Spider-Man 3
Columbia Pictures | Release Date: May 4, 2007
6.5
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SteveK.May 6, 2007
[***SPOILERS***] This movie is bad. It is not good. I repeat, it is bad. However, I must add that I am 29 years old. I saw this movie with a group of 26 people, ranging from 9-35. Everyone over the age of 18 hated it. And most of the people[***SPOILERS***] This movie is bad. It is not good. I repeat, it is bad. However, I must add that I am 29 years old. I saw this movie with a group of 26 people, ranging from 9-35. Everyone over the age of 18 hated it. And most of the people under the age of 18 liked it. So where do we begin? First off, as many have noted, there are too many villains. They all contriibute to the themes of the movie but none are fully fleshed out. And I am sick of movies using predictable coincedences to move the plot along. [**SPOILERS***] Seriously, the one guy who happens to fall into a pit where scientists are changing the molecular properties of sand just happens to be the guy who killed Peter's uncle? And the one person on earth that happens to stumble upon the alien symbiote just happens to be Spider-Man? When Peter and MJ are fighting, Gwen Stacy just happens to be eating in the same restaurant? When Spider-Man gets the alien suit off, Eddie Brock just happens to be in the same church? You can not be serious! Most movies rely on one or two coincidences to move the plot along, but this is just absurd. The fights just seem to drag on as does this movie. Peter's dark side is portrayed so comically, it's laughable. Sand Man's power is so ill-defined that it is not clear at all what this guy can do. Overall, this movie is the biggest movie disappointment since Matrix Revolutions. It gets an A for special effects, and Venom is nicely done (for the whole 10 minutes he appears in this movie), but the movie is a mess. And did I mention how bad this film is? I know you're going to watch it anyways. But you were warned.… Expand
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EricCotterMay 10, 2007
Easily the most disappointing movie I've ever seen. Not fun at all, way too cheesy for a Spidey flick (seriously, the whole teaming up part at the end, and then the shamefully ridiculous dance scene). Bad guys don't seem like they Easily the most disappointing movie I've ever seen. Not fun at all, way too cheesy for a Spidey flick (seriously, the whole teaming up part at the end, and then the shamefully ridiculous dance scene). Bad guys don't seem like they should be bad. All the characters are emotionally distant. The fight scenes are all right, but nothing like those in the previous movies. Clearly wanted to take the Batman aproach and be more dark and sinister, but failed so bad. Sam Raimi can do better, but now he'll probably never get the chance to redeem himself with the series. There have been talks of going on without him, and now it's obvious why.… Expand
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EncylopediaBrownMay 4, 2007
This is what it looks like when a franchise turns a gun on itself.
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livemannApr 9, 2022
sugarnite here is the definition of an average raimitard. giving spider-man 3 a higher score than the batman lmfao, giving all mcu spider-man films bad scores. a perfect textbook example
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NolanLundgaardSep 23, 2018
As soon as the ending credits began, the person sitting next to me leaned over and sarcastically whispered two words in my ear, “nailed it!”. I laughed and thought, ‘that’s about right’. If you have seen my previous reviews, you would haveAs soon as the ending credits began, the person sitting next to me leaned over and sarcastically whispered two words in my ear, “nailed it!”. I laughed and thought, ‘that’s about right’. If you have seen my previous reviews, you would have seen how much I LOVED Spider-Man 2. Therefore, it’s understandable how I was super excited to watch the last chapter of the Tobey Maguire Spider-Man trilogy. It’s also understandable how big of a DISAPPOINTMENT 3 was. It has worse CGI and special effects than its predecessor (seriously, what the heck? This movie was made three years after 2, and I expected an improvement or it staying the same, not a step backwards! This was 2007, not the 80s!). In addition to this, the story suffered from having too many villains (one is great, because you get to focus on one conflict. Two is nice because they have intertwining tales that spice things up, but three? Why do we need three? It just makes everything confusing and hard to follow. Have you seen the movie, Batman & Robin? It features three villains also, and it was such a great movie! [Haha, that was a joke]). The film also was hurt by mere stupidity. How many revivals did they have to have, and what the heck was with all that “probably just a bird” idiocy? Was the extensive strutting scene absolutely necessary, or the black-suited Spider-Man? Why couldn’t Venom just have found Eddie and save us all that cringiness during that time. And that instant side-change of the New Goblin? Why? Possibly it was just an excuse for a couple of fight scenes. Also, if someone took a grenade to the face in real life, no way could that person survive. The plot line is also super predictable at times. Bottom line: if you haven’t seen Spider-Man 3, good for you. Watch the first two and skip this one. I haven’t seen The Amazing Spider-Man yet as of this writing, but I can almost guarantee it’s better than this movie, so watch that one instead.… Expand
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DerekReideApr 7, 2019
Just when I thought Sam Raimi got his crap together. I honestly thought they were going to revive this series, but thank God it's over.
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Xolt3cNov 18, 2020
Too many villains, too many pale plot strands, too many romantic misunderstandings, too many conversations, too many street crowds looking high into the air and shouting “oooh!” I do admire Sam Raimi’s ambition for this movie, but it felt aToo many villains, too many pale plot strands, too many romantic misunderstandings, too many conversations, too many street crowds looking high into the air and shouting “oooh!” I do admire Sam Raimi’s ambition for this movie, but it felt a bit uneven at the end.… Expand
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MaxMooneyMay 2, 2007
Definitely the weakest of the three (what is it with Marvel #3's? X-Men 3 reaked as well). The audience I was with seemed bored throughout and laughed only once. And that was the Jonah Jameson pill scene. Not a good sign. I sayDefinitely the weakest of the three (what is it with Marvel #3's? X-Men 3 reaked as well). The audience I was with seemed bored throughout and laughed only once. And that was the Jonah Jameson pill scene. Not a good sign. I say let's leave it alone at 3 and NOT suit up for any more.… Expand
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Dovakinxr7Aug 21, 2020
O filme Homem-Aranha 3 tem ótimos efeitos especiais, Tobey Maguire(Homem-Aranha) ainda continua mandando bem, o vilão Homem de areia ficou bem legal e a trilha sonora ainda é muito boa.
O filme falha em quase todo resto, Venom é ridiculo,O filme Homem-Aranha 3 tem ótimos efeitos especiais, Tobey Maguire(Homem-Aranha) ainda continua mandando bem, o vilão Homem de areia ficou bem legal e a trilha sonora ainda é muito boa.
O filme falha em quase todo resto, Venom é ridiculo, Green Stacy muito sem grasça, Homem-Aranha emo, roteiro bagunçado,resumindo uma forçação de barra imensa, sem dúvida o pior filme do Homem-Aranha.… Expand
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imthenoobJul 8, 2020
Didn't care for it when it came out, Didn't care for it now. I felt have multiple villains was a huge mistake as it kind of muddled the story. Couple that with the worst acting of the series and you have yourself a stinker.
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LivingTribunalApr 27, 2018
This is what I thought after watching the film first time. ARE you kidding me? Venom, Sandman, so many villains, but none of them was good. The action sequence might have been good at the time, but now, it's just trash.
