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ydnar4Jan 22, 2015

I was expecting more from Unbroken, I guess its hard to have high expectations for a director with such little experience. Angelina Jolie is directing her first big film with Unbroken. The movie had a lot of hype but it didn't impress me. TheI was expecting more from Unbroken, I guess its hard to have high expectations for a director with such little experience. Angelina Jolie is directing her first big film with Unbroken. The movie had a lot of hype but it didn't impress me. The movie was too long and there were long periods of time where nothing exciting was happening. I didn't care much for the cast either. Jack O'Connell is still a young actor but I felt that his role needed a better performance. Takamasa Ishihara was very strong as the main antagonist in the film. He was certainly good at making me hate him. Overall this film could have been a lot better.… Expand

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JamesLJan 4, 2015

Angelina botched this film. It had no inspiration, left out the last part of his life which was what I was looking to see. Instead I was stuck with what seemed like stock war film footage of being stranded at sea and brutality at a JapaneseAngelina botched this film. It had no inspiration, left out the last part of his life which was what I was looking to see. Instead I was stuck with what seemed like stock war film footage of being stranded at sea and brutality at a Japanese POW camp. How many times have you see that already? Did she run out of budget and couldn't tell the post war part of life? What she did show was flat and motionless, no peaks, no valleys. A major disappointment.… Expand

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SmoothrunnerNov 21, 2015

First of all I must admit, that I'm not a fan of Angelina Jolie. In fact, I never liked her. Moreover, after reading some negative reviews here I didn't expect much from her movie. However Zamperini's story (about whom I never heard before)First of all I must admit, that I'm not a fan of Angelina Jolie. In fact, I never liked her. Moreover, after reading some negative reviews here I didn't expect much from her movie. However Zamperini's story (about whom I never heard before) interested me, so I decided to spend couple of hours of my life watching "Unbroken".

And I was really surprised - first hour of the movie is wonderful, both visually and substantively. I felt effect of presence in depicted scenes - in the bomber, falling apart from fighters fire, under the scorching sun on a raft with starving men lost in the Pacific Ocean. Second movie's part failed to hold the level. It is still well made, but something was missed there - some intensity or nerve - yet "it" was found again near the end of the movie. And it shed light on why the Bird refused to met Zamperini again. In the end, the one who was broken, was "breaker" Watanabe, not his victim. It was the Bird, who didn't dare to watch in Zamperini's eyes. Good point from Jolie and new, practical perspective on Christian doctrine of forgiveness. Well, where credit is due it must be given. So credit to Jolie.… Expand

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AaronMJan 6, 2015

This movie definitely deserves a positive review. It's a mixture of everything good: It relateable on a historical level, personal level, emotional and spiritual level. I won't say more, but that the movie is worth seeing.

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TheQuietGamerMay 12, 2015

Angelina shows real talent in her second film as director. Based on the true events surrounding Louie Zampirini during WW2, "Unbroken" acts a testament to human strength and willpower. It shows that even during the worst of scenarios so longAngelina shows real talent in her second film as director. Based on the true events surrounding Louie Zampirini during WW2, "Unbroken" acts a testament to human strength and willpower. It shows that even during the worst of scenarios so long as one can persevere they can overcome. Or, as the film puts it, "if you can take it you can make it."

The horror of his captivity in a Japanese POW camp as well as the hopelessness of being lost at sea. It's resourcefulness and shear strength that kept him going and it's just uplifting to watch. It doesn't show anything about how these events effected him after the war. Instead it chooses to focus on the more empowering aspects of his story.

What might be Jolie's biggest success with this movie is in the casting of newcomer Jack O'Connell as the lead. He might not show the necessary emotions during some of the earlier scenes, but as the events kick off we see him play a character who is weary and withered, but somehow still strong to near-perfection.

It's a war drama that takes place during a familiar period, but still manages to be fresh and enjoyable thanks to a great story. Some might find disappointment in the fact that it doesn't capture all of the man's life, but if you keep in mind this is meant to be both a biographical movie as well as one meant for entertaining a wider audience then you should still enjoy it.

