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PurekindJul 28, 2019

This is the best video game movie out there imo, and just a great little movie either way. Any reviewer giving this below a 7 seriously has no clue what the hell they are talking about as far as I'm concerned. So I've given it a 10 to balanceThis is the best video game movie out there imo, and just a great little movie either way. Any reviewer giving this below a 7 seriously has no clue what the hell they are talking about as far as I'm concerned. So I've given it a 10 to balance the scores out a bit, because I'd personally say it's probably an 8-9/10.… Expand

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ChrnoToddMay 10, 2019

The first live action Pokémon movie is awesome. POKÉMON GETTO DAZEEEEEEEEEE

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sovietprinceMay 11, 2019

very good movie it had all what I came to see the critics as usual don't know what there talking about

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Raychu150May 13, 2019

The best movie based on a Video Game ever, why?, because it respected the lore its based on, you can tell they put a lot of love into making the Pokemon world believable, the story is both approachable for kids and adults, with some darkThe best movie based on a Video Game ever, why?, because it respected the lore its based on, you can tell they put a lot of love into making the Pokemon world believable, the story is both approachable for kids and adults, with some dark undertone that I'm happy the Pokemon Company approved. Non Pokemon fans can enjoy it, but this movie is specially made FOR THE FANS and that's why is so great, it's not afraid to be a Video Game movie, instead of generic garbage trying to appeal to everyone.… Expand

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SkeptecMay 10, 2019

Go see it. This movie is amazing. Pikachu is adorable. The storys decent. What more do ya need?

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wellgunMay 10, 2019

Loved the world building and pokemon design.
Characters were all right
Story was lacking but that not the point of the movie.

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DusklegendMay 10, 2019

This movie was awesome. While it might not fit the exact pokemon people know and love with the all of the battling.

What this movie really gives is the potential for upcoming pokemon movies. The effects were awesome, and believable.

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ronfar86May 10, 2019

Excelente filme, para um filme baseado em um jogo(detective pikachu 3ds) realmente é um dos melhores considerando essa condição...

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MijdaxMay 11, 2019

This movie is much better than expected. It perfectltly manages to entertain adults, children and people who love pokemon in general. Also its funny how low critics rate this movie. Again a reason for me not to consider movie critics whenThis movie is much better than expected. It perfectltly manages to entertain adults, children and people who love pokemon in general. Also its funny how low critics rate this movie. Again a reason for me not to consider movie critics when deciding whether or not to watch it.… Expand

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PanchogulMay 22, 2019

Detective Pikachu logra ser divertida, chispeante y sabe mantener un ritmo dinámico y constante ya que en ningún momento se hace lenta ni nada parecido, sin duda Ryan Reynolds sabe ponerle cariño y talento a su trabajo.

100% recomendable

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YakusokuNoJiMay 10, 2019

Preliminary statement: The professional reviews are very questionable. And don't listen to people who say "how can fans of the franchise question critics, opinions rule". That is flawed logic. Which is quite a funny thing, by the way becausePreliminary statement: The professional reviews are very questionable. And don't listen to people who say "how can fans of the franchise question critics, opinions rule". That is flawed logic. Which is quite a funny thing, by the way because now even the fans try to refer to this posting and want to call it the "worst" as if it is spreading "hate". No. It doesn't. Unfair and inappropriate criticism, off-context steming from the lack of information is a non-contribution so it is absolutely legitimate to warn from. Being misinformed is one thing but already knowing that it will influence your rating heavily is a big issue. Do the fans here not point out flaws in the movie just because they know the franchise? They do.
If you already know you give it an unfair treatment through the lack of knowledge then you are criticising inappropriately. And what is this nonsense of "please ignore the 10 reviews"? So trust the other so-called "opinions" but not the 10s, that acknowledge flaws? 10-movies have flaws. And you can integrate the lack of knowledge but less than 5 primarily because you don't know it is just not ok.
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This movie was absolutely solid.

Is it the most logical movie of all time and does it have a super original story? No. What does, really? Still for the first real theatre-released live-action movie of the Pokémon franchise this has been absolutely fantastic. And the way the story was presented was still quite original in its own way because of how it relies on certain elements that are just not given in similiar stories most of the time.
What can I say about this movie that got me a bit on the negative side? The lore is different. They say stuff like "Pokémon don't understand what we say, they feel it" yadayada. Well, that is definitely not true - in OTHER continuities. But this is a new continuity so who cares. Same goes for some other things like "in old times people caught Pokémon" et cetera and then showing ancient drawings when the game continuity actually has NPCs saying the exact opposite: The trainer stuff is quite new and humans and Pokémon once even lived together, eating on the same table and all (yes, there are people reading NPC dialogue, unbelievable!)
Also the way they treated the strongest Pokémon made by mankind (Mewtwo) in this movie during the finale was a bit something I did not like but that is because I grew up with the first REAL Pokémon movie and the Mewtwo in the original movie (which definitely got them some of their plot details) would never have let a villain do this to "him" - but stuff from before like him being used or how he was caught was a good parallel to how he was originally made in the anime or how Giovanni tried to get him back in the second Mewtwo movie "Mewtwo returns".
What did they do fanservice-wise that I really like how they re-used the Mewtwo stuff, just as mentioned. Also how they used the instrumental version of the Western opening and actually let Ryan Reynolds sing it. I must really say - for a not even 2 hour lasting movie there was a lot happening, especially plot-wise for a movie like Pokémon, I really have no idea what those critics are babbling about because I already watched it twice and yesterday I was justb surprised how far the movie was advanced in such a short time. Is the master plan of the villain cheesy? Yes, it is. But it is supposed to bring the world of Pokémon which is a kid's show on the big screen (as said, live action, Pokémon has enough movies). I am not that fine with how they displayed the humor because it got a bit too extreme for Pokémon. The manga is very dark and aggressive and even the games use words like "kill" and "die" very late in the games, although the theme was already there from the first generation on but constantly bringing up that topic or talking about throwing up, making a drug joke or bed jokes is just a bit too much. Not that I did not find it funny or that it was such an incredible no-go, it is just something displayed a LITTLE bit to extreme for something that is primarily associated with the games and anime instead of the manga. Some Pokémon were really goodlooking, some were a bit too much with the uncanny valley effect. Pokémon like Bulbasaur for example should definitely have been remade. Pikachu, Mewtwo, Jigglypuff, Psyduck, Charizard and Gyarados were top-notch.

Overall it was very entertaining. A good start for what I hope is the first step to more Pokémon movies and children will surely love it. Old veterans/freaks like me will surely enjoy lots of the fanservice during this nostalgia trip even if it is not exactly like the other continuities. Although they already mentioned Kanto, so who know what comes next.

