Watchmen

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JosephD.Mar 6, 2009

This is easily the best movie I've ever seen.

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StevieMar 7, 2009

Don't know how this scored so low. It is incredible.

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GrantL.Mar 7, 2009

This movie is a visual masterpiece. All the characters are classic, and he story could not be any better.

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JackC.Mar 7, 2009

This movie was great. I could see how people wouldn't like it, but personally I read and loved the comic and this was a very faithful and entertaining movie.

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AndrewB.Mar 7, 2009

Great movie! I loved the novel, and I was very pleased with this interpretation of it!

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DaverS.Mar 7, 2009

I love the comic books. And I loved the movie. I mean, the comic book was epic and there was no way they were going to be able to fit all the information in the movie, unless the movie was about 6 or 7 hours long, perhaps longer. Yes the I love the comic books. And I loved the movie. I mean, the comic book was epic and there was no way they were going to be able to fit all the information in the movie, unless the movie was about 6 or 7 hours long, perhaps longer. Yes the movie looked like the cinematography was lifted straight out of the comic books, but i don't understand why some others think this is such a bad thing.… Expand

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GeorgeL.Mar 7, 2009

I loved it. Perfect soundtrack, with Hallelujah by Leonard Cohen topping it perfectly. Stuck to the graphic novel only as much as it needed to. I loved the slow-motion scenes and the actor for the midget in jail. I expected Kramer to be I loved it. Perfect soundtrack, with Hallelujah by Leonard Cohen topping it perfectly. Stuck to the graphic novel only as much as it needed to. I loved the slow-motion scenes and the actor for the midget in jail. I expected Kramer to be running in any second. ("It's a riot, Mickey!")… Expand

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EricF.Mar 7, 2009

Excellent adaptation from the graphic novel. The reviewers who gave it poor reviews didn't read the graphic novel... sorry for giving you a film that requires a little bit of work. I guess you're not used to that these days. Excellent adaptation from the graphic novel. The reviewers who gave it poor reviews didn't read the graphic novel... sorry for giving you a film that requires a little bit of work. I guess you're not used to that these days. Hollywood has gotten lazy.… Expand

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PhilipMitchellMar 7, 2009

I can understand why someone without patience would rate this movie poorly as it takes some time for the story to play out. It certainly doesn't deserve the lower ratings on Metacritic. If you are on the fence due to the mixed reviews I I can understand why someone without patience would rate this movie poorly as it takes some time for the story to play out. It certainly doesn't deserve the lower ratings on Metacritic. If you are on the fence due to the mixed reviews I say ignore them and go see the movie. It probably won't be what you are expecting but in a good way.… Expand

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MelissaB.Mar 7, 2009

This is a movie without a roadmap. It heads for uncharted territory and doesn't give you a sense of where it is going. If you need the familiarity of the same old action film or ages old story told again and again, this movie is not for This is a movie without a roadmap. It heads for uncharted territory and doesn't give you a sense of where it is going. If you need the familiarity of the same old action film or ages old story told again and again, this movie is not for you. If you want something different and like doing unexpected things at 3am, then this is your movie. If Hollywood and the Academy are being honest about treating "Superhero Movies" as legit drama, then please consider Jackie Earle Haley for a Best Supporting Actor nod. Full disclosure: I am a female and although in general I have enjoyed graphic novels and comics in the past, I never read the Watchmen.… Expand

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DonnieH.Mar 8, 2009

Great flick!, I am a SciFi fan and never read the book, but it was a great flick!

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JonathanC.Mar 8, 2009

Very enjoyable movie. Not as good as the graphic novel, but for the most part, I appreciated how faithful the adaptation was to the book (especially compared to what other producers had in mind before Snyder took over). Jackie Earle Haley Very enjoyable movie. Not as good as the graphic novel, but for the most part, I appreciated how faithful the adaptation was to the book (especially compared to what other producers had in mind before Snyder took over). Jackie Earle Haley turned this movie into an 8.5 (rounded up to 9) from a 6.5-7.5.… Expand

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IainF.Mar 8, 2009

My expectations were so high, I was scared that the film wouldn't even closely resemble the picture in my head of how it would play out. Yes, I was a huge fan of the graphic novel, as was everyone who's read it, yet the film truly My expectations were so high, I was scared that the film wouldn't even closely resemble the picture in my head of how it would play out. Yes, I was a huge fan of the graphic novel, as was everyone who's read it, yet the film truly does it justice. Ignore the negative reviews, go and see it and make up a decision for yourselves. This film is the new Dark Knight: A new frontier in comic book movies. I was left on the edge of my seat for the entire duration of the movie.… Expand

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JonKMar 8, 2009

Visually stunning, and thoroughly thought provoking. While the theme of the movie might be a bit cliche, the execution and characterization is wonderful. An excellent movie if you have an open mind.

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NicholasF.Mar 8, 2009

Probably an excellent movie for those who have not read the graphic novel, though those who have will recognize that it's the bare-bones of the original story. It is altered in some key points and subtle but important scenes have been Probably an excellent movie for those who have not read the graphic novel, though those who have will recognize that it's the bare-bones of the original story. It is altered in some key points and subtle but important scenes have been thrown out. Characterizations in the film are in a decent way, with Rorschach and The Comedian being brilliantly cast, but others like the Silk Specter and lots of side characters acting come off as camp and bring the movie down a peg with insincere and often bored portrayals.… Expand

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SeamieD.Mar 8, 2009

Overall good job my Snyder. Faithfull to the graphic novel and a good show.