I give "Unbroken" a 9.2/10.… Expand

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csw12Jan 8, 2015

An uninspiring sluggish film that has corniness written all over it. Jolie rushes through the early life of the man, shows the guy living through hell and ends on a flat note. What Zamperini went through was a tragedy and sadly was the wayAn uninspiring sluggish film that has corniness written all over it. Jolie rushes through the early life of the man, shows the guy living through hell and ends on a flat note. What Zamperini went through was a tragedy and sadly was the way this film was made.… Expand

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LowbrowCinemaJan 18, 2015

After a relatively slow and uninteresting start, that is both trite and dull, UNBROKEN really takes off and becomes quite a stunner. The film does something so rare--combining the horror of war as experienced by it's victims and theAfter a relatively slow and uninteresting start, that is both trite and dull, UNBROKEN really takes off and becomes quite a stunner. The film does something so rare--combining the horror of war as experienced by it's victims and the victimization of it's villains. This brutal film, does an astonishing job of depicting both the courage of man and our petty evil. Angelina Jolie has made a fine and complex film that seems glossy and "Hollywood" on the surface but is actually something quite different underneath. Like Jolie's first film, THE LAND OF BLOOD AND HONEY, there is a humanity so strong it will haunt you.… Expand

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horcrux2007Nov 11, 2015

The non-fiction novel Unbroken: A World War II Story of Survival, Resilience, and Redemption is an incredibly riveting, moving biography of Olympian and prisoner-of-war Louis Zamperini that I believe is an important book to read. Naturally, aThe non-fiction novel Unbroken: A World War II Story of Survival, Resilience, and Redemption is an incredibly riveting, moving biography of Olympian and prisoner-of-war Louis Zamperini that I believe is an important book to read. Naturally, a movie based on the book was inevitable; the film adaptation does do its subject justice, even if it's only sporadically compelling. Unbroken is a bio-pic about the life of Louie Zamperini in World War II, whose bomber plane was shot down, and he was forced to survive on a raft for 47 days. He was then captured by the Japanese and placed in various camps for over two years, where he was severely abused until he was rescued at the end of the war. There are a lot of great things about Unbroken: the spectacular cinematography, breakout performances from the entire cast, an explosive opening act and some genuinely moving scenes throughout the rest of the film. Angelina Jolie directs the film in a surprisingly graceful way. Despite some obviously unpleasant war scenes present in the film, Unbroken is a beautiful movie to look at. An opportunity that the film misses, however, is the effects of the war on Louie. His battle with alcoholism and PTSD is never mentioned in the film, and although it would have made the movie longer than it already is (137 minutes), there should have been an emphasis on those ideas. Even if it doesn't resonate as strongly as it should, Unbroken is compelling enough to do justice to its subject matter and a must-watch if yo're a fan of World War II movies.… Expand

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DCEdmondsApr 2, 2015

"Unbroken" 10 Scale Rating: 7.0 (Good) ...

The Good: An interesting true story that is well acted. Jack O'Connell was especially great in bringing former Olympian turned POW, Louie Zamperini, to the big screen. From happy-go-lucky, to"Unbroken" 10 Scale Rating: 7.0 (Good) ...

The Good: An interesting true story that is well acted. Jack O'Connell was especially great in bringing former Olympian turned POW, Louie Zamperini, to the big screen. From happy-go-lucky, to broken, to resilient and defiant ... O'Connell runs the gamut of emotions and pulls it off brilliantly. Assisting O'Connell along the way is a great cast. Domhnall, Garrett Hedlund, and Miyavi were fantastic.

The Bad: Unfortunately, the film starts to buckle under it;s own weight. Just over halfway through, it slows to a crawl and becomes far less interesting. I was less fascinated with the story at this point and found myself just wanting to skip to the film's conclusion. It's a shame too because this is where the story itself should have really taken off ... but it didn't.… Expand

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LadanyeJan 4, 2015

All right,
I'm going to write this as joe/Jo moviegoer. I thought it was a really good film. The movie followed the book pretty well and thus it told a great story. I don't understand some critics comment on Ms Jolie concentrating too muchAll right,
I'm going to write this as joe/Jo moviegoer. I thought it was a really good film. The movie followed the book pretty well and thus it told a great story. I don't understand some critics comment on Ms Jolie concentrating too much on cruelty--that's a large part of what Zamperini's experience is about . I was never bored during this long movie. In the theater in which I saw the movie, the audience spontaneously applauded at the end. So if you're an average moviegoer like me, you'll probably enjoy the movie.… Expand

