Spider-Man 3
Columbia Pictures | Release Date: May 4, 2007
6.5
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7
BryanM.Nov 5, 2007
what is so wrong with this? it is a great action movie and yes I know they gayest thing about it is it has way to much love in it with mary jan. but that black spider man was so cool. the only bad part is I did not get to see the ending i what is so wrong with this? it is a great action movie and yes I know they gayest thing about it is it has way to much love in it with mary jan. but that black spider man was so cool. the only bad part is I did not get to see the ending i saw it on a bus trip. o and harry is a bad villen. he got his butt wopped to easy.… Expand
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10
DavidC.Oct 24, 2007
Excellent dazzling a 4 star opera.
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BrianD.Oct 24, 2007
They have officially killed my favorite childhood superhero.
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JerkGuyOct 2, 2007
Spiderman is my favorite of Marvel comic hero
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CraigASSep 17, 2007
I am so glad I didn't pay money to see this revisionist, sloppy dreck.
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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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10
SujanS.Aug 25, 2007
this was the best movie i ever watched. it has everything from action to comedy. plus the graphics are better than ever, so is the fighting it is fast and intense, and the story line for the movie follows the comic amazing spider man very this was the best movie i ever watched. it has everything from action to comedy. plus the graphics are better than ever, so is the fighting it is fast and intense, and the story line for the movie follows the comic amazing spider man very well. not to mention that the black suit looks much better than it was originally depicted.… Expand
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scottwhettonAug 19, 2007
Good story and good action but all to crammed in to a mess. All that could of been fixed, if they just took the time in the story telling and made two movies out of this one. This would of aload for more action and story instead of a mess.Good story and good action but all to crammed in to a mess. All that could of been fixed, if they just took the time in the story telling and made two movies out of this one. This would of aload for more action and story instead of a mess. What was done with venom was harable! They should of had a whole movie devoted to that badie. Instead they move hime aside as fast as he comes. Its a shame they could of ended up with a clissic movie.… Expand
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10
YourmotherAug 18, 2007
This movie was, by far the best spider man I've ever seen.
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PaulC.Aug 16, 2007
Spidey 3 was very good, but not great. We all know that we were waiting for Venom!! I was left feeling a little 'ripped-off' in this area. I had no emotion for Sandman or his situation whatsoever; I felt that the characters story Spidey 3 was very good, but not great. We all know that we were waiting for Venom!! I was left feeling a little 'ripped-off' in this area. I had no emotion for Sandman or his situation whatsoever; I felt that the characters story was crammed in, there was no need for his story. The screen time and money could have been better off spent on Venom's story! The introduction of the symbioent left me thinking … Expand
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JasonE.Aug 13, 2007
I yearn for the day that sequels prefer scaling back in lieu of the Overstuff. Villain on top of villain - tone change outside of tone change - poor Mary Jane is regarded with the same nonchalance...bouncing to and from the same 2 men. Raimi I yearn for the day that sequels prefer scaling back in lieu of the Overstuff. Villain on top of villain - tone change outside of tone change - poor Mary Jane is regarded with the same nonchalance...bouncing to and from the same 2 men. Raimi invests 15 minutes into the Sandman's backstory then drops him as a character til Venom requires a tag partner. One moment Tobey's got roid rage, the next he's strutting like Tony Manero from Flatbush. Poor flick requires a valium. Thankfully, admist all the schizo ambitions, there are pleasures. The menace of the 'venom' is both well-realized as a possessory and malicious source. Tobey glides through the material with his usual effusive ease. Villainy is far more suited to Topher's lizard eyes...and the special effects, especially the disintegrating grains of the Sandman. If only there was some tonal coherence and a singular commitment.… Expand
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SophieJul 31, 2007
I loved the first two movies. Spider-Man could get a 9/10 out of 10 easily, and I'm willing to give Spider-Man 2 a 10. This movie was decent enough for one viewing.. but very very disappointing. It is on par with Fantastic Four 2, and I loved the first two movies. Spider-Man could get a 9/10 out of 10 easily, and I'm willing to give Spider-Man 2 a 10. This movie was decent enough for one viewing.. but very very disappointing. It is on par with Fantastic Four 2, and Spider-Man movies are normally so much more than that.… Expand
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jackbJul 26, 2007
I thought this movie was good, the movie had no plot, but the villains, battles, and special effects were awesome, especially Venom.
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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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AllisonS.Jul 18, 2007
Great movie! If you didn't see it in theaters (which is pretty silly of you), rent it as soon as it comes out on DVD.
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ThomasE.Jul 10, 2007
Finally got around to seeing this in IMAX. Sweeet! Great graphics, lots of humor, intense action, great summer flick! Loved it!
