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HeadcrusherJul 8, 2014

This film was interesting and had some moments both tension and humor - but I felt that overall it's lacking something, or maybe it just wasn't that consistent? It's a sci-fi film because it takes place in the future on an perpetual motionThis film was interesting and had some moments both tension and humor - but I felt that overall it's lacking something, or maybe it just wasn't that consistent? It's a sci-fi film because it takes place in the future on an perpetual motion train, upon which the entire surviving human race is imprisoned. Its an action film because it involves armed prisoners trying to escape - it's a drama/thriller because some peoples children are being taken hostage for mysterious reasons - etc etc. I saw this at the theater for $5 (Sundance Cinemas - Student of Life Tuesdays) and it was worth it - I might not have felt that way if it was $20 ticket. Interesting yes, but NOT the best film I've seen this year! I gave it 6 stars for some originality - but the acting, score, and action scenes still needed a little polish - it's worth watching if you don't have to pay much, don't mind violence, and you are a fan of independent martial arts and action films. There's something in it for everyone - but not everyone will like it.… Expand

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VonSeuxJun 27, 2014

This movie is so bad that you can't turn it off!!! I've watched this with guilty pleasure because everything is so loosely put together it's almost laughable. Still the acting was fair and the lore was interesting. I advice watching this withThis movie is so bad that you can't turn it off!!! I've watched this with guilty pleasure because everything is so loosely put together it's almost laughable. Still the acting was fair and the lore was interesting. I advice watching this with a big sack of popcorn.… Expand

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Trev29Nov 15, 2014

The premise was innovative even though the actual story seemed pretty familiar. Tilda Swinton was clearly the most interesting part of the movie. It was decent, but I do not think it was that big of a deal.

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SpangleNov 9, 2014

This one is a bit of a mixed bag for me. Why don't we start with the positives? The acting from Chris Evans, John Hurt, Jamie Bell, and Ed Harris, is marvelous. Evans is really commanding and you can see why he is the leader; he eminatesThis one is a bit of a mixed bag for me. Why don't we start with the positives? The acting from Chris Evans, John Hurt, Jamie Bell, and Ed Harris, is marvelous. Evans is really commanding and you can see why he is the leader; he eminates control and determination. Meanwhile, Harris has a certain aura about him that is perfect for his role. He seems to be a God-like figure and when you see him, there is this certain something, as if he walks on the clouds, which is perfect. The special effects are beyond impressive. Award-worthy, honestly. The shots outside the train of the train itself and the surrounding environment and brilliantly designed and brought to life. Truly mesmerizing, as is the cinematography. There is not much for the camera to find, but dammit if it doesn't find every inch of it and brings it to life. Beautiful camera work on this one. The choreography of the fighting scenes is also very good.

Now, moving onto the negative. Tilda Swinton is terrible. I saw a lot of praise for his performance, but I am left wondering what performance people watched. She ruined a large part of it for me. I couldn't tell if it was supposed to be funny or what. The added attempts of comedy in her character and in other moments (in particular one scene with Evans that if you see the movie, you can probably guess what scene I mean) are entirely dark, but too out there and unenjoyable. It messes with the flow of the film and comes off as tacky and, ultimately, as if they were reaching to try and lighten up the dark plot of the film. Another negative is the general premise, honestly. I hate films like this where the people are confined to a single location (or in this case a single train) typically (12 Angry Men being the major exception) and this one is no exception to that. It just feels so small and unusual that is sucks the fun right out of it for me. Finally, the violence is too much. Overly gratuitous violence appeals to a lot of people, but I am not one of those people. I could have lived with some of the entirely sadistic elements of this one being excluded.

As a whole, Snowpiercer is mixed. I would give it a 5, but the cinematography and special effects are too good to ignore and, for me, outweigh Tilda Swinton and the overly graphic elements here.… Expand

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manofthemoonJan 13, 2015

Overlooked, under-marketed and under-released, "Snowpiercer" is simply one of the films of the year. If you like challenging, apocalyptic stories, you'll like this. If you prefer straight action, perhaps watch with an open mind. It's worthOverlooked, under-marketed and under-released, "Snowpiercer" is simply one of the films of the year. If you like challenging, apocalyptic stories, you'll like this. If you prefer straight action, perhaps watch with an open mind. It's worth it. There are moments of visual beauty. Excellent.… Expand

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cFreshFilmsJul 9, 2014

With perfect action sequences, great acting, and a compelling story, Snowpiercer races to the top of the list of the very best action films ever made. Chris Pines gives his best performance to date along with a comically fierce Tilda Swinton.With perfect action sequences, great acting, and a compelling story, Snowpiercer races to the top of the list of the very best action films ever made. Chris Pines gives his best performance to date along with a comically fierce Tilda Swinton. Joon-ho Bong manages to hold the action every minute of the 2 hour runtime. It's a hell of a fun ride.… Expand

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KilluaNov 12, 2014

A Definitive Review of why Snowpiercer is extremely overrated.

It's a good movie that had far too many plot twists than it cared to explain. Even though there are many good points to this movie, i'm going to spend most of the timeA Definitive Review of why Snowpiercer is extremely overrated.

It's a good movie that had far too many plot twists than it cared to explain. Even though there are many good points to this movie, i'm going to spend most of the time explaining the HUGE plotholes that apparently didn't bother the people giving this a 9 & 10/10.

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The entire reason that the prisoners were able to escape from the back car is that none of the guards had guns. The movie apparently forgets this rule 30 minutes by not only revealing that some bad guys have real guns, but that they have really powerful guns with an excessive amount of ammo. Two characters are shooting at each other from miles away with sub-machine guns. Clearly there is no shortage of bullets if the characters are willing to waste their ammo shooting @ people that will not be hit from that far away. Why would he keep the guns in the front if he needs them for prisoners in the back? He mentions multiple revolts from the back car and he still hasn't given his guards guns? They don't even have axes back there?? Sorry, not believable.

The prisoners are eating concentrated blocks of 1000's cockroaches yet no one explains how the train has this many cockroaches. Is there a car that is purely for raising cockroaches? It doesn't make sense.