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NicholasK.Mar 8, 2009

Although not quite as amazing as the original, this is by far the best graphic novel-to-film adaptation I have ever seen. The few changes that had to be made were intelligent and worked well. Overall this movie makes the great story that is Although not quite as amazing as the original, this is by far the best graphic novel-to-film adaptation I have ever seen. The few changes that had to be made were intelligent and worked well. Overall this movie makes the great story that is Watchmen accessible to all.… Expand

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JefframoneMar 8, 2009

No sure how anyone could give this a low rating and I think the "yellow" metacritic rating is bunk, since a huge chunk of critics rated it in the "green". This movie is thematically and visually unlike most squeaky clean superhero movies No sure how anyone could give this a low rating and I think the "yellow" metacritic rating is bunk, since a huge chunk of critics rated it in the "green". This movie is thematically and visually unlike most squeaky clean superhero movies (Dark Knight not withstanding). If big screen superhero action is not your think, don''t both. But I was enthralled from the opening/title sequence onward. Though I will admit it sorta conformed to some superhero cliches in the last act (hence the 8 rating instead of 10). A must see, for sure.… Expand

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SteveJ.Mar 8, 2009

I thought that this movie was a triumph. It had perfect casting, the music was excellent, and it captured the hopelessness of the graphic novel. The things that were different were very different, but without the additional sub-plots and I thought that this movie was a triumph. It had perfect casting, the music was excellent, and it captured the hopelessness of the graphic novel. The things that were different were very different, but without the additional sub-plots and extras from the novel, they helped to loop all the characters together in the end. Very good film adaption.… Expand

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RickeyR.Mar 9, 2009

Watchmen follows the novel and turns it into a spectacular and awe-inspiring film.

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YuriMar 9, 2009

I absolutely loved this movie. I have yet to finish reading the novel but nonetheless I was amazed with the story and characters and how artful every detail was rendered. I loved how long the movie was too, I often feel when I walk out of I absolutely loved this movie. I have yet to finish reading the novel but nonetheless I was amazed with the story and characters and how artful every detail was rendered. I loved how long the movie was too, I often feel when I walk out of movie theaters that the movie that I saw was not long enough or that more could have been done but I had none of these feelings for Watchmen. See this movie and then read the novel. Both will blow you away! I cant wait for dvd release I'm getting the highest/best edition there is!… Expand

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VinceS.Mar 9, 2009

This movie was intended for the fanboys of the original graphic novel. It was the best adaptation I could have wished for from the original source material. This story is not the average super hero action film and is more of a psychological This movie was intended for the fanboys of the original graphic novel. It was the best adaptation I could have wished for from the original source material. This story is not the average super hero action film and is more of a psychological thriller that really needs intelligence to fully appreciate it's message.… Expand

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PatLMar 9, 2009

Never read the novels (wanting to now though). An amazing, original movie for a change. Actually forces viewers to think, while providing amazing effects, and near-sickening brutality. A bit long, but never to a boring extent. Every ten Never read the novels (wanting to now though). An amazing, original movie for a change. Actually forces viewers to think, while providing amazing effects, and near-sickening brutality. A bit long, but never to a boring extent. Every ten minutes blood gushed, there was a smoking hot woman or something interesting was said. No complaints here...best comic book movie ever.… Expand

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BillR.Mar 9, 2009

I have never read the watchmen novel. I've never heard of the watchmen before this film and yet I understood the movie and loved it. These are imperfect characters, super heroes that are at times self-serving and all, very flawed and I have never read the watchmen novel. I've never heard of the watchmen before this film and yet I understood the movie and loved it. These are imperfect characters, super heroes that are at times self-serving and all, very flawed and one of the most ugly, flawed of all, stays true to his principles, his care for the humanity and justice even to the point of his death. Forget the time, just immerse yourself in the story, the world will still be there when you get out, only, you may view the world differently.… Expand

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NathanH>Mar 9, 2009

10 thumps up gore,accion,story,great combination of music, certanly the best super hero movie of all times

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RafaR.Mar 9, 2009

An amazing adaptation.Jackie Earl haley owns the film in just a few minutes of screen time. Kudos to Z. Snyder and the whole crew. The production design was right out of the comic!

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TonyZ.Mar 9, 2009

I really liked it, but then, I read the original years ago, and re-read it recently. It's so close to the comic that I can't really say how it stands on its own as a movie. I recommend, it, but it may be more enjoyable if you read I really liked it, but then, I read the original years ago, and re-read it recently. It's so close to the comic that I can't really say how it stands on its own as a movie. I recommend, it, but it may be more enjoyable if you read it first.… Expand

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HudsonTApr 2, 2009

The reviewer below me, Tim, is an extremely ignorant human being. He claims that anyone who likes this movie lives in their parents basement, and has their head up their butt hole. Clearly ridiculous, with opponents like this I need to make The reviewer below me, Tim, is an extremely ignorant human being. He claims that anyone who likes this movie lives in their parents basement, and has their head up their butt hole. Clearly ridiculous, with opponents like this I need to make little argument to prove my point. To begin, I thought the fight scenes in the movie were very well done, and very exhilirating. I thought the story was an absolute classic, the ending probably being my favorite part. Yes I did have a few qualms with the movie, such as Silk Spectre's acting job, but nothing too serious. I thought the special effects were beautiful. The music during specific scenes such as "The Times are A-Changing" and "Sound of Silence" were meticulously placed. Overall I thought this movie was very good, not only was it thoroughly entertaining, but it also delved deep into philosophical and political issues and portrayed a message that left with each viewer. I truly think this movie is the best so far this year, and it clearly merits a 10/10 in my opinion.… Expand

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RobertEApr 22, 2009

As not someone who had not heard of the watchmen, until this Film's release I went into the theatre with an open mind, not expecting anything too good. Boy I was satisfied with the visual feast on offering. I understand some parts are As not someone who had not heard of the watchmen, until this Film's release I went into the theatre with an open mind, not expecting anything too good. Boy I was satisfied with the visual feast on offering. I understand some parts are per the graphic novel almost on a short of shot basis, while other parts of the story are ignored. Personally I wouldn't have minded the extra length that this would have added to the films length. the 163 minutes flew by. Great Film. This will be a DVD must be on it's release.… Expand

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SunilaApr 2, 2009

I wish tim actually gave a reason why he thought the movie was bad. all in all, fabulous movie. and i am a late 20's art snob who loved the graphic novel and has loved comic books his whole life.

