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ScrawnyPunkJul 4, 2016

I saw this with my son prior to seeing the reviews. 100% glad I did it that way - we both enjoyed it tremendously, and seeing the massive amount of negative reviews would have spoiled the fun. We both enjoyed the massive-scale landscapes,I saw this with my son prior to seeing the reviews. 100% glad I did it that way - we both enjoyed it tremendously, and seeing the massive amount of negative reviews would have spoiled the fun. We both enjoyed the massive-scale landscapes, the back-and-forth between George and Tarzan (and Jane and evil Belgian guy), the action sequences, and the overall story arc. This felt like old-fashioned story telling with a generous helping of digital cinema thrown in for effect.

The story itself is straightforward - Tarzan is brought back to Africa to unwittingly help exploit its population and satisfy an old grudge at the same time. BUT...he obviously isn't having that any time soon. Sam Jackson comes along for the ride an a flimsy (but disbelief-suspendable) reason that ends up adding to Tarzan's motivation. And then there is Jane...one should not mess with Jane and expect Tarzan to be cool about it, right?

I see reviews calling the back-story heavy-handed revisionist history. Maybe, but I will say this - the movie gave me a chance to talk to my son about colonial Africa for the first time. The history may have off a little (a little...), but this movie has created at least one discussion about mistakes our forebears made, and that can't be a bad thing.… Expand

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SallyHenryelvisJul 4, 2016

Absolutely LOVED it! Very surprised....extremely entertaining. Great casting.....can't wait to see it again.
The casting was unexpectedly great. Wonder how they came to chose him for Tarzan, but he knocked it out of the park.

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horizonbtsJul 19, 2016

Don't make the mistake that I almost made!! GO SEE THIS MOVIE!!! My friend and I were trying to decide on a movie on a kind of the spur of the moment thing. We read the user reviews on Ghostbusters and decided against it. Then I mentionedDon't make the mistake that I almost made!! GO SEE THIS MOVIE!!! My friend and I were trying to decide on a movie on a kind of the spur of the moment thing. We read the user reviews on Ghostbusters and decided against it. Then I mentioned that a co-worker at work was raving about the Tarzan movie-which wasn't on my list to see. We read some of the reviews here on Metacritic, and the majority were favorable-the user reviews. We figured it would be an OK movie, but in actuality were totally blown away. What an amazing movie, the full scope of the movie was incredible-storyline, plot, acting, action, and most of all the cinematography!! This is not the Tarzan movies that you grew up with!! This is the coming of age Tarzan movie that is finally deserving of the big screen and all it entails!! Don't make the mistake I almost made and let it slip by me. My friend and I agreed this was our favorite movie of the summer so far! Whats up with the reviews from the Critics on Metacritic??-shame on you!! I am sure many of you have been mislead before by the critics. Well don't let it happen here, believe me take my word for it you won't be sorry! The only thing in the movie that was a little out of kilter seemed to be Samuel L. Jackson. That said I love him and in the end I was glad that he was in the movie, as he provided some light heartedness to the movie and some needed comedic moments. I won't hesitate buying this movie when it comes out on DVD as I want to watch it over and over-still you need to see it on the big screen to do it justice, as again the cinematography is over the top!… Expand

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hippomancyJul 8, 2016

Sometimes a cigar is just a cigar... Tarzan was a product of another age- an American looking back on the Victorian Age of Empire and the African colonial experience with rose colored glasses. The book was considered progressive andSometimes a cigar is just a cigar... Tarzan was a product of another age- an American looking back on the Victorian Age of Empire and the African colonial experience with rose colored glasses. The book was considered progressive and enlightened, sad as that may seem now...
Yates et al have attempted to rediscover the rip-roaring adventure with modern sensibilities, and i think succeeded. Unfortunately it is in the age of BlackLivesMatter. They do matter, really and truly, but this is just a movie. Not an attempt to rewrite history. An attempt to reconcile a childish story from another age with our desire to right wrongs but any nuances have fallen on deaf ears.
I enjoyed the movie a lot, and i refuse to fall prey to political correctness and condemn it as white paternalism. There is no way to tell Tarzan in the modern era without ruffling feathers. As such i see this as probably the last retelling of the story, but at least he goes out with a bang. All his animal friends were there (i recall the old serials on weekend morning tv before internet or even cable in the backwoods i grew up in) but in a "believable" fashion. Jane is fabulous, and the Tarzan yell finally makes an appearance. The flaws of the film stem from attempts to avoid paternalism, but in this day and age you avoid these types of stories if you're trying to be "safe". Kudos to all involved for the attempt.… Expand

