The Revenant
Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation | Release Date: December 25, 2015
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TheApplegnomeDec 30, 2015
*Spoiler free review* Leonardo DiCaprio's endless hunt for the future Oscar comes to an end with a stunning performance in this realistic, dark and overall stunning cinematography-masterpiece.

We follow Hugh Glass in the late 1820s of*Spoiler free review* Leonardo DiCaprio's endless hunt for the future Oscar comes to an end with a stunning performance in this realistic, dark and overall stunning cinematography-masterpiece.

We follow Hugh Glass in the late 1820s of America and his endless fight for survival. It's a suffering journey towards redemption, revenge and of course the continuous passion for living. The realistic direction by Iñárritu, who also directed Birdman, is a present aspect. Just the long, smooth & realistic close-ups and overall sequences are stunningly shot! We see our characters react and express their inner self in a true way that, thanks too the once again great camera work, makes the film something extraordinary and very rare in todays-filmmaking. Even when characters are in real danger and much intensity are a present thing, we still get close and detailed scenes, we even experience the condensation of water from the breath on the camera lens! Wow! The tone of this always-intense, non-stop movie is extraordinary, they went for a real, shoot on location-only flick and we got exactly that. Fingers, body parts and blood are flying wildly and all over the camera and it feels real. It feels like it really did happen. That's how good 'The Revenant is'; never boring.

DiCaprio continues to impress, and he really does have a spectacular performance as Glass. His great passion for acting gives his character much power, and combined with a wonderful and deep writing, we have a very understandable antagonist! Alongside with DiCaprio does Gleeson have a major role, and he steals it! Both ant-and-protagonist are very understandable and it's not a very complex chemistry, which could have been more explored yes I agree, but it didn't have to be that way. The father-son relationship though, could have been much more developed and emotionally-bonded. There wasn't anything unique nor anything 'that very' special about it. It's good yes, but it's just a small aspect that could have been more explored for a better emotional impact. The dialogs are another minor aspect, there's nothing wrong with them but some out there will probably find them a bit boring, and if that's the case I think this movie isn't perfect for you.

This really is a real and slick survival film that made oneself aware of how dark and dangerous the world can be, while at the same time being barely watchable due to the intense and horrifying moments of this Oscar nominee.

Personal rating: 83/100
Critical rating: 92/100… Expand
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Compi24Dec 25, 2015
In what might very well be Inarritu's best film, "The Revenant" delivers in every way imaginable. You get immaculate cinematography that bridges the gap between the majestic and the phantasmagorical. You're delivered brilliantly designed setIn what might very well be Inarritu's best film, "The Revenant" delivers in every way imaginable. You get immaculate cinematography that bridges the gap between the majestic and the phantasmagorical. You're delivered brilliantly designed set pieces, featuring ornate choreography and stunning practical effects. You get household-name actors, virtually disappearing into their vivid characters. A simple, yet powerful score. And an endlessly fascinating narrative dwelling in the film's heart. "The Revenant" is easily one of the year's best films. In fact, simply calling "The Revenant" a "film" is a severe understatement. It truly is a breathtaking event to behold.… Expand
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beingryanjudeFeb 18, 2016
Between Alejandro G. Iñárritu and Chivo Lubezki, THE REVENANT is one of the most visually striking masterpieces of the 21st century. The spectacle does not end at visual storytelling—but continually astounds audiences with its tale ofBetween Alejandro G. Iñárritu and Chivo Lubezki, THE REVENANT is one of the most visually striking masterpieces of the 21st century. The spectacle does not end at visual storytelling—but continually astounds audiences with its tale of survival and revenge. The filmmakers chose not to sugarcoat the wilderness of the 1820s, but rather vividly show its extreme brutality and rawness. Above all, Leonardo DiCaprio gives the finest performance of his career – to finally, hopefully, secure his well-deserved Oscar.… Expand
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NotoriousFraudFeb 18, 2016
The Revenant has been getting oscar recognition and is also doing great at the box office even unseating Star Wars. Alejandro González Iñárritu directs this film with utter brilliance, topping Birdman. the leads Leonardo DiCaprio and TomThe Revenant has been getting oscar recognition and is also doing great at the box office even unseating Star Wars. Alejandro González Iñárritu directs this film with utter brilliance, topping Birdman. the leads Leonardo DiCaprio and Tom Hardy are fantastic in this wild west revenge story based on true events. The Revenant is my personal favorite movie of 2015.… Expand
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Pw77Feb 15, 2016
I think DiCaprio deserves the upcoming Oscar, after another well chosen role and polished performance. The acting , scenery and scope add a further dimension.

Tom Hardy also delivers a fantastic villain, to the point, you want him to payI think DiCaprio deserves the upcoming Oscar, after another well chosen role and polished performance. The acting , scenery and scope add a further dimension.

Tom Hardy also delivers a fantastic villain, to the point, you want him to pay for what he did.
As animal attacks go, the bear scene is one of the most realistic and brutal caught on film.
A very well rounded, if not slightly somber experience. Great stuff!… Expand
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CineAutoctonoJan 31, 2016
The Revenant was an incredible movie , was waiting for her all this time , as the work of Alejandro G. Inarritu has not been easy but it was great, besides Leonardo DiCaprio, was not very easy for him, but his work was excellent and gave manyThe Revenant was an incredible movie , was waiting for her all this time , as the work of Alejandro G. Inarritu has not been easy but it was great, besides Leonardo DiCaprio, was not very easy for him, but his work was excellent and gave many fruits , Golden Globe, the Critic Choice , SAG , and hope for an Academy Award, an amazing story and powerful.… Expand
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MCPozziFeb 1, 2016
Evidentemente ci voleva Innaritu per consacrare definitivamente Di Caprio. Esaltante la sua prova affiancata da un sempre piu ispirato tom Hardy- Decisamente un bel film
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futurespielbergMar 7, 2016
One of DiCaprio's best films, a truly epic tale of man vs, nature. Leonardo deserves an Oscar for all the hard work he went threw, and so should Tom Hardy for a great supporting role. This film has some of the best visual shot I have everOne of DiCaprio's best films, a truly epic tale of man vs, nature. Leonardo deserves an Oscar for all the hard work he went threw, and so should Tom Hardy for a great supporting role. This film has some of the best visual shot I have ever seen. For my conclusion this is a truly great film with great camera work, great acting, and a very good story. I will say the only down side to the film is the plot does kind of drag on but in the end the film was great.… Expand
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pureshoresMar 25, 2016
My only problem is it's obvious the Academy knew they should've given Leo the Best Actor trophy for the Wolf of Wall Street, gave it to him with this instead. He's good but he didn't convince me as a father from which the whole movie somewhatMy only problem is it's obvious the Academy knew they should've given Leo the Best Actor trophy for the Wolf of Wall Street, gave it to him with this instead. He's good but he didn't convince me as a father from which the whole movie somewhat stood upon. As far as acting award goes, Tom Hardy should've gotten one. If he continues to make good choices, we're looking at a living legend right now.… Expand
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HolioEscobanApr 15, 2016
A film with just as many vistas as there was to make up for lack of dialogue and true character progress. The film was indulgent in every sense of the word, however the performances across the board we brilliant. Realistic and honest. AA film with just as many vistas as there was to make up for lack of dialogue and true character progress. The film was indulgent in every sense of the word, however the performances across the board we brilliant. Realistic and honest. A tiring but good movie to watch… Expand
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quincytheodoreFeb 3, 2016
A harsh winter for beast and man.

While having Tom Hardy and Leonardo DiCaprio is a definite boon, what really makes “The Revenant" a splendid cinematic experience is the utmost care for visual and cinematography. It's a series ofA harsh winter for beast and man.

While having Tom Hardy and Leonardo DiCaprio is a definite boon, what really makes “The Revenant" a splendid cinematic experience is the utmost care for visual and cinematography. It's a series of immersive events taken with extreme care, minimal editing and a continuous shot after continuous shot of wintry landscape as it witnesses revenge and ordeal of savages.

It tells the story of Glass (Leonardo DiCaprio) as he fights against beast, nature and fellow man to stay alive. There are a couple of other subplots though Glass' perspective takes the focus. One can argue that this is Leo's closest chance at Oscar in recent years, and it's hard not to see why. He's an expert on conveying emotions with sheer gestures and psychical attributes alone. If this movie is advertised as actual survival show, Leo would make people believe it.

On the other spectrum Tom Hardy as Fitzgerald is just equally amazing. He presents a much different persona than his other roles, I admittedly didn't recognize him for half of the movie. This is a brilliant act on his part to showcase the brutality of the time. Domhnall Gleeson and Will Poulter round up the crew nicely as duty bound captain and the more inexperienced frontiersman. The average length of scene is demanding and the cast delivers pleasantly.

The other subplots happen simultaneously as Glass' predicament, they could be highlighted more but this is just a slight scratch on the narrative and also not to impose on the main story line. Its visual is certainly a triumph in film making. There's no shortage of refinement on the sequences, whether it's dialogues or action. It's a precise, deliberate and unwavering presentation, captivating with its pronounced details as well as slight whisper or howl of the winter.

Few other movies manage to allure the audience into the world of the movie with stern excellent production and acting, "The Revenant" is truly breathtaking.… Expand
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Iky009Mar 4, 2016
The new work Iñárritu is phenomenal, incredible epic in every way, visually the beauty of the scenery is breathtaking, the performance of DiCaprio is magnificent and of course not to mention the bear attack scene is eerily amazing.
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FranzHcriticMar 5, 2016
It is a directorial, cinematographic, and actor's triumph of a film. It's clear to see why they finally awarded DiCaprio the Oscar for this role, for he captivates all the pain and suffering in his main character. 'The Revenant,' while beingIt is a directorial, cinematographic, and actor's triumph of a film. It's clear to see why they finally awarded DiCaprio the Oscar for this role, for he captivates all the pain and suffering in his main character. 'The Revenant,' while being at its core but a simple revenge story, is elevated by the rich, natural visuals, cold realism of its stars, including Hardy, who plays the villain with superb talent. Alejandro González Iñárritu pulled off a visual masterpiece here.… Expand
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43in2014Feb 4, 2016
Pros: Great acting, directing, cinematography and sound mixing were used in this film to show how tough life was in 19th century North Dakota, considering the winter, the Indians, bears and people in your own party who wish you dead. That'sPros: Great acting, directing, cinematography and sound mixing were used in this film to show how tough life was in 19th century North Dakota, considering the winter, the Indians, bears and people in your own party who wish you dead. That's from the perspective of the new settlers. It's not much better for the native Indians. The film tries to be very realistic and is very gruesome many times.

Cons: None, I suppose... except that this seems like Oscar bait...