Since most people might be missing me saying this: Ryan Reynolds was great. I think that's a given and does not need to be mentioned. Most people like him so this does not need long paragraphs.… Expand

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Davrosdaleks1May 12, 2019

This was a lot better than I expected.

Detective Pikachu is a movie that knows how to entertain and improves in quality as it progresses. It is such a perfect blend of humor, heart, action and world-building. It also helps that the evil planThis was a lot better than I expected.

Detective Pikachu is a movie that knows how to entertain and improves in quality as it progresses. It is such a perfect blend of humor, heart, action and world-building. It also helps that the evil plan is a little new and that although some reveals are pretty predictable, there is one that is pretty well done.

A lot of credit should be given to director Rob Letterman, whose previous Goosebumps movie was also a lot better than anyone expected. There were so many ways this film could've gone wrong given the history of video game adaptations. Heck, the movie could've just had some Pokemon characters brought into our world, which is a trend these days. However, Letterman actually managed to adapt the basic structure of the fantasy world of Pokemon into a real world-esque environment. The movie actually cares about the world of Pokemon and should probably please fans. However, it is also mostly accessible to newcomers, by showing how Pokemon work without getting too expositioney. (MOSTLY. I felt the Pokemon's ability to evolve was kept a little vague.)

The amount of computer animation that went into the Pokemon is short of astounding. The entirety of Rhyme City is populated by them. Kids should love them considering how unique and often cute they are. Considering that Pokemon were 2D creations originally, the ability to make them more realistic without losing their qualities was impressive. Although, the texture on the fleshier Pokemon is a little peculiar. It kind of looks like what you'd think a fetus would feel like.

They are also some visually-arresting action scenes. I wasn't a big fan of the constantly grey sky. I mean I know this is supposed to be pseudo-Noirish, but considering how colorful the games were, I would've preferred some more light. Music is distinctive.

The fuzzy mouse-esque Detective Pikachu especially looks good. (And let's be honest, extremely marketable. He's like a teddy bear.) Ryan Reynolds brings on the funny with the character, but he and the script also make you take his deductive skills and more heartfelt moments seriously.

Also, I just want to give props to veteran British actor Bill Nighy appearing in this and treating his role so professionally given the ridiculousness of the film.

Overall, I really enjoyed this.… Expand

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weskergamerJun 1, 2019

Cuanto amo está película, ya la he visto 3 veces y no me canso de hacerlo, super recomendable. Creo q esta película es el fin de la maldición de las películas de videojuegos

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PixelcraftianJun 4, 2019

Please, Pokemon GO WATCH THIS MOVIE.
It's amazing, it's mostly for Pokemon fans but really is for everyone.

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AlepernicoloMay 11, 2019

The visuals for the movie were stunning and it really made me want to live in this world. Granted the Story is not what I came for and it was kind of predictable but to see humans interact with Pokémon made it real for me. Great acting fromThe visuals for the movie were stunning and it really made me want to live in this world. Granted the Story is not what I came for and it was kind of predictable but to see humans interact with Pokémon made it real for me. Great acting from Justice Smith, Ryan Reynolds and Bill Nighy!… Expand

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atgx97May 11, 2019

By far the best video game based movie that's been released. The story is definitely predictable for the most part but its visual effects are the best part and they blow it away with them. Reynolds' character is great and that's what it needsBy far the best video game based movie that's been released. The story is definitely predictable for the most part but its visual effects are the best part and they blow it away with them. Reynolds' character is great and that's what it needs to be for this film. The music is great and references music from the series. A lot of things for fans in this movie like myself so if you're on you'll love it too. I thought the end was great and I hope they make more pokemon movies and hire some better writers because that was the only part lacking in my opinion. The rest of the movie's aspects makes up for it 110%… Expand

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manningn15May 22, 2019

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The Pokemons live-action designs were stupendous especially Pikachu, Psyduck, Charizard, Mewtwo, Snubbull, Greninja, Mr. Mime, Aipom, Lickitung, Gyarados, Bulbasaur, Morelull, Ditto, Loudred, Cubone, Ludicolo, Pancham, Blastoise, Pangoro, Comfey, and Jigglypuff. The Pokemon were cute, creepy, and totally awesome. Ryan Reynolds performance as Pikachu was terrifically funny. Justice Smith also gave a pretty great performance. The sets were fantastic and very cool looking. All of the other visual effects were also great. The action scenes were very impressive especially the scenes with the Aipom's attacking and the scene with the Grenija's attacking. I also thought that the soundtrack and score were fantastic I especially loved the song Carry On. This is my favorite Pokemon movie, my favorite movie adaptation of a video game, one of my favorite movies of 2019, and one of my favorite movies of all time. An A+ for Pokemon: Detective Pikachu from me.… Expand

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ArturReviewMay 23, 2019

Ooh me love some good old Pokemon action. Very good adaptation of the games and the anime.

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Caldan58May 26, 2019

9.8/10

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EXECriticalMay 22, 2019

Detective Pikachu is a really good movie, however it can be confusing to people who aren't pokemon fans. It's easily the best video game movie ever created because the plot is great, and the characters are very likeable. I don't understandDetective Pikachu is a really good movie, however it can be confusing to people who aren't pokemon fans. It's easily the best video game movie ever created because the plot is great, and the characters are very likeable. I don't understand why Critics rate this movie so low.… Expand

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Sorios565May 10, 2019

Detective Pikachu is a hit for big time pokemon fans, for those just getting acquainted with the series, or returning pokemon veterans. The movie doesn't attempt to bring pokemon into our world like so many other movies have done, instead itDetective Pikachu is a hit for big time pokemon fans, for those just getting acquainted with the series, or returning pokemon veterans. The movie doesn't attempt to bring pokemon into our world like so many other movies have done, instead it brings you into the pokemon world and it is amazingly done, it feels like it was actually shot in a world where pokemon exist as a normal part of people's lives. This movie is a relief for pokemon and video game fans wanting a movie that does service to franchise its representing and I sincerely hope that they continue making video game movies of this quality going forward.… Expand

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DemonguyAug 6, 2023

Absolutely loved this movie got me in the feels and was pretty funny I think anyone with a brain will like this

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zenosmonMay 13, 2019

All Pokemons are cute!! Fantasy!! I like it so much!! I have been saw fifth!!

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SnowydayUKMay 11, 2019

OMG Detective Pikachu was awesome I can’t wait for the sequel to come out

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Will2000May 11, 2019

A great movie and hopefully the first out of many, many live action Pokemon movies. The plot wasn't the most complex, but the visuals were amazing and it's a really special feeling to have your childhood brought to life on the big screen. TheA great movie and hopefully the first out of many, many live action Pokemon movies. The plot wasn't the most complex, but the visuals were amazing and it's a really special feeling to have your childhood brought to life on the big screen. The creators of this movie really did their homework on the series, and there are loads of Easter eggs all throughout it.… Expand

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ExperienceInHDMay 12, 2019

A fantastic movie for any Pokemon fan. There's a lot of fan service and the CGI Pokemon look amazing and are very fun to watch.

