Rambo
Lionsgate | Release Date: January 25, 2008
7.8
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moviebuffJan 29, 2008
Tony montana are you in need of some counseling possibly?? Maybe some issues to discuss?? If anyone has ever taken the time to watch a Rambo movie it is not all fluff and frills, it is war. War is blood, this is what you expect when Tony montana are you in need of some counseling possibly?? Maybe some issues to discuss?? If anyone has ever taken the time to watch a Rambo movie it is not all fluff and frills, it is war. War is blood, this is what you expect when purchasing the tickets.… Expand
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ToddMJan 30, 2008
The MPAA rating says it all, "strong graphic bloody violence...." this movie would turn a gay man straight.
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BenR.Feb 1, 2008
Second best Rambo movie. Despite its over the top violence it really made me wonder what was going on in Burma.
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bambamFeb 12, 2008
Good graphics no story no point not like any other Rambo. Unfortunately made me uncomfortable like Stallone ran out of money and is taking his past successes out for another spin
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AndrewFeb 13, 2008
Very entertaining movie.
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BrandonE.Feb 17, 2008
I am a Rambo fan since First Blood So I was excited and anxious when I heard This was being filmed. I did go into this thinking Stallone may have a hard time pulling Rambo off at his age, but the story and play fit pretty good with his life I am a Rambo fan since First Blood So I was excited and anxious when I heard This was being filmed. I did go into this thinking Stallone may have a hard time pulling Rambo off at his age, but the story and play fit pretty good with his life timeline as Rambo. Stallone is still in pretty good shape for his age. The acting was somewhat slow at times but bearable. I must admit that I was absolutely awed by the Graphic brutality that Stallone was obviously trying to portray of the Burmese Army. I believe this was Stallone's way of showing the world the Burmese situation. This film is as Much a political cry for the Burmese people as it was showing Evil getting it's just due in the end. Having said all that I was pleasantly surprised by this Movies message and stunned at the same time that humans can be that brutal and evil to one another. It is a different type of Rambo, but a good one in my mind.… Expand
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AdamM.Feb 19, 2008
No matter what any of the critics can say about the film, it delivers. Anyone going into this movie expecting the storyline of a Braveheart or even Saving Private Ryan would have to be kidding themselves. This movie gives the fans exactly No matter what any of the critics can say about the film, it delivers. Anyone going into this movie expecting the storyline of a Braveheart or even Saving Private Ryan would have to be kidding themselves. This movie gives the fans exactly what they would hope to see. Action, explosions, blood, guts, and Stallone coming out as a bad ass. Truly a GREAT guy flick.… Expand
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AmselJ.Feb 27, 2008
Best Rambo movie so far, considering that all the others were not that entertaining.
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PeterSFeb 28, 2008
A film under any other name would be just as sweet? In this case no. This film really should be lauded for bringing the atrocities in Myanmar/Burma to the general populace... but by veiling it under the name of this tired action franchise it A film under any other name would be just as sweet? In this case no. This film really should be lauded for bringing the atrocities in Myanmar/Burma to the general populace... but by veiling it under the name of this tired action franchise it turns it into a 'boys film' when what it really should do is be used as a tool to get something done about the crisis. It is one of those films where the graphic nature MAY, just about, justified. However, this does not detract from the fact that Sylvester Stalonne's acting and directing abilities are too wooden for words. Better than Rambos II and III.… Expand
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JoeyW.Feb 5, 2008
There is no doubt that this movie is built around as many fight scenes as possible. And although the plot was shaky and acting was bad, the fight scenes were truly amazing, and the way Rambo kills the hundreds of people that he does is truly There is no doubt that this movie is built around as many fight scenes as possible. And although the plot was shaky and acting was bad, the fight scenes were truly amazing, and the way Rambo kills the hundreds of people that he does is truly awesome! Also I think it was smart of Stalone to leave himself nearly two different lines in the first quarter of the movie.… Expand
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JagMar 13, 2008
This movie was surprisingly interesting in the begging. when I saw the trailers I'm like ''Tit doesn't seem like anything spacial. Just another violent action movie''. Man was I wrong it was very satisfying This movie was surprisingly interesting in the begging. when I saw the trailers I'm like ''Tit doesn't seem like anything spacial. Just another violent action movie''. Man was I wrong it was very satisfying rambo didn't have enough lines so it made it difficult to understand who he was and the movie was a bit to short or atleast it seemed to be. If you like was action this movie is for you.… Expand
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RobertLMar 14, 2008