Who should NOT watch this? This is an R-rated film due to the violence. A couple in the early stages of their relationship, any person who cannot bear gruesome violence, young teenagers and children should not watch this.

Score: 4/5 (no half score). Worth watching in the cinema.… Expand
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JamesIrish68Mar 15, 2018
Leo finally gets the Oscar he deserves with The Revenant. Di Caprio gives the performance his heart and soul and you can see it plain as day on the screen his commitment to the role. Top class production qualities, cinematography, costume,Leo finally gets the Oscar he deserves with The Revenant. Di Caprio gives the performance his heart and soul and you can see it plain as day on the screen his commitment to the role. Top class production qualities, cinematography, costume, lighting, editing etc. The bear scene is a stand out and will be what is remembered about this movie, that and the opening long shot. The weakness is that the story is a bit grueling and long drawn out to watch. Tom Hardy is nearly impossible to understand which was frustrating..Still a very good movie if not a great one..… Expand
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TributeManFeb 5, 2016
Alexander Gonzales Inarritu wspaniałym reżyserem jest.

Zjawa tak samo jak poprzedni film reżysera, zachwyca wykonaniem. Dosłownie, każde ujęcie jest wykonane z arcymistrzowską dokładnością. Co chwila przyłapywałem się, na oglądaniu pleneruAlexander Gonzales Inarritu wspaniałym reżyserem jest.

Zjawa tak samo jak poprzedni film reżysera, zachwyca wykonaniem. Dosłownie, każde ujęcie jest wykonane z arcymistrzowską dokładnością. Co chwila przyłapywałem się, na oglądaniu pleneru i nie skupianiu się na akcji. Muzyka i kostiumy są także perfekcyjne. Ma się wrażenie, że ogląda się prawdziwych ludzi, a nie aktorów.

Na oddzielną pochwałę zasługuje duet Hardy - DiCaprio. Nie wyobrażam sobie kogokolwiek innego w rolii Fitzgeralda i Glassa. Pierwszy raz widziałem postać graną przez DiCaprio, a nie jego.
Dawno już nie oglądałem tak brutalnego filmu. Palce są odcinane, skóra rozrywana, brzuchy przebijane…
Wszystkie najbrutalniejsze sceny są na jednym ujęciu i sprawiają wrażenie bardzo realistycznych.
Zjawie brakuje bardzo mało do Arcydzieła. Jej największym grzechem jest bycie pustym w środku filmem. Jest wspaniała wizualnie, ale nic po za tym. Nie mogę jej z czystym sumieniem polecić każdemu. To film ciężki, gdzie akcja rozwija się z prędkością pełznącego ślimaka. Sami zdecydujcie.… Expand
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UltimateBubFeb 7, 2016
A visual spectacle, The Revenant manages to tell a thrilling, exciting story for its lead. Leonardo DiCaprio gives his best acting and it shows, while the supporting cast is all but amazing. A movie about revenge, but mostly survival, TheA visual spectacle, The Revenant manages to tell a thrilling, exciting story for its lead. Leonardo DiCaprio gives his best acting and it shows, while the supporting cast is all but amazing. A movie about revenge, but mostly survival, The Revenant is, simply, a very great movie.… Expand
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horizonbtsFeb 15, 2016
Best in this genre since "Dances with Wolves"!! If you liked the scope, story, and overall picture in DWW you will love this movie too. The Cinematography in "The Revenant" is over the top, absolutely beautiful. The film itself can be aBest in this genre since "Dances with Wolves"!! If you liked the scope, story, and overall picture in DWW you will love this movie too. The Cinematography in "The Revenant" is over the top, absolutely beautiful. The film itself can be a little bloody and graphic so if you can't handle that sort of thing then its probably not for you. True depiction of the era and the hardships of the time. I thought as with DWW it shows the Indians could be compassionate, and most of the time we as white men were the ones taking advantage of them. We were on their land and treated them badly. Everyone in the theater was glued to the screen, might have been a tad long, but so enjoyable and well written that it didn't seem all that bad. Great movie and glad to see they are making some movies in this genre again. I really enjoyed the movie and was money well spent. The only thing I could be critical of is perhaps the super human feats that the character managed at times, but you have to figure that happens on the big screen to make it more appealing!!… Expand
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CMoviesFeb 17, 2016
What a beautiful movie, this film has some of the best cinematography I have ever laid my eyes on. Keeping dialog to a minimum lets you feel the environment and atmosphere quite well. God this movie is great!
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JuanLuisGG14Apr 10, 2016
A technically stunning drama filled with extremely gruesome but awesome special effects. Aside from that, Di Caprio's performance is stellar, and plot is strong.
Though that, I would say it isn't perfect, so that i give it a 9/10
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TrackerDeviceMar 18, 2016
This is hands down the best movie of 2015!!! Although The Revenant suffers from its run time, it is a beautifully shot film, with fantastic acting, and a fabulous score.
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pythag0rasApr 2, 2016
Wow. What a ride of a movie! Certainly has one of the most gripping scenes I have ever seen in a movie (no spoils but you'll know it when you see it, makes your jaw drop. ) Amazing movie. They get right to it too. Not a lot of buildup. HighlyWow. What a ride of a movie! Certainly has one of the most gripping scenes I have ever seen in a movie (no spoils but you'll know it when you see it, makes your jaw drop. ) Amazing movie. They get right to it too. Not a lot of buildup. Highly recommended!… Expand
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EctsoplasmFeb 3, 2016
This movie was nearly my favorite of last year. The acting was great, which it very well has to be if the movie going to be great. The movie has an easily graspable plot. Sure, there wasn't too much character development, but there was a lotThis movie was nearly my favorite of last year. The acting was great, which it very well has to be if the movie going to be great. The movie has an easily graspable plot. Sure, there wasn't too much character development, but there was a lot of isolation, so it didn't need character development. My favorite part, however, was the villain. They did a perfect job of making us HATE the villain, with everything he did.

This movie is more than worth a watch. Or two.… Expand
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TaylorgFeb 7, 2016
Recently saw this film, at first I was hesitant because of hearing it was very violent and gory. At times it was hard for me to keep watching, but I enjoyed it for the most part. It was entertaining to watch, they captured beautiful sceneryRecently saw this film, at first I was hesitant because of hearing it was very violent and gory. At times it was hard for me to keep watching, but I enjoyed it for the most part. It was entertaining to watch, they captured beautiful scenery and it was good acting. Any movie with Leo is never a disappointment. I will say the story in itself was very sad, almost depressing so it was sort of painful to watch in my opinion. Overall the movie was very real, filmed well with good actors. I was glad I decided to see it and recommend others to do so as well.… Expand
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whompy17Feb 17, 2016
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The Revenant isn't a very complicated film by any stretch of the mind. It's a revenge story focused on survival and overcoming the worst possible situations imaginable. We'll start with the best thing about this film. The cinematography. WOW does this film look AMAZING. Every shot is done with natural lighting and it really shows in the film. This movie is brutally realistic, from the bear attack to the final showdown between Hugh Glass and John Fitzgerald. This film is violent and dark and it's realism and amazing cinematography make the film a true delight to watch even if some of the scenes are very brutal. Now to the story, while good, isn't complicated at all and is very easy to follow. The characters are simple, you have the strong leader, Hugh Glass who is very looked up to by most in his group, Tom Hardy who plays the antagonist that leaves Hugh Glass for dead and murders his son right in front of him. While simple, these characters are portrayed very well by Leo and Tom Hardy and both men deserve a nod for their performances in this movie and while everyone screams for an Oscar for Leo, Tom Hardy did an amazing job in this film as well. What more is there to say about the story? Long story short, Glass is mauled by a bear, left for dead by John Fitzgerald (Tom Hardy) who murders his son and now Glass must rise above the elements and survive a harsh and unforgiving environment with some aboriginal tribes thrown in as well along the way. It drags on way too long and made the film feel much longer than it really was and by the last 10-15 minutes it was feeling like it was never going to end. As a movie, The Revenant would receive maybe a 5 or 6. It's simple, drags on a little too long, but the characters are interesting enough to keep it going strong. As a film, The Revenant really shines. To the atmosphere, cinematography, and how realistic it is, it's one you have to see. It'll leave you thinking "how did they do that? how could they get that shot?". The bear attack in particular gave me chills and it tried to do that and it succeeded in doing so. It's one of those movies you can watch maybe once or twice a year, but it is an amazing film even with a long run time.… Expand
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JingerJakeFeb 22, 2016
DiCaprio warrents himself another Oscar nomination, but I have to admit he doesn't deserve the win. Though his talent is undeniable he's simply got too little to work with here. Despite being the main attraction, his dialogue is so far apartDiCaprio warrents himself another Oscar nomination, but I have to admit he doesn't deserve the win. Though his talent is undeniable he's simply got too little to work with here. Despite being the main attraction, his dialogue is so far apart and and between so much action that he's given little opportunity to win our hearts. Even when these opportunities do present themselves the writing is unfortunately much thinner than what you'd expect from a role played by the best actor of the year. For these unfortunate reasons we shall all prepare ourselves for yet another March full of "Leo has no statue" memes. Perhaps one in which the Oscar is mauling him instead of a bear. Hardy however, is outstanding, making the best of every scene and warranting himself a nomination of his own, though it's doubtful he'll get it. Even Poulter does nobly in what must have been a daunting list of co-stars. The only role I found distasteful is that of my fellow ginger's. Though Gleeson made my list of those to watch after Ex Machina, this performance makes it two in-a-row that I've felt he was miscast and for largely the same reasons (the other being Star Wars). Gleeson seems to be stepping into roles suited better for men twice his age. Though he looked the part here much better than in space, he still lacks the authority to create a conviction from within a leader.

If you didn't catch the hints in the trailer, this film is not for the faint of heart. It's absolutely brutal. In the end, we've seen a lot of things, most not short of sheer beauty, and for what? A simple payback story riddled with unmoving flashbacks of a loss we're led to care little about. Unfortunately, for all the incredible visuals and one hell of a survival picture, we're left with undeveloped characters and back stories that left too little off the table to have truly connected with the plot. It's an absolute tragedy to have come all this way and feel next to nothing inside.

However, from start to finish the screen is never void of absolute beauty. On every technical aspect the Revenant is a true masterpiece. The score is solid, the direction is Oscar worthy, the setting is gorgeous, and the cinematography is breathtaking. Many scenes are so beautiful they make it worth the watch despite everything I've said negatively thus far. Honestly, if for nothing else, this film is worth the watch just to see a bear attack that is one of the best cinematic experiences I've had in front of a big screen in my entire life. The technical feat can't override the lack of character development and paper thin plot, but despite all it lacks, it lacks not one single shot that isn't completely and indisputably beautiful.… Expand
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RodrigoFernetyFeb 23, 2016
Gross! but it seems like that i'm seeing a documental for a parts... it was lost sometimes the history was weak and cliché... luke did it first and thats all... but sometimes i felt like i was there sufering
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GreenBastardFeb 23, 2016
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Anyone calling The Revenant boring went into this movie thinking it would be another shoot-em-up western, while the only western I can think of comparing it to would be Jeremiah Johnson. If you haven't seen that, check it out, its a less gory version of this film except the protagonist is after Crow Indians instead of Tom Hardy.

