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HellHoleHorrorFeb 16, 2022

Beautiful. It looked fantastic. The effects were amazing, the camerawork stunning, it looked good. It was over-the-top but then that is how it is nowadays. Sounded great. Couldn't fault the sound. Good use of the surround, nice spot effects,Beautiful. It looked fantastic. The effects were amazing, the camerawork stunning, it looked good. It was over-the-top but then that is how it is nowadays. Sounded great. Couldn't fault the sound. Good use of the surround, nice spot effects, great bass here and there. It was good solid sound. The story was badly done. I remember the game being great but that was a good few years ago. This movie seemed to change a few things and took away a lot of the noir charm. Some of the story in this movie didn't really make sense either. There was really poor characterisation too. Basically it was a horribly executed and written story. A total shame on the good memory of the game. Great picture and sound cannot excuse a poor excuse for a story.… Expand

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gamerz4lifeDec 19, 2021

This movie makes no sense; it’s clearly created by someone who has never played or seen the game before and instead got some weird ‘cheat sheet’ of a couple important names and locations but never anything story-related. Due to this, any fansThis movie makes no sense; it’s clearly created by someone who has never played or seen the game before and instead got some weird ‘cheat sheet’ of a couple important names and locations but never anything story-related. Due to this, any fans of the game will be wondering what this movie has to do with Max Payne, while at the same time, someone who has never played the game will have absolutely no idea what’s happening in this movie. In essence, this movie is absolutely plotless until about halfway through when the drug, Valkyr, appears.

And while we’re on the subject of Valkyr, the effects of it are nothing like they should be. I mean when someone takes this drug in the movie, they go on some weird acid trip where they suddenly see demons flying at them, terrifying them, and killing them. And the drug demons do actually kill them! Who would ever take this drug? It’s all negative effects to the user.

I can’t decide if the best part of this movie was when everyone in SWAT was gonna get a medal for their incompetence or when Max took the drug and immediately started roaring and having his injuries healed. The vote is still out.

I saw a piece of trivia that said Mark Wahlberg refused to play the game before getting into the role because “he did not want to get addicted”. And that kind of crazy makes a lot of sense for how bad a job he did playing Max.

As movie Max said “I don’t know what heaven’s like..” but I’m sure the ending of this movie is pretty close.… Expand

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Cjs0606Aug 14, 2021

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This movie is a disgrace to man kind and I **** hate it with a passion, I love this movie watch it with grammy and grandpy they will love this wholesome movie ever so!… Expand

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vlasamaAug 10, 2021

This movie is about nice man with sad story about his family. But he is strong and will fight with his enemies. With videogame isnt the same storyline, but nice.

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TheQuietGamerMar 12, 2021

A stylish, neo-noir thriller that comes off as Sin City-lite. Where Frank Miller and Robert Rodriguez's comic book adaptation received praise for the originality of its stories (as well as the visuals) however, this offers a by-the-numbersA stylish, neo-noir thriller that comes off as Sin City-lite. Where Frank Miller and Robert Rodriguez's comic book adaptation received praise for the originality of its stories (as well as the visuals) however, this offers a by-the-numbers revenge plot. Despite all of its references to Norse mythology, its twists and turns remain predictable throughout. In fact, the only unique thing they bring to the table are the bizarre hallucinations the characters have of demonized valkyries. Admittedly, I'm not familiar with the games this is based on outside of the first one's surprisingly incredible GBA port, but I'm pretty sure there weren't any supernatural creatures in them, imagined or not. Even if there were, it doesn't change the fact that they feel wildly out of place in this movie. They do at least provide something interesting to look at though.

Of course, there is also plenty of bombastic blockbuster action. It's serviceable, but at the same time these slow motion shootouts have got nothing on a John Woo flick. Probably serving as the best example of how Max Payne borrows competently enough from other, better films to be watchable in a turn-your-brain-off sort of way without ever managing to be truly exciting. As a matter of fact, aside from being woefully miscast with Mark Wahlberg giving a performance with literally all the acting range and emotional expressiveness of an actual block of wood and Mila Kunis being the poorest excuse for a Russian gangster I have ever seen, the real problem with this movie is that it's entirely forgettable. Perhaps not the worst complaint one could direct at this, but it's still indicative of a rather fatal flaw. After all, as adequate as it may be, why should you watch this when there are plenty of other options out there doing the same thing in a more enjoyable manner?… Expand

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bfoore90Sep 23, 2018

Not as bad as advertised but certainly not good. The plot of the film is your basic run of the mill action-revenge story and does little to distinguish itself from being otherwise. Mark Wahlberg and company do solid jobs but the film doesn'tNot as bad as advertised but certainly not good. The plot of the film is your basic run of the mill action-revenge story and does little to distinguish itself from being otherwise. Mark Wahlberg and company do solid jobs but the film doesn't offer opportunities for them to show their chops. All in all, for being a video game movie, it's not the worst I've ever seen but it could have been alot better… Expand

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DudeFromIcelandDec 6, 2017

This is a review/angry rant. Spoilers ahead but if you are a fan of the games then just skip this trash.

Firs of all, out of all the actors in Hollywood to play Jim Bravura, you got Ludacris? ****ing Ludacris? Honestly after I saw that IThis is a review/angry rant. Spoilers ahead but if you are a fan of the games then just skip this trash.

Firs of all, out of all the actors in Hollywood to play Jim Bravura, you got Ludacris? ****ing Ludacris? Honestly after I saw that I gave up. Why not just hire Michael Cera to play Max and Anna Faris as Mona?

I like Mark Wahlberg but his portrayal of Max was really bland and boring. He didn't have any of those qualities that made Max such a complex character in the games. And why did they make so many unnecessary changes? Why does Valkyr all of a sudden make these demon bird things appear? It has nothing to do with the game as it was never mentioned. Why is BB all of a sudden the main **** villain when he played such a bit part in the game? Why is Nicole Horne not the main villain like in the game? Max is never undercover in the film, no Vinnie Gognitti, no mention of the Punchinello's and then of course no Vladimir Lem.

