Watchmen

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TaylorCMar 11, 2009

As a person that did not read the graphic novel before watching this movie, I had no idea what to expect. I read up on the the story and was quite hyped for the movie. Well, my expectations were blown away. This movie is epic and is one of As a person that did not read the graphic novel before watching this movie, I had no idea what to expect. I read up on the the story and was quite hyped for the movie. Well, my expectations were blown away. This movie is epic and is one of my favorite superhero movies ever. The story apparently translates really well to a movie and I feel that I could understand all the plot elements that many like me that hadn't read the novel could not understand. If you have not read the book, I suggest that you at least read up a little about the characters to understand the deep stories behind them. The characters are what tmakes the movie shine. Most of the characters are well acted, most of all by Jackie Earle Haley as Rorshach. He was incredible and played one of the most impressive roles I've seen in years. The violence is quite over-the-top and is pretty awesome if you like that kind of stuff. This movie is definitely not for children; along with the obscene amounts of violence there is also a lot of nudity and some language as well. The script is well written and Zack Snyder does a great job of directing everything. Everything fits in well. The movie is pretty long at 2 hours and 43 minutes, but it is well worth the ticket price and I highly suggest. If you consider yourself a nerd or a fan of superhero movies at all, this is a must-see.… Expand

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ShivaSMar 11, 2009

I really loved the movie and though it was an excellent adaptation of the book. If I hadn't read the book multiple times, I am sure I would have been much more confused as they are trying to pack so much plot in. But pretty much I really loved the movie and though it was an excellent adaptation of the book. If I hadn't read the book multiple times, I am sure I would have been much more confused as they are trying to pack so much plot in. But pretty much everything was done with excellence.… Expand

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johnlMar 11, 2009

I was a huge fan of 300, going into this i had the highest expectations because of the directing talent of zack snyde rbut this is honestly one of the WORST movies ive seen this year...i think its just getting so much hype because there isntI was a huge fan of 300, going into this i had the highest expectations because of the directing talent of zack snyde rbut this is honestly one of the WORST movies ive seen this year...i think its just getting so much hype because there isnt much else out right now...the only reason i am giving it a 2 is because it adapts the comic so well..i agree that its gritty and different but that doesnt mean that its entertaining..the movie just isnt very good and more often than not while watching it i just wanted it to end...wait for the dvd and wait for terminator or startrek.… Expand

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BestMar 11, 2009

I have never seen a movie that is as full of itself as this one. Arrogant, boring movie. I was also angered and saddened that the music from the brilliant film, Koyaanisqatsi, was used as a cheap dramatic boost in this movie. This movie I have never seen a movie that is as full of itself as this one. Arrogant, boring movie. I was also angered and saddened that the music from the brilliant film, Koyaanisqatsi, was used as a cheap dramatic boost in this movie. This movie claims to be original, but it's all glitz, no substance.… Expand

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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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CameronSMar 10, 2009

It was almost like the novel and i get that nowadays american public cannot sit or like a movie that makes you think that is what the american cinema once was in its hayday.

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DaveSMar 10, 2009

Utter crap... this could be the worst movie I have ever paid to see. For those that want to watch a movie for dialogue, emotion, human condition, etc... look elsewhere. Just read the reviews. It is mostly fanboys and homers who are giving it Utter crap... this could be the worst movie I have ever paid to see. For those that want to watch a movie for dialogue, emotion, human condition, etc... look elsewhere. Just read the reviews. It is mostly fanboys and homers who are giving it good reviews. So if you were the type that liked to doodle planes, and bombs, and people getting torn apart in elementary school this may be for you. However, with that said, you may as well watch those decapitation videos online instead. That way you can avoid the abortion that is everything else about this film.… Expand

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MichaelBMar 10, 2009

What can I say? I'm a huge fan of the book and was a total skeptic going in, but this film was better than I could have imagined. I've seen it twice, and you should, too.