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RIDERCHIJan 10, 2015

I was very moved by the film and came out of the theator in tears. I thought of my father and the veterans he would meet for coffee in the morning and swap war stories. I understand now. Those veterans shared with each other things thatI was very moved by the film and came out of the theator in tears. I thought of my father and the veterans he would meet for coffee in the morning and swap war stories. I understand now. Those veterans shared with each other things that they were reluctant to share with others who could not understand. My only concern was that the hair and beards rarely grew! I would think their heads would be shaved in a POW camp because of lice. But the emaciation of the actors was powerful!… Expand

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DokaluJun 23, 2015

When I heard that this film was directed by Angelina Jolie, I had my doubts about how good it could get to be, knowing her much more for being an actress than a director. But when I finally watched, all my doubts were erased, because thisWhen I heard that this film was directed by Angelina Jolie, I had my doubts about how good it could get to be, knowing her much more for being an actress than a director. But when I finally watched, all my doubts were erased, because this movie is pretty good. It tells the true story of a young man that, being an Olympic athlete, was caught and retained as a war prisoner by Japan in the World War II; and all the things that he had to put up to being there.
Now, first, the acting was fantastic. The main character really did his job pretty well, but not only him, but everyone in the movie had an incredible performance. The film is beautifully shot, has some nice special effects when necessary, and it actually is very realistic in many aspects. Though, some scenes that were supposed to be really fascinating were actually slow. The reason of this is the fact that in some parts, this movie lacks of a very good soundtrack. I didn’t really like this, but it doesn’t happen for a very big part of the entire runtime.
Angelina Jolie didn’t disappoint me, she really showed that she is director material and I hope she keeps directing movies like this one. It has its flaws, but in general the story is great, very well told.… Expand

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JPJJan 17, 2015

A very competent movie that takes you through the endurance and resilience required to survive. Very well shot and smooth editing. Maybe a bit long but ultimately achieves its goal.

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GbubrickJan 25, 2015

Book was very captivating. Movie not so much. Way too much time spent with Japanese beating the daylights out of the hero. Over and over again. Very patriotic, but, very tedious.

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horizonbtsSep 12, 2015

I have heard so much about this movie, I finally took the time to sit down and watch it as it is rather long. Although that being said the length didn't bother me as I thought you needed the full amount of time to tell the story and do trueI have heard so much about this movie, I finally took the time to sit down and watch it as it is rather long. Although that being said the length didn't bother me as I thought you needed the full amount of time to tell the story and do true life justice. For me we we all know stories of incredible human endurance, but this one will rank up there in the top of your mind. To know actual events like this took place throughout the course of history blows ones mind. If you haven't seen this one I would recommend setting aside an evening and taking in this historic and epic movie. For me it hit on all cylinders, being well written, acted, and directed, as I had heard Ms. Angelina Jolie had done her homework and it shows in the movie!… Expand

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jgray232Feb 2, 2015

This is a great movie. If you enjoy old fashion movies you will like this. It has long scenes and very intense ones. It helps put what it was like in this war in perspective. since its only pg-13 they couldnt really show what it was like overThis is a great movie. If you enjoy old fashion movies you will like this. It has long scenes and very intense ones. It helps put what it was like in this war in perspective. since its only pg-13 they couldnt really show what it was like over there but they did a good job.… Expand

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stacynelsonApr 11, 2015

It's hard to watch the brutality of war but it's films like this that helps us to see the sacrifices that others have made for our country. I thought the film was beautiful done and I'm grateful that Laura and Angelina have taken the time toIt's hard to watch the brutality of war but it's films like this that helps us to see the sacrifices that others have made for our country. I thought the film was beautiful done and I'm grateful that Laura and Angelina have taken the time to shared their talents and keep the story alive. The film made me feel proud that I can walk free in a country with so many great Americans. I purchased the DVD and I also enjoyed watching the clip about Louie's life and his interview. I will be buying a copy of the DVD for all of my family.… Expand

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Epik_NinnjaMay 25, 2015

It's a story of survival. Survival thorugh the worst of the worst. Yes, it's slow-paced, and no, there aren't a lot of key events that happen in this movie, and no, there isn't really any action in it. It's based on a true story and the storyIt's a story of survival. Survival thorugh the worst of the worst. Yes, it's slow-paced, and no, there aren't a lot of key events that happen in this movie, and no, there isn't really any action in it. It's based on a true story and the story feels accurately portrayed, or ralistic, not to say that I know the differences between it and the movie based on it. It's worth a watch if you're okay with slow movies. You'll hate the antagonist and pity the protagonist by the end for sure.… Expand