It is not explained why there are people in the back of the car in the first place. Why wouldnt edgar just kill them? He mentions that Chris Evans is going to be his successor but never explains why he would have his successor live in concentration camp-like circumstances in the back of the car, and then suddenly say "okay you run this train now with it's engine you dont know how to use. I trust that you wont murder me and everyone who enslaved your friends.

Gilliam is revealed to be a covert big baddie who is working for Edgar but this is never hinted at all before Edgar bluntly states it. You're telling me that one of Edgar's most loyal main partners was also just cool with having his limbs amputated as a result of Edgar? That this still makes Gilliam, a person who seemingly has a strong conscious, has more loyalty to Edgar than Chris while simultaniously willing Chris Evans to break free from the back car and kill a **** ton of people?

At one point, all of the main characters have the option of having guns. Still many choose to use no gun at all. They would rather fight someone with barefists and be shot, which they are. Lame.

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Brent_MarchantJul 6, 2014

An exhilarating science fiction thrill ride unlike probably any other movie I've ever seen (but with familiar elements included that reminded me of everything from "Battlestar Gallactica" to the "Mad Max" movies to "The Hunger Games" and evenAn exhilarating science fiction thrill ride unlike probably any other movie I've ever seen (but with familiar elements included that reminded me of everything from "Battlestar Gallactica" to the "Mad Max" movies to "The Hunger Games" and even "The Truman Show"). Suspension of belief is essential in watching this one, but, given its metaphorical narrative, that shouldn't be too difficult except the most unimaginative and curmudgeonly. With a terrific mix of action and humor, violence that never gets overly gratuitous and terrific performances from the likes of Tilda Swinton, Ed Harris and Alison Pill, this is a movie one soon won't forget.… Expand

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CinemayorumlariJul 3, 2014

Güzel bir sistem eleştiri yapan bir film. Tren yolculuğu ve kıyamet gibi bir olguyu bu kadar güzel anlatacak bir film zannetmiyorum.
Özellikle Chris Evans muhteşem bir performans göstermiş...
Puanım: 10/8.2

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horusmaximusJul 21, 2014

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Overall it is a pretty interesting movie as long as you don't take it literally. There are a number of interesting scenes. It's quite allegorical and the ending pretty much spells out the dilemma those on the train face vis a vis morality & survival.

Global warming alarmists should be happy that even though everything else on Earth freezes to death, the polar bears still are around.… Expand

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TrevAtTheMoviesJul 23, 2014

Snowpiercer feels like the train its title refers to - heavily segmented in style, tone, and theme. Though there are some cinematographic high moments and wonderfully choreographed and intriguingly conceptual fight sequences, most of the filmSnowpiercer feels like the train its title refers to - heavily segmented in style, tone, and theme. Though there are some cinematographic high moments and wonderfully choreographed and intriguingly conceptual fight sequences, most of the film felt flat to me. The steampunk dystopia has become a very tired trend in blockbuster cinema (The Hunger Games, select bits of The Purge 2), and director-screenwriter Joon-ho Bong, instead of offering a new take on the genre, instead chooses to belabor the traditional tropes we have come to expect. Coal-miner chic clothing from the poor? Check. Great Gatsby hedonism and big hair from the rich? Check. And for all the emphasis given to the CGI panoramas of the bleak world of 2032, I would have hoped the effects would not have come off looking quite so...fake.

I have yet to be impressed with a Chris Evans character, and Snowpiercer did not change my mind about him. I have to cut him some slack, though, because the script definitely did not give him many chances to step outside his Captain America comfort zone of grim tension. Ed Harris makes a serviceable mad scientist villain, and Tilda Swinton is satisfactorily Tilda Swinton-y, but no one has much to do in terms of depth and development.

Finally, the plot simply tries to accomplish too much. It's as if Joon made a checklist of all the good trappings of a dystopian/apocalyptic thriller and tried to mash them into a diamond, when it really ends up an underdeveloped, confusing amalgam of climate catastrophe and Elysium social disorder, with a Matrix-style telekinetic savant thrown in for good measure. I can't say I enjoyed Snowpiercer. I can say that it was very exciting: my heart was pounding, my fists were as clenched as Chris Evan's jaw in any given scene. I was thrilled. And I think that's all that Snowpiercer was trying to accomplish.… Expand

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kimmAug 26, 2014

A classic. A priceless allegory of humanity, with a great ending. It will be a landmark of east-west filmmaking. Surrealistic, complex, violent, references to many iconic films, contradictory, not a star vehicle: so it's not easy at all. ItA classic. A priceless allegory of humanity, with a great ending. It will be a landmark of east-west filmmaking. Surrealistic, complex, violent, references to many iconic films, contradictory, not a star vehicle: so it's not easy at all. It is magnificent.… Expand

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NerdConsultantMar 24, 2015

this is one of the best underrated films of 2014 i am seriously staggered that this film received no oscar nominations or a single screening in the UK outside of the edinburgh film festival. it's really well acting with an excellent ensemblethis is one of the best underrated films of 2014 i am seriously staggered that this film received no oscar nominations or a single screening in the UK outside of the edinburgh film festival. it's really well acting with an excellent ensemble cast including what is possibly Chris Evens best performance. the effects while not perfect are still pretty good and the cinematography itself is excellent and the screenplay adapts the comics well and even improves on a couple of levels. my only issue is despite the fact the action scenes are pretty good they do rely a bit too much shaky cam and the ending is a bit illogical and removes the potential for a sequel in a way the comic did. however i really liked the film and would recommend it highly… Expand

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DCEdmondsNov 13, 2014

"Snowpiercer" 10 Scale Rating: 6.5 (Decent) ...

The Good: Great premise chock full of stunning visuals. Song Kang-ho (and eventually Ed Harris) turns in a great performance and in fact carries most of the film. Grim and dark, you don't"Snowpiercer" 10 Scale Rating: 6.5 (Decent) ...

The Good: Great premise chock full of stunning visuals. Song Kang-ho (and eventually Ed Harris) turns in a great performance and in fact carries most of the film. Grim and dark, you don't know who will still be standing in the end, which is very realistic given the setting. While somewhat preposterous, the twists near the end were well done ... even if you saw some aspects of them coming a mile away.