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Tynee23Jul 11, 2016

Very entertaining. Worth taking the family to. Wasn't sure what to expect but was pleasantly surprised by the range of the movie. My friend and I both had some laugh out loud moments as well as picturesque ride. Tarzan was never meant to beVery entertaining. Worth taking the family to. Wasn't sure what to expect but was pleasantly surprised by the range of the movie. My friend and I both had some laugh out loud moments as well as picturesque ride. Tarzan was never meant to be brain surgery.
Didn't mind the CGI it was better used in this instance than many others I've seen recently. I understand it's make belive.
Loved it for what it was. Great fun… Expand

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darkbloodshed13Jan 26, 2017

When I heard they were making another Tarzan movie I was a little worried that would ruin the story, but this film did not disappoint. The atmosphere of this film was perfect from beginning to end. The acting was great and the film was wellWhen I heard they were making another Tarzan movie I was a little worried that would ruin the story, but this film did not disappoint. The atmosphere of this film was perfect from beginning to end. The acting was great and the film was well written. I say if you want see a well rounded film than give this movie watch.… Expand

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Bustin1986Oct 13, 2016

My children loved the movie, my wife and I loved the movie. For those complaining there wasn't a plot, well some people are impatient due to the instant gratification age we live in thanks to cellphones.

Great movie, great acting and greatMy children loved the movie, my wife and I loved the movie. For those complaining there wasn't a plot, well some people are impatient due to the instant gratification age we live in thanks to cellphones.

Great movie, great acting and great CGI. Even my 58 year old father in law liked this movie. He hates CGI!… Expand

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Film13Jul 7, 2016

If you just go to be entertained, you will be - my family was. Oscar worthy - no. Perfect - no. CGI too much at times - yes. Slow/silly at times - yes. Entertaining - yes. Just go enjoy the film

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JessicaChenJul 19, 2016

I enjoyed this movie. It has a serious tone overall, which I enjoyed.
There were plenty of captivating scenes with the animals that really drew me in.
The movie kept me interested and engaged throughout. The story isn't deep or complex,I enjoyed this movie. It has a serious tone overall, which I enjoyed.
There were plenty of captivating scenes with the animals that really drew me in.
The movie kept me interested and engaged throughout.
The story isn't deep or complex, but enjoyable nonetheless.
There were few minor cliches and the realism got confusing toward the end.

Would definitely recommend this movie to people who like tense serious movies, are captivated by the beauty of the wilderness, like hot guys with hot bodies and aren't obsessed with perfect gem-mint hole-less plots.… Expand

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Tarzan72Jul 9, 2016

Critics are wrong! Audiences love this movie. Everyone in the theatre left in a good mood and I certainly felt it as well. Yes its campy and ridiculous, it's Tarzan! Who cares!? Bad critics!! Bad! For a fun time at the movies go see TheCritics are wrong! Audiences love this movie. Everyone in the theatre left in a good mood and I certainly felt it as well. Yes its campy and ridiculous, it's Tarzan! Who cares!? Bad critics!! Bad! For a fun time at the movies go see The Legend of Tarzan!… Expand

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marchinglarksJul 2, 2016

I have been a Tarzan fan for 40 years and the movie The Legend of Tarzan did not disappoint! Over the years many Tarzan movies have left me let down. This one did not, I loved it ! I wanted to re-watch it immediately.