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AdamSJul 9, 2007
I really enjoyed the first two movies, and I've been an off-and-on fan of the comic book. I found this movie to be one of the most over-done, over-produced, heavy-handed, plot-hole-ridden films I've seen in a long time. The I really enjoyed the first two movies, and I've been an off-and-on fan of the comic book. I found this movie to be one of the most over-done, over-produced, heavy-handed, plot-hole-ridden films I've seen in a long time. The director / producers wanted to put so much action into the movie, it's hard to follow what's happening within the action scenes. They don't even look remotely realistic anymore -- how could they, when you have Spidey and the Green Goblin battling high-speed in a 10-foot-wide alleyway, with numerous explosions and things whizzing by and shouted "witty" repartee that's really cheese-tastic? I guess the producers were going for sensory overload, but some of us actually enjoy a decent PLOT. The comedy (if you can call it that) is heavy handed and poorly written; there's a scene where Sam Raimi appears that should have been cut completely as it lasts far too long, is really cheesy and adds nothing to the story. It's almost like it's there for self-gratification and for no other reason. There are glaring plot holes that leave you wondering, why didn't that character say that earlier, before all of this happened? Scenes where Parker is being a B.A. come off as ridiculous. The Moral of the Story isn't worked into the theme, it isn't suggested to you, it's HAMMERED into you, YOU HAVE A CHOICE, DARN IT! And in case you don't catch it the first time, they actually tell you over and over again. The whole thing left me really disappointed and almost offended that the people that made this movie had done this to the franchise. If this is what the series is to become, let McGuire and the others go on to other projects and leave Spidey alone.… Expand
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NickJul 6, 2007
Disappointing, but still fun.
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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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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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WilliamB.Jun 21, 2007
Good action combined with several laughs made it a fun time all around.
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AmjadJun 12, 2007
I liked it, full of action and strong villains and yet has a sense of comedy and "coolness", GREAT MOVIE!
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7
DylanD.Jun 12, 2007
Although I'm an action junkie, this movie was still not amazing as far as dialogue and story goes. Loved the villains. Venom is what got my rating up.
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10
KristofJ.Jun 12, 2007
I'm an action junkie, and this movie was made for moviegoers like me! I was looking forward to Venom to hit the silver screen, and was not disappointed. But I was surprised that my favorite character was actually Sandman. The effects on I'm an action junkie, and this movie was made for moviegoers like me! I was looking forward to Venom to hit the silver screen, and was not disappointed. But I was surprised that my favorite character was actually Sandman. The effects on him were amazing! Oscar-worthy. Definitely worth my $10 bucks. I'm getting this on dvd for sure!… Expand
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5
ClaudineD.Jun 10, 2007
I have never understood the appeal that the spiderman movies have with critics. Although the action is flashy and true to the comic book genre, I have always maintained the Tobey MacGuire and Kirsten Dunst are grossly miscast in both roles I have never understood the appeal that the spiderman movies have with critics. Although the action is flashy and true to the comic book genre, I have always maintained the Tobey MacGuire and Kirsten Dunst are grossly miscast in both roles and offer little depth to their characters. It is really the villains and side characters that make this film watchable.… Expand
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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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GrayceC.Jun 9, 2007
FUN!!! That's what this movie is. There are funny moments, touching moments, and lots and lots of action. It's a total blast. I loved it!
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5
PhilO.Jun 8, 2007
Spidey 3 provides mesmerizing special effects; however, that is its only saving grace. Audiences will be inundated with an esoteric and complicated storyline, partly because of the addition of three new villains, which are not sufficiently Spidey 3 provides mesmerizing special effects; however, that is its only saving grace. Audiences will be inundated with an esoteric and complicated storyline, partly because of the addition of three new villains, which are not sufficiently delved into and which thereby dilutes their dangerous dispositions. This strategy employed by the writers and producers makes Spidey 3 eerily similar to the disastrous Batman movies that had two or three major villains vying for the hero's demise. In the midst of its overlong plot and storyline, S3 is nonetheless basic, rough and unprocessed. Unfortunately, S3 gets tangled up in its own web.… Expand
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KrisS.Jun 7, 2007
Good special effects is the highlight of the movie. Peter Parker's venom stage was utterly idiotic and ruined the movie for me.
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JohnK.Jun 7, 2007
Not an awful movie, but not nearly as good as the first 2 movies. Much sappier, and the ending is way too drawn out and overly emotional. Plus, does every superhero/villain have to take off their mask every time they speak??? I mean, its Not an awful movie, but not nearly as good as the first 2 movies. Much sappier, and the ending is way too drawn out and overly emotional. Plus, does every superhero/villain have to take off their mask every time they speak??? I mean, its called a SECRET identity for a reason, but none of these characters seem to know that. Even the action scenes aren't as good as the first 2. Bottom line, I think they tried to do too much. There are so many different stories going on that it just doesn't flow well. If you're one of the 2 or 3 people that haven't seen this yet, I would wait for the DVD.… Expand
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10
StuC.Jun 6, 2007
Had a great time at this flick! Favorite movie of the year, and my favorite Spiderman movie. The action and effects can't be beat, and much more enjoyable to me than Shrek 3 or POTC 3. This one furthers the character plotlines Had a great time at this flick! Favorite movie of the year, and my favorite Spiderman movie. The action and effects can't be beat, and much more enjoyable to me than Shrek 3 or POTC 3. This one furthers the character plotlines established in the previous 2. Great time at the movies!… Expand
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GrantD.Jun 3, 2007
It's a great movie. I give it a 10 because it teaches forgiveness and it has Venom in it!