The Bad: The antagonists come across as cartoon characters and were hard to take seriously. They were just silly and absurd to the point of annoyance. Chris Evans himself was average at best as a man looked to for leadership. For a "leader" type, he was pretty boring and one dimensional. He was just sort of ... there. That's pretty bad considering that he is in 90% of the film's scenes. Lastly, the ending left something to be desired and seemed to put humanity in a worse place than when the film started. That wasn't the intent and it was supposed to be "hopeful" ... but it didn't feel that way. It mostly made me say to myself "Well, we're now extinct ...". While the film was decent enough, I just don't get what all the fuss was about.… Expand

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moviefanatic15Jul 7, 2015

Snowpiercer is one of those films were you want to watch it over and over again. It has something for everyone. Action, science-fiction, adventure. This film is based off a french graphic novel and trust me, the movie is more interesting thanSnowpiercer is one of those films were you want to watch it over and over again. It has something for everyone. Action, science-fiction, adventure. This film is based off a french graphic novel and trust me, the movie is more interesting than the graphic novel. This movie shows what is't like on the train 5 - 6 minutes into the movie and you really feel for the characters, especially Chris Evans. It's truly a movie worth watching.… Expand

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gameofthrones95Jul 1, 2014

If this video wasn't talking to me about global warming every 10 minutes, I would have given it a 5/10 but it is! It can't help itself! I am sick of the message, and sick of the fact that every critic and news channel LOVES global warmingIf this video wasn't talking to me about global warming every 10 minutes, I would have given it a 5/10 but it is! It can't help itself! I am sick of the message, and sick of the fact that every critic and news channel LOVES global warming dogma. Get real, there is very little people can do to slow global warming.… Expand

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TVJerryJul 8, 2014

This film offers an unusual take on the future: the world is a frozen wasteland and the only survivors exist on a long train that continuously travels around the globe. The poor huddled masses at the back (led by Chris Evans) decide to pleadThis film offers an unusual take on the future: the world is a frozen wasteland and the only survivors exist on a long train that continuously travels around the globe. The poor huddled masses at the back (led by Chris Evans) decide to plead their case to the leader, so they undertake a mission to get to the front. At times it seems like an action film, but the fight scenes are often full of splashed blood and blurred action. At other times, it's an apocalyptic drama with bold statements about class and society. If you're willing to overlook the giant lapses in logic, you may find this movie to be an absorbing and original experience. BTW, Tilda Swinton is having great fun with her bespeckled, toothy character.… Expand

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antenaJul 8, 2014

Very solid thriller with lots of crazy, inventive turns every few minutes. Swinton and Evans are very good; this is the kind of sci-fi that rarely gets made these days. Character development and action set pieces can exist side by side, butVery solid thriller with lots of crazy, inventive turns every few minutes. Swinton and Evans are very good; this is the kind of sci-fi that rarely gets made these days. Character development and action set pieces can exist side by side, but apparently as there were no toys for sale here mainstream Hollywood isn't interested.

Sure, the CGI isn't the best, but ILM and Weta can't work on every movie. If the CGI is taking you out of the movie, then you need to reevaluate what's most important in a film.… Expand

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thelastvJul 19, 2014

Many bad reviews are stating the obvious plot holes and logic of the premise of the film. The film is far more allegorical, and a metaphor for our society today. I enjoyed the scenes of entering each different train cart. It sure feels like aMany bad reviews are stating the obvious plot holes and logic of the premise of the film. The film is far more allegorical, and a metaphor for our society today. I enjoyed the scenes of entering each different train cart. It sure feels like a video game, and a twisting and turning wild ride. It is sure to be provocative, and violent for the light-hearted.… Expand

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MovieFan123Aug 12, 2014

Snowpiercer is both interesting and compelling with many levels of complexity. It is filled with a wonderful performance from Chris Evans and incredible special effects. In conclusion, Snowpiercer is an incredible experience and is one thatSnowpiercer is both interesting and compelling with many levels of complexity. It is filled with a wonderful performance from Chris Evans and incredible special effects. In conclusion, Snowpiercer is an incredible experience and is one that everyone should watch.… Expand

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sanyrubJul 27, 2014

Interesting, different enough and very entertaining. The film uses beautiful metaphors which makes it emotive especially towards the end. It also helps that there are several twists along the way and that the performances are very good. FistInteresting, different enough and very entertaining. The film uses beautiful metaphors which makes it emotive especially towards the end. It also helps that there are several twists along the way and that the performances are very good. Fist time I´ve seen Chris Evans giving a real performance (Marvel movies don´t allow that since they usually go for the basics, so I´m glad I discovered him in this other film). Ed Harris is always on point and the rest of the cast did their thing too. A recommendable watch.… Expand

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shpreaJul 12, 2014

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This could have been one of the best movies of the year. But there are so many little stupid issues throughout the movie that it takes the whole film down a notch. I'll enumerate them:
1. The fish- why the hell did the army use a fish in battle? Also, why the hell did that guy trip on it? Was that supposed to be funny? All it did was make me question the director's capabilities.
2. The psychic- why was the girl psychic? It didn't add anything to the movie and was only really utilized once or twice. It was unnecessary and took away realism from the movie.
3. Dentures- why did that woman just randomly take out her dentures? Why? That didn't do anything. It was just dumb.
4. Sushi bar- what kind of train has a sushi bar that's only used twice a year? This isn't a huge complaint. Just a minor issue.
5. Invincible dude- one of the enemies was some guy that was more or less invincible. Why? What purpose did that serve? Did he have to be? It just made the movie less realistic.
6. Dialogue- at times the conversations between characters are ridiculous. There is a point where the lead character talks about cannibalism. Rather than being a serious moment, the poor dialogue makes it laughable.
7. Japanese people- why were there so many Japanese people on the train? That makes no sense if they all boarded in one location. Also it doesn't add anything to the movie. It just makes conversation harder.