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ZackBakasDec 20, 2019

A very nice movie I love to see all my favourite pokemon in the big screen and how they would look like in real life

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PIZZABOIJul 31, 2019

I don't care about what it looks like. I don't care that the story is based on a game's story. I don't care about what others say negitively about this movie. It's just AMAZING.

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Ikereviews1Aug 15, 2019

i always loved the pokemon games (until they started going downhill.) being familiar with the franchise makes the movie better as the pokemon look real and dont look creepy or ugly and they look great. this movie is also very funny and manyi always loved the pokemon games (until they started going downhill.) being familiar with the franchise makes the movie better as the pokemon look real and dont look creepy or ugly and they look great. this movie is also very funny and many cute moments. it brings you into a pokemon world that is great like the games. The characters are very great as well. so this is overall the best video game movie ever made.… Expand

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kensilloMay 10, 2019

Not even a hardcore Pokémon fan, still a very great movie, so much fun in this film, everything is well done here 10/10

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akatosh001May 10, 2019

I've been a fan of Pokemon for 20 years and this movie really hits the spot for a live action Pokemon film. The plot is a little bit thin so if you aren't a fan of the franchise then you may not like the movie all that much. For those of usI've been a fan of Pokemon for 20 years and this movie really hits the spot for a live action Pokemon film. The plot is a little bit thin so if you aren't a fan of the franchise then you may not like the movie all that much. For those of us who have dreamed of a world filled with Pokemon this is as close as it gets.… Expand

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AllanP1noMay 11, 2019

It is an excellent film much better than I expected, I thought it was going to be a failure but on the contrary Warner Bros knew how to do it well

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LuNa26May 11, 2019

I love this film so much, it was better than I've ever thought! I will definitly buy this film as bluray. :D I love Pokémon very much! :)

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ryanreynochuMay 11, 2019

Don't trust the "professional" reviews of this movie. It's by no means a masterpiece of filmmaking, but it absolutely does not deserve a 52 metascore. The CGI was wonderful, the attention to detail was unreal, there were so many referencesDon't trust the "professional" reviews of this movie. It's by no means a masterpiece of filmmaking, but it absolutely does not deserve a 52 metascore. The CGI was wonderful, the attention to detail was unreal, there were so many references and nods to Pokemon, you can truly tell how much love for the franchise was in this movie when it was being made. Sure, the human actors weren't the greatest, but who the hell is watching a Pokemon movie for the humans? My only real complaint is the forced and awkward romance, but otherwise, the humans were what I expected. If you love Pokemon, you should ABSOLUTELY see this movie as soon as you can. If you don't love Pokemon, at least give it a try, and remember that this is not a movie about detectives, this is a movie about Pokemon. And there are a lot of Pokemon to laugh and smile at in this movie.… Expand

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GamingMasterMay 12, 2019

This movie is great I recommend it for everyone Pokemon fans and people who don’t like Pokemon because it’s great the characters are funny the story is Fantastic and this deserves more love

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sindrunasMay 13, 2019

I had a smile from ear to ear during the whole movie.
The story is very similar to that of the 3DS video game, the animation is wonderful and the characterization of Ryan Reynolds is outstandingly funny.
Watch the movie, it's just great.

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KuroOokami820May 15, 2019

Great movie. The best video game movie to date. Yes if your not a Pokemon fan then it might not be as good but the CGI was amazing and the jokes were funny. It really did feel like what Pokemon would look like in the real world.

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Leoba1247May 16, 2019

Incrível, me deixou de boca caída com os efeitos especiais, e o Ryan Reynolds transborda carisma

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OtisLePoOtisMay 20, 2019

Okay, this movie is epic... pika pika boooois! Plz watch it so we can get a Pokémon CU

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Ztheman80May 17, 2019

I love how they use old and new pokemon. It really has a great story, even if you're not a huge pokemon nerd. I would recommend it to anyone.

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Kyurem91May 17, 2019

Da rasponi a du mani davvero ragazzi dovete guardarlo assolutamente Cristo santo come come avete fatto a dargli una votazione così bassa

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GohMay 17, 2019

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It was very good .The technology of this movie is very updated .Go see the movie!… Expand

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2308pokemonMay 18, 2019

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Great movie funny, action, intense, nice effect, etc.
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Laughingman87May 19, 2019

A film for all ages, whether a fan of pokemon in general or someone who's paid little attention to it previously, this movie will entertain you up until the credits roll, I have been to watch it twice already.

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AshmeowMay 19, 2019

This movie was everything I could have hoped from a Pokemon movie. It was funny, it was adorable, it was nostalgic. It truly is a love letter to all Pokemon fans and I left that theater wishing Pokemon where real like never before.

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BowserGrandeMay 19, 2019

Sin dude todos conocemos las maldiciones de las películas basadas en video juegos, sin embargo Detective Pikachu cumple con todas nuestras expectativas, la historia tiene muchos giros y eso es lo que la hace adictiva, además el diseño deSin dude todos conocemos las maldiciones de las películas basadas en video juegos, sin embargo Detective Pikachu cumple con todas nuestras expectativas, la historia tiene muchos giros y eso es lo que la hace adictiva, además el diseño de todos los Pokémon son simplemente impresionantes y en su mayoría . Una película muy bien echa.… Expand

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JeremysartMay 20, 2019

While the plot may not be the thickest, this movie Mark's the most important video game to film adaptation in history. True to the source material, true to the core audience.. this movie could have gone monstrously wrong but they show clearWhile the plot may not be the thickest, this movie Mark's the most important video game to film adaptation in history. True to the source material, true to the core audience.. this movie could have gone monstrously wrong but they show clear evidence that this movie was a labor of love to and from fans alike, rather than a quick cash grab as it could have easily been… Expand

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NinMarMay 20, 2019

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This movie touches on a lot of stuff that is great to see from a Pokémon movie. It does seem like a breath of fresh air for the Pokémon franchise as a whole. If they make a Nintendo Cinematic Multiverse, I think it can have a whole new look for all Nintendo I.P.… Expand

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n00bcrewMay 25, 2019

All the "proffesional reviewers" do is copy each other, only shine light on the bad stuff but keeping the good stuff out of the water. This gotta be one of the best movies I've ever watched and I don't understand how people could be soAll the "proffesional reviewers" do is copy each other, only shine light on the bad stuff but keeping the good stuff out of the water. This gotta be one of the best movies I've ever watched and I don't understand how people could be so negative about it. I think the cgi was very well made and I dont think you necesseraly have to be a pokémon fan to understand the basics of what this movie is trying to tell you. The story was pretty well made up, very original story and throughout the movie it threw in a few clever jokes that not many, but a few movies nowadays do. It made fun of what was happening on screen, well I guess deadpool kinda did the same thing(lol).… Expand

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AmuveMay 26, 2019

I really like the movie, i love the characters and i like the mistery behind everything

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RoxxxycottonMay 26, 2019

I loved it and such a great storyline for kids, with lots of plot twists. Was enthralling seeing the Pokémon come to life. Please more!