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buzznjackallastnameApr 4, 2009

Excellent comic book to movie translation. Visual effects were stunning, acting and plot were very good. I believe that people that didn't enjoy the film was for two major factors. 1. They didn't read the comic book and Excellent comic book to movie translation. Visual effects were stunning, acting and plot were very good. I believe that people that didn't enjoy the film was for two major factors. 1. They didn't read the comic book and couldn't follow the complex story involving multiple protagonist. 2. They read the comic and expected every single detail to be included in a two hour 40 minute movie, which of course would require the movie to have been over 6 hours judging by the motion comics.… Expand

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BobBApr 5, 2009

Never read the graphic novel till after seeing this film. Info: I'm a huge film buff. Love independent and foriegn films due to philosophical content typically expressed. This film, though not perfect, was fascinating. If you pay Never read the graphic novel till after seeing this film. Info: I'm a huge film buff. Love independent and foriegn films due to philosophical content typically expressed. This film, though not perfect, was fascinating. If you pay attention to politics and the worldwide push for globalization and a NWO, this film is haunting. I went and read the graphic novel afterwards. It is, of course, better. Why make an exact copy in cinematic form? If you want an honest representation, read the novel. As a film, Watchmen was great. It was also fairly close to the novel and dead-on in many aspects. If you have the mental ability to fill in certain shoddy sections of the film, as one does when viewing/reading a comic, then it is pretty damn good. Use your brain, connect the dots, and see this. It is different, haunting, and different. Good stuff.… Expand

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SamMJul 10, 2009

Knew nothing about the comic book, and i really enjoyed it not your average comic book film.

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EverettM.Jul 20, 2009

I won't say anything other than that this is one of the best movies I have ever seen. The fact that it is based on a graphic novel is irrelevant (I have never read it.) All that matters is that it explores real issues like hopelessness, I won't say anything other than that this is one of the best movies I have ever seen. The fact that it is based on a graphic novel is irrelevant (I have never read it.) All that matters is that it explores real issues like hopelessness, despair, loneliness and sense of self-worth more than almost any Oscar-caliber drama ever has. Much of the story deserves to be compared far more with Death of a Salesman than with Batman. Wonderful!!!… Expand

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wayneyJul 23, 2009

I have not read the graphic novel, and don't intend to. This film suffices as a wonderful testimony on all our dreams, faults and self delusions. The world we seek to dreate is the world we have and it is really ugly and dark. There are I have not read the graphic novel, and don't intend to. This film suffices as a wonderful testimony on all our dreams, faults and self delusions. The world we seek to dreate is the world we have and it is really ugly and dark. There are so many references here to religion, politics, relationships, greed, hope etc. and I found it literally amazing. It brought me back to the dyas I sneaked inot see Clockwork Orange and was never the same again. It is a superhero movie as a vehicle only to shatter our smugness and should not really be in the Spiderman and Batman argument (despite Heaths brilliant part coming close to the same mayhem in us all) but I think in Watchmen we have a much grander canvas and a more unsettling image. Beyond all the technical brilliance it has a real story to tell, and you wont feel the same way again. I bought the soundrack and each song now has new meaning.… Expand

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EvinCAug 12, 2009

Cool but I think it could only be watched like twice and then every couple of years. Dean Morgan and Earle Haley are good.

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JonathanS.Aug 1, 2009

Well I'm a type of person love to watch every type of movie and enjoy the movie i analyze the movie and i think watchmen is a great movie with amazing and the other that surprise me is the movie explained the origins and why the heroes Well I'm a type of person love to watch every type of movie and enjoy the movie i analyze the movie and i think watchmen is a great movie with amazing and the other that surprise me is the movie explained the origins and why the heroes take the path they take this is a good point but other movies don't explain very well the origins this movie is long but is a great movie i like the longest movies because if a pid for a blue ray or i go to theater i want to enjoy and stay for a long time this is great and i hate people don't appreciate and analyze the movies!!… Expand

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SeanFJan 10, 2010

An excellent film that I believe should certainly enter into the lists of best films of all time. Having no previous knowledge of the watchmen as I had never read the graphic novels I cannot compare the two media, however, I suspect that to An excellent film that I believe should certainly enter into the lists of best films of all time. Having no previous knowledge of the watchmen as I had never read the graphic novels I cannot compare the two media, however, I suspect that to do so would be a disservice to the film. Having spent years and years in development hell I can… Expand

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TLOct 8, 2009

I tried watching this movie about a month ago and literally fell asleep 30 minutes in. I guess it wasn't what I expected. Still, I knew it had 'something'. I revisited it last night... with an open and focused mind. It really I tried watching this movie about a month ago and literally fell asleep 30 minutes in. I guess it wasn't what I expected. Still, I knew it had 'something'. I revisited it last night... with an open and focused mind. It really is quite brilliant.… Expand

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JohnHMar 11, 2009

I read Watchmen this past summer after seeing the preview of the film version before The Dark Knight. Needless to say I became an instant fan and have been anticipating this film for quite some time. I recently saw Watchmen and was very I read Watchmen this past summer after seeing the preview of the film version before The Dark Knight. Needless to say I became an instant fan and have been anticipating this film for quite some time. I recently saw Watchmen and was very pleased with how much attention was given to detail by Zach Snyder. A few element of the story were left out, but the main elements were flawlessly portrayed throughout the entire film. I can see how someone could get lost in the film if they had not read the novel. However, anyone who enjoyed the film, will very much enjoy the graphic novel. GO READ WATCHMEN… Expand

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kcMar 10, 2009

I rate this movie two blue dongs down. The fanboys' perfect ratings are seriously misleading to the average movie-goer. The movie was boring, cliched, and devoid of sympathetic characters. By the end, i was rooting for the nukes.

