 10. C'mon! This movie deserves far more than 41 which is two points over the Paul Blart - Mall Cop score of Good not great. I heartily agree with those who are saying that the critics other than Ebert got it wrong, hence my rating of a 10. C'mon! This movie deserves far more than 41 which is two points over the Paul Blart - Mall Cop score of 39! It should have got around a 60 or so. They often reviewed it out of genre too. This is basically a sci-fi film. That you can't tell whether it's religious or sci-fi is a credit to it. I'm not even Christian and I can appreciate that. Sorry some people got lost, but I agree with posters who say it's pretty clear with lots of foreshadowing and setup. There are several minor flaws, many having to do with the Australian location of the filming. See the imdb link for that. There are at least two bloopers that can easily be written off though. That the Mazda could make it through the the woods is arguable in favor and I thought the mother introduced Abby early in the game. Imdb claims that the Mazda would have trouble in the woods and that Koestler knew Abby's name without being introduced. Kind of random of me to grab on to those two, but they're just examples of the debatable. I thought that the plot and editing was together and good, except for maybe when Caleb writes numbers. What was that about other than to remind Koestler that Lucinda didn't finish writing them? You should see this film and perhaps read Ezekiel 1 before making the final judgment.… Expand
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SteveGApr 25, 2009
A better film than some critics moaned about; it made some interesting points about destiny and fate and even the need to survive. The special effects weren't as bad as we were led to believe and overall a worthwhile experience that A better film than some critics moaned about; it made some interesting points about destiny and fate and even the need to survive. The special effects weren't as bad as we were led to believe and overall a worthwhile experience that repays some effort at studying the move's "signs" and structure. Maybe Cage was too morose in his part but then there were reasons for him to less than happy.… Expand
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CurrenWMay 19, 2009
This movie was a lot better than I was expecting! The trailer looked extremely boring to me, but the movie was an entirely different story! Nicholas Cage sends out much more effort than he did in many of his previous films. The action scenes This movie was a lot better than I was expecting! The trailer looked extremely boring to me, but the movie was an entirely different story! Nicholas Cage sends out much more effort than he did in many of his previous films. The action scenes were the scariest I've ever seen in my life. It was also very emotional, and if you've seen the movie, you know what I'm talking about. Overall, Knowing was an incredible film, and one of 2009's finest!… Expand
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JohnBJul 12, 2009
I didn't hate it. Nick Cage's acting was downright hilarious at times and the special effects were decent. If you've seen "The Day The Earth Stood Still" this movie looks like Citizen Kane compared to that.
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lordolunchlJul 21, 2009
The movie had some genuinely good moments in it. The disaster scenes looked great, and the final disaster looked almost amazing. It had some really interesting things in it, its just that the dialogue in the movie was AWFUL. I can stand The movie had some genuinely good moments in it. The disaster scenes looked great, and the final disaster looked almost amazing. It had some really interesting things in it, its just that the dialogue in the movie was AWFUL. I can stand poorly written movies, and this one was super crappy. If it had been better written, it could have been an amazing movie.… Expand
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DerekL.Sep 18, 2009
If you really hate the Earth, this is a film for you. Set to an odd soundtrack and loosely bound to a very cheezy plot, this film had a good ambition. It also grasped suspense. Instead of jumping when a zombie leaps out of a corner, you know If you really hate the Earth, this is a film for you. Set to an odd soundtrack and loosely bound to a very cheezy plot, this film had a good ambition. It also grasped suspense. Instead of jumping when a zombie leaps out of a corner, you know that something will happen, but are genuinely suprised when it happens. Then there are the numerous flaws. Here's the short list: A bad soundtrack, bad actors, a loose plot, and numerous other flaws abound. Also, in the ending (spoiler) all the movie shows is the Earth getting vaporized and then two kids dropping bunnies and running to a tree. What gives? Let me have my 121 miniutes back, Alex Proyas!… Expand
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MetalMan95Oct 31, 2010
This movie was really interesting from the getgo. It was suspenseful, sci-fi, interesting, and damn it had potential. Each minute it was building up on its strong premise really nicely. And when i first saw it it was pretty scary at times.This movie was really interesting from the getgo. It was suspenseful, sci-fi, interesting, and damn it had potential. Each minute it was building up on its strong premise really nicely. And when i first saw it it was pretty scary at times. The only flaw: the ending. It completely fell apart and it went from Knowing to, frolicking in a meadow. This really hurt my enjoyment of the film. But hey, it still is enjoyable.… Expand
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asthobaskoroApr 3, 2011
I think it not SO BAD. Cheesy and absurd plot I admitted but this flick still make us believe earth will destroy someday. Nicholas Cage not wrong picks, well if you jump to 2011, you will see how bad Season of The Witch.
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Khunter4382Nov 2, 2011
