Passengers

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FuturedirectorJan 23, 2017

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. With an entertainning story-telling, cool plot and of course, Chriss Pratt and Jennifer Lawrence's unforgettable chemic, Passengers becomes one of the best films of the year without doubt.… Expand

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BigDegs29Jan 22, 2017

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Did professional reviewers have a vendetta against this movie? I don't get the rating....

Passengers is far from perfect. In fact, it's ripe with plot holes. But I think its major problem for most people is that it tried to blend a male-centric genre (sci-fi) with a female-centric genre (romance) and may not have lived up to either. Frankly, I think it did moderately well. The sci-fi buff in me was intrigued, despite some impossibilities that occur in the movie, and I could hear quite a few ladies in the crowd, including in my group, who were weeping openly at several points.

SPOILERS AFTER THIS POINT:

There are two major plot points that seem to be tripping people up. The first is that Jim woke Aurora up, basically "murdering" her. The opinion seems to be that the movie gives him a pass for this...? I don't see it that way. Despite him spending over a year in complete isolation, the movie lambastes his decision for how deplorable it was. Yes, in the end, Aurora forgives him, but it's not like he was given a free pass! Several professional reviewers have spouted this "free pass" as being sexist, which just blows my mind. It has nothing to do with sexism, and all to do with a guy being alone for over a year and becoming suicidal and desperate. It's REALITY. I think they handled it perfectly. I think any reasonable person would understand they too may have made the same decision, or perhaps blasted themselves out the airlock. The second point DOES NOT get a free pass from me, but it's the sci-fi aficionado in me that prevents it. At one point the artificial gravity "turns off", which leads to a cool cinematic scene, but is still implausible. The artificial gravity is a result of centripetal force in space, so even if the mechanism maintaining 1G, or whatever the gravity was, shut off, that 1G would bleed away over a significant time, not turn off immediately. There's nothing significant that would impede the rotation of the facility to that degree. Regardless, it's entirely unfair to rate the movie based on one plot hole.

While I'm not sure the chemistry between Pratt and Lawrence was great, it was certainly passable. I also found the movie quite comedic. Rarely does a movie cause me to laugh out loud, but there were quite a few moments here that I did.

I think Passengers is a GOOD movie, that could have benefited from better writing and direction.

That said, anyone who loves sci-fi should go see this. Any romance lovers who can stand sci-fi should also go see it. I think they tried to make this the next big romance movie, and while the foundation is there for that, they don't quite really achieve their aim. Still, go see it.… Expand

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AndrewLambertJan 22, 2017

Even the efforts of two of the most popular movie stars on the planet, Chris Pratt and Jenifer Lawrence, can't save Passengers' fatally flawed premise and bizarre execution, as it clumsily attempts a calamitous blend of romance, comedy, andEven the efforts of two of the most popular movie stars on the planet, Chris Pratt and Jenifer Lawrence, can't save Passengers' fatally flawed premise and bizarre execution, as it clumsily attempts a calamitous blend of romance, comedy, and sci-fi drama that can't distract from the totally illogical script.… Expand

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blubbergutsJan 21, 2017

I haven't enjoyed a scifi movie this much since Moon. Great acting, nice music,nice visuals. It definitely affected me. If you're going in to this expecting to see tech wars or giant robot mechs fighting you're going to be disappointed. ButI haven't enjoyed a scifi movie this much since Moon. Great acting, nice music,nice visuals. It definitely affected me. If you're going in to this expecting to see tech wars or giant robot mechs fighting you're going to be disappointed. But if you go in without any expectations....you're going to be pleasantly surprised. This movie does NOT deserve the rating it has it's at least an eight or nine. Give it a try and you may find it moving.… Expand

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MasterRileyJan 18, 2017

Passengers is a good movie with good performances and an interesting plot that will keep you entertained throughout. Hollywood stars Chris Pratt and Jennifer Lawrence have good chemistry and make their characters enjoyable to watch (sincePassengers is a good movie with good performances and an interesting plot that will keep you entertained throughout. Hollywood stars Chris Pratt and Jennifer Lawrence have good chemistry and make their characters enjoyable to watch (since they are mainly the only two characters). Where the movie falls short is in its writing. Some of the dialogue didn't work right, some parts of the movie are all too predictable, and some of the character actions/motivations left me questioning them, because they didn't make any sense. But if you are able to overlook these flaws you can still enjoy watching the movie for the good elements it has as well.… Expand

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kirkshafonskyJan 18, 2017

Great Movie from start to finish. It had enough suspense to keep you interested from the beginning! The acting was perfect, and Jennifer Lawrence is so beautiful that it makes the movie even better.

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jajames87Jan 15, 2017

I did honestly enjoy this movie but it did seem to be a bit slow getting going and felt like they crammed all the action into the last 30mins. Some interesting ideas are raised but not truly explored and some of the characters didn't get aI did honestly enjoy this movie but it did seem to be a bit slow getting going and felt like they crammed all the action into the last 30mins. Some interesting ideas are raised but not truly explored and some of the characters didn't get a lot of build up or background, just kind of came and went.… Expand

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LSUcajunJan 14, 2017

I like the movie, I guess I went into it knowing what I was getting. I don't need a "deeper meaning" and didn't find that "premise quickly collapses". I was entertained by the story, effects, and ending.

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GreatGatsbyJan 14, 2017

Passengers is a original, star-driven film that only comes once a blue moon. The film is exciting and very romantic (maybe more that what I would have liked, but I can't really judge that). The supposed 'twist' that made critics so unhappy,Passengers is a original, star-driven film that only comes once a blue moon. The film is exciting and very romantic (maybe more that what I would have liked, but I can't really judge that). The supposed 'twist' that made critics so unhappy, was, in my opinion, handled well and was wonderfully acted out by Chris Pratt. Overall, the movie was very well-acted by all parties, especially Michael Sheen as the kind, but prhaps to logical, robot bartender, and was visually very enticing,. The only negative I could find was the amount of dialogue driven scenes that felt like went on too longer, or just had nothing interesting to say. The ending, while technically beautiful, lacked the impact it was going for, but I feel in the minority with that statement. The film overall was a great watch and I would defently recommend it.… Expand

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Nobilis1984Jan 14, 2017

20 minutes of good entertainment and the rest is for the ton
Why? The Scifi scenario is well chosen but after passenger 2 is awakened one can forget the film.
Then comes only an artificially drawn-out story with boring loves of the slow20 minutes of good entertainment and the rest is for the ton
Why? The Scifi scenario is well chosen but after passenger 2 is awakened one can forget the film.
Then comes only an artificially drawn-out story with boring loves of the slow approach, etc.
This is roughly comparable to "Sunshine". Up to a certain moment a first-class filmmaker experience. Suddenly the film changes and is broken.… Expand

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inopinatusJan 13, 2017

Super disappointing. Wasted potential.

The first act of this film is studied and well-considered, the setup for an excellent piece of psychological drama. They then throw that foundation away for the second act and replace it withSuper disappointing. Wasted potential.

The first act of this film is studied and well-considered, the setup for an excellent piece of psychological drama.

They then throw that foundation away for the second act and replace it with ridiculous and unimaginative romance-despite-everything spaceship disaster nonsense riddled with plot holes, cinematic cliches, and preposterous situations.

It really feels like the film had two writers, the first a thoughtful student of human behaviour, the latter a hollywood idiot.… Expand

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friday_Jan 13, 2017

I had low expectations but was very surprised. With humor, great Jennifer Lawrence and Chris Pratt and nice film sets the movie was very entertaining.

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MattBrady99Jan 12, 2017

"Passengers" has an interesting story, solid cast, and raises it's questions, but was poorly exacted on screen. A story like this it could've been anything. A horror, mystery, romance or just a movie with Pratt by himself. Well technically"Passengers" has an interesting story, solid cast, and raises it's questions, but was poorly exacted on screen. A story like this it could've been anything. A horror, mystery, romance or just a movie with Pratt by himself. Well technically all four are combined together. A premise this good, it tries to be everything at once, because it doesn't want to miss a opportunity of being something else. When you find out the actual story that the trailers once again lies about, it's pretty creepy and makes Pratt's character selfish.

But with that said, I actually enjoyed the movie and didn't hate it like everyone else. Which is surprising.