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shrewyndMay 28, 2019

Ok, this is the first review I'll ever write and for good reason too. I literally just made this account to write it. Quite frank, the "critics" gave this movie a 53% balancing out. Yet the user score is at least 2-3 points higher than theOk, this is the first review I'll ever write and for good reason too. I literally just made this account to write it. Quite frank, the "critics" gave this movie a 53% balancing out. Yet the user score is at least 2-3 points higher than the critics. The movie was fantastic, there is no way to go about it. Even if you have never seen pokemon before it gives you a lot of fun popculture references that you would not be able to miss. I don't doubt the "critics" of these movies are simply those that never grew up with the series. They are old boomers/gen X parents that think they run the world, and the score difference shows it.

I recommend all fans of the series to go see this movie, it is seriously great. There is no reason to believe the score we get from critics any longer.… Expand

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DetectivePKCHUMay 29, 2019

Best Pokémon movie out there, along with the first one! Love it and love Pokémon!!

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SWFCAzzaJun 2, 2019

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Went in with low expectations on the film but the plot twists were well thought out. The movie itself was enjoyable and fun. Great for both adults and kids and I'd happily go to watch it again.… Expand

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CaudraJul 17, 2019

It's the best live action of a game/anime you can get so far, it also fits the detective and Pokemon style, there is no reason to hate it.

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TheFlameRaterJul 21, 2019

This movie was a GREAT movie really enjoyed the character designs and the actors where amazing. I REALLY enjoyed it.

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SmknninjaAug 11, 2019

Great movie but the ending could of been better. Other than that its great.

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bongan855Sep 8, 2019

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Понравився фільм а головне що в ньому знімався не безізвесний астьор ток що норм так фільм… Expand

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ThankUGamefreakNov 14, 2019

This is the best movie ever made. Nothing touches this movie. Its live action Pokemon on the big screen. You can't beat that.

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GameHillZoneMay 27, 2020

Best Video Game Movie I've ever seen! the movie is extremely faithful to the game. Not only Detective Pikachu but the whole franchise. I 100% Recommend this game, surely Pokémon fans will cry of happiness by seeing this masterpiece

Pros: -Best Video Game Movie I've ever seen! the movie is extremely faithful to the game. Not only Detective Pikachu but the whole franchise. I 100% Recommend this game, surely Pokémon fans will cry of happiness by seeing this masterpiece

Pros:

- Story creative and epic
- CGI are perfect
- Great plot twists
- Memorable Soundtrack

Mixed:

NOTHING XD

Cons:

"GameHillZone uses Cons opinions! But it failed!"… Expand

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DarkSonicJul 13, 2020

Moim zdaniem świetny film. Zawiera dużo akcji i film jest bardzo ekscytujący. Według mnie nie zasługuje na 53/100 Metascore jaką posiada.

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GokusondbzFeb 2, 2021

In my opinion detective Pikachu is a love letter to Pokemon fans of all Ages. Ryan Reynolds as detective Pikachu very solid performance. I think the chemistry between Justin Smith's character and Ryan Reynolds detective Pikachu is great.In my opinion detective Pikachu is a love letter to Pokemon fans of all Ages. Ryan Reynolds as detective Pikachu very solid performance. I think the chemistry between Justin Smith's character and Ryan Reynolds detective Pikachu is great. Speaking as a longtime Pokemon fan going all the way back to Pokemon Red and Blue on the original Gameboy. This movie did a great job of capturing the essence of Pokemon. And in my opinion maybe the best live action video game adaptation. For me this movie easily gets a 10 out of 10. If you want a full review on this you can find my review on my YouTube channel gokusondbz.… Expand

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RyGuy1Mar 2, 2021

An amazing way to execute a live action Pokémon movie. I recommend it a lot

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yoink2922Dec 9, 2021

I love this movie, it has Ryan Reynolds, the actor that plays Deadpool. Ryan Reynolds plays Pikachu, and I love Pikachu.

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CKhoundMay 12, 2019

This movie was just flat out amazing, go see it. The humor that is there for adults as well as kids really made this an enjoyable experience. I would even go as far as saying that if you knew nothing of Pokemon, outside of pop cultureThis movie was just flat out amazing, go see it. The humor that is there for adults as well as kids really made this an enjoyable experience. I would even go as far as saying that if you knew nothing of Pokemon, outside of pop culture references, you would still have a great time in this. I found the fan service to be a huge payoff,and every time a new Pokemon came on the screen, it was just more and more amazingness. I just wish it was even longer!… Expand

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dorkainurMay 10, 2019

Very good film ,way better than I expected. Really enjoyable for adults, in some points maybe a little bit complicated for kids.

Critic Reviews s**k... again.

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ValterMay 10, 2019

I`ll put this really simple: if you`re a pokemon fan, you will love this movie cause it`s pretty much a pokemon animated movie in live-action form. the plot is simple but smart, lots of surprises, laughs , action and the pokemon are asI`ll put this really simple: if you`re a pokemon fan, you will love this movie cause it`s pretty much a pokemon animated movie in live-action form. the plot is simple but smart, lots of surprises, laughs , action and the pokemon are as adorable and funny as they are in the anime. i love it and ready for more!!… Expand

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ZenzukaiMay 13, 2019

Better than expected. Ryan Reynolds was great, the story had enough twists it kept me surprised at the end, and it left me wanting another pokemon movie. That's a good movie in my books.