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gkMar 10, 2009

It wasn't bad. It wasn't amazing. It goes to show you that even if you recreated a masterpiece piece by piece it's not always going to be the same. The watchmen came out in the 80s and was unlike anything written before (that It wasn't bad. It wasn't amazing. It goes to show you that even if you recreated a masterpiece piece by piece it's not always going to be the same. The watchmen came out in the 80s and was unlike anything written before (that was over 20 years ago). Good attempt but it wasn't epic.… Expand

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WesleyWMar 10, 2009

As a fan of the original source material I have to say I love the bits they included from the graphic novel, sadly they left some bits out too.

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SeansMar 12, 2009

I thought this movie was great very true to the book which is pretty hard to say for most books turned into movies.

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AstridIMar 10, 2009

I went in the theatre having never read the graphic novel and emerged impressed with Snyder's portrayal of Watchmen, vowing to get my hands on the book. The sound and graphics were fantastic, and Rorschach was portrayed brilliantly by I went in the theatre having never read the graphic novel and emerged impressed with Snyder's portrayal of Watchmen, vowing to get my hands on the book. The sound and graphics were fantastic, and Rorschach was portrayed brilliantly by Jackie Earle Haley. Haley was perfect casting and made the film - certain dull scenes could have been the downfall of the movie if it were not for him.… Expand

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JulianRMar 12, 2009

The first thing you have to learn about this movie is: if you never read the book it's not for you. I read the graphic novel and therefore understand the subtleties in the film. There was absolutley no way anyone could put the entire The first thing you have to learn about this movie is: if you never read the book it's not for you. I read the graphic novel and therefore understand the subtleties in the film. There was absolutley no way anyone could put the entire novel in and keep a reasonable time limit.… Expand

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SimonDMar 13, 2009

I'm a fan of the graphic novel (but I don't weep over how good it is like some) and I thought the film was great. Was true to the novel (obviously they had to omit quite a bit) but overall it was just a condensed version of the I'm a fan of the graphic novel (but I don't weep over how good it is like some) and I thought the film was great. Was true to the novel (obviously they had to omit quite a bit) but overall it was just a condensed version of the book. Rorschach is perfectly cast and Dr Manhattan has a fat schlong. What more could you ask for?… Expand

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JAMar 10, 2009

When watching those "official" reviews, you could actually just cut the lower half away, and then you'd get somewhat more realistic average. Naturally, when trying to turn a great graphic novel into a movie, it won't be as good as When watching those "official" reviews, you could actually just cut the lower half away, and then you'd get somewhat more realistic average. Naturally, when trying to turn a great graphic novel into a movie, it won't be as good as the original was, but Watchmen really does get close. Some things have been changed, but then again, some things really had to be changed in a movie version. In the end, it still is almost as worthy movie version the book could possibly get. About those reviews, I have no idea what kind of movies some of those "critics" usually watch and give good ratings, but they just might be in a wrong business.… Expand

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HyperSMar 13, 2009

A bit long and was a let down from the epic movie trailer(s) that raised expectations to an unachievable level. That aside, the plot of the movie was fine [Dark and gritty in a Sin City-esque way].... nothing mind blowing and actually mostly A bit long and was a let down from the epic movie trailer(s) that raised expectations to an unachievable level. That aside, the plot of the movie was fine [Dark and gritty in a Sin City-esque way].... nothing mind blowing and actually mostly took a back seat to the individual characters themselves... but at least the story remained unpredictable to the end so that's good. Really for me the star of this movie isn't the plot, but rather two characters (even if at times they are overdone): Dr. Manhattan (his presence alone on camera commands God-like "oohs" and "ahhs") and the psycho that was Warshack, both of whom who could have warranted a movie of their own. The other masked "heroes" unfortunately were just bleh and really didn't carry the same character complexities to warrant much deep thought or attention. Definitely recommend at least one viewing... two on the other hand? That's debatable.… Expand

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KarlLMar 13, 2009

Why are the ratings for this movie all over the place? Fanboys of course. Most people enjoyed the movie but the smallest compromise sends fanboys into an uncontrollable fit of downvoting. Its a good movie.

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YonatanJMar 13, 2009

Perfectly captures the brilliant graphic novel.

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IsaacNMar 15, 2009

Ok, I know some people might hate me but. I don't think the technology was right for this movie still. I still think It's almost an unfilmable movie. It was great amazing. It didn't catch me but it was good for what it was Ok, I know some people might hate me but. I don't think the technology was right for this movie still. I still think It's almost an unfilmable movie. It was great amazing. It didn't catch me but it was good for what it was supposed to be.… Expand

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MattMar 15, 2009

Well acted and possibly the best comic adaptation of recent years. At times however it feels like Snyder overused action sequences and gore too much. The overall message from the graphic novel was there, middle aged vigilantism, and at timesWell acted and possibly the best comic adaptation of recent years. At times however it feels like Snyder overused action sequences and gore too much. The overall message from the graphic novel was there, middle aged vigilantism, and at times kept the same brooding nature. Some scenes were altered for continuity and to make the story line look like it happened in a a matter of days.
Changing the ending, though it may appear as heresy to the fans of the graphic novel, made the Watchmen acessable to a new audience while allowing for the Film to be shorter,
The music adds to the moment and some of the montages are fantastic.
The Film ignored many of the sub-plots and tiny relationships built up in Moore's work however if you look the relationships are there; they are just not as explicitly pointed out.
All in all a very good translation only stopped from being truly fantastic by the insistence of fight sequences and gore that adds nothing to the plot and seem to be there just so those who wish to see violence do not get bored.… Expand