Those are some of my complaints. There are a lot of really annoying issues that could have easily been taken out. Had they been, I would have given this movie a 9/10. It poses some very interesting moral and philosophical questions about what it means to live. I really enjoyed a lot of it. But its faults were too many and too annoying to give it anything other than a 6.
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kmyashJul 29, 2014

I'll admit, I saw this because I'm a fan of Chris Evans' and want to see the movies he's in. But I have to say that no matter the reason I went to see it I'm glad I did. This isn't the type of movie that I ever really seek out, I'm generallyI'll admit, I saw this because I'm a fan of Chris Evans' and want to see the movies he's in. But I have to say that no matter the reason I went to see it I'm glad I did. This isn't the type of movie that I ever really seek out, I'm generally watching movies for 'fun and adventure'. I won't talk much about the plot because I don't want to spoil it but I will say that the movie made me uncomfortable in the best way. I sat in the theater actually uncomfortable with the society in the train. In movies like Hunger Games I look at the Capital and say 'yeah those guys are bad' but never do I look at them and think that could be our society, that could be us. It might not be a movie I pick up to watch when I need something on the screen but it is an interesting movie to watch at least once.… Expand

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beingryanjudeNov 30, 2014

With a post-apocalyptic film about a high-speed train which circles the globe, you'll never expect Snowpiercer to be as politically provocative and socially telling as it really is. It's a fascinating look at humanity amidst an unusual, yetWith a post-apocalyptic film about a high-speed train which circles the globe, you'll never expect Snowpiercer to be as politically provocative and socially telling as it really is. It's a fascinating look at humanity amidst an unusual, yet exciting environment. Oh and another fine performance from Tilda Swinton.… Expand

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SchroederRockAug 17, 2015

Snowpiercer reminds me a lot of Equilibrium, though not as good. A lot of the "why we're here" of the story doesn't come until roughly 2/3 of the way through the movie. Because of that the movie feels a bit rushed and awkward for the firstSnowpiercer reminds me a lot of Equilibrium, though not as good. A lot of the "why we're here" of the story doesn't come until roughly 2/3 of the way through the movie. Because of that the movie feels a bit rushed and awkward for the first hour, and the ending barely lands with meaning because of how disjointed the ride is up to that point. Action sequences are quite interesting and are well shot, with more emphasis on artistic flair rather than slick production values. All in all, this is a good movie, but it won't have a very wide appeal because of its style and somewhat-lacking storytelling efforts.… Expand

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grandpajoe6191Aug 31, 2015

The dystopian action thriller "Snowpiercer" is a surprisingly well-crafted movie packed with unpredictable action and blood-boiling tension. Packed with some veteran performances from Tilda Swinton and John Hurt and a thorough script writtenThe dystopian action thriller "Snowpiercer" is a surprisingly well-crafted movie packed with unpredictable action and blood-boiling tension. Packed with some veteran performances from Tilda Swinton and John Hurt and a thorough script written with care, especially that of racism and class, this film is one you wouldn't want to miss watching.… Expand

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Tss5078Nov 17, 2014

Comedian Daniel Tosh calls Snowpiercer, the worst movie he's ever seen. I however disagree, as it is both highly original and highly imaginative, but set in a very odd location. When global warming has become too much for the planet, topComedian Daniel Tosh calls Snowpiercer, the worst movie he's ever seen. I however disagree, as it is both highly original and highly imaginative, but set in a very odd location. When global warming has become too much for the planet, top scientist create a cure, a new chemical that will stabilize the planet, however there is a miscalculation leading to a global ice age, which kills off most of the planet. Earth's remaining inhabitants are left stranded on a single luxury train that is forced to continually circle the earth. I understand that this train was a billionaires dream and has this state of the art engine that will last for decades, but why a train? I'd think if the world was ending, these people would put their money into an underground civilization or some super generator for the worlds largest building, because too me, a train doesn't make a whole lot of sense. When the engine fails, you're dead and if the ice causes a derailment or an avalanche crushes the tracks? There are so many things that could go wrong with this idea, that it's virtually impossible, that for 18 years, nothing has gone wrong. Captain America, Chris Evans stars and he is really terrific. I can't believe I never heard of this guy until a couple of years ago. He leads as if he's been doing it for years and Evans is assisted by a unique cast of characters, one stranger than the next, but their goal is all the same, to leave the crowded, filthy, back of the train, for the luxurious front. Every car brings with it new challenges and they must fight for their lives, before they can even worry about their freedom. The fact that this whole movie takes place on a train is intriguing and makes from some pretty unique scenes. Snowpiercer is one of the most imaginative films to come along in a long time and it features a huge cast of talented actors, that span multiple generations and ethnicities. To even my surprise I really enjoyed the film and couldn't wait to see what lay ahead in the next boxcar, but for as much as I liked the film, a thought kept gnawing in the back of my mind, why a train?… Expand

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csw12Sep 13, 2014

One of the most interesting films of the year no doubt with a great cast but doesn't ever get to the point were you feel something seriously is at stake. Interesting concept that was a little rough around the edges.

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AwesomeReviewerNov 13, 2014

Just saw "Snowpiercer" today and I gotta say, it's a brilliant movie. The cast is wonderful. Chris Evans gives one of his best performances and Tilda Swinton is unrecognizable, but oh so good in the film, probably the highlight in terms ofJust saw "Snowpiercer" today and I gotta say, it's a brilliant movie. The cast is wonderful. Chris Evans gives one of his best performances and Tilda Swinton is unrecognizable, but oh so good in the film, probably the highlight in terms of performances (Oscar nom anyone). The direction is superb and filled with so many amazing shots, visual effects and choreographed action it's like watching poetry in motion. I like the social class story, it's relevant and quite possible. The ending is the only missteps in the film, but overall, I loved it. A strong 4.5/5… Expand

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BradySmithJan 29, 2015

I really like this movie, but I think I slightly overrated it the first time I wrote a review. It is a very impressive piece of work, from the production design, to the smart script, and the very visceral action scenes. It's well acted forI really like this movie, but I think I slightly overrated it the first time I wrote a review. It is a very impressive piece of work, from the production design, to the smart script, and the very visceral action scenes. It's well acted for the most part, but I can't help but feel like Chris Evans is a little stiff in his first few scenes. He eventually delivers a very impressive performance, but it starts out a little bit clunky. It's very visually impressive. Most of the effects shots are top notch, although a few aren't quite up to par with the rest. Snowpiercer's world is a fascinating and grim one, and the movie will thrill you and engage you completely while you're watching it. It's fast paced, unique, and exceptionally well made, but it ends with more of a whimper than a bang, and it doesn't stay with you especially long. Still though, it's well worth any movie lover's time.… Expand