Aside from that its hard to know where to begin with this movie. The cinematography is amazing. The setting is excellent. The performances by everyone are stellar. The sound editing is incredible. And the bear attack is all too real, seriously well done CGI.

I rated it an 8 because I fear if I go any higher Leo won't get the Oscar he deserves.… Expand
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ThatGoonerMar 27, 2016
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I've checked this for spoilers but it's predominantly a vague - non-spoiler - review, so if you haven't seen this and you only care to watch it with a certain half-heartedness, then this is the one for you. I digress...

Oh, if only you could give more specific ratings because this would certainly be heading for an 8.5 from me if this was the case.

After a start that left me somewhat confused as to how the rest of the film may continue and maintain a certain quality, then came the bear. The big killer who rather ironically struck life into what would've been a long two and a half hours. Having witnessed, and continued to witness, the stunning cinematography pulled off throughout in order to add a real open effect to the film, there began a revenge story between the two on-form actors; Hardy and DiCaprio. Everything about this revenge plot had me gripped. The way you knew there was an air of tension between the two main characters, and the fact that you knew Fitzgerald had it in for Glass foreshadowed the state he ended up leaving him in, and it really did help this story flow and with some luck along the way, the inevitable ending seemed oh so dramatic. From the dummy dead body to knife fight on the icy floors besides the forest, it had me tense all the way through. DiCaprio's star-studded performance now seems to be well-worthy of the Oscar for Best Actor as the grit and determination of the character just kept on going and going, and I'm glad he did. I'm new to doing these reviews so I'm unsure of whether this was written 'acceptably' but nevertheless hope you enjoyed this and I *thoroughly* recommend you watch this film.… Expand
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c_avdoMar 28, 2016
Movie earned all rewards except for best actor. Leo should receive it earlier, but however. The Revenent is amazing. Fantastic directing, picture, Tom Hardy, every scene is done perfectly, so big respect for one of the best directors today,Movie earned all rewards except for best actor. Leo should receive it earlier, but however. The Revenent is amazing. Fantastic directing, picture, Tom Hardy, every scene is done perfectly, so big respect for one of the best directors today, Inarritu. He has done a big job with this, and it was a very hard task, just like with Birdman. Great soundtrack and everything that makes you feel like you are in the forest with Leo, does that. One of the best movies in 2016., and one of the best with such a little dialog I watched.

ps. scene with the bear didn't actually impress me that much as others. But respect on braveness.… Expand
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peterbelbitaApr 8, 2016
"Revenge is a dish best served cold" is the most fitting adage here, seeing as how DiCaprio spends nearly the entire film in freezing conditions, fueled only by his fiery rage and insatiable desire for vengeance. The scenery is amazing; the"Revenge is a dish best served cold" is the most fitting adage here, seeing as how DiCaprio spends nearly the entire film in freezing conditions, fueled only by his fiery rage and insatiable desire for vengeance. The scenery is amazing; the graphics of the bear mauling impeccable; the intermittent gnashing of teeth (DiCaprio's) punctuate scenes like the icy blast of winter's first freeze, cutting the viewer to the core. No doubt, his performance was impressive, and he committed to the role with an intensity that skewers the viewer's soul, much as the computer-generated bear did to DiCaprio's nearly frozen limbs. The story itself misses the mark historically, as the real Hugh Glass did not have a son; however, the overlying, timeless theme of righting someone's wrong rings as true in the 1820's as it does today. It is that drive to make someone accountable for his actions that keeps the viewer glued to the screen from start to finish. One can't help but wonder what he or she would do in a similar situation, and how he or she at one time has also felt like Hugh Glass, wishing to make someone pay for another person's wrongdoing. In addition to DiCaprio's performance, Tom Hardy proved a force to be reckoned with, chewing each scene as hard as he did the wad of tobacco he slid carefully between his teeth and cheek intermittently. It was his performance that was perhaps the most overlooked, and the final reckoning between Hardy and DiCaprio was a cinematic masterpiece.… Expand
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thatcriticmahaApr 20, 2016
Alejandro González Iñárritu takes you on a journey through a man`s struggles in 1823 America. Leonardo DiCaprio in what could be hist best role yet completely amazes you in every scene he is in. The Revenant is easily one of the deepest andAlejandro González Iñárritu takes you on a journey through a man`s struggles in 1823 America. Leonardo DiCaprio in what could be hist best role yet completely amazes you in every scene he is in. The Revenant is easily one of the deepest and most intriguing films of this decade. It is a film that excels at everything it does, from the breathtaking scenery to the grueling stunts. Leonardo DiCaprio and Tom Hardy`s performance are so mesmerizing that you forget your watching a film, and instead a Biopic. The clear determination from both actors to excel at their roles is made very evident in every scene they are in. The tone of the film is dark and gritty, perfectly describing the times with which those men lived in. The cinematography in this film is on a completely different level. The choice to use natural lighting instead of artificial is a gamble that pays of massively. Overall this is a fantastic film that deserves all of the countless awards that are inevitably going to come its way.… Expand
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JoeCoolMar 3, 2019
Lots of great vistas, superb acting but somewhat tiring to watch. Still a movie worth seeing, it's just too long. The story could have been brought better if it had been at least half an hour shorter.
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Voodoo123Dec 23, 2019
The Revenant is emotional, well paced, intense and cinematic. This movie feels like a rare case in this day and age where a production like this is able to use every tool in the box to truly capture the 'feeling' of being present in itsThe Revenant is emotional, well paced, intense and cinematic. This movie feels like a rare case in this day and age where a production like this is able to use every tool in the box to truly capture the 'feeling' of being present in its world. The use of longer shots with minimal movement and noticeably allowing digital effects to enhance sequences as a tool and not overwhelm the viewer stand out here. The acting is superb on this grit worn thrill ride. From start to finish, I was completely enamoured with each sequence on this epic journey across the Dakotas. THIS is what film as an artform is all about.… Expand
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BitashMar 29, 2020
What a movie, I just rewatched it again 2020, amazing cinematography, you have to rewatch to appreciate the scene art, acting and shots. Leonardo is a genius but the acting in this movie is superb. I loved him in Wolf of Wall street and IWhat a movie, I just rewatched it again 2020, amazing cinematography, you have to rewatch to appreciate the scene art, acting and shots. Leonardo is a genius but the acting in this movie is superb. I loved him in Wolf of Wall street and I love him in this.… Expand
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TheFormalReviewFeb 4, 2016
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The3AcademySinsAug 20, 2018
The Revenant is a film that attempts to reach great heights, and makes it most of the way there. Leonardo DiCaprio and Tom Hardy give great performances, and there is a solid supporting cast, but the biggest problem with the movie is that weThe Revenant is a film that attempts to reach great heights, and makes it most of the way there. Leonardo DiCaprio and Tom Hardy give great performances, and there is a solid supporting cast, but the biggest problem with the movie is that we are never really able to get in Glass's head and connect with him. There are a lot of weird, out-there scenes, and the final battle, while cool, really does not feel like a good payoff. Still, it is worth a watch from me!… Expand
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maninderkaurMar 16, 2018
This is not the first time that we saw Leo doing mind boggling stuff, he is a great actor, by far the greatest actor working currently I suppose, but this time he really took the things to the limits and a act for which he really deserve anThis is not the first time that we saw Leo doing mind boggling stuff, he is a great actor, by far the greatest actor working currently I suppose, but this time he really took the things to the limits and a act for which he really deserve an Oscar. Love you Leo… Expand
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realjaytheboomMar 8, 2022
One of the most beautifully shot, emotionally acted, character study's of all time I adore this movie. Leonardo DiCaprio's performance is emotionally driven has he is trying to get revenge on his sons killer played brillantly by Tom Hardy.One of the most beautifully shot, emotionally acted, character study's of all time I adore this movie. Leonardo DiCaprio's performance is emotionally driven has he is trying to get revenge on his sons killer played brillantly by Tom Hardy. Everything about this movie is just masterfully well done.… Expand
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Rutles55Aug 8, 2022
This film was so beautifully filmed because it was all filmed in ambient light. No extra lights, just with the light around them, and reflectors. From a photographer's perspective, this is extremely hard to do so this film is absolutely phenomenal.
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sebititospoDec 20, 2022
This movie was absolutely perfect, I loved everything about it. The soundtrack, the story, the characters ando the ambientation. I really DO recommend this film.
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diogomendesJan 24, 2016
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I haven't posted many reviews on this website recently, as I was focused on my daily studies, but I took the time to see this movie, and it was surprisingly great. I knew I was going for a slowly paced movie, but it actually didn't hit me as one. It never got boring, nor too slow for me. The violence is so awesome in this movie. Either the bear scene, or Leonardo DiCaprio's character covering himself inside of a horse's dead body, it was friggin brutal. The bear attack was especially frightening. What I like about this scene is how the bear interacts with Glass. He first attacks him, smells him and goes away for a few seconds, than Glass grabs his gun and shoots the bear, although the bear attacks him again, and shakes the poor guy like dogs do to the rugs. Then the bear stops one more time, and few seconds later, the bear takes his shot one more time, but Glass stabs it, and they both fall off, with the bear on top of Glass's body. It's amazing how they edited and choreographed this particular bit.

These excellent scenes aside, I can understand people having problems with the "revenge thriller" trope that gets a little predictable in the end, but I liked the symbolism, as Glass used his strength and his memories about his family to stay on his feet and seek punishment for the man who killed his son. Cinematography, just great. There was parts where Glass must have wondered: "Wow, if I die, at least I die watching this God's masterpiece". It sounds silly, I know, but that's the effective way I can describe it. It's purely amazing.

The camerawork is fantastic. I don't quite remember if it had one-take action sequence, but there parts where shots last very long, and I loved that. The shot where the horse and Glass fall down is fantastic. This movie also needs praise for its sound design. Seriously.

"The Revenant" is a pretty good December film. If anything, I think DiCaprio should win that Oscar. While I liked Matt Damon's charismatic performance in "The Martian", Leonardo really stood out here, as the icing on the cake. And Tom Hardy was great here too.