Honestly there are waaaaaayyy to many stupid changes and this movie is way to ****ing PG. The games are some of the most well written, darkest and creepiest piece of media I have ever had the pleasure of experiencing. This film sadly makes the game seem like the blandest detective/revenge film that you'd see on TV at 4 a.m. on some random channel. It's bad enough that it takes almost an hour for any action of note in the film plus the bullet time sequence was pathetic as well. Video game movies have never worked and they probably never will but if you're going to make them, STOP MAKING SO MANY ****ing CHANGES AND PISSING OFF THE LOYAL FANS OF THE GAMES.… Expand

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Swishalicious29Apr 1, 2016

"Max Payne" just goes to prove what movie critics have been saying for years. Yes, video game based movies do indeed suck. Mark Wahlberg as Max Payne is very bland and boring. The dialogue is also is atrocious. One example is at the very"Max Payne" just goes to prove what movie critics have been saying for years. Yes, video game based movies do indeed suck. Mark Wahlberg as Max Payne is very bland and boring. The dialogue is also is atrocious. One example is at the very beginning when someone who works in the cold case unit asks if Max Payne wants a beer after work. Wahlberg just completely ignores him. Why is there no interaction between these two characters? Who knows. Action sequences aren't horrible, but I'm sure you can find better action in a whole bunch of other movies. The ending sucks also. Not worth your time.… Expand

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MarickNov 3, 2014

I expect it to be equally beautiful as the game. Too bad ... The movie could have been much better if it got the same story as in the original game ..

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BigZOct 20, 2014

I saw the movie before I learned about the video game. The Movie took a different spin that was less effective than the video game. Then again, I am not sure they've made any movies based on video games that were a real success. That beingI saw the movie before I learned about the video game. The Movie took a different spin that was less effective than the video game. Then again, I am not sure they've made any movies based on video games that were a real success. That being said, I still think this one falls on the higher end of those films. Although it lacked the grit and murky attitude the video game had, the story structure and dialogue could have been much worse. Lets be grateful. Marc W. was an interesting pick as Max Payne, and I think he delivered something with substance. Could a different actor do better, possibly a few, I thought he lacked that inner strife and just hollow feel that drives Max, I don't feel like Max is a mess and doesn't care and wants to die because he has nothing but revenge on his mind. I feel like that still mostly could be the director's and story's fault. Max Payne should have had a more epic intro than "leave that man alone". I also think Mila Kunis was an attention cast rather than a talent cast, not to mention Luda. Her character lacked the hate and aggression needed to believe she was a mafia member...not her strength. This movie could have been great. Revenge stories always have potential, the flaws are notable but I think this one managed to crutch along and not be a failure. Just not much more than that.… Expand

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MovieReviews101Sep 13, 2014

Verdict: Video Game Action success?

Story: Having never played the games or even knowing anything about the games I could really see this fresh as an action fan. I was expecting some form of supernatural side to the story but I was wrong.Verdict: Video Game Action success?

Story: Having never played the games or even knowing anything about the games I could really see this fresh as an action fan. I was expecting some form of supernatural side to the story but I was wrong. It is just a revenge thriller that has lots of action and very little dialogue. Most of the support characters have very little development and are each only used to pass on a small part of the story. In the end as a standalone action film it is switch the mind of acceptable. (6/10)

Actor Review: Mark Wahlberg – Max Payne the determined cop who wants to truth who ends up getting caught up in something bigger than he could have ever imagined. Solid from Mark but the fans of the games will dislike what he does to the character. (7/10)

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Actor Review: Mila Kunis – Mona from the more underworld side of the city she ends up teaming up with Max to take down the people responsible for the death of their loved ones. I think this was a bit too early in her career, she looks a little bit out of place, and maybe she could return for a sequel and use what she has learned. (4/10)

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Actor Review: Beau Bridges – BB Hensley friend of Max who was also good friends with his wife, he tries to help but ultimately is the guy responsible for everything that has driven Max. Good but nothing special performance. (6/10)

Actor Review: Ludacris – Jim the internal affairs officer trying to figure out what the corruption in the Police could change how they look at crimes being committed in the town. Another guy who was in a role that is hard to believe too early in his acting career, he tries but it just doesn’t quite some off for him. (5/10)

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Actor Review: Chris O’Donnell – Jason a former work colleague of Max’s wife, knows more than he is letting on. Good supporting role that is good use for information only. (5/10)

Actor Review: Donal Logue – Alex ex-partner who tries to reconnect after discovering a new clue about Max’s wife’s murder. Only a small role but the look of a desperate friend works well. (6/10)

Actor Review: Amaury Nolasco – Jack a man that spends a lot of time watching what is going on with Max and Mona, but he does have a motive, but we never know what he final motive is. Good supporting role used well to create a target for Max. (6/10)

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Director Review: John Moore – Simple direction used to create plenty of over the top action for the more casual fan to enjoy. (6/10)

Action: Plenty of gun fights throughout, I really don’t know how many bullets they must have used. (9/10)

Crime: Simple crime aspects used nothing truly original though. (6/10)

Thriller: Tries to pull of some thrills but doesn’t really succeed. (6/10)

Special Effects: Good special effects for the hallucination scenes and gun battles. (9/10)

Believability: No (0/10)

Chances of Tears: No (0/10)

Settings: Dark settings used to create a very dark world similar to the story they are in. (8/10)

Suggestion: This is really one to try I can’t say it is very original and like most video game films isn’t the most popular compared to the games. (Try It)

Best Part: Gun rights.

Worst Part: poor support character development.

Action Scene Of The Film: The office gun battle

Oscar Chances: No Chances of Sequel: Do to the poor box office it would be a no. Overall: Video Game Action, You Know What You Are Getting… Expand

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DeusexJun 2, 2014

I love the game series. Obviously the game is much better. But I thought the movie was pretty decent. Had a good story, and dark tone that we all know and love. Could've used more action sure. And the supporting characters needed more of aI love the game series. Obviously the game is much better. But I thought the movie was pretty decent. Had a good story, and dark tone that we all know and love. Could've used more action sure. And the supporting characters needed more of a personality. But Mark Whalberg did a fine job.… Expand

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Claudius101Feb 23, 2014

Max Payne the film falls short of the Max Payne game series. John Moore takes the concept of the game it's story line and creates something basic. The fans of Max Payne were a bit disappointed at the films depute. Unfortunately the story andMax Payne the film falls short of the Max Payne game series. John Moore takes the concept of the game it's story line and creates something basic. The fans of Max Payne were a bit disappointed at the films depute. Unfortunately the story and comics in the first game were so impressive for that time and made such a huge impact in the gaming industry and most importantly in the player's, or better gamers minds. Therefore it would be very hard to make a movie with a similar impact and create a Max Payne as Bad ass as you could possibly make it in the game. I mean you as a player. It is a shame, the film could have done more justice to the Max Payne novelty. Maybe future remakes will be taken into accord although I know the reason they are not at the moment. The directors saw how hard it was to make an actual impression on the fans. It is a shame really, Mark Walkberg is a decent actor but unfortunately he did not make a true impact in this film. I would suggest a more sickening looking kind a character. But hey, we cannot really get exactly what we want can we? Well.. sometimes we can. Film-makers have shows us before and will do so again..… Expand

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morfilNov 1, 2013

Mark Wahlberg plays popular game hero Max Payne, a cop who sets out to find the man who killed his wife and child, while doing so he uncovers a potential conspiracy that could lead him to the killer.