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ScottM.Jun 2, 2007
Totally more interesting, action-packed and dazzling than the first two, but as a drama is where it doesn't work greatly. Spider-Man 3 may have a mild issue with an identity crisis where it tries to be scary and/or funny, but it's Totally more interesting, action-packed and dazzling than the first two, but as a drama is where it doesn't work greatly. Spider-Man 3 may have a mild issue with an identity crisis where it tries to be scary and/or funny, but it's a blockbuster worth catching!… Expand
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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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DarylB.May 31, 2007
I enjoyed the action sequences. The rest was terrible. Absolutely and unequivocally terrible. Cheesy to the extreme. I cringed through the disco street scene and a lot of the dialogue.
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MarkB.May 31, 2007
A religious tract that I very recently spotted in a men's room, not shy about being up-to-the-minute on pop culture zeitgeist but apparently reluctant to use Captain Jack Sparrow as a role model, drew a pertinent analogy between living A religious tract that I very recently spotted in a men's room, not shy about being up-to-the-minute on pop culture zeitgeist but apparently reluctant to use Captain Jack Sparrow as a role model, drew a pertinent analogy between living the Christian life and being everyone's favorite web-slinger. The pamphlet's thesis was that to truly serve the Lord, Christians have to say goodbye to those things in the world they love, just as Peter Parker, in order to effectively fight crime and save the world (or at least New York City), must give up his beloved Mary Jane. Since great drama often involves having to make impossible Sophie's choices like this, the first Spider-Man movie still stands as the cream of Sam Raimi's trilogy. It tells us that you can't fulfill your destiny and STILL have MJ's love at the same time; Spider-Man 2, seen by most critics and fans as the apex of the series, counters that you CAN. Spider-Man 3's thesis is that, yes, it IS possible...but it's tough work. All the debate about whether this installment is overlong, overstuffed and/or has two or three villains too many has obscured the fact that, even more than Spideys 1 and 2, Spidey 3 is a relationship movie front and center; lose the action sequences, colorful costumes and mysterious black goo, and you've got a bigger chick flick than Pretty Woman. The ups and downs of Peter's and MJ's romance are discussed at great length and in great detail, with not one but two third parties around to provide dramatic conflict...and, most revealingly of all, the movie's final shot is NOT of Spidey in action but of...well, see for yourself. Co-scenarist Alvin Sargent's previous credits (Ordinary People, Julia) clearly show that he knows his way around material like this, but the occasionally forced results, such as an extended restaurant sequence in which MJ (Kirsten Dunst) tries to share a heartbreaking professional setback with Peter (Tobey Maguire) and every contrivance in the world including a Clouseau-like head waiter combines to keep the message uncommunicated, show that Sargent isn't quite working at his peak here. (And in regards to another subplot, someone should remind Sargent and co-writers Sam and Ivan Raimi that amnesia, short-term memory or whatever you want to call it, was officially outlawed by Congress after it was used in a Gomer Pyle episode in 1967.) More successful is the movie's depiction of Peter's increasingly excessive pride in being Spider-Man, which morphs into hubris and then egomania. This is depicted powerfully enough that the comic-book McGuffin (a spiny, tar-like substance from the skies with characteristics common to the Alien, the Beast with Five Fingers and the Id Monster) doesn't seem entirely necessary to explain it. Whether three villains in one movie is or isn't a case of oversplat is best left discussed elsewhere, but it is what it is, and Thomas Haden Church, Topher Grace and James Franco are more than satisfactory, with Church very affectingly haunted as Sandman; all three have interesting and convincing dimensions and motivations, but then Spider-Man's nemeses have always had more gray areas than a shelf full of Jodi Picoult novels. Special effects are more than worth your ten bucks (Sandman's transformation in particular is memorably majestic and tragic) and the climactic punch-and-spin-out over the city delivers the goods, even if the unnecessary inclusion of reporters telling us what we're already seeing is hokey enough for a 1940s serial but has no place here. Spidey 3 isn't perfect, and yes, it is overall the weakest of the three, but it's interestingly offbeat and ambitious. In The Summer Of The Third Part That's Less Than The Other Two (Either Together Or Individually), if you have to choose to spend your entertainment dollars on either Spidey or Sparrow, far better to get bitten on the hand than stabbed in the back.… Expand
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CorneliusM.May 30, 2007
I feel that this installment was the best out of the trilogy. For the first time since the first one I felt excited about Spiderman, and it will get a brunt of criticism for attempting to delve into a deeper story line than we have seen. But I feel that this installment was the best out of the trilogy. For the first time since the first one I felt excited about Spiderman, and it will get a brunt of criticism for attempting to delve into a deeper story line than we have seen. But the action is phenomenal, as usual. What really makes this one the best to me though is the wit, in the first two you would see a scene or two of that, but this film really has it's own sarcastic wit about itself that is fascinating to watch. If you could only watch one of them, Spider-Man 3 is the one.… Expand
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JonM.May 29, 2007