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moviescriticnetFeb 2, 2016
Is The Revenant the best movie of the year? Surely not and in fact it's doubtful if it's a great movie at all.
Ok, so Alejandro Inarritu wanted to be realistic, moved to Argentina for more snow, had actors crawling naked in it and other ****Is The Revenant the best movie of the year? Surely not and in fact it's doubtful if it's a great movie at all.
Ok, so Alejandro Inarritu wanted to be realistic, moved to Argentina for more snow, had actors crawling naked in it and other **** like that, but seriously what is the point of the film? And what is so realistic about getting almost raped by a giant bear and attacked by uncountable Indians and elements of nature but still managing to survive to get revenge? Inarritu is a great director, perhaps the best (along with Christopher Nolan) of our time and the movie is technically and artistically perfect. If he hadn't already won the direction Oscar last year with Birdman, he would certainly get this one. DiCaprio's performance is brilliant but so is each and every of his performances. Still they'll finally grant him an Oscar for his crawling and growling in the Revenant but in reality it will be an Oscar for his entire career. Tom Hardy's performance is even better and he deserves it even more than DiCaprio but he is going to lose to ... Stallone (Jesus Christ Academy, you suck!). Nevertheless and despite some very impressive scenes (namely the entrance scene, the bear scene, the horse scene and the final revenge scene and that's it) and artistic beauty, a movie should have a ... script and this one has none. So it ends up being a Cast Away clone without the emotional touch of the last.… Expand
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provenhumansJan 25, 2016
This movie is so manly I grew a beard halfway through. Joking, but do not take women to see this movie. They will ruin it for you and will not enjoy it themselves. I loved the acting, story-line, fight scenes, gore... Really makes you feelThis movie is so manly I grew a beard halfway through. Joking, but do not take women to see this movie. They will ruin it for you and will not enjoy it themselves. I loved the acting, story-line, fight scenes, gore... Really makes you feel like a man. I loved this movie, but it did not get a 10 for one reason. The sound score was absolutely atrocious. Painful to listen to. During an extremely dramatic fight scene we hear 4 vibrato notes through out the whole movie. Who hires a first time, contemporary composer to make a film score for such a high rated movie with such high standards for excellence? I love Leonardo DiCaprio, and hope he gets that Oscar.. and for his acting in this movie I believe he should receive it. However, this movie deserves no other recognition because of the terrible decisions made by whomever decided to hire such a terrible composer.… Expand
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JacobFeb 27, 2016
While I appreciate all the effort that went into the visual aspect of the film Its hard to enjoy it. The characters are shallow, the wandering segment goes on too long, and the glorious tracking shots are absent. This film will no doubt winWhile I appreciate all the effort that went into the visual aspect of the film Its hard to enjoy it. The characters are shallow, the wandering segment goes on too long, and the glorious tracking shots are absent. This film will no doubt win an Oscar for its visuals and directing but unfortunately I won’t remember it much after that. Just give Leo his Oscar already so we can stop with films like this.… Expand
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oDjentoFeb 4, 2016
The Revenant is an incredible cinematic journey that really encapsulates you in the insolation and savagery of wilderness, and promotes an endearing message that does not preach itself too heavily.
Innuritu has created a vastly differentThe Revenant is an incredible cinematic journey that really encapsulates you in the insolation and savagery of wilderness, and promotes an endearing message that does not preach itself too heavily.
Innuritu has created a vastly different film from his last (Birdman) that really shows his range, in a change from a dialogue heavy to a physical dialogue film in which we feel DiCaprio’s feelings and suffering not through words but through his physicality in the project. Half the film probably isn’t even in English, delving between native Indian and French to really give this feeling of the unknown to the audience. It even shows how the “developed” cultures are more savage than the “underdeveloped” ones with rape and traitors being exposed in their midst.
The demonic and biblical imagery dotted throughout the film exposing Fitzgerald’s twisted and distorted take on a sacred religion is a nicely woven in theme along with the Native Indian respect one - which can in turn be woven in and out of each other.
DiCaprio does a great job in the physical acting side and we really do get to see a man suffer on screen. It is heart-breaking yet incredible to watch. Hardy on the other hand gets the more dialogue driven acting and does it incredibly well. Everyone has been going on about how great DiCaprio is in this film but really Tom Hardy plays his part just as well if not better. You really come to loathe the man.
The direction and cinematography of the film is incredible. The tracking shots really immerse you in the gritty and dirty scenes and makes the battles and action sequences feel alive and not just adapted from a piece of paper. It makes them feel like they were actually captured as they happened. The scene is also the most visceral and scary bear attack scenes I have ever seen, it was impeccably paced and gut-wretchingly brutal. I winced at a few parts of it.
Incredible film making, but pacing throughout can wither at times due to lack of dialogue. A beautiful piece of art, with amazing cinematography and poignant messages.
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Q8MarrongGlaceMar 22, 2016
Not bad movie but after the awards I was expecting to see more of acting motion a good long speech rather than the gore scenes and suffering makeup

Overall I really enjoy it
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michael1208Jan 30, 2016
Unlikely the complexity in his previous masterpiece Birdman, Iñárritu has approached a straightforward story without much dialogues but enriched with metaphors about vengeance and redemption. It is an unresistant hypnotic drama that combinesUnlikely the complexity in his previous masterpiece Birdman, Iñárritu has approached a straightforward story without much dialogues but enriched with metaphors about vengeance and redemption. It is an unresistant hypnotic drama that combines revenge, survival, violence and desperation intensely that would certainly chill audiences both physically and mentally. Each and every single detail of the film is taken care perfectly, death and evilness of the characters are well captured with beauty and horror thanks to the cinematography by Emmanuel Lubezki, the setting of the stranded nature background and the powerful orchestral scores add on the sombre effects which all contribute to the impressive technical aspects of the cinematic experience. Leonardo DiCaprio amazes again with his brutal and anchoring performance struggling to survive while the commitment between him and Tom Hardy into their respective roles have successfully turned the director's artistic visions into an immersive life of death journey. Although it seems to be a strange film with striking images of blood soaking ground, animals and humans, it is an inspiring wild expedition about humanity and inhumanity that is elegant in its own simplicity.… Expand
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drambuie_Feb 14, 2016
i dont really like Iñárritu. he is a show off . same at birdman , same here.the story was short but sentimental and strong and it could just take 1,5 hour or 2 if there were not those endless yet beautiful-breathtaking scenes when no one wasi dont really like Iñárritu. he is a show off . same at birdman , same here.the story was short but sentimental and strong and it could just take 1,5 hour or 2 if there were not those endless yet beautiful-breathtaking scenes when no one was talking or even doing something .Yes the cinematography was spectacular, the costumes too,the lack of music and the reliance on the natural sounds was one of a kind . Οscar for best actor , for best supporting actor (i loved tom hardy once again) , and for director (he's a show off yet genius i have to admit ) but no Οscar for best movie from me , i need a really good story for it.… Expand
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DanielwWhiteJan 29, 2016
The Revenant is very long movie but has an incredible scenery. The plot is a little weak and the characters are fully developed but LD does a good job acting.
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mikethejustJan 30, 2016
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. An absolute masterpiece. I admit some bias in my rating because I love wilderness survival, and this film's era greatly appeals to me.

Anyway, I'll start with what I believed was the best element of the movie: the cinematography. The natural lighting creates the perfect atmosphere for this movie. From the orange glow of torches in the dead of night, to the beautiful light of the rising sun on the rocks in the final battle, every scene is stunning. The use of gory, uncensored practical effects were very realistic, and the CGI held it's own with motion and appearance.

The story started of with fast-paced action but then led to a tense quest for revenge leaving me at the edge of my seat at some of the most thrilling encounters. It's a story of suffering, survival, and bloodthirsty revenge. The villain, Fitzgerald, plays a unique role in which, unlike the typical bad-guy, isn't necessarily evil. He is just a selfish man concerned mainly with his own self preservation. Hugh Glass, the protagonist, borders on godliness with ridiculous, yet not completely unscaving, feats such as riding a horse off of a cliff into a fur tree. The drive for revenge in Glass pushes him throughout his journey into intense action balanced by calm points of travel. I've heard some complain about the movie being slow, but I believe some of the slower scenes really help to calm down from the heart-pounding intensity.

Overall this movie, even if one doesn't care for it's genre, is a beauty to see, especially in theaters. The acting was solid, and the dialogue, while minimalist, suited the environment of bitter, unfriendly cold. I don't often give movies a perfect score (this is the first movie review on this account though), but the thrills, beauty, and brutality of this movie combine to create the most epic frontiers movie ever. Then again, I may just be overly obsessed with survival and the outdoors, so take this amateur review with a grain of salt.… Expand
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VideoJuegosComFeb 4, 2016
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is all you can expect from an Iñarritu movie. If you liked Birdman, you will like this one. Bad thing is that, if you got bored with Birdman, you will feel the urge to get out of the theatre on this one. Many elements of the movie are great, but others feel very irreal, like the fight with the bear. It is not possible that a normal human being could survive that fight. Also extreme freezing and hunger conditions. Many other characters die quick, but not the main one, so, that will make the story feel kinda empty.… Expand
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ramregFeb 4, 2016
The Revenant’s story is simple. a man is attacked by grizzly bear and left for dead by his greedy team of fur trappers who have been promised money if they stand vigil with his mangled body until he (supposedly) dies. They leave him to aThe Revenant’s story is simple. a man is attacked by grizzly bear and left for dead by his greedy team of fur trappers who have been promised money if they stand vigil with his mangled body until he (supposedly) dies. They leave him to a fate that seems inevitable, so when against all odds he lives he must then avenge the death of someone he loved, murdered by those who abandoned him.. That’s the basic story but The Revenant is more than that .

It is an epic, visceral cinematic ride that give you the most beautiful scenes and also the most cruel trip one men can do.
The Revenant, like the best films ever made this year
the Revenant was a risk worth taking, a film worth making, and one of the most beautiful and breathtakingly rendered works cinematic art of the year.… Expand
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MovieMasterEddyApr 7, 2016
Leonardo DiCaprio stars as a man struggling to survive in the wild in Alejandro G. Inarritu's bloody, bruising frontier epic.

A traditional Old West survival-and-revenge tale assumes the dimensions of a harrowing voyage to the AmericanLeonardo DiCaprio stars as a man struggling to survive in the wild in Alejandro G. Inarritu's bloody, bruising frontier epic.

A traditional Old West survival-and-revenge tale assumes the dimensions of a harrowing voyage to the American frontier's heart of darkness in The Revenant. Pushing both brutal realism and extravagant visual poetry to the edges of what one customarily finds in mainstream American filmmaking, director/co-writer Alejandro G. Inarritu, cinematographer Emmanuel Lubezki and a vast team of visual effects wizards have created a sensationally vivid and visceral portrait of human endurance under very nearly intolerable conditions; this is a film that makes you quite glad to have been born in a century with insulation and central heating. The combination of stars Leonardo DiCaprio and Tom Hardy, the director and critical enthusiasm in most quarters will make this Fox release a must for audiences in search of cinematic red meat (something the story offers up in abundance, and mostly uncooked), although vegetarians and viewers with otherwise delicate constitutions could spend half their time squirming with their sweaters pulled up over their eyes.