While Max Payne boasts a great tone,Mark Wahlberg plays popular game hero Max Payne, a cop who sets out to find the man who killed his wife and child, while doing so he uncovers a potential conspiracy that could lead him to the killer.

While Max Payne boasts a great tone, atmosphere and great cinematography, the overall film wasn't really all that great, the acting was tough to judge, there were some good performances but the actors seem like they didn't have much to work with, the action scenes are minimal, and was just a ton of shooting and they weren't all that exciting, however if you are interested in this film, you can watch it, but I feel that there are better options.

Without comparing it to the game, I felt they could have done more to make it a bit more interesting and exciting, and possibly add more to Max Payne's back story and they could've been more inventive with the action scenes instead of making people just shoot at each other.

Otherwise, its a good concept and is well shot, but the execution needed a little more work.… Expand

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ERBJun 20, 2013

Good Movie!

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RickyBoobyJan 2, 2013

"Payne-ful" to watch, unwatchable if you're a fan of the videogames. I am a HUGE fan of the games, and near the beginning a scene starts to shape up like a part of the videogame. I get a little giddy...then I sit through an hour and fifteen"Payne-ful" to watch, unwatchable if you're a fan of the videogames. I am a HUGE fan of the games, and near the beginning a scene starts to shape up like a part of the videogame. I get a little giddy...then I sit through an hour and fifteen more minutes of nonsense, insanity, not plot, terrible acting, and even mediocre action. Mark Wahlberg as the title character was the stereotypical east coast detective. You could have plugged one of 50 actors into the role and gotten the same thing. As a stand alone film, it's really bad. As something with even a semblance of "inspiration" from the video games, it's even worse. Avoid this. If it's free turn it down, if it costs money, punch somebody in the face. One of the ten worst movies I've ever seen....and I've seen Glitter.… Expand

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robertashfieldJan 1, 2013

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Compi24Nov 28, 2012

It's pretty entertaining in some point, but even then it's only on a superficial level. "Max Payne" is a pretty lame attempt at recreating what the games did so well.

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cameronmorewoodNov 12, 2012

Aptly named.

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QuexorOct 17, 2012

I really wanted to like this movie. Unfortunately, the movie seems to chug at a very slow pace and the action scenes are way too far and few between. Even the shootdodge that Marky Mark does in the movie doesn't even look that proper.I really wanted to like this movie. Unfortunately, the movie seems to chug at a very slow pace and the action scenes are way too far and few between. Even the shootdodge that Marky Mark does in the movie doesn't even look that proper. However, even without all the action, the movie does stay very true to form to the video games, as it is as dark as the games is.… Expand

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ReubenIsAGodSep 23, 2012

One of the worst movies i have ever seen. This movie mocks everything fans love about Max Payne, if you really want to see a movie worth seeing watch WANTED that's one bad ass movie

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moviebuff_420May 12, 2012

Worst Video game adaption i've ever seen. I'm a great fan of Max Payne Video game series and expected the movie will be thrilling too. it's cheesy,boring,horrible and atrocious.Even Mark Wahlberg didn't left any effect.Mila Kunis looked likeWorst Video game adaption i've ever seen. I'm a great fan of Max Payne Video game series and expected the movie will be thrilling too. it's cheesy,boring,horrible and atrocious.Even Mark Wahlberg didn't left any effect.Mila Kunis looked like doing a cameo. Writer messed up everything in the script. So-known slow motion sequences are way too short as compared to game. I'm very disappointed. May be it will please the non-gamers a bit but for Game fans ,it's just a waste of time.… Expand

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the-epikninjaApr 21, 2012

Definitely not worth watching if you are a fan of the videogame Max Payne. Horrible movie that is nowhere near the original game. Though i give 2 for the effort. -the-epikninja

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jwt7000Oct 24, 2011

If John Woo directed this movie, there would be more action scenes than ever and the movie would have been longer. The plot in this movie does not match with the one in the original Max Payne game which winds up to be a technical flaw. AnIf John Woo directed this movie, there would be more action scenes than ever and the movie would have been longer. The plot in this movie does not match with the one in the original Max Payne game which winds up to be a technical flaw. An enemy as an angel with wings? That did not exist in that game.… Expand

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DalekFeb 3, 2011

I loved Max Payne (video game) so there's a film! I watch the trailer and it doesn't really look like the game
I didn't know what to expect, so I watch it and the action scenes are nice but everything else sucks. The best part is, none of itI loved Max Payne (video game) so there's a film! I watch the trailer and it doesn't really look like the game
I didn't know what to expect, so I watch it and the action scenes are nice but everything else sucks. The best part is, none of it makes sense, its nothing like the game, what about the train station scene (Roscoe street station) the thugs just walk right in and want his watch. Isn't he supposed to kill them whilst they wait for the train? They've all mixed it up and the characters have a terrible roll. They even chose the wrong character that they kill in the ending. Nope, NOT Nicole Horn, someone else! I mean, how can they choose the wrong character! Skip this film, its not worth the time.… Expand

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eliascAug 6, 2009

A terrible adaptation of the game. Witless and confusing, and badly acted, the only saving grace for tis film is the visual style that the director uses, or more accurately, attempts to copy from the video game., However viewers will quickly A terrible adaptation of the game. Witless and confusing, and badly acted, the only saving grace for tis film is the visual style that the director uses, or more accurately, attempts to copy from the video game., However viewers will quickly tire of the monotonous use of CGI snow and rain to show us how dismal this fantasy version of New York is. Save your time and skip this one.… Expand

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RenánBJul 21, 2009

One of the worst video game adaptations ever made. This flick is quite inept in so many levels.

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JorgeMJul 16, 2009

This was a good adaption from the video game. The plot was awesome it was good how they captured everything from the game, the cast was good, and the characters were okay, and the scene's were okay could of been better.