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jacob4May 12, 2019

An absolute fun and fantastic adaption of a childhood video game/cartoon! Detective Pikachu brings back all the childhood memories and nostalgia we've experienced growing with pokemon. The movie brings to life the fantastic world of pokemonAn absolute fun and fantastic adaption of a childhood video game/cartoon! Detective Pikachu brings back all the childhood memories and nostalgia we've experienced growing with pokemon. The movie brings to life the fantastic world of pokemon and the pokemon themselves are amazing too. The movie has plenty of laughs and heartfelt moments, even if there might be some plot point twists that come off as weird, dumb, or confusing. But probably like the best video game movie adaptation so far and an absolute thrill ride to watch, makes you feel like a child and believe in magic!… Expand

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LBXZeroMay 11, 2019

For a live-action movie adaptation of a video game franchise, Detective Pikachu does a great job making the pokemon real while trying to fit a more reasonable story in a game-physics-based world. I find only 1 section of the film needed moreFor a live-action movie adaptation of a video game franchise, Detective Pikachu does a great job making the pokemon real while trying to fit a more reasonable story in a game-physics-based world. I find only 1 section of the film needed more writing work, but it doesn't wreck the film if corrected. Overall, it is impressive work, a decent mystery, and a touching story.… Expand

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KeybladeJordanAug 24, 2019

Finally a good movie based on a video game. And I've gotta say this one was a treat. It was fun from start till finish. And even had quite a few great surprises in the plot. It has more than enough to offer for both Pokemon fans and casualFinally a good movie based on a video game. And I've gotta say this one was a treat. It was fun from start till finish. And even had quite a few great surprises in the plot. It has more than enough to offer for both Pokemon fans and casual viewers alike.… Expand

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RajiwoMay 30, 2019

You can't ask me to be objective about this, and I don't have the slightest interest in pretending any kind of objectivity.
As a Pokemon fan since I was born, this is, without a doubt, the kind of movie I've been waiting for my entire life.You can't ask me to be objective about this, and I don't have the slightest interest in pretending any kind of objectivity.
As a Pokemon fan since I was born, this is, without a doubt, the kind of movie I've been waiting for my entire life. And it delivered. I didn't expect it to be so good, I definitely didn't expect to laugh so much. Also, the plot is quite good, far better than critics are willing to admit. The only reason for not giving it a 10 is that, theoretically, it *could* be better in some ways.
If you really like (or used to like) Pokemon, you're gonna love it, and you must see it. If you're not, there's not much for you in this.… Expand

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EliittiMay 10, 2019

The attention to detail when it comes to the Pokemon and their behavior is fantastic.

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Masterplanner64May 10, 2019

Haven't seen the movie yet this is just based of the trailers atm. But I submit this as response to ignorant prejudiced reviews from critics that be better suited for any and all adult non fiction dramas than a film of this nature. So manyHaven't seen the movie yet this is just based of the trailers atm. But I submit this as response to ignorant prejudiced reviews from critics that be better suited for any and all adult non fiction dramas than a film of this nature. So many miss the point of film as primarily being a source of entertainment nowadays and sweep aside the the entertainment value and primary audience-(regular real people) appeal for a bare bones nuts and bolts review which negatively associates it's true entertainment value- also known as the audience score. A sequel is already in the works, so it would seem if they didn't enjoy this iteration they should ( if they could) focus on where the concept could use improvement to appeal to the widest consumer palate and best way possible. The best reviews are centered on what the peice of entertainment was trying to do and be for it's audience, not foced on technical misgivings that a general audience wouldn't notice in the first place… Expand

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WreckingDanMay 12, 2019

Although this movies villian was absolutely unfitting and the climax was extremely dumb, this movie just oozes with charm. It really emphazises on character developement and world building. Tim and Pikachu a cleverly written and neverAlthough this movies villian was absolutely unfitting and the climax was extremely dumb, this movie just oozes with charm. It really emphazises on character developement and world building. Tim and Pikachu a cleverly written and never disappoint. Some side characters like news reporter Lucy aren't that thought out, but the Pokémon are the real stars here. There's soo much effort put into this and the scene with Mr. Mime as it went on beyond what we saw in the trailer was one of the most creative and funny ideas they had. Other scenes like the fight against charizard were absolutely exciting and great. Everyone who likes Pokémon should go see this movie. Apart from the absolutely unfitting villian along with the weird final showdown this was an absolute joy to watch!

You also should know that the "professional" reviews are absolutely stupid. This is a movie especially for fans who grew up with Pokémon. You quickly notice that the bad reviews come from frumpy old people who never play videogames and simply don't understand the clever use of Pokémon or the fan service, love and care that went into this.… Expand

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El112119May 10, 2019

This movie is one of one or the Greatest Video Game Adaption Live Action in Forever

They did justice to the Pokemon and for the Fans The only thing that gets this a 9 for me not a 10 is because the Acting of the Human Character is off inThis movie is one of one or the Greatest Video Game Adaption Live Action in Forever

They did justice to the Pokemon and for the Fans
The only thing that gets this a 9 for me not a 10 is because the Acting of the Human Character is off in some scenes ( well that's just for me)
But over-all this is a Must watch

i can't really say if the plot is the same to the Game, because i am just halfway through the game and didn't finish it....so i can tell that from the movies plot to the game, i say they followed the story of the original from what i experienced Half of the game's Story

This movie is a real treat...pika pika… Expand

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Birdy1998Feb 3, 2020

This movie was awesome!!! The furriness of some of the Pokemon like Flareon and Growlithe makes me want to cuddle with something fluffy!! The action and story is cool too. This is a must see!

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MrGameGuyMay 11, 2019

Video game films usually seem like they don't care for the franchise they're based off of, and are only trying to make anything they can with what is given to them or just get the production over with. Luckily, this is not the case forVideo game films usually seem like they don't care for the franchise they're based off of, and are only trying to make anything they can with what is given to them or just get the production over with. Luckily, this is not the case for Pokémon: Detective Pikachu, which is obviously, to any fan of the source material, a film which is made from love for Pokémon. On top of this, the acting from all of its cast is outstanding and brings all of these amazing characters to life. The CGI in this film looks brilliant and at no point did it drop in quality, which really helps when bringing the creatures into live-action. The only negative I can think of is that the pacing in the film sometimes feels off, speeding up or slowing down almost randomly. This is, however, only a minor negative when compared to the feats that the rest of the film achieves.
In conclusion, I would definitely recommend this film even if you're not a fan of Pokémon. It is extremely entertaining and a very thoughtful adaption of the game which, in my opinion, more than deserves all of the praise it is receiving from users.… Expand

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radicalmattMay 18, 2019

Fun movie for all ages! I enjoyed seeing Pokémon reimagined. I still love the cartoon version best.

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Player2-WaterMay 24, 2019

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. E-Value: 9
Acting: 9
Plot: 7

Pokémon Detective Pikachu is based on the 2016 video game, Detective Pikachu, which was released on Nintendo 3DS and also the first ever Pokémon live action movie on the big screen.

The plot of the movie is basically follow the same plot from the video game with some changes. Tim Goodman (Smith) is a 21 years old insurance agent and a former Pokémon Trainer, who receive news that his father, Harry Goodman, a detective who died in a car crash while investigating a case.

He travels to Ryme City to collect his father’s assets from his apartment where he discovers a talking Pikachu (Reynolds), who wears a detective cap which belongs to Harry. For some reasons, only Tim can understand Pikachu while no one else can. Pikachu was Harry’s Pokémon partner and they were investigating a case until his car was crashed and his body was not found.

