Pokémon Detective Pikachu

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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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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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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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RobertFloydMay 26, 2019

This movie is bad, but I saw it with my friend and thru the entire movie we were making jokes about how bad it was and for me this is a so bad its good movie.

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9

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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10

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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10

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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AuronnBEMay 29, 2019

Visually the movie is stunning, Ryan Reynolds also does a good job voicing Pikachu but the overall acting performances are not good at all. It already starts with the opening scene which immediately had me doubting if this could become anyVisually the movie is stunning, Ryan Reynolds also does a good job voicing Pikachu but the overall acting performances are not good at all. It already starts with the opening scene which immediately had me doubting if this could become any good further on. The story is pretty thin and we jump from one location to the other to show off some new Pokémon they could show off.

What ruins the whole film is the ultimate twist in the story. It was so un-Pokémon-like I gave up hope right there. Even visually giving it a thumbs down at that point tbh.… Expand

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10

DetectivePKCHUMay 29, 2019

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

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7

dburks1990May 30, 2019

A wonderful experience for fans of the franchise. However if you are relatively inexperienced with the characters you may get lost quickly. I gotta admit seeing Mewtwo in the first few minutes sold me.

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Super0Jun 10, 2019

this movie had a lot of great animation and voice acting to the Pokemon with the Pokemon looking great and staying true to the source material of Pokemon with the scenery being beautiful to look at but there are some downsides the moviesthis movie had a lot of great animation and voice acting to the Pokemon with the Pokemon looking great and staying true to the source material of Pokemon with the scenery being beautiful to look at but there are some downsides the movies actual human actors seem pretty bland and don't have to good of acting that fit the scenarios they are in and if you are into the later Pokemon entries you are going to be disappointed because the movie doesn't have that much of them comparing to how many gen 1 there are but overall the movie is a great movie probably one of the best movies from the month of may so if you don't have a movie to watch id recommend go seeing this movie if you want some humor reverences and some great CGI with some popular actors as well.… Expand

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BossKnightJun 2, 2019

This movie is a enjoyable to me. I recognize a lot of the Pokemon in the movie from gens 1 through 7. I had a blast watching this movie.

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10

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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IndigoDarkleyJun 3, 2019

Pokemon Detective Pikachu pays brief homage to detective movies and its video game inspiration, but takes viewers on a journey all its own. The action starts a little slow, but wraps up with some fun twists and turns.
With appearances by RyanPokemon Detective Pikachu pays brief homage to detective movies and its video game inspiration, but takes viewers on a journey all its own. The action starts a little slow, but wraps up with some fun twists and turns.
With appearances by Ryan Reynolds, Rita Ora, and Ken Watanabe, this movie seems accessible to viewers uninitiated to the Pokemon fandom without confusion or isolation.
Some of the dialogue was rough, and some of the animation rough on my eyes (I had a red blood vessel by the end), but I enjoyed this movie.… Expand

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7

ZippytwotoesJun 5, 2019

If you enjoy Pokemon you will enjoy this movie, If you don’t enjoy Pokemon why are you watching a movie about Pokemon?

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7

JohnantJun 7, 2019

The movie is actually nothing special. But Im a fan of pokemon so i watch it

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KlebartJun 21, 2019

I mean it's a Pokemon movie. It wasn't as bad as I thought it would be but it's forgettable.

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4

kyrya833Jun 27, 2019

Very boring movie, it is only good quality graphics, but isn 2019 it is a reason to go to the movie?

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8

CalonyrJul 2, 2019

Video game movie done right. I was pleasantly surprised by this movie. Felt like movies from my childhood. The ability to appeal to adult humor and kids simultaneously isn’t always easy but this pulls it off well.