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R.LMar 10, 2009

Over hyped? No. A beautiful piece of movie making? Most definitely, the Watchmen is one of the best Anti-hero series ever made. I've had the innate pleasure of reading the graphic novel and I've just seen the movie and let me tell Over hyped? No. A beautiful piece of movie making? Most definitely, the Watchmen is one of the best Anti-hero series ever made. I've had the innate pleasure of reading the graphic novel and I've just seen the movie and let me tell you it was exceptional, the movie had almost captured the graphic novel and completely put it no film, I had never been thus impressed in my entire life by a comic book adaption. The Watchmen tells the story of a group of not so heroic heroes, and as the film states one of them is killed and now the rest have to find out why. The Watchmen is an amazing visual feat that no comic book adaption has ever come even close to before it has the same feel, the same style that the watchmen graphic novel did and I promise you, fans of the graphic novel will not be disappointed at all by this magnificent film, it's a treat for the eyes and the senses; and will keep you going all the way till the shocking end.… Expand

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DallasPMar 16, 2009

Don't believe they negative review. Movie was excellent and a nice translation of the comic books.

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ChrisMMar 10, 2009

I seriously don't understand the harsh critiscism radiating from the users and a select few critics. I thought the movie, although long, was brilliant. It was deep in moments, and had a great plot. What really annoys me is the whinning I seriously don't understand the harsh critiscism radiating from the users and a select few critics. I thought the movie, although long, was brilliant. It was deep in moments, and had a great plot. What really annoys me is the whinning 13 year olds complaining about mr. manhattan's full frontal nudity. Just grow up, he's nude, get over it.… Expand

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JoshWMar 16, 2009

I had never heard of Watchmen until recently so I decided to but the graphic novel before seeing the film. I know the hardcore fanboys are getting ridiculously distraught over what has been changed etc but in my opinion Zack Snyder has taken I had never heard of Watchmen until recently so I decided to but the graphic novel before seeing the film. I know the hardcore fanboys are getting ridiculously distraught over what has been changed etc but in my opinion Zack Snyder has taken a good book that in places was boring and downright stupid (squid anyone?) and made it into a brilliant film that stays faithful to the novel whilst also improving many scenes and especially improving the end (especially between Nite Owl and Ozzy). Well made, well acted (nixon looked idiotic though with THAT nose) and I cannot wait for the blu ray edition.… Expand

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KewlkatMar 10, 2009

Not since The Dark Knight have comic book movies felt so real. And now, not since the Watchmen has that premise been so built upon.

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AaronSMar 10, 2009

Easily the best superhero film to date, but more importantly Snyder actually manages to pull off the impossible: a more plausible and foreshadowed ending that still manages to convey Moore's core thesis that vigilantism is a slippery Easily the best superhero film to date, but more importantly Snyder actually manages to pull off the impossible: a more plausible and foreshadowed ending that still manages to convey Moore's core thesis that vigilantism is a slippery slope, and one which, even given the best of intentions, even when successful, has a terrible moral and human price. The down side: Moore's story is not one which all audiences will appreciate and Snyder's sensibilities with respect to violence enhance the already graphic nature of the story.… Expand

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KeaganAMar 19, 2009

A truly great movie. In my opinion sets a standard in cinematography that 'hero' movies of the future will struggle to meet. Its great to see a movie that doesn't glamorize the 'superhero' scene and parodies all that A truly great movie. In my opinion sets a standard in cinematography that 'hero' movies of the future will struggle to meet. Its great to see a movie that doesn't glamorize the 'superhero' scene and parodies all that came before it.… Expand

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KellyO'O.Mar 20, 2009

Brilliant, just brilliant. Snyder did the impossible and made a credible film version of the greatest comic ever written. I hated 300, but this is way more intellectual, super hero movies cannot be the same after this, it's on another level.

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DerekHMar 23, 2009

This was a very faithful translation of the book. It shed only the unnecessary parts and kept the theme. The soundtrack and effects were well chosen.

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TimLMar 23, 2009

A fantastic adaptation to a novel considered unfilmable. This movie certainly won't appease the fanboys (but what actualy does?). The most drastic change in the plot between novel and movie was probably necessary to keep the movie under A fantastic adaptation to a novel considered unfilmable. This movie certainly won't appease the fanboys (but what actualy does?). The most drastic change in the plot between novel and movie was probably necessary to keep the movie under 3 hours long. The pacing of the various stories does well in keeping the overall movie moving. The use of The Times They Are A-Changin to tell the tale of the Minutemen is an ingenious way to give a background to the history of masked vigilanties. Having read the novel before seeing the movie, I have to say that people who expected every page to be present in the movie are dreaming. The screenplay holds onto Moore's ideas of a lost society and anyone who is angry Moore didn't take part in this adaptation have to realize he wouldn't have taken part in any retelling of his novel. The actors do an excellent job of portraying these beloved masked crusaders and I personally think every actor was perfect for their role. If this film was released later in the year we could easily be seeing James Earl Haley nominated for a Best Supporting Actor nomination. People have to go see this movie for what it is, an adaptation to what Time magazine called one of the 100 best novels of the past 80 years.… Expand

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donmMar 24, 2009

I knew nothing of the book or tghe characters. I found the movie experience thrilling from the first moment. It aimed high and had serious themes under the story. A great movie going experience and arresting visuals - fresh and yet satisfying.