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KeenanS.Jul 15, 2009

To date, I have seen thirteen video game films, and this one of my least favorite of the bunch. Loved the Resident Evil films (All 4), Silent Hill, Final Fantasy VII: Advent Children, Tomb Raider films and Hitman. Those were my favorites of To date, I have seen thirteen video game films, and this one of my least favorite of the bunch. Loved the Resident Evil films (All 4), Silent Hill, Final Fantasy VII: Advent Children, Tomb Raider films and Hitman. Those were my favorites of all of them. Unfortunately, Max Payne just feels like a lazy attempt to cash in on the game's name instead of actually doing anything remarkable. This was a pretty dull action film, but it just managed to barely save itself from sucking. I recommend the video game films I mentioned long before I'd recommend this lazy and rather boring film. It's not bad, but it's just not that good. Too bad, especially considering Twentieth Century Fox did such a good job with Hitman.… Expand

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DecepticonPomMar 31, 2009

I'm gay and would normally drool over both Wahlberg and O'Connell but this was so bad, I converted to Christ and preyed for a power cut. It didn't come. The existence of this film and failure for me to be delivered from its I'm gay and would normally drool over both Wahlberg and O'Connell but this was so bad, I converted to Christ and preyed for a power cut. It didn't come. The existence of this film and failure for me to be delivered from its agony are proof there is no higher power!… Expand

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JaredJFeb 20, 2009

I fail to see why this got a 5.4 when the god awefull "Hitman" got a 9.8 (or 8.9) "Hitman" had no connection with the games. "Max Payne" has everything, even right down to the snow storm. It was nice to see the voice-actor of the first game I fail to see why this got a 5.4 when the god awefull "Hitman" got a 9.8 (or 8.9) "Hitman" had no connection with the games. "Max Payne" has everything, even right down to the snow storm. It was nice to see the voice-actor of the first game play a role. I did not mind spending the $27.95 for the Unrated extended cut eddition and that came with a digital version, people these days love movies that suck and hate movies that are amazing (like this.)… Expand

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JohnMFeb 5, 2009

After reading the critics reviews I was a little wary of renting this movie but as a Sci-Fi Fan and an avid videogamer I did enjoy it. Yes, it was a bit slow starting but I found the last 45 minutes pretty interesting.

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bobs.Jan 31, 2009

Not good. Bad plot development, bad characters, just not worth more than $1.

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CarlosV.Jan 30, 2009

Extraordinary!! Max Payne is one of the best video game to screen adaption yet. I highly enjoyed this dark and gritty crime thriller, Mark Whalberg does an amazing job as Max Payne a cop haunted and tormented by his family's murder and Extraordinary!! Max Payne is one of the best video game to screen adaption yet. I highly enjoyed this dark and gritty crime thriller, Mark Whalberg does an amazing job as Max Payne a cop haunted and tormented by his family's murder and he will stop at nothing to get revenge for their deaths, with that said Max Payne leads you on a roller coaster ride of thrills and non-stop action that all leads up to the shocking and explosive finale. John Moore directs a totally awesome crime thriller that won't stop amazing and shocking you till the end, Mark Wahlberg,Beau Bridges & Mila Kunis deliver great performances in this great Crime film. I very highly recommend this film.… Expand

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AMovieCriticJan 25, 2009

One of the absolute worst movies I've ever seen. Couldn't have been any more disrespectful towards the game if the director had taken out a pistol and fired at the game disc during the end credits. Even setting that aside, though, One of the absolute worst movies I've ever seen. Couldn't have been any more disrespectful towards the game if the director had taken out a pistol and fired at the game disc during the end credits. Even setting that aside, though, the crappy movie they turned the game's brilliant storyline into is a dull police procedural with some occasionally cool visual imagery. The acting's horrible (though Ludacris does a good job, he deserves better) and not a single character seems to even remotely resemble their game counterparts. If they at least created interesting characters out of them it would have been OKAY but nope....It's really the worst of both worlds. If they wanted to nearly totally ignore the game (as they have) they could have AT LEAST gone the "dumb route" and gave us a dumb-but-fun action movie (Paul Anderson's Resident Evil films) but instead we get a story that takes itself deadly seriously yet that's so unbelievably boring that I could hardly sit through it. Awful.… Expand

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ChristianC.Jan 23, 2009

Boring, boring, boring... This movie is a huge disappointment. Is so bad that I can't believe is based in that great game called Max Payne, and anyone who says this is better than the Hitman movie is an idiot. The plot is so lame and Boring, boring, boring... This movie is a huge disappointment. Is so bad that I can't believe is based in that great game called Max Payne, and anyone who says this is better than the Hitman movie is an idiot. The plot is so lame and the acting so bad that hurts very badly any thought that a movie based in a game could be, in fact, a good movie.… Expand

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LaurenS.Jan 21, 2009

Max Payne, is one of those movies where you see them, but you just have no feeling for it... "the seen films"- needless to say, it feels like in every 'seen' film, that movies are just, i don't know; stupid, queer, and maybe Max Payne, is one of those movies where you see them, but you just have no feeling for it... "the seen films"- needless to say, it feels like in every 'seen' film, that movies are just, i don't know; stupid, queer, and maybe overall, i think this explains exactly the point i'm trying to make. Maybe Max Payne just is so pointless, the audience literally feels numb about the whole thing. Now, that's a bad thing. It always makes me sad to see a movie end up like this one, it could be good; but even the director failed to apply this one little thing into the movie. We all have feelings for things, and people, right? Same with movies, and their characters... my reaction was that why even make something based on a video game? The special effects people must've been convinced that if they hyped it up enough, critics and all of the public would be astonished about this video game turned into a mess. If you ask me, Max Payne went on auto pilot. It was complete nonsense, you can go and see it, but be prepared; You're not missing much.… Expand

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ZackS.Jan 20, 2009

Max Payne is not the best movie ever im going to throw that out there. And yes it is a little slow but i highly enjoyed the movie as a whole. I recommend it to anyone.

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JayH.Jan 18, 2009

Surprisingly tame and the pacing is too slow. It was very good visually, good cinematography and the atmosphere is effective. Too much of the film is hard to follow and makes no sense. Stylish, almost overly so.

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R.L.Jan 5, 2009

Exceptional!! Max Payne is by far the best video game to screen adaption yet. After last years train wreck Hit man, Max Payne makes going to the movies cool again after all the dumb and stupid action thrillers that have come out this year, I Exceptional!! Max Payne is by far the best video game to screen adaption yet. After last years train wreck Hit man, Max Payne makes going to the movies cool again after all the dumb and stupid action thrillers that have come out this year, I found Max Payne among my favorites, It had a story and a depth of character we all can relate to in some way, Mark Whalberg play maverick cop Max Payne a cop tortured by his families murder and will do anything to get revenge for their murders. It's a truly great movie, very dark and serious & total complete fun from start to finish. I very highly recommend this movie!… Expand

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CatSDec 5, 2008

Listen. This movie is not trying to be anything that it isn't. I found it highly enjoyable and very entertaining. I think that if you go see it for what it is -- a dark, gritty movie based on a video game -- then you will enjoy yourself.

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GeorgeDec 3, 2008

This could have been so much better.