This is a good film, but it wonders too and fro throughout a hectic plot far too much. It starts out solid, gets lost in the muddle in between, and then comes back strong for the finish. It's in that middle ground that this film fails toThis is a good film, but it wonders too and fro throughout a hectic plot far too much. It starts out solid, gets lost in the muddle in between, and then comes back strong for the finish. It's in that middle ground that this film fails to captivate and keep the viewer satisfied. As always, Cage is believable and entertaining, but even his spazzoid performance could not keep the core of this film from sagging. The aliens are nothing new, but their presence throughout the film is intriguing and spooky. All in all, a stronger center would have sky-rocketed this film to a much higher critique.… Expand
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aaronpaul121May 23, 2012
First of all, the plot was not that good. I do love the concept of the movie. But I was disappointed with Nicholas Cage's performance. I gave a 6 because the special effects from the accidents was amazing and its supporting cast did a niceFirst of all, the plot was not that good. I do love the concept of the movie. But I was disappointed with Nicholas Cage's performance. I gave a 6 because the special effects from the accidents was amazing and its supporting cast did a nice job. But because of the lead actor's poor performance and the lack of excitement and surprise in the plot, the special effects and the supporting cast was overshadowed............… Expand
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cabritaDec 3, 2011
Even though knowings ending is somewhat preposterous and flawed one cannot put down a entire film that was quite well done. The movie had attachment to its characters and lots of depth to the story and themes. The film was visually stuning.Even though knowings ending is somewhat preposterous and flawed one cannot put down a entire film that was quite well done. The movie had attachment to its characters and lots of depth to the story and themes. The film was visually stuning. Although the ending for some and myself included feels preposterous it fits with the themes and is also visually stuning.… Expand
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LillyyOct 31, 2011
OMG, that was such a bad movie! Even though my expectations were not very high (just watching an entertaining movie), I was so disappointed and bored! Nicolas Cage is annoying, not to say unbearable. The storyline is a mix ofOMG, that was such a bad movie! Even though my expectations were not very high (just watching an entertaining movie), I was so disappointed and bored! Nicolas Cage is annoying, not to say unbearable. The storyline is a mix of cliché ideas and could be summarized in three lines! The characters have no depth, the story is always floating on a surface... the many questions raised throughout the movie are really not answered, not to mention all inconsistencies (it's ok to have some but here it seem the writers did not even care about making sense!). The 10 minutes finale scene is useless... you can just take this time to make some more tea and chose the next movie so you won't have the impression you have completely wasted your evening!… Expand
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ZilcellDec 17, 2011
Knowing is smart and suspenseful. It keeps you guessing and it is scary when it needs to be. One of the most important things about this movie is that it will make sense once you understand the mystery of it all.
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pauljohnsonJun 6, 2012
An atrocious mess of plot threads that go no where, a pathetic use of the bait-and-switch tactic, and cringe worthy performances from all of the main leads - especially Nicolas Cage. Why do people keep casting him in serious roles? Give himAn atrocious mess of plot threads that go no where, a pathetic use of the bait-and-switch tactic, and cringe worthy performances from all of the main leads - especially Nicolas Cage. Why do people keep casting him in serious roles? Give him more roles like Kick Ass, he's actually good at those! There is absolutely no consistency in the film's stupid attempt at a mystery-thriller story. To slightly paraphrase A.O. Scott, - you will long for the end of the world watching this movie.… Expand
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Apemonkey666Jan 12, 2013
Made by the Mayas to warn us of the impeding doom, or was it by Summit entertainment to empty our pockets? All joking aside, this exellent doomsday film looks gorgeous in nice desaturated sephia-like tones with razor sharp imagery captured onMade by the Mayas to warn us of the impeding doom, or was it by Summit entertainment to empty our pockets? All joking aside, this exellent doomsday film looks gorgeous in nice desaturated sephia-like tones with razor sharp imagery captured on the RED One camera. The film does take some time to get going but it's well acted (by Mr.Cage), has a brooding atmosphere and a satisfying ending. One of the better Alex Proyas films!… Expand
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DafsterSep 15, 2013
A cleverly made movie depicting what the end of the world could be like. It has you hanging on all the way through, though the second time I watched this, it wasn't as enjoyable as I already knew what was going to happen. The movie reliesA cleverly made movie depicting what the end of the world could be like. It has you hanging on all the way through, though the second time I watched this, it wasn't as enjoyable as I already knew what was going to happen. The movie relies heavily on suspense, but at the same time, the plot line's quite clever… Expand
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worleyjamersFeb 24, 2013
One of the worst films of 2009, which is weird because Alex Proyas generally is a solid director. The premise behind the film is actually quite interesting, but the ending...the ending is so random; the film builds up to this last moment onlyOne of the worst films of 2009, which is weird because Alex Proyas generally is a solid director. The premise behind the film is actually quite interesting, but the ending...the ending is so random; the film builds up to this last moment only to collapse into total garbage. Knowing stole 2 hours from my life. A total disappointment! Avoid.… Expand
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SummersausageJan 12, 2013
The movie is a slow build up to an ending that is not surprising because the whole movie is building up to the undeniable end that was boring in the first place.
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MaricaSep 7, 2014
" The numbers are the key to everything." - John Koestler

