Requiem for a Dream

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RalfbergsFeb 2, 2018

This movie shows what different types of addictions can do to people really well. Basically it is about drug addiction but the reasons why each user does the drugs are different and this movie shows how addicted people tell themselves thatThis movie shows what different types of addictions can do to people really well. Basically it is about drug addiction but the reasons why each user does the drugs are different and this movie shows how addicted people tell themselves that doing drugs is the way they will achieve what they want, even if for achieving drugs they have to go through many nasty things.… Expand

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BroyaxJan 13, 2017

Sans doute le meilleur film sur la drogue et ses méfaits, le meilleur film sur les camés et le meilleur sur l'addiction en général. Son regard acéré et la peinture cauchemardesque qu'il en fait sont indéniablement l'équivalent d'une grosseSans doute le meilleur film sur la drogue et ses méfaits, le meilleur film sur les camés et le meilleur sur l'addiction en général. Son regard acéré et la peinture cauchemardesque qu'il en fait sont indéniablement l'équivalent d'une grosse mandale en pleine gueule et pour autant, on ne peut accuser le film d'exagérer, car nous savons bien qu'il a raison, cent fois raison.

Son réquisitoire ne s'apitoie pas, bien au contraire et montre la misère mentale, affective et le désespoir à la manière d'une étude clinique, impitoyable où les vaines espérances des protagonistes sont finalement broyées et avalées par leur addiction terminale. Ce requiem n'utilise aucun recul fût-il cynique, satirique ou même empathique, car son but n'est qu'une démonstration claire et simple : "regardez ce que ça fait" et point barre. Aucune rédemption pour ces pauvres hères tourmentés : ils en sont les seuls responsables.

Cette approche ne plaira pas à tout le monde et s'il est un reproche que l'on pourra faire au film est de ne jamais arrondir les angles mais au contraire de les affûter pour les rendre coupants comme des rasoirs. La musique de Clint Mansell reflète cette dureté, brutale et âpre, torturée et parfois dissonante.

La mise en scène sèche et cinglante d'Aronofsky y participe également au moyen de toutes sortes d'effets très inventifs pour illustrer son propos et les acteurs décidément brillants ne sont pas en reste. Un film paradoxalement désagréable et en même temps d'une efficacité redoutable et... impitoyable !… Expand

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GrantD243Oct 3, 2018

Requiem for a Dream is not a film that you just pop in on any given night. You have to be prepared to watch four characters slowly spin out of control due to drugs. This isn't a wholesome, the world is great kind of movie. It's painful toRequiem for a Dream is not a film that you just pop in on any given night. You have to be prepared to watch four characters slowly spin out of control due to drugs. This isn't a wholesome, the world is great kind of movie. It's painful to watch, but yet it's hard to not get invested in the story and feel curious about how it'll all end. There isn't much about this one to not like. The writing is great, the story is great, and the characters are all very interesting on their own. Oddly, the only thing I had a bit of an issue with was the cinematography. I just wasn't much of a fan of how it was all shot and the overall look of the film, but that's more of a nitpick than anything. Requiem for a Dream is a must watch, even if you can only get through it once.… Expand

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antoniovrenna14May 10, 2019

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I'll admit, it's kinda messed up. Not as messed up as many people say, but it is a good portrayal of what drugs will do to you. I honestly didn't feel anything for anyone except Sara. They all deserved it. Sara however was a victim of "medical malpractice", if you could say that, so I empathize with her. That's probably the reason why the movie didn't click that much with me.. I couldn't put myself in the shoes of the characters at all.… Expand

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vusal_iskandarJun 24, 2019

Maaan, what a film it is! I finished it almost now, and this shocked me and said me again and again "never use drug!". I have watched lots of men when they using drug. But after spending my time on watching this masterpiece, I am sure I willMaaan, what a film it is! I finished it almost now, and this shocked me and said me again and again "never use drug!". I have watched lots of men when they using drug. But after spending my time on watching this masterpiece, I am sure I will never use it.
This is the pretty valuable "don't use narcotic/drug" ad I have seen ever. Actually, I watched lots of films, even show in theatre, but this one is really powerful in its own way. Also can be added that in terms of acting, especially performance of Jared Leto, it is type of the film I would love to rate as 8 star.… Expand