Does exactly what it says on the tin! Classical 80s action flick with up-to-date special effects and sound. A brutal gore-fest of exuberant proportions, but it makes for one hell of a roller-coaster ride. Forget the lack of deep character Does exactly what it says on the tin! Classical 80s action flick with up-to-date special effects and sound. A brutal gore-fest of exuberant proportions, but it makes for one hell of a roller-coaster ride. Forget the lack of deep character development and insight into the human condition, that's not what this film ever promised to be about.… Expand
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RonnieMar 5, 2008
Brutal..... Bloody.... and Brilliant.... forget what some of these foolish critics say... if you like Rambo 1st blood then you will love Rambo 4... the various ways in which the enemy die keep you compelled to whats going on in the film and Brutal..... Bloody.... and Brilliant.... forget what some of these foolish critics say... if you like Rambo 1st blood then you will love Rambo 4... the various ways in which the enemy die keep you compelled to whats going on in the film and the supporting cast also deserve a round of applause... 10 out of 10 easily.… Expand
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ZinegataApr 27, 2008
What the critics don't get - and why they keep giving it bad reviews - is that at its core Rambo is not an action flick. It just looks like one - although to be fair that's also part of its appeal. Instead, the new Rambo is really What the critics don't get - and why they keep giving it bad reviews - is that at its core Rambo is not an action flick. It just looks like one - although to be fair that's also part of its appeal. Instead, the new Rambo is really a war movie. It has more in common with Saving Private Ryan or Black Hawk Down than something like Die Hard or Terminator. It's a film about soldiers - and what they have to endure to make sure the rest of us can sleep safe at night. (In fact, listen carefully to the music near the end of the movie. There are several pieces that are very similar the to music played at the beginning of Saving Private Ryan) As Rambo himself said to the mercenaries, "This is what we do. This is who we are. Live for nothing, or die for something." And there's nothing wrong with that.… Expand
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TrentonD.Apr 29, 2008
The movie did have a slower start, but it fits perfectly with all of the other Rambos. The ending was perfect because he finally came "full circle" like it was discussed in Rambo III. Good movie and full of action.
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JayH.May 21, 2008
As an action movie it is good. There are plenty of explosions and so forth. But Stallone...he has had two hits his entire career - Rocky and Rambo, and he just never let's up capitalizing on the only things that made money for him. As an action movie it is good. There are plenty of explosions and so forth. But Stallone...he has had two hits his entire career - Rocky and Rambo, and he just never let's up capitalizing on the only things that made money for him. Tiresome. Excessively violent, unnecessarily so.… Expand
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PaulCMay 22, 2008
Love the Rambo movies. This one is like the other Rambo movies. It is refreshing to see a war where somebody has some balls unlike president Bush
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DayByDayMay 28, 2008
This is war people. War is not a game of peace and love for all you hippies out there. Great job Rambo. I also want to add that he did not want to go in there, but when others bring the war to him, watch out!!!
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KeithA.May 30, 2008
This one KICKS ASS! I look forward to the next one, hopefully he does the Mexican script.
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TheBigmacJun 1, 2008
Don't listen to the critics on this one. (Or on any other for that matter). They're nothing but a bunch of artsie wannabees who wouldn't know hardcore action if it hit them in the face. Listen to the users on this one. If Don't listen to the critics on this one. (Or on any other for that matter). They're nothing but a bunch of artsie wannabees who wouldn't know hardcore action if it hit them in the face. Listen to the users on this one. If you're expecting Schindler's list out of this movie you're in the wrong place. If on the other hand you're expecting to revive those nostalgic Saturday afternoons of yore loaded with prisoners of war and delta force, you're in for a treat. I've never seen the carnage of war depicted so viscerally and at the same time so realistically as in here. And the result, kicks ass. I have a newfound respect for Stallone as a director and I will certainly follow his upcoming projects from now on. Thia movie f*ckin rocks!… Expand
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AndyPJun 17, 2008
I wasn't expecting much, but the new Rambo is destined to become a cult classic. The violence is way over the top and the story line the same. I laughed out loud four or five times. Not a war movie or an action movie, what I relate it I wasn't expecting much, but the new Rambo is destined to become a cult classic. The violence is way over the top and the story line the same. I laughed out loud four or five times. Not a war movie or an action movie, what I relate it to is a Italian horror flick. Ridiculous and and fabulous at the same time, but not for the faint of heart or haters of blood and guts.… Expand
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MiKEJun 2, 2008
Very enjoyable, very graphic and brutal action scenes. decent story, but the ending left me wanting more. Overall a big suprise in how good the movie was.