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4

Sean_The_CriticJul 6, 2019

Two. Thats how many aspects of this movie i liked, the rest is terrible and at some points completely unbearable to sit through. The only two good things i found in this movie were the incredible animation, which really brought not only theTwo. Thats how many aspects of this movie i liked, the rest is terrible and at some points completely unbearable to sit through. The only two good things i found in this movie were the incredible animation, which really brought not only the pokémon look alive but the entire scenes. Some of the m were a bit ugly and creepy, but it matches most of their character traits so I actually like that. The only other thing I like was the inclusion of Ryan Reynolds as Pikachu, and the casting of Justice Smith (as Tim), cause they did a amazing job at portraying their characters. The rest of the movie however, disappoints, as the story is empty and bland compared to what we had hoped for. The ending is supposed to be disappointing, as the Pikachu character seems to hopefully prevent any sequels or future additions to this new "franchise".… Expand

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8

Bruno_Online_25Jul 13, 2019

Poucos pokemons apareceram no filme, e tiveram coisas que não foram explicadas, por exemplo, COMO É QUE ELES SAÍRAM DA FLORESTA??????? (sério, os personagens estavam encima de um torterra gigantesco), daí cortou a cena e eles estavam do outroPoucos pokemons apareceram no filme, e tiveram coisas que não foram explicadas, por exemplo, COMO É QUE ELES SAÍRAM DA FLORESTA??????? (sério, os personagens estavam encima de um torterra gigantesco), daí cortou a cena e eles estavam do outro lado da area secreta, não fez o menor sentido… Expand

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10

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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10

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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8

DownoAug 5, 2019

Not a bad movie at all. The mix between 3D animation and reality is very good. The animations are amazing ! The story is the most negative part because it's easy to understand at the beginning but then it become more difficult.
I recommendNot a bad movie at all. The mix between 3D animation and reality is very good. The animations are amazing ! The story is the most negative part because it's easy to understand at the beginning but then it become more difficult.
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thegldtAug 7, 2019

Pokémon Detective Pikachu is a movie entirely made interesting by fascinating world-building and the exceptional comedic voice acting of Ryan Reynolds, who plays a well-animated, extremely cute, and mystery-solving electric mouse.

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10

SmknninjaAug 11, 2019

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

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6

fsdgfdAug 19, 2019

Extremely witty and funny Ryan Reynolds does an excellent job playing Pikachu. The rest of the cast... not so much. Other than that the movie is passable with a decent plot.

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Bugalugs213Aug 29, 2019

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It's ok, has some good cameos from the pokemon but by the half way mark I just wanted it to end. Hair brained plot and an awkward voice for Pikachu made it a chore to sit through.… Expand

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Bagoli_roliAug 31, 2019

So I went into this fully not knowing it was a kids movie. From trailers and listening to the hype I thought it was going to be a literal deadpool mixed with pokemon. It's not that bad for a modern kids movie but be warned its not thatSo I went into this fully not knowing it was a kids movie. From trailers and listening to the hype I thought it was going to be a literal deadpool mixed with pokemon. It's not that bad for a modern kids movie but be warned its not that enjoyable for anyone older.… Expand

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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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AlienboerSep 8, 2019

Nothing special here. The movie should have rather been a cartoon than this bad acting and excuse for r actors

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7

Kevin3Sep 12, 2019

Detective pikachu cumple con entregarte una película divertida y los pokemones son excelentes, pero la historia es muy repetitiva y en el final decae su ritmo

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ajzeg01Sep 15, 2019

This movie was pretty stupid, but I didn’t have a bad time watching it. I’m going to say right away that this is not a very good movie. It’s not well written or well acted, the cinematography and action weren’t anything special, most of theThis movie was pretty stupid, but I didn’t have a bad time watching it. I’m going to say right away that this is not a very good movie. It’s not well written or well acted, the cinematography and action weren’t anything special, most of the comedy fell pretty flat and the story just doesn’t make a lot of sense. However, this movie is awesome and worth seeing because of one thing: the Pokémon. There are Pokémon everywhere in this movie and they are delightful! They’re really well animated and you get a good variety of Pokémon from every generation. Every scene is jam-packed with detail and easter eggs. Chances are you’ll see your favourite Pokémon somewhere in this movie, no matter which generation you grew up with. Overall, this movie is okay. I’d recommend it only if you are a fan of Pokémon, even if you are just a casual fan or haven’t really been into it for a long time like me. If you like Pokémon, you’ll like this. If you aren’t a Pokémon fan, however, I have a feeling that this movie will just bore and confuse you. It does not explain anything about what a Pokémon is or how this world works. It just assumes that you already know coming in, which could be an issue for some. Instead, watch Zootopia, a much better movie with a similar story, universe and character dynamics. Well, we did it everyone! We finally got an okay video game movie! Now we just need a good one! It’ll get made someday, I know it!… Expand