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DanD474Jul 3, 2016

If you liked the trailer, you’ll love the movie!! Trust audience ratings, and not the biases of cynical professional “critics.” Generally, critics gave high ratings to The Jungle Book, including its CGI effects, yet are critical of the CGI inIf you liked the trailer, you’ll love the movie!! Trust audience ratings, and not the biases of cynical professional “critics.” Generally, critics gave high ratings to The Jungle Book, including its CGI effects, yet are critical of the CGI in The Legend of Tarzan. Isn’t it odd that the same company that produced the fine CGI effects for The Jungle Book completely lost those abilities while working on The Legend of Tarzan? [perhaps this illustrates the pre-determined bias of some critics?] And the non-CGI actual scenery filmed in Gabon makes a stunning feast for the eyes. Anyway, this movie is about a story, a good script, and fine acting, not CGI eye candy. Prominent critics keep saying the story is worn out and out-dated, but to those who loved the Edgar Rice Burroughs novels, the story has never been accurately portrayed on the big screen. I read my collection of 24 Tarzan novels many times as a youngster during the ‘60’s. The challenge for moviemakers has always been that the character changes and develops so much over the course of the series, and conveying Tarzan’s complexities in a 2 hour film was daunting. With a 32 year span since the last movie effort to bring a live action, not animated, Tarzan into a movie adaptation, the need to appeal to older lovers of the novels, and to explain the story to next generations, presented a major challenge. Yates has effectively pursued both objectives. If one objects to remakes of classic adventure heroes, or to Edgar Rice Burroughs, or his novels, in general, then this is not the film for you. But if you would like to see an effort to seek to realistically enable the character of the novel series to come to life in a movie, you will not be disappointed. And it is CGI technology that enables this effort to authentically bring the nearly superhuman, yet still vulnerable, Tarzan of the novels into a live feature film. There are so few well-made, uplifting, and exciting movies, and especially ones also including an emotionally connected romance, that it is a shame so many will miss out on this one due to critics with negative bias who never gave the film a chance. The Legend of Tarzan, due to negative reviews, will likely not have a sequel, so it seems this film will become the best representation of the genuine Tarzan from the novel series. And that is quite an accomplishment. Try it in IMAX 3D. Impressive! I will definitely see it again - many times.… Expand

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mikedannyJul 2, 2016

This movie is just great! The pace is not sluggish at all. The story actually flows very quickly and clearly. You could felt the characters, the animals and the actions. The cinematography is just beautiful - very much like the "Revenant"This movie is just great! The pace is not sluggish at all. The story actually flows very quickly and clearly. You could felt the characters, the animals and the actions. The cinematography is just beautiful - very much like the "Revenant" earlier this year.
Most importantly, don't think it's a bad or boring movie just because the critics are so low. It's a quite enjoyable and exciting movie to watch! Go to see it, and you will love it!!… Expand

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NatsgirlJul 2, 2016

The critics really go this one wrong! In an election year I understand - easy to get lost in politics, but call the movie what it is! It's fun! The characters are engaging, the dialogue and chemistry gets you lost. I couldn't believe the timeThe critics really go this one wrong! In an election year I understand - easy to get lost in politics, but call the movie what it is! It's fun! The characters are engaging, the dialogue and chemistry gets you lost. I couldn't believe the time flew by so fast, and you find yourself just happy for everyone at the end! Could the CGI be better? Well, I suppose... but why quibble when you find yourself joyously watching the scenery and rooting for the course of true love? And what's not to love? The good guys win (all of them). The bad guys lose and there's animals! So put away your own baggage and go see the best adventure romp of the summer. I know I'll go see it again!… Expand

