Spider-Man
Columbia Pictures | Release Date: May 3, 2002
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ViftorFeb 21, 2022
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DarkwingSchmuckMar 12, 2022
Sam Raimi's original Spider-Man is pure fun, and still holds up splendidly in this modern era of superheroes. Like most superhero origin movies its second half is not as strong as its origin-heavy first half, but when this film hit in 2002 itSam Raimi's original Spider-Man is pure fun, and still holds up splendidly in this modern era of superheroes. Like most superhero origin movies its second half is not as strong as its origin-heavy first half, but when this film hit in 2002 it ranked only beneath Dick Donnor's Superman: The Movie as far as superhero movies were concerned. Spider-Man was one of the first comic book adaptations to really get its character right.… Expand
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fire_vipperApr 14, 2022
I love this movie it is a classic I watch this over and over and over again
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8
LibertyLemurMay 2, 2022
This movie was a pretty good start for the Spider-man Movie Franchise.

I know people give Tobey Maguire **** for being meek and a "bad actor," but if you ask me, I like how much of a dork Tobey makes Peter look in this movie. There alsoThis movie was a pretty good start for the Spider-man Movie Franchise.

I know people give Tobey Maguire **** for being meek and a "bad actor," but if you ask me, I like how much of a dork Tobey makes Peter look in this movie. There also tends to be criticism of how Tobey isn't as humourous as Spider-man in the comics, which I agree with, but it's not like he didn't show any humour. On the contrary, he still cracked jokes on par with Spider-man's humour.

Willem Dafoe's performance as the Green Goblin is hilarious, and he does an excellent job at bringing home the insanity that is the Green Goblin. He suits the Goblin so well that I see him as my definitive Green Goblin. Whenever I read a line from the Green Goblin, I hear Willem Dafoe's voice.

Some people may look back on this film and think it's (for lack of a better word) "cringey" because of the campiness. But, honestly, I love the comic book silliness of this film. It makes the movie a lot homier.