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zoldickJan 13, 2022

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Darren Aronofsky goes from Pi to Requiem For a Dream with first movie's popularity. In Pi, Aronofsky does a individual analysis about Max Cohen, but, now, we have four characters in a same perspective, all of them showed with a social and critic apresentation, not niilist, abstracte and metaforic like in Mother!, the recently Aronofsky's movie. In 2017 movie, the characters are only metaphors who lives to theirself, like as they aren't a part of a big system, but, in Requiem For a Dream, Harry, Sara, Marion and Tyrone (and their psicological state) is consequence of the world.

Requiem For a Dream is more easy to understand and interprate than others word of the director like Noah and The Fountain because of the many simbologies and metaphors in this movies, that talk about religion and espiritualism, when the poetic linguage that separate telespectator and the real meaning of this elements. In this case, Aronofsky try to transform the interpretation in Requiem For a Dream the most possible simple, not in an obvious form, but thought fear and pertubation, to focus on the importance of the mainly movie theme (drugs) or only to be a opposite to metaforic linguage of the first work.

Darren Aronofsky is knowed by him ambientalist ativism, something not hidden in movies like Noah, biblic story that talk about the relationship between God, human and nature, Mother!, with its simbologies to mother nature, and The Fountain in a analyse sobrenatural about this theme. In this works, there are the preference to open cinematographic plans to show all the nature and its natural elements, in opposition to close plans focused in a small part of human body like pupils of the eyes dilating when using the drug and to show the own substance in body. Only with this comparation, we can see the opposite between natural life, in contact with god, and city urban life with drugs.

The critic of television and pharmaceutical industry are not only the opposite with natural, but like how the generations of Harry and Sara are separate and distants. The generations of parentes and sons, youngs and adults, are distants in modern society. The only thing that unite each other is the consume of drugs and medicines. Harry don't visit him mother (there are a little scenes when the both are in same place), Marion has problems with her parents and Tyrone has erased memories about her mother. In Requiem For a Dream, the young people are not anymore the revolucionary figure of society, who don't like the valuers of their parents, their grampas or the own society, but only a solitary figure with the same problems and same alienation of the olders.

The individue is alone in modern world. This is a fact about 2000 and 2010 years, but this is already reality in Aronofsky film in the start of the millenium, because, in the movie, the psicological pain of the characters is showed individuality. Harry, Sara, Marion and Tyrone are in differents places and differents situations, even the circunstances and motives are the same. The movie the individual pain in a ritmical form that is similiar if it has been show together, while a scary song is played. This effect, if don't has this factories, don't would be the same.

Human and time are parts of a same thing. The transition between summer, autumn and winter "walk" together with decadence of characters, with the idea the humans are vulnerable of external influence and time. The simbology of seasons like the cicle of life (a little semelhance with The Fountain, Aronofsky next movie) is about to hope because, before winter is come the spring, but the objective of movie is finish in winter to follow the dark side of the plot.

The american dream, that promised quality of life, good jobs and health to americans during 20th century, is showed in a niilist perspective of Darren Aronofsky. The promised paradise is now the bad strecture of poovery, like say by Sara when she was delirated with Tappy joking with the bad state of her house. The excellet health is now the consume of drugs to treat diseases like depression and anxiety, that are more commun very day. In the end, the american dream is only a dream.… Expand