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RaineeJul 17, 2016

Under-rated by Critics! I went with one expectation it was a Tarzan remake, but none other than to enjoy the movie. No way do I think "it is just that" now. Yes, the theme is certainly there. But substantial, realistic, content givesUnder-rated by Critics! I went with one expectation it was a Tarzan remake, but none other than to enjoy the movie. No way do I think "it is just that" now. Yes, the theme is certainly there. But substantial, realistic, content gives Tarzan himself a purpose, and gives added meaning to me as a viewer. This unique content was nicely and seamlessly interwoven. I think I looked over at my family maybe three times (if it was more than that, I don't remember) From beginning to end, my eyes were glued and drawn to the emotion and intensity of the screen.
I give standing applause for extraordinary acting for every character. Each performed role to the "t". The role of G. W. Williams was refreshing and without him, we would never have known what this movie could have been. But he was there, and how awesome it is. Tarzan and Jane strong, resilent, and (appropriately dramatically) in love. Tarzan himself "real" to the character. Chief M solidly established leader, confident as a person, and wise. Director's attention to "detail and capturing the moment" are spectacular. The moments of pause and silence well done! The "unexpected" at the most un-expecting moments- right on! Action and scene playouts - on time and solid! Scenery and background design authentic to the theme and nicely orchestrated. Animal scenes pretty cool, and the personalities of each well portrayed and contrasted. Elephant moments....intimate, kind, and meaningful. Suitable for mid teens on up. Parent is the best judge for those under 13. There are a few places that would have scared me when I was 12 or younger, but then I sometimes get scared at at the wind blowing open the door. What do I take with me from this movie: Pure satisfaction I chose a movie with substance, emotion, action, outstanding sound effects at the right time, and a tad of intellectual (historical) tidbits while enjoying every bit of it. Would I watch this movie again. Definitely and not just once over the years ahead. Would I pay to see it again: Probably yes, at least one more time… Expand

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DesmeniJul 22, 2016

Phenomenal music, phenomenal acting, and great storyline. African cultures are portrayed in a positive light with dignity and respect. Other than some obvious CGI (honestly, what CGI isn't obvious?), the overall scenery and animal charactersPhenomenal music, phenomenal acting, and great storyline. African cultures are portrayed in a positive light with dignity and respect. Other than some obvious CGI (honestly, what CGI isn't obvious?), the overall scenery and animal characters were amazing. I was on the edge of my seat through all the fast-paced action sequences. I'm skeptical of live-action remakes of movies from my childhood, but this one didn't disappoint. It had just the right doses of action, morality, humour, and darkness. The message I came out with is, truly, "home is where the heart is."… Expand

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Davrosdaleks1Mar 19, 2017

Surprised this didn't wow at the box office. I thought this was an enjoyable and competent popcorn adventure.

The film looks great with its lush jungle African nature environment. Also, nice to see a film that isn't completely grey-screenSurprised this didn't wow at the box office. I thought this was an enjoyable and competent popcorn adventure.

The film looks great with its lush jungle African nature environment. Also, nice to see a film that isn't completely grey-screen these days. Action and fight scenes were also good, especially the fight scenes involving animals.

I found it refreshing that the story wasn't a simple rehash of the first time Tarzan met Jane. It's a completely new adventure.

Margot Robbie and Samuel L. Jackson kill it in the film. Robbie is a spitfire and Jackson does what he does best. Before this film, I was worried about the casting of Waltz as the villain. He's played a lot of them lately and I was afraid he'd suffered villain decay like he did in Spectre. I was pleasantly surprised to find his villain was a different type in this. His Leon Rom is an understated survivalist. It's interesting to see a villain who's self-aware that he isn't always at the top of the food chain but masterfully rolls with the punches.

Skarsgaard is a good Tarzan, but I do fear he suffers from being more serious than the rest of the characters and there's a bit of a disassociation.

Yes, the film does suffer from "white savior" syndrome. A white guy is responsible for saving a lot of black people. It is uncomfortable.