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Dostoyevsky3May 27, 2020
Burdened by its overstuffed story and distasteful character decisions. Spider-Man 3 nonetheless would be able to overcome those obstacles with an excellent performance from Tobey Maguire who infects the audience with a pleasing amount ofBurdened by its overstuffed story and distasteful character decisions. Spider-Man 3 nonetheless would be able to overcome those obstacles with an excellent performance from Tobey Maguire who infects the audience with a pleasing amount of cringe. To be serious though, the mostly positive message is driven by an impressive amount of emotional weight that works very well as a final chapter to this classic spidey trilogy. Unfortunately, the typical damsel in distress has elevated to an insufferable level that dooms this film as an unbearable watch.… Expand
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ChrisboMay 6, 2007
, I'm a HUGE fan of Spiderman...Liked the first movie, LOVED the second flick and was dying to see the third one. And since I live in Korea, I was able to see the movie tonight (SM3 opened in Asia 3 days before it opens in North, I'm a HUGE fan of Spiderman...Liked the first movie, LOVED the second flick and was dying to see the third one. And since I live in Korea, I was able to see the movie tonight (SM3 opened in Asia 3 days before it opens in North America). I'm sad to say, I was let down by the third film.

The biggest issue by far is the fact that there are FAR too many story lines going on at once. The movie feels very bogged down and not nearly enough time is given for proper character development.

In this movie, there is Spiderman, Mary Jane, Gwen Stacey, "New" Goblin Venom and Sandman. Each character is given the bare amount of time for development.

I'm assuming that since most of the cast is non-committal to returning for a fourth movie, the filmmakers decided to throw as many stories into this movie in case it was the end. It really takes away from the movie as a whole.

The other big issue I have is the very forced sense of humor the movie tries to take. From a very lame riff on John Travolta's walk from "Saturday night fever" to watching Peter Parker dance to jazz music, a lot of the humor feels like it's was written for a SNL sketch.

There is a very poor ending involving Spiderman and Sandman that defies logic.

I sincerely hope this is NOT the last Spiderman film, because if it is, it's certainly not the best way for the series to end. None of the magic and originality of the second film are here. I hope that a decision is made to do a fourth film and I hope if a fourth film is made, the filmmakers decide to go back to what made the second film so special.

** out of *****… Expand
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eeganracMay 8, 2007
the movie was terrible. to have to sit and watch two music numbers.........give me a f*ckin break! to have harry's butler come out of nowhere and talk sense in to harry, thats just piss poor lazy writing. venom is just an f*cking joke.the movie was terrible. to have to sit and watch two music numbers.........give me a f*ckin break! to have harry's butler come out of nowhere and talk sense in to harry, thats just piss poor lazy writing. venom is just an f*cking joke. the syboite (don't know how it is spelled) comes from a meteor, omfg this is 2007, not 1967! I liked the first spider-man, the second was just stolen from superman II. i would advise anyone to just wait until this movie is on dvd, cause it is an abomination! Nothing like at the end of the movie having sandman, and spider-man crying, wtf! please do not make another spider-man movie. if you go and see this movie than you are part of the problem.… Expand
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WaylandMcAwesomeMay 5, 2007
Spiderman, my good sirs, is a fighter, not a sissy weiner that spends most of the movie crying. I wanted to see him fight. I fought more than he did; I fought boredom. Once upon a time, as a kid, I had dreams that Spiderman could be turnedSpiderman, my good sirs, is a fighter, not a sissy weiner that spends most of the movie crying. I wanted to see him fight. I fought more than he did; I fought boredom. Once upon a time, as a kid, I had dreams that Spiderman could be turned into a great trilogy. My dreams were shattered tonight. Mr. Raimi, I hope you are happy, because you have killed the dreams of little Wayland. For your sake, I hope your next project is to invent a time machine, go back in time, and save little Wayland.… Expand
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LaGuertaFeb 27, 2013
You can only assume that Raimi intended to make a comedy but changed his mind at the last minute. Peter Parker dances away his credibility and the potential for a sequel.
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asoykeMay 5, 2007
This was not a good movie. Shame on you Sam Raimi. You should change your name to Shlong Raimi, because that's how bad this movie was. Please don't cry about it. I got enough of that out of every single scene in the movie. WayThis was not a good movie. Shame on you Sam Raimi. You should change your name to Shlong Raimi, because that's how bad this movie was. Please don't cry about it. I got enough of that out of every single scene in the movie. Way to mess up a trilogy. Next time someone wants to pay you to direct a movie, please have them give my balls a call, because they could make a better movie.… Expand
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ArkonBladeJan 29, 2011
i was so excited for this movie i liked the first 2 spider-man movies . i thought for sure sam rami would get it right in the 3rd especially when i heard venom was gonna finnaly be in it. let me say right off the bat im a HUGE Venom fan . hei was so excited for this movie i liked the first 2 spider-man movies . i thought for sure sam rami would get it right in the 3rd especially when i heard venom was gonna finnaly be in it. let me say right off the bat im a HUGE Venom fan . he is my favorite comic book hero/villian . even when i heard topher grace was gona be eddie brock i still stayed positive . not like i have any thing against topher i like him in that 70s show but really!? topher grace .... as eddie brock ... yeeaaaah... not the right choice on that casting call. they just destroyed him in this film and after hearing rami's excuse of venom was to much of a 1 demensional charicter and not intresting enough to star as the villian just proved that rami was not the spider-man fan he said he was and had no buisness in hell touching this film. there was to much going on and not enough devolpment on really any thing and yes the dance seen with parker was rancid dog ass. the action was great but thats the only thing in this movie that was great. the plot of this should have started out with spider-man fighting scorpion in the first half of the film and gettin the black suite and needing it to beat him then focused on venom second half . then having spidy beating Venom and NOT for the love of god killing him and then bringing in Venom and Carnage tag teaming spider man in the next movie. that would have been awsome and i would have praised sam rami as a freekin genous and true spider-man fan . i wana say he's a giant douchebag... but he still mad Army of darkness which is a freekin awsome movie .so ill just call him a dumb ass for now.… Expand
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ChrisMay 12, 2007
This was a painful experience. They used every superhero cliche in the book. It was manipulative, ignorant, and just plain stupid. Every time I see a good review on here, I shudder, because it supports my belief that our culture is utterly This was a painful experience. They used every superhero cliche in the book. It was manipulative, ignorant, and just plain stupid. Every time I see a good review on here, I shudder, because it supports my belief that our culture is utterly brain dead. What a waste of film.… Expand
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JMay 11, 2007
This movie was... BAD. Atrocious dialogue. Good special effects. Terrible fight scenes in terms of scripted action - very mediocre. Blah.
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PaulDaviesMay 15, 2007
i didnt rate this movie number one cause i think i would be cool to be like yea its number 1. i think that anyone who liked this movie should should be hit over the head with a very heavy object and shunned in society aka eddie. but i thinki didnt rate this movie number one cause i think i would be cool to be like yea its number 1. i think that anyone who liked this movie should should be hit over the head with a very heavy object and shunned in society aka eddie. but i think also that u might see some action if u ended up in the wrong movie but thats the only way. Ben ur right this movie sucked hard then paris hilton!… Expand
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EnriqueMay 4, 2007
A big, resounding bomb!