For a director who normally takes several years between films, Inarritu has remarkably turned around his most ambitious physical production within just one year of his awards-laden Birdman. Even the untutored eye would quickly recognize this as the work of the same key talents; The Revenant may use plenty of cuts and is set nearly entirely outdoors, but the fluid, prowling, sometimes gasp-inducing camera moves, along with the great depth of field, are the same. And both films are about men on the brink, in severe extremis, a condition that helps justify and sustain Inarritu's artistic high-wire act. It's Jeremiah Johnson meets Apocalypse Now.

Set in 1823 in the Rockies, less than two decades after Lewis and Clark led their map-altering, continent-opening expedition through the territory, the story is based on actual people whose real names are used in the film as well as in Michael Punke's 2002 novel, upon which the script is quite accurately described as being "based in part." In a way, the biggest difference between the novel and the film is that the former is aided by a map, very specific descriptions of the proximity of rivers, forts and other landmarks, which provide clear indications of how far the gravely injured hero must travel to get to what might pass for civilization in this context but certainly not in any other.
Inarritu shares screenplay credit with Mark L. Smith, whose prior creative endeavors lie in the realm of low-budget horror (Séance, the Vacancy duo, The Hole), and the script immediately ups the story's existential ante by deliberately not revealing how long a journey mountain man Hugh Glass (DiCaprio) might be facing, or whether he has any realistic hope of finding any place with a roof over it. On top of this, any temptation to provide the central character with interior monologues to reveal his anguished thoughts and feelings has been resisted; for most of the running time, he is limited to expressing himself via painful grunts and cries and very heavy breathing.

Their ranks decimated and with winter closing in, the white men decide to head back, which brings on the scene, 25 minutes in, that which no one who sees it will soon forget (and which will certainly pass through the mind of any viewer who in future takes a hike through bear country). While taking a rest in the forest, Glass is charged by a mother grizzly bear. The man injures her with the one shot he gets off from his long-barreled rifle but then can do nothing as the incensed creature slaps, claws, bites, rips open and steps on him with her giant paws before retreating. Beyond the sheer terror she provokes, the bear's behavior is fascinating to observe; for a good while, she sniffs and assesses her adversary closely, both in the manner of a cook judging the seasoning of a dish and a kid deciding about whether to play with a toy any longer. She retreats ... and then comes back for more.

The score by Ryuichi Sakamoto and Alva Noto, with additional music by Bryce Dessner, is effectively ominous and grim.

It has been noted before, but The Revenant indicates, more than any film Lubezki has shot, the influence of the Russian team of director Mikhail Kalatozov and cinematographer Sergei Urusevsky on his work.

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CandyVAJan 27, 2016
It was compelling but not inspiring. Made you appreciate modern conveniences of civilization but I'm not sure if t represents amazing acting by DiCaprio just because his character was torn up so much. There is rage, plenty of agony and pain,It was compelling but not inspiring. Made you appreciate modern conveniences of civilization but I'm not sure if t represents amazing acting by DiCaprio just because his character was torn up so much. There is rage, plenty of agony and pain, but it's not as if he actually endured it. The best performance is by Tom Hardy who I couldn't tell was playing the role until they ran the credits at the end. I was amazed that this actor could transform himself with a heavy southern accent and acting that truly made you hate him. I had seen him play a young Patrick Stewart in a Star Trek movie and couldn't believe this was the same person in this movie. Totally believable as a redneck with a southern twang, when in reality he is English with a heavy English accent. Few actors amaze me like that. Hardy deserves his Oscar nomination and deserves to win, but they'll probably give it to Stallone for sentimental reasons.… Expand
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SEROJFeb 25, 2016
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. MASSIVE SPOILERS!!! I'm a bit shocked how people criticize this movie just because of some "unbelievable" scenes. Why don't you just accept the fact that some people (especially back then) where a lot stronger, immune and natural. Also, the idea of revenge kept him alive for his last mission! It's not very often when i give 10/10, but let me tell you why i'm doing it! This is one of the greatest movies about surviving and revenge! Fitzgerald killed his son, so he killed him! He killed the Grizzly mother, so nature took him (the final breath on the end)! I believe this movie is a true masterpiece and Leo should finally win his Oscar!… Expand
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amohammed1975Mar 6, 2016
Beautifully filmed movie, overall great performances by the actors/actresses. That being said, the movie itself is definitely not the best movie of the year, could have been cut down significantly. In short, The Revenant is way too overhypedBeautifully filmed movie, overall great performances by the actors/actresses. That being said, the movie itself is definitely not the best movie of the year, could have been cut down significantly. In short, The Revenant is way too overhyped for the final product that we get.… Expand
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WheelzFourReelzMar 29, 2016
The Revenant is an unflinching, brutal, hard to watch at times thriller with great performances, breathtaking cinematography, all with natural lighting, and an exhilarating story on revenge. It's a phenomenal movie that finally got Leo hisThe Revenant is an unflinching, brutal, hard to watch at times thriller with great performances, breathtaking cinematography, all with natural lighting, and an exhilarating story on revenge. It's a phenomenal movie that finally got Leo his Oscar. Took him long enough!… Expand
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PipeCFeb 6, 2016
" The Revenant " direct to the Academy Awards.

Why is there betrayal? Has always existed the revenge? What is survival? Does God exist? These are some of the millions of unknowns that the director Alejandro G. Iñárritu allows us to" The Revenant " direct to the Academy Awards.

Why is there betrayal? Has always existed the revenge? What is survival? Does God exist? These are some of the millions of unknowns that the director Alejandro G. Iñárritu allows us to experience with his cinematic gem. "The Revenant" a visceral but artfully delicate piece that surpasses his previous project (Birdman or The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance) and marks a new era in the survival movies.

Based on the 2002 novel by Michael Punke, chronicles the life of a man of the 19th century that after a couple of misfortunes must survive and seek revenge in a risky and hostile, territory, discovering that the more dangerous is not abroad, the more dangerous is where can reach.

It is a survival story, It's an ancient epic, It's a drama, It's a western, It's a teaching and explanation of the spirituality of a human being, It's all. Mark L. Smith and Iñárritu manage to create perfect DNA between a frozen forest and a frosted heart questioning the human potential to its maximum splendor.

Although a little invisible, the spiritual concept of God is often present in the development of the main characters (forgetting the Indians red skin) around the film, hidden in some scenes but in others this fully explicit (the analogy of Hardy between God and the squirrel). Literally this movie is "in the hands of the creator", any being that breath has reflected on their forehead the concept of a God, for Glass his son and his wife, for Fitzgerald a profitable future, for an Indian the loss of his daughter, In general are based on the physical, making stress upon the strong Glass wounds, creating a very temporary container to enter the presence of God. A measure that advances added more and more injuries in the metaphysics of the protagonist, but this only creates more strength in his head.

DiCaprio is the touch of any movie, it has been part of Quentin Tarantino in "Django Unchained", it has given it hand to Martin Scorsese in "The Wolf of Wall Street" but not even "Django" or "Wall Street" or "Titanic" Leonardo has made a physical, mental, psychological and spiritual performance so overwhelming and complicated as did with Alejandro. Walk dragged all the time, eat unimaginable things, murder, fight, pretend, and burn in locations devastated, have few hours of shooting, enduring cold, and experience work more complex (in all senses) of his career.

DiCaprio is a master, even when doing something as simple as a bath naked, rimmed his physical scars and emotional in below-zero temperatures. Will be this the Leonardo year? Hardy has not lost his talent, especially coming from the infernal desert "Mad Max: Fury Road" and the double performance of the gangsters in "Legend". He is alive, again. Hardy takes part to give a bit of testosterone and to demonstrate the customs of the (mostly male) Indians where kill, eat, shoot, hunt and rape was the only thing that could make a few heads, but that well was the 19th century.

Inarritu assassinated our minds, ears, eyes and hearts with a close-up images uncomfortable and bloody but both tense and exciting Open our auditory canals with a battle with arrows, shooting and adrenalin and close our eye focuses with blood, cold and fight. Number of elements are used in the film, forming the perfect union of the director and the crew a product with 12 nominations in the Academy Awards.

"Birdman" most striking point was the apparent recording in only one take, now, the point most visually striking was the Emmanuel Lubezki stunning decision in record fully with natural light for once again generating something new in the Hollywood world.

Auditory and visual accompaniments are perfectly incorporated, resonating strings and the ashes of a campfire is a clear example of the excellent work done by Ryuichi Sakamoto , Alva Noto, and others, having some results quite compelling. It is interesting that if we think, usually all the films nominated for a statuette from the Academy have such cohesion.

DiCaprio, Hardy, Inarritu and the team effort is analogically in the shedding of blood in the Glass front. Alejandro is breaking schemes, limits and stereotypes of Hollywood. It is all proud to see that a Latin American triumph in the most top of the podium. It makes me dream, the show me that it is possible.
"The Revenant" has shattered its competitors and Gonzales stands out more and more, but, Have already done so with "Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance)"? "The Revenant" closes a year deepest with a flourish, being terribly shocking and perfect, visceral, tremendous, real, spiritual, human, natural, exceptional. And care!