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BrianMcCriticOct 21, 2014

This film gets better and better with every new door that is opened. The acting and directing are both strong and you are really along for the ride with Chris Evans and his characters moral turmoil. B+

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Movie1997Jul 19, 2014

Interesting and engaging from a political stand point, "Snowpiercer" provides a well-meshed combination of action, political structures and even ways we view society. The premise is such a unique gem in that it throws in quite a bit of twistInteresting and engaging from a political stand point, "Snowpiercer" provides a well-meshed combination of action, political structures and even ways we view society. The premise is such a unique gem in that it throws in quite a bit of twist and turns. That's what makes the movie so interesting and even elevates the film to a bigger standard. I will say that some of the characters serve more of a purpose than others, especially Curtis (Chris Evans). His performance was probably the most real and awkwardly enough true to the American dream (if I may use that term properly). It does however suffer from a not so great pace at first, but once the action picks up, you're completely invested in this movie. Overall, it's a great action film with a very engaging premise. I give it an A-!… Expand

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raporgiJan 8, 2015

I dont get it! I guess the critics are stupid as usual. There's nothing new, special or innovative about this movie. The conversation the protagonist has with the big bad at the end was actually done better in another movie about beating theI dont get it! I guess the critics are stupid as usual. There's nothing new, special or innovative about this movie. The conversation the protagonist has with the big bad at the end was actually done better in another movie about beating the system. Tilda Swinton does her thing but it isnt enough to save this movie. Its boring preachy and people have an obsession about chopping limbs off. Maybe I'm to stupid to get it but really this movie doesnt deserve the praise its getting.… Expand

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LowbrowCinemaJul 13, 2014

Bong Joon Ho's SNOWPIERCER is a bit of a conundrum. The filmmaking is sloppy, it's way too long without an original bone in it's body, but I was also totally delighted until the pompous last scene. Ho has the guts to kill off much of his castBong Joon Ho's SNOWPIERCER is a bit of a conundrum. The filmmaking is sloppy, it's way too long without an original bone in it's body, but I was also totally delighted until the pompous last scene. Ho has the guts to kill off much of his cast and leave open doors with little explanations. That's why I was so confused. It's not a good movie but it looks great, has superb action sequences but it's plot and theme are simplistic and banal at best. Good things, bad things, could be the core of this film that feels both ambitious and a slack off at the same time. Again, I'm perplexed!… Expand

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GuyWhoReviewsJul 17, 2014

Snowpiercer, may not be perfect, but it is a very exciting film. The movie takes place on the Snowpiercer, a train that holds the rest of humanity after the entire world is frozen. The wealthy live in the front of the train while the poorSnowpiercer, may not be perfect, but it is a very exciting film. The movie takes place on the Snowpiercer, a train that holds the rest of humanity after the entire world is frozen. The wealthy live in the front of the train while the poor live in the last cars. The train circles around the entire globe with an engine that is able to run forever. The train sustains itself with a garden and numerous animals, while it uses the ice along its path for water. The main character of the movie, Curtis, is a man who lives in the back of the train. He and his fellow passengers in the back are treated poorly and forced to live in a small area with many people. Sick of living in forced poverty, Curtis and the rest of the passengers revolt against those keeping them in the back. Snowpiercer focuses on the corrupt society of the train and how Curtis and the others decide to change the way they live. The movie is fast paced and interesting while going through the various types of cars. For those who don't like gory movies I suggest to either avoid this movie or to be cautious. Numerous fight scenes include knifes and swords going straight into the chests of people. Although there are a few holes in the story it holds up well and is easily one of the best movies of the summer.… Expand

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moviemitch96Aug 23, 2014

I just finished watching this on demand and I must say it's one of the most exciting and entertaining films I've seen all year! While some of the plot elements feel a little too familiar and reused, such as the "post-apocalyptic" element andI just finished watching this on demand and I must say it's one of the most exciting and entertaining films I've seen all year! While some of the plot elements feel a little too familiar and reused, such as the "post-apocalyptic" element and "only a small handful of people survived" element, it's still easily made up for through its smart and masterful storytelling and acting, as well as the impressive visuals considering its semi-low budget. Chris Evans gives a strong lead performance. Tilda Swinton finds herself in yet another strict and intimidating role. The rest of the supporting cast, such as Jamie Bell, John Hurt, Octavia Spencer, Ed Harris, etc also did really well. Overall, it's one of the best sci-fi films this year and one of my favorite films of the year thus far!… Expand

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RoachramirezJul 10, 2014

Una buena pelicula donde te muestra la gente como batalla para sobre vivir cuando en el poder solo hay gente que quiere todo para ellos. buenas imagenes, peleas, solo creo que un poco lenta en la mitad pero todo bien

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MistboosterJul 14, 2014

The movie and story itself are somewhat mediocre, but the visuals, and the soundscape of the movie nailed it, and the overall atmosphere and society portrayed in the movie, lift the movie barely above the muck of mediocre, It is also aThe movie and story itself are somewhat mediocre, but the visuals, and the soundscape of the movie nailed it, and the overall atmosphere and society portrayed in the movie, lift the movie barely above the muck of mediocre, It is also a refreshing movie in the sense it does not try to paint the people struggling for survival as saints, rather it shows people as grim as possible, caged animals struggling to survive, no matter what.

Pros:
-Despite showing little of the scenery outside the train, the visual are Gorgeous.
-Soundscape has been well designed and executed, many sci-fi films today do not pay that much attention to this part of the movie.
-The main protagonist delivers one of the best one liners i have encountered in the last 10 years, towards the end of the movie, while talking with a presumed addict(will not go into details, you have to see it yourself)
-The cast, well most of it, did an excellent job. Especially Tilda Swinton.