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beingryanjudeDec 28, 2014

As Americans, we are drawn to bravery, courage and heroism. Louis Zamperini has each of these. Angelina Jolie, along with a stellar group of writers, vividly show us how he kept his strength and determination even at the lowest points of hisAs Americans, we are drawn to bravery, courage and heroism. Louis Zamperini has each of these. Angelina Jolie, along with a stellar group of writers, vividly show us how he kept his strength and determination even at the lowest points of his life. Jack O'Connell gives one of the best breakthrough performances in some time.… Expand

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SamDuffreyDec 27, 2014

Unbroken is my favorite book ever, so I really didn't expect (my expectations were low.to love the movie.) But I did. I can say that the film exceeded my expectations, and I’m glad that it did. I think you should see it. Really great movie,Unbroken is my favorite book ever, so I really didn't expect (my expectations were low.to love the movie.) But I did. I can say that the film exceeded my expectations, and I’m glad that it did. I think you should see it. Really great movie, stunning cast.… Expand

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tpcamDec 30, 2014

While a worthy stand alone movie, because we know the book and this man's life story, we also know that the movie, by focusing primarily on survival in a life raft and survival as a POW, misses what "Unbroken" was about. It is a story ofWhile a worthy stand alone movie, because we know the book and this man's life story, we also know that the movie, by focusing primarily on survival in a life raft and survival as a POW, misses what "Unbroken" was about. It is a story of strength and weakness of character, of the people who influence our lives, of falling and redemption and falling and redemption.

After surviving the war, Louie begins on a path of drunken ruin when he chances upon a revival tent where Billy Graham, a legendary preacher, is giving a sermon. This sermon starts his recovery from the war and alcoholism and culminates with Louie's trip to Japan to forgive his guards. The "Bird" refuses to see him. That is the end of the movie, Louie's personal growth to become a better person and the "Bird" being trapped in the bitterness of what his life became.

I don't know anything about Billy Graham and can only imagine how powerfully that scene could have been filmed. What cinematic potential! Then watching Louie transform into the man he was to become culminating in the trip to Japan. I am still mourning the loss. What a wasted opportunity.

I would truly like to understand why Angelina Jolie or why the studio committee didn't take this on. Were they afraid of appearing to promote religion? Did they think it would scare away movie viewers? Were they afraid of what others in their community would say about them? Who fought to make this movie properly and who caved in?

Any attempt to say the movie would have been too long is a canard. The time on the raft and scenes in the POW camp were excessive, many not adding to the story. The ending was fabricated to add drama. It's almost like the decision to end the film with the war's end was made later rather than upfront and they had to puff it up to get to a reasonable run time.

Personally in my opinion had they not chickened out, the film would have at a minimum qualified for a Best Picture nomination. How many times in a lifetime do opportunities like this come along?… Expand

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KingofspinDec 27, 2014

Shows what the deep hearted love of a family and a physically healthy body can endure so that the mind doesn't snap. Zamperini's heart and body pulled him through and shut out his mind from the incredible daily pain. That comes across in thisShows what the deep hearted love of a family and a physically healthy body can endure so that the mind doesn't snap. Zamperini's heart and body pulled him through and shut out his mind from the incredible daily pain. That comes across in this movie very strongly, he says as much when they first get on the dinghy. The actor, Miyavi , playing the 'Bird' could be up for for best supporting actor Oscar.… Expand

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ledaumasDec 27, 2014

It took 55 years to get this movie done, and it took a woman to do it. The movie affects you strongly, if you have empathy. I understood the flashbacks. It reinforced what made Louis cope with his many bad situations. The bad reviews have toIt took 55 years to get this movie done, and it took a woman to do it. The movie affects you strongly, if you have empathy. I understood the flashbacks. It reinforced what made Louis cope with his many bad situations. The bad reviews have to do with a story that not everyone thinks needs to be told, unless more of the bad stuff is left out, which it can't be. It's a story about what the human spirit can endure. Most of us can't take it. That's the point of the story, and some people don't get it.… Expand

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TVJerryJan 6, 2015

Louie Zamperini (Jack O’Connell) was an Olympic runner who survived in a raft for 47 days after his plane crashed, then endured 2 years in a Japanese prisoner-of-war camp. Through it all, he remained determined to survive. It's important toLouie Zamperini (Jack O’Connell) was an Olympic runner who survived in a raft for 47 days after his plane crashed, then endured 2 years in a Japanese prisoner-of-war camp. Through it all, he remained determined to survive. It's important to feel the desperation and suffering in a movie like this, but director Angelina Jolie has taken it to painful extremes, presenting scene after scene of mistreatment. It's effective, but went on way too long. Ultimately, it's about a man's stamina faced with overwhelming odds, but the film lacks the emotional power that would have made the suffering worth it.… Expand