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giancarlobMay 18, 2007
this movie was a peace of shit i saw it online and im glad i did cuz i wouldnt have spent a dime to see hollywood take such a taribble story and make it into this movie ......... it was people that give it a 10 u guys r mentallythis movie was a peace of shit i saw it online and im glad i did cuz i wouldnt have spent a dime to see hollywood take such a taribble story and make it into this movie ......... it was people that give it a 10 u guys r mentally retarted.............. i thought that for being a sequel it sucked .......... if ur going to give spiderman the black suit the movie has to be dark............ really dark not just kinda dark with a nerd thinking hes cool for one scene........... i hated this movie so much i just wana say it like 1000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000 times !!!!!!!! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie! i hated this movie!… Expand
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phildoughertyMay 28, 2007
i feel bad for sam rammie and all of the actors.
this movie was rushed the whole time, just to have mindless action, with to many characters. also i love how the black spiderman outfit is every where in advertisments but only 2 seconds ini feel bad for sam rammie and all of the actors.
this movie was rushed the whole time, just to have mindless action, with to many characters. also i love how the black spiderman outfit is every where in advertisments but only 2 seconds in the movie. oh and one more thing sam rammie didnt even want to put venium in the movie!!!!… Expand
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Animationking6Jan 27, 2011
Not the best Spider-man movie in the series, but the action scenes were probably the best n the series out of all the other Spider-man films. The only letdown for this film is the story I didn't particular like the story to this film, INot the best Spider-man movie in the series, but the action scenes were probably the best n the series out of all the other Spider-man films. The only letdown for this film is the story I didn't particular like the story to this film, I thought the story was all over the place and a bit rushed.… Expand
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Gamer44Dec 5, 2012
oh my but this movie sucks 100 times more than spider-man 1 and 2.The acting is even worse,the story is the worst ever.and sorry tobey maguire but your acting still sucks it is so terrible I never want to see another Tobey Maguire movie in myoh my but this movie sucks 100 times more than spider-man 1 and 2.The acting is even worse,the story is the worst ever.and sorry tobey maguire but your acting still sucks it is so terrible I never want to see another Tobey Maguire movie in my lifetime.And it is all thanks to spider-man.Can't believe they decided to actually make a third instalment they should not have never made spider-man from the beginning they would have saved lots of money and would have saved us from utter bordem.Again this goes straight into the worst movies in history list.… Expand
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spadenxDec 9, 2011
There is a reason they are rebooting the series, This film was absolute trash. Not only did the acting and the story suck but there was a musical during the film and that just wont do.
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SwatiFeb 12, 2013
I wish I had never seen it. The plot was so contrived and the length longer without offering anything of worth. It's like they knew this was the last one in the series and they had to use all the villains. With nothing to offer, they evenI wish I had never seen it. The plot was so contrived and the length longer without offering anything of worth. It's like they knew this was the last one in the series and they had to use all the villains. With nothing to offer, they even tried to make us concerned that this might be the end of Spidey, but it looked so sappy I wanted him to die and be done with. There were a few good scenes when Spidey turns dark, but nothing can really redeem this piece of garbage.… Expand
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AaronWasserman2May 4, 2014
This is what happens when you have too many story lines, to many villains, and to many things to juggle. Spider-Man 3 sucks. Spider-Man 3 is a visually stunning movie and has a great score...that being said theres nothing else to it. TheThis is what happens when you have too many story lines, to many villains, and to many things to juggle. Spider-Man 3 sucks. Spider-Man 3 is a visually stunning movie and has a great score...that being said theres nothing else to it. The acting is clunky, the story is so tangled (no pun intended) and character motivations are constantly questions. things happen by coincidence...good call sony to get rid of Spidey 4 and bring in the new ones.… Expand
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HISHEhebJul 9, 2014
סרט הספיידרמן הכי גורע שראינו, לא כדאי לראות. סרט שהרס לא מעט דמויות מהקומיקס של ספיידרמן. יש כמה סצינות שממש פדיחה בכלל לראות אותם. סרט שכל המעריצים של ספיידרמן התאכזבו ממנו, בעיקר בגלל שבו נהרסה הדמות של ונוםסרט הספיידרמן הכי גורע שראינו, לא כדאי לראות. סרט שהרס לא מעט דמויות מהקומיקס של ספיידרמן. יש כמה סצינות שממש פדיחה בכלל לראות אותם. סרט שכל המעריצים של ספיידרמן התאכזבו ממנו, בעיקר בגלל שבו נהרסה הדמות של ונום
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CTHReviewsMar 7, 2018
Look, Spider-Man 3 is bad. Not awful, just bad. Mary Jane is more unbearable than ever in this installment, Venom has nothing cool to do, and character motivation, save for Sandman and Harry, is almost a joke. However, there are some goodLook, Spider-Man 3 is bad. Not awful, just bad. Mary Jane is more unbearable than ever in this installment, Venom has nothing cool to do, and character motivation, save for Sandman and Harry, is almost a joke. However, there are some good things in it too, like Harry's arc, the action, and Sandman's arc. Not enough to make it good, though.… Expand
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noob328Dec 8, 2020
how does this film has a 6.8 rating?? higher than Iron Man 3, Superman II and The Wolverine???
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EthneeMay 4, 2007
TOTALLY NOT WHAT I EXPECTED!!! I think the sneak peeks and trailors gave away the bulk of the movie, and left you wondering...but there was nothing left to wonder. You've seen the previews, you've seen the base of the show, minus TOTALLY NOT WHAT I EXPECTED!!! I think the sneak peeks and trailors gave away the bulk of the movie, and left you wondering...but there was nothing left to wonder. You've seen the previews, you've seen the base of the show, minus the quiet and trite addition of "The Notebook" yes! It seems like they can never be satisfied. Spiderman 1&2 definately hit the spot, but 3...just makes you wish it would have ended at 2!… Expand
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JoanG.May 5, 2007
Dreadful. Characters, plotlines, and completely different tones are mashed together incoherently. My audience laughed at parts that were supposed to be heartfelt, and squirmed at what was supposed to be funny. And I loved the first two Dreadful. Characters, plotlines, and completely different tones are mashed together incoherently. My audience laughed at parts that were supposed to be heartfelt, and squirmed at what was supposed to be funny. And I loved the first two movies. How did Sam Rami go so wrong?… Expand
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KyleW.May 9, 2007
Not nearly enough action, dragged on too long with scenes full of dull sappy scenes. and the whole movie was ruined with the stupid display of peter parker trying to act cool and "badass".