Cons:
-The backstory, and story itself, apart from the immediate things going on in the movie, are rather shallow, and they leave you begging for more info.
-The movie ends in an awkward cliffhanger, leaving the viewer to ask countless questions of what happened to who, who survived, and how long...
-Also the movies premise, a train that goes through all continents, in a year, is rather... not well thought out, that train must be travelling awfully slow, considering it takes a local Finnish train, stops and all, 13 hours to travel 800+ kilometers...… Expand

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Meth-dudeMay 29, 2015

With a solid plot,convincing acting and non-stop action,Snowpiercer is overall a good movie.The end is pretty boring but,due to the running time,the movie is still pretty good.The only reason I didn't give a higher score is because the CGIWith a solid plot,convincing acting and non-stop action,Snowpiercer is overall a good movie.The end is pretty boring but,due to the running time,the movie is still pretty good.The only reason I didn't give a higher score is because the CGI effect,and there is a lot of them,are all pretty bad.… Expand

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richtofin819Oct 27, 2014

Snowpiercer is one of those movies you hear described and you just think based on that it will be terrible but when i went to see snowpiercer i encountered a remarkably well developed and grounded film that really immersed me in the plot andSnowpiercer is one of those movies you hear described and you just think based on that it will be terrible but when i went to see snowpiercer i encountered a remarkably well developed and grounded film that really immersed me in the plot and the characters predicament. i would recommend this to anyone.… Expand

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jbravoJul 6, 2014

I don't know....this was a pretty weird movie. lol. It's a one of a kind, I'll say that much. The characters were portrayed very well by the actors. There was a lot of dying all over the place, so it kinda got annoying. However, it was an okI don't know....this was a pretty weird movie. lol. It's a one of a kind, I'll say that much. The characters were portrayed very well by the actors. There was a lot of dying all over the place, so it kinda got annoying. However, it was an ok movie overall.… Expand

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PrestonISSep 3, 2014

Overall, this movie was great! A few of the actors could have done better with their roles (which is the primary reason why I give this film an 8/10). However, the story was very creative; it is yet another dystopian plot without all theOverall, this movie was great! A few of the actors could have done better with their roles (which is the primary reason why I give this film an 8/10). However, the story was very creative; it is yet another dystopian plot without all the young adult cliches that infest novels/movies such as Hunger Games, Divergent, etc. The dark humor knitted throughout scenes of bloodshed and seriousness also helped keep me entertained and engaged. The political and social issues brought to light by the metaphor of the train are problematic of today's society, which is why I believe this film did such a great job! Again, my primary criticism is the acting during some scenes. Highly recommend.… Expand

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RoraEstJun 30, 2014

I love the whole world of Snowpiercer, but the hard part to follow as the audience was the Korean characters conversations. Without the subs, I couldn't follow. I did amaze with all actors and their characters, until I realized, "Truman ShowI love the whole world of Snowpiercer, but the hard part to follow as the audience was the Korean characters conversations. Without the subs, I couldn't follow. I did amaze with all actors and their characters, until I realized, "Truman Show Man. #nice." Chris Evans nailed his character as always.… Expand

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wisdom11Jul 6, 2014

Snowpiercer is an interesting, thought-provoking movie, and one of the better movies currently in theaters n now. The strong aspect of the movie is the idea it asks about what it means to be human. I highly recommend it.

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CRSVeberJul 7, 2014

Movie is generally OK, but ending (and the last part of the movie) is severally lacking. They definitely should have handled it better than they actually did

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AlekswhitestalkJul 10, 2014

Фильм потрясающий, вот совсем ничего не ждал, а получил море удовольствия. Для РФ фильм можно сказать является очень качественной пародией на РЖД, кто ездил на поезде в России поймёт испытает почти то же самое чувство, что в этом фильме.Фильм потрясающий, вот совсем ничего не ждал, а получил море удовольствия. Для РФ фильм можно сказать является очень качественной пародией на РЖД, кто ездил на поезде в России поймёт испытает почти то же самое чувство, что в этом фильме. Порадовал Крис Эванс в главной роли. Такое прям путешествие длиною в поезд. Вагон за вагоном и нужно добраться до цели чтобы его остановить. Короче, очень затягивающий фильмец, рекомендую!
Моя оценка за сюжет 8 из 10, стереоэффекты 10 из 10, "градус неадеквата" 9 из 10. Итого разделим на три, получится ИТОГОВАЯ ОЦЕНКА "9 из 10"
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mwass26Jul 21, 2014

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. An absolutely thrilling movie. I was on the edge of my seat the entire time. To think that they actually built and filmed in all of the train cars used in the movie is amazing. However the one thing that was not entirely satisfying was the ending. But if you are into thrilling action and an amazing story and acting then this is the movie for you… Expand

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vikesh2206Nov 10, 2014

Dark, brutal and bereft from an excess of mind-numbing explosions , the well paced and acted Snowpiercer represents science fiction in its simplest yet finest form.

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shark013Aug 21, 2014

Very gory, but very suspenseful and entertaining. I like the acting of Chris Evans, and Ed Harris. John
Hurt as the old man was great also. Very futuristic.

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Butters1104Sep 1, 2014

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I saw this movie in theatres while on a business trip and, from what I heard from my fellow audience members afterwards, very few of them understood it. And, upon reading the negative user reviews here, I can see that all of the negative reviewers did not understand this film either.
So, here is a clarification: This movie is very good IF you are willing to actually spend your viewing time 'thinking about it!' No, it is not a straight action film. No, it is not about Global Warming. ?Spoiler Alert? It is about the train conductor being their metaphorical "God" and, therefore, the question as to why some people have to suffer and others have a care-free life. And, that is only ONE interpretation. It could ALSO represent certain people purposely placing themselves above others; OR, whether (as the debate goes), there MUST be a lower class in order for an Upper class to thrive.
The point could also be to show the progression of Man throughout human existence. Remember the fire scene and how that turned the tables in the war? Like Sisyphus. And why did God put Man up against such terrible beasts and obstacles and make him indefensible?
There is a LOT to this film. In my opinion, the people who reviewed it negatively just weren't up to the intellectual challenge of film as art and metaphor.… Expand

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SithbotOct 21, 2014

"Snowpiercer" stands out as the sleeper hit that almost no one got around to watching in theaters. This could be due to the fact that it had pretty horrible (read: ZERO) marketing and that it only had a limited release, which is a shame"Snowpiercer" stands out as the sleeper hit that almost no one got around to watching in theaters. This could be due to the fact that it had pretty horrible (read: ZERO) marketing and that it only had a limited release, which is a shame because it could have been one of the biggest hits of the year. It is definitely one of my favorites, and would probably have taken the top spot had it not been for its contrived ending that knocked it down a few pegs.