I really liked the first Spider-Man. The sequel I liked even more. Characters were more fleshed out, grew more, and developed more so that by the time the loose ends from the first film ended, there were entirely new threads to deal with for I really liked the first Spider-Man. The sequel I liked even more. Characters were more fleshed out, grew more, and developed more so that by the time the loose ends from the first film ended, there were entirely new threads to deal with for the third movie. Needless to say, I had high expectations. I was sorely disappointed. The dialogue was awful. Don't give me comic book cheesy. The first two movies had plenty of comic book cheese that I enjoyed as much as the next person. This movie was just poorly written, poorly thought out. There was no chemistry between Tobey Maguire and Kirsten Dunst. To top it all off, the poorly written lines were given even worse delivery by the actors. The Sand Man effects were good, the Venom effects not so much. A complete miscast in Topher Grace for Eddie Brock/Venom. The only two scenes worth anything were: the Bruce Campbell cameo scene. While expected, it was highly amusing, and the very seventies Saturday Night Fever scene where the new "dark" Peter Parker tries to be cool and fails abysmally. And when did "dark and not very good" equate to emo? Everything from the darker, eye covering hair to eye-liner screamed emo punk. With such high expectations and such a big let down, I can't justify giving this movie any score.… 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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BenR.May 28, 2007
I'm not overly picky when it comes to films like this, as long as it has a good storyline, good action and special effects and some humour, ok, so there were a few things in the film that could have been improved, but there were scenes I'm not overly picky when it comes to films like this, as long as it has a good storyline, good action and special effects and some humour, ok, so there were a few things in the film that could have been improved, but there were scenes like black suited spiderman fighting sandman in the subway that made this a pretty good film, what happened to going to the cinema to just have fun, I think some people take things too seriously.… Expand
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HyperShadowMay 27, 2007
I enjoyed myself. The special effects were good and the story wasn't bad. The ending wasn't magnificent by any stretch of the imagination, but good enough. Venom was a nice addition and the Sand Man was okay. Had a very comic book I enjoyed myself. The special effects were good and the story wasn't bad. The ending wasn't magnificent by any stretch of the imagination, but good enough. Venom was a nice addition and the Sand Man was okay. Had a very comic book feeling to it and while it did make a move toward the later lame Batman movies of that series it didn't quite make the complete crossover. It was a different Spiderman than the previous two, but like I said it was enjoyable... that is minus the lame scenes of Peter Parker trying to be cool .... that was completely uncalled for.… Expand
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stupidmanMay 27, 2007
Loved the first one, LOVED the second one, shocked by the third. Boring and pointless. I was expecting a mamouth display from venom. but failed to deliver
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AdamA.May 27, 2007
The movie wasn't that bad until the ending, which left an awful taste in my mouth. What is it with hollywood writers that they can make a decent movie and destroy it with a cheesy, slapshod, horribly written ending?
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ChazMay 26, 2007
Doesn't disappoint! Packed with humor, action and fun.
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TomBMay 26, 2007
I could write a long synopsis of this movie, but I won't. When those two kids yell "awesome" and "wicked cool" when the giant Sandman goes down, it was corny, poorly acted and stupid beyond belief. Which pretty much sums up this movie. I could write a long synopsis of this movie, but I won't. When those two kids yell "awesome" and "wicked cool" when the giant Sandman goes down, it was corny, poorly acted and stupid beyond belief. Which pretty much sums up this movie. Sam Raimi should be blackballed from Hollywood.… Expand
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NikMay 26, 2007
There's some top-notch action here; but the filmmakers tried a little to hard to pack a punch with the third Spider-Man film that they end up just making a huge mess out of things. They put too mucyh into it, and didn't focus There's some top-notch action here; but the filmmakers tried a little to hard to pack a punch with the third Spider-Man film that they end up just making a huge mess out of things. They put too mucyh into it, and didn't focus enough on the good parts of the plot. Not to mention a few disrespects towards the original Spider-Man comics that comic book nerds are sure not to be too happy about.… Expand
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GeorgeA.May 25, 2007
Best movie of the year. Action-packed, but with characters you care about. Nice capper to the trilogy. Now bring on 4!!!
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HeleneC.May 25, 2007
This movie was filmed in ADD - attention deficit disorder. Events don't follow each other logically. Monsters are mis-matched. This film is a blatant attempt by the studio to earn more revenue while offering eager movie goers nothing in return.
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BenjiD.May 24, 2007
This movie was comically bad. Literally every line of dialogue were corny, stilted, or poorly delivered. The movie becomes especially stupid during the middle parts with emo-spiderman. The characters were poorly developed and cliched, This movie was comically bad. Literally every line of dialogue were corny, stilted, or poorly delivered. The movie becomes especially stupid during the middle parts with emo-spiderman. The characters were poorly developed and cliched, especially Sandman. However, the unintentional comedy provided by the horrible script and acting is often laugh out loud funny. The one decent aspect of this movie is the special effects, and, considering this was the most expansive movie ever produced, they had better be. To be honest, I'm not sure how anyone could like this movie. If you must watch it, do so with the sound turned off.… Expand
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DrewMay 24, 2007
I specifically went for Venom. I got it...in the last 10 minutes. What a tornado of sappiness and terrible acting.