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JBeanzNov 18, 2008

Wow. This movie is crap. And before you readers say I didn't play the game, and thats why I didn't like it, I did play the video games, loved them, and hated this movie. The plot wasn't developed well enough to keep me Wow. This movie is crap. And before you readers say I didn't play the game, and thats why I didn't like it, I did play the video games, loved them, and hated this movie. The plot wasn't developed well enough to keep me interested, and the scenes where he used the slo-mo were not dramatic enough. This movie just sucked and I'm sad that Marky Mark had to be a part of it because he is a great actor.… Expand

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RichardL.Nov 17, 2008

Truly amazing!! Max Payne is one of the best video game to screen adaption yet. I highly enjoyed this dark and gritty crime thriller, Mark Whalberg does an amazing job as Max Payne a cop haunted and tormented by his family's murder and Truly amazing!! Max Payne is one of the best video game to screen adaption yet. I highly enjoyed this dark and gritty crime thriller, Mark Whalberg does an amazing job as Max Payne a cop haunted and tormented by his family's murder and he will stop at nothing to get revenge for their deaths, with that said Max Payne leads you on a roller coaster ride of thrills and non-stop action that all leads up to the shocking and explosive finale. John Moore directs a totally awesome crime thriller that won't stop amazing and shocking you till the end, Beau Bridges & Mila Kunis deliver great performances, the only weak leak in this movie is Luidacris his performance is very weak and unrealistic and very single minded and boring. Besides that It's a great Crime film. I very highly recommend this film.… Expand

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MattDNov 16, 2008

I still have yet to find a movie based on a video game franchise that is worth ten or so dollars paid to see it. the problem is the developers tried to hard to make it like the game.

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AngusM.Nov 15, 2008

I know the plot really sucked and was badly explained, but the visual style of the film was awesome and the acting was passable too. most of the action was cool and well-shot, except one stupid slow-mo bit where max bends backwards with the I know the plot really sucked and was badly explained, but the visual style of the film was awesome and the acting was passable too. most of the action was cool and well-shot, except one stupid slow-mo bit where max bends backwards with the shotgun and ends up looking like an idiot.… Expand

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JuusoD.Nov 14, 2008

At the beginning it was strange when characters in the movie didn't look like chars in the game. The plot was good, but not perfect. I liked this movie as i liked the game, cos there was enough similarities from the game.

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TomS.Nov 13, 2008

A huge disappointment, and totally inaccurate as far as the original games go, this movie fails at every conceivable level. An insult to anyone who is a true fan of the Max Payne series. Also, an insult to anyone who actually paid money to A huge disappointment, and totally inaccurate as far as the original games go, this movie fails at every conceivable level. An insult to anyone who is a true fan of the Max Payne series. Also, an insult to anyone who actually paid money to see it. Avoid this movie like the plague.… Expand

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JackM.Nov 8, 2008

It was an action packed film. the story needs some improvement but Mark Wilbergh was a very good actor in this movie.

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JasonH.Nov 6, 2008

Max Payne more like Max Suck. This movie is nothing like the video game. The story isn't the same, the characters don't even dress like the characters in the game, and everything that made the game special, like its Film Noir Max Payne more like Max Suck. This movie is nothing like the video game. The story isn't the same, the characters don't even dress like the characters in the game, and everything that made the game special, like its Film Noir roots, is completely absent in this movie. I only saw this horrible movie because a friend begged me to go with him. The only pleasure I got from it was laughing at the screen at the horrible lack of dialog that Mark Walberg has in the movie and the awkward action that features swat team members running on top of office desks and shooting at the same time. Do Not Go See This Movie!… Expand

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JoseR.Oct 30, 2008

This movie is such crap that anyone who worked on it should be fired from life itself. By the way, "Brandon W" and "Sergery W" are the same person, and probably a paid shill. Their "reviews" are identical word-for-word. Same with "Jon B" and This movie is such crap that anyone who worked on it should be fired from life itself. By the way, "Brandon W" and "Sergery W" are the same person, and probably a paid shill. Their "reviews" are identical word-for-word. Same with "Jon B" and "Serger W". At least pick names that aren't obviously fake, "Serger". Is your name really Beau Thorne? You suck.… Expand

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FraserV.Oct 27, 2008

Stupid, stupid, stupid. Even if my brain took a holiday this is still a bad movie. Wahlberg's one note performance, a muder mystery even a fourth grader would have solved faster than the lead, oddly placed slo-mo bullet-time scenes, Stupid, stupid, stupid. Even if my brain took a holiday this is still a bad movie. Wahlberg's one note performance, a muder mystery even a fourth grader would have solved faster than the lead, oddly placed slo-mo bullet-time scenes, characters doing illogical things and popping into scenes they shouldn't be in, and a bad....BAD...plot, make this a movie that simply can not be recommended. A '3' 'cause I know I've seen worse...but my brain has been assaulted with so much stupidity that I'm having trouble remembering what movies they were.… Expand

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JKOct 26, 2008

I expected this movie to be a disaster after reading the reviews, but still decided to go watch it, for my love of the game. And I was actually pleasantly surprised. It's not particularly smart or original, but I wasn't bored, and I expected this movie to be a disaster after reading the reviews, but still decided to go watch it, for my love of the game. And I was actually pleasantly surprised. It's not particularly smart or original, but I wasn't bored, and I loved the visual style and atmosphere. I laughed at the silly parts but was also excited at the action sequences. Yeah, it's far from being a piece of art, but I had fun.… Expand

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AnttiA.Oct 26, 2008

I personally don't understand why "they" are mocking this film. I found it personally very good. It has bad moments with camera and it has somewhat bad screenplay, but do those things matter? In the end this film made me laugh, made me I personally don't understand why "they" are mocking this film. I found it personally very good. It has bad moments with camera and it has somewhat bad screenplay, but do those things matter? In the end this film made me laugh, made me cry, and most importantly made me enjoy it. What else does a good film need to do?… Expand

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NoorDimashkOct 26, 2008

Slightly above average movie. The concept is amazing, the execution is close to terrible. But it's not a complete disaster.

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BillyW.Oct 26, 2008

Half way through me and my friend were so bored we started playing are you smarter than a fifth grader on my phone. Save your self ten bucks and see a movie with a real plot.