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TickJan 25, 2015

This movie was quite good. It ends at the end of the war, and that's where this movie should have ended. Some people wanted to delve into the guys aftermath where he battled alcoholism and all that stuff, but that would have made this movie 6This movie was quite good. It ends at the end of the war, and that's where this movie should have ended. Some people wanted to delve into the guys aftermath where he battled alcoholism and all that stuff, but that would have made this movie 6 hours long, and no one in their right mind would have sat through a movie that was all that.

This movie was a good movie and is worth seeing. Angelina Jolie did a great job as this was her first movie. You can't tell. It was excellent.… Expand

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BrianMcCriticJan 1, 2015

A film that looks great and is well worth your time. There were some moments that were inspiring, but many times I felt the film was lacking the soul that the source material was going for. In the end this is a good film that I wanted to beA film that looks great and is well worth your time. There were some moments that were inspiring, but many times I felt the film was lacking the soul that the source material was going for. In the end this is a good film that I wanted to be great. B+… Expand

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googolendtimesDec 29, 2014

"Unbroken" tells a true story worth commemorating. It's ambitious, passionate, harrowing, often rousing and immaculate filmmaking, directed with vigour by Angelina Jolie, well-acted (particularly by Jack O'Connell and Miyavi; their"Unbroken" tells a true story worth commemorating. It's ambitious, passionate, harrowing, often rousing and immaculate filmmaking, directed with vigour by Angelina Jolie, well-acted (particularly by Jack O'Connell and Miyavi; their interactions are mesmerising) and gorgeously shot by cinematography veteran Roger Deakins. It would have benefited from a more in-depth treatment and picking up the pace a little, but the film is certainly not a bore (at least not in my opinion) and it is most certainly worth watching.… Expand

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UdhoopDec 29, 2014

The "critics" can shove it where the sun don't shine. I don't understand how you give a movie based on the real life events of an American hero a bad rating. Do yourself a favor and see this movie. Kuddos to Jolie for creating a movie in theThe "critics" can shove it where the sun don't shine. I don't understand how you give a movie based on the real life events of an American hero a bad rating. Do yourself a favor and see this movie. Kuddos to Jolie for creating a movie in the spirit of Louie himself. I don't recall a curse word in this movie which is remarkable in and of itself. Is there violence...yes but no where NEAR what we see in the likes of other movies. If you've seen Saving Private Ryan you can see this as it doesn't even come remotely close to that. Most of the violent nature is insinuated and not really show (i.e. they will show The Bird swinging a cane but won't actually show him making contact). This movie is a must see for the story of it. Surviving 40+ days at sea followed by years of abuse in a POW camp is unthinkable to me and just makes one realize exactly how amazing the soldiers of the great world wars were! I gave it a 9 only because I could have sat another 15 minutes and enjoyed a little more on his life after the war.… Expand

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nataliya3845Jan 13, 2015

An eye opening and captivating movie, Unbroken is a true story that really makes you think about human race on a deeper level, check it out i personal really enjoyed it and i know you will too.

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Brent_MarchantDec 27, 2014

An ambitious but nevertheless overlong effort that frequently (and unfortunately) resorts to cliche, formula and the safe route in favor of taking chances that would have served the picture better. While I certainly don't expect a lot fromAn ambitious but nevertheless overlong effort that frequently (and unfortunately) resorts to cliche, formula and the safe route in favor of taking chances that would have served the picture better. While I certainly don't expect a lot from director Angelina Jolie, I definitely expect something more inventive from the screenwriting Coen Brothers, who seem to have turned uncharacteristically timid here. Louie Zamperini's story is indeed an inspiring tale, one that deserved better treatment than it received here.… Expand

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kataghaway67Dec 27, 2014

I have to wonder if the critics were shown a different film? Or is this just the annual SLAM Angelina Jolie event. Any real negatives on this piece are down to the screenwriters . all four of them. IMO it is a stunning and top-notch film!