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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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ArthurC.May 24, 2007
The good stuff is awesome. But the stuff that sucks, really sucks. Sam Raimi adds on a little too much which weighs the film down from being a perfect 10 to a decent 7. The battle scenes are stunning and thrilling, and Venom proves to be a The good stuff is awesome. But the stuff that sucks, really sucks. Sam Raimi adds on a little too much which weighs the film down from being a perfect 10 to a decent 7. The battle scenes are stunning and thrilling, and Venom proves to be a great villain but movie should've focused on him.… Expand
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LouisS.May 24, 2007
KOOOOOLLLL!!!!!!!!!!
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DanMay 23, 2007
I plain hated this movie. Half the time I was just laughing at how stupid it was. Tobey being a "bad" guy had me nearly in tears as it ruined my whole image of Spiderman. It also tried to do way too much. Too many villains and sappy moments. I plain hated this movie. Half the time I was just laughing at how stupid it was. Tobey being a "bad" guy had me nearly in tears as it ruined my whole image of Spiderman. It also tried to do way too much. Too many villains and sappy moments. Why they didn't make a movie with just Venom is beyond me. He shouldn't have been in the movie at all the way they did it. So yea: this is a bad movie. Don't waste your money.… Expand
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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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PaulI.May 23, 2007
Spider-Man is back! And in black? Anyways, this movie is extremely enjoyable with memorable villains, battle scenes and drama. But the movie, just like any other movie, has its downsides.
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CharlieB.May 23, 2007
Hell Yeah!! Everything I want in a Spider-Man movie. Chock full of action, humor, and pathos. Is it a perfect film? Maybe not. But it is a perfect COMIC BOOK MOVIE. As Harry Osborne says to the waitress, "It's Sooo GOOOD!"
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S.J.May 22, 2007
This is one of those movies I will have to see again before I give full judgement. The certainly good elements were the special effects, the best of the three and some of the best I've ever seen. I was especially blown away with the This is one of those movies I will have to see again before I give full judgement. The certainly good elements were the special effects, the best of the three and some of the best I've ever seen. I was especially blown away with the crane scene. There were parts in which it felt scattered, but the humor I thought was taken up a notch and it felt more like a comic book story with some class. Black and white strong messages, inspiring heroics, exciting action, and engaging drama. My main specific complaints would be, as aforementioned, it was scattered at times. As well, one of the villains needed to be a little stronger, the last fight should have been longer and more climactic, and the ending should have a little bit more story wrapping...such as a wedding or at least his proposal finally happening. Also, venom should have been seen as more evil in the end. I thought the story with Harry was good...but him turning evil, then good, then evil again, seemed a little out of place. But the ending was good Overall, I would say this had the makings of being a good super-hero story ending...and further films may mess it up. However, it may give a chance to make an even better ending.… Expand
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DesireeC.May 22, 2007
The second spiderman movie was the best out of the three. There was too many characters that were introduced and not enough time, The effects were outstanding the acting however was not.
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KveldaV.May 22, 2007
I agree with what someone of this board said... this kind of movie should be done for he broad masses or for the fan base... sadly, i feel it doesn't satisfy any of them. As a movielover, i dont need corny and cheesy dialogues, or forI agree with what someone of this board said... this kind of movie should be done for he broad masses or for the fan base... sadly, i feel it doesn't satisfy any of them. As a movielover, i dont need corny and cheesy dialogues, or for the fx to overlap the stoyrline, or predictable plots (i really hate that the Sandman was the "killer" of Ben), or an overthrown of supervillains one after the another, I appreciate and I'm thankful (as a movielover) for the popcorn kind of movie -as it allows me (is it all the profits come from the tickets or also from the snacks for a movie that lasts over two hours)-, i appreciate the sometimes well executed comedy (honestly, the scene of the dancin' is, as a lack of a better word, amusing), and some action. As a fan, I hated (as much as I like Haden and Grace) the casting for the villains... why don't you make a movie about spidey and venom, the brock's approach to aunt may and the battle in the beach? Venom is really really deep and funny and cinic (please, can anyone hire Todd Mc Farlane as a writer for the next film?)why don't you make a movie about the Harry's obsesion to tell the world who's Spidey, introducing Liz, Raxton and even, Norman jr.? the hatred, the complexity... Is it me or in the movie left a piece of the alien symbiote in Connor's lab?… Expand
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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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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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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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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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AlexT.May 19, 2007
Bleh. One big sob-fest sandwiched between predictable action scenes. The worst thing is that if you've seen the cinematic trailers, you know the basic plot of the film to a T. Venom is severly underused, Sandman is severely overused, Bleh. One big sob-fest sandwiched between predictable action scenes. The worst thing is that if you've seen the cinematic trailers, you know the basic plot of the film to a T. Venom is severly underused, Sandman is severely overused, and any attempt of coherence falls flat. And whoever thought it would be a good idea to set a fight scene between two of the main characters in the trilogy to an upbeat piece of jazz percussion should be fired.… Expand
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HaroonAwanMay 19, 2007
Amazing looking scenes, visual effects are first class and funny. However, there was too much going on. And, what was the story-line again? Fight his best friend; Harry Osborn? Nope, that only happened for 5 minutes... Get rid of the BlackAmazing looking scenes, visual effects are first class and funny. However, there was too much going on. And, what was the story-line again? Fight his best friend; Harry Osborn? Nope, that only happened for 5 minutes... Get rid of the Black Suit? No, that only happened for about an hour... Fight Venom? Still no; that was for around 15 minutes... (Next time we should see more of the uber villain) And what in tarnation did Maguire do to his hair half way through? Back to basics with the next one (if there will be) please.… Expand
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CallumHunterMay 19, 2007
i really liked this movie alot. i was hesitant at first when all my mates were saying it was awful but i was happy with what i saw. the action scenes were great, the strong work around all the characters was where the true brilliance in thei really liked this movie alot. i was hesitant at first when all my mates were saying it was awful but i was happy with what i saw. the action scenes were great, the strong work around all the characters was where the true brilliance in the film was. i think so many people thought less of it because they were expecting this uber gritty and dark film, but thats just not how the spiderman films have ever worked. sure it was a little cheesy but i loved every secong of it… Expand
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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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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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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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KenG.May 17, 2007
This seemed like filmmakers were going down a "to do" check-list, rather than engaging in coherent story-telling. Plus, I've never liked Maguire in the role.