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7

hnestlyontheslyOct 7, 2019

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Detective Pikachu is a triumph of low expectations. It succeeds at dragging the world of Pokémon into the world of live-action and laying the foundations for a new “universe” of follow-up films with aesthetic continuity. Much like Rogue One showed that Star Wars movies do not always have to be about space wizards, Detective Pikachu tells a delightful little story that leans just the right amount on the nostalgia of the games without battles or trainers. Wife says, the movie “dodges a problem with the premise with the games, which is that a child drops out of a school to learn how to fight with animals.”

Friend made the point that DP is essentially a mash-up of Batman Begins and Get Out, which I think is kind of a brilliant formation. To that I’ll add that anyone who has seen the movie Zootopia would be pretty underwhelmed by DP if it weren’t for the fact that there are **** Pokémon galore in this movie. There are a shocking number of twists in a movie that seems like it couldn’t be that complex. Ditto, my favorite Pokémon, is featured. Everyone does a pretty good job acting, including Suki Waterhouse (who is once again hilariously underutilized), except for Blockers‘s Kathryn Newton who doesn’t seem to be able to decide if she’s in a noir or a parody of a noir. One might say that’s true of the movie writ large, but everyone else seems to settle on a single tone of delivery. There are indeed sexy Pokémon, which is what most of us were wondering when we walked into this movie.

Spoilers: If there are any critiques (and they are few and petty), the film as a whole suffers from Eragon syndrome–a lot of voiceovers and awkward cuts from Pikachu at knee level to close up shots of human faces reacting. Bill Nighy’s character is very obviously a self-hating disabled person trope. The entire plot of both this eccentric city and the Evil Plan is at times recycled and outlandish: involves catching (a lab-produced clone??) Mewtwo as step one. But probably the thing that bothers me most is a minor detail in the protagonist’s bedroom.

In what world is the title fight between a legendary bird (which apparently has been caught?) and a… Steelix? Why would anyone go to that event except to watch Articuno mop the floor with one of the first Pokémon you clear out of your PC when you run out of room? I was so confused by it that it was genuinely hard to focus on what’s going on in the scene. If anyone has any good ideas let me know.… Expand

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TheGreatNeithOct 8, 2019

It’s not bad. It’s not particularly good either, and it’s highly forgettable.

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jdaugherty58Apr 9, 2022

This is a definitely a movie for Pokémon fans if you’re a Pokémon fan and this is a fun one to watch well there’s a little bit slow starting off the movie gets better and better as it progresses

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SageyurilocoNov 18, 2019

É muito bom pra quem é fã mas eu senti um pouco de falta de combates......

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SoyHenryVNov 24, 2019

Esta es la película basada en un videojuego más decente y divertida que he visto. El equipo detrás de la película de Sonic debería de tomar cartas en el asunto y aprender de los aciertos de esta cinta.

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FilmanwaltDec 17, 2020

Trivial but okay. The film does not have a great or intoxicating Pokemon story but scores with a sometimes very nice look and nice gadgets and fan service away from the main event.

In my opinion, the film should have focused more on the cityTrivial but okay. The film does not have a great or intoxicating Pokemon story but scores with a sometimes very nice look and nice gadgets and fan service away from the main event.