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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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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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MaxLMar 10, 2009

It's way to referential and made the movie boring after the first half an hour. Too bad, nice effect and the visual is arresting but the movie as a movie isn't very good. Too many slo-mos.

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BruceCMar 10, 2009

An excellent superhero movie - and very faithful to the graphic novel. Be warned that it is full of gory violence, nudity, and sex. This is not Batman and Robin beat up the Joker.

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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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RobBMar 10, 2009

Big fan of the graphic novel and was amazed at how great a job the director did at staying true to the book. sooo many times in the movie i thought to myself how perfect it was. how exactly the same the scene was as in the book. rorschach i Big fan of the graphic novel and was amazed at how great a job the director did at staying true to the book. sooo many times in the movie i thought to myself how perfect it was. how exactly the same the scene was as in the book. rorschach i my new fav character. he was incredible. i really loved how all of the actors in the movie are pretty much no names. yes they have all done stuff before. but there isnt like a brad pit or any other big name in there. in my opinion that would have ruined the movie. I absolutely loved it. yes it was long but i only realized that when it was over and looked at my watch. I could have sat there longer. I cant wait for the blu ray.… Expand

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MattMar 10, 2009

I couldn't get the hype behind Snyder's "300" even after seeing it a few times, but this, I understand. "Watchmen" is the glossiest form of grit you could ever imagine; think "Taxi Driver" and "The Warriors" with the sensibilities I couldn't get the hype behind Snyder's "300" even after seeing it a few times, but this, I understand. "Watchmen" is the glossiest form of grit you could ever imagine; think "Taxi Driver" and "The Warriors" with the sensibilities of Stanley Kubrick. It isn't a masterpiece, but it's absolutely in the same league of "The Dark Knight" as far as truly great, gritty popcorn entertainment.… Expand

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GVBMar 10, 2009

I saw this movie at the midnight showing at the local theater. At around 3 in the morning, I walked out of the theater and thought, "It was.. OK." This is to all the people who say that "if you read the comic, you'll love the movie." I I saw this movie at the midnight showing at the local theater. At around 3 in the morning, I walked out of the theater and thought, "It was.. OK." This is to all the people who say that "if you read the comic, you'll love the movie." I say that it's almost the complete opposite. Fans of Alan Moore's masterpiece will be disappointed by the changes and by some of the casting. Speaking for myself, I really came into the theater with high hopes. I had read the comic only twice (a small number compared to the many other Watchmen fanatics), and had been psyched ever since the trailer first came out. Needless to say, I left the movie criticizing the film, even though I would never call it "bad." It just seems like the people who haven't read the comic are going to see it to gain respect points from people, or are going expecting another movie like Batman. This is not Batman; this is Watchmen, where superheroes don't exist. Real people exist, a concept that was left out of the movie adaption. Everyone's running around and doing all these superhuman things, the point gets lost that these are just ordinary people that don masks to fight crime for their own reasons. Another thing to the people that praise the soundtrack: What movie were you watching?? The soundtrack, by itself, is probably fine for any hipster's iPod. But the music in the film just felt disjointed and unnecessary (excluding Dylan's "The Times They Are a-Changin' "). I mean, "99 Luftballons"? That was laughable. And playing "Hallelujah" during one of the most awkward parts of the movie pulled a giggle out of the whole audience. I know that these were the songs quoted in the novel.. but numerous times, people have brought up what works in a comic doesn't always work in a movie. The soundtrack was one of those things. Please stop calling Snyder "visionary." He's made three movies, calm down. Looks like he traded story for heavy-handed punches and ludicrous fighting scenes, via slow-mo. This could've been a really good movie; the only thing that I count as a plus is that, hopefully, the film will get people to read the original comic. I won't say it's a bad movie, but it sure wasn't good.… Expand

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daemonmooreMar 10, 2009

I ranked it a three for the fight scenes, and that's it - what a waist of movie. Also, this movie is not for the non-comic book audience at all. This movie makes me wanna cuss...