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JerkGuyOct 2, 2007
Spiderman is my favorite of Marvel comic hero
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ChristopherW.May 22, 2007
I've got many of the same criticisms of many fans and critics. The film is excessively uneven in tone, too cluttered with villians, uncomfortably silly at times, and the pacing annoyingly moves in fits and starts. Even the hugely I've got many of the same criticisms of many fans and critics. The film is excessively uneven in tone, too cluttered with villians, uncomfortably silly at times, and the pacing annoyingly moves in fits and starts. Even the hugely expensive special effects seem uninvolving and lifeless. What's more, the script is weak and creates a rather unengaging and, at many times, downright boring 2hr. 20min. misfire. Oh, did I mention the film is overlong. Yikes! Sam Raimi clearly has burnout. Too bad!… Expand
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ChrisB.May 4, 2007
Spider-Man 3 should have been incredible. It should have been an epic wrap up to, what would have been, a great trilogy. However, it falls into the same pitfalls as "X3: The Last Stand." There are too many characters that are poorly Spider-Man 3 should have been incredible. It should have been an epic wrap up to, what would have been, a great trilogy. However, it falls into the same pitfalls as "X3: The Last Stand." There are too many characters that are poorly developed and the performances, for the most part, were sub-par. The voice acting for Venom was awful and Sandman just was not that interesting of a villan. The showdown between Spider-Man and Harry was underwhelming and the action was just really corny. The dialogue left alot to be desired, particularly the chessey lines used by Peter Parker when he turns to the darkside. It was pure camp and a true testament to style over substance. No moment particularly thrilled me and the ending was an enourmous cop-out. Even if you are a die-hard fan of the serious, avoid this film. Just pretend it doesn't exist and go believe that some day there will be a competant director to take on Spider-Man; one who gives us the truly epic conclusion that we all wanted in this one.… Expand
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DoubtingThomasMay 4, 2007
Completely disappointing. The only good parts are the ones that are unintentionally funny. Cliche-o-rama script, canned dialogue, contrived plot twists. Wouldn't have even been good as a comic book. Any action fantasy film starts out Completely disappointing. The only good parts are the ones that are unintentionally funny. Cliche-o-rama script, canned dialogue, contrived plot twists. Wouldn't have even been good as a comic book. Any action fantasy film starts out with a character as Broadway chanteuse - you know it's all downhill from there. Save the $10, and watch #1 or #2 again.… Expand
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AnnW.May 4, 2007
A very boring movie. The thin characters were totally overwhelmed by the desperately clever, but uninspiring special effects.
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AnsonG.May 5, 2007
This movie lost all the fun and interest about it.That's how they're ending the Spider-Man series? The acting is poor. The writing is predictable and cheesy. The action, which the Spider-Man series has been so good at portraying, This movie lost all the fun and interest about it.That's how they're ending the Spider-Man series? The acting is poor. The writing is predictable and cheesy. The action, which the Spider-Man series has been so good at portraying, was jumpy and short-lived. I couldn't believe that the plot had to go in so many directions. It was a bit hard to follow at times and did not lend itself to character development. Although the same writers and directors were employed for this installment, it seemed like they were grasping at air. Take everything that you liked from the previous movies and make it completely over-done. They should have stuck to a single villain because there is not a lot of development of the Sandman character. It also suffers from the success and critical acclaim of the first two movies in that the movie tries to include every good thing but fails miserably in the amalgamation. The previews make it look great and totally appealing but you can really show an extremely lacking plot in a 30 second TV spot. Yes it will make a boatload of money but that can't overrule how utterly disappointing this first summer blockbuster is.… Expand
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SnortchMay 5, 2007
This movie has about as appealing as freshly mowed over dog poop. I love SM and I enjoyed the first 2, but this one was really a waste. My eyes about rolled to the back of my head in several scenes...especially the contrived spidey swinging This movie has about as appealing as freshly mowed over dog poop. I love SM and I enjoyed the first 2, but this one was really a waste. My eyes about rolled to the back of my head in several scenes...especially the contrived spidey swinging in slow motion in front of the American flag...as if to say that Venom and Sandman are the terrorists...was surprised that the Proud to be American song didnt make it in there. Guhhh...what a waste!… Expand
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ChuckB.May 5, 2007
Predicable story and film school dialogue
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DavidR.May 5, 2007
I was generous with this high of a rating. The movie was awful!! I went to see an action film not a stupid comedy. Putting a huge american flag behind spider man is ridiculous!! Venom is a beast in the comics but he is merely a witty Topher I was generous with this high of a rating. The movie was awful!! I went to see an action film not a stupid comedy. Putting a huge american flag behind spider man is ridiculous!! Venom is a beast in the comics but he is merely a witty Topher Grace in this one. DO NOT see this movie if you like the first 2. Like X-Men they ruined the whole serious in one shot.… Expand
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JustinS.May 5, 2007
A few good action sequences can't make up for the woeful and overstuffed plot.
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MooMay 5, 2007
The worst superhero movie I have seen so far. Even ELEKTRA and the 1st FF movie was better than this one. Stupid dialogue (nearly as crap as in STAR WARS), lame actors (or rather flat characters), too exaggerated fighting scences, boring The worst superhero movie I have seen so far. Even ELEKTRA and the 1st FF movie was better than this one. Stupid dialogue (nearly as crap as in STAR WARS), lame actors (or rather flat characters), too exaggerated fighting scences, boring script (Uncle Ben RIP!?).The only things I liked were the supporting actors like Bruce Campbell and the very aesthetic "birth sequence" of Sandman.… Expand
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JudyTMay 6, 2007
Pitiful movie. Never did like Tobey as Spidey. In the comic he wasn't so nerdy, that Clark Kent not Peter Parker.
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NelsonS.May 6, 2007
Too many villains with no depth...too long which is one of the best marvel characters.
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ChrisM.May 6, 2007
It's really pretty bad. I love Spiderman and I wanted it to be good, but it was really bad. The story lacks any kind of depth, there are many scenes that didn't need to be in the movie at all and were just plain stupid. (Like the It's really pretty bad. I love Spiderman and I wanted it to be good, but it was really bad. The story lacks any kind of depth, there are many scenes that didn't need to be in the movie at all and were just plain stupid. (Like the dance scene in the Cafe). They need to go back to the drawing board with the fanchise, because it's become indulgent, bloated and really disappointing. Don't waste your money on this movie.… Expand
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DavidP.May 6, 2007
I REALLY wanted to like this movie more. I have been a fan of the last 2 movies and have had some exposure of the Spiderman franchise (in the earlier years). But although there was a need to fulfill the fanboy wishes the movie falls flat on I REALLY wanted to like this movie more. I have been a fan of the last 2 movies and have had some exposure of the Spiderman franchise (in the earlier years). But although there was a need to fulfill the fanboy wishes the movie falls flat on its face for pretty much all reasons. Visual effects although I'm sure they were pushing boundaries with the sandman 'particle' effects there were some hideous compositing in that movie. Script suffered from really corny one liners. Look, I KNOW these actors can act but goddam the dialogue was so bad they really couldn't. And the story and themes and not to mention some really subpar editing and music. The pacing was too slow and then suddenly rushed in the last 15minutes to set up the final battle. And then, some more dialogue about forgiveness and everyone is ok.… Expand
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SteveS.May 6, 2007
It fell into all the traps of previous comic book films, particularly the third and fourth "Batman" movies -- too many villains and not enough development of the characters. The "bad" Peter Parker sequence was dreadful and by the end, when It fell into all the traps of previous comic book films, particularly the third and fourth "Batman" movies -- too many villains and not enough development of the characters. The "bad" Peter Parker sequence was dreadful and by the end, when Spider-Man was taking on a 40-foot Sandman, I felt like I was watching the Stay-Puft Marshmallow Man from "Ghostbusters." Don't bother.… Expand
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NadieT.May 7, 2007
Loooooooong and boring. Tobey can't play a bad guy, looks like a parody of himself. Great effects but what's new. Please stop here and don't make us suffer thru a 4th one.