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JimAJan 24, 2008
Any critic that hates on this film should be fired from their job for incompetence. With that being said RAMBO captures what has been missing in action movies for the past ten years, hard core, realistic, down and dirty brutality. This is Any critic that hates on this film should be fired from their job for incompetence. With that being said RAMBO captures what has been missing in action movies for the past ten years, hard core, realistic, down and dirty brutality. This is not only the best RAMBO by far, but it is the best action flick in a decade. A MUST SEE for true action fans.… Expand
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RobS.Jan 25, 2008
This movie Rocks...just don't bring your girlfriend...unless she likes gore!
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AndyH.Jan 25, 2008
Welcome back you big beautiful killing machine! Bravo!!!!
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PJJan 25, 2008
Badass movie. Could've been longer tho.
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BetadogJan 25, 2008
Unreal!!! the olf guy can still pull it off. this movie is great.
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TylerG.Jan 26, 2008
Do not go expecting something great. I realize this movie isnt the greatest film ever but it is what it is and that is an extremely gory action film that entertains from beginning to end. This is a must see for any action film fan.
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MikeJ.Jan 26, 2008
I've always loved the Rambo movies. This one was excellent in my opinion. I dont know how all the critics gave it the crappy reviews they did. It was badass. I definetly go see it again. Can't wait for it to come out on Bluray!
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DeanV.Jan 26, 2008
Terrible......disgusting and idiotic.
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EricY.Jan 26, 2008
There will NOT be another movie this year with this much action or explosions and dead bad guys. This movie was action-packed and it was awesome. Sly did make this movie for the fans and once again has proven that the critics don't know There will NOT be another movie this year with this much action or explosions and dead bad guys. This movie was action-packed and it was awesome. Sly did make this movie for the fans and once again has proven that the critics don't know anything. Great movie!… Expand
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RambofanJan 26, 2008
This movie was excellent, Stallone still got it!
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JohnR.Jan 26, 2008
Go See RAMBO! Pure Carnage, Good vs Evil, exactly what you want from a Rambo movie. This movie does not hold anything back. I will definitely see it again.
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JizzleJan 26, 2008
Remember when you were young and went to see action movies back in the 80's? Well be prepared to take a trip down memory lane as this movie literally made me feel like a kid again. If you are male and went to see this movie and were Remember when you were young and went to see action movies back in the 80's? Well be prepared to take a trip down memory lane as this movie literally made me feel like a kid again. If you are male and went to see this movie and were "disturbed" or "disgusted" please make sure to check inside your pants and further clarify that you are still a man.… Expand
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ToddJan 26, 2008
Movie rocked! A must see, most intense action movie I have seen in LONG time. This one will have you on the edge of your seat the whole movie.
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BrianR.Jan 26, 2008
This movie was pretty lame. Another Stallone attempt to become relevant again. In this film, Rambo once again administers lone gunman justice to a mob of one-dimensional asian soldier stereotypes. The action is so over-the-top to be This movie was pretty lame. Another Stallone attempt to become relevant again. In this film, Rambo once again administers lone gunman justice to a mob of one-dimensional asian soldier stereotypes. The action is so over-the-top to be borderline psychotic. It's the movie equivalent of Viagra for aging action stars and fans.… Expand
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AndrewTJan 26, 2008
No newspaper reviews do this movie justice. I saw Cloverfield and Sweeny Todd recently, but both failed to capture me like Rambo did. Its not just about the blinding gore or heart-pounding action, this movie is great! Negative reviews of No newspaper reviews do this movie justice. I saw Cloverfield and Sweeny Todd recently, but both failed to capture me like Rambo did. Its not just about the blinding gore or heart-pounding action, this movie is great! Negative reviews of this film obviously stem from biased critics without the backbone to admit it is a good movie. Their reviews were written the moment they heard Stallone was making another Rambo.… Expand
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TjR.Jan 27, 2008
It will blow you away! This is an action movie, It is called RAMBO. I'm not sure what some of these critics expected, a love-story? Rambo conforms to a mythic archetype that has been around as long as people have written stories. he is It will blow you away! This is an action movie, It is called RAMBO. I'm not sure what some of these critics expected, a love-story? Rambo conforms to a mythic archetype that has been around as long as people have written stories. he is Beowulf, Achilles, all the warrior-heroes of antiquity rolled into one. In a world where we are used to incompetence, impotence and prevarication by politicians and leaders Rambo is a man who simply acts! We all wish the world were that simple and for 90 minutes it so wonderfully is.… Expand
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TristanTJan 27, 2008
If you paid to see a movie with deep story and an intricate plot, why would you see Rambo IV? I went into this movie hoping to see an action packed blood bath and this movie delivered 5 fold. It makes the opening scene of Saving Private Ryan If you paid to see a movie with deep story and an intricate plot, why would you see Rambo IV? I went into this movie hoping to see an action packed blood bath and this movie delivered 5 fold. It makes the opening scene of Saving Private Ryan look like the Lion King. This might just be the first movie I ever buy on DVD.… Expand
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AaronS.Jan 27, 2008
I liked this movie.