I liked the first 30 minutes of film that really got the feeling of fear and anxiety spot on. Even Chris Pratt was pretty damn in the first act, when he realizes he's the only person to wake up due to a malfunction with his pod. I actually brought into Pratt performance, as it did convince me he's scared for his life. Jennifer Lawrence is good in this, but sometimes overreacts in a few scenes that wasn't needed. Pratt and Lawrence had chemistry, but despite the lackluster script that doesn't fix or get around Pratt's character actions that are unforgiving. Or the third act.

The movie is filled with flaws, but at least I found some enjoyment with it (somehow). I mean, it wasn't really bored with it, so there's that.… Expand

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thebombJan 11, 2017

Passengers started off promising, well paced with a potentially good concept. Chris Pratt and Jennifer Lawrence performed expectedly like we're used to them - with Pratt having his typical lost yet determined attitude and Lawrence the oddPassengers started off promising, well paced with a potentially good concept. Chris Pratt and Jennifer Lawrence performed expectedly like we're used to them - with Pratt having his typical lost yet determined attitude and Lawrence the odd emotional breakdown every now and then (insert scream here). CGI is state of the art, the scenery should've been expanded better. Though impressive, most of the locations within the futuristic spaceship seemed repetitive within Passengers two hour run-time. The movie is easy prey for critics like YouTube's "CinemaSins", who are searching for plot holes. They won't have to look far. For if people are truly as stupid and naive as it suggests in the film, we would have gone extinct long ago. What Morten Thylum failed to deliver in terms of logic, he unfortunately doesn't make up with the ending, which is rushed, uninspired and insultingly disappointing. Despite it's potential and great CGI, Passengers will end up in the same drawer (which I would not recommend for you to let that far) Films like "The Island" (2005) and The Matrix 2 & 3 - a failed attempt in creating a realistic, thrilling futuristic experience.… Expand

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krikaoliJan 10, 2017

The movie was very nicely adapted to the screens. The story is nice, the effects, actors... It surpassed my expectations. This is must see for sci-fi fans.

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Tss5078Jan 10, 2017

...and the award for the most disappointing film of 2016 goes to Passengers! I can't tell you how long I waited for this movie to come out, it was at the top of my must see list for months, and I was more excited to see this than almost any...and the award for the most disappointing film of 2016 goes to Passengers! I can't tell you how long I waited for this movie to come out, it was at the top of my must see list for months, and I was more excited to see this than almost any other film this year. For those unfamiliar with the story, five thousand passengers are in suspended animation for one hundred and twenty years, as they prepare to start a new life on a brand new planet. Thirty years into the journey, there is a malfunction and two of the sleeping pods open, awakening two of the passengers ninety years early. Everything I read and saw made this look like THE film to see this year, but the truth is it was beyond boring. This malfunction that awoke them, was part of a cascade failure, meaning small failure got worse over time, years in fact, and nothing serious actually happens until the last twenty minutes of the film. Until then, it's a lot of talking, romance, sadness about how they'll waste their lives alone on this ship for nothing. This had to be why the studio paid two of the best young actors in Hollywood a ton of money to be in this thing, because they knew no matter how boring the story or bad the reviews got, people would still go to see Chris Pratt and Jennifer Lawrence. Congratulations Columbia Pictures, it worked, you made your money on this one and yes the special effect were cool, but how many people were actually entertained by this film? I for one was not, this film come in at just under two hours long and I felt like I was sitting in the theater for a week, that right there says it all.… Expand

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Bigchris27Jan 10, 2017

I went to see this movie expecting a action packed thriller well I didn't get that but however what I did get was a good time and a good movie ingeneral I liked Mr prat and Jennifer Lawrence was a beautiful shining star like always gotta loveI went to see this movie expecting a action packed thriller well I didn't get that but however what I did get was a good time and a good movie ingeneral I liked Mr prat and Jennifer Lawrence was a beautiful shining star like always gotta love that smile the romance and suspence was good however like i Sayed light on action but it was a good movie and that's all that really matters i say go see it… Expand

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thedaywalkerJan 9, 2017

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The whole plot feels a bit flat, i mean, a company of millions of billions of dollars build a ship that will travel for 120 years and don't build a fail safe for the hibernation pods? that's just sloppy and 5000 people fell for it, Chris Pratt's character needed more development, he woke Jennifer Lawrence's character because he fell in love with her interviews and books? Come on! He had no family or friends? Laurence Fishburne's "cameo" was more forced than moving... with that being said, the 3rd act was intense and i loved it and Jennifer Lawrence had a great performance… Expand

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PhattbassJan 9, 2017

Ignore the nay-sayers, it is truly great and do not miss out on the beautiful 3D. Tense, full of emotion and wtf-moments. Some maybe would say it is slow, but it is never boring, the pace is a delight.

It is beautiful to watch, the sound isIgnore the nay-sayers, it is truly great and do not miss out on the beautiful 3D. Tense, full of emotion and wtf-moments. Some maybe would say it is slow, but it is never boring, the pace is a delight.

It is beautiful to watch, the sound is great and the actors are the best you could ask for.

Go ahead and see this! :)… Expand

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JeremovieJan 8, 2017

I can't believe how much I liked this film. Visually and philosophically riffing on The Shining's sense of isolation and its effects on the mind, it also offers us romance-in-adverse-conditions a la Titanic. If its hokey , then that's okay.I can't believe how much I liked this film. Visually and philosophically riffing on The Shining's sense of isolation and its effects on the mind, it also offers us romance-in-adverse-conditions a la Titanic. If its hokey , then that's okay. In troubled times let the silver screen be a twilight zone and not a black mirror!… Expand

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lucbevibrasilJan 7, 2017

As much as the premise of the film is very interesting and useful, the film is lost in a script without rhythm and without tone, that abuses of inexplicable things for its development. Highlight for the technical part of the film and for theAs much as the premise of the film is very interesting and useful, the film is lost in a script without rhythm and without tone, that abuses of inexplicable things for its development. Highlight for the technical part of the film and for the amazing chemistry of Pratt and Lawrence, she, in an amazing performance.… Expand

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MetempsychosisJan 7, 2017

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Stockholm Syndrome! IN SPAAACE!

I wanted to love this movie. I loved the visuals, I loved the 'technology' in the Avalon with the overused holograms. I would even have bought the ending if Aurora had given her 'friend' the finger and went back to sleep. I bought every single piece of information in the setting that says we, in the future, can:

- Create a starship capable of navigating at 50% the speed of light between stars, including a shield system;
- Create artificial intelligence capable of diagnosing organic malfunctions and effectively treat them;
- Create artificial intelligence capable of sustaining a conversation and serving drinks;
- Put 5250 people in suspended animation for decades;
- Create the fusion reactor that powers the Avalon, completely unsupervised, supposedly reliably for 120 years;

What I could not buy is this idea that, in this scenario, we couldn't create a computer system capable of WAKING THE GODDAMNED CREW OF THE STARSHIP when things went wrong so that they could fix the actual problem before it became catastrophic, especially while the ship had some self-repairing capabilities. Especially when the ship is stocked with spare parts for repairs. Speaking of spares, why is it that it had only one autodoc? Convenient, wasn't it? That a starship 120 years away from home has only one of those even though it had a crew compliment of 250 and 5000 passengers.

When I first heard of the movie, the trailer had me think that the ship had woken up Pratt and Lawrence intentionally and that sounded interesting. That they were alone and that there wasn't anyone with actual understanding of how the ship works. Specially considering that Pratt's character is a MECHANICAL ENGINEER. That would've made the whole thing somewhat intelligent. What we got was dumb random chance. Also, someone explain to me why the hell could the autodoc bring Pratt back from the dead but couldn't save Fishburne? That is the end of the problems with the sci-fi part of the film. Even considering how the radiation from the fusion reactor would've sent Aurora's DNA to kingdom come...

Now, there is the problem with the romance part of the film. This could've been a suspense thriller with Aurora trying to keep alive in a metal sarcophagus, dodging an insane man. Or perhaps, a simple sci-fi, space survival movie, even with a stupid brainless romance. Anything without this slow, uninspired 'romance'. At worse, they could have stopped Pratt's character from waking her, clearly showing his intention and despair, yet seconds from actually doing it, only to have one of these convenient failures wake her despite of him. This would've fixed the whole problem with their 'romance'. And... Aurora?? Really? The Sleeping Beauty? People out of touch with reality shouldn't write romances and dumb people shouldn't write science fiction. When they meet and make a movie, movies like Passengers are created, where they don't have the cheese and smart of actual sci-fi, the kind heartwarming of a decent romance or the grit of the Grimm Brothers.… Expand

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jimeeJan 7, 2017

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Can you imagine the movie being about two hot looking guy/girl wakes up by 'random' and falling in love and save the ship from disaster? think that would be a much more boring plot.
This is not a movie that portrays a perfect guy meets perfect girl and they perfectly save the world. If that's the type of movie you like, this is not the movie for you

both Pratt and Lawrence gave a great performance of their roles. the plot explores human nature, loneliness, desperation, internal struggles, betrayal, shock, horror.
Not saying what Pratt's character did was right, it was definitely wrong, but if you put yourself in his shoes, are you gonna go kill yourself instead?