In my opinion, the film should have focused more on the city and everything that happens in it, because there was a lot to discover that was much more exciting than the actual detective story.… Expand

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SrGusMar 1, 2020

I'm not a fan of the Pokémon franchise and I've never played any of the games or seen one of the cartoons or movies. I just knew that Pikachu existed and that he was the face of the game and cartoon franchise. Anyway, the film is quiteI'm not a fan of the Pokémon franchise and I've never played any of the games or seen one of the cartoons or movies. I just knew that Pikachu existed and that he was the face of the game and cartoon franchise. Anyway, the film is quite entertaining and has an interesting story. The film arrested me for its beginning of mystery that reminded me of some episodes of detective series. (I love detective stories :)). The CGI of the Pokémon are great. It is not something that makes us feel strange at the beginning of the film, because it really looks like they are there. I loved the characters presented (Psyduck is my favorite: 3) and found the ending a little predictable. (I don't mean the villain from the movie>… Expand

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ryanechoDec 24, 2019

In hindsight, if I were actually a Pokémon fan I'd probably like this movie a lot more or maybe even a lot less. As it stands though, this was very average to me and a bit boring at parts.

I was going to only give it a 6/10 until the ending.In hindsight, if I were actually a Pokémon fan I'd probably like this movie a lot more or maybe even a lot less. As it stands though, this was very average to me and a bit boring at parts.

I was going to only give it a 6/10 until the ending. Finding out why the main character could understand Pikachu. I won't spoil it but just know it was actually pretty darn heart warming.

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Witto150Dec 25, 2019

It's a long time since I saw DP, so I may not remember everything. I'm a fan, and Mewtwo is my absolute favorite pokemon since the first movie. So I may be biased here ^_^; I caught some Easter Eggs, I enjoyed the animation (one of the bestIt's a long time since I saw DP, so I may not remember everything. I'm a fan, and Mewtwo is my absolute favorite pokemon since the first movie. So I may be biased here ^_^; I caught some Easter Eggs, I enjoyed the animation (one of the best CGI I have seen), the voice acting was good (I saw Czech dab which isn't usually this good in my ears), and the story wasn't half bad.

Yes, it has its flaws. Some things felt like "it has to happen as we had no better idea", but there weren't so many of them. For me, the weirdest was the ending. Kinda anti-climatic I would say. I expected something showier (like in the first movies), but it was still okay.

I know some pokemon looked weird or creepy, but those weren't on the screen for so long. some jokes may have been for older people, but I know the manga can be quite dark in places too.

to sum it up - every Pokemon fan will enjoy it, those outside of the fandom may not so much. but if you get this movie on the disc or not Netflix or anywhere else, give it a go. You may find a rare gem for yourself ;-)… Expand

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mrshallsclassJan 29, 2020

This movie is an electrifying film. This movie shows how pokemon get along with humans. The pokemon REALLY argue. My favorite part is when Pikachu is drinking coffee. I think you should see this movie if you like Pikachu.

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Billy1764Feb 18, 2020

While I do respect the movie for staying true to it's source, it's more of a compensation for the lack of humor and entertainment the film provides. It's bland and boring, and it feels as if the movie relied too much on the animation. TheWhile I do respect the movie for staying true to it's source, it's more of a compensation for the lack of humor and entertainment the film provides. It's bland and boring, and it feels as if the movie relied too much on the animation. The obvious source for humor is supposed to be the casting choice of Ryan Renolds, but not only is it distracting, it's not funny either. Overall, while it's definitely a lot better than other video game movies, it's still not a very good movie.… Expand

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WhisperingGhostFeb 24, 2020

Straight money grab. They will continue making mediocre movies like this because people will keep paying to see their favorite video game characters on the big screen regardless of how crappy the movie actually is. (I’m guilty also.) All IStraight money grab. They will continue making mediocre movies like this because people will keep paying to see their favorite video game characters on the big screen regardless of how crappy the movie actually is. (I’m guilty also.) All I can say is that the character models of the Pokemon were cool. Could have been an awesome film. Oh well..… Expand