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RonFMar 25, 2009

Ok, if you have gotten this far in the Watchmen reviews, then you know that this film is about the dark side of being a superhero. So, I won't belabour that perspective. Here's the important part of the flick you might have missed: Ok, if you have gotten this far in the Watchmen reviews, then you know that this film is about the dark side of being a superhero. So, I won't belabour that perspective. Here's the important part of the flick you might have missed: a nerd has an office place accident which leaves him with a barrel chest, washboard abs and a large penis. Wow! I want to know which office that guy works in! Ok, he's a little short on tan, well, in fact, he is blue but, hey, I'm a nerd and I want to have an office place accident which will leave me with a physique which even Laurie Juspeczyk gawks at. This mishap near the water cooler is the quintessential superhero fodder: the nerd is, after all, Superman. Perhaps we like this because it makes us, the powerless, feel empowered. How many CEO's with a gaggle of concubines and a wad of millions in their wallets go to see superhero movies? These movies are for us, the powerless, to feel better. Only, this movie does not quite do that. If superheroes existed in the real world, then this is how it would be: we ordinary humans are, as Dr. M said, little more than termites to a superbeing. Deep stuff. If there had been less blood in this film, I would have given it a 10. The blood detracted unnecessarily from what was originally a good tale by Alan Moore et al.… Expand

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AlecBMar 20, 2009

Watchmen is easily the best film of 2009. Far better then Taken or Friday the 13th. It has everything a good action film should have. You care about some of the characters, a good plot, and lots of action. Im tired of people fucking Watchmen is easily the best film of 2009. Far better then Taken or Friday the 13th. It has everything a good action film should have. You care about some of the characters, a good plot, and lots of action. Im tired of people fucking complaining about it was too gorey or there was too much sex in the movie. Who cares the movie is rated R for a reason. Its not a pussy PG-13 superhero movie so for parents bringing there 4 year old kid to go see it, then complaning about the movie and how violent it is need to shut up and realize its their own fault for bringing the kid in the first place. Yes, the movie is extremely long but why are people complaning about it. If you could handle the dark Knight then you can handle this. ohh yea and to the kid who said the music sucks? its supposed to be set in like 1985 of course its going to have that kind of music. Sorry that the film didnt have your faggot 50 cent black music going on.… Expand

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MikeN.Mar 6, 2009

Overall I liked it. Cast and crew obviously tried to get it right. Every book to movie adaptation leaves things out and makes changes, deal with it. Jackie Earl Harley was phenomenal as Rorschach. I think this was a very hard movie to make, Overall I liked it. Cast and crew obviously tried to get it right. Every book to movie adaptation leaves things out and makes changes, deal with it. Jackie Earl Harley was phenomenal as Rorschach. I think this was a very hard movie to make, but they did the comic justice. People who haven't read the comic might be a little lost.… Expand

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JimmyJ.Mar 6, 2009

Watchmen starts out as a 10/10 from the original graphic novel. This gets: -1 for unnecessary gore -1 for unnecessary sex -2 for laughable insertion of the soundtrack (I know they were the songs in the end-of-chapter quotes, but the Watchmen starts out as a 10/10 from the original graphic novel. This gets: -1 for unnecessary gore -1 for unnecessary sex -2 for laughable insertion of the soundtrack (I know they were the songs in the end-of-chapter quotes, but the incorporation was absurdly awkward) +1 for making the entire thing really pretty. A highly faithful adaptation that sometimes stylizes the original TOO much, but is overall a compelling film.… Expand

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EdmundW.Mar 6, 2009

Zack Snyder is a 13 year old nerd who finds no passion for subtlety or elegance. The beginning half of the film was grand. Dr. Manhattan's Mars monologue was fantastic (along with the opening credit montage), but after that, it just Zack Snyder is a 13 year old nerd who finds no passion for subtlety or elegance. The beginning half of the film was grand. Dr. Manhattan's Mars monologue was fantastic (along with the opening credit montage), but after that, it just goes downhill. The violence is definitely gratuitous, but almost pointless at times. This isn't 300 you arrogant prick, learn to make a good film. Also, the sex scenes look like something out of a prepubescent wet dream. Terrible scoring (sans Philip Glass) and a lack of honesty to the actual plot and intention of the graphic novel make this film a bit lackluster. For fans of the novel, it's a must see, despite the deranged notion that the novel was about Dr. Manhattan's genitalia. For everyone else - if you enjoy superhero movies, see it. If you enjoy thrilling adaptations of thought-provoking tales of corruption and anti-heroism, this is not the movie for you. Teens will love the violence and sex, fans will love the characters, any mature being will only enjoy the very faint look at humanities ideals.… Expand

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GiovanniC.Mar 6, 2009

Zack Snyder's Watchmen is an amazing movie. Zack Snyder does a fantastic job delivering Alan Moore's novel onto the big screen. Zack sets that mood in the world that Alan sets in the novel the world is exactly like ours just with Zack Snyder's Watchmen is an amazing movie. Zack Snyder does a fantastic job delivering Alan Moore's novel onto the big screen. Zack sets that mood in the world that Alan sets in the novel the world is exactly like ours just with these costume characters in the middle. The acting is top notch especially with Dr. Manhattan from being a wimpy little scientist to never feeling fear for the rest of his days. The soundtrack was simply epic! Every scene has a tune that sets the mood so perfectly, especially the opening credits with the Bob Dylan song. The action is brutal and non-stop never ceasing to keep the audience up in their seats. Watchmen is surely a movie you can't miss.… Expand

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ChrisV.Mar 6, 2009

Those looking for a story like Spiderman, or Iron Man will leave disappointed, however I don't think we've ever seen a deeper comic book based movie. Without reading the graphic novel prior, I really enjoyed the movie and found it Those looking for a story like Spiderman, or Iron Man will leave disappointed, however I don't think we've ever seen a deeper comic book based movie. Without reading the graphic novel prior, I really enjoyed the movie and found it very easy to jump right into an alternate 1985...… Expand

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JasonR.Mar 6, 2009

Just WOW! Don't remember the last time, that a movie impressed me that much. Actually I have no idea why so many review sites don't like Watchmen at all. It has nearly everything a movie should have and what I like the most that it Just WOW! Don't remember the last time, that a movie impressed me that much. Actually I have no idea why so many review sites don't like Watchmen at all. It has nearly everything a movie should have and what I like the most that it is so different. The style, the setting, the humour: I likes it all. I have never read a Watchmen comic, but I could follow the whole (awesome) plot, even though it's sometimes not easy. And...I think I will buy some of those Watchmen comic books....… Expand