I think what makes this movie one of the best sci-fi ive seen, is how real and logical it is. from the character's response to the plot. plot is not ridiculous or total fantasy. special effects is spectacular, space ship they were in was really cool.… Expand

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christelclearJan 6, 2017

Mild Spoiler. Having watched the movie now I'm baffled by some of the negative reaction to the plot. I didn't see anything that condoned rape culture in this movie, just desperate people doing desperate things, and forgiveness, just like inMild Spoiler. Having watched the movie now I'm baffled by some of the negative reaction to the plot. I didn't see anything that condoned rape culture in this movie, just desperate people doing desperate things, and forgiveness, just like in the real world. I do understand some of the criticism of the ending, it seems rushed, and the transition to forgiveness that Aurora goes through isn't very clear. It sort of just happens, and I believe that left people feeling that enough hadn't been done to show how she could forgive him which lead to some of the reaction. That said, I thought overall the movie was good, with the aforementioned problem with the ending. Pratt and Lawrence were terrific together, and I'd love to see them in a comedy in the future.… Expand

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GlenJan 5, 2017

A Titanic in space (with a little bit of "Castaway"), visually beautiful and breathtaking. Jennifer Lawrence again shows her strength as the best contemporary young actress, and Chris Pratt matches her stride for stride.

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PipeCJan 4, 2017

"Passengers" Is Diminished By Misguided Attempts of Jon Spaihts

Worthy of the third place among the best unproduced scripts in Hollywood (Black List); nine years ago (2007), "Passengers" sign was just a basic preliminary version predisposing"Passengers" Is Diminished By Misguided Attempts of Jon Spaihts

Worthy of the third place among the best unproduced scripts in Hollywood (Black List); nine years ago (2007), "Passengers" sign was just a basic preliminary version predisposing to find a studio to financing its making with $35 million initial cost and possibly starring multi-nominated Keanu Reeves and Emily Blunt. Eventually, Sony Pictures got IP rights and fortunately signed Morten Tyldum up in the direction to materialize it with $110 million extraordinary production budget with fabulous signing of Chris Pratt and Jennifer Lawrence as leaders of the ambitious project. Today, they present us an already assembled film, aesthetically superb, with unimaginable argumentative potentials and a harmonious chemistry between its main leads, however, its biggest point break is specifically in the screenplay, which diverges tirelessly from that original version established it among the best unrealized projects.

In the adjacent future, mankind is able to emigrate from over-populated and ruined Earth for leaving and seek for habitable spaces abroad. The starship Avalon is transporting 5,000 passengers and over 200 crew members in a cryogenic sleep for a journey that takes 120 years in order to arrive in Homestead II, the new planet Earth. Although everything seems to indicate that the cyclopean experiment will be satisfactory, the spaceship collides hardly against a meteorite, which stirs up the breakdown of one sleep chamber, Jim Paterson's, our protagonist. Each person in the ship has a unique and substantial occupation around the population of the new colony: doctors, microbiologists, nurses, machinists, law specialists, etc. Jim is a young mechanical engineer, who quickly becomes aware that he has awakened 90 years early the official advent, contemplating ethical and moral dilemmas as intrinsic as outer space where the story runs. After one year of being in a techno-transitory paradise, he finally concludes to awaken to one traveler and keeping in mind that it would practically be to immolate her, male protagonist's elections are deeply objectionable. she's named Aurora (Jennifer Lawrence), a writer from New York who aims to write a book about her personal experience in the new world and return to the planet Earth with the most amazing story. Nevertheless, failure accumulation of the huge ship and different narrative confidences push them to the edge of space, literally.

The cinematography by Rodrigo Prieto is incredibly absorbent, it's imposing accompanied by dazzling production design, where prevails snowy and dreary tones which divinely adapt to prelude in order to connect with main character's isolation.

The film's cardinal mission is spectators must put oneself in Jim's shoes, it suggests them convoluted dilemmas of the character and deleterious corollaries drive by the silence demon. Chris Patt's charisma in the first few minutes as survivor into a technological spaceship is enough to keep it afloat, he wanders naked with a—superfluously—long beard, formulating himself moral matters such as suicide, a death foretold and unbearable solitude. Although many people didn't realize, The decision of Jim must be worthy of debate and more worthy must be its subsequent actions. In the middle of the film, when love starts to flow between lovers, Stockholm syndrome is patent and the protagonist can be stealthily described as a harasser. However, this scene is covered with Tyldum's direction, who focused on other banalities.With the arrival of Aurora, the fascinating concepts raised in the first hour of the sci-fi movie take their place at the end of the list, since it opts for conceiving a bland affair, a romance as sporadic as tedious. Go from there, the movie breaks down and loses the land he was harvested beside "Gravity", "Interstellar" or the more recent "Arrival". Although it works excellently as a romantic film, it is the third act which affects decisively its prestige. Its unsatisfactory ending wasn't the most pertinent for concluding this futuristic story.

Frustrating, a missed opportunity. For those who attend to a movie theater without having depths and inconsistencies in mind, "Passengers" is the favorite candy for mass audiences. For us who inherently love films and we're as severe as objectives, "Passengers" is an irregular movie, but essentially spoiled. This one is a true sign that the nature of the seventh art is to narrate a story, a tightly structured story, not mere visual beauty. With a first part which puts in manifest our deepest human questions; the exciting and controversial issues are imperceptibly mitigated into a surplus drama-romance and a typical Hollywood final sequence, which could be circumstantially sublime hugging the original one. It makes us think that it's another corporate product, but inside us, we know that Sony dropped a film which be aiming for the top between its hands.… Expand

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fergman3002000Jan 4, 2017

Great movie...funny, sad...epic look at humanity. Let hope the future is a bright at this portrays it to be. Must see...dont believe the low rankings.

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PeterAlexanderJan 3, 2017

The first two thirds of Passenger's is powerful, unfortunately the final third is average. Many opportunities are wasted to develop two very strong characters, and some things are added unnecessarily.

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AxeTJan 3, 2017

I wanted to see this over Christmas, but family I was visiting vetoed it because of the less than stellar reviews. The critic herd went the other way from their all too often mass over-praise and general easy going across the board and seemsI wanted to see this over Christmas, but family I was visiting vetoed it because of the less than stellar reviews. The critic herd went the other way from their all too often mass over-praise and general easy going across the board and seems to have under-rated here. A shame since it looked to be a "Gravity" like (9 rating) big popcorn entertainment, so desperately missing in general at the box office this holiday season. This actually is very much a "Gravity" type adventure but much more sci-if in scale and future imaginings. Yet it has about as unique a story concept as it gets with these things in today's Hollywood. It is pretty smart science fiction that wisely sets up a plot development that gives the romance some real pathos. I buy the love story in this more than that in "Allied". Where it goes wrong is all but a given these days: it turns too formula in the end. Well, it sure could have been worse, way worse.

I'm a fan of Thomas Newman's music, which most of the time adds an emotional weight to the proceedings whatever they are in all the so many films he's scored. This time is no exception. The photography is subtly rich and conventionally shot making it infinitely more watchable than such handheld junk as "Jason Bourne" or "Patriots Day". The leads are fine. They are stars and pull you along as stars must do. The pace is slow, but that is not always a bad thing as "2001" demonstrates to the point of masterpiece genius ultimate classic. This is not a great movie that requires multiple viewings for its total effect though. Think of it as "2001 Very Lite" or "3016: A Millennial Romantic Odyssey".… Expand

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Salt1234Jan 3, 2017

I was surprised at how good this movie was. It was well written. Chris Pratt was perfect. Jennifer Lawrence (not a big fan) did a fantastic job. Thought provoking. I will see it again.

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jetfire593Jan 2, 2017

An amazing movie all around that keeps you wanting more of the story, at no point in the film will you be bored and its originality and uniqueness surely pleases.

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dspratlinJan 2, 2017

What’s it about?