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bradens584Dec 19, 2020

Detective Pikachu is a passable movie. It’s just exactly what you’d think a Detective Pikachu movie starring Ryan Reynolds would be like. It was formulaic, sometimes painfully so, but had some nice jokes and dialogue along the way. But it’sDetective Pikachu is a passable movie. It’s just exactly what you’d think a Detective Pikachu movie starring Ryan Reynolds would be like. It was formulaic, sometimes painfully so, but had some nice jokes and dialogue along the way. But it’s the effects that really make the movie at points, they manage to capture the art style very well, and some of the CGI is downright impressive. The story was alright, if not a little bland, but towards the end, where it became too ambitious and confusing for a Detective Pikachu movie. Ryan Reynolds does great as the titular character and Justice Smith is fine as the lead. That pretty much describes the entire film: fine.… Expand

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wayrezMay 16, 2020

Detective Pikachu is not quite able to create a coherent story from his confusing mythology, and the weak detective part makes his wink to noir detectives inappropriate. But it is unlikely to scare away Pokemon fans and children who came toDetective Pikachu is not quite able to create a coherent story from his confusing mythology, and the weak detective part makes his wink to noir detectives inappropriate. But it is unlikely to scare away Pokemon fans and children who came to see Rime City with familiar pocket animals.… Expand

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DogeGamer2015Aug 12, 2021

Es una buena aventura con los personajes de la franquicia Pokémon; la trama es decente y los efectos especiales son excelentes; es recomendable.

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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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WaterMeLoan64Jun 1, 2020

What Detective Pikachu does is something suprisng: Care. It makes you care about Tim Goodman and his journey to find his mising father. It makes you care about the world of Pokémon and the people who live in it.

Easily the Best Video GameWhat Detective Pikachu does is something suprisng: Care. It makes you care about Tim Goodman and his journey to find his mising father. It makes you care about the world of Pokémon and the people who live in it.

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INU4SH4Jul 4, 2020

As a fan of Pokemon (not a huge one though), I enjoyed this movie. It was a fun watch, for the most part, thanks to its pretty good CGI and decent action scenes. My main issue with the movie was its story. It was definitely the movie'sAs a fan of Pokemon (not a huge one though), I enjoyed this movie. It was a fun watch, for the most part, thanks to its pretty good CGI and decent action scenes. My main issue with the movie was its story. It was definitely the movie's weakest point but did not kill the enjoyment.

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Toasty87Jul 18, 2020

It's good but the plot and script is questionable plus the SJW vibes disturbs me.

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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.

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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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MangoturtleDec 7, 2020

A new spin on Pokémon that I thought would be terrible. But to be perfectly honest, it was a pretty good movie.

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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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MaddoxWhiteApr 24, 2021

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

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jak645May 5, 2021

Pokemon fur as good rendering ... the story and the plots are **** awful ... don't waste your time with this ****