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JamieLMar 10, 2009

I can appreciate the generally mixed critic reviews, but happen to side with those who liked the film immensely. For the record, I did not read the graphic novel, and I think I understood enough from the film in one viewing not to need to I can appreciate the generally mixed critic reviews, but happen to side with those who liked the film immensely. For the record, I did not read the graphic novel, and I think I understood enough from the film in one viewing not to need to read it. Had I read it, I would've been too busy nitpicking about what was changed or missing to actually enjoy the film (I also saw the first Harry Potter film before reading the books, and enjoyed the film a lot more as a result.) So in this case, ignorance is bliss. This was a long movie, but I didn't leave my seat, because every moment was exciting. I also found it was more entertaining and less plodding than "The Dark Knight," a film many are comparing it too. In some regards, "Knight" even feels blander in my memory, although I loved it. But perhaps that's why Dark Knight was so much less polarizing. It wasn't as risky.… Expand

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TFMar 10, 2009

I admit I never liked the original comic series, and this was forced on me by a group of friends the other night. I still think it's ridiculous, and seeing Dr Manhattan onscreen only increased that sentiment.

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JGMar 10, 2009

Ugh. Long. Boring. Laughable script. Laughable sex scene. I hated every character.

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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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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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JustinSMar 10, 2009

The first half hour of the movie is amazing, it rivals the Dark Knight but then the movie meanders through a familiar road: a dramatic Hollywood soap opera. The movie tries to fit in too many things without describing others. The movie The first half hour of the movie is amazing, it rivals the Dark Knight but then the movie meanders through a familiar road: a dramatic Hollywood soap opera. The movie tries to fit in too many things without describing others. The movie should have been two maybe even three parts. Oh and the acting is horrid (except the comedien and masked guy). Many of the scenes were laugable...pple kept shaking their heads in the theater.… Expand

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emilyaMar 10, 2009

This is possibly the most foul, violent, trite, morally reprehensible pastiche of American cinema ever. Even if I were blind to everything that is offensive about it, its pure aesthetic and entertainment merits alone are enough to make me This is possibly the most foul, violent, trite, morally reprehensible pastiche of American cinema ever. Even if I were blind to everything that is offensive about it, its pure aesthetic and entertainment merits alone are enough to make me want to nauseated. That it is earning millions of dollars in the box office and earning high ratings on every movie site suggests to me numerous choice reflections on American society. A brief, albeit comprehensive overview: So...the world is about to go into the last stages of annihilation and the only one that can save it is a blue full-frontal stand-in for god. The most eloquent ambassador that is sent on behalf of humankind is a leather booted large-breasted bimbo who stomps when she doesn't get her way? This is because our day-glo god left his loyal physicist wife for the tramp and apparently she is the most precious thing mankind has left to offer, even though she sluts it around with everyone else. Unfortunately for mankind, she seems more traumatized by the discovery of her illegitimate birth than the hundreds of millions of people that are about to die. But luckily for her, the people do get bombed to a grotesque withering mass death but we discover that her mother loves her so it's OK. It's offensive on every level imaginable. Pregnant women get shot. Women get raped, but return for more. Little girls are mutilated and fed to dogs, but this violence is justified by more violence (sound familiar?). Namely, in this case, the masked avenger hacking the kidnapper with an ax until there is nothing left but some bloody pulpy mass. But worse it doesn't just try to be gratuitous violence married with the most vulgar and cliché adolescent pornography--I'd let 300 slide--the sickening part is that it comports itself as a profound redemptive reflection on mankind. As if all that was done was justified by some shoddy mythological and not even arcane historical references and piss poor attempt at a discussion on Deism. The most ironic part of the film is its attempt to critique the violence and repulsive aspects of human nature but then perpetuates it by tainting the minds of anyone who watched with its filth. In my comfortable liberal existence, I never once considered censorship as an issue to be discussed, but I would happily censor this one. and, Anyone who enjoyed the movie should reconsider their consumptive and putrid existence.… Expand

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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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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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PierceFMar 10, 2009

I had never heard of watchmen until the trailer appeared on xbox live, I was glad i saw the film! It was very enjoyable if a little graphic and you did not need to know any background info to find the film enjoyable at all!