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JohnramboJan 27, 2008
I just watched this movie and I was not disappointed! This movie makes you thankful that you live in America and not some third world country. Don't go by critic reviews, see this movie!
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JoeJan 27, 2008
Simply, GREAT! If you like any of the previous Rambo movies than this will in no way disappoint. IMO this was the BEST of the series!
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HappymanJan 27, 2008
This really is the best action movie of the decade, Gitty, violent, over the top and I loved every moment of it
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FadiMJan 27, 2008
What can I really say, Stallone's still got it, an amazing movie. Go out and watch it, best of the year. Thank you Sylvester Stallone.
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BenJ.Jan 28, 2008
Is there really something to enjoy in what basically amounts to a Burmese snuff film? The action scenes were all technically well done. The scenes were never confusing and reminiscent of 80's actioners in feel. The action continually Is there really something to enjoy in what basically amounts to a Burmese snuff film? The action scenes were all technically well done. The scenes were never confusing and reminiscent of 80's actioners in feel. The action continually ups the ante in terms of both excitement and gore. The violence is never bogged down by a deep plot. But that may be the problem right there. Everything around the action scenes was deeply troubling. The dialogue and the acting was all pretty terrible, but the half-hearted attempt at some sort of morality was what is really disturbing about this film. And before anyone says "Dude, it's Rambo, don't go searching for deeper meanings," I am just responding to what Stallone as writer and director put in the movie. It's in there, so I am going to comment on it. I will say that I am glad there was at least an attempt at some sort of commentary or deeper meaning, because otherwise it would've been just an almost pornographic series of gruesome killings. However, the morality of film is so muddled that I'm not convinced Stallone even knew what he was trying to say. Violence solves everything? Don't try to make positive change? You can't change your nature? What? And I don't even want to get into the implications regarding race in the movie. The film ends up being completely soulless. The action is impressive, but only for the fact that it is completely relentless. The film tries so desperately to make all the violence about something, but ultimately fails, and the audience is left wondering what the point was.… Expand
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MikePJan 28, 2008
The whole movie can summed up like this: Intro, meet major characters (15 mins). Plot line 1 (15 mins) Plot twist which drives the rest of the movie. (5 mins) The rest of the film is one big action scene (35 very fast minutes) into 5 minute The whole movie can summed up like this: Intro, meet major characters (15 mins). Plot line 1 (15 mins) Plot twist which drives the rest of the movie. (5 mins) The rest of the film is one big action scene (35 very fast minutes) into 5 minute conclusion (roll credits, queue laughter) The interaction between good old John R and the female do gooder, set the pace for the movie. Her "negotiation" to get Rambo to take them up river is all of 4 lines of dialog and 30 seconds of screen time. I exaggerate slightly, but this is a common flaw of the Film. The plot is simple, to be expected. Which is why I don't understand the lack of any sort of character development beyond the superficial first impression we're given. It feels like the movie was constructed to rush us through the ride like a bad amusement park. Everything just starts and ends way too quickly. I was just getting into the movie when the credits rolled. What I saw, I really enjoyed. The action was fast and gory like a classic 1980's movie. No sign of bad CGI. The targets of Rambo's rage all explode into red oatmeal like goop. What action there was, they did a great job with It was simply way too short to get higher than an 8.… Expand
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WillP.Jan 28, 2008
Wow, what a ride. Rambo offers an unadulterated, boiled down depiction of the warlord-driven and uncontrolled human rights situation in many countries in the world today. Rambo is stoic and statuesque in his actions, but in my opinion, Wow, what a ride. Rambo offers an unadulterated, boiled down depiction of the warlord-driven and uncontrolled human rights situation in many countries in the world today. Rambo is stoic and statuesque in his actions, but in my opinion, making him all the more bad ass. The violence in this movie is gruesome and sometimes overwhelming, but never gratuitous. The basic message is that war sucks, and it is here to stay. The only reason this movie got a 9 instead of 10 is that sometimes the dialogue is poorly executed (mainly the group of missionaries), but in every other way this movie is awesome. Don't listen to the critics: this is bad ass at it's best.… Expand
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DanS.Jan 28, 2008
If you want action, here you go. Rambo is not a good all around movie, but when you go to a Stallone film, is your first thought, "I hope there is a solid plot" NO! You want action, and Rambo serves it on a golden platter.