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crow4evaJan 28, 2016
This movie was just great! From the start to the finish. The more I see of DiCaprio and Tom Hardy the more I fall in love with them. Angelina Jolie, take a look at how a movie is REALLY made!!
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TheWhoDoctorJan 21, 2016
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The Revenant performed in ways I couldn't imagine,it was well paced for the most part, the story drove me to the edge of my seat,and it processed amazing scenery. I felt that the film had great character development as well, like I felt like I was really attached to Leos character. we see him fight off bears and survive countless times in situations that would definitely kill a normal human being. That was a downpoint of the film because the bear attack would have paralyzed Leos character for sure, let alone him being able to walk,crawl,swim,or basic activities a person has to do to survive. I overlooked this mistake though since it was when the main plot was introduced into the story, that this might be one of my favorite films of 2016 so far. Leos son gets murdered by Tom Hardy's character(Fitzgerald), and throughout the film,DiCaprio, struggles to survive but is influenced by revenge that he pushes through. The only thing about this movie is that it was really great film, but its defiantly a one time watch and a MUST SEE.… Expand
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BikerjamesJan 19, 2016
First and foremost, it's great to see Native Americans in a film again. Not sure why we only see Native Americans in period pieces, but I'll take it. The soundtrack for this film is exemplary. Music and sounds that enhance the movieFirst and foremost, it's great to see Native Americans in a film again. Not sure why we only see Native Americans in period pieces, but I'll take it. The soundtrack for this film is exemplary. Music and sounds that enhance the movie experience rather than detract from it like most movies. The cinematography is breathtaking. The acting is great throughout and DiCaprio might even be upstaged by Tom Hardy's excellent portrayal. Although I've never witnessed an actual bear attack, this one looked realistic enough to make it very uncomfortable to watch. The battles also looked realistic. There are a few things in the film that didn't work for me, especially the posse at the end composed of only two people going after the bad guy, and whether or not someone could actually survive the freezing cold in his condition, but overall I enjoyed the film.… Expand
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AxeTJan 20, 2016
Gripping, visceral, brutally violent, unforgiving realism. As expected DiCaprio is superb as is Tom Hardy. Leo's performance is as great and Oscar worthy as his last in the other end of the spectrum urbane "The Wolf of Wall Street" (I rateGripping, visceral, brutally violent, unforgiving realism. As expected DiCaprio is superb as is Tom Hardy. Leo's performance is as great and Oscar worthy as his last in the other end of the spectrum urbane "The Wolf of Wall Street" (I rate 10 and best of 2013), and the best scene in that movie had him crawling along the ground which I thought was good practice for all his crawling on the ground in this. As for Hardy, I've seen him in half a dozen major movies now and I still do not know what he really looks like, what he really sounds like or who the hell he really is! Talk about a chameleon.
This film is much more experiential than conventional movie. I also couldn't help but think of the films of Terrence Malick in the way he visually and sonically puts the audience into the setting in a way unlike any other and creates the experience via purely cinematic means with little if any dialogue. Malick's work however poetic is short on plot (often to its great detriment), and so is this to an extent. There is no question the filmmakers here are influenced by his work, which is not to say they aren't original in their own right. This movie is stunningly photographed and expertly edited. The score is subtlety, hauntingly effective without being over-bearing. The surround sound is more pronounced than in most movies, even the biggest. The visual effects are of perhaps the best variety, you don't even realize the extent to which you are seeing them. There is a marked punctual intensity to the action that is disturbingly effective and a wonder to how they orchestrated it all.

If sentimentality is the enemy of great art, and this film is low on sentiment but not devoid of it, then does a higher amount of sentimentality ruin a movie? It is a very fine line. "Dances with Wolves" (rating 10) came to mind while watching this as it's the same kind of story, same broad period, and also features great awesome spanning western landscapes. To me that was the very best a big Hollywood movie can be because it got me completely swept up in the emotion of it. It's ultimately always emotion that wins at the end of the day. Emotion is art's greatest aspiration and achievement. While there is some here certainly brought forth by the fine actors, it's not the kind of emotional experience that stayed with me long after leaving the theatre which is ultimately the only true test of a great movie whether it's funny and you're telling jokes about it later or haunted in your sleep thereafter. I'm not saying it hasn't stayed with me, just that it's scaled comparatively to what I know is possible.
Another movie this made me think of was "First Blood" (10) in that it features a similar kind of relentless chase for the duration and a will to survive against the harshest environment and maybe even harsher people.

Note to filmmakers: Look at this film style wise in how it uses a moving camera. The camera is almost constantly moving in rugged exterior environments yet is always smooth. It isn't shaky even amidst rough, intense action. It's called steadicam and there is never, ever any excuse if you have any kind of budget to have that stupid shaky handheld camera style! It is only acceptable used as POV and for short durations, not as style for an entire feature! As I continually rant, our eyes do not see that way contrary to the mentality of those who choose that method, so it is not more real but less so! You can cut fast but don't ever go both handheld shaky and cut it to ribbons for extra intensity when really all you are doing is losing the viewer in something that can't be followed and is subliminally known to be cheated (like the second two Bourne movies which someday will appear very dated I believe). It's not more effective, it's ineffective. Let this 'action' movie even if not the most frenetic possible be the example.… Expand
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dinojay2Feb 3, 2016
Unbelievably gripping tale of survival, betrayal and ingenuity. The violence managed to be both disturbing and completely natural at the same time. One of the few movies that can pull off more than 150 minutes without even seeming long.
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podunk411Feb 6, 2016
The shots and direction are amazing, the plot is thin, DiCaprio's performance is great, many of the trials Glass goes through seem a little contrived to one-up the last thing he survived, but overall I still liked The Revenant. Worth seeingThe shots and direction are amazing, the plot is thin, DiCaprio's performance is great, many of the trials Glass goes through seem a little contrived to one-up the last thing he survived, but overall I still liked The Revenant. Worth seeing in the theater for sure.… Expand
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chidimeApr 2, 2016
Absolutely fantastic. One of the few movies I've watched in recent times that got me fully immersed. Very realistic too, with uninterruptive and amazing acting, especially, of course, from the Wolf of Wall Street himself. Kudos!
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RudigerXFeb 13, 2016
The cinematography of this film was wonderful. The performances were excellent and had me feeling like I was truly watching a life and death struggle in a different time. I was especially enthralled whenever the Indians were involved, theirThe cinematography of this film was wonderful. The performances were excellent and had me feeling like I was truly watching a life and death struggle in a different time. I was especially enthralled whenever the Indians were involved, their dress and makeup was exactly how I have always imagined them look. There was little joy in this film and it presented me with a constant feeling of uneasiness. I loved it. Leo was especially excellent and his performance is one I will not forget. I did feel at times it was hard to understand what was being said but that may have been the audio in the cinema.… Expand
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FarhanFirozApr 5, 2016
I was speechless after seeing this movie, it blew me away. Alejandro González Iñárritu has proved that he is not a one hit wonder with this movie. The cinematography is the best I’ve seen all year with great single shots instead of cuttingI was speechless after seeing this movie, it blew me away. Alejandro González Iñárritu has proved that he is not a one hit wonder with this movie. The cinematography is the best I’ve seen all year with great single shots instead of cutting scenes. The natural lightning used in the movie was just beautiful to look at and made the movie viewing experience great. Leonardo DiCaprio‘s performance in this movie hands down the best performance of the year and his career. If he doesn’t win the Oscar then no one will. The other performances were great. I was really fascinated with the gore aspect of this movie it felt more realistic than any other R-rated movie. The score of the movie is brilliant. The only issue I have with the movie was that it’s a slow paced movie and I’d have loved to see more of Hugh Glass’ backstory.
In the end The Revenant is one of the best movies of this year. I recommend everyone to watch this movie just for Leonardo DiCaprio’s performance .… Expand
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AlignmentGSMar 7, 2016
The cinematography and the compelling performances by Leonardo DiCaprio and Tom Hardy, in particular, make this a must see movie. The believable and simple storyline coupled with great character acting and cinematography that gives you feelThe cinematography and the compelling performances by Leonardo DiCaprio and Tom Hardy, in particular, make this a must see movie. The believable and simple storyline coupled with great character acting and cinematography that gives you feel of being truly in the action, sweeping scenery and limited but to the point dialogue, makes this an uncluttered movie experience.

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PrashunMar 4, 2016
After watching this film on the big screen, my second time overall, I was still in awe of this beautiful looking film. It's SO GORGEOUS, sure the film has it's other strong suits but the direction (Inarittu) and cinematography (Lubezki), twoAfter watching this film on the big screen, my second time overall, I was still in awe of this beautiful looking film. It's SO GORGEOUS, sure the film has it's other strong suits but the direction (Inarittu) and cinematography (Lubezki), two categories it won Oscars in, is so overwhelming I couldn't understand why a certain section of the audience did not find this a good watch. It is a very old school film it has this strong 70's vibe where the story is not told and is left for you to figure out. I watched this with a friend who did not enjoy this as much and suggested that the movie would have been better if DiCaprio's character Hugh Glass narrated in the film and spelled out his ordeals to the audience. I called my friend a pleb because I am a high and mighty jerk like that but on a serious note while a narration would have helped with the casual audience, it would also promote spoon feeding hand holding which has become the norm of today's films. The performances were great and a movie like this falls apart if the performances are not good they are the only thing connecting the audience to the film. Well deserved Oscar for DiCaprio, arguably career best performance from him, Tom Hardy was great too shame no Oscar though, some scenes were so intense I could feel it taking a mental toll on me of which the bear mauling scene was on the forefront. Overall a very visceral movie which used only natural light while filming and will stand the test of time, something which this year's winner Spotlight cannot claim.… Expand
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CaliColoradoMar 27, 2016
Wow... this movie provided spectacular scenes. It was very well done from almost every aspect of its creation. The viewer is given a look at life during the early 1800's ...survival at its core. I personally walked out towards the end of theWow... this movie provided spectacular scenes. It was very well done from almost every aspect of its creation. The viewer is given a look at life during the early 1800's ...survival at its core. I personally walked out towards the end of the movie (the violence actually got to me) ...but I felt the movie was beautiful in so many other ways. The acting, the cinematography (many of the onscreen visuals were amazing) ...all in all ...this a great movie (with a great actor... Leonardo put's himself into his characters). Bravo.… Expand
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LepstrungFeb 27, 2016
If DiCaprio doesnt win oscar from this film then he will never win. Great movie and great acting. I really liked the story it was interesting and good.
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JSkellingtonJan 31, 2016
I really liked the movie, the shots were amazing, it looked like a LoTR production. In my opinion, the action was too slow paced, but it surely was a really good movie. It's a pretty long movie 2h 36 minutes so yeah, with a slow paced action,I really liked the movie, the shots were amazing, it looked like a LoTR production. In my opinion, the action was too slow paced, but it surely was a really good movie. It's a pretty long movie 2h 36 minutes so yeah, with a slow paced action, at the 2 hours mark, it started to get a little bit boring and I got tired.