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PhoebeT.May 16, 2007
Spiderman 3 didn't hold a candle with the previous spiderman movies... Although it's not a really bad movie but after watching the previous two it's kinda obvious that you should be expecting something more from the third Spiderman 3 didn't hold a candle with the previous spiderman movies... Although it's not a really bad movie but after watching the previous two it's kinda obvious that you should be expecting something more from the third installment. Alas, it certainly was lacking. Some parts of the movie were certainly dragging but as usual the fighting scenes were great. But I hated it when they too fast to fully enjoy them. Maybe the wrong thing they did is putting all 3 villains in the movie. The characters of venom and sandman were cetainly lacking in the development part of the film. The writers should have done is maybe have sandman & green goblin as the villain for the movie maybe a hint of venom at the end so that they will give something for the audience to think about. Or maybe only have venom as the villain, he certainly enough for a problem for Sipderman.… Expand
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IsaacG.May 16, 2007
This movie was awesome. I know many people are griping because Venom died, and it didn't follow the story exactly, however, none of the other movies did. Not to mention, Spider-man 2.. we all know if Spider-man had managed to hit This movie was awesome. I know many people are griping because Venom died, and it didn't follow the story exactly, however, none of the other movies did. Not to mention, Spider-man 2.. we all know if Spider-man had managed to hit Doc-Ock in the comic it would knock him out.. the difficulty with hitting him stemmed from his extra arms. No one had a problem with this, but they had problems with Venom and Sandman? For what it was, it was done well.… Expand
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DiegoV.May 16, 2007
Yuck! This one sucks. I really hate it, its the wrost of the series so far. I love the first 2 but this one is as bas as it takes. So much boring moments and bad writing that I gave up. I really hate almost everything did in this pile of Yuck! This one sucks. I really hate it, its the wrost of the series so far. I love the first 2 but this one is as bas as it takes. So much boring moments and bad writing that I gave up. I really hate almost everything did in this pile of crap. Spider Man Emo sucks bad!… Expand
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PaulF.May 16, 2007
Spider Man 3 despite what some critics have said is a good film. Sure it had its problems, mainly the length of the film and a bit too many subplots. I felt Spider Man 2 was the best of the three in terms of overall composition. It was like Spider Man 3 despite what some critics have said is a good film. Sure it had its problems, mainly the length of the film and a bit too many subplots. I felt Spider Man 2 was the best of the three in terms of overall composition. It was like a really good piece of rockin candy keeping you hummin till its last scrumptious crunch. Spidy 3 however was more the soul of the series. I think this is most important in an era of movies which overloads us with vanilla. You really got a sense of Peter's sensitivities, his hurts, loves, and the dark parts of his soul, mainly his quest for revenge that only only manifest against his uncles killer but also a perceived unrequited love. I'm happy they have made this film and do not think it was a mistake, nor a sell out riding on the coattails of the previous two. I believe in the years to come this film will be see as the most artistic of the 3 and become somewhat of a cult classic.… Expand
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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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MarkD.May 15, 2007
I think some negative reviews are OTT. It ain't as perfect as the other 2 films but it's not far off. In terms of action and special effects it's actually the most spectacular of the 3 films. This isn't to say it forgets I think some negative reviews are OTT. It ain't as perfect as the other 2 films but it's not far off. In terms of action and special effects it's actually the most spectacular of the 3 films. This isn't to say it forgets the human side that made this series what it is. The action (as good as it is) still plays second fiddle to the relationships and troubles of Peter Parker. It's to the writers credit that you find yourself caring more about the personal peoblems of Peter, Mary and Harry then whether Sandman trashes the city. Performances from all main protagonists are solid. Special mention to Thomas Haden Church's understated Sandman and James Franco who excells now that he's given a more substantial role. Any problems with this film seem to lie with the confused direction of Sam Raimi. Half way through Spidey dons the black suit, changes character and goes on a rampage. Things start to get interesting. This is completly spoiled as Raimi goes overboard on the "comedy". The bits with Parker strutting down the street, eyeing up girls and dancing like a cross between john Travolta and David Brent just made me cringe. There's a paradox here and it doesn't work; Is this meant to be a darker Spiderman film (as the pre film hype would have us believe) or a comedy? Is the black Spiderman meant to be nasty and dangerous with attitude or a pervy village idiot? It's as if Raimi wanted to make a darker, grittier Spiderman but chickened out half way through. Another black mark against Yankee Doodle Raimi is yet more shamefully blatent flag waving near the end of the film. Yes, we know Spiderman's American we don't need it shoving in our faces. So, in conclusion this is an entertaining yet flawed film but not as bad as some people say.… Expand
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julainmylesMay 15, 2007