When a spaceship malfunctions, two passengers on a 120-year voyage to a new home planet wake up from their sleep state ninety years too early. What did I think? Take a Sci-fi flick, throw in some romance, a few major (andWhat’s it about?

When a spaceship malfunctions, two passengers on a 120-year voyage to a new home planet wake up from their sleep state ninety years too early.

What did I think?

Take a Sci-fi flick, throw in some romance, a few major (and kind of messed up) ethical dilemmas, and a healthy dose of tension and you have a movie that will almost certainly promote robust discussion of that “what would you do?” variety after the credits roll. In what seems to be a trend in movies these days, the trailer for Passengers is a little misleading. Without spoiling things, the premise of this movie is a LOT darker than we are led to believe.… Expand

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Jess_HillJan 2, 2017

So I've discovered something new - that my jaw hurts if I spend much of a film with my teeth clenched, who'd have known! There is much to admire here, the cinematography is wonderful, the concept design is excellent and the performances areSo I've discovered something new - that my jaw hurts if I spend much of a film with my teeth clenched, who'd have known! There is much to admire here, the cinematography is wonderful, the concept design is excellent and the performances are polished and engaging. The pacing is not as fast as it should be, though that's probably to try to build tension. There are a number of charming moments; Lawrence and Pratt are excellently matched, but then we come to the storyline, and it is here where there is much to despise. There are a number of pivotal moments which, had they gone another way, arguably any other way, this could have been redeemed. It didn't so it isn't, and that is maddening and disappointing in equal measure. To avoid spoilers I'll simply leave it with this: No. 4.03/10… Expand

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WanderWillJan 2, 2017

The Passenger is absolutely the best movie I've seen so far for these few years. I just can't understand why it has such a low rating. Before watching this movie, I always had a thought that a movie with only few casts would be boring, andThe Passenger is absolutely the best movie I've seen so far for these few years. I just can't understand why it has such a low rating. Before watching this movie, I always had a thought that a movie with only few casts would be boring, and now, I realise I was wrong. There was never a second I feel any boring, instead, i enjoyed the full movie, immersed in the romantic yet thrilling story.… Expand

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SpangleJan 1, 2017

"It is as if The Notebook and Interstellar had sex and had a baby." - My cousin

I am going to write a review, but this quote really sums up everything about this film. From the creepy and morally unethical meeting (waking up Aurora vs"It is as if The Notebook and Interstellar had sex and had a baby." - My cousin

I am going to write a review, but this quote really sums up everything about this film. From the creepy and morally unethical meeting (waking up Aurora vs threatening to kill yourself in The Notebook) to the premise, time spent away from family traveling, and the gratuitous shots of the ship in space (Interstellar), Passengers is a sick concoction of the two. As neither of those films are great (Interstellar being good and The Notebook above average), it should be obvious that Passengers would wind up being disappointingly below average. Though its leads try their best, the inherently creepy nature of their romance, cliches, awful second half, and director Morten Tyldum's obsession with the Jennifer Lawrence and Chris Pratt's asses and sex appeal derail Passengers.

The premise has been much discussed at this point, but it is certainly an engaging one. After a collision with a meteor, a spaceship traveling for 120 years to a new planet with 5,000 people aboard begins to malfunction, Jim Preston (Chris Pratt) wakes up 90 years too early. Left on his own, he finds ways to pass the time, such as speaking to the android bartender (Michael Sheen). During this portion of the film, it is certainly slow, but is entirely compelling. The audience feels Jim's isolation, desperation, and loneliness. He is just a normal guy who wanted a fresh start, but is instead dealt the worst hand possible and is left all alone on this ship. However, Passengers quickly nosedives. Though Jim knows it is morally wrong to wake up Aurora Lane (Jennifer Lawrence), a woman he noticed and began to stalk and obsess over, he opts to wake her up anyways. Passengers then goes on to half-heartedly scold him, try and have us root for him, and seemingly draw a parallel between that action and a later one by Aurora. Spoiler, she wakes up him later on in the film. It is clear the film is about the lengths we go to in order to not be lonely, but that the end justifies the means. Fortunately, it seems that Tyldum was onto this one and knew audiences would reject this moral. Though powerless to change the story, he opted to just have Pratt rip off his shirt and Lawrence get naked (even though she does not have to strip to get into that suit, just hike up your skirt you idiot). If the plot is creepy, Tyldum gives the film a few extra sprinkles of sexy and shots of asses in order to try and distract less discerning audiences. For those still unable to forget the "moral dilemma" faced by Jim and his actions, the proceeding hour and a half or so will just get progressively creepier and, as one critic pointed out, begin to resemble Stockholm Syndrome.

However, it would be misleading to claim that the creepy nature of the romance is Passengers' only flaw. It is also incredibly cliche. With the romance being incredibly trite, the aforementioned "sexiness" is used to try and spice up the film. Instead, it only further distracts from the plot and adds nothing to the film. The romance in this film feels as though the studio loved the setting and the original premise of the film, but opted to make it more commercially viable. Thus, they cast two attractive leads and decided the innovation of the film would be to have them have sex in space. While I admit seeing so much sex in space was a first for me, the romance itself is hardly new. Most romance films have a creepy beginning, secrets, and the cringeworthy "you die, I die" line. The film's cliches know no bounds as well with the two leads physically incapable of dying. Unfortunately, convenient plot devices such as Chief Gus Mancuso (Laurence Fishburne), are not as immortal. Woken up two years after Jim due to the ship malfunctioning, Gus Mancuso may be the funnest character, but is the most cliche. The definition of a convenient occurrence, Mancuso exists only to explain the situation to the main characters, wag his finger judgmentally at Pratt, and then die. In his short time alive, Mancuso is able to give the characters access to the entire ship, which enables them to fix the ship. This invariably leads up to the over-the-top ending in which Jim Preston survives a situation nobody could reasonably expect to survive. Here, Passengers plays into the stereotypical "Hollywood ending" and even has the gaul to skip 88 years into the future and ignore the fact the characters' corpses are still on the ship. After having a thoroughly compelling premise and great opening with Jim wandering the ship, Passengers' second half is nothing but a creepy and cliched romance, cliched scenes of peril, and a simplistic and rosy ending ill-fitting of a film of this ilk. That said, Passengers is not all bad. Though the writing is lackluster and plain, the special effects and visuals are anything but. With a gorgeous ship that Tyldum loves taking advantage of, the camera slides around this ship with ease and captures every gorgeous inch.… Expand

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MelancholicAlcJan 1, 2017

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is not a bad movie, but it does have some weird stuff in it, especially from the movie non-logic side:
SPOILERS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Although it does a lot to cover the plot holes, there's a gaping plothole at the end:
If they were capable of accessing the crew, then why:
1. Didn't they wake up the crew when Gus woke up so they could all go back to the pods?
2. Didn't they wake up the crew when Jim was rescued so they could all go back to the pods?
I get that this is about the romance etc. but they shouldve added a good explanation of why they didn't save themselves via waking up the crew...

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spaldjaaexJan 1, 2017

An awesome movie for a very specific audience. Not for teenagers looking for a Star Wars type movie. Take 50% Titannic, 38% Cast Away, and 7% Hunger Games. Mix it all together and throw it into space and you've got Passengers. If youAn awesome movie for a very specific audience. Not for teenagers looking for a Star Wars type movie. Take 50% Titannic, 38% Cast Away, and 7% Hunger Games. Mix it all together and throw it into space and you've got Passengers. If you liked those movies you will like this. Excellent acting, superb sets and scenery, and a decent adventure/romance movie. Good script that moved the film along at a fast pace. The CGI was so seamlessly integrated into the film that I was on my way home before I even realized It had been there (unlike Star Wars and most of the other action/adventure films). Unfortunately, my theater did not have it in 3D as it must have been totally breathtaking in that.
And, in spite of many of the critics' complaints, the reactions and actions of both Jim & Aurora are completely normal and realistic under the circumstances.
I would love to go back and see it again.… Expand

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SammyghhgJan 1, 2017

This is one of the better Sci-Fi film ever made. Although it is a character driven space drama, and a romance film in moments, the main theme of this film is about the moral dilemmas of a modern Robinson Crusoe, alone because of an accidentThis is one of the better Sci-Fi film ever made. Although it is a character driven space drama, and a romance film in moments, the main theme of this film is about the moral dilemmas of a modern Robinson Crusoe, alone because of an accident and trapped in an ethical dilemma. To stay alone, or to awaken a companion from amongst the other 5000 passengers - all trapped in stasis for the next 90 years.