Still, overall, I found this to be an action-packed thrill ride.… Expand

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LamontRaymondJul 1, 2016

The pro critics missed the boat on this one. It's highly engaging, highly entertaining, and the 4 lead actors are fantastic in it. It's not for kids, but it's kind of a nice book-end to the Jungle Book from earlier this year. Eric NorthmanThe pro critics missed the boat on this one. It's highly engaging, highly entertaining, and the 4 lead actors are fantastic in it. It's not for kids, but it's kind of a nice book-end to the Jungle Book from earlier this year. Eric Northman is pretty fantastic in the lead role, and Robbie shows enough restraint to let him shine. I won't go into the beats of the film other than to encourage you to see it. It's FAR better than the other "superhero" films of the summer.… Expand

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letcreate123Jul 17, 2016

Honestly I feel like the better movies are severely underrated by the critics recently. First X-Men: Apocalypse with a 52, and now this one with a 44. I'm not trusting Metacritic for movies anymore.

But, *ahem*, let's actually review theHonestly I feel like the better movies are severely underrated by the critics recently. First X-Men: Apocalypse with a 52, and now this one with a 44. I'm not trusting Metacritic for movies anymore.

But, *ahem*, let's actually review the movie instead of complaining, shall we?
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TheQuietGamerNov 23, 2016

A flawed epic. Not everything in Tarzan's return to Africa is up to par, but once Tarzan sets off to save Jane we get treated to quite a few thrills to keep us watching.

The biggest issue is it's flawed start. We are treated to way too manyA flawed epic. Not everything in Tarzan's return to Africa is up to par, but once Tarzan sets off to save Jane we get treated to quite a few thrills to keep us watching.

The biggest issue is it's flawed start. We are treated to way too many flashbacks into Tarzan's origin story, the animal CGI is a little behind the times, and the characters just aren't given much to do. Then the story gets started and on top of being treated to the already beautiful landscapes, we get some impressive action sequences, a charismatic and dastardly villain in Christoph Waltz, and great dialog between Skarsgård and Jackson. The latter of whom turns out to be a real show stealer.

Yes, when the movie dives finally lets Tarzan be Tarzan and interact with his excitingly dangerous former home and it's inhabitants, the movie really takes off. The flaws almost melt away in the face of the exciting set pieces and wild animals. The movie takes a turn from kind of a bore into something quite a bit of fun. The plot begins to take on more substance as well, giving you a reason to root for our hero outside of just wanting to see him save his girl. The movie still suffers from lulls whenever Skarsgård and Jackson aren't onscreen, but Waltz and Robbie do an admirable job of keeping us going until they are back onscreen. Robbie in particular is given some sharp dialog. Shame about that standard damsel in distress role.

Overall this "legend" is quite flawed. Not without it's high points though. It manages to overcome it's issues in just enough ways to still be enjoyable. There proves to be just enough thrills to keep you going, even if nothing here will blow you away.… Expand

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AxelskullJul 29, 2016

Wasn't really expecting much but i gotta say hands down the best live-action Tarzan film.
Pros
-The actors are perfect for their roles. -The action was surprisingly good but i wish there was more. -Tarzan swinging through the forest wasWasn't really expecting much but i gotta say hands down the best live-action Tarzan film.
Pros
-The actors are perfect for their roles.
-The action was surprisingly good but i wish there was more.
-Tarzan swinging through the forest was particularly awesome but once again there wasn't much of it. (he didn't even slide on branches/logs, but atleast he did do the yell a couple times.)

Cons
-The whole overarching plot of the movie seems a bit forced but it''s passable.
-A bit too romancey ( Very slow flashbacks that could've been done in less time or don't really add much but just kill the momentum of the film).
-Felt like they were torn between playing to an audience of people who know who Tarzan is supposed to be and an audience that's never heard a thing about Tarzan. Mainly felt like they were playing to people who knew who Tarzan was (especially the beginning part with Samuel L Jackson) but backtracked and tossed in some backstory wherever they could.… Expand