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KadeH.Oct 25, 2008

I think as a whole hallywood needs to stop trying to make movies based on video games. the sodomize every franchise a little more each time one comes out. max payne is one of the best story driven games that came out on the playstation 2 I think as a whole hallywood needs to stop trying to make movies based on video games. the sodomize every franchise a little more each time one comes out. max payne is one of the best story driven games that came out on the playstation 2 system. and mark whalburg was just overall bland as max payne. milla kunis should not have been cast as i heard 3 people around me say thats jackie! this movie was bland to say the most. the video game provided the story and the fans expect nothing less. stop straying sooooo far off that i question playing video games for fear that they will be raped and turn into a mindless pg-13 borefest. and pg-13 what? if the game is rated m (mature) make the movie r. maybe the sight of alot of blood would have livened up the movie.… Expand

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MelissaE.Oct 25, 2008

Critics have said this movie jumps all over the place and is too convoluted to follow. I'm not sure what they're talking about. Walberg was awesome, the plot was clear (though a little predictable) and the demons and action Critics have said this movie jumps all over the place and is too convoluted to follow. I'm not sure what they're talking about. Walberg was awesome, the plot was clear (though a little predictable) and the demons and action sequences were fun. I look forward to the next Max Payne.… Expand

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JoshV.Oct 25, 2008

I never played the game, but this is the most unintentionally hilarious movie I've ever seen, never have I laughed so much at a supposed action movie, I mean, the entire ending is just Max Payne, running around, shooting people with a I never played the game, but this is the most unintentionally hilarious movie I've ever seen, never have I laughed so much at a supposed action movie, I mean, the entire ending is just Max Payne, running around, shooting people with a shotgun, and TRIPPING BALLS! with the occasional break here and there to just scream as loud as possible for a minute or two straight. Hilarious!… Expand

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PhilipOct 25, 2008

i'm not sure what anybody scoring this over 2 was doing while the movie was screening, but here's the truth: it's quite simply, the worst movie to come out (in theaters) in years. fan of the games or not, you will hate 95% of i'm not sure what anybody scoring this over 2 was doing while the movie was screening, but here's the truth: it's quite simply, the worst movie to come out (in theaters) in years. fan of the games or not, you will hate 95% of the movie. the writer and director should be burried alive, not only for raping Max Payne, but for further polluting the film world with another piece of cinematic excrement. all i can ask myself is, why didn't anybody involved in the movie realise what a festering turd they were making and sabotage the set, in order to save us viewers the agony of experiencing this epic FAIL!… Expand

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SHODANOct 24, 2008

How did they manage to convert a video game into a movie and actually simplify the plot? All they had to do was lift the narrative and style directly out of the game and they would have had a winner. For what reason did they change things? How did they manage to convert a video game into a movie and actually simplify the plot? All they had to do was lift the narrative and style directly out of the game and they would have had a winner. For what reason did they change things? And why did they think it would make it better? Simple hubris?… Expand

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MarkJ.Oct 24, 2008

I remember buying Max Payne haphazardly shopping for new titles, not expecting much. After completing it I knew it was one of the best I have ever played, voice acting quality upon which I had never heard, full of subtlety and realism. The I remember buying Max Payne haphazardly shopping for new titles, not expecting much. After completing it I knew it was one of the best I have ever played, voice acting quality upon which I had never heard, full of subtlety and realism. The movie however is a butchered version hardly recognizable, almost as if the logo was plastered on to it. For all of us who have actually completed the game, the pain is far worse.… Expand

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FionUOct 24, 2008

Half the official reviews are from papers that don't even know this is based on a game and have not only never seen the game, but never even heard of it, let alone played it. 'Out Matrix the Matrix.' Someone should tell him Half the official reviews are from papers that don't even know this is based on a game and have not only never seen the game, but never even heard of it, let alone played it. 'Out Matrix the Matrix.' Someone should tell him that bullet time was part of max payne during early stages of development before Matrix was even being shot (though the game came out after Matrix did.) For a movie based off a game I thought it was perhaps the best I'd seen of the type. The story was fairly loose compared to the games and the acting was for the most part good sans a few really poorly written lines. All in all easily the best movie based on a game yet. But still not remotely as good as it could have been.… Expand

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SergerW.Oct 23, 2008

It was probably the best video game to movie adaptation I've seen although that isn't saying much. It doesn't follow the game level for level, but it does pretty much cover the same story. They changed a few things to help It was probably the best video game to movie adaptation I've seen although that isn't saying much. It doesn't follow the game level for level, but it does pretty much cover the same story. They changed a few things to help story flow a bit better.… Expand

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MattOct 23, 2008

Over all I enjoyed the movie, the story kept closer to the story of the game than what I had expected. The only cons in my mind is that the movie could have been about 20 more minutes longer with all 20 of those minutes being action Over all I enjoyed the movie, the story kept closer to the story of the game than what I had expected. The only cons in my mind is that the movie could have been about 20 more minutes longer with all 20 of those minutes being action scenes.... the girl I took to the movie with me enjoyed it as well.... or she atleast enjoyed wahlberg.… Expand

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KyleW.Oct 23, 2008

This was a good attempt at a Max Payne adaptation, but fell short in a few ways. Max Payne was not meant to mirror the games. It took the series in a new direction, and as long as you weren't thinking it was going to be a fast paced, This was a good attempt at a Max Payne adaptation, but fell short in a few ways. Max Payne was not meant to mirror the games. It took the series in a new direction, and as long as you weren't thinking it was going to be a fast paced, third person shooter on film instead of CGI, you would like this movie. Sure, it doesn't hold true to the Max Payne games, but it doesn't matter. If you take the movie for what it is, it's an entertaining, well written adaptation. It loses points for not including the narration that the game was famous for, and it was a bit lacking in action and back story.… Expand

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SnakeOct 22, 2008

This should be called Max Boredom. There's way too much story crammed in and hardly any action, and the action is pathetic anyways--barely any bullet-time or suspense. The cast and casting is horrible, though Mark Wahlberg could have This should be called Max Boredom. There's way too much story crammed in and hardly any action, and the action is pathetic anyways--barely any bullet-time or suspense. The cast and casting is horrible, though Mark Wahlberg could have been good with decent direction. Music and sound was trite. Some decent visual effects on occasion; the perpetual snow from the game was appreciated (though it rained at some points...wtf?). The style was decent, but would have been better if true to the game's gritty cop drama noir plus more narration from Max. In summary, as far as video game remakes go, it was maybe better than Doom but not as good as Hitman. Just watch the graphic novel on Youtube instead.… Expand

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TaomanT.Oct 22, 2008

Good effects. Wahlberg and Beau Bridges act very well. Kurylenko not so much. Good action, very good special effects. The well implemented action scenes make you forgive certain plot/logic holes and cheesy dialogue. The movie delivers what Good effects. Wahlberg and Beau Bridges act very well. Kurylenko not so much. Good action, very good special effects. The well implemented action scenes make you forgive certain plot/logic holes and cheesy dialogue. The movie delivers what it promises.… Expand