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JackJan 29, 2008
Lots of intense, explicit action. Don't get me wrong I loved First Blood and action movies, but this movie is so bad that we were laughing out loud in the theater! The movie shouldn't be taken very seriously anyway, though, since Lots of intense, explicit action. Don't get me wrong I loved First Blood and action movies, but this movie is so bad that we were laughing out loud in the theater! The movie shouldn't be taken very seriously anyway, though, since it is so dumb. We actually have a club that nominates the dumbest movies each year, vote, and then go see it all together. So far this film is leading our tally by a wide margin. Looks like I will be seeing it again. High comedy!… Expand
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ArtF.Jan 29, 2008
Look people, genocide goes on all over the world. While the ability of one man to survive such events is all Hollywood, the underlying story and violence is probably illustrated more accurately in this movie than any other fake propane Look people, genocide goes on all over the world. While the ability of one man to survive such events is all Hollywood, the underlying story and violence is probably illustrated more accurately in this movie than any other fake propane explosion that Hollywood has ever created. This is what it feels like to see people ripped to pieces by high explosives and large caliber bullets. As a fan of well done action, this war movie is without peer. Talk to some of the folks coming home from Iraq who have been too close to an IED or had to pick up what was left of Pat Tillman. As for the acting, it was just what the story called for. Characters close to caricature but not so simple as to be ridiculous or unsympathetic. There is more entertainment and REAL message in this short film than all six of the last Star Wars and the Lord of the Rings films. See it and the next time you see a village in Africa that has been wiped out by gangs with heavy guns on … Expand
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JasonB.Jan 29, 2008
Bloody, gore, loved it.
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DanR.Jan 29, 2008
It's a Rambo movie everyone. Don't take yourselves so seriously. It was fun.
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JoeJ.Jan 31, 2008
Great movie, awesome actions scenes, the story could have been better much better but amazing.
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JasonGFeb 22, 2008
Best one yet, I love action and gore and it has both. If you don't like action, gore or violence, don't rate it, don't even watch it, opinions are like a**holes, every one has one.
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MartinA.Feb 23, 2008
Absolutely brilliant! Entertained the whole way through with great direction. the action was graphic yet realistic, the storyline worked well and in the end it had heart. Well done Sly.
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ShakirA.Feb 24, 2008
Film was great, 10/10 easily great film to watch. A must see.
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ShaunCMar 22, 2008
Excellent film....Yes its gory, and yes there are scenes where children get killed...But these things happen over there. That was what Stallone tried to get across, the horrifying things that happen that the general world doesnt know about. Excellent film....Yes its gory, and yes there are scenes where children get killed...But these things happen over there. That was what Stallone tried to get across, the horrifying things that happen that the general world doesnt know about. And as for Rambo not having much to say, he never did in any of his films. In First Blood (the original), Rambo was a quiet person who just wanted to be left alone until he was pushed too far by the local law enforcement. He's the same in this, just wants his quiet life until he is again forced into fighting to save peoples lives. Excellent film, blood thirsty but what do people think real warfare is, a slap round the face. My girlfriend loved it, she hates violent films but understood what the film was trying to get across.… Expand
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AquinD.Mar 24, 2008
Superb action, very fast and a decent plot.
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AndyC.Apr 26, 2008
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SubigyaS.May 19, 2008
Truth is that, this movie isn't just a movie. It depicts what a civil war is. This movie is not lame, and it is not about an oil war. Oil war is no war, thats not the real war! We should all be aware that war kills people and that is Truth is that, this movie isn't just a movie. It depicts what a civil war is. This movie is not lame, and it is not about an oil war. Oil war is no war, thats not the real war! We should all be aware that war kills people and that is what is depicted here, in a truly graphic sequence. yes, it might be too graphic for somebody hiding behind the shadow of the 50 stars, but, this movie shows that the violence, exists, and it does. Maybe one Rambo and one sharpshooter can not realistically stop it, but at least, they can try. Hope ! Stallone did a fantastic job of portraying the brutality and the violence that takes place in Civil wars...yes, he does seem to have superpowers, which is unrealistic, but the movie experience is gr8.… Expand
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asylumspadezNov 26, 2011
Easily the best Rambo film in the franchise. Its a good way to send off such a classic action hero. Stallone was at his best in this film and it was good from start to finish.