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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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TimH.Mar 10, 2009

Interesting CGI; terrible prosthetics. That having been said, devotees of the comic will applaud the meticulous duplication in script and cinematography, smile at the costumes and casting choices, and cringe at the ending. Newcomers to the Interesting CGI; terrible prosthetics. That having been said, devotees of the comic will applaud the meticulous duplication in script and cinematography, smile at the costumes and casting choices, and cringe at the ending. Newcomers to the franchise will merely scratch their heads. Your girlfriend will probably fall asleep. Watchmen suffocates under the weight of its own fidelity, choosing safety over audacity in an attempt to lull basement-dwellers into shelling out cash for an overblown directors-cut Blu Ray of a film that should have stayed unmade. This adaptation suffers the fate of any facsimile of greatness: the failure to exceed its own predecessor, instead basking rigidly in its roomy shadow. This movie is brilliance decaffeinated. Read the comic and rent Dark Knight instead.… Expand

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JustinFMar 10, 2009

Good movie. Had some really great parts in it but had some parts that seemed like they didn't belong as well. Didn't pull you into the story and make you feel what was going on. Really enjoyed the Dr. Manhattan backstory narrative Good movie. Had some really great parts in it but had some parts that seemed like they didn't belong as well. Didn't pull you into the story and make you feel what was going on. Really enjoyed the Dr. Manhattan backstory narrative though. I wouldn't put it anywhere near the far superior TDK though.… Expand

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TurnerMar 10, 2009

Just watched this for the second time, and enjoyed it vastly more the 2nd time. It's so true to the spirit of the graphic novel, it's a totally immersive experience. I really liked it the first viewing, but really loved it the Just watched this for the second time, and enjoyed it vastly more the 2nd time. It's so true to the spirit of the graphic novel, it's a totally immersive experience. I really liked it the first viewing, but really loved it the second. Can't wait for the blu-ray with all the additional scenes!… Expand

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jaykMar 9, 2009

Very long but very very interesting. there is some great philosophy behind this movie

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JeremyEMar 9, 2009

The first thing that u should know about this movie is that u HAVE to read the book first. The book is basically the exact same script as the movie, with very few things changed, but the things that are changed will leave you very confused The first thing that u should know about this movie is that u HAVE to read the book first. The book is basically the exact same script as the movie, with very few things changed, but the things that are changed will leave you very confused about the movie if you have not read the book. That being said, the book is definitely better, but the movie is still good. The acting is great, and the special effects are magnificent. My biggest gripe is the song selection. In the midst of all the blood and violence, a happy rock and roll song would be playing and totally kill the mood. *SPOILER* One more thing, the ending is very disappointing and anti-climactic.… Expand

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BenMar 9, 2009

If you can handle comic-based films, this one will not disappoint. Allow yourself to get lost.

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MihaiMar 9, 2009

I did not read the graphic novel, I may check it out in the future out of sheer curiosity. I love sci fi, and used to be well versed in a few comics. My review is just as biased as those that grew up on this graphic novel. This was such a I did not read the graphic novel, I may check it out in the future out of sheer curiosity. I love sci fi, and used to be well versed in a few comics. My review is just as biased as those that grew up on this graphic novel. This was such a visually complex film, but for me personally, nothing more than that. It was also unnecessarily violent. The tongue-in-cheek nature and what felt like 3+ hours of discourse on human society wore thin very quickly. Good adaptations usually are updated to match the times, this one was simply silly. If you're going to use modern martial arts, you might as well change up the characters so they're less corny. I haven't felt this frustrated (or _wanted_ to fall sleep) during a movie since Odd Couple II.… 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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MasonW.Mar 9, 2009