good but not as good as it could have been, to quote a friend 'spiderman 3 takes the other two movies and gobbles there balls', i dont feel that strongly against it, but i some of the scenes in the middle like the jazz bar? wtf? thegood but not as good as it could have been, to quote a friend 'spiderman 3 takes the other two movies and gobbles there balls', i dont feel that strongly against it, but i some of the scenes in the middle like the jazz bar? wtf? the over two films were sensational, this just got over the top emotionally, and the comic parker would never had done that top MJ, the film over all was alright, but nothing special, i was expecting much much better than that.… Expand
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DaveMMay 15, 2007
I'm very disappointed, but at least I know why: too many villains (1 that finally isn't, he's just misunderstood.........), too many plot lines (useless was to involve Sandman in uncle Ben's death), not enough Venom, tooI'm very disappointed, but at least I know why: too many villains (1 that finally isn't, he's just misunderstood.........), too many plot lines (useless was to involve Sandman in uncle Ben's death), not enough Venom, too much attempted comedy. What saves this movie is the special effects (10/10 for Sandman) but that's not enough seing how good the 2nd Spidey was....… Expand
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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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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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BretG.May 14, 2007
While delivering what you expect from a Spiderman movie, the film fails to deliver as its predesessors did. The whole time it seems like waiting on Venom to arrive in the series is unbearable. Venom, being a large focal point in the trailers While delivering what you expect from a Spiderman movie, the film fails to deliver as its predesessors did. The whole time it seems like waiting on Venom to arrive in the series is unbearable. Venom, being a large focal point in the trailers and what not, sees minimal time on the screen and needless to say, it doesnt look like hes going to be in any more Spiderman movies either. While it may be the worst Spiderman movie its not the worst movie ever made. A 6. Lets hope that the Venom movie can make up for this, as long as Raimi isnt working on it.… Expand
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WilliamJ.May 14, 2007
Like the last two, with more jokes and corny parts. Various things are wrong with it and a lot is good but unfortunately it cannot live up to the last two.
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BrutusO.May 14, 2007
Everyone is being little over-critical here. Yes, it isn't as good as the last one. Yes, Harry and Mary Jane have outstayed their welcome. Yes the exposition of the story is a tad too complicated. But if you are a SpiderMan fan, this is Everyone is being little over-critical here. Yes, it isn't as good as the last one. Yes, Harry and Mary Jane have outstayed their welcome. Yes the exposition of the story is a tad too complicated. But if you are a SpiderMan fan, this is still pretty good. For one thing, Venom is done brilliantly. And the Sandman comes in a close second. And Peter Parker is as hapless and nerdy as in the comic. And there are lots of good supporting perormances eg J Jonah Jameson, and Robbie Robertson, and Betty, and Gwen Stacey isnt all that bad either. Should be films be made for broad audiences, or for the fan base? Decide for yourself, however the fans are not ill-served here. A little too long (hardly unusual these days), but a blockbuster anyway.An honourable attempt to keep the franchise going. When does Carnage hit the screen? I will go to the next one.… Expand
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ZinoD.May 13, 2007
Has all the elements I liked from the first two Spiderman films, but also had a great script with forgiveness as its theme. If you're just into this for the effects, they're still good... but it's great to have something Has all the elements I liked from the first two Spiderman films, but also had a great script with forgiveness as its theme. If you're just into this for the effects, they're still good... but it's great to have something deeper to keep my attention when all that web-stuff just starts to take over. I loved the scenes with Parker under the influence of the dark suit, like his musical number in MJ's bar, his tantrum with the landlord, and his pimp moves stylin down broadway or 5th Ave or whatever. The pans that don't think this movie's perky enough just aren't able to string words together. The photojournalist that becomes a monster isn't a riot? The sand guy just trying to protect his little girl isn't a great metaphor for all the mistakes a father makes? These tinhorn critics just ain't gettin it.… Expand
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StephenC.May 13, 2007
The movie is beyond excelence. Action sequences were amazing. My one problem was too much love story.
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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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BarryC.May 13, 2007
Almost perfect. The way they display Spidey's agility is the way I saw him in my mind while reading the comics. The audience at my theatre applauded when the Movie was finished. We all wanted more. I can't wait until the next Almost perfect. The way they display Spidey's agility is the way I saw him in my mind while reading the comics. The audience at my theatre applauded when the Movie was finished. We all wanted more. I can't wait until the next ISSUE!!!! Bring on Namor, Thor, StarLord....I wanna see them all!!… Expand
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BobL.May 13, 2007
Best Spiderman movie ever, was a bit distracting with multiple storylines but it did break opening day and week records so its not that bad i'm sure if a 4th one were to come itd be even better.