This movie is one of the best movies i ever seen. Special effects are ok but the story I liked the most.
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MovieGuysFeb 2, 2014
Knowing is depressing, incoherent, quirky, and bad all around. This is one of the worst movies I've seen, as well as being one of Nicolas Cage's worst performances. Not that I'm surprised.
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ReviewGuyXOct 7, 2013
Nicolas Cage proves to be a complete idiot once again; this time in Knowing. Despite it's extremely intriguing concept, it is shattered by other elements. "Whisper people"... enough said. The implied Adam and Eve. Question: why the hell wouldNicolas Cage proves to be a complete idiot once again; this time in Knowing. Despite it's extremely intriguing concept, it is shattered by other elements. "Whisper people"... enough said. The implied Adam and Eve. Question: why the hell would you make a hearing-impaired kid be Adam? Yeah, lets just pass on the genetic dysfunction of his hearing impairment onto future offspring. Totally ideal... NOT!! The movie fails utterly; especially at that precise moment where we are provide EE backwards: "Everyone Else"...

What the hell was the point of watching this movie when nothing gets solved? We're left with the sun blowing up and a crispy-fried Cage. Disgusting... and why is it not surprising that he once again dies in his movie? It was once again an unwarranted death; a pointless one; as pointless as this movie.… Expand
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RayzorMooseNov 16, 2013
Knowing proves that ignorance is bliss.
The movie begins with an extremely interesting concept, and it continues to succeed with suspense. The acting was bad, but the movie seems to have a good plot going. Then comes an absolutely terribleKnowing proves that ignorance is bliss.
The movie begins with an extremely interesting concept, and it continues to succeed with suspense. The acting was bad, but the movie seems to have a good plot going. Then comes an absolutely terrible ending with atrocious writing as if somebodies five year old decided to finish the movie.… Expand
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JimbeiDec 14, 2013
The basic idea of these students which put their drawings of the future in a time capsule, the way Cage understands what the numbers mean, the first disasters.. This is really good. But I would call the whole part of the aliens/angelsThe basic idea of these students which put their drawings of the future in a time capsule, the way Cage understands what the numbers mean, the first disasters.. This is really good. But I would call the whole part of the aliens/angels "inappropriate". Too much confusion. I needed Internet to understand all, and a film who doesn't explain to the viewer all that he needs is not a good film. Don't miss about 120 minutes of your lives.… Expand
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Flack007Oct 17, 2014
No, no, no. Why are there movies like this. Have you ever seen good movie with Cage? I havenť yet. This movie has great beginning, but after few minutes is just piece of s****. I can't believe that I saw ending... Great atmosphere, stupidNo, no, no. Why are there movies like this. Have you ever seen good movie with Cage? I havenť yet. This movie has great beginning, but after few minutes is just piece of s****. I can't believe that I saw ending... Great atmosphere, stupid acting, stupid script.. waste of your time… Expand
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JohnMasterLJul 21, 2015
Knowing es de las mejores películas de Sci-fi Thriller que eh visto. La historia se maneja tan bien que cada situación sorprende y deja sin palabras al espectador, preguntándose ¿que sigue? Knowing es emocionante, impactante, inteligente yKnowing es de las mejores películas de Sci-fi Thriller que eh visto. La historia se maneja tan bien que cada situación sorprende y deja sin palabras al espectador, preguntándose ¿que sigue? Knowing es emocionante, impactante, inteligente y muy entretenida… Expand
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CineAutoctonoAug 1, 2015
Regulate that well, but the special effects are impressive and catch us with the suspense and fear of natural disasters , but the downside of this is that the numbers believe or know everything LOL ! there if half cracked .
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MovieMasterEddyApr 3, 2016
Nobody requires plausibility from a movie like “Knowing,” which features slender blond aliens, intimations of apocalypse, clairvoyant children and Nicolas Cage as an astrophysicist. If the thing manages to avoid complete preposterousness, theNobody requires plausibility from a movie like “Knowing,” which features slender blond aliens, intimations of apocalypse, clairvoyant children and Nicolas Cage as an astrophysicist. If the thing manages to avoid complete preposterousness, the audience can still have a good time.