It's hard to express just how great this movie is, as nearly everything fits together so perfectly that it's nearly flawless in its presentation. We've seen dystopian futures countless times, but the way it is presented here is both horrific and endlessly fascinating. What's unique is that there is absolutely no escape from the predicament the characters are stuck in. Sure Katniss probably would have been found and killed had she escaped and ran from her district in "The Hunger Games", but there was always that chance she could survive. Not here. As proven very clearly in the opening minutes of the movie, humans can not survive the outside elements so the thought of escape is immediately quashed. The grimy and horrible conditions of squalor are perfectly represented here via set design and costumes, and it doesn't take much suspension of disbelief to buy in to the fact that these people were born and grew up in this hellhole.

As the rebellion makes its way forward into the nicer parts of the train, though, each cabin car is its own, unique world in which they discover animals, fish and even a school where children are brainwashed into hero-worship of Wilford who is not only their savior, but also lord and god.

Each set piece is important and tells a story, which makes the Snowpiercer itself almost as important a character as the people who reside within.

Of course, even the best setting will fall flat if the actors aren't up to the challenge presented to them, but everyone succeeds here magnificently. Chris Evans has grown and matured as an actor and easily holds his own against seasoned vets like John Hurt and Tilda Swinton. If anyone ever worried that Evans couldn't carry a film and "Winter Soldier" didn't convince, then this is the movie that will make you a believer. Tilda Swinton chews up her scenes as the main bad guy, and Jamie Bell has definitely grown up into a mature actor who I didn't even recognize at first as compared to his early days in "Billy Elliot" and other movies. A surprise appearance by an actor in a role I won't spoil due to its relevance to the plot had nearly the same impact as Kevin Spacey in "Se7en."

My only problem takes place in the last fifteen minutes or so when it feels the need to stop and casually spoon-feed exposition to the audience. Not only does this totally break the tempo and theme, it also almost completely steals a scene from a movie that came out over a decade ago that has been endlessly parodied and made fun of since. It was annoying and derivative, and made it nearly impossible to take seriously. To be fair, it ends on a high note, but the writers should have found a better way to "explain" everything that was going on.

Aside from that, though, this is a must-see film that I can't recommend enough. It has all the trappings of a great summer film (action, special effects, great storytelling), and it's a shame that so few people had the chance to see it while it was in theaters.… Expand

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TheFilmFanaticNov 2, 2014

Snowpiercer is a fantastic sci-fi film that blends a dystopian apocalypse setting with that of gritty action and a strong, charismatic protagonist. The concept goes above and beyond, delivering a non-stop thriller that ceases to amazeSnowpiercer is a fantastic sci-fi film that blends a dystopian apocalypse setting with that of gritty action and a strong, charismatic protagonist. The concept goes above and beyond, delivering a non-stop thriller that ceases to amaze bringing a fresh take to a rather repetitive post-apocalyptic genre, with action worthy of any summer blockbuster. The cast is great, especially Chris Evans who gives an award worthy performance. Nice to see that sci-fi films can be action-filled without the aid of effects-driven story.… Expand

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WJSApr 3, 2015

This movie is bleak and claustrophobic however, it's very well acted, written and directed. Chris Evans and Tilda Switon are true standouts here and the art direction is quite good. Although the films somewhat dark outlook may not be toThis movie is bleak and claustrophobic however, it's very well acted, written and directed. Chris Evans and Tilda Switon are true standouts here and the art direction is quite good. Although the films somewhat dark outlook may not be to everyone’s taste, it's certainly entertaining in its own, unique way.… Expand

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SuperkidNov 24, 2014

Snowpiercer is an astonishingly good movie because it's not you're usual mainstream type of movie. It's different. Really liked this movie it was a great story and in my opinion Chris Evans' best performance this year and ever and I'm sureSnowpiercer is an astonishingly good movie because it's not you're usual mainstream type of movie. It's different. Really liked this movie it was a great story and in my opinion Chris Evans' best performance this year and ever and I'm sure some of you will disagree but i think so and the fights were cool and gory and it was great.… Expand

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virginiaproudJan 12, 2015

This is a fun romp, great performances and the script delivers some nice surprises. Nothing you want to take too seriously, just pop the corn and pour the wine.

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danippMar 13, 2015

A riveting science fiction placed in a future in which inequality and violence still prevail and rich use their power to dominate the poorest ones and use them to keep their reign. Chris Evans has the greatest performance of his career, whileA riveting science fiction placed in a future in which inequality and violence still prevail and rich use their power to dominate the poorest ones and use them to keep their reign. Chris Evans has the greatest performance of his career, while Tilda Swinton also shines as the evil minister who punishes those who act violently. It's a meaningful story, with an amazing cast portraying it. It's tough to watch but it's worth until the last minute. This adventure will surprise you a lot.… Expand

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ShaormiconJan 28, 2015

It's certain that Snowpiercer is not a masterpiece but it is a pretty good movie whose strengths lie in its world building, the unique take on the mythos of Jonah. The action scenes thrown in the mix are not bad, they are rather anIt's certain that Snowpiercer is not a masterpiece but it is a pretty good movie whose strengths lie in its world building, the unique take on the mythos of Jonah. The action scenes thrown in the mix are not bad, they are rather an entertaining addition but the postmodernist symbolism feels a bit forced and though the movie should be thought provoking with its ending it is just a bit too ambiguous for many to reach a satisfying conclusion.
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SnowpiercerMar 2, 2015

Fantastic movie! Story is nicely written, the actors are more than good, I don't get some low scores here. It would be even better if it was produced and filmed in Korea, cause Holywood ruins most movies nowadays. :(

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MattBrady99Mar 13, 2015

Curtis: "A thousand people in an iron box. No food, no water. After a month we ate the weak. You know what I hate about myself? I know what people tastes like....I know that babies taste best". The story is about a failed global-warmingCurtis: "A thousand people in an iron box. No food, no water. After a month we ate the weak. You know what I hate about myself? I know what people tastes like....I know that babies taste best". The story is about a failed global-warming experiment kills off most life on the planet. The final survivors board the SNOWPIERCER, a train that travels around the globe via a perpetual-motion engine. This has to be the most original and the most well directed film that I've seen this year. The action scenes was well shot and Chris Evans was brilliant in this film. The rest of the cast did a excellent job in they roles. Overall Snowpiercer is a awesome movie with a great story.… Expand