I truly can't understand how the reviewers were so negative with this film. They do moviegoers a massive disservice by proclaiming in loud and stupid voices that it's unenjoyable, boring or flawed.

Chemistry between the actors was great, with the relationship playing out with a conscious awareness of their eventual fate and the fear that goes along with it.

For me, I found it exciting, fun and well developed. The characters behave in sync with their narrative, evoking emotion from a number of well constructed and developed situations which crop up to disturb the slow pacing.

The writing was exceptional. Of all the pinches in film narrative, this has one of the best, as Martin Sheen delivers one line to throw the course of the protagonists story into a chaotic turmoil. Excellent.

The science is mostly there, and there is little deviation (excepting some interesting gravitics) from what could happen given believable advancements in engineering and innovation. There was a slight disconnect as a thermal vent was opened, but this was mitigated somewhat by the emotion of the moment.

All in all, I can't see what people are complaining about. Far better developed than Force Awakens, more character driven than Interstellar, and less idiotic than Gravity.

One of the best movies of the year.

I think the critics were after another story where they get to see mass devastation, demagoguery or a clear cut line between good and evil. This kind of juvenile journalism is the reason why critic reviews are falling out of favor in the more mainstream circles. People simply can't trust these people to deliver honest or heartfelt reviews anymore. They have become corporate shills who jump a bandwagon and team up to attack due to internal group dynamics.

Today Critical reviews are largely inverse to my enjoyment of a film. I continue to be pleased when they review a blockbuster release poorly.… Expand

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MustisTheCatDec 31, 2016

I liked the movie. Can`t really say I disliked anything in it, though I also can`t say I`ll remember anything in particular. I must say I expected much better special effects but wasn`t dissapointed by the whole package. A cool movie to seeI liked the movie. Can`t really say I disliked anything in it, though I also can`t say I`ll remember anything in particular. I must say I expected much better special effects but wasn`t dissapointed by the whole package. A cool movie to see in cinema with your gf or friends. I`m not sure that everybody will like the ending though.

Sure, the premise is interesting. The spaceship is the 2nd star of the film. Pretty nice interiors, pretty original design, cool facilities. So a guy wakes up early and doesn`t know why and he must find out why.

Acting is strong. The chemistry is definitely there. All four actors play I`d say the maximum out of their given characters, enough to be both likable and believable. Dialogues are ok, never boring, always to the point and sometimes funny.

The plot is VERY simple although I can`t think up a reason why I`d want it to be complicated at all. It is a mini love story in space with some elements of action. I guess I liked it to an extent I didn`t feel my money wasted. But yeah, it is not a blockbuster, just a fine flick to see if you feel going to the movies.… Expand

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stellarnomadDec 30, 2016

In brief, Passengers is an interesting central premise wrapped in slick science-fiction production and a moral quandary overshadowing the two primary characters. This is not a gritty take on the potential for human colonization because thatIn brief, Passengers is an interesting central premise wrapped in slick science-fiction production and a moral quandary overshadowing the two primary characters. This is not a gritty take on the potential for human colonization because that isn't the focus, just the catalyst for two people facing death on board a luxury transport vessel, before reaching their intended destination. If you like realism in your films then you need not apply; if you're hoping for a deep dive into the morality of condemning another to death out of desperate loneliness, then this is not for you either. The film balances it's leads against the escalating threat, and never really commits to either.

Chris Pratt is beginning to show as a relatively one note actor, leaving Jennifer Lawrence, as usual, to do most of the heavy lifting--she makes a noticeable impact on the film once she shows up. Both work well enough together as Chris settles into familiar likeability territory and Jennifer shows why she earned her $20 million, eventually wrapping up in a predictable but satisfying ending that's sure to please most.

Much has been made of Chris waking Jennifer for his own needs, and it is reactionary and unfounded. Enough screen time is devoted to showing the agonising decision prior, during and after the fallout for this not to be pounced upon in today's delicate climate--their are more important battles to be fought than in this above average and entertaining film.… Expand

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Rebecca31Dec 30, 2016

Thousands of passengers are on a 120 year journey to colonise a new planet but Chris Pratt and Jennifer Lawrence wake up from their transportation pods 90 years too early and cue the dramatic music cause honestly the soundtrack is about theThousands of passengers are on a 120 year journey to colonise a new planet but Chris Pratt and Jennifer Lawrence wake up from their transportation pods 90 years too early and cue the dramatic music cause honestly the soundtrack is about the best thing in this movie. Hidden within this boring mess was an interesting story that unfortunately never gripped me or made me feel anything for the characters. Chris and Jen have very little chemistry together and their whole relationship seemed forced and fake.
All this movie achieved was it constantly reminded me of other space related movies that I actually enjoyed. So well done Passengers. If you’re looking for a film to put you right to sleep well is this the movie for you, sweet dreams.… Expand

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cheri6268Dec 30, 2016

Ignore the critics' reviews. This is a good movie. It's thought-provoking as well as entertaining. Even my husband (who is not a sci-fi fan) enjoyed the movie. Pratt and Lawrence have incredible chemistry, and they really sell this story.Ignore the critics' reviews. This is a good movie. It's thought-provoking as well as entertaining. Even my husband (who is not a sci-fi fan) enjoyed the movie. Pratt and Lawrence have incredible chemistry, and they really sell this story. I was impressed with the set design, the unique storyline, and the strong acting. The story touched my heart and gave me lots to think about after the movie was over.… Expand

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PapiGigiDec 29, 2016

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Passengers is a thoughtful movie about a future where man is sending out giant passenger vessels to colonize new worlds. The action is enthralling but not fast paced - so it may too slow for some people. The plot seems plausible, however, and the characters believable. The ending is subject to interpretation and I personally think it's a "reboot" of Adam and Eve, and the garden Eden.… Expand

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laxdrew2Dec 29, 2016

Passengers is not a science fiction thriller, but a love story that comes close to a tragedy. It explores the concept of the need for companionship, and was interesting to watch.

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gameplayer85Dec 28, 2016

Boring! Think your walking into a sci-fi action adventure. Turns out your watching some boring space love story that seems to last for 90 years!Pat and Lawrence do have chemistry so i can see why they were cast, but they definitely don't haveBoring! Think your walking into a sci-fi action adventure. Turns out your watching some boring space love story that seems to last for 90 years!Pat and Lawrence do have chemistry so i can see why they were cast, but they definitely don't have sexual chemistry! Lawernce puts on a solid performance for what she was given to work with. Movie only shows how much Pratt can't act and his goofeyness seeps into his performance. All in all a waste of 2hrs of your life.… Expand

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itmoDec 28, 2016

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A Sci-Fi film that forgot the Sci-Fi. This film is very, very slow, and doesn't ever get to a climax that equates to the amount of build up the film forces the audience to endure. It felt a lot like the German/Austrian Sci-Fi "Cargo", which was 100 times better. There are times in the film, were it could have veered off the cliche course of every other typical film, and made something interesting and memorable. But, alas, it fails to take a chance and employs the same boring plot that has been done too many times before.

The story in a nutshell - Man wakes up, is lonely, wakes up girl, girl gets angry, ship has a failure, somehow the dude fixes the ship, dies trying, girl brings dude back to life just in time to to make for a boring cliche plot and all is forgiven, happily ever after.… Expand

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DigitalCaffeineDec 28, 2016

I don't understand most of the problems that people have with this movie. It delivered exactly what the trailer promised. I definitely enjoyed it and wouldn't mind watching it again in a couple of months. It definitely gets you thinking aboutI don't understand most of the problems that people have with this movie. It delivered exactly what the trailer promised. I definitely enjoyed it and wouldn't mind watching it again in a couple of months. It definitely gets you thinking about some ethical questions involving cryo-sleep.… Expand

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SmoothrunnerDec 27, 2016

At last I've found a really decent SciFi Hollywood movie. To be frank I can't remember when it was last time I saw a quality science fiction film. Until now. Either them were boring or pretentious or, in case of "Interstellar" a bad,At last I've found a really decent SciFi Hollywood movie. To be frank I can't remember when it was last time I saw a quality science fiction film. Until now. Either them were boring or pretentious or, in case of "Interstellar" a bad, melodramatic rip-off of Paul Anderson's story "Kyrie". But this one, the "Passengers" has returned my hope that SciFi movie genre is not dead and there are still good directors and screenwriters in completely "Lucasized" Hollywood.