Pikachu suffers amnesia and Harry’s cap is the only clue to Pikachu’s identity. Both Pikachu and Tim find a mysterious gas known as R in Harry’s apartment which might have something to do with Harry’s investigation. Needing some help to solve the case and finding Harry, they seek help from Lucy Stevens (Newton), an intern reporter who have been following up some stories on Harry’s death.

As a fan of Pokémon franchise and grew up with it, I was looking forward to this movie. The good news is this movie is not bad all. In fact, this movie could break the curse of bad video game movies and it is even better than 2018’s Tomb Raider and Rampage. The filmmakers of this movie have done a really great job in making the movie fun and exciting to watch. I had worries that the movie may end up worst like the rest of the video game movies but it turned out better than I expected.

The Pokémon creatures in this movie were very well designed and they look very good on the big screen thanks to the extra efforts of the filmmakers for doing their best to make them look a little bit of realistic while maintaining the creatures’ original design without deviating too much. Ryan Reynolds, Justice Smith and Kathryn Newton have done a great job in their performance. Kudos to Reynolds for his voice portrayal of Pikachu which he made Pikachu sounds like Deadpool.

The only problem with this movie is the storyline is cliché and have been overused in many other movies. If you ignore this problem, you can probably enjoy the movie without thinking too much. This movie is not just exciting and fun but also very nostalgic as well. You do not need to play Detective Pikachu to enjoy the movie. Just being a Pokémon fan is enough.

Overall, I really loved this movie pretty much like how I enjoyed watching 2018’s Ready Player One. To all Pokémon fans, you definitely must watch this movie. Last but not least, this could be the best video game movie I have ever watched in my life.… Expand

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SteprockMay 22, 2019

What a cute and engaging family movie! The main CG character is a wonderful balance between realism and cartoon. The movie is just complex enough to be interesting while still remembering it's meant to be approachable for kids.

As someoneWhat a cute and engaging family movie! The main CG character is a wonderful balance between realism and cartoon. The movie is just complex enough to be interesting while still remembering it's meant to be approachable for kids.

As someone with only a passing knowledge of the franchise, I may have missed some nuance, but I was never lost.

The human leads were a bit lackluster, but with a film that is wall-to-wall Pokemon it's hard to be annoyed or bored. There's whimsy and wonder bursting out of every nook and cranny in this movie.… Expand

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MegaMint0May 23, 2019

The mystery is so good the characters are amazing the Pokémon look great and the effects feel so real with Pokémon everywhere in the backgrounds as well as the placement of the movie making itself independent but still acknowledge the gamesThe mystery is so good the characters are amazing the Pokémon look great and the effects feel so real with Pokémon everywhere in the backgrounds as well as the placement of the movie making itself independent but still acknowledge the games lore overall amazing… Expand

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VictopediaMay 11, 2019

To everyone complaining about the lack of Pokemon fights in this movie, and it not being about a Pokemon trainer embarking on a journey and catching Pokemon, your argument just shows that you never understood the point of this movie.To everyone complaining about the lack of Pokemon fights in this movie, and it not being about a Pokemon trainer embarking on a journey and catching Pokemon, your argument just shows that you never understood the point of this movie. Detective Pikachu is not based on the main stream Pokemon games, or the Pokemon anime. It is based on the detective Pikachu game. The movie does a great job of bringing the Pokemon world to life. The CGI in this movie is amazing. There were certain times where it looked slightly off, but it did not effect the movie that much. The story is really good, even though it is pretty predictable at times. Ryan Reynolds as Pikachu is probably the best part of this movie. He brings the story to life and each joke feels natural and fitting for the movie. This is not a standard Pokemon movie about a Pokemon trainer embarking on a journey to catch them all and become a Pokemon master. This is a movie about a guy and his detective Pikachu trying to solve the mystery behind his fathers disappearance, and all the trouble they get in trying to unravel this mystery. This is a quality movie for people of all ages.… Expand

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Overload_25May 10, 2019

So this will be my first review on this website and I'm really wanting to make this count. So Detective Pikachu, to begin with this movie is no master piece. The story is not anything to write about, most of the characters are quite blandSo this will be my first review on this website and I'm really wanting to make this count. So Detective Pikachu, to begin with this movie is no master piece. The story is not anything to write about, most of the characters are quite bland other than the two main lead, and I'm sure this is definitely not a movie catered to us adults. Will we still watch anyway? hell yeah!

As somebody who has played pokemon for most of his life, other than Black/White 2 seeing all those Pokemon come to life in the big screen is a sight to behold. Granted the animation will take some time for most viewers to adjust to, but after the 20 minute mark the initial jarring feeling would have been gone by then. There were a scene or two where I could feel my eyes slowly started to water up because of how beautiful of a job the animator had done with the license. I'm not quite sure how the critics rated this movie, but I do feel that they have criticised this movie perhaps too harshly. This is definitely a movie where both newcomer can have a blast watching, and a treat for those of us who have followed this franchise ever since we were young. My advise, watch the movie and come up with your own conclusion.… Expand

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SkyPikachuMay 10, 2019

Solid movie with great acting from Ryan Reynolds. The humors was great and the story and twists were good. This is obviously a movie that's suppose to also appeal to older children as well and I feel like it did that very well. Ignore theSolid movie with great acting from Ryan Reynolds. The humors was great and the story and twists were good. This is obviously a movie that's suppose to also appeal to older children as well and I feel like it did that very well. Ignore the critics about Pikachu. Pikachu was an important and amazing asset to the movie and some of the best lines come from Pikachu. There weren't as many different pokemon as I would have hoped for. I wasn't counting but I assume we didn't see more than 100 max. I came out of the cinema really happy and had really enjoyed myself. Must watch if you're a pokemon fan. Decent movie for children as well though there's some scenes that may scare some younger children (hence the PG rating) I also think parents will get a decent amount of enjoyment from the movie since the plot is much deeper than your typical pokemon movie or your typical childrens movie.… Expand

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MBIIMay 10, 2019

NOTE: The "professional" reviews are complete garbage as always. These people never heard of Pokemon outside the context of Pokemon Go.

Like most kids of my generation, I grew up on Pokémon. I lost interested in the franchise some time afterNOTE: The "professional" reviews are complete garbage as always. These people never heard of Pokemon outside the context of Pokemon Go.

Like most kids of my generation, I grew up on Pokémon. I lost interested in the franchise some time after the second generation of games/anime were released. I've come back to the series occasionally over the years when some new development piqued my interested. However, it was not until the first trailer for #DetectivePikachu dropped that my hype and love for the crazy critters returned in earnest.

I remember reading about the movie being announced some years ago and feeling quite skeptical. My primary thoughts were such: this movie probably won't end up happening and even if it does how the hell is it going to work? Pokémon have always existed solely in the realm of animation and seemed too... otherworldly and fantastical to render in a "realistic" way. Moreover, I was not really familiar with Detective Pikachu for the Nintendo 3DS, a lesser known spin-off of the main series of games, which serves as the basis of the film. The concept of a crime-solving Pikachu working with a human partner seemed goofy to me at best.