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SergeryW.Oct 22, 2008

Read most of the reviews before seeing this and I don't understand why everyone is so bent out of shape on this film. Obviously people that will love this film played the game(s). But I think others will like it just as much if you Read most of the reviews before seeing this and I don't understand why everyone is so bent out of shape on this film. Obviously people that will love this film played the game(s). But I think others will like it just as much if you haven't. To what Chris said of Marky Mark's performance...I thought Mark did a very good job. If you want to see Mark performing badly, go see The Happening...this film definitely has him back in the right direction. This is a much grittier Wahlberg, a little like his character in The Departed, but Max Payne is very different character. Throughout this film, the director does a great job showing all sides of max, his depressed side and his vengeful side full of hate that fuels him throughout the film. As far as the video game adaptation goes, it's definitely the best one I've seen. It's faithful to the core storyline, yet is brand new in terms of how things are set up. I was a little iffy on Mila Kunis being picked for her role as Mona Sax, but she fits the role perfectly. One thing the game always lacked in Mona's character is her coldness. The game always displayed her seductiveness and her toughness, but to me it never felt like it could be realistic enough because she wasn't as cold as Max. The scene in the film where she questions Max and has him on his knees, beating him around pretty good, I thought the director did a great job showing that coldness that was common between her and Max. They both give the same looks. My expectations for this movie was high going into it from all the advertising and also my past experience playing both Max Payne 1 and 2. I was afraid it would end up like Hitman did, but it didn't thankfully. This film was as good as the game, if not better in certain elements. The bullet time was not exhausted and was used at the key times. I'm glad Max was actually shot up in shootouts he gets in, shows realism over the whole he never gets shot sort of thing we usually get in action films. The only thing I wish they did more of was show a little more connection between Mona and Max...it felt like you never quite got the story between them or much info on her, but that'll be explained more in the sequel im sure. IMPORTANT: Stay until after the credits to see an important scene that sets things up for a sequel.… Expand

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JeffROct 19, 2008

If you haven't played the games, skip the movie and play them. If you've played them, skip the movie and play them again. In my opinion, Max Payne 2 is among the best stories told through the video game medium - haunting, funny, If you haven't played the games, skip the movie and play them. If you've played them, skip the movie and play them again. In my opinion, Max Payne 2 is among the best stories told through the video game medium - haunting, funny, intriguing, and touching. This movie is none of those things.… Expand

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ChadS.Oct 19, 2008

The drug use in "Max Payne" rewrites the Huey Lewis and the News song "I Want a New Drug" like this: "I want a new drug/One that won't make me see valkyries..." But valkyries, according to Norse mythology, are not the winged The drug use in "Max Payne" rewrites the Huey Lewis and the News song "I Want a New Drug" like this: "I want a new drug/One that won't make me see valkyries..." But valkyries, according to Norse mythology, are not the winged caterwauling bitches(they're female deities) we see in "Max Payne"; they were referee-like creatures who arbitrated battles, and determined who fought most heroically. Presenting the valkyrie as malevolent beings is an artistic license the filmmaker takes, inspired, perhaps, by Francis Ford Coppola's use of composer Richard Wagner's "Ride of the Valkyries" in "Apocalypse Now". With the possible exception of Chuck Jones' animated short "What's Up Doc?", the 1979 film would seem to be how most people are familiar with the concept of valkyries; people like the film's screewriters, who place the shieldmaidens in an apocalyptic setting. "Max Payne" pulls a "Cujo"; the negative reimagining of the valkyrie is canny in this respect: Wagner, a confirmed anti-Semite, had his baroque music appropriated by the Nazi party; the Fuhrer himself was a big fan. In "Max Payne", U.S. soldiers ingest a drug in liquid form that desensitizes them to their enemy. In other words, these men and women are drinking the kool-aid. Our enemies, the Iraqis, are like the original incarnation of the valkyrie, transformed by government propaganda, which proposes that the Islamic faith is evil, akin to Nazism. When the valkyries attack, they do so because the winged creatures have been provoked.… Expand

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[Anonymous]Oct 19, 2008

It's one of the worst movie's I've ever seen. They took everything that made Max Payne (the game) fun and interesting, and surgically removed it, leaving a boring, un-fun, un-interesting mess behind.

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NigleB.Oct 19, 2008

This movie must be the best adaptation from a videogame I've seen in ages. Much better than all those Ok, to be honest, they should have c&p the whole plot and script of the game and more slo-mo action sequences would have been nice but This movie must be the best adaptation from a videogame I've seen in ages. Much better than all those Ok, to be honest, they should have c&p the whole plot and script of the game and more slo-mo action sequences would have been nice but the result is viewable... No italian gangsters(vinnie gogniti, rico muerte...), no vlad, mona sax is a russian gangster instead of a gunslinger... hey! but the subway station is the roscoe streetsubway station at least!… Expand

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C.LawsonOct 19, 2008

What is everybody's problem with this film? I'm laughing at the critics reviews for slagging this movie as dark and depressing and with moody, expressionless characters. Anybody else who's actually played the game will know What is everybody's problem with this film? I'm laughing at the critics reviews for slagging this movie as dark and depressing and with moody, expressionless characters. Anybody else who's actually played the game will know exactly what I'm getting at here. With that thought, I've come to the conclusion that anybody who has never played the game is clearly unfit to review the film. If they had, they'd realise how ridiculous they sound for decrying as poor a movie that's stuck more closely to the plot and style of the original medium than any other video game adaptation to date. Thumbs up from me for accomplishing what has been thought impossible by gamers since Mario Brothers was released. On the downside, Mila Kunis came off as too compassionate for her character, and there wasn't nearly enough thought narrative. I always found that something that made the game quite immersing was the narrative cut scenes and novelesque metaphors used by Payne throughout the game. On the upside, the visuals are brilliant, more than enough to warrant at least a 5/10 for the sheer artistic presence on the screen. Wahlberg was great, but still too animated and lively to be the depressed and barely functional Max Payne of the game. Neverthess, a solid job. I also commend the lack of blood-letting and all out action in the film; Max Payne was always more about the plot and Payne's inner demons and personal torment than it was about gimmicky "bullet-time" and Steven Seagal gunfights. I suggest Metacritic discard any and all reviews by professional critics who haven't played the game or, more realistically, readers should disregard their comments . This is a gamer's movie and Max Payne stands head and shoulders above every game adaptation so far. Anybody who goes into the cinema expecting No Country for Old Men should instead be hoping for a solid game-to-movie adaptation, which is pulled off quite nicely here.… Expand

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ChrisGOct 19, 2008

As a movie in general , great, but as a max payne video game movie , story line is butchered. Some characters just arent what they are supposed to be , some MAJOR characters are left out , those of you who have seen it will know what im As a movie in general , great, but as a max payne video game movie , story line is butchered. Some characters just arent what they are supposed to be , some MAJOR characters are left out , those of you who have seen it will know what im talking about. And alot of stuff not even remotely close to game was put in. I do give them credit for nicole horne , for a second i really thought it was her.… Expand

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MattH.Oct 18, 2008

This was so boring and only 1 action scene which was only decent. Terrible movie.