You'll found no stupid killings or preachy here. You'll find no sound in space either. No "star wars" rubbish. And You'll disagree with the main hero - he is weak, egoistic man. But still. All of us have a chance to repent. The ways of God are mysterious. And maybe some of us must follow our destiny regardless of circumstances. Yep, the film will provoke you to think about some things. At least some of you :) And that is what makes SciFi great - to show how human remain human in an inhuman conditions. To conduct mental experiments about our moral and integrity. Nice movie indeed.… Expand

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ProsmoothDec 27, 2016

Creepy, Sexist, Nonsensical--and if you like big dumb Hollywood endings you'll love this thing. It has like three of them. Give it a 5 because it was watchable. One of those where you root for it to get better--but it never does.

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CarbonmanDec 27, 2016

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. We went into Passengers expecting little in story or entertainment value, especially considering the ravaging the critics have given it. What we found was for the most part a well constructed desert island tale and one person's struggle to survive and to maintain his sanity. (small spoiler warning)
Jim's selection of Aurora as the person he eventually awoke wasn't predatory, but a random selection from his effort to clean up a bottle hurled in a rage at his loneliness. The fact that the suspended animation chamber contained a beautiful woman was an unplanned benefit. (end of spoiler) The reason for the various equipment failures was boiled down to something serious and unexpected by the designers. The 'evil' corporation that built the ship had covered everything except to trigger an awakening sequence for some of the crew and a total lack of hibernation equipment. The last point is what kicks this into real romance movie territory. The final scene took a minute to make sense but illustrated Jim's desire to give someone he loved what he'd dreamed of building. My suggestion is to go into this movie looking for a couple of hours of light entertainment and good special effects and be pleasantly surprised. BTW, I'd sure as hell not want to be in Jennifer Lawrence's line of fire if she got seriously angry. Her rage was awesome!… Expand

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CineAutoctonoDec 27, 2016

"Passengers" was a enjoyable movie, because I liked the interpretations of ls protagonists Jennifer Lawrence and Chris Pratt, special effects, and music in general, even makes you think, what I did not like was the pace of history and the"Passengers" was a enjoyable movie, because I liked the interpretations of ls protagonists Jennifer Lawrence and Chris Pratt, special effects, and music in general, even makes you think, what I did not like was the pace of history and the Script basically, at first it seemed slow, but to the following, it was raising a little the mood, but in the end it is a briefly entertaining movie.… Expand

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LadyJesseDec 27, 2016

Drama and romance in space. Loved it. Most people should say it was like Gravity, but I believe it was an original movie. Although therés some things I´ve already seen in other movies.

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shlammerDec 27, 2016

Visually satisfying, charming, original, a great date movie, with few moments of sci-fi embellishment and more moments intrigue. Not sure who is rating this film so poorly, probably Star Wars fans or something...

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OaiaCuShoricDec 26, 2016

This was an amazing piece of art that was also so truly romantic. While I understand it will not appeal to much of the audience who is looking for meaningless violence and bullets flying everywhere this movie has an incredibly deep touch ofThis was an amazing piece of art that was also so truly romantic. While I understand it will not appeal to much of the audience who is looking for meaningless violence and bullets flying everywhere this movie has an incredibly deep touch of the human mind and soul, looking within ourselves and trying to define concepts that transcend time and distance all wrapped in a space opera rendered in extraordinary colors.

I was so surprised to see this type of movie that goes into the rich and amazing ideas of old giants of sci-fi writers such as Stanislav Lem or Asimov. It all reminded me of a very old book from my childhood called "Magellanic cloud" by Stanislav Lem.

I have been connected with this movie on so many levels as this story depicts the human soul in all its loneliness, craving for companionship in the vast empty void of space.
It more than exceeded my expectations and it's a solid 10 for me, absolutely no hesitations.… Expand

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TVJerryDec 26, 2016

Chris Pratt flexes his leading man muscles (literally and figuratively) as a mechanic who finds himself awake on a spaceship before it reaches its new planet…90 years too soon! Jennifer Lawrence plays the woman who shares this unfortunateChris Pratt flexes his leading man muscles (literally and figuratively) as a mechanic who finds himself awake on a spaceship before it reaches its new planet…90 years too soon! Jennifer Lawrence plays the woman who shares this unfortunate accident and they set out to determine what changed their fate. Their plight manages to maintain interest and the futuristic design adds a layer of cool. Even though their chemistry is fine, this is really Pratt's movie: he beautifully manages to capture the confusion, longing, desperation and other emotions that plague his plight. Even though some of the plot elements give way to traditional Hollywood structure, the whole adventure is packaged in a wondrous sci-fi world that makes it fun to explore.… Expand

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MyDistUniverseDec 26, 2016

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. We start off with spaceship Avalon travelling through space on the way to Homestead II, a new colony that gives people from Earth the opportunity to get away from the overcrowded planet. There are five thousand passengers and 258 crew on board, all sleeping in hibernation pods. About thirty years into the journey the Avalon is hit by a massive astroid field and sustains some damage. Most of the damage is not visible straight away, but will prove to be crucial later on.
Unfortunately for mechanic Jim Preston this incident results in his hibernation pod malfunctioning. He wakes up and soon realises that something is way off. For the next year he lives on this spaceship all by himself amongst thousands of sleeping people. At first he keeps himself busy with various tasks around the ship. Slowly the loneliness is getting to him though. His only companion is a bar tender android, played by Michael Sheen who is brilliant in the role. His performance quite outshines Chris Pratt, I hate to say.
Jim sinks into a deep depression and even contemplates suicide. He faces isolation and loneliness literally for the rest of his life. And that amongst of a sea of people. The spaceship will only arrive at the homestead in ninety years. Well after he will have died. During a particularly dark time he comes upon the pod of Aurora Lane. He is intrigued and starts reading up on her. The more he learns the more he fancies himself in love with her.
The next part has been called many things all over the internet from dark to selfish to downright murder. And perhaps that is all true. But I challenge anyone of those people to deny that they would not have sought a companion and done the same thing. If you faced spending the rest of your life without contact to another person ever again, surely that would makes anyone try and find a solution.
After months of trying to talk himself out of it he tampers with Aurora’s hibernation pod and wakes her up. In the beginning she believes that her awaking is also due to a pod failure. She is not happy about it but once she realises that there is no going back she settles into life on the ship.
Before too long all of Jim’s dreams come true and they become an item. The bar tender has now two clients. Life is good for a while. Jim and Aurora are happy. Her travel gold member status gives them access to all kinds of perks on the ship.
As to be expected the truth comes out eventually and the romance comes to an abrupt stand still. At first Aurora is shocked and enraged when she finds out that she is stuck on the ship for the rest of her life. Then she blocks Christ and gives him the silent treatment. Her reaction is quite understandable considering that someone else altered the course of her life for his own selfish reasons. Jim sentences her to a life on the spaceship without her own choosing.
By then the technical incidents on board add up and a third person wakes up, this time one of the crew. Gus is the Chief Deck Officer of the Avalon. Together they discover that the nuclear power plant is overheating. The malfunctioning of the ship gets worse, threatening to end in disaster for all on board.
Gus’ awakening has unexpected and deadly side effects and soon Aurora and Jim find themselves alone again, racing against time to safe the spaceship and everyone on it. They are forced to work together to survive. During the attempts to cool down the power plant, Jim leaves the ship for a dangerous spacewalk that could mean his death. Aurora realises that without him she would be in exactly the same position as he was before waking her up. She realises how she loves him and how very much she does not want to be alone either.
There are a few tense moments, but in the end they make it. When the crew wakes up eighty eight years later they find the space ship partly transformed into a giant greenhouse. Jim and Aurora learned a valuable lesson, as hopefully will have the viewer. People are always on the way somewhere, instead of living in the moment. They want to be somewhere else, instead of being happy where they are with the people in their lives.
In the end, was it murder to wake up Aurora? I don't think so. She and Jim lived a long and happy live. They made the best of their circumstances and grew old together. What more could you possibly want from life? Does it really matter where you are as long as you are loved and happy?
I found it fascinating that the entire movie was basically held by only three people, Jenifer Lawrence, Chris Pratt and Michael Sheen. Jennifer Lawrence is such an amazing actress. Her characters reaction when she found out the truth was spectacular to say the least.
Chris Pratt started out as this happy go lucky guy who sank into despair at the prospects ahead of him. It was a great performance on his part.
Only Michael Sheen could play a legless android in such a manner. I was once again so impressed by him. He is a wonderful actor.
Overall I really enjoyed Passengers.… Expand