Or maybe even if it doesn’t: the folks at a recent sneak preview of “Knowing,” directed by Alex Proyas (“Dark City,” “I, Robot”), seemed to be enjoying themselves, though it may have been at the movie’s expense. (Just as well, since they were seeing it free.) If your intention is to make a brooding, hauntingly allegorical terror-thriller, it’s probably not a good sign when spectacles of mass death and intimations of planetary destruction are met with hoots and giggles.

It’s safe to say that the crowd was laughing at Mr. Cage, rather than with him, since Mr. Cage rarely expresses mirth on screen. Instead, he favors a demented, compulsive intensity, which can sometimes be kind of fun, for example in the “National Treasure” movies. In “Knowing,” though, he seems to be exploring the rich vein of crazy he tapped in Neil LaBute’s train-wreck remake of “The Wicker Man.” Mr. Cage screams and yells and flails, smacks a tree with a baseball bat, waves a gun at a slender blond alien and barks “this is not a crank call” into a pay phone after calling in a breathless warning of a terrorist attack.

And why not? What would you do if you were an M.I.T. astrophysicist who discovered that the numbers written down 50 years earlier by a spooky schoolgirl and sealed in a time capsule were prophecies of subsequent catastrophes? You might also hit a tree with a Louisville Slugger and start ranting like a madman. But the odd thing about Mr. Cage in this movie is that even when he is responding to the threat of complete human extinction, you still can’t help feeling that he’s overreacting.

His character, John Koestler, is, like most movie dads these days, a widower, stricken with grief and trying to raise a cute, precocious young son (Chandler Canterbury). Once John starts running the numbers from the spooky girl’s spreadsheet, the tone of the movie switches from foreboding creepiness to apocalyptic hysteria, summed up less in the occasional explosion or transportation-related fireball than in Rose Byrne’s incessant shrieking. She plays Diana, daughter of the spooky schoolgirl (and mother of another one; both are played by Lara Robinson), and evolves from mysterious stranger to potential love interest to raving hysteric in record time.

Though not quickly enough. The draggy, lurching two hours of “Knowing” will make you long for the end of the world, even as you worry that there will not be time for all your questions to be answered. Who are those slender blond folk, called “the Whisper People” by John’s son and Diana’s daughter? Are they goth vampires who showed up early to audition for the “Twilight” sequel? Former members of Kraftwerk? Did they steal all those smooth black pebbles from a day spa after a hot stone massage? Is that why they seem so relaxed?

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clinteastwooMay 11, 2016
.............................................................................................................................. Great Movie, With End Dull, That's All.....
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AbeMCAug 18, 2016
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. HERE BE SPOILERS
Slow-moving suspense film about aliens (who can see the future) who spend most of their time attempting to influence / kidnap kids. But don't worry, they have a good reason! Because all of humanity is going to perish from a massive solar flare, so the aliens are taking children in an attempt to "save" the human race. But the parents can't come with the children. Oh, no. Only those "called" may journey to humanity's new home. Sheesh.