After some time had passed, I had forgotten about the movie. Maybe I assumed that my prediction of it never seeing the light of day had come true, like so many video game films announced before it. Even the game adaptations that do get released don't exactly have the best track record when it comes to quality and faithfulness to the source material. There's also the fact there are plenty of other game series that seem to lend themselves to a live-action adaptation much more than the cartoony world of Pokémon (Deus Ex, Bioshock, Metal Gear solid, to name a few).

So imagine my surprise when the first trailer for Detective Pikachu dropped. I was absolutely floored. The designs for the myriad creatures somehow managed to be accurate depictions of their animated forms while also blending it seamlessly into real world environments. Ryan Reynolds seems to play a variation of the same character in every movie (which is more or less himself), it happened to fit with this wise-talking case-cracking version of everyone's favorite electric rodent. The most exciting part is that this movie appeared to take place in a living, breathing, fully-realized Pokémon world.

As for the movie itself, it most certainly delivered on expectations. You can tell the director, writers, and actors took the time to familiarize themselves with the world they are representing. Though I haven't played the particular game that the film is based on, I read up on its plot and was pleasantly surprised at how much was used in the movie - Mewtwo's key role, the presence of the "R" chemical compound, and the main character of Tim Goodman investigating the mysterious death of his father. Speaking of Goodman, not using Ash Ketchum (of the anime series) in the film was probably the best decision the filmmakers ever made. His antics are the main reason I stopped watching the show way back when, and his never-ending quest to be the very best like no one ever was got old after a while.

The overall plot of the film is fairly standard but features some twists and turns along the way, including a very big one near the end. The atmosphere manages to feel like a genuine crime thriller/mystery at times which is surprising giving the colorful CGI creatures walking about and the general kid-oriented nature of the movie. In an interview, director Rob Letterman said the Mr. Mime interrogation scene was inspired by the classic psychological thriller Se7en. Nobody's cranium ends up inside a box but it's good to know the creative team had their heads in the right place (ahem).

As I stated before, the visual effects are absolutely phenomenal and really get their chance to shine in action sequences, including a Pokémon battle or two. Mewtwo looks freaky, as any genetic abomination should, thus making for an appropriately terrifying antagonist. To nobody's surprise, Ryan Reynolds as the titular character supplies a steady stream of jokes along with a healthy dose of heart. His human co-star, Justice Smith carries his weight as well, providing some deadpan humor and emotional depth of his own.

In conclusion, Pokémon: Detective Pikachu was just as great as I hoped it would be. It's a movie that will be appealing to general audiences who are not as familiar with Pokémon (hard to believe such people still exist) but of course will bring deeper satisfaction to long-time fans of the franchise. I exist somewhere in between those two groups, a once die-hard fan in childhood brought back into the fold with a movie that is sure to reignite the Pocket Monsters craze in the hearts of many while also jump-starting a new generation of Poké-fans into existence. With this film on track to being a financial success, I can't wait to see what other live-action Pokémon projects are in store for the future.… Expand

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Zissou135May 10, 2019

I've been a Pokemon fan since 1997, so please understand that my opinions on this film were formed through a thick lens of nostalgia. With that said, I believe this movie to be the absolute best representation of the Pokemon universe. As aI've been a Pokemon fan since 1997, so please understand that my opinions on this film were formed through a thick lens of nostalgia. With that said, I believe this movie to be the absolute best representation of the Pokemon universe. As a long time fan, being able to sit and watch people and Pokemon interact in a modern setting in exactly the same way I imagined it during my childhood was genuinely magical.

The story was better than I expected but lacked any significant depth. The characters were generally relatable and served the plot well, but didn't do anything to carry the film.

This film is a dream come true for fans of Pokemon and will hopefully serve as an introduction to the property for young people.… Expand

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HeartefeltMay 11, 2019

Detective Pikachu is a huge leap in quality when compared to other video-game based movies. A ton of fun and I absolutely love it.

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GotHurtMay 21, 2019

Very fun and nostalgic, it has a shocking story, and is a video game adaptation that is both based on a game and not, as most people weren't aware of that game, but for those who knew of it, it still must have been a good time. However, I'dVery fun and nostalgic, it has a shocking story, and is a video game adaptation that is both based on a game and not, as most people weren't aware of that game, but for those who knew of it, it still must have been a good time. However, I'd say that only pokémon fans who know the series (especially those who have seen Pokémon: The First Movie) would enjoy, and did not have as much comedy as other modern movies. More than made up for, however!… Expand

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UltraChasemanMay 26, 2019

A fun adventure mystery film for the whole family and especially if you have a Pokémon fan in your home

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WillSchneiderJul 20, 2020

Detetive Pikachu é um filme baseado em uma franquia consagrada de games e animes, que vendeu muito no mundo todo e que pouco tempo atrás, ganhou holofotes ao lançar o game para os aparelhos mobile, intitulado Pokémon Go! Onde literalmenteDetetive Pikachu é um filme baseado em uma franquia consagrada de games e animes, que vendeu muito no mundo todo e que pouco tempo atrás, ganhou holofotes ao lançar o game para os aparelhos mobile, intitulado Pokémon Go! Onde literalmente éramos os treinadores Pokémon, em busca de pegar todos, andando pelas ruas e caçando os Pokémon que apareciam.

Sucesso absoluto no mundo, Pokémon go! Foi uma febre que tomou as ruas de diversas cidades no mundo, reacendendo a chama nostálgica de diversas crianças que cresceram assistindo o anime, lendo revistas, vendo os filmes e claro jogando os jogos.

Com este fator ao seu lado, mesmo que já um pouco apagado vemos surgir o primeiro “live-action” de grande orçamento com uma história ambientada no universo que conhecemos ao acompanhar tudo. Detetive Pikachu, foi um filme criado no universo de Pokémon, principalmente seguindo a linha dos filmes/desenhos anteriores, ou seja, com a mitologia Pokémon em voga.

Detetive Pikachu se passa 20 anos após o primeiro filme (Pokemon: o filme de 1998), quando o Mewtwo (pokémon mais poderoso do mundo) é recapturado por um grupo de cientistas que estavam fazendo novos experimentos com ele. Porem o filme não conta com o grupo original da série de desenhos, mas tem algumas “referências”. Contudo a base de inspiração para o filme, foi o jogo homônimo lançado em 2016 para 3DS, o filme reúne as principais nuances do jogo título, mas também reitera durante seus 104 minutos elementos de toda a franquia.