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cryhardhumorJan 30, 2015

The worst part about Unbroken is just how mediocre it is. Such a hero deserves a film less interested in trying to get its director an Oscar, and more interested in doing its hero justice.
Unbroken is unmemorable. 5/10

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analogkid280Dec 28, 2014

Typical Oscar bait. It is a good adventure though. Well thought out and executed with great visuals. I found the "Where are they now" text at the end of the movie to be the most interesting part though. I would of wanted to see that movie instead.

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dierregiMay 25, 2015

This is a terrible movie. The plot is roughly divided in two parts: the first third of the story is about Zamperini surviving a plane crash and the remaining two thirds are extremely repetitive scenes of him suffering at the end of a sadisticThis is a terrible movie. The plot is roughly divided in two parts: the first third of the story is about Zamperini surviving a plane crash and the remaining two thirds are extremely repetitive scenes of him suffering at the end of a sadistic Japanese camp warden. Both parts seem to drag on forever, the part in the prison camp being particularly bad and nothing more than the same scene played differently time and again. In the end, the movie is in itself a torture inflicted to the viewer by an over hyped, mediocre director.… Expand

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itmoFeb 9, 2015

I thought this would be a very interesting movie, but it is far from entertaining, and it is far too long and the pacing is far to slow. There are a lot of scenes that just don't need to be in the film, there is to much padding. It feelsI thought this would be a very interesting movie, but it is far from entertaining, and it is far too long and the pacing is far to slow. There are a lot of scenes that just don't need to be in the film, there is to much padding. It feels like a hundred other films that have been done before and this is one of the worst of its type. Very disappointing movie. Probably should have gone straight to DVD.… Expand

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lukechristianscJan 1, 2015

I never thought that academy award winner Angelina Jolie can direct a magnificent dark true story into a major motion picture. Jolie directs her second film, however i did not see her first gut-wrenching film " In the land of blood and honey"I never thought that academy award winner Angelina Jolie can direct a magnificent dark true story into a major motion picture. Jolie directs her second film, however i did not see her first gut-wrenching film " In the land of blood and honey" but she gets back into the war genre and directs it so beautifully. Her directorial debut was not a success on Metacritic or Rotten Tomatoes also metacritic users but she won awards. But this movie however isn't like her first film, its like the under ratted version of it though. I have been reading the novel of Unbroken (Louie Zamperini's story) but to be honest the story kinda bored me a little bit but it is has it's entertaining moments. Jack O' Connell as Louie is a shockingly good and outstanding performance and so as Miyavi's devilish performance as Wannabe. This film and This true story shocked me and haunted me throughout and it's entertaining vibe and Jolie gives that to the movie goer.… Expand

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plainawesomeJan 10, 2015

Over all, it was quite an excellent movie. I really enjoyed watching it. Although the only thing wrong with it is that it feels too short. They mainly focused on when his bomber crashed and his life as a PoW. They didn't show much of his lifeOver all, it was quite an excellent movie. I really enjoyed watching it. Although the only thing wrong with it is that it feels too short. They mainly focused on when his bomber crashed and his life as a PoW. They didn't show much of his life pre-WW2, and they barely showed any of his life after it. I definitely would see this movie easily being 3 or even 4 hours long if they focused more on his life out of the war, when he was growing up to build some sort of background and extra feelings for the protagonist, and really feel sorry for him and his family when he went MIA. Also, when he returned and how he lived his life as a war hero with all the fame. It was an excellent movie, but not perfect.… Expand

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ChrisFilouApr 27, 2015

Whoever read the book will not even remotely want to see this movie. So many great moments that I experienced when reading and was hoping to have a good visual and story wise representation to find in this picture. But not even close. TheWhoever read the book will not even remotely want to see this movie. So many great moments that I experienced when reading and was hoping to have a good visual and story wise representation to find in this picture. But not even close. The whole movie is visually so clean and nicely made, which fits the theme of world war II, POW and survival not. Then there is the scenes where you await for the moments, like when the Japanese zero plane is attacking their raft and they need to fight of the sharks underwater, which were a real threats, oh wait the sharks are just swimming peacefully around. Oh well, how...uninteresting. Some dark shapes in the night and you await a shark to jump on the raft to attack the men....oh no. Also they wouldn't even include the original national anthem of Germany in 1936 and how Louis met Hitler.
Overall just a complete disgrace of a power full and amazing story. Better spend the next 140 minutes reading nearly a 1/3 of the book which is a lot better use of your time.… Expand

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james417Oct 12, 2015

Treads over familiar waters that still inspire and despite its flaws is a solid piece of work by its director.