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avi-sMar 27, 2011
Great action movie that was severely under rated by the critics! If you're a fan of any of the previous Rambo films then this is a must see. I think the soundtrack also deserves a special mention as well as the excellent yet simpleGreat action movie that was severely under rated by the critics! If you're a fan of any of the previous Rambo films then this is a must see. I think the soundtrack also deserves a special mention as well as the excellent yet simple portrayal of the main character. Visceral!… Expand
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chardr69Jun 22, 2011
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Extremely bloody and gory fourth installment to the Rambo franchise. In my opinion, also the best. A very simple story of missionaries hiring Rambo to take them into war-torn Burma. Missionaries getting captured by ruthless hostile forces. Mercenaries getting Rambo to take them into Burma to save missionaries. Rambo having to kick-ass and save all of them.… Expand
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Khunter4382May 31, 2011
Kick ass, ball busting, gut pounding, non-stop action flick that has enormous conviction and emotional resonance! The theme of this film is so devastating, both emotionally and physically, and you just can't stop yourself wanting to see RamboKick ass, ball busting, gut pounding, non-stop action flick that has enormous conviction and emotional resonance! The theme of this film is so devastating, both emotionally and physically, and you just can't stop yourself wanting to see Rambo kick even more ass! This film hit every target with a bullseye!… Expand
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TyranianApr 12, 2019
While it is more contemplative than previous films Rambo is hampered by a wafer-plot and dodgy screenplay. Stallone is good as though.
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imthenoobDec 7, 2012
A very fitting end to a great action hero. One could argue that it even gives First Blood a run for it's money. Stallone is at his best here imo. I liked it.
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KhronikosAug 13, 2018
Rambo is not a perfect film, but its reviews truly do not belay its quality. Some of the major outlets got the film, but we were just entering the PC phase that has now turned itself over and inside out.

This film is really brutal, and itRambo is not a perfect film, but its reviews truly do not belay its quality. Some of the major outlets got the film, but we were just entering the PC phase that has now turned itself over and inside out.

This film is really brutal, and it will turn off some people. That doesn't mean that it's not realistic in places. The dialogue is mostly good with some funny one liners. There are a few questionable sequences, but you can only ask so much out of an action film. It's not better than the first, but it is right up there, and entirely more visceral. It blows most action films out of the water, which is hilarious since a lot of top critics you see that gave negative reviews for this film would give some of the worst Bond films and Comic Book films positive scores. I get that Rambo is not for the faint of heart, but it has a decent story with likeable characters for the most part. It is basically a kind of Predator film in that way, except the monster is a ruthless dictator.

At any rate it also has some beautiful shots of Burma, and the overall quality of the film is sharp and colorful. The night sequences are well done, and altogether there are only a few action films that are better than this one in the last decade. Period.… Expand
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Captain_KirkAug 16, 2012
The level of violence and brutality may turn off some, but it's an undeniably entertaining action movie that proves Stallone still has it in him for a man of his age.
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gzayas91Jul 27, 2018
DAMN! What a badass film. So gritty and graphic that Stallone has ever made. Good thing that he made movie that place Burma Civil War that a lot of people wasn't aware of. Awesome movie, Mr. Stallone.
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LoRevisorJan 19, 2015
O Que posso dizer,não esperava tanto de Rambo IV,mas subestimei Stallone mas pode deixar que essa é a primeira e última vez.
Brilhantemente escrito,dirigido e atuado por Sylvester Stallone!!!.
Excelente história criada por Sly,uma certaO Que posso dizer,não esperava tanto de Rambo IV,mas subestimei Stallone mas pode deixar que essa é a primeira e última vez.
Brilhantemente escrito,dirigido e atuado por Sylvester Stallone!!!.
Excelente história criada por Sly,uma certa cena de guerra no filme comove. Um excelente entretenimento,sangrento,cheio de ação e cheio de mensagem.… Expand
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thecursedonesJun 15, 2013
Although this film lacks an original story and the acting is sub par at best, the over the top violence and unrealistic action scenes help make this film decent enough to watch it at least once.
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gracjanskiFeb 15, 2022
Almost a perfect Rambo movie and for sure better then 2nd or 3rd Rambo: The action is amazing: so brutal and realistic. Finally Rambo is not alone killing everyone, but in a team and therefore more realistic. Stallone plays his characterAlmost a perfect Rambo movie and for sure better then 2nd or 3rd Rambo: The action is amazing: so brutal and realistic. Finally Rambo is not alone killing everyone, but in a team and therefore more realistic. Stallone plays his character perfectly and interesting. The setting is good, the atmosphere and music are also well done. And the movie is not so politically correct like the 2 before, there are even some nice political incorrect dialogues.