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JustinN.Mar 6, 2009

The Watchmen is a very good movie and its not your typical comic book movie, which might disappoint some people. The graphic novel is still better then the movie, but you have to give it up to Zack Snyder for doing an exceptional job of The Watchmen is a very good movie and its not your typical comic book movie, which might disappoint some people. The graphic novel is still better then the movie, but you have to give it up to Zack Snyder for doing an exceptional job of making this movie on of the best comic book movies every made.… Expand

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MerryJ.Mar 6, 2009

Very visual, dark, and great to see more than once. one of the best of the year despite a lot of no name critics giving it a low rating.

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TimN.Mar 6, 2009

I'm starting to think you have to be a fan of the book to love this movie. Otherwise, it's just too much to process in one viewing.

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MarkW.Mar 6, 2009

An astounding adaptation to the big screen. Pitch perfect, accessible, entertaining, thought provoking. I just hate to say this but... I liked it better than the graphic novel. People will make noise and cry about it's departures from An astounding adaptation to the big screen. Pitch perfect, accessible, entertaining, thought provoking. I just hate to say this but... I liked it better than the graphic novel. People will make noise and cry about it's departures from the graphic novel but it's a movie. Hard choices needed to be made and the director et al made them well. Low points were the actress who played Jupiter (she looked 25 not 40) and Ozymandius. A couple of times the exposition was a little preachy. Overall, this movie is art for the masses.… Expand

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PaulR.Mar 6, 2009

Watchmen is Smart, Bloody, Soft Core Comic Book Porn with a Twisty 80's Soundtrack! Zac Snyder has given us a world in which costumed heroes are real and ugly and most assuredly human. He has done for the comic book movie what Alan Watchmen is Smart, Bloody, Soft Core Comic Book Porn with a Twisty 80's Soundtrack! Zac Snyder has given us a world in which costumed heroes are real and ugly and most assuredly human. He has done for the comic book movie what Alan Moore did for comics. If there is a flaw it is that Watchmen is just a little too real. It will be rejected by audiences accustomed to shiny happy heroes or those masked vigilantes that do their dark deeds in the shadows where we don't have to actually see the blood. The blood of Watchmen jets and flows, the bones break and crumble, flesh burns and the camera never looks away. These wounds don't miraculously heal leaving the heroes and the hero worshipers to deal with the mess.… Expand

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ChrisM.Mar 6, 2009

I am a long time and huge fan of the book and I was very happy with the film

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JasonMar 6, 2009

There really is one of best movies ever made. Regardless of whether you've read the comic or not you will enjoy this film. Great action , beautiful cinematography(imax even better) , a complex and engaging story (streamlined from the There really is one of best movies ever made. Regardless of whether you've read the comic or not you will enjoy this film. Great action , beautiful cinematography(imax even better) , a complex and engaging story (streamlined from the comic but they had to , the movie would be 10 hours long if they hadn't) I really feel that the director picked the best scene and the strongest moments to translate into film. Even the acting was perfect, particularly Rorschach. It really a movie you must see to believe.… Expand

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ToddB.Mar 6, 2009

This movie was fantastic. Best comic to film adaptation ever, and I enjoyed more than The Dark Knight. Visuals are inspired, music is fantastic, and great story. I can't wait to see it again. Kudos, Zack.

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ColinH.Mar 6, 2009

The Watchmen was visually beautiful, stunning almost throughout. Though I was annoyed at the few parts that were too long and odd flashback style (It annoyed me in the graphic novel as well), it had an amazing cast, great interpretation of The Watchmen was visually beautiful, stunning almost throughout. Though I was annoyed at the few parts that were too long and odd flashback style (It annoyed me in the graphic novel as well), it had an amazing cast, great interpretation of the novel and, most importantly, it weaved a story that left me thinking. I would recommend it to almost anyone who enjoys action movies, and those who enjoy superhero movies should see it twice.… Expand

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WilliamN.Mar 6, 2009

It was very entertaining if long, and unfortunately I knew going in that it would be long. Thank goodness I didn't have a lot of coffee going in...and ate well in advance...I've never actually read this book and I for the most part It was very entertaining if long, and unfortunately I knew going in that it would be long. Thank goodness I didn't have a lot of coffee going in...and ate well in advance...I've never actually read this book and I for the most part did care about it and the stories going on, all along the way...for the most part it worked...a few things I didn't so much care for, some story elements, where this person or that was from or whatever, but, a very well made film, you know, you can see it. From the Kubrick Strangelove War Room to all the music and stuff inbetween, tight, very righteous. Well done...but not all there...it did feel long. It is a credit however, now, I want to get a copy of the book and check it out...so, how good is that?… Expand

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ColeR.Mar 6, 2009

I am no comic nerd. I do like a good comic though and I thought this embodied the spirit and emotion of the original. I believed the characterizations and the acting without expending energy to suspend my disbelief. I am sure many will not I am no comic nerd. I do like a good comic though and I thought this embodied the spirit and emotion of the original. I believed the characterizations and the acting without expending energy to suspend my disbelief. I am sure many will not understand or cope well with the story's moral and ethical ambiguity. It may be this alone that could cause a poor rating in spite of it being a grade A comic conversion.… Expand

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AlexV.Mar 6, 2009

Unbelievable imagery and vision. Action pack sequences with romance in between. A true Masterpiece. The graphic novel will never be topped, but the movie gives a unique demonstration of Snyder's vivid imagination. Kudos to all cast and Unbelievable imagery and vision. Action pack sequences with romance in between. A true Masterpiece. The graphic novel will never be topped, but the movie gives a unique demonstration of Snyder's vivid imagination. Kudos to all cast and crew that developed an ultimate classic into an explosion of beauty phenomenon in 2 hours and 35 minutes. p.s. great job Tyler Bates with an INCREDIBLE soundtrack… Expand

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AtticusM.Mar 6, 2009

So visually compelling it was mind blowing. And Rorschach was perfect.