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christian2021Dec 15, 2021

I was really skeptical about the movie, the reviews were either one of confusement by general audience, disappointment by fans and harsh bashing from professional critics. Still a solid base loved the movie, and after watching it I understandI was really skeptical about the movie, the reviews were either one of confusement by general audience, disappointment by fans and harsh bashing from professional critics. Still a solid base loved the movie, and after watching it I understand why. The movie is more like Blade Runner than the Pokemon cartoon it is based on, and for a movie that’s based on a game that’s about having pokemon battle each other it has very little direct action, and I do have some criticism which I will get back to because this last point was a unnecessary slap in the face to the die hard fans. The fans hated it because it wasn’t like the series, critics are just critics and general audience was confused by a solid grimdark detective movie set in a silly pokemon world. That the movie was dark helps with the CGI effects, and gives the movie a very dark tone which is strengthened by the fact that yes, pokemon can and do in fact kill humans if lose control. A lot of criticism is aimed at the script, which unwarranted because for once a video game adaptation has a solid plot which you can follow and even has a few satisfying twists and set ups with pay offs. The pacing is also great, it pushes the movie along without leaving you behind. The characters are very likable, the main character comes off as unlikable in the beginning as a bland insurance appraiser with his Ash Ketchum buddy seemingly should be the main character, and you are left wondering, “what’s happening? Why are we following the insurance salesman and not Ash Ketchum lookalike?” but this twists later after he meets pikachu, it adds to his character, he is flawed but becomes a hero by the end, how it’s supposed to be. The female costar comes off as typical Disney obnoxious reporter already at the top, but twist in second scene you realize she is at the bottom working herself up and she is likable with her psyduck partner. As for the actual plot of the villain, like most monster or fantastical movies its asinine in many ways like Ridley Scotts Prometheus, like but still it works because the detective story is what’s interesting and the main plot is the mystery of Pikachu and not really Mewtwo. And Ryan Reynolds Pikachu was truly amazing, he gives the little yellow mouse or whatever so much personality you can’t help but love him. And I see many cricism saying the movie was not funny, I was laughing out loud at many jokes Reynolds Pikachu comes with, it is not in your face and I think most of the jokes flew by people not paying attention to the dialogue because there isn’t any slapstick humor. And to get back to the criticism with the slap in the face of the diehard fans, this movie has a 20min running scene in a forest and mountain which doesn’t add anything to the movie, the visuals look great, but in order to give some deserved fanservice to the pokemon fans out there these 20minutes should have been spent showing off a proper Pokemon Battle in the Stadium, we see a 5sec visual of two Pokemon trainers going at it at a grand arena, and it looks freaking amazing, I would have loved to watched that battle and this would have satiated the fans, I don’t think it would have been more expensive because the moving forest/mountain pokemon scene surely also was expensive af but using that money and time on a proper 20min battle in the stadium as a bro nod to the fans would have pushed this movie to a 10/10 and made the fans happy too. Surprisingly good and enjoyable film.… Expand

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DarkwingSchmuckJul 9, 2023

Detective Pikachu is surprisingly not awful. It's not particularly good, but it's not awful. Its two young leads are very well cast, Ryan Reynolds is funny, it has some heart, and there's even a charming little twist that ties the whole thingDetective Pikachu is surprisingly not awful. It's not particularly good, but it's not awful. Its two young leads are very well cast, Ryan Reynolds is funny, it has some heart, and there's even a charming little twist that ties the whole thing together. I also really liked the kid-friendly Blade Runner look to the city. Unfortunately, next to nothing was done with its "detective" theme. Instead of aping Who Framed Roger Rabbit, they tried to force Marvel levels of action into a story that didn't warrant it.… Expand

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superfrog281Aug 24, 2023

It's pretty slow-paced, which made it a bit underwhelming to me, but its special effects and funny performances are more than enough to save it. I'm not a pokemon fan, but ryan reynolds is still charming as Pikachu. And it has a good story toIt's pretty slow-paced, which made it a bit underwhelming to me, but its special effects and funny performances are more than enough to save it. I'm not a pokemon fan, but ryan reynolds is still charming as Pikachu. And it has a good story to fit the movie.… Expand

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DolphinReviewsJul 20, 2022

It's a weird choice for the first live action Pokémon film but it does a good job adapting the Detective Pikachu 3ds game. Would be a lot better of a movie if some of the human acting was better and if it didn't have the awful twist ending.

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CarlElmoreNov 22, 2022

Ryan Reynolds isn't as funny as you guys say he is. I just didn't care about anything going on in this film.

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NRG_MHJun 28, 2023

It's a decent movie even if you haven't played the game it's based on. The CGI is so good that it makes me feel like Ryme City is an actual place in the world that you can visit, the plot was a bit basic but it was still a decent plot noneIt's a decent movie even if you haven't played the game it's based on. The CGI is so good that it makes me feel like Ryme City is an actual place in the world that you can visit, the plot was a bit basic but it was still a decent plot none the less, the characters felt like they all had a purpose in the movie in one way or another and to top it all off this movie started what I like to call the Video Game adaptation renaissance! (basically when game movies and shows started getting actually good). I'd totally reccomend this film to anyone who is/was a Pokemon fan (even if I only gave it a 6).… Expand

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