Overall good movie, good actors, good costumes and beautiful scenery, just too slow paced again. 9/10… Expand
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mcgolf12Feb 7, 2016
Having not watched many films, I was hesitant to see this one purely because of the length. Leo is always spot on with his roles and did not disappoint this novice movie-goer. Lasting impressions from this movie were great purely because theHaving not watched many films, I was hesitant to see this one purely because of the length. Leo is always spot on with his roles and did not disappoint this novice movie-goer. Lasting impressions from this movie were great purely because the entire story was contained in the film and there weren't any loose ends to think about while leaving the theaters. Would I recommend this to another? Yes. There were a few parts that lost my attention, but there were also equally as many parts of the movie that I would like to see again to make sure I didn't miss anything.… Expand
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skcFeb 13, 2016
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Great movie! Thoroughly enjoyed the plot, setting and an outstanding performance by DiCaprio...However, I was a little disappointed with the ending but besides that the movie was a well-polished gripping movie.… Expand
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220DropTineFeb 29, 2016
This is literally my most favorite movie in existence. There is an argument on weather or not this man actually went through all of these trials. I personally believe it was very possible that he did. The will of the human spirit is neverThis is literally my most favorite movie in existence. There is an argument on weather or not this man actually went through all of these trials. I personally believe it was very possible that he did. The will of the human spirit is never understood. Either way I really don't care because the movie itself is incredible.… Expand
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InglouriousAndyApr 13, 2016
'The Revenant" is an utter triumph of both filmmaking and the human spirit. Leonardo DiCaprio and Tom Hardy are electrifying. The cinematography by Chivo is stunning and chilling. This is Alejandro G. Inarritu's best film, and the best film'The Revenant" is an utter triumph of both filmmaking and the human spirit. Leonardo DiCaprio and Tom Hardy are electrifying. The cinematography by Chivo is stunning and chilling. This is Alejandro G. Inarritu's best film, and the best film of the decade.… Expand
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TinoTrivinoJan 1, 2016
I never understood some critics, they give a positive rating to Star War Force awakens, although it was so bad, it could be a simple tv movie, only the users gave it what it deserves a negative rating, but for the Masterpiece The Revenant theI never understood some critics, they give a positive rating to Star War Force awakens, although it was so bad, it could be a simple tv movie, only the users gave it what it deserves a negative rating, but for the Masterpiece The Revenant the users are the only people who rated it positive while the critics not... really something is wrong here. This is a Masterpiece of Cinema, so such Movie i didnt see since Interstellar...

Thank You Iñaritu, you are the best example how spanish filmmakers know their arts and Disney/Hollywood sucks!… Expand
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CogentlemanDec 29, 2015
One of the most engrossing, riveting cinematic experiences I've ever witnessed, this film is an absolute wonder to bask in for 2 and a half hours. The cinematography, acting, sets, characters, and atmosphere feel so immersive that I thinkOne of the most engrossing, riveting cinematic experiences I've ever witnessed, this film is an absolute wonder to bask in for 2 and a half hours. The cinematography, acting, sets, characters, and atmosphere feel so immersive that I think this movie should really leave its mark in movie history, it really feels like there is so much it does that pushes the art of cinema forward. The story is simple and straightforward, but its all about the incredible journey you take, not the destination.… Expand
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AxgrinderJan 9, 2016
It can be difficult to show off your acting chops in a movie with minimal dialogue, but Leonardo DiCaprio reminds us that physical acting is an art onto itself, and gives a solid performance. The lack of dialogue is also a nuanced plotIt can be difficult to show off your acting chops in a movie with minimal dialogue, but Leonardo DiCaprio reminds us that physical acting is an art onto itself, and gives a solid performance. The lack of dialogue is also a nuanced plot device used to establish an unspoken maxim: The bad guys talk more than the good guys. Tom Hardy makes an excellent bad guy, but the dialogue he has been given (God as a squirrel) sometimes just doesn’t work very well, and maybe it’s for the best that there isn’t more of it.

The season of the film is winter, and the sun rarely shines on any of the majestic background shots. The weather is not the only thing that is bleak. Set in the American frontier, the movie is a vivid reminder not only of the devastation that early hunters/trappers wreaked on wildlife and the Native American way of life, but the brutality that frontiersmen and Native American Indians visited on each other.

Except for the scene in which DiCaprio is attacked by a bear, the story - written by director Alejandro Inarritu (Birdman) - fails to captivate. DiCaprio’s relentless desire for vengeance and his never-ending struggle to survive weigh heavily on the film’s mood. Overlay a portrayal of frontier life as totally joyless for all who live and things get downright depressing. Top it all off with a “mixed-result” ending, and a lengthy run-time of 2hrs 45 mins and you have a movie that’s a bit of a grind.… Expand
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csw12Jan 23, 2016
The first hour of the revenant is very good with one of the best scenes in a movie this year but by the second hour it becomes a drag. Great cinematography and strong performance by Dicaprio help push the film for its nearly 3 hour length.
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samichsupernovaJan 10, 2016
Beautiful. Gritty. Brutal. Gripping. I couldn't take my eyes off this movie. All the hellish conditions undergone by the cast and crew while shooting in sequential order and using only natural lighting really paid off with one of the mostBeautiful. Gritty. Brutal. Gripping. I couldn't take my eyes off this movie. All the hellish conditions undergone by the cast and crew while shooting in sequential order and using only natural lighting really paid off with one of the most harrowing cinematic experiences ever (as far as I'm concerned). Though some of the wide-angle shots remind you that you're watching a film, the emphasis on realism is absolutely transporting. Some of the best action scenes are shot entirely with one take as well which adds to their immediacy. The performances by DiCaprio and Hardy are top-notch and both truly disappear into their roles. Can't recommend this enough. Lubezki's cinematography... it must have been such hell getting some of those shots. This is Inarritu's best work by far, beating out the gimmicky "Birdman" and the visionary but depressing "Babel". A true gem of cinema and easily among the top 3 films of 2015. Go see it in the best theater possible!!… Expand
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smsandiferJan 18, 2016
Good solid entertainment. Gritty, graphic, and lots of drama and emotion. Not a perfect movie, but very well done! Beautiful scenery, epic action, and some serious acting!
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crsharpe2Jan 18, 2016
This is overall a great movie, worth checking out in the theaters, but is not without it's flaws. The biggest positives are the amazing cinematography, and acting by Leo, Hardy and others. Leo will probably get an Oscar for hisThis is overall a great movie, worth checking out in the theaters, but is not without it's flaws. The biggest positives are the amazing cinematography, and acting by Leo, Hardy and others. Leo will probably get an Oscar for his performance. There are several very memorable and moving scenes, particularly during the first 60 minutes. The CGI bear scene was very well done. Also, the movie has the "feel" of being historically accurate.

The negatives have been well covered by the professional critics for the most part. The movie seems to try too hard to hit an emotional pitch, but kinda falls flat. There are too many flashback scenes and long (albeit beautiful) shots that never really do what they intend to do. The plot was a bit predictable, and I found the end to be a unsatisfying overall.… Expand
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Brent_MarchantJan 8, 2016
A beautifully filmed, technically proficient but decidedly bloated frontier tale that's thin on plot and character development and long on graphic violence. The fine performances by Leonardo DiCaprio, Dohmnall Gleeson and (especially) TomA beautifully filmed, technically proficient but decidedly bloated frontier tale that's thin on plot and character development and long on graphic violence. The fine performances by Leonardo DiCaprio, Dohmnall Gleeson and (especially) Tom Hardy help to paper over some of these shortcomings, but the film definitely would have benefited from some judicious editing, a tighter script and a little less directorial ego. As many critics have said, this is an easy film to admire but not one that's easy to like; I concur wholeheartedly.… Expand
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bghofflerJan 9, 2016
This was one of the best movies I have seen in years. Decaprio and Hardy put on superb performances in their respective roles. The story was captivating. The cinematography was sublime. My pick for best picture.
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silvercultureJan 6, 2016
The story has a lot holes and predictable, but the film is saved by the incredible cinematography. I really enjoyed the long shots that showed the entire scene in one single shot, very unique and astonishing. DiCaprio was committed to hisThe story has a lot holes and predictable, but the film is saved by the incredible cinematography. I really enjoyed the long shots that showed the entire scene in one single shot, very unique and astonishing. DiCaprio was committed to his role but the faulty story is not strong enough to make him win an Oscar.… Expand
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Movie1997Dec 25, 2015
Coming off the success of "Birdman", Alejandro Gonzalez Inarritu delivers with easily the most gritty film you will see this year. First off, this movie is incredibly gorgeous. From its beyond beautiful cinematography to its gorgeousComing off the success of "Birdman", Alejandro Gonzalez Inarritu delivers with easily the most gritty film you will see this year. First off, this movie is incredibly gorgeous. From its beyond beautiful cinematography to its gorgeous locations, it's a real cinematic movie that traps you in this environment. The cast (particularly the two leads) is fantastic. Tom Hardy gives arguably the best performance of his career in my opinion. He's an antagonist with layers and even brought unpredictability to his character. But Leonardo DiCaprio, is what you go to see. Saying that he gives a great performance is an understatement. He is Hugh Glass. Not once did I think to myself that I'm watching Leo give a performance. He felt like a real person! Maybe it's not my favorite performance of his but it's beyond damn good to say the least. I loved that it was a revenge story and one that makes you clinch your fists during the big combat sequences. You feel the brutality! And you feel Hugh Glass wanting to seek his revenge. It even has really good pace for a two and a half hour long movie. I never got bored because there was always something at stake. I will say that the very end felt a little too ambiguous for its own good. Other than that, I believe you have a strong contender for best picture at the oscars. Overall, it's a brutally beautiful movie with grit and heart pounding intensity. I'm going to give "The Revenant" an A!… Expand
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ReubenIsAGodJan 26, 2016
I reallllllyyyy liked this film. Gosh darn it's so beautiful and the story, while being a little plain, definitely was something very memorable. I just love this guys films and can't wait to see what he does next *cant wait for the next viewing*
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TheHonestJackJan 25, 2016
Realistically heavy in gore, sweeping in the spectacle of its scenery, and featuring great performances by the cast, namely Leonardo Dicaprio, the Revenant delivers both as a striking story of survival, and a tale of revenge.
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killer_101796Jan 3, 2016
This movie should win a award. It was fantastic, one of the best movie's i've seen in awhile. It leaves you spell bound through out the movie, everyone i've to loves this movie.
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Movie-Freak-KKJan 9, 2016
Thank You director Alejandro G Inaritu. You made my two and a half hour, i mean entire life, utterly fulfilling,
This is probably the most good looking film i have ever seen. Everything about this movie is Oscar-worthy. The cinematography (Thank You director Alejandro G Inaritu. You made my two and a half hour, i mean entire life, utterly fulfilling,
This is probably the most good looking film i have ever seen. Everything about this movie is Oscar-worthy. The cinematography ( lingering long shots ), the performances delivered by Dicaprio, Hardy and even Poulter, the score, the action sequences, the emotion , the message.....This movie is flawless. Go and witness the birth of a new-born masterpiece… Expand
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BloomMNDec 26, 2015
First and foremost, the cinematography in this movie is masterful, and it's one of the most beautiful pieces of Cinema I have ever seen. Thats honestly not even debatable, this movie is world class in the beauty department. Its hard to notFirst and foremost, the cinematography in this movie is masterful, and it's one of the most beautiful pieces of Cinema I have ever seen. Thats honestly not even debatable, this movie is world class in the beauty department. Its hard to not enjoy a movie presented with such overwhelming views, the directing is wonderful as well and the unique ways of capturing tense scenes and using only natural lighting was a win. DiCaprio is solid, and his commitment to the role made the journey worthwhile. The story is simple enough, its not meant to be mindblowing or even clever, its just meant to be a journey. Its unrelenting and vicious. The bear scene in particular and the wounds close up after the fact is hard to watch, but its the realness of the actions/consequences that make it such a great piece of cinema, all the ingredients put together seamlessly throw you into the wild along with all the characters.… Expand
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MUIZZKJan 9, 2016
This movie is what is called a true 'Masterpiece' A great Movie for all Ages. Action,Drama,Thrill,Adventure This movie has it all.Tom Hardy's Performance,Great! Leo's Performance Even Better!. This is Like
Well this movie should be named ManThis movie is what is called a true 'Masterpiece' A great Movie for all Ages. Action,Drama,Thrill,Adventure This movie has it all.Tom Hardy's Performance,Great! Leo's Performance Even Better!. This is Like
Well this movie should be named Man v/s Wild. Give Leo him Oscar Already! This is clearly the best film of 2016 maybe even the Decade.… Expand
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TVJerryJan 12, 2016
Leonardo DiCaprio plays a hunter/tracker whose encounter with a bear is only the beginning of his struggle for survival in the frigid American northwest of the 1800s. This brutal journey is intensified by director Alejandro GonzálezLeonardo DiCaprio plays a hunter/tracker whose encounter with a bear is only the beginning of his struggle for survival in the frigid American northwest of the 1800s. This brutal journey is intensified by director Alejandro González Iñárritu’s masterful vision for capturing the harshness of nature and malevolence of men. Some of the sequences are technically astounding. Add to that the incredible scenery and immensely beautiful (mostly available light) cinematography by Emmanuel Lubezki. DiCaprio suffers with extreme commitment, but it’s the almost unrecognizable Tom Hardy, whose menacing villain is the acting standout. Even with the 3-hour running time, the intensity never slacks and the skillful storytelling creates a harshly compelling cinematic tour de force.… Expand
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MattBrady99Jan 11, 2016
"My heart bleeds. But revenge is in the creator's hands".