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Tylerrad3Dec 25, 2016

Passengers features the idea of having a world where the earth is overpopulated and this compells a company called homestead to transfer people to a different planet. I think the movie gives us an idea of how our future will turn out. I plotPassengers features the idea of having a world where the earth is overpopulated and this compells a company called homestead to transfer people to a different planet. I think the movie gives us an idea of how our future will turn out. I plot was extremely unpredictable and unrealistic so that's something the movie could've worked on to be honest.… Expand

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WayneABQDec 25, 2016

Do yourself a favor and see this film. It's way better than what the nay-saying critic and user reviews say. In fact, I thought it was better than "Manchester By The Sea" which was rated highly, yet was horribly depressing and could haveDo yourself a favor and see this film. It's way better than what the nay-saying critic and user reviews say. In fact, I thought it was better than "Manchester By The Sea" which was rated highly, yet was horribly depressing and could have easily been cut by 20 minutes. "Passengers" is an uplifting tale with a good story, great cinematography and FX, and engaging performances by some of our best artists.… Expand

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NightLizardDec 25, 2016

Very beautifully presented, with a very solid acting, humour packed love story. Yup, that's what it is. Space love story. Special notice to Chris Pratt - wow, wasn't expecting how versatile this actor is. From now on I'll be sure to checkVery beautifully presented, with a very solid acting, humour packed love story. Yup, that's what it is. Space love story. Special notice to Chris Pratt - wow, wasn't expecting how versatile this actor is. From now on I'll be sure to check anything this guy gonna take part in. Although the movie is quite "light" itself, it touches a few questions of moral choices. Once again I am very surprised by critics reaction because it is a very good choice of a movie to see on a holiday season. It is just a very good choice of a movie to see.… Expand

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Brent_MarchantDec 25, 2016

A moderately entertaining romantic saga set in space that raises some intriguing moral dilemmas but never really delves into the depths of the characters' dire circumstances as deeply as it could have. Fine special effects and capableA moderately entertaining romantic saga set in space that raises some intriguing moral dilemmas but never really delves into the depths of the characters' dire circumstances as deeply as it could have. Fine special effects and capable performances by Jennifer Lawrence and Michael Sheen help to elevate the material somewhat, though its sometimes-plodding pacing, occasionally implausible narrative events and desperate need for a stronger male lead who gets by on more than just his looks weigh things down. A good choice for eventual viewing on cable or DVD, but don't rush out for this one given some of the other excellent releases available at the moment.… Expand

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WonderChannelDec 24, 2016

Portato avanti dalla coppia Chris Pratt e Jennifer Lawrence, questo film di fantascienza viaggia attraverso dramma, commedia, romanticismo e azione raccontandoci una storia ambientata nello spazio più profondo dove ci sono solo trePortato avanti dalla coppia Chris Pratt e Jennifer Lawrence, questo film di fantascienza viaggia attraverso dramma, commedia, romanticismo e azione raccontandoci una storia ambientata nello spazio più profondo dove ci sono solo tre personaggi. Diretto da Morten Tyldum (The Imitation Game), il film si presenta elegante ed originale, ma alla fine cade nella trappola da lui stesso creata: “quella di voler essere tante cose senza mai identificarsi in una”.

La sonda Avalon viaggia a 120 anni dalla Terra verso un pianeta molto distante, dove i suoi 5.000 passeggeri “addormentati” si sveglieranno per iniziare una nuova vita. Ma dopo “solo” 30 anni di viaggio, un baccello si aprirà per errore. E James (Pratt) si rende conto che lui è uscito dal periodo di ibernazione 90 anni prima del previsto. La sua unica compagnia è un barman robotico (Sheen), ed in un momento di debolezza si sveglierà un altro passeggero, Aurora (Lawrence). Mentre cominciano a stabilirsi per trascorrere la loro lunga e solitaria vita insieme, la nave inizia a comportarsi in modo anomalo, svegliando un altro membro dell’equipaggio (Laurence Fishburne) che collabora con James ed Aurora per cercare di capire cosa sta accadendo. I tre dovranno sbrigarsi se vorranno salvare la vita degli altri passeggeri.

In sostanza, il film è come un mash-up di Titanic e Gravity. L’Avalon è una super astronave, e Tyldum scova tutti gli scenari che generano un forte impatto visivo: dal vasto centro commerciale alla splendida piscina per finire con le spettacolari passeggiate spaziali. C’è un tema interessante sulla disparità tra i passeggeri poveri come il meccanico James e quelli ricchi come Aurora che non viene affrontato a dovere. Più di un accenno lo meriterebbe “anche” la questione del conglomerato aziendale che sta facendo una fortuna da questo ambizioso progetto. Ma questi temi profondi rimangono ben al di sotto della superficie, perché l’attenzione si focalizza esattamente sul viaggio di James ed Aurora. Questa scelta può lasciare la sensazione di un film piuttosto sottile e superficiale.

Passengers vorrebbe essere un sacco di cose: un po’ Titanic e un po’ Odissea nello spazio, ma non riesce ad essere una versione convincente di nessuna di queste storie. Pratt fa un ottimo lavoro in proprio, anche se tutto ciò che gli viene chiesto è fare una faccia triste con quella sua barba comica, il che non è credibile. Una volta che incontra Aurora (Jennifer Lawrence), è difficile da digerire la mancanza di chimica tra i due. Questo è probabilmente il punto più basso della Lawrence. Il salvatore della recitazione è il divertente barista Michael Sheen.

Conclusioni:

Passengers vorrebbe vendersi anche come un thriller psicologico alla Kubrick. I cenni alla Kubrick ci sono ed appaiono interessanti, ma il film non si avvicina nemmeno di striscio ai livelli della narrativa e complessità visiva di Kubrick. Ancora meno simpatiche sono le decisioni piuttosto artificiose della sceneggiatura, che non va di pari passo con i personaggi divertenti e l’immaginario stupendo del film. In altre parole, nonostante le buone idee iniziali e lo scenario di contorno, questo Passengers risulta “solo” una piccola ma piacevole evasione di due ore dai problemi della terra.

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audricedselDec 24, 2016

Overall, Passengers isn't a great sci-fi romance movie, because of its stupid but creepy story. Lawrence and Pratt have done a great job, their chemistry is so complicated. The twist is so stupid. But, yet it's still a great visually stunning.

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Seymour_MoviesDec 24, 2016

Finally a space movie that brings out everything that we hated in twilight/50 shades and other- based off romance novel -movies. I love Chris Pratt and J-Law, but come on. This movie is written for teenage girls and old women who areFinally a space movie that brings out everything that we hated in twilight/50 shades and other- based off romance novel -movies. I love Chris Pratt and J-Law, but come on. This movie is written for teenage girls and old women who are fascinated by obsessive and creepy, male love interests. The only thing that could have made this movie any worse would have been a nice, distasteful hibernating boob grope. On a positive note, aside from the occasionally bad blue screen shots, this movie is generally visually okay.… Expand

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HinxyDec 24, 2016

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I thought it deserved better than the ratings I see so, I'm writing my first movie review. My early baby boomer generation would have rated it higher. We liked love stories with a twist and a good ending. Talented and compatible actors complimented each other. Could see them working together again.… Expand

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Muskrat147Dec 24, 2016

Rating - 5.5/10

Even with surprising chemistry between Chris Pratt and Jennifer Lawrence, Passengers doesn't realize what to make of its intriguing premise, and waists its glorious special effects and talented performers on a poorly written story.

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moviemitch96Dec 23, 2016

I will admit that this film was undeniable eye candy many times. It had breathtaking visuals and neat effects that at least kept it pretty to watch for the most part. In addition, Chris Pratt and Jennifer Lawrence make the most of their starI will admit that this film was undeniable eye candy many times. It had breathtaking visuals and neat effects that at least kept it pretty to watch for the most part. In addition, Chris Pratt and Jennifer Lawrence make the most of their star power together, but their roles not so much. In addition, there really wasn't much of a plot or story in this film to be honest. Unsurprisingly (and disappointingly), the film's main focus is on the romance between Pratt and Lawrence and it takes a while for things to really get going until the second half. Overall, while it may be visually appealing and Pratt and Lawrence have decent chemistry together at times, there really isn't much else going for it to really make it worthwhile, especially since there's no deep or compelling story to be found anywhere in the film, let alone much of a story at all I'm afraid.… Expand

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GreatMartinDec 23, 2016

"Passengers" is a perfect example of star power plus chemistry between the two leads making a so-so movie much better. Yes the CGI effects are, at points, amazing and/or amusing--anyone for an android bartender?-- but the basic story of 'boy"Passengers" is a perfect example of star power plus chemistry between the two leads making a so-so movie much better. Yes the CGI effects are, at points, amazing and/or amusing--anyone for an android bartender?-- but the basic story of 'boy meets girl, boy loses girl'--do I really have to add the third part?--is as old as the movies are but Jennifer Lawrence and Chris Pratt give the film that extra something that makes the story almost seem new. They bring something to "Passengers" that sort of makes up the lack of chemistry between Brad Pitt and Marion Cotillard that almost made "Allied" impossible to look at!