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ABJun 2, 2007
As a strong fan of the first two Spider-Man movies, I find myself inexplicably disappointed in the third installment. The action scenes are mildly entertaining portions of an incredibly disastrous whole. The dialog is horrific, and, at best, As a strong fan of the first two Spider-Man movies, I find myself inexplicably disappointed in the third installment. The action scenes are mildly entertaining portions of an incredibly disastrous whole. The dialog is horrific, and, at best, the plot is senseless, containing numerous fallacies. Along with Shrek the Third, Spider-Man 3 is a major letdown.… Expand
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CoryB.May 12, 2007
I think deep down I knew this movie was going to suck the moment I saw the costume they had James Franko (harry osborne) wear. What a pile of trash Spidey 3 is. I agree with my local paper that says J.K. Simmons and Bruce Campbell should I think deep down I knew this movie was going to suck the moment I saw the costume they had James Franko (harry osborne) wear. What a pile of trash Spidey 3 is. I agree with my local paper that says J.K. Simmons and Bruce Campbell should make a movie. My biggest complaint is killing off Venom and lack of script. I'm so disappointed, Mr. Raimi....… Expand
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DuncanI.May 13, 2007
This is a shocker I went to see it today and I was so disapointed! It is a cross between Battle Field Earth & Days of Our Lives. Don't bother yourself in seeing it just tell your Kids Spiderman was hit by a truck and died straight after This is a shocker I went to see it today and I was so disapointed! It is a cross between Battle Field Earth & Days of Our Lives. Don't bother yourself in seeing it just tell your Kids Spiderman was hit by a truck and died straight after the better Spiderman 2.… Expand
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MarcyT.May 14, 2007
Verdict from two parents and all three teenagers, 2 boys, 1 girl? It was bad. We were actually bored and wishing for it to end already so we could leave. The Sandman was interesting, but the director never decided if he was a bad guy or a Verdict from two parents and all three teenagers, 2 boys, 1 girl? It was bad. We were actually bored and wishing for it to end already so we could leave. The Sandman was interesting, but the director never decided if he was a bad guy or a good guy, so he seemed like a sidekick at best. After you see the Sandman born in the first half hour, you… Expand
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IanH.May 10, 2007
The writing was horrible, and the action was mediocre -- not nearly good enough to make up for the unrealistic characters and dialogue.
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BrentMay 17, 2007
Absolutely terrible. Venom deserved to be a movie unto himself, not one of three plot lines. They could have made the movie dark and sinister (see Batman Begins), but instead they made it cheesey and pathetic (see Batman Forever and Batman Absolutely terrible. Venom deserved to be a movie unto himself, not one of three plot lines. They could have made the movie dark and sinister (see Batman Begins), but instead they made it cheesey and pathetic (see Batman Forever and Batman and Robin). Venom could have been aggressive and cool. Instead they tried to make him a cocky ladies man, but they were working with Toby Maguire and Topher Gracen so needless to say, they failed miserably. It's the worst sequel I've seen since the second Matrix. I was literally laughing at times and covering my eyes at others because of how bad and awkward it was.… Expand
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DanaM.May 21, 2007
Awful. I just can't see why the directors used Toby in the first place. Total miscast. The dance scene by Parker in the jazz club was hilarious, but I'm sure not intended. Embarrasing is more like it. Not worth the $10 to see the Awful. I just can't see why the directors used Toby in the first place. Total miscast. The dance scene by Parker in the jazz club was hilarious, but I'm sure not intended. Embarrasing is more like it. Not worth the $10 to see the movie. Toby has got to go!… Expand
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DLMMay 24, 2007
Spider-Man 3 is to the web-slinger what Batman & Robin was to the dark knight. It
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GregB.May 4, 2007
This movie has "Blockbuster" written all over it, but in this case that is a BAD thing. What I mean is that this was certainly CALCULATED to be a mega-blockbuster, and it looks like all anybody cared about was making a lot of money. I used This movie has "Blockbuster" written all over it, but in this case that is a BAD thing. What I mean is that this was certainly CALCULATED to be a mega-blockbuster, and it looks like all anybody cared about was making a lot of money. I used to be a big Marvel comicbook fan. I am giddy with joy on the all-to-rare occasions when they get a super-hero movie right. The 1st 2 Superman's did it, the X-Men's got it very right, but there has been precious little besides those. I didn't care much for the 1st Spiderman. I appreciated that it was trying to be character driven, but a lot of the plot points used a bludgeon instead of a scalpal. So I didn't expect much from a continued series. But amazingly Spiderman 2 was a lot of fun. Alfred Molina really elevated the film as Doc Oc and there were other good things. But Spidey 3 was mostly painful to watch. I'd already read a lot of mixed reviews and I expected there would be problems, but I just wanted something that would be at least mildly fun. Some of the action MIGHT have been fun, in an otherwise decent film. But I was cringing at too many other factors. I WANTED very badly to find the redeeming qualities of this movie, but it was a useless hope. I am really baffled at all of the positive reviews. I really makes me question a lot of the sophmoric values that seem to be more and more prevalent in the society. It seems that people are losing track of what good film is about. On the other side it seems that lately there's been a lot of Nic Cage bashing in films that may not have been classics but that I found entertaining. National Treasure was a prime example of that. Sure, it wasn't the DaVinci Code (the book) but neither was the film version of that. And I found Nic Cage's new action sci-fi flick to be good fun. Those who didn't love the comics, please understand, if there are any good ideas in Spidey 3 they are Marvel's NOT Sam Raimi's. This film is just calculated to take in a lot of money. And for a time it may just succeed. When critics pick their worst films of the year they rarely really choose the absolute trash. They usually choose the films that had a lot of hype and were supposed to be major box office draws. In other words, the films that disappointed heightened expectations the most. Within that criteria, I would have the say that Spidey 3 is one of the worst movies of the year.… Expand
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RonP.May 4, 2007
One of the worst films I have seen. Truly awful in literally every respect. If one more actor cried onscreen, I would have vomited on the row in front of me. Too convoluted, too unintentionally funny. I can't believe I won't get One of the worst films I have seen. Truly awful in literally every respect. If one more actor cried onscreen, I would have vomited on the row in front of me. Too convoluted, too unintentionally funny. I can't believe I won't get these 2.5 hours back. I can't even get my money back. I adored the first two films, but Raimi became too self-indulgent. Avoid at all costs, and make up a resolution for yourself in your head. I guarantee it'll be better than this Hollywood tripe.… Expand
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RyencokeMay 4, 2007
Where do I begin? This movie was possibly one of the worst sequels to a marvel movie. It was horrible. If you want to watch a love story for 2 hours of the movie, go see it. This movie wasn't Spider-man, it was "The Notebook" + Where do I begin? This movie was possibly one of the worst sequels to a marvel movie. It was horrible. If you want to watch a love story for 2 hours of the movie, go see it. This movie wasn't Spider-man, it was "The Notebook" + "Fantastic 4". I am so furious on how horribly done this movie was. I was looking so forward to Venom, and they couldn't even do his character right. He's the same size as Spider-man if not smaller. And shoots the webs from the top of his hand. Sam Raimi you seriously screwed this one up.… Expand
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KarlB.May 4, 2007
Honestly TMNT was better, if you can imagine. This film is horrifying. The dialogue is trite, the acting wooden, the "plot" splintered, and boring. Even with 3 villians there isn't enough action. I laughed at the tender moments and Honestly TMNT was better, if you can imagine. This film is horrifying. The dialogue is trite, the acting wooden, the "plot" splintered, and boring. Even with 3 villians there isn't enough action. I laughed at the tender moments and cried at funny ones. I feel like I get Sam Raimi, but his work just doesn't play when spun out into a Summer Blockbuster. I know everyone will go see this movie anyway, but I'm glad to be on the record saying, don't waste your time.… Expand
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JimB.May 4, 2007
Was great until the second half, when Raimi decided to barrage us with every single cliche that exists in superhero movies, as well as a self-important fight between spider-man, a non-canon venom, and an enemy that to me resembled the Was great until the second half, when Raimi decided to barrage us with every single cliche that exists in superhero movies, as well as a self-important fight between spider-man, a non-canon venom, and an enemy that to me resembled the stay-puft marshmallow man from Ghostbusters.… Expand
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JoshuaS.May 4, 2007
It's so bad one wonders if Raimi didn't sabotage it on purpose. We're talking Batman & Robin bad.