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ch_a_inJun 18, 2020

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. What is a drug? What is an addiction? A very accurate question that we never really analyzed in our thoughts before. When we hear addiction and drugs our mind navigates to illegal substances. Well, requiem for a dream is the sort of movie that proved us wrong. However, it wouldn’t be fair to label this movie as an antidrug movie because that is not the main purpose of the movie. We can see from the beginning that Harry, Marion and Tyrone are all drug addicts. On the other hand Sara is a middle aged woman that feels alone. She is constantly watching television and when she gets invited to television show. She thinks she found a purpose to lose weight. She starts a diet and we can see that she withdraws from her addiction sugar and food. She is constantly having visions of deserts and other meals. She is constantly consuming coffee. As the time passes by she decides to visit a doctor in order to use medication for a faster result. The pills resulted in her mental illness as we see that she is locked up in a mental institution at the end of the movie. Sara’s vision and obsession to be on television was the mounting base of her self-destruction. We can assume that she was addicted in a reason to exist. She trusts the doctor on taking the pills but the doctor is not really bothered with her conditions as he barely looks at her when she visits him. The doctor is just another drug dealer in uniform. If we take it one step ahead, we can say that Sara and her son Harry don’t have the best relationship. They fail to connect as mother and son. Combined together with all the other aspects is the reason that Sara went mad. In the end Sara’s dream becomes a nightmare. Moving on we can see from the beginning that Harry is struggling to find money and heroin. He steals his mother television in order to fulfil his addiction. He has a relationship with Marion which is also a drug user. Their relationship is going well at the time as they make plans for opening a clothing store together. Things don’t go so well for Harry and he ends up at a hospital losing both Marion and his arm. He was being reckless as he knew there was a possibility to loss both things but in his hierarchy substances came first. If we were to analyze their relationship we could conclude that like his mother Harry failed to connect his Marion. Their relationship is built on substances rather that true communication. In Harry’s hierarchy Marion comes second as he is prepared to sacrifice her in order to get his dose. Once again failure to connect plays a vital role in the self-destruction element. Tyrone has visions of his mother throughout the movie and he can conclude that all that his really wants is to make her proud. He is disappointed from what he has become but he is not willing to do anything to change that. He ends up in jail failing his mother. The last character, Marion ends up selling her own body for money and heroin, losing Harry. Each character in the movie has lost something valuable to them. Tyrone has lost his freedom, Harry has lost his arm, Marion has lost her soul and Sara has lost her mind. The main mistake that the character made is that they couldn’t understand that what they were truly lacking isn’t a quick a fix but a connection, a true connection either with their mother, partner or son. Their dreams were buried forever and will never be accomplished. They will only live in their heads. All the characters are responsible for their destruction and in winter dreams turned to nightmares.… Expand

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MikeS159Jul 22, 2020

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Great film. Amazing cinematography and sound, superb acting from the cast. Hard hitting plot, although it's obvious early on how it is going to end. (I'm not a fan of the you decide what happens ending personally).
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batuhanchuJan 11, 2023

Lives destroyed in pursuit of pleasure... It was one of the saddest and most satisfying endings I've ever seen. The soundtrack made me tension to my bone.

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AndyM.Aug 17, 2008

This movie is a horror movie that you can't scream throughout and laugh with your friends about afterward. Instead, you just sit there, staring, not wanting to watch the depressing, frightening images but unable to tear your eyes away. This movie is a horror movie that you can't scream throughout and laugh with your friends about afterward. Instead, you just sit there, staring, not wanting to watch the depressing, frightening images but unable to tear your eyes away. The style and direction is distinct, the editing abrupt and jarring. It is very well filmed, but it doesn't bring much else to the table. You watch it, in awe of the darkness and despair of it all, and what do you get? Drugs are bad. Yes, yes they are. You want a more... INSPIRED message in the end, or at least a somewhat happy ending! But you don't get it. It is, all and all, a worthwhile piece of film, but don't watch it if you expect either of those things. Really, just watch it on hulu.com, it's free. And even then... be in a good mood.… Expand

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AshleyM.Jul 30, 2009

It was a very dark and depressing movie that left me feeling very depressed after watching it.However its a movie that dares to show the much darker side to drug abuse.I though it was well put together and the soundtrack was amazing.