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BramStockerDec 25, 2014

It's handsomely mounted, well-cast, it looks so great . and it certainly conveys a true story worth telling. cinematographer Roger Deakins is exellent.

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JoeQuaglieriDec 30, 2014

The real life story of this man is sugar coated in such a painfully bad movie. After reading the book several times, it has become one of my all time favorite books. This movie did such a disservice to the book and to the real life eventsThe real life story of this man is sugar coated in such a painfully bad movie. After reading the book several times, it has become one of my all time favorite books. This movie did such a disservice to the book and to the real life events that Jolie should be ashamed to even call herself a director. This film had the source material to be one of the greatest films of recent history, yet failed to offer any characterization or depth to just about every aspect of the film.… Expand

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busbfranJan 14, 2015

Unbroken fires all cylinders onto the audience to mount a sense of discomfort. The shocking truth and amazing direction leaves me amazed that 2015 has already delivered the goods. Unbroken stands above many in it's genre and provides viewersUnbroken fires all cylinders onto the audience to mount a sense of discomfort. The shocking truth and amazing direction leaves me amazed that 2015 has already delivered the goods. Unbroken stands above many in it's genre and provides viewers with a deep hearten story that is sure to give you shivers down your spin. To top it off the excellent cast forms a overall movie of the year materiel and ensures us war never changes! Unbroken is your go to block buster of 2015.… Expand

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HaithamBJan 7, 2015

It is Extraordinary! Angelina Jolie is taking the world by the storm with this directorial effort; Unbroken indeed has that Clint Eastwood-Steven Spielberg sense of direction, clearly Angie has been taking notes.

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JanewhistlerDec 31, 2014

I have to admit, no matter what movie Angelina Jolie or Brad Pitt star or produce, we will go see it. All of us who like their movies are helping so many people in need because of Angelina's and Brad's causes. Who better to support? HoweverI have to admit, no matter what movie Angelina Jolie or Brad Pitt star or produce, we will go see it. All of us who like their movies are helping so many people in need because of Angelina's and Brad's causes. Who better to support? However so far, all of their movies are worth watching because they're inspirational and teach us lessons in humanity. As to "Unbroken," this gives us a hero. Most of us could not withstand what Louis went through. We would love it if there's a "Part Two." This would be about everything else Louis did that was not mentioned in the movie as strongly as his suffering was. That Louis misbehaved a lot, yet achieved redemption. That's another side of the same story. Movies need drama to make them interesting, so I know Angelina focused on what affects people, the drama. But we'd still like to see part 2 even if it doesn't have as much drama. It could almost be a comedy because Louis was quite a character.… Expand

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jeremypDec 27, 2014

This is a "we've been here before" movie, so I hoped Jolie would give us "Zamperini the complex," and instead we get "Zamperini the stoic." My guess is this movie works for those who don't know his amazing life. Those of us who do know heThis is a "we've been here before" movie, so I hoped Jolie would give us "Zamperini the complex," and instead we get "Zamperini the stoic." My guess is this movie works for those who don't know his amazing life. Those of us who do know he was a tough nut, a great runner whose career was cut short by war, and ruined by it. Broken, he resurrected himself through religion, but only after skirting too long with self destruction, a poster boy for massive PTSD, courtesy of war and the sociopaths it breeds. What we get from Jolie is a hagiography of stoicism. We see the toughness, we just don't see the turmoil.… Expand

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ThegodfathersonDec 28, 2014

When hollywood directors are out of ideas, they turn to inspiring and critically acclaimed biographies, Angelina Jolie is a culprit of such. Unbroken, the true story of Louis Zamperini- who was a famous Olympic runner who survived on aWhen hollywood directors are out of ideas, they turn to inspiring and critically acclaimed biographies, Angelina Jolie is a culprit of such. Unbroken, the true story of Louis Zamperini- who was a famous Olympic runner who survived on a lifeboat for 40 days and taken as a prisoner at a Japanese camp. Sadly, even with the premise here, it's not a good movie. Jack O Connell does a good job, his performance is very praising. But the supporting cast is not even there, as Jolie never sheds light on them. The cinematography is slightly on the okay side but the music is lifting. The story is not as inspiring as the book and it falls flat and stretches during the climax. Overall, rent it if you LOVED the book, otherwise beware: it's not THAT good.… Expand

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Eilidh2Apr 4, 2015

How do you take a story as dramatic as Louis Zamperini's and turn it into a borefest? Hell if I know, but Angelina Jolie has the secret! Stolid, tedious, she has turned his 'chockful of incredible incidents' life story into an interminable,How do you take a story as dramatic as Louis Zamperini's and turn it into a borefest? Hell if I know, but Angelina Jolie has the secret! Stolid, tedious, she has turned his 'chockful of incredible incidents' life story into an interminable, dramatically inert TV movie.