Ryme City, palco da trama é um dos altos pontos de representação do filme, literalmente você sente que a cidade é aquilo que propõe ser (um lugar onde Pokémon e humanos convivem sem advento de pokebolas ou batalhas Pokémon, você vê grupos de Squirtles ajudando bombeiros, Growlithes ajudando policiais e assim por diante), infelizmente como o filme se coloca como um porto seguro, sem explorar muitos pontos criativos ligados a franquia (para evitar afastar um público novo, creio eu) algumas referências mostradas, só são percebidas pelos fãs mais assíduos.

O filme conta com bons alívios cômicos dentro de sua história, que com certeza farão ambos os públicos sorrirem e se deliciarem com a narrativa proposta, destaquemos aqui o Mr. Mime, Magikarp, Snubbull e o irreverente Psyduck, que rouba a cena diversas vezes, sendo um excelente protagonista. Detetive Pikachu conseguiu expandir e dar uma boa repaginada para a franquia, sendo objetivo e fluído. Sobre a dublagem, na minha opinião foi perfeita, porem acredito que deveriam ter tido mais opções de se assistir o filme legendado.

Outro ponto altíssimo do filme são as batalhas clandestinas do Gengar vs Blastoise e Pikachu vs Charizard, aliás tão bem feitas, que podem ser mais exploradas nos filmes futuros. Outra questão ainda sobre as batalhas é que são apenas estas no filme, o que foge um pouco da narrativa dos animes, jogos e filmes em 2D anteriores (compreensível, já que o filme não é para mostrar as batalhas pokémon). O clichês narrativos, mesmo que incomodem muita gente, são tão bem feitos e simpáticos com a proposta feita, que a harmonia deste torna isso um problema dos menores a serem lembrados, talvez com outros filmes futuros este se acentue, mas no momento a pobreza narrativa serviu bem afinal, para quebrar o estigma de que filmes baseados em jogos são horríveis.

Em resumo, o filme fala sobre a criação de laços de amizade e conexões para com o novo, dando abertura para aquilo que bloqueamos, devido a alguns traumas ou escolhas de vida. Não é nem de perto uma obra de arte, mas este temporal que estão fazendo sobre ditos “problemas estruturais e narrativos” é uma sacanagem em se fazer, cobrar profundidade e seriedade de um filme feito principalmente para públicos infantis é no mínimo uma desonestidade sem tamanho.

O diretor Rob Letterman, junto aos roteiristas Dan Hernadez e Benji Samit conseguiram fazer com que Detetive Pikachu fosse um excelente filme, mesmo sem Ash, Misty e Brock ou a Equipe Rocket, o saudosismo não foi perdido no filme. Contudo nem tudo são flores, infelizmente as atuações ficaram a quem do que poderiam, Justice Smith (Tim) não convenceu, assim como sua namorada Kathryn Newton (Lucy), já Bill Nighy e Ken Watanabe foram pouco explorados a final. Já Ryan Reynolds emprestou em grande parte do filme a sua voz e forma de falar para nosso querido Pikachu, deixando ele mais engraçado que o normal, alá Deadpool.

Outro fator que não se tem como questionar é que não há um Pokémon que pareça artificial no filme, todos são tão bem feitos e inseridos que tu literalmente vê e sente como se os monstrinhos estivessem mesmo entre os humanos, definitivamente não há como não brilhar os olhos ao ver eles.

Enfim, Detetive Pikachu é um filme que vocês devem assistir, principalmente sem pretensões.… Expand

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BowLLNov 22, 2020

this movie had BOTH a good conflict and solution to the storyline. it seemed quite complex, and kept hooking me, getting me curious on where they're going or what they're doing. it was often fun, and engaging to watch. the high quality CGI isthis movie had BOTH a good conflict and solution to the storyline. it seemed quite complex, and kept hooking me, getting me curious on where they're going or what they're doing. it was often fun, and engaging to watch. the high quality CGI is really good here too, it gives the movie more of a realism.

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MaddoxWhiteApr 24, 2021

A genuinely good Pokemon movie. Still a bit cheesy, but that's fine. The visuals are amazing.

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RexloxSep 28, 2021

For me Detective Pikachu is so far the best pokemon movie and the best video game adaptation.

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drlowdonOct 29, 2021

In a world where humans and Pokémon live together Tim Goodman, who once dreamed of being a Pokémon trainer, now lives a dreary life as an insurance adjuster. When he receives a call to tell him that his estranged father, a highly regardedIn a world where humans and Pokémon live together Tim Goodman, who once dreamed of being a Pokémon trainer, now lives a dreary life as an insurance adjuster. When he receives a call to tell him that his estranged father, a highly regarded police detective, has been killed he becomes involved in an unexpected mystery.

It’s clear from the outset that the people involved in making Detective Pikachu have an affection for the source material, and for many fans of the game series seeing so many of their favourite characters brought to life will probably be enough. Fortunately the film is also pretty funny, making for an entertaining hour and a half, even if it does run out of a steam a little before the end.… Expand

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BasilZeroJun 24, 2023

First live action Pokemon movie, story was decent, casting of actors was 50/50 but executed in a way you would expect a Pokemon movie to be like. Great movie for family and fans of Pokemon.

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sayguhDec 31, 2019

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It's a great movie but wish they didn't copy the Batman thing. The CG is amazing.… Expand

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tsarouhasMay 27, 2019

The cutest movie i have ever seen. Ryan Reynolds as pikachu's voice was amazing. And we were not in it for an amazing plot, we were in it to see CGI Pokemon, and they delivered

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siman0May 12, 2019

It was a good movie, the story was well written and enjoyable. The direction and pace of the movie felt slow, then rushed in the last half. The cast besides Ryan Reynolds felt like they where out of place occasionally, but they are newerIt was a good movie, the story was well written and enjoyable. The direction and pace of the movie felt slow, then rushed in the last half. The cast besides Ryan Reynolds felt like they where out of place occasionally, but they are newer actors. I felt the story's end wrapped everything up a bit too nicely and left a few holes in the overall story.… Expand

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JJTXMay 11, 2019

Detective Pikachu is cute, funny, and sweet. The plot is pretty straightforward, with a few twists and surprises, but it won't knock your socks off. Ryan Reynolds is great as Pikachu, and Justice Smith puts in a solid performance as theDetective Pikachu is cute, funny, and sweet. The plot is pretty straightforward, with a few twists and surprises, but it won't knock your socks off. Ryan Reynolds is great as Pikachu, and Justice Smith puts in a solid performance as the primary human character, Tim Goodman. Kathryn Newton's character, Lucy Stevens, is the movie's biggest weakness, with some cringe-worthy dialogue. There are a few continuity errors that stuck out to me, and the film will be mostly incomprehensible to anyone who is totally unfamiliar with Pokemon, but for the intended audience -- Pokemon fans new and old -- Detective Pikachu is a lot of fun.… Expand

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