Creepy aliens aside, Cage hams it up more than usual, but without him I'm not sure if this movie would even be watchable - and I'm not a fan of his at all. Nobody else makes much of an impression. There are some impressive camera shots - including a long tracking shot of a crashing airliner - and some impressive CGI effects, but not enough to save a joke of a plot. The more I think about it, the lower my rating gets. I started out giving Knowing a 5, but my final verdict is a 3 out of 10. I'll quit before it gets any lower.… Expand
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eva3si0nApr 10, 2022
Knowing is one of the last good films starring David Cage. A great thriller, a good cast, an interesting plot in its plot, and just a terrible end to the film. Knowing could be a great serious thriller, but the appearance of aliens at the endKnowing is one of the last good films starring David Cage. A great thriller, a good cast, an interesting plot in its plot, and just a terrible end to the film. Knowing could be a great serious thriller, but the appearance of aliens at the end and drawing parallels with Noah Govcheg from the Bible spoils everything. The whole film literally crumbles with this ending.… Expand
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lruApr 6, 2023
This is, without a doubt, one of the worst movies I’ve ever seen. Going in my top 5. The plot, the dialogue, the acting, the purpose. All of it atrocious. Like why did they do this? Absolute trash.
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DawdlingPoetNov 26, 2021
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. There seems to be quite a trend over the last few years for both disaster movies, such as The Day After Tomorrow and movies where numbers play a sinister role, such as The Number 23. This movie is something of a mix of both, although the disaster element isn't quite as prevalent.

The story is quite interesting, though it is one where you have to suspend belief (as my review title indicates) and it is somewhat let down by what I thought were formulaic aspects to the story, such as the colleague who urges John to stay away, not to put himself in danger for the sake of his son, thats after doubting if the numbers mean anything at all just shortly beforehand I believe(!). Also near the end of the movie it takes a particularly strong sci-fi turn, so to speak and indeed the scenes reminded me of something from ET or Close Encounters of the Third Kind almost, which I felt was a little over the top and, pardon the pun, may alienate some viewers.

I had read one or two reviews that put this movie in a dim light so I wasn't expecting too much but to be honest I was surprised, as I think if you can overlook the odd less than original scene and how far fetched it may appear and also as long as your aware that its more of a sci-fi based thriller than an all-out action movie, then you should still quite enjoy it, as I did.

Its not a perfect movie by any means but I still found it quite intriguing and was quite impressed with the special effects used, some scenes take you by surprise, though their not too often when they do occur their quite good and I know how easy it can be for me to be distracted and lose interest in movies especially nowadays but I felt that this movie, despits its flaws, was still quite gripping and kept my attention. I liked how the movie built up to a different ending than the viewer may expect, though again people will probably have differing opinions about the ending. The movie is just shy of two hours long and while its perhaps not the best movie of that length, it certainly kept my attention and entertained me during that time, which is quite good.… Expand
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AWESOM-0Jul 7, 2020
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I’m with Roger Ebert on this one. There are flaws, but overall this is a very good movie. I am going to give it the benefit of doubt and say that they intended for the “aliens” to not see time in a linear fashion, thus the prophecies. I think taking that into account it changes the absurdness of the plot to something much more interesting. I also like the allegory to religion, but I don’t take it as just that. I see it more that the movie shows how primitive humans in the movie created religion to explain the populating of the planet, assuming the earth was populated the same way.… Expand
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Ryo91Apr 17, 2020
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. 3 Punktabzüge weil die Family leider gegen Ende gestorben ist und er nur sein Kind retten konnte. :-( Das Ende hat mir nicht gefallen. Der Rest war so cool!! > 7/10 *
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akshatmahajanFeb 17, 2021
I really enjoyed watching this movie. This movie adds something fresh and inspiring to the disaster genre.

Certainly the action scenes are well staged, they are grand and tense. Movie had a lot of surprising, riveting turns due to whichI really enjoyed watching this movie. This movie adds something fresh and inspiring to the disaster genre.

Certainly the action scenes are well staged, they are grand and tense. Movie had a lot of surprising, riveting turns due to which audience is bound to know what will happen next.

At first, I thought it was "save the world" type but by the end we get to know that it is not.

I had a complain regarding the film. The middle portion of the movie was slow and stretched. Still, I think the captivating final third more than makes up for it. Ending should not be spoiled because it changes everything.… Expand
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stevekmFeb 15, 2023
Movie started out with a great premise. The second half was like a cop out. Guess the writers couldn't think up a great ending.
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