The Revenant is set in the 1820s, in the uncharted wilderness of America, Hugh Glass set out with a hunting party on an expedition. Glass was mauled by a bear and left for dead but"My heart bleeds. But revenge is in the creator's hands".

The Revenant is set in the 1820s, in the uncharted wilderness of America, Hugh Glass set out with a hunting party on an expedition. Glass was mauled by a bear and left for dead but through sheer will and to get back to his family, Glass survived - but that wasn't the only thing on his mind as he set out to payback the men who left him behind.

I remember last year around January time when I saw the two images for The Revenant, with Leo holding a Kentucky Flintlock Rifle looking like he's not playing around. Just by those two images caught my interest. I then found out it was directed by the magnificent Alejandro González Iñárritu who did the Oscar wining "Birdman" (A movie that I personal loved). The Revenant quickly became my most anticipated movie of 2015, as I was looking forward to this movie more than Star Wars, and yes I said it. And after finally seeing the movie myself, I can safely say that I was not disappointed. The Revenant is one of the most stunning, brutal, intense, grizzly movie experience I've ever had. The movie isn't for everyone, but I loved it.

Alejandro González Iñárritu is starting to become my 3rd favorite director working today, because he's such an old school director when it comes to storytelling by the use of art. There's been a lot of drama happening behind the scenes of this movie, with the weather stopping the production or if someone made a mistake while filming, the crew must stop for the day and wait until tomorrow, because one mistake could lose a lot of day light for a scene (It was shot in natural lighting). One of the studios suggested that the movie should be shot using computer generated to make things much easier, but luckily Iñárritu said no to the idea by stating, "If we ended up in greenscreen with coffee and everybody having a good time, everybody will be happy, but most likely the film would be a piece of **** And after seeing the movie I gotta say that it was the perfect decision, because it's very rare for a director today to take that risk and avoid what the studio says. Yes there are some CGI scenes, but the way that the animated effect's blended together with the practical effect's is handled incredibly well. This is one of the best directed I've seen in 2015 and I know Iñárritu already won an Oscar already, but I hope he wins another one for this, because never before have I seen a revenge tale presented so unique and utterly magnificent.

I respect Leonardo DiCaprio as an actor, but in this movie, he sleeps inside of a dead horse naked and eats raw food from animals, now if this doesn't get him an Oscar, nothing will. He's performance in this movie is what a call ''a silent performance'', because Leo barley has that much lines in the movie and the only time he dose get to talk is in a different language (Which Leo has said it was tricky to learn the language). DiCaprio has proven time and time again that he's more than the pretty face actor, but in this movie I only saw Hugh Glass, not DiCaprio. That's my biggest praise I have to give to Leo as he had to deliver all the emotions, the pain, the tortured soul that Hugh Glass was and it's all through his face and eyes, and trust me when I say this but it's not easy as you think. We are so use to seeing Leo as the angry, pretty boy billionaire in every movie he's in, but in this movie I thought he was fantastic, as he played the man who lost everything and the tortured soul that Hugh was as a person was. With very little lines he had, he still manages to make a powerful performance that's so far his best. I really hope Leo gets an Oscar for this.

Tom Hardy also gave an Oscar worthy performance in this movie. I've heard that some people had trouble understanding him in this movie (Or just in everything that he's in really). Sometimes I didn't understand what he said but most of the time I did. But all that a side, I still think he was fantastic in the movie. He really added a lot to his character, because sometimes you understand the things that he dose in movie and yes the things he dose in the movie are wrong, but in a rough environment that these people are in, you would likely do the same. I'm not sure if he would get in for best supporting actor, but I hope he dose.

I'm running out of things to say about Emmanuel Lubezki breathtaking cinematography. The camera work and how he makes the camera feel like a character of it's own is seriously impressive. Lubezki captures nature on film, that shows it's beauty and it's unpredictable surprises. The people running the Oscars should just give Lubezki his third Oscar right now, because he's going to take that third trophy home.

Now for the flaws and there's not that many for me: Some of the character logic towards the end of the movie didn't make that much senses to me, and that's really it.

Overall The Revenant is one of most intense, stunning, brutal movies I've seen in 2015. The score is haunting, the editing was top notch and that bear attack scene was just terrifying, I mean how the hell did they do that?. I don't know about you, but I honestly can't stop thinking about this movie. It's one of those movies that sticks with you after it's over and it isn't going away anytime soon.… Expand
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FilmPhonicJan 19, 2016
Already racking up wins and nominations on the awards circuit this year, it’s safe to say that ‘The Revenant’ is one of the best films of the last 12 months, another cinematic triumph for Mexican director Alejandro González Iñárritu’s and hisAlready racking up wins and nominations on the awards circuit this year, it’s safe to say that ‘The Revenant’ is one of the best films of the last 12 months, another cinematic triumph for Mexican director Alejandro González Iñárritu’s and his team.

This visually stunning, uncompromising and often brutal revenge story and survival tale is based on the extraordinary experiences of early 19th century fur trapper and “mountain man” Hugh Glass, with plenty of dramatic license taken of course, but it also doubles as a compelling little history lesson with a clear subtext of ecological conservation.

After all, the North American fur trade was a global industry which preceded the gold & oil rush, and which had a clear impact on its environment, an early example on the damaging effects of capitalism which would become much clearer with the imminent American industrial revolution.

Beyond a tale of survival and revenge, this is an early 19th century narrative dealing with “First Nations” and the treatment of indigenous peoples by the colonizing Europeans, but rather refreshingly, ‘The Revenant’ doesn’t sugar-coat the existing complex relationships between the native peoples of North America and the brutality involved.

Much will be made about breaking the so-called “snubbing” of Leonardo DiCaprio at the Oscars, but any acclaim directed his way is well deserved as he delivers a committed performance that’s intentionally often hard to watch but impossible to ignore. Not to mention a strong supporting cast, with Tom Hardy as the antagonist of the piece particularly catching the eye.

Iñárritu and cinematographer extraordinaire Emmanuel “Chivo” Lubezki’s insistence on using only natural light and the film’s long production time, coupled with the logistical nightmare of location shooting in such a beautiful but unforgiving environment, all conspire to place ‘The Revenant’ pretty high on the list of most gruelling movie shoots.

But that pain is up on the screen for all to see and is crucial to both the narrative and the very feel of the film, the result is visceral and striking, a real triumph of naturalistic filmmaking. Perfectly captured by constantly moving cameras, signature long tracking shots and low angle close-ups that give ‘The Revenant’ a real sense of urgency.

In fact the film feels like Iñárritu co-opted the cast and crew to take some great voyage of discovery to understand the people they were portraying, men who lived on the edge of survival in inhospitable and barely discovered lands on the frontiers of North America nearly 200 years ago, and of whom very little is known much less written.

The Bottom Line…
Alejandro González Iñárritu’s fascinating evolution as a filmmaker continues with this remarkable tale of survival, revenge and redemption, ‘The Revenant’ is a visceral and engrossing cinematic experience that deserves all the praise it gets.… Expand
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NicoteenJan 22, 2016
"The Revenant is a good movie, but i had to high expectations, so in the end it was a little disappointing and never as good like Birdman. But give Leo this Oscar!!!"

+ (positive) : - intro / intro battle - brutal, hard, rough scenes -"The Revenant is a good movie, but i had to high expectations, so in the end it was a little disappointing and never as good like Birdman. But give Leo this Oscar!!!"

+ (positive) :
- intro / intro battle
- brutal, hard, rough scenes
- great setting
- Leonardo DiCaprio's performance
- brutal survival scenes
- cinematic
- fight scenes

- (negative) :
- rare dialogues
- far to long survival scenes
- so much potential
- mid-part

GENRE RATING: 8.1
OVERALL RATING: 7.2… Expand
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robert21Dec 25, 2015
Very good film all made great director and camera work especially well oktery Leonardo DiCaprio and Tom Hardy played their characters very well and I hope Leonardo DiCaprio get your Oscar
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RichardGonciDec 25, 2015
As an award-winning director of CG animation myself, the bear-mauling scene is worth the price of admission alone. Stunning work. And, while I have not always been a fan of Leonardo DiCaprio, he does put in a fine performance here. Tom HardyAs an award-winning director of CG animation myself, the bear-mauling scene is worth the price of admission alone. Stunning work. And, while I have not always been a fan of Leonardo DiCaprio, he does put in a fine performance here. Tom Hardy captures the ambivalence of malice. His is a Shakespearian character writ in grit. To say that the film is gorgeous to look at does a disservice to the creators. Every frame is a painting. The unalloyed brutality that runs through the film reinforces the sense of the folly of man... very relevant to the time in which we now live.… Expand
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