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EliascNov 11, 2016

As a long time Burroughs fan I greatly enjoyed this attempt to capture the original concept of Tarzan as imagined and written by the author. This film is not the movie Tarzan. Th film successfully reconstructs Tarzan as ERB wrote him in 25As a long time Burroughs fan I greatly enjoyed this attempt to capture the original concept of Tarzan as imagined and written by the author. This film is not the movie Tarzan. Th film successfully reconstructs Tarzan as ERB wrote him in 25 novels. Although the director and screenplay writers have altered the story, they also have managed to visualize the original Tarzan. However, the film lacks the sense of adventure that the movie versions of the 'wild boy' so successfully exploited. The version of Tarzan might be a bit too human for audiences looking for a superhero. So with some reservations, I recommend this film, especially for other long time fans of Edgar Rice Burroughs who have always desired to see a Tarzan film done right.… Expand

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artsygalJul 25, 2016

Absolutely LOVED this film. Classic film making at its best. Beautifully portrayed, great acting, fabulous soundtrack (bought it!) not too bloody, a truly great adventure movie.

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SeveredSoulsDec 14, 2016

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. OK first off if you have read any negative reviews for this film, disregard them. They are a persons opinion, don't make them yours until you have watched the film itself.

I have always read reviews for films, even the bad ones and I read many bad reviews for this film before I watched it and let me say I'm so glad I chose to watch Tarzan.
It's a quirky and enjoyable romp with a great cast of characters, yes I will admit sometimes the story is rather cliché with its typical damsel in distress theme being saved by the almost ridiculously ripped hero but... and don't jump ahead of me here, isn't that what Tarzan is all about?

The film starts quite slow with some brief flashbacks to Tarzan's youth and for those that haven't read the book or watched any of the older films, these flashbacks help flesh out the character, his attitude and his motivations.
It's quickly followed by a group of Lords trying to convince the now civilised Lord John Clayton of Greystoke manor (Tarzan) to return to the Congo to promote relations between England and the the ruling monarchy of the Congo. Tarzan being raised there and viewed as a hero by many.

Next thing you know he is traveling with Jane (margot robbie) and George Washington Williams (Samuel L Jackson) on a mission of his own to discover the truth of what is really transpiring in his old home.

Now I've heard a lot of complaints about the cgi for the animals not being the best... but I'd disagree, yes some off them are so blatantly computer generated that even a five year old would notice, most noticeably the lions we see early on or the thousands of wilderbeast we see in the later stages. But once again you find yourself believing they are real, not because of the way they look but because of the way they move and the way they interact with not just the main cast but the world around them. Some of the scenes with gorillas are brilliantly done, the cgi on par with and at times better than "rise of the planet of the apes" especially during a short fight scene between Tarzan and his Gorilla brother Akut.

And that's another point I'd like to add, Tarzan aside from the way he looks is not superhuman and the film goes to great lengths to prove this. In older iterations of tarzan we see him going toe to toe with all sorts of animals and winning by a landslide. Not so here! You see that he's just a man strong as he maybe, he is no match for a gorilla which is how it should be. In the times he does win against impossible odds it's by using intellect and cunning.

Samuel L Jackson's character is there for the comedy aspect while also being the cool headed words of wisdom.

Margot Robbie while being a damsel in distress, shows strength of character in the way she never gives up and tries to sabotage the villains plans every chance she gets. You'll see no tears or pitiable screaming here.

Alexander Skarsgard as Tarzan is both believable and quite profound. You don't see a savage and yet you also don't see the proper gentleman he tries to be. What you get is an interesting merging of the two with small doses of humour thrown in for good measure.

I've heard people shouting racism in their reviews and I'll hold my hands up now and say I'm against racism.
But let me tell you right now, there is not at any point racism in this film. Slavery happens to all colours and all creeds. Societal injustices affect all is what this film preaches in the background with its story. That is not racist, that is truth plain and simple. Now I immensely enjoyed this film, quirky and at times downright crazy as it may be.
And i hope that anyone who watches enjoys it aswell.

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mrmonsterNov 12, 2016

Pretty good. Not great, but pretty good. It had a unique and interesting plot, and good characters, but I wish the CGI was a little better. Well worth watching though.