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KarthXLRJan 13, 2011

It's well-made, well-acted, well-written, and overall just a very nicely made film. The film itself is depressing, unoptimistic, and at some times, disturbing. It's a bit of a hard one to sit through. Personally, I don't enjoy movies such asIt's well-made, well-acted, well-written, and overall just a very nicely made film. The film itself is depressing, unoptimistic, and at some times, disturbing. It's a bit of a hard one to sit through. Personally, I don't enjoy movies such as this. I can't say it's not well-made, but it certainly is not a pleasure to sit through or watch more than once. Those with weak stomachs may want to reconsider watching, and those easily offended or frightened might want to steer clear.… Expand

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MuzhaqFeb 24, 2014

What a marvelous movie! I had never seen a movie like this. From acting to music...everything is astonishing. And amazing video editing...which I have never seen before.It also gives you a glimpse...that how tough the life of "Heroin"What a marvelous movie! I had never seen a movie like this. From acting to music...everything is astonishing. And amazing video editing...which I have never seen before.It also gives you a glimpse...that how tough the life of "Heroin" addition is! And finally the fantastic main theme soundtrack by "Clint Mansell".Which I listen a hundred times.… Expand

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L490Oct 5, 2011

"Requiem for a Dream" showcases the unique talent Jared Leto possesses. He is a really talented person (acting, music, directing) and the fact that he generally makes only so called art movies, makes him even more special, because he isnâ

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theNILEMar 27, 2016

This movie is **** miserable. My main criticisms would be how some scenes are too drawn out, and I wish we hadn't followed all the characters all the way through this movie... Mostly because it's unnecessary... and there's no twist, it's veryThis movie is **** miserable. My main criticisms would be how some scenes are too drawn out, and I wish we hadn't followed all the characters all the way through this movie... Mostly because it's unnecessary... and there's no twist, it's very predictable, plot-wise it's bland, cliche, the characters are... On the other hand the acting and directing are almost impeccable and it succeeds in hitting you hard. The last 15 minutes of this movie are as intense as possible. Way to stress me out man.… Expand

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Compi24Dec 4, 2018

Oof.

After bursting onto the scene with the bleak and unforgiving directorial debut that was "Pi," Darren Aronofsky followed it up by tapping into the bibliography of author Hubert Selby Jr. and crafting this cinematic equivalent of oneOof.

After bursting onto the scene with the bleak and unforgiving directorial debut that was "Pi," Darren Aronofsky followed it up by tapping into the bibliography of author Hubert Selby Jr. and crafting this cinematic equivalent of one basically saying "you ain't seen nothing yet." As far as cinematic sack taps go, "Requiem For A Dream" isn't necessarily the most severe. But, dear God, is it going to be a massive buzzkill to whatever the hell you had going on in your life. As a visual experience, it is simply exhausting, but it's not all for naught. Many critics cite Aronofsky's provocative filmmaking style to be a bit excessive, if not obvious or lacking in finesse. And though I might find this critique to be true in some cases (i.e. "mother!"), I think "Requiem For A Dream" might be that rare case where I couldn't see any other approach doing the story justice. This is a movie that hits that "best of both worlds" zone of provocateur filmmaking, where the product ultimately ends up being unnerving and difficult, yes, but also thought-provoking and called for. Do I ever want to see it again? Not really, no. But, man, did Ellen Burstyn ever deliver a career-defining performance, if I ever saw one.… Expand

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ExKingMay 3, 2013

uhm..this one is confusing actually cause i don't know where to start so lets begin from the good to bad.
the best thing about this movie is the soundtrack it's exceptional and one of the best i ever heard in a life time.the second gooduhm..this one is confusing actually cause i don't know where to start so lets begin from the good to bad.
the best thing about this movie is the soundtrack it's exceptional and one of the best i ever heard in a life time.the second good thing is the directing it's one of the kind.the screenplay was great Ellen Burstyn performance was tremendous but the story was confusing it's kinda made me sick i actually had to take a break to breath in some fresh air this is never happened to me before. it's probably the biggest campaign in the world against drugs but i felt i was chocking to death while watching it.
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hillfingerhNov 4, 2014