The acting (which was much praised by the critics) is inept. The lead actor is devoid of charisma or talent. Boring. Apparently, he's a Brit. Which goes to show the UK can produce mediocre actors too - so why are they getting work?… Expand

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BshopDec 27, 2014

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Read the book, the movie doesn't do it justice.
For a chronicle of a war, the movie skips over some of the book, and also highlights some rather small points (or gives the audience an appearance of a highlight).
Anyway, it already seemed difficult to get through the book in one sitting (as there are three/four distinct parts), but a movie seemed to try and blend these parts together (namely the path to the Olympics and air combat). This seemed a bit forced, but I guess you have to make compromises when making a movie.
In summary, worth a rent (if you like WWII / biography). I would see Interstellar (if its still in theaters) or the Hobbit if you looking to go to the theater. Sad really, I was looking forward to this movie, but left the theater disappointed.… Expand

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HarmiclirDec 28, 2014

Chapter 1 of this movie could have been called "Angelina Jolie Does "Chariots of Fire." Chapter 2: "Angelina Jolie Does "Castaway." Chapter 3: "Angelina Jolie Does "Bridge on the River Kwai." Chapter 4: "Angelina Jolie Does "Flags of OurChapter 1 of this movie could have been called "Angelina Jolie Does "Chariots of Fire." Chapter 2: "Angelina Jolie Does "Castaway." Chapter 3: "Angelina Jolie Does "Bridge on the River Kwai." Chapter 4: "Angelina Jolie Does "Flags of Our Fathers."

Completely derivative, boring, uninspiring and way, way, way too long (and did I say cliched?). Skip it or wait for Netflix.… Expand

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Key_Notes88Dec 27, 2014

If you like to watch a guy get hit with a stick, by all means go out and watch this movie. If you don't like watching a guy get hit with a stick, stay very far away. Overall, this movie was very frustrating to watch. Scenes were dragged outIf you like to watch a guy get hit with a stick, by all means go out and watch this movie. If you don't like watching a guy get hit with a stick, stay very far away. Overall, this movie was very frustrating to watch. Scenes were dragged out making the movie a lot longer than it needed to be, particularly a raft scene and a pow camp scene. I mean, how many times can you get hit with a stick before we just tire of it and beg for the movie to end. Sure it may be a true story, but I'm quite positive there were some embellishments and exaggerations to make it more movie worthy. It's mostly a story of struggle and physical torment, and the ending just left me wondering why did they even bother making this into a movie.… Expand

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mccaffApr 1, 2015

Like some reviewers said, this is a series of scenes throughout Zamperini's life. Unfortunately Angelina Jolie fails on providing any storyline except that one thing happens after another. This guy's life is an incredible story but tellingLike some reviewers said, this is a series of scenes throughout Zamperini's life. Unfortunately Angelina Jolie fails on providing any storyline except that one thing happens after another. This guy's life is an incredible story but telling it requires more than just the regurgitation of facts. Too bad, he deserved more than this. She is definitely not a good director.… Expand

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XeryusMay 15, 2015

good movie but doesn't do justice to the book which is incredible, anyway Angelina Jolie did a good job trying to reacreate the Whole saga of Louis Zamperini's very own odyssey

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kpmJan 6, 2016

Shocking. This is a terrible film. The story is interesting but I googled it after and obtained a more moving delivery. Boring to the point of ridiculous. Disappointing as it could have been better in the hands of a better film maker.

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LynJan 3, 2015

So hard to do justice to a great book, but I thought it was pretty good. Louie Zamperini's abuse in the POW camp was tough to watch, but it was tough to read about, too. (Not to mention, how did he live through it?!) Have to agree w/ criticsSo hard to do justice to a great book, but I thought it was pretty good. Louie Zamperini's abuse in the POW camp was tough to watch, but it was tough to read about, too. (Not to mention, how did he live through it?!) Have to agree w/ critics who wished his postwar life had gotten some screen time -- but that whole other saga could have added another couple of hours to the film.… Expand