There are only little problems: the story could be more detailed, especially some explanations for some behaviours are missing or too superfically written. In addition the movie could be a little bit longer.… Expand
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YoloSwag4DogeJun 5, 2018
Yah know, I have no doubt in my mind that if Rambo didn't exist, neither would the far cry series. The amount of similarities is uncanny. This movie was always catered to the violence loving, shooter gaming crowd. If you don't like seeingYah know, I have no doubt in my mind that if Rambo didn't exist, neither would the far cry series. The amount of similarities is uncanny. This movie was always catered to the violence loving, shooter gaming crowd. If you don't like seeing rambo meat shred with a massive gun, you ain't ever gonna like the final rambo… Expand
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CineAutoctonoApr 10, 2017
"Rambo" a.k.a. Rambo 4 was a half-length film, but with much more violence, to which we were accustomed with the character, Sylvester Stallone, the action scenes, and locations were the main feature of the film, the rest should not be formalized.
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ThenewoneDec 30, 2015
What Hell 7 "professional critics" make negative reviews,is inadmissible the story is great, the dialogues is smart the action is amazing and nostalgic Rambo IV, Rocks...
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ZaynhewsonjavadApr 2, 2016
Underrated, Movie, Great Story+Great Acting+Great Action= A Great Rambo Movie................................................................................................................................................
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BroyaxSep 29, 2021
Il s’agit du quatrième Rambo si je ne m’abuse et c’est déjà le Rambo de trop… quoiqu’auparavant, on pouvait (déjà) trouver à y redire, notamment à l’égard d’un certain Rambo 3 qui faisait le zouave en Afghanistan… non, bien avant, c’était duIl s’agit du quatrième Rambo si je ne m’abuse et c’est déjà le Rambo de trop… quoiqu’auparavant, on pouvait (déjà) trouver à y redire, notamment à l’égard d’un certain Rambo 3 qui faisait le zouave en Afghanistan… non, bien avant, c’était du temps des Soviétiques et la guerre était encore (toujours) un peu froide, surtout à Hollywood mais bref…

Donc, même le 3 était déjà une grosse connerie en soi, une tellement grosse connerie qu’on en avalait notre pop-corn de travers… mais là avec le 4 qui va faire le kakou en Birmanie pour sauver des touristes ravis de la crèche, on touche le fond… et même qu’il continue de creuser le père Rambo ! s’il con-tinue comme ça, il va se retrouver au Vietnam… faudrait d’ailleurs le prévenir qu’il y a toujours des cocos là-bas.

En tout cas, Sylvestre s’est collé à la réalisation et si la violence est… violente, le montage est un peu trop nerveux, le cadrage désordonné et les caméras ont un peu la tremblote de Parkinson (c’est l’âge). L’action reste assez rare et de toute façon comme on vient de le dire, elle est si mal filmée qu’on n’en veut pas…

Quant au fameux personnage, il est devenu une caricature des plus prévisibles, en plus de s’avérer plus grognon et bougon que d’habitude (c’est l’âge…). Papy Rambo devrait donc arrêter ses conneries parce que là, il se ridiculise… totalement !… Expand
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TheRussianatorMar 28, 2018
With this installment of the Rambo, Sylvester Stallone proves to be an exceptional director of action, however, he struggles to provide an interesting story as co-screenwriter. Stallone is great as usual, presenting us a character that we allWith this installment of the Rambo, Sylvester Stallone proves to be an exceptional director of action, however, he struggles to provide an interesting story as co-screenwriter. Stallone is great as usual, presenting us a character that we all love from the 80's, but everyone else is very one-dimensional. When you watch a Rambo movie, though, you don't care about the story, you care about the action. And there's plenty of it here. There's tons of blood, flying body parts, and exploding heads. Action junkies will get a kick out of this flick… Expand
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FaxthtaxSep 22, 2019
This is the second best Rambo movie. A movie that could go wrong, but Stallone looked deeper into just making another bloody action movie in the vein of the previous two from many years back.
The story is very simple, Rambo being talked intoThis is the second best Rambo movie. A movie that could go wrong, but Stallone looked deeper into just making another bloody action movie in the vein of the previous two from many years back.
The story is very simple, Rambo being talked into bringing a handful christian missionaries deep into conflicted Burma, manages to do so, but all go so horribly wrong for the group of missionaries. Rambo gets called into another trip of boating up a group of trained soldiers with a mission to try to free them. Rambo, on the other side of the river decides to track behind them because his instinct tells him it will go wrong. The rest is not hard to figure out.
So what make this movie so good if the story is so linear.
The answer is the brutal honesty of it. Stallone, did not just wanted to make a action movie, rather, he wanted to bring a political message to show how the long standing conflict in Burma has resulted in years of genocide.
With this road taken, there was no option to show how bloody and brutal war can be. And it resulted into a peak PG18 movie where Stallone are not sugarcoating anything about the Burmese military junta savage methods.