A good film but definitely not a great work of art. The film demonstrates us the consequence of drug, overuse of medicine, and prostitution for money. The filmmaking is original, the soundtrack is groundbreaking, performance was good, andA good film but definitely not a great work of art. The film demonstrates us the consequence of drug, overuse of medicine, and prostitution for money. The filmmaking is original, the soundtrack is groundbreaking, performance was good, and there are some fine scenes composition. Yes, that's all great but I felt a little cold after the credits. I think it is because I've heard so many good things about it and I thought it would be more than just an anti-drug movie. Well, yeah, it was a good portrait of it, and I do have to admit it's a well-made film but I just wanted some more (for example the struggle of good and evil, etc). Perhaps it's just because of my expectation but I felt something was missing, I don't know, that's how I felt about this film. Nevertheless, this a must-see film. If you are interest in stylish filmmaking, this is going to be a gift for you.… Expand

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ahmedaiman999Apr 2, 2018

It's clear that Darren Aronofsky didn't want to make something new and special in the characters' arcs or the story, but he wanted to put you in the shoes of the characters with his creative use of visuals and sounds, and he succeeded....It's clear that Darren Aronofsky didn't want to make something new and special in the characters' arcs or the story, but he wanted to put you in the shoes of the characters with his creative use of visuals and sounds, and he succeeded.... kinda! Thanks to Aronofsky's direction that harmonized surreal visuals and sounds with the characters' feelings and experiences, I found myself experiencing and feeling what the characters experience and feel while watching the movie. Due to that, this is without a doubt one of the most disturbing and intoxicating movies I've ever watched. The problem is that the dramatic aspect in the movie actually harmed the movie; the dramatic scenes at the end of the first act slowed the pace of the movie down.
It's not the only or the major issue I've with this movie. The real issue is that the creative direction that elevated the stereotypical arc of Sara Goldfarb, wasn't enough to do this with the stereotypical arc of Harry and Marion. Also, the oscar-worthy performance by Ellen Burstyn (I really wanna know how she didn't win an oscar) and a few complications in her character, Sara Goldfarb's part was way better and more compelling than Harry and Marion's. I really didn't found myself relate to the characters of Harry and Marion so much, despite the great performances that Jared Leto and Jennifer Connelly gave.
The perfect example that can affirm that the dramatic aspect wasn't the most powerful thing in the movie is the character of Tyrone; it's a very bland character and it was very hard for me to relate to its subplot, Marlon Wayans was very good though. I love Requiem for a Dream. It's a movie to experience not to watch. It really proves that Darren Aronofsky is a real talent that with his artistic direction can easily mess with your mind.

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royalguy07Feb 15, 2023

Jared Leto is so unbelievably bad in this. The rest of the cast, Jennifer Connelly mainly, and the soundtrack is really good.

Last hour was **** up, uncomfortable, and depressing. Probably the most messed up thing I've ever seen.

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skanteaMar 15, 2012

The impact of this film depends on where you're from and what you've been exposed to in real life and in other reality based films. Not to sound pompous but if i was from a sheltered middle class suburban upbringing I'd probably find someThe impact of this film depends on where you're from and what you've been exposed to in real life and in other reality based films. Not to sound pompous but if i was from a sheltered middle class suburban upbringing I'd probably find some othe sens painfully graphic, but having done my time in the ghettos (plural) I've seen way worse. The directing was the most entertaining aspect. The story, well, even if I hadn't experienced some of it in person I'd have read about it countless times before seeing this simply because I'm middle aged. So I guess you might also have to be kind of young to be shocked as well. It's well crafted and if you feel like you 'should' see it so you understand the current pop culture references, then do so. It's not a waste of time. If you want to see the real thing though, check out 'Dope Sick Love'. It's a mind blowing doc that's readily available for free online. Just google it. It makes this film seem like 'Dora the Explorer'.… Expand

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adamSv94Feb 25, 2013

This movie is without a really special movie. The style is admirable and bold and Ellen Burstyn's performance is one the best I have seen in a very long time. It explores the effect of drugs in a terriffic way and I think it's safe to sayThis movie is without a really special movie. The style is admirable and bold and Ellen Burstyn's performance is one the best I have seen in a very long time. It explores the effect of drugs in a terriffic way and I think it's safe to say that everyone of us wants to distance ourselves from drugs after watching this film. Nevertheless, there is something about this movie that makes me very, very uncomfortable. I think it's simply because this movie is way too special for my taste, sorry to say. But I definitely think that we all should give it a chance.… Expand