The story avoids many moral issues brought up by the basis of the relationship between the two stars but one sort of forgets that aspect watching Lawrence and Pratt on a 120 year trip to a new world where 5,000 passengers, plus a crew of over 200, are put in hibernation for the trip with plans to wake them up 4 months before they reach Homestead II. In a case of malfunction Pratt wakes up 90 years ahead of schedule and due to a lie Lawrence wakes up a year later soon to be followed by a crew member, played Lawrence Fishburne, by another malfunction.

Though familiar, establishing the romance between the working class mechanical engineer and the Gold Class passenger, which seems to get her a better choice of foods and coffee selection, is delightful as they romp around the space ship Avalon with all the luxuries. I doubt any other woman in space will have the hair, makeup and various outfits as given to Lawrence. There are three scenes in the infinity pool that range from fun to horror to a romantic spot. When the android bartender, played by Martin Sheen, accidentally gives away a betrayal taken place, the chemistry and heat goes up a couple of notches between Jim (Pratt) and Aurora (Lawrence) in their anger and disappointment in each other.

While "Passengers" may seem like a run of the mill sci-fi and/or love story picture Lawrence, Pratt and many interesting special effects holds more interest then a usual space film does. Could you wait 50 years for a reply for help? Time is also played with in the film.

Fishburne's role is small but effective and necessary, Sheen provides a few laughs and, surprisingly, so do the robotic vacuum cleaners, plus Andy Garcia is listed in the credits but I don't recall seeing him in the film.

Morten Tyldum, the director, and screen writer Jon Spaihts, offer the sci-fi aspects a lot better than the romantic angles but in the more than capable hands of Jennifer Lawrence and Chris Pratt the latter part offers all a romance, the good and bad, should. Tyldum and Spaihts could have added a third dimension to the movie by getting into suspending life for 120 years and some of the ethical discussions that are brought up.

Though not a 'must see' film those who are fans of Jennifer Lawrence or are not familiar with Chris Pratt plus the production design of the space ship Avalon by Guy Hendrix Dyass are reasons enough to see "Passengers".… Expand

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critic_101Dec 23, 2016

The worst movie I have ever witnessed in my lifetime. Completely devoid of all meaning. So many things that could have been done with the concept of cryogenics, space and life on a new planet, and this piece of garbage decided to make this aThe worst movie I have ever witnessed in my lifetime. Completely devoid of all meaning. So many things that could have been done with the concept of cryogenics, space and life on a new planet, and this piece of garbage decided to make this a chick flick with a happily ever after ending of them falling in life and building new life on the ship (1.5 minutes of the movie). Laurence Fishburne got a piecemeal role, and despite all actors playing to the best of their ability, the entire movie, save the start and one other scene, was completely pointless, predictable and typical. The ultimate failure of this movie is the plot, and no special effects or good acting could have saved this. This was a complete and utter disappointment, the extent of which is astounding considering the fine actors, an enormous team, and the privilege of modern technology available. Do not see this movie unless you wish to waste your time and money. Because that is exactly what this movie is - a waste of your time, money, and the precious hours of life which you will spend watching this absolute piece of crap. Could not even give this 1 star.… Expand

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febvelanoDec 23, 2016

The trailer of this movie were made in a bit misleading way. I gave them 9 out of 10 for successfully doing this (it misleading in a good way, similar like the trailer of horror movie “The Boy”). I mean the actors / actres, CGI effect, andThe trailer of this movie were made in a bit misleading way. I gave them 9 out of 10 for successfully doing this (it misleading in a good way, similar like the trailer of horror movie “The Boy”). I mean the actors / actres, CGI effect, and story was just out of the question for both inspiring and mind blowing. Some people might say that the story is too simple, but it was never about how simple or complex the story if you were presented with so many fundamental moral & etiquette questions (take a look the movie “Interstellar” or “Gravity”, which basically have a very simple story). What makes it so interesting is that “Passengers” was able to capture those very essence of what it likes to be human being, no matter how vast superior technology & achievement we got in this universe. We’re still human with feelings & emotion, sense of humor / anger, sense of hope / lost. It’s great movie with taste of humor, romance, action, science & more importantly good ending.

The reason why only 9 out of 10 is because some scene don’t seems logical to me not because it’s not scientifically accurate, but simply because they didn’t include an additional scene that can be used to support that scientific accuracy. So the audience need to re-think / re-imagine the theory behind it.… Expand

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NikitaAndOZDec 23, 2016

Great story about important things, important choices and importance of enjoying your life.
It's not so much about science, it's more about love, humans, life and beauty.

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DavidV293Dec 22, 2016

This goes to the people that like a certain actor and want to follow their movies, well... This movie pretty much proved that not every good actor plays a good role. Left me bored to death, the little disastrous moments were cheesy andThis goes to the people that like a certain actor and want to follow their movies, well... This movie pretty much proved that not every good actor plays a good role. Left me bored to death, the little disastrous moments were cheesy and cliche, and the way it tried to carry on just didn't quite left me satisfied. Go ahead and dislike if you want, but this movie is garbage thrown to your face.… Expand

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namelessDec 22, 2016

I have given up on Jennifer Lawrence. She has one character she recycles over and over again. I now know that if she is in it, it won't be very good. She has become that cliche of the elite hollywood type that would rather talk politics thanI have given up on Jennifer Lawrence. She has one character she recycles over and over again. I now know that if she is in it, it won't be very good. She has become that cliche of the elite hollywood type that would rather talk politics than do anything good. After the potential of Winters Bone, she has squandered it all away. Can you say Margo Kidder? Can't really say whether this movie is any good, I don't see Jennifer Lawrence movies any longer; don't even watch them on TV.… Expand

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moviecritic68Dec 22, 2016

Great visual effects & adequate performances from main characters but film needed some sub-plots included. Although the main plot was easily understandable & intense in my opinion it lacked surprises.

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MattyiceDec 21, 2016

A cliche-filled snooze fest is the easiest way to describe Passengers. The film is genuinely uninteresting, the chemistry and love drama between Pratt and Lawrence is passable but not special, and it is filled to the brim with flaws. In aA cliche-filled snooze fest is the easiest way to describe Passengers. The film is genuinely uninteresting, the chemistry and love drama between Pratt and Lawrence is passable but not special, and it is filled to the brim with flaws. In a year full of disappointments, this black list awarded film failed to live up to even the standards of a mediocre movie and adds to the long list of Sony-built failures.… Expand

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briannabittelDec 21, 2016

Left me in tears. Some things were not very logical, but who cares! It has Jennifer Lawrence so of course it was good! Movies never make me cry, but this one did.

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Jack97Dec 21, 2016

Passengers features fantastic production design and impressive visual effects. However, this is a romance film. And the romance between Chris Pratt and Jennifer Lawrence was hit and miss. You care about the couple at parts, and since thePassengers features fantastic production design and impressive visual effects. However, this is a romance film. And the romance between Chris Pratt and Jennifer Lawrence was hit and miss. You care about the couple at parts, and since the whole film is riding on this it really sinks the whole thing as the film doesn't fully deliver what it sets out to achieve. Add this to the list of disappointments in 2016.… Expand

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EpicLadySpongeDec 21, 2016

Passengers focus more on clichés than their own exciting story yet to be told and the funny part is that their exciting story isn't that near exciting thanks to the numerous flaws ruining it, but the leading actors attempt to save it (whilePassengers focus more on clichés than their own exciting story yet to be told and the funny part is that their exciting story isn't that near exciting thanks to the numerous flaws ruining it, but the leading actors attempt to save it (while failing at it simultaneously) from letting these flaws ruin the story.… Expand

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