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PatrickMay 5, 2007
Awful movie from start to finish. It included every horrible movie cliche, and was far more chick flick than action film. The special effects were completely overdone and added nothing to terrible acting, dialogue, plot, etc. DO NOT SEE.
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WillyMay 5, 2007
Sorry, but this movie is insulting. Is it suppose to be okay that there is no character consistency and any old damn thing can happen as long as a fancy video game demo is thrown at us every forty minutes? To name only a few... he does the Sorry, but this movie is insulting. Is it suppose to be okay that there is no character consistency and any old damn thing can happen as long as a fancy video game demo is thrown at us every forty minutes? To name only a few... he does the upsidedown kiss with the blond girl full on the mouth in front of MJ when he's getting along great with her, the neighbor girl who had a crush on him is thrilled that he and MJ are getting back together, Sandman robs banks violently and brutally tries to kill him, but says he was badgered into doing it (huh?), so he's really a nice guy; of all the people on earth that walking goo could have stuck to it happened to be Spiderman. Please. Let me know when you get back to filmmaking, Sam.… Expand
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BeauMay 5, 2007
There is a good movie that could have been made of Spider-Man vs Venom, New Goblin or Sandman, but putting all of them together in the same film means that each of them gets the barest of characterization and the action sequences become a There is a good movie that could have been made of Spider-Man vs Venom, New Goblin or Sandman, but putting all of them together in the same film means that each of them gets the barest of characterization and the action sequences become a mess. Kirsten Dunst has little to do but be mistreated throughout the film. Tobey Maguire is simply not believable as a bad boy. Skip this film.… Expand
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TaylorP.May 5, 2007
Quite possibly one of the worst movies of the year- and I enjoyed the first two (more the first one). I simply thought that this film is a product of too much money, and too much greed for more money. The characters are shallow, especially Quite possibly one of the worst movies of the year- and I enjoyed the first two (more the first one). I simply thought that this film is a product of too much money, and too much greed for more money. The characters are shallow, especially in my mind Flint Marko one who is characterized as relatively bad throughout the film only to drastically change in the last ten minutes of the film with no warning. In addition to this some of the "dramatic" fight scenes were simply laughable. Overall very disappointing movie, and yes, I would like my money back.… Expand
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BrianMay 5, 2007
Quite simply, the most boring movie I really wanted to like. Topher Grace is a Horrible !!!! Edie Brock and an even worse Venom. Venom being my favorite Marvel character I refuse to watch this Abomination ever again if I can help it. This is Quite simply, the most boring movie I really wanted to like. Topher Grace is a Horrible !!!! Edie Brock and an even worse Venom. Venom being my favorite Marvel character I refuse to watch this Abomination ever again if I can help it. This is such a disappointment and too long!… Expand
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I.RociterMay 5, 2007
This movie will do well only because Spider-Man 2 was one of the best superhero movies of all time movie goers and fans have come to love the franchise. Spider-Man 3, in contrast, is one of the worst superhero movies and could kill the This movie will do well only because Spider-Man 2 was one of the best superhero movies of all time movie goers and fans have come to love the franchise. Spider-Man 3, in contrast, is one of the worst superhero movies and could kill the franchise in much the same way Batman & Robin did to the caped crusader. Too many villains, poor dialog, bad plot device, terrible pacing, bad editing, a really emo Peter Parker. I could fill the screen with problems and you won't believe me until you see it yourself, but I beg you, if you want to hold that dear memory of Spider-Man and Spider-Man 2 in your memory, do not see this third installment.… Expand
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CJawfulMay 6, 2007
The following is just my opinion. I'm utterly correct, but it's just my opinion. I wanted to like this film, but I didn't. It is extremely shallow and disjointed. The dialog is atrocious. The action sequences are pretty good. The following is just my opinion. I'm utterly correct, but it's just my opinion. I wanted to like this film, but I didn't. It is extremely shallow and disjointed. The dialog is atrocious. The action sequences are pretty good. I wish someone had given me the time codes for when the action sequences occur and I would have sat in the hallway until the times came up. I felt embarrassed for Topher Grace. I think he succeeded in making the best out of an extremely poorly written role. James Cromwell. Tobey did fine, but the director needs to remember that less (weeping) is more. (Future directors of Claire Danes, I'm talking to you.) Some of the emotion that Tobey was forced to create from thin air (due to the lousy script) also made me feel embarrassed for him. I fear that some of the odd choices he appeared to make were actually the fault of the editor or director, because several times I found myself asking, "Why did his eyes just widen like crazy? Why is he making that face?" James Franco did fine with poorly written dialog. Kirsten Dunst obviously knows where a body is buried. She emits zero honest emotion in her performance. I defy you to watch a scene from the first movie with your hand over her eyes and then distinguish any difference in the emotional output of her face. I WANT to like her. It's as if she's never gotten out of the line delivery from "Interview with a Vampire." Also, I'm sick of movies preaching to me. Desiring justice and being filled with revenge are NOT the same thing. Reacting to a violent attack with violence does not ALWAYS make the attacker and victim equally guilty of wrongdoing. Did you notice "James Cromwell" earlier in this paragraph? "Why was he stuck in there?" you might ask yourself. That's the same question you'll ask if you see this movie. Thank God for J.K. Simmons. He brought actual acting and comedy to the film. The audience I saw this film with seemed relieved and appreciative to be watching a performance finally. Bruce Campbell also did a good job. Other comedy in Spider-man 3 feels so contrived that it cheapens the entire film. I'm not saying it's not funny, but...well, you'll see. You'll see when you no doubt pay to go see this film and you, like me, will probably have to look at your shoes during the scenes with some of the worst dialog since Jar Jar Binks.… Expand
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DanO.May 6, 2007