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LouisH.May 13, 2007
I couldn't help but notice that the countless reviews for this movie had a lot of variety. My vote may not make much of a splash in the review puddle, but I though this movie was FANTASTIC!!!. My favorite part is when he is king of the I couldn't help but notice that the countless reviews for this movie had a lot of variety. My vote may not make much of a splash in the review puddle, but I though this movie was FANTASTIC!!!. My favorite part is when he is king of the streets. I laughed so hard that I cried. You'll probably love that scene too. Watch this movie!… Expand
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AndyA.May 13, 2007
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SubM.May 13, 2007
A great Movie with non stop action, excitement and thrills the 3 villans tied into the story and theme of revenge, betrayl and the dark side of someones character very well a huge impovement over the second film.
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Kathy,KarlandBearL.May 13, 2007
A very satisfying development of the Spider Man character overall, despite the jaded critiques of the ADD critics. Sandman's turmoil worked as a reflection of Spidernan's angst, and brought into light the factor of fate and how A very satisfying development of the Spider Man character overall, despite the jaded critiques of the ADD critics. Sandman's turmoil worked as a reflection of Spidernan's angst, and brought into light the factor of fate and how much one has control over ones destiny. I really enjoyed this movie.… 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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RichS.May 12, 2007
I liked it. It was fast paced, but easy to keep up with. Character development was pretty good but could have been much better with some of the new characters to get people who don't already know them up to speed. It's definitely I liked it. It was fast paced, but easy to keep up with. Character development was pretty good but could have been much better with some of the new characters to get people who don't already know them up to speed. It's definitely different than the first two movies in terms of style but still very good.… Expand
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RirenMay 12, 2007
The weakest of the three existing Spider-Man films, it's still quite entertaining. Spider-Man 3 wades into cartoony logic, bordering on the style of Asian comedy/action flicks from time to time. It's opening is its weakest point, The weakest of the three existing Spider-Man films, it's still quite entertaining. Spider-Man 3 wades into cartoony logic, bordering on the style of Asian comedy/action flicks from time to time. It's opening is its weakest point, with the characters acting irrationally or being downright stupid, and the plot setups being completely contrived (the evil black costume literally falls from space, and is never given an origin or motive - it's just a mean little puddle of slime). Once action sequences are great, the humor is refreshing, and computer graphics are beautiful (really - Sandman's first empowered appearance is one of the most beautiful computer effects in the history of film), but the drama is all hammy and silly. Also, with three villains, two love interests and a darkening hero on its hands, the movie has too much material to pace itself properly, leading to a disappointing climax. Fans of the comics should be warned that the beloved Venom isn't done justice, not by the script, not by the terrible actor they cast, and not by whatever genius decided Eddie Brock should sprout pointy teeth when unmasked, and that he should unmask every two minutes. Definitely see this in the theatre, though; it's the best way to appreciate the effects, and to lose yourself in its murky atmosphere.… Expand
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RayT.May 12, 2007
Ruined the comics, spent to omuch time cramming in Christian morals and principles. Spider Man 2 was able to have its morals and still be an overall achievement.
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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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MikeW.May 12, 2007
Special effects were fine, as expected. But that no longer is a big deal in action cinema as all big budget pictures are expected to look spectacular. So we must judge the film on more traditional grounds, such as acting, screenplay, etc., Special effects were fine, as expected. But that no longer is a big deal in action cinema as all big budget pictures are expected to look spectacular. So we must judge the film on more traditional grounds, such as acting, screenplay, etc., and on these fronts, the film is very uneven. I'm not kidding when I say that the screenplay seems to have been written by Oprah, given the lengthy and numerous outpourings of emotions by the characters, usually done spontaneously and melodramatically such that none of it is really believable. Indeed, at many points I cringed at the sob-fests, and even laughed out loud at others. Really, it's that bad. I don't even want to see Toby Maguire try to "cry" again. Wait for the "bridge scene"; it's camp at its finest. So the acting is out the window. Same can be said for much of the writing, which is undeveloped, used chiefly to keep the plot moving forward, and reveals litle about the deeper thoughts of the characters. This is all quite surprising given the amount of time that the characters actually spend talking. At times they just wouldn't seem to shut up, just babbling on mawkishly about their guilt or fears or the depths of their love, none of which seems seems to much matter to the audience. We hear their pain, but we don't care. We simply don't know the characters well enough. There are too many bad guys, the comedic moments are awkwardly drawn out, Mary-Jane is a self-absorbed whiner who becomes more shrill will every seen, pushing us from feeling indifference to her character to active contempt. The only truly enjoyable performance was by Topher Grace, who genuinely seemed to enjoy his character, and brought great zeal to the role. I look forward to seeing him in future films. As for the rest of the Spider-Man crew, well, I won't be going out of my way to pay them any serious attention.… Expand
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