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UncleEarlDec 2, 2013

It tries so hard to be dark and dramatic that it becomes comical. If the movie was ten minutes longer, zombie hitler would rise from the grave and give the whole world cancer or punch orphans in the face. The movie works hard to build aIt tries so hard to be dark and dramatic that it becomes comical. If the movie was ten minutes longer, zombie hitler would rise from the grave and give the whole world cancer or punch orphans in the face. The movie works hard to build a connection with the audience and the characters, but squanders it at the last minute because the creators had too many ideas whirling in their heads.… Expand

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Benkoko11Feb 23, 2017

Darren Aronofsky pulls no punches as his characters descend the chasms of addiction. Requiem for a Dream is a profoundly bleak film. Watch with caution.

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BeatrixKiddoSep 18, 2019

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A reason not to take drugs. The movie was strong but a bit irritating and heartbreaking. You have to have guts to watch this film till the end.… Expand

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RoryP.Feb 8, 2008

I think this film is overrated. Although it is an awful lot better then his last film, the Fountain. The film reliance on style causes problems, especially in the first act, where we are introduced to split screen and various other stylistic I think this film is overrated. Although it is an awful lot better then his last film, the Fountain. The film reliance on style causes problems, especially in the first act, where we are introduced to split screen and various other stylistic devices for no other reason then to give the film a professional sheen. There use in these areas were shallow and pointless, they did not progess any element of the story. I think if Aronofsky had laid off at the beginning and let the stylistic devices build up as the addictions took hold, it could have been a much better film. There is little character development. It appears to be a film situated in an … Expand

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DaveH.Oct 30, 2006

In the vein of Trainspotting and the even more odious Human Traffic, beneath all the ostentatious showiness, is a lifeless, one-note film. The people are not so much characters as they are caricatures. Vices such as drugs, prostitution, In the vein of Trainspotting and the even more odious Human Traffic, beneath all the ostentatious showiness, is a lifeless, one-note film. The people are not so much characters as they are caricatures. Vices such as drugs, prostitution, antidepressants and erm... ECT are presented as dehumanising in the most reactionary, doctrinaire fashion imaginable and I felt very little empathy for Leto or Connelly, who are presented more as subjects to Aronofsky's painfest than as real people. We don't believe a word Leto says when he proclaims "I just want to make [his mum] happy", which brings us to the brilliant Ellen Burstyn, who is the heartbreakingly naive mother. She is the only reason to see this film.… Expand

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Tss5078Feb 24, 2013

Weird, confusing, and pointless. I really don't understand what all the hype is about. Yes, Ellen Burstyn performance was unbelievable, but the movie was just terrible. Honestly, I know it has a huge cult following, but wtf is so specialWeird, confusing, and pointless. I really don't understand what all the hype is about. Yes, Ellen Burstyn performance was unbelievable, but the movie was just terrible. Honestly, I know it has a huge cult following, but wtf is so special about it? Please someone fill me in...What am I missing?… Expand

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RichieC.Nov 17, 2006

If you love being depressed and miserable after watching something thats soposed to be entertaining and artsistic then watch this film from hell.

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Louie-DogMay 21, 2012

Requiem for a Dream is the story of 4 stereotypical stock characters who suffer from substance abuse. All of which become the victims of a gruesomely slippery slope of drug addiction. However, this film fails at creating unique and originalRequiem for a Dream is the story of 4 stereotypical stock characters who suffer from substance abuse. All of which become the victims of a gruesomely slippery slope of drug addiction. However, this film fails at creating unique and original characters with even the slightest amount of depth. And the half-assed love story between Harry and Marion gives no insight into why they fell in love other then them both being attractive. Many people praise its innovative cinematography and "realistic" view of the results of drug abuse. But along with its purposefully disturbing scare tactics, it's about as compelling and a D.A.R.E poster. And unfortunately the cinematography isn't enough to salvage this colossal piece of trash.… Expand

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DalekMay 12, 2014

Very boring film, it may show the effects of how bad drugs can be but aside from that the film is just dark, and extremely boring. I don't recommend this film.