Well, this movie sucks, It deserves 0 out of 10 but what Can I do? Spider-Man 1 and 2 were indeed great movies, the second one far better than the first one and I only expected the films to climb higher, the ladder broke in some point and Well, this movie sucks, It deserves 0 out of 10 but what Can I do? Spider-Man 1 and 2 were indeed great movies, the second one far better than the first one and I only expected the films to climb higher, the ladder broke in some point and Sam Raimi decided to release a cheesy film about a hero who thinks an EMO hairdo will make him hostile and powerful. The whole movie falls down from the beginning, there's no character development at all because the director tossed a bunch of new villains and focused and the weak one, plus he never lined towards anything, on the contrary, you can easily forgot characters in the middle of the film and suddenly (after almost an hour or so) you'll say "oh yeah, that dude was in the movie right?) to me Spider-Man 3 never existed, download the restaurant sequence and that's it....the whole movie worths only for this SNL sketch :(… Expand
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TigsJ.May 6, 2007
It gets 3 for the only 3 good parts of it. 1. sandman looked cool 2.bruce campbell 3. venom look midly cool venom got 5 mins screentime all up 5 MINS and he is more famous than sandman. this movie was a chick flick also it wasnt spiderman itIt gets 3 for the only 3 good parts of it. 1. sandman looked cool 2.bruce campbell 3. venom look midly cool venom got 5 mins screentime all up 5 MINS and he is more famous than sandman. this movie was a chick flick also it wasnt spiderman it was peter parker and mary jane. lamest of the series. i went in with high expectations i left demanding my money back.… Expand
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JoeR.May 6, 2007
Spiderman 3 is a movie that is incredibly formulaic, with the only break from past convention is a decrease in action, with the empty spots filled by angry coming-of-age conversation. The movie gets a 2/10 for the plot, gains a point for the Spiderman 3 is a movie that is incredibly formulaic, with the only break from past convention is a decrease in action, with the empty spots filled by angry coming-of-age conversation. The movie gets a 2/10 for the plot, gains a point for the wonderful (as usual) performance of James Franco, gains another for the surprisingly brilliant work of Thomas Haden Church, and ultimately falls back to 3/10 due to the cinematography, which consistently finds some way to make Kirsten Dunst look unattractive.… Expand
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SamC.May 7, 2007
One of the worst movies I have ever seen. The emotional peaks and valleys the director tries to convey are overly dramatic and cheesy. Half of the movie is nothing but choppy conversations and awkward pauses; the other half is special One of the worst movies I have ever seen. The emotional peaks and valleys the director tries to convey are overly dramatic and cheesy. Half of the movie is nothing but choppy conversations and awkward pauses; the other half is special effects that vault so far into the realm of impossibility that one is soon bored with the straining tedium of it all. The only reason I gave it anything out of ten was Aunt May. Rosemary Harris is a gifted actress that has been surrounded by mediocrity throughout the trilogy.… Expand
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TomMay 7, 2007
By turns ridiculous and tedious, a piece of garbage. No pacing, no build-up, no suspense, no excitement, nothing holding it all together, just alternating between cartoonish action sequences, and unbelievably tedious and tiresome By turns ridiculous and tedious, a piece of garbage. No pacing, no build-up, no suspense, no excitement, nothing holding it all together, just alternating between cartoonish action sequences, and unbelievably tedious and tiresome pseudo-sentimental conversations. I don't know what happened to the director who made Spiderman 2. Maybe a little black glob of guck came from outer space and took him over. There was one excellent scene, the one where Flint Marko becomes Sandman, which had me saying "Cool!". Too bad there weren't more like it in the film.… Expand
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MelissaB.May 7, 2007
It was terrible. There was very little entertainment value. Special effects were bad, script was terrible. Bruce Campbell was the only entertaining bit.
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KevinN.May 9, 2007
Overall, this movie is an unsatisfying, sad mess. I mean really sad: there are multiple scenes with nearly every major character tearing up. A blubbering, baby-faced Tobey Maguire sealed the doom of this film which turned out not to be Overall, this movie is an unsatisfying, sad mess. I mean really sad: there are multiple scenes with nearly every major character tearing up. A blubbering, baby-faced Tobey Maguire sealed the doom of this film which turned out not to be escapist entertainment of any sort. Because of the spectacular arial special effects, the darkness of the film feels stilted. There are character and plot continuity problems which distract, also. I didn't connect with the characters: none were particularly sympathetic. What made Venom a spider versus some other type of villian is puzzling. Why Sandman grows to a 200-300 feet size is also unexplained. It also felt long--it was at least one hour before Spiderman even started to turn into the evil, black version. Tobey Maquire as a cocky, bad boy is so unbelievable, it's laughable.… Expand
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MattH.May 9, 2007
WOW! You can really tell sam doesnt like venom!. lazy story, did he and the writers forget that john jameson is an astronaut? rushed gwen stacey in and out, and its almost like a love story between mr rami and the sandman!?. big action WOW! You can really tell sam doesnt like venom!. lazy story, did he and the writers forget that john jameson is an astronaut? rushed gwen stacey in and out, and its almost like a love story between mr rami and the sandman!?. big action sequences spoiled by nonsensical plot twists! anyone care to answer why the hobgoblin wasnt good enough for harry osborne in this film? but on the upper hand my girlfriend who doesnt follow comics or tv shows loved it! so a 3 it gets.… Expand
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BrianK.May 9, 2007
Awful! Terrible sequel, just plain bad The acting was terrible, the writing so bad it was laughable, similar to Batman and Robin in terms of franchise ruining stupidity. [***SPOILER ALERT***] Topher Grace as VENOM??? are you kidding me??? Awful! Terrible sequel, just plain bad The acting was terrible, the writing so bad it was laughable, similar to Batman and Robin in terms of franchise ruining stupidity. [***SPOILER ALERT***] Topher Grace as VENOM??? are you kidding me??? The Baddest, most vile and coolest Spidey villain played by that wimp from that 70's show!? Venom is hardcore, he was portrayed as a one dimensional, wimp in this movie. The ending too was just plain stupid, and sappy. Please Mr. Raimi don't go the way of Lucas and ruin your brilliant Superhero franchise! I implore you, but you may have with this stinker!… Expand
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DaveK.May 9, 2007
Well this is definitely the worst of the 3. The movie seemed to drag on and on and on, about half hour too long. And 3/4 of the scenes had Peter parker crying....too much romance, not enough action, and just awful. thank god its over.
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JohnA.Jun 10, 2007
This movie was completely ruined by the half hour or so in the middle where spider-man is taken over by the black suit.