The movie paces very well along. and ends into some of the best scenes in war action movies. A solid return of the Rambo formula with a message more clear than ever. Back into the jungle where John Rambo belongs.… Expand
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sebastianaliMay 30, 2021
Rambo 2008 resulto ser un gran bajón a mi parecer. La historia no es tan interesante como las anteriores. El resto de personajes nuevos son muy olvidables y la acción en si llega a ser genérica, demasiado repetitiva y demasiado exagerada. LaRambo 2008 resulto ser un gran bajón a mi parecer. La historia no es tan interesante como las anteriores. El resto de personajes nuevos son muy olvidables y la acción en si llega a ser genérica, demasiado repetitiva y demasiado exagerada. La violencia es tan exagerada que llega incluso a ser irrealista en ocasiones. Sorprendentemente los efectos especiales y los cambios de cámara son incluso peores que las de la trilogía original... Rambo sigue siendo igual de carismático que siempre, y algunas escenas con el si estuvieron a la altura... Algo es algo se podría decir...
Mientras mas pasan las películas de Rambo, siento que la historia se va cada vez dejando de lado para centrarse en la acción. Esa es una de las razones principales por las que creo que la primera es la mejor con diferencia. Rambo 1 logro un perfecto balance entre historia y acción, cosa que esta ni aspira a eso, siendo muy mediocre en ambos aspectos. Sin duda alguna, después de haber visto The Last Blood, puedo decir que Rambo 2008 es la peor de la saga con diferencia.… Expand
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MrPajamasMay 5, 2021
Rambo (2008) took a long break. After the third part, which I personally like, but it was not so well received by other people, it is understandable that they simply said that it would like to wait a while, invent something and create someRambo (2008) took a long break. After the third part, which I personally like, but it was not so well received by other people, it is understandable that they simply said that it would like to wait a while, invent something and create some solid seed that people will like. So was it worth waiting for those long years for the new film Ramba? Well, hard to say. As people's reviews say, yes. The film was a success and yes, I liked it too, but not so much that I would have liked it during the waiting time. It's even the weakest part of the series in my opinion, but that's my opinion. The film works great in one thing and that is that it's simply not as frantic as the previous ones. It didn't take long in the previous films and we immediately got a proper event, which we somehow managed to devour. Here we will wait for some time before one starts and thus create space for a deeper story. To put it bluntly, or at least I don't think the story is anything extra, but I'm glad that the film took its time to salt all the action, but it has one catch, at least in my eyes. The point is, it will end quickly. Yes, it means that the film runs away quickly and is not boring, which is good, but I mean that you are just waiting for some event here and it will happen. That's right and it's delicious. But as soon as it happens, it is soon over. I'm not saying it wasn't enough. Not that. The event was great, but it just started to go and it ended. Otherwise, after a long wait, we got a good film, which I recommend especially to lovers of the event. Those who expect a good story may be disappointed. This is mainly the event, which is a long-standing classic in the Rambo series. For me, a good film that I recommend.… Expand
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realjaytheboomMar 8, 2022
Rambo: First things first yes I love action movies like the ones from the 80s because it's all practical effects that's why l love this movie franchise and it continues with this movie. Sure the story isn't too bad but we all watch theseRambo: First things first yes I love action movies like the ones from the 80s because it's all practical effects that's why l love this movie franchise and it continues with this movie. Sure the story isn't too bad but we all watch these movies to see Stallone kick some ass and he delivers on it. All the kills in this movie are great because of how evil they made everyone from killing people in cold blood and killing their children. This movie does not sugarcoat the war that he has to go through and it all leads up to the best finale because he is on a 50 Cal mowing down enemies everywhere.… Expand
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jackctierney05May 5, 2022
"Where's the Boatman?!" I'll tell you where he is: In the forests of Burma kicking butt and being a raw savage as he always is! This film is excitingly adventurous and violent, but does it offer more of a challenge for tough-as-nails John"Where's the Boatman?!" I'll tell you where he is: In the forests of Burma kicking butt and being a raw savage as he always is! This film is excitingly adventurous and violent, but does it offer more of a challenge for tough-as-nails John Rambo? I don't know... But what I do know is that the extraction squad in this film was relentless and stealthy. Talk about a tough job. Saving a few missionaries within an army of Burmese soldiers who are witlessly dangerous and scary isn't an easy assignment. Nevertheless, the warriors and heroes in this film fought like heck to make it out alive and made this film an action-packed, 90 minute banger. Two thumbs up.… Expand
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DunkaccinoSep 17, 2022
Rambo (2008) reminds me of the most memorable parts of First Blood, and the most entertaining parts of its sequels.
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Gloom-shroomMar 15, 2022
this is easily one of my least favourite and i literally don't even know why
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