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TorinH.Mar 6, 2009

Incredible fidelity to the source material, and yet an experience unto itself. This film is an absolute must-see for any fan of the comic-hero genre.

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GTMar 6, 2009

Best.Superhero.Movie.Ever Not perfect, but still as good as anything in the genre. God to great acting, excellent special effects, the best opening credits I've ever seen in a movie that flew along despite a relatively long screen time. Best.Superhero.Movie.Ever Not perfect, but still as good as anything in the genre. God to great acting, excellent special effects, the best opening credits I've ever seen in a movie that flew along despite a relatively long screen time. Well done to Snyder and crew.… Expand

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DenebMar 6, 2009

With Watchman, the superhero genre in film has taken another couple steps forward and set the bar much higher than it was before. The emotional impact towards the film and initial impression is simply that it is amazing. Every detail within With Watchman, the superhero genre in film has taken another couple steps forward and set the bar much higher than it was before. The emotional impact towards the film and initial impression is simply that it is amazing. Every detail within the film, from the script, setting, atmosphere, special effects, character development, and narrative the film is superb. The director and writers should be given credit for understanding that material throughout.… Expand

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ShamusM.Mar 6, 2009

i think this was on of the best adaptions of a comic book to movies i have ever seen some things are changed and dropped from the comic but in the end they weren't necessary and it makes the plot and the overall message a lot clearer i think this was on of the best adaptions of a comic book to movies i have ever seen some things are changed and dropped from the comic but in the end they weren't necessary and it makes the plot and the overall message a lot clearer and a really good soundtrack… Expand

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DaveW.Mar 6, 2009

It could be better, but after all it´s a great history and a great film!

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PrestonEverettJ.Mar 6, 2009

Great adaptation of a slightly dated but well written graphic novel. Changes to the original story added relevance and made the ending much more believable and less silly. Brutally violent, well staged and shot, well adapted, could have used Great adaptation of a slightly dated but well written graphic novel. Changes to the original story added relevance and made the ending much more believable and less silly. Brutally violent, well staged and shot, well adapted, could have used a stronger hand in the cutting room floor (some backstory a little unnecessary even if it was in the graphic novel), but highly entertaining and still highly relevant in our fear dominated political scene.… Expand

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JuanF.Mar 6, 2009

Sets the new standard in adaptation while preserving the intent and spirit of the original comic.

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RickE.Mar 6, 2009

I think it's fair to judge a film for what it is I can't say that I have been disappointed. For anyone who feels that something was missing, there was. Pages and Pages of exposition in written form that Snyder tried to incorporate I think it's fair to judge a film for what it is I can't say that I have been disappointed. For anyone who feels that something was missing, there was. Pages and Pages of exposition in written form that Snyder tried to incorporate somewhere into the movie. His attention to detail should be applauded.… Expand

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DaveWhiteMar 6, 2009

If you haven't read the novel then you are most likely NOT going to enjoy the movie that much. It drags on and on. But being a fan of the original graphic and knowing the characters and plot already, I thought it was an excellentIf you haven't read the novel then you are most likely NOT going to enjoy the movie that much. It drags on and on. But being a fan of the original graphic and knowing the characters and plot already, I thought it was an excellent adaptation. Minus one gratuitous sex scene it was dead one what I hoped it would be.… Expand

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MarioV.Mar 6, 2009

The film was a great adaptation. I really enjoyed it visually. The story was well structured from what is a huge story. I really enjoyed it.

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WadeO.Mar 6, 2009

To anyone complaining about the change to the minor deus ex machina of the film, grow up. Realize that the squid is simply there as a catalyst and changing that catalyst does not effect the importance of the moment. I was worried by all of To anyone complaining about the change to the minor deus ex machina of the film, grow up. Realize that the squid is simply there as a catalyst and changing that catalyst does not effect the importance of the moment. I was worried by all of the nay saying around this film until I was utterly astonished by the faithful wonder of it all. No punches were pulled and there is nothing left out that I felt was absolutely necessary. Here's to anticipation of the directors cut.… Expand

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DanielMar 6, 2009

The movie stayed very faithful to the comic book. Though it was less dense, and less detailed, the final product was visually stunning, and overall a very enjoyable movie. If you liked the book, you will like the movie, as it is essentially The movie stayed very faithful to the comic book. Though it was less dense, and less detailed, the final product was visually stunning, and overall a very enjoyable movie. If you liked the book, you will like the movie, as it is essentially the book on screen.… Expand

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MattB.Mar 7, 2009

I enjoyed this movie very much, and everyone I know who read the book says that it followed it well, but with a changed end that worked very well still.

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ObieS.Mar 7, 2009

I thought is was great. it follows the comic pretty close. but for the non reader its just as entertaining.

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MattA.Mar 7, 2009

As a fan of the GN(although not a fanboy) I was skeptical about this film upon it's release. I just watched it today, and I was, surprisingly, satisfied. I never thought it would be as good as it was. The action was thrilling, if not a As a fan of the GN(although not a fanboy) I was skeptical about this film upon it's release. I just watched it today, and I was, surprisingly, satisfied. I never thought it would be as good as it was. The action was thrilling, if not a bit over done. The violence made me giddy with joy. The story holds up on its own, and includes the better parts of the Original source, however, anybody who has read it will surely miss at least one or two of their favorite moments. I can't wait for the Unrated version, or directors cut to come out. Then this may go up another point. Otherwise, i was thoroughly entertained by this adaptation.… Expand

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