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AlexG.Jun 10, 2007
Although the action sequences were exciting, the story was terrible and did not live up to the first to movies. Also, the whole "walking down the street looking cool" scene in the middle of the movie was stupid, and too long. Toby Maguire Although the action sequences were exciting, the story was terrible and did not live up to the first to movies. Also, the whole "walking down the street looking cool" scene in the middle of the movie was stupid, and too long. Toby Maguire did not fit for that scene, and Kirsten Dunst was very bad. Don't bother watching this movie.… Expand
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J.W.S.Jun 28, 2007
What a horrible excuse for a movie. If it wasn't for the action scenes I would have rated it a "0". Maguire looked like a complete arse in his supposed "Joe Cool" scenes. I felt horrible even watching this crap. Kirsten Dunst is a What a horrible excuse for a movie. If it wasn't for the action scenes I would have rated it a "0". Maguire looked like a complete arse in his supposed "Joe Cool" scenes. I felt horrible even watching this crap. Kirsten Dunst is a terrible actress in this film. Crap, crap, crap...just all around crap. Don't waste your time seeing this gigantic turd sandwich.… Expand
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AlecT.Jun 30, 2007
I really want to like the Spider-Man movies, as the comic was a favourite, but the Spider-Man in the movie is just so damn whiny! Grow a spine dammit! And of course, Spider-Man 3 was just atrocious. Too many characters, a truly bizarre I really want to like the Spider-Man movies, as the comic was a favourite, but the Spider-Man in the movie is just so damn whiny! Grow a spine dammit! And of course, Spider-Man 3 was just atrocious. Too many characters, a truly bizarre "dance" scene, spectacularly bad dialogue...the list goes on. If you haven't seen this movie, save yourself the grief and watch Transformers twice.… Expand
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R.SJul 21, 2007
Why is it so hard to make a good sequel?? Especially, since the first two are really good? Why do directors and producers have against their fans? Did they let 5 year olds write and edit the script? The plot had nothing going for it, and how Why is it so hard to make a good sequel?? Especially, since the first two are really good? Why do directors and producers have against their fans? Did they let 5 year olds write and edit the script? The plot had nothing going for it, and how all of the sudden did Spider-man's best friend get super powers? What happened to Kirsten Dunst's acting skills? Was she on crack the entire time they shot the movie? It seems that the lull of the lucre got to these producers and writers. All they needed was some garbage with Spider-Man 3 on the front and they knew they'd have their millions-millions of disappointed fans too. What a sham!… Expand
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TheManSep 7, 2007
If you took a big suck on a fat mans ass you wouldn't even come close to the how horrible the movie really is. WOW. My keyboard can't put into letters the depth of suckness that is required to describe this move.
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SamGMay 8, 2008
Abysmal.Overly-long, terrible acting all-round (with the possible exception of Hayden-Church), Parker dancing, giving kirsten dunst TWO songs, awful dialogue, messy fight-scenes and worst of all, a shot of spiderman posing in front of the Abysmal.Overly-long, terrible acting all-round (with the possible exception of Hayden-Church), Parker dancing, giving kirsten dunst TWO songs, awful dialogue, messy fight-scenes and worst of all, a shot of spiderman posing in front of the American flag. Don't get me wrong I've got nothing against America or patriotism, but that made me feel nauseous. Utterly rubbish.… Expand
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CraigGNov 9, 2007
This movie was absolutely awful, the comedy in the middle just completely disjointed the film, and it was soooo long. Utter dross.
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BrianD.Oct 24, 2007
They have officially killed my favorite childhood superhero.
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FrankF.May 10, 2007
How difficult is it to find a cast that has talent? Quite difficult apparently. My favorite parts were when I had trouble distinguishing between Toby Maguire's happy face and his angry face. And I think I have a cardboard box in my How difficult is it to find a cast that has talent? Quite difficult apparently. My favorite parts were when I had trouble distinguishing between Toby Maguire's happy face and his angry face. And I think I have a cardboard box in my basement that has more talent than Kirsten Dunst could ever muster. Two thirds of the way through I almost got up and walked out, but I decided to give it the benefit of the doubt, thinking it might get better yet. I could not have been more wrong. It just dragged on into oblivion. I was horribly disappointed.… Expand
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ChandlerW.May 12, 2007
This movie is good for one thing: Uncontrollable laughter at the bizzare and perpetual non-sequiturs and atrocious acting and script-writng. But as far this movie being a coherent, decent, and mildly convincing film in its intended fashion, This movie is good for one thing: Uncontrollable laughter at the bizzare and perpetual non-sequiturs and atrocious acting and script-writng. But as far this movie being a coherent, decent, and mildly convincing film in its intended fashion, it get a 0. No, less than 0. The quality of this film-making is so poor that it will have you wondering if you are dreaming, or if Sam Raimi decided that the American Movie-watching public was too inattentive and sedate to notice the difference between a good movie and a poorly edited, acted, and written montage of complete sh...… Expand
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SpideyThreeMay 13, 2007
Awful in every way. Please, I beg you not to waste your money!The villian apologizes at the end. 'Nuff said.
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MaikB.May 15, 2007
What a wasted trip to the pictures. Tryed to keep awake all the way through! Dont waste your money on it.
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PrestonJ.May 17, 2007
While production values were great and the visual effects were at peak performance (especially with the sand man), the rest of the films aspects crumbled. The action shots were done too tightly leaving the fights undecernable as apposed to While production values were great and the visual effects were at peak performance (especially with the sand man), the rest of the films aspects crumbled. The action shots were done too tightly leaving the fights undecernable as apposed to the many wide shots used in previous films so you could actually whatch the action happening. The script was waaaaaay too cheesy (even for a Spider-man film). The villians were used as cheap excuses to add action as opposed to further plot and there were far too many of them. As a result none were developed into their full potential as an actual nemisis (as Vemon was in the comics and the animated series as well as the Green Goblin). By trying to sell to the family audience these charcters end up being side thoughts as opposed to the harrowing evil they were originally. Then there are the overlylong silly sequences (such as a elaborate swing dance section in which it feels as though Mr. Raimi was auditioning for Chicago 2 rather than making a real movie) as well as Bruce Campells return as comedic relief. All in all the movie had some decent parts but Tobey McGuire is not a virsital enough actor, the script was an exercise in silliness, the directing was sloppy and undecernable at times, and nothing was developed enough to make you care about what was happening to the characters.… Expand
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HollywoodDeBoerMay 20, 2007
Half a billion dollars when into this movie, and I spent half of it covering my eyes beause i felt personally embarrased for toby and every actor that unforunetly starred in this peice of garbage. I understand that it is hard to make a movie Half a billion dollars when into this movie, and I spent half of it covering my eyes beause i felt personally embarrased for toby and every actor that unforunetly starred in this peice of garbage. I understand that it is hard to make a movie when you have fan-boys breathing down your neck, but boy this isn't even close. The black suit was supose to make spiderman stronger and faster and meaner, it just made him emo and a prick, and hearing topher's grace come out of venom in full suit left a lot to be desired. Next time, maybe explain what the suit does to spiderman pyhsically not just mentally. 500 million dollars down the tubes. Heck, that money could have been more well spent hiring some original writers.… Expand
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MattR.May 21, 2007
Terrible. It felt like the producers decided to take the "best" bits, and try to write a story around them. Incredibly, this movie manages to both suck and blow!
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FrickinmediaMay 23, 2007
I like Spiderman 1 and 2. But Spiderman 3 has to be the worst super hero movie since Batman and Robin in 1997. Corny storyline and they rely too much on CGI computer graphics. Why the hell is Spiderman in the CGI form 95% of the time in the I like Spiderman 1 and 2. But Spiderman 3 has to be the worst super hero movie since Batman and Robin in 1997. Corny storyline and they rely too much on CGI computer graphics. Why the hell is Spiderman in the CGI form 95% of the time in the film??? Even when he's doing something simple like standing or walking, they used computer graphics for it. I hear people saying the special effects in the movie is amazing. Special effects in movies are suppose to look real and unnoticeable. They're suppose to make you questioned if what you're seeing is the real thing. Spiderman 3 special effects looks too fake and cartoony. It seems like they didn't have time to add in all the little details (shading, marks, flaws, etc.) I understand that Toby is not has well built as before, but at least they can do is find a body double for the full Spiderman suit because the CGI Spiderman is LAME.… Expand
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