If there is anything, I will say, Tobey Maguire has crappy and monotone narration, and I think it would be better without it.… Expand
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Rickniks38May 8, 2022
A great origin story of one of the best superheroes of all time. I absolutely loved Willem Dafoe's performance as the Green Goblin he is probably one of the most comic accurate villains I have seen in any superhero movie.
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RiverShenJun 30, 2022
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Not only an amazing Spider-Man take, but also an amazing movie overall.
Likeable characters, thrilling action scenes and great Drama. Each and every person in this movie came out directly from a Comic-Book from the 1960's with all it's campiness but not in a bad way. The script is so well-written and the actors fit so well in this corny world that it only feels natural and charming. Peter's arc of going from the kid who says "Stop pretending to be (my father)!" to his Uncle to a (Spider) man who has the maturity to say "I have a father, his name was Ben Parker" is brilliant, Mary Jane's struggles to learn how to have self-value and understand love is beautiful and there's also an amazing Set-Up for a future Harry Osborn arc. William DaFoe is also a joy to watch and he succeds in delivering a villain that makes me fear him to the point that I feel he's a threat even to Tom Holland's Spider-Man (who faced Thanos, mind you). Amazing. Spectacular. Sensational. This is Spider-Man.… Expand
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TheNewGuyJul 15, 2022
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Superhero films really hit the big time during the early 2000's, and the very first Spider Man was one of the more famous examples. While many hail it as one of the best Superhero films ever made, I think it was good for the time but has a lot of problems nowadays. Let's start with the good stuff first. Tobey Maguire does a pretty good job as Peter Parker. He nails the nerdy aspect of the character while also performing well as the wall crawler. Willem Dafoe's Norman Osborn is the BEST interpretation of the character by far. His over the top acting makes the entire film ten times better. But besides that, I don't really overly enjoy anything else. The biggest flaw is the CGI. For 2002, it was pretty embarrassing, but now, it's downright hysterical how bad it is. Mary Jane, Harry, and most of the other side characters aren't really all that memorable to me. Pete and Norman steal the show most of the time. Three years ago, I would've complained about how Peter's webs don't actually come from his body, but now I see it as a creative but pretty weird change. Overall, while this movie was good for the time, it's been outdone quite a bit by over Spider-Man films.… Expand
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DolphinReviewsJul 20, 2022
Pioneered the superhero genre. Everything about this movie is great. Must watch.
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RobertBobertJul 30, 2022
No words are needed here. THIS IS JUST A LEGEND!!!! I give this movie 90% also because I know better movies with Spider-man. But for 2002, this movie was simply incredible. Amazing CGI, Amazing Story, Amazing Action, Amazing Spider-man!
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SaladaumAug 3, 2022
incredible!One of the best Spider-Man movies ever.The characters are good, deep and we really care about them, except for MJ.JJJ is wonderful, very good, the green elf is not even spoken, only the costume is strange.Sam raimi did very well.
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Itzach2005Aug 25, 2022
Um dos filmes MAIS genéricos de super-heróis, mesmo com seu marco histórico no gênero, é inegável que é um turbilhão de clichês, desenvolvimento 0, efeitos que envelheceram mal, atuações medianas (exceto DaFoe), vilões mal escritos, herói malUm dos filmes MAIS genéricos de super-heróis, mesmo com seu marco histórico no gênero, é inegável que é um turbilhão de clichês, desenvolvimento 0, efeitos que envelheceram mal, atuações medianas (exceto DaFoe), vilões mal escritos, herói mal escritos e ações sem consequencias.
Um filme tosco e genérico que habita nossos corações com nostalgia, sem essa nostalgia, isso é nada.… Expand
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j9hnny97Sep 8, 2022
This movie isn't perfect but for me it's a classic and has (for me) the best version of Spider-Man to ever hit the screens. I give it a re-watch from time to time for that nostalgia craving moments and it never disappoints.
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oneofjwNov 24, 2022
Tobey Maguire as Peter Parker was really good, but god **** damn Willem Dafoe as green goblin...
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sickfabe06Feb 1, 2023
I want to give a 10 to this movie because I've been sitting here for 2 minutes and I couldn't find something about this movie that I didn't like. This is exactly what I want to see in a comic book movie. This masterpiece was needed because weI want to give a 10 to this movie because I've been sitting here for 2 minutes and I couldn't find something about this movie that I didn't like. This is exactly what I want to see in a comic book movie. This masterpiece was needed because we had to see a reboot of this superhero, and Raimi managed to do a perfect picture to make the saga begin. The characters and the villain are fantastic, the pace is flawless, the double life of Peter Parker is perfectly combined during the advancement of the movie and the change of Peter Parker and the rise of spiderman were perfect. The special effects are very good also. But do we want to talk about the swinging of spiderman? IT WAS GREAT, probably the best one I ever saw in a spiderman movie. It was super smooth. The actors and director made a phenomenal job, just as the whole crew that worked on this piece of art. The finale doesn't let you dissatisfied, thinking that there is something missing, because it's self-contained. In fact, this movie didn't even need a sequel, this was enough for the story, and it was perfect just like that. (I liked that they wanted to make sequels, so we could see more villains fighting against spiderman). This movie can be defined in only two words: Absolute Masterpiece. Thx for reading.… Expand
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Chriscorc876Apr 10, 2023
Sam Raimi's Spider-Man (2002) is a classic superhero film that delivers on both action and emotion. The movie does an excellent job of capturing the essence of the iconic comic book character, and Tobey Maguire gives a convincing performanceSam Raimi's Spider-Man (2002) is a classic superhero film that delivers on both action and emotion. The movie does an excellent job of capturing the essence of the iconic comic book character, and Tobey Maguire gives a convincing performance as the awkward and endearing Peter Parker. The action sequences are thrilling and visually stunning, and the film's soundtrack adds to the overall experience. The supporting cast, including Willem Dafoe as the menacing Green Goblin and Kirsten Dunst as the charming Mary Jane Watson, adds depth to the story. Overall, Spider-Man is a must-see for fans of the genre and a timeless classic that still holds up today.… Expand
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Fixer84Mar 15, 2023
Perhaps the film that definitively launched the superhero genre in the cinema. Definitely, a milestone that still today, after more than 20 years, is still enjoyed.
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MovieMax55Apr 16, 2023
Still the best Spiderman movie and with the best Marvel villain, William Dafoe's Green Goblin. Sam Rami nailed it on his first try at a comic book translation to the big screen!
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PasquiMay 10, 2023
Good writing, good special effects, good characters (apart from MJ, which is not terrible like in the third film) and good soundtrack.
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LuisTop23Jul 31, 2023
E um otimo filme com um dos melhores atores para atuar e um começo extraordinário para o primeiro Homen Aranha.
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Burmun-B2010Aug 15, 2023
This movie is one of those that brought comic book works into the limelight and brought them to their true place in the cinema. And it is officially a masterpiece. Its flaws are very minor. For example, the Green Goblin's costume is not veryThis movie is one of those that brought comic book works into the limelight and brought them to their true place in the cinema. And it is officially a masterpiece. Its flaws are very minor. For example, the Green Goblin's costume is not very interesting, or the special effects are not very strong. They didn't work (on the other hand, the stunts of the actors are extremely strong and the battle sequences become more natural) and I felt that James Franco's performance could have been better.
Instead, all the actors are excellent. From Tobey Maguire, who is the undisputed star of the film, to Cliff Robertson and Bill Nunn, who play extremely important roles, they have done a great job. Peter and Mary Jane are amazing. And the only thing I can do for this is Begham movie is that its epic and emotional moments affected me more than its action, and whenever the name of this movie comes up, I remember them.… Expand
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