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existentialistJan 21, 2011

Aronofsky obviously knows little about drug culture or addiction. If a person has never used hard drugs or been involved with people using hard drugs I can see how they might praise this as an unflinching look at the realities of addiction.Aronofsky obviously knows little about drug culture or addiction. If a person has never used hard drugs or been involved with people using hard drugs I can see how they might praise this as an unflinching look at the realities of addiction. But unfortunately, Aronofsky's "shock-and-awe" campaign is not based in reality. In actuality the consequences of drug use can be much worse, but not as gruesome or as idiotic as this film portrays them.… Expand

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SEROJMar 12, 2013

Very overrated, disgusting and stupid! I would recommend this movie to all TEENS, who want to try on drugs, so the only good thing about this movie is that it can scare some kids to not try drugs. Otherwise this movie is awful. I can't giveVery overrated, disgusting and stupid! I would recommend this movie to all TEENS, who want to try on drugs, so the only good thing about this movie is that it can scare some kids to not try drugs. Otherwise this movie is awful. I can't give more than 1/10 just because it can teach some kids. Parents can do that too, there's no need to watch a disgusting movie like this.… Expand

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ChrisKApr 19, 2008

It is the most overrated and dangerous movie atrocity ever. It takes every stereotype about drugs and drug abuse and reinforces those stereotypes to absurdist, kafkaesque levels. Comparisons to the propaganda classic "Reefer Madness" (go It is the most overrated and dangerous movie atrocity ever. It takes every stereotype about drugs and drug abuse and reinforces those stereotypes to absurdist, kafkaesque levels. Comparisons to the propaganda classic "Reefer Madness" (go watch it at archive.org and spot the similarities) are both valid and necessary. People who know nothing (and want to know nothing) about how addiction works give this film a high rating because it confirms their infantile views (Drugs=Evil)on the issues dealt with in the movie. Cater ignorance to the ignorant. Always a wise business decision.… Expand

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[Anonymous]Feb 8, 2008

horrid. depressing, no plot. left me feeling disgusting, hopeless and depressed. i wish i could erase that hour and a half.

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PayupOct 2, 2010

Requiem for a Dream was extremely boring. i really can't believe that anyone saw any good in this worthless trash of a film. there was no point in the movie that was even remotely entertaining and the only good thing about it was thatRequiem for a Dream was extremely boring. i really can't believe that anyone saw any good in this worthless trash of a film. there was no point in the movie that was even remotely entertaining and the only good thing about it was that everything i did over the following couple of days after seeing it seemed a lot more interesting in comparison. It was just bad.… Expand

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NazguleroMar 1, 2011

I really do not see the fascination a lot of filmmakers and other artists have with the bottom feeders of society. I find addicted people disgusting, as simple as that. I find it evenly disgusting how deep certain humans can sink. We must beI really do not see the fascination a lot of filmmakers and other artists have with the bottom feeders of society. I find addicted people disgusting, as simple as that. I find it evenly disgusting how deep certain humans can sink. We must be the only species without a clear genetically determined spectrum of behaviour. I have seen people who live in dirt, who smell, who dump their waste on the street, who destroy themselves with alcohol, drugs, cigarettes, food, or whatever poison they can find. No animal does that. Animals spend most of the day cleaning themselves, because they instinctively know that their body is pretty much their most important asset.
With regard to this movie, what is the purpose of making it ? Drugs are dangerous ? Thanks, by now everybody should know that.
The only thing tha bothers me is that apparently a lot of people can actually relate to that movie. That spells trouble for humanity...… Expand

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Zachhellbender4Nov 3, 2013

There should've been a story arc of Garfield and his horrible lasagna addiction but instead they focused on Gerry Loto and his stupid friends and not on Garfield 0/10000000000 NOTWORTHWATCHING

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