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VaskallionApr 1, 2015

This movie has something great, something mediocre and something absurd.
I liked the idea. I enjoyed how they shot a movie.
There are major flaws in the movie which stopped me from giving it 8. What i found ridiculous is the actor choiceThis movie has something great, something mediocre and something absurd.
I liked the idea. I enjoyed how they shot a movie.
There are major flaws in the movie which stopped me from giving it 8.
What i found ridiculous is the actor choice for the main character. He just doesn't fit there!
Also movie kind of reminds me of hunger games; the Higher class (front of the train) are flamboyant, propaganda washed, crazy people... And the other half are beggars fighting for survival. At that point it's hunger games on train.
Now some good parts i enjoyed. Fighting scenes are not as good as in "Kingsman", but they are decent and i enjoyed them.
At some points at the movie i felt creeped out which i think is a good thing for a scary movie.
And some characters are really interesting and quite unique. Just not enough screen time to develop them.
So here is my advise; watch it! it will not be the movie of the year for you, but the time you'll spend watching it won't be wasted. The only thing you'll have to do is not pay too much attention at obvious mistakes :)… Expand

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MariaKoDec 28, 2015

''Snowpiercer'': a movie that covers the specifications of what we call a ''Sci-Fi'' movie. A film, which undoubtedly reminds us ''The Day after Tomorrow''. It is understandable since the very beginning that the film covers the environmental''Snowpiercer'': a movie that covers the specifications of what we call a ''Sci-Fi'' movie. A film, which undoubtedly reminds us ''The Day after Tomorrow''. It is understandable since the very beginning that the film covers the environmental realm, as well as the political, too. All these combined with the struggle of survival, which battle of survival has definitely ''borrowed'' fighting elements from the ''Hunger Games''.

Moving on, the direction is such that directly emphasizes an otherworldly feeling. ''Snowpiercer'' is another film that strikes the audience with its ''bizzare'' cast, referring to the supporting roles. A cast that reminds the cast of ''Cloud Atlas''.

Regarding the plot, it is unique in the fact that while the central axis remains the same, the wagons in which the action unfolds, in reality ''cuts'' the plot in pieces; in different pieces. The plot can be considered as a puzzle. As the wagons have a different and unpredictable content, and due to the fact that they can be connected or disconnected each other, the plot is written in exact the same way.… Expand

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Bartholomew123Jul 10, 2015

A truly brilliant movie with exceptional (slightly surprising) acting. And mesmerizing visuals. I love Sci-Fi films. Especially if its realistic Sci-Fi. Which this isn't. But that really doesn't matter due to its non-stop train traversingA truly brilliant movie with exceptional (slightly surprising) acting. And mesmerizing visuals. I love Sci-Fi films. Especially if its realistic Sci-Fi. Which this isn't. But that really doesn't matter due to its non-stop train traversing action sequences and its thoughtful, deep script.… Expand

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ANTIPCMay 17, 2020

Perfect tripe for the politically correct. For normal folks, it is just more leftist propaganda with identity politics, mediocre performances and a bulimic Jennifer on display.

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zNeverSleepingOct 26, 2020

"You need to maintain a proper balance of anxiety and fear and chaos and horror in order to keep life going. And if we don't have that, we need to invent it"

Snowpiercer tem uma premissa interessante, uma direção singular, um universo bem"You need to maintain a proper balance of anxiety and fear and chaos and horror in order to keep life going. And if we don't have that, we need to invent it"

Snowpiercer tem uma premissa interessante, uma direção singular, um universo bem construído e criticas afiadíssimas.

Bong Joon-ho não entrega as respostas com facilidade. Nos intriga e utiliza da cenografia para nos deixar incomodados. O filme é muito escuto, e se isso é ruim pra nós, imagina pra quem passou 18 anos ali?
Premissas pós-apocalípticas quase sempre são legais, mas desenvolve-las bem... ai já é outra historia. Cada elemento induzido e apresentado sobre o trêm e o próprio planeta em seu proposito narrativo, seja para tapar "furos" a servir como alicerce de um plot futuro.

O elenco té muito bem. Minha preferida é Tilda Swinton, claro. Existem papeis que parecem ser feitos com a mesma em mente. Song Kang-ho interpreta seu personagem muito bem, convencendo quando foi mais necessário. Senti que o Chris Evans não foi capaz de entregar cenas muito dramáticas, mas de forma geral ele tá bem sim no filme.

As cenas de ação não me agradaram muito. O tremor da câmera me incomodou bastante, mas na maior parte do tempo não me deixou perdido. O filme tem plots excelentes, mas eu tenho a sensação de que a tensão deveria estar maior para que eles tivessem o impacto que o diretor almejava. As criticas relacionadas a falta de humanidade, controle, situações extremas onde seres humanos são expostos e desigualdade social dão uma profundidade imensa a obra. Te fazem refletir, ficar em duvida, pensar...

Super recomendado.

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AlBal665Apr 18, 2020

I just really couldn’t get past the ludicrous premise of a perpetual motion train in a perpetual ice age. There were some heavy handed aspects of class equality etc but it wasn’t anywhere near as good as the critics made out.

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drlowdonMay 19, 2022

After a failed attempt to stop global warming, the Earth freezes and the only survivors live aboard a high-tech train that continually orbits the planet. Within the train a strict class system exists, and the passengers in the lower-classAfter a failed attempt to stop global warming, the Earth freezes and the only survivors live aboard a high-tech train that continually orbits the planet. Within the train a strict class system exists, and the passengers in the lower-class tail-section have decided it’s time they start to fight back against those keeping them oppressed. In all honesty I found Snowpiercer to be a bit of a mess. If you stop for even a second to think about what is going on, it pretty quickly becomes clear that it makes very little sense. The script, that takes aim at the class systems that exist within our society, is also so incredibly heavy handed that not even talented actors like John Hurt or Chris Evans can really sell it. Despite all this Snowpiercer does briefly entertain on occasions, and if you can switch off your brain for a couple of hours you may find something to enjoy.… Expand