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RyencokeOct 18, 2008

The movie itself was okay... after reading the reviews on this site I was very unsure what the hell to expect. But it was much better then I had thought. The movie had lots of plot holes and stupid points. But overall it entertained me. The movie itself was okay... after reading the reviews on this site I was very unsure what the hell to expect. But it was much better then I had thought. The movie had lots of plot holes and stupid points. But overall it entertained me. Could have been done much better though.… Expand

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JDOct 18, 2008

If you played and liked the game Dont see this movie. Its passable as action movie but you ll be torturing yourself with too many questions like "Why no internal dialog", "Wheres the cheesy dark comedy "the game was mature why is the movie If you played and liked the game Dont see this movie. Its passable as action movie but you ll be torturing yourself with too many questions like "Why no internal dialog", "Wheres the cheesy dark comedy "the game was mature why is the movie pg 13" well it simple Max Payne the movie dropped what made Max Payne the game good.… Expand

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JoeOct 18, 2008

I'll give them 1 because the special effects were mediocre, but the plot and every other aspect of the film was garbage. It took me a while to figure out who every character was, let alone their history and who was good and who was I'll give them 1 because the special effects were mediocre, but the plot and every other aspect of the film was garbage. It took me a while to figure out who every character was, let alone their history and who was good and who was evil. The ending was completely unrealistic. He gets shot like 3 times in the heart but doesn't die. So, we're supposed to believe some magic potion made him invincible? Don't waste your money.… Expand

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GilbertKOct 18, 2008

It is a movie, thats needs a rating, and its a bad movie. Dont bother discuss game adaptation, or feel like game or whatever, this movie is BAD. no feel, too much slowmo, which has been done way better and a truley bad performance of Mark W It is a movie, thats needs a rating, and its a bad movie. Dont bother discuss game adaptation, or feel like game or whatever, this movie is BAD. no feel, too much slowmo, which has been done way better and a truley bad performance of Mark W who is very much acting from a screen.… Expand

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SergerW.Oct 18, 2008

It was probably the best video game to movie adaptation I've seen although that isn't saying much. It doesn't follow the game level for level, but it does pretty much cover the same story. They changed a few things to help It was probably the best video game to movie adaptation I've seen although that isn't saying much. It doesn't follow the game level for level, but it does pretty much cover the same story. They changed a few things to help story flow a bit better.… Expand

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BKOct 18, 2008

Not good enough to warrant praise. And not bad enough to become some type of cult piece. The movie kills itself with its mediocrity. I suppose Uwe Boll has set the bar for the game-to-movie genre ridiculously low, but even by those Not good enough to warrant praise. And not bad enough to become some type of cult piece. The movie kills itself with its mediocrity. I suppose Uwe Boll has set the bar for the game-to-movie genre ridiculously low, but even by those standards, Max Payne is barely passable. The action scenes don't really work, mostly because you've been waiting far too long for them to arrive. The man that was built up as the "super bad-guy"... well, let's just say it was anti-climactic. Beyond that, don't expect any surprises. Plot-wise, that is. The cast is a whole other story. Nelly Furtado? Really? Thankfully, she's not on screen for very long. Lt. Bravura, in the games a middle-aged, overweight white guy, is played by Ludacris. Not that he did that bad a job of it, but the choice just screams "oh right, we need at least one black guy on the good guys' team." I went in there expecting a properly cheesy film-noir voice-over and everything that comes with it, as the games had. Instead, the makers decided to take themselves and the film too seriously and, in doing so, shot themselves in the foot.… Expand

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SergeryW.Oct 18, 2008

Read most of the reviews before seeing this and I don't understand why everyone is so bent out of shape on this film. Obviously people that will love this film played the game(s). But I think others will like it just as much if you Read most of the reviews before seeing this and I don't understand why everyone is so bent out of shape on this film. Obviously people that will love this film played the game(s). But I think others will like it just as much if you haven't. To what Chris said of Marky Mark's performance...I thought Mark did a very good job. If you want to see Mark performing badly, go see The Happening...this film definitely has him back in the right direction. This is a much grittier Wahlberg, a little like his character in The Departed, but Max Payne is very different character. Throughout this film, the director does a great job showing all sides of max, his depressed side and his vengeful side full of hate that fuels him throughout the film. As far as the video game adaptation goes, it's definitely the best one I've seen. It's faithful to the core storyline, yet is brand new in terms of how things are set up. I was a little iffy on Mila Kunis being picked for her role as Mona Sax, but she fits the role perfectly. One thing the game always lacked in Mona's character is her coldness. The game always displayed her seductiveness and her toughness, but to me it never felt like it could be realistic enough because she wasn't as cold as Max. The scene in the film where she questions Max and has him on his knees, beating him around pretty good, I thought the director did a great job showing that coldness that was common between her and Max. They both give the same looks. My expectations for this movie was high going into it from all the advertising and also my past experience playing both Max Payne 1 and 2. I was afraid it would end up like Hitman did, but it didn't thankfully. This film was as good as the game, if not better in certain elements. The bullet time was not exhausted and was used at the key times. I'm glad Max was actually shot up in shootouts he gets in, shows realism over the whole he never gets shot sort of thing we usually get in action films. The only thing I wish they did more of was show a little more connection between Mona and Max...it felt like you never quite got the story between them or much info on her, but that'll be explained more in the sequel im sure. IMPORTANT: Stay until after the credits to see an important scene that sets things up for a sequel.… Expand

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MichaelS.Oct 17, 2008

This is the worst movie I have ever seen. I loved the max payne video games and the storyline which is destroyed in the movie. I left feeling scammed out of my money.

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ChadSOct 17, 2008

Absolutely terrible movie. If you've played one or even part of the games, you owe it to yourself to avoid this movie as it goes completely against everything in the games. There's no action until the very end of the movie, and Absolutely terrible movie. If you've played one or even part of the games, you owe it to yourself to avoid this movie as it goes completely against everything in the games. There's no action until the very end of the movie, and even the action is unrealistic and dumb. Mark Wahlberg does a terrible job as Max Payne, and nor does the rest of the cast. Overall, there's nothing very good about the movie. Avoid. Period.… Expand

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PaulHOct 17, 2008

God damnit, Fox done it again. They just ruined another great idea for a movie. They keep doing the same thing over and over again with every video game movie. I wish they'd stop. After seeing this, I can say that it has hardly anything God damnit, Fox done it again. They just ruined another great idea for a movie. They keep doing the same thing over and over again with every video game movie. I wish they'd stop. After seeing this, I can say that it has hardly anything to do with the game, and is filled with overused action/love scenes that directors add in when they can't come up with anything. Plus, the acting was awful. And you were hoping the monsters were just in dreams he was having, well, nope, he actually sees them. This is just garbage. I would've loved the actual fan movie, but Fox had to cancel it. I'm thoroughly disappointed with this.… Expand

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