Why stay so faithful to the first half of the book...yet butcher the second half? What about Leonard Cohen's "Hallelujah" during the sex scene? Yikes...I mean I understand the joke since Dreiburg couldn't get it up but c'mon Why stay so faithful to the first half of the book...yet butcher the second half? What about Leonard Cohen's "Hallelujah" during the sex scene? Yikes...I mean I understand the joke since Dreiburg couldn't get it up but c'mon man. But hey it's just a movie folks. Can't wait for the super extended blu-ray myself.… Expand

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AntonioR.Mar 9, 2009

Some people will say that is bad, other will say that is good.. I only say that is a movie that you "have to See".

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JoshJ.Mar 9, 2009

I can't understand how any fan of the series or graphic novel wouldn't love this movie. The fidelity is incredible and the story is awesome to watch on the big screen. Rorschach is as perfectly realized in the film as he was on the I can't understand how any fan of the series or graphic novel wouldn't love this movie. The fidelity is incredible and the story is awesome to watch on the big screen. Rorschach is as perfectly realized in the film as he was on the page. The rest of the cast is fine, too. The criticism of the actors playing Nite Owl II and Silk Spectre II has been overly harsh, in my opinion. I'm looking forward to the director's cut DVD including the Black Freighter animation.… Expand

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JWMar 9, 2009

It makes "Dark Knight" look like Barney.

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C.Lo.Mar 9, 2009

The Watchmen, though enjoyable, was, to be quite honest, too long and drawn out. As some have already stated, if you've read the graphic novel and really enjoyed it, then you will probably love this movie. It is almost a perfect The Watchmen, though enjoyable, was, to be quite honest, too long and drawn out. As some have already stated, if you've read the graphic novel and really enjoyed it, then you will probably love this movie. It is almost a perfect adaptation of the graphic novel, which I found to be pretty good, though I purposefully did not read to the end so the movie would surprise me. To be frank, the first 3/4 of the movie are quite awesome, and the last 1/4 of the movie is a complete disappointment. Not to mention, Dr. Manhattan (the blue guy) is completely naked the whole movie and is exposed, which blinded me through parts of the movie (if he was having sex, it woulda been intriguing, but no, he was just hanging out. That's really enjoyable). There were many slow scenes unless Rorschach was involved, and my girlfriend even fell asleep twice during the movie. I did enjoy the story (not including the ending), the opening is amazing, Rorschach is a beast, and then... Matthew Goode's acting was terrible. Just plain awful. There are many more things to be said, but the movie was, on the whole, a let down (and i saw it at IMAX), Enjoyable, somewhat worth seeing, but if you're expecting THE next movie, wait for G.I. Joe or Transformers 2 (or Wolverine or Terminator..)… Expand

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GunnerL.Mar 9, 2009

this was an incredible movie. beatifully designed and fully realized. beats the heck out of the dozens of other super hero movies that are "decent fliks" this movie portrays the brutal reality of the realm of super heroes. a bit lengthy but this was an incredible movie. beatifully designed and fully realized. beats the heck out of the dozens of other super hero movies that are "decent fliks" this movie portrays the brutal reality of the realm of super heroes. a bit lengthy but a MUST SEE!… Expand

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JargeM.Mar 9, 2009

Good film for a team in a hard situation. Too much like the novel makes people unhappy, not like it enough makes people unhappy. For those of you looking for action and fighting, this is not the movie. This a movie that is a philosophical Good film for a team in a hard situation. Too much like the novel makes people unhappy, not like it enough makes people unhappy. For those of you looking for action and fighting, this is not the movie. This a movie that is a philosophical meditation on heroics, just like the book.… Expand

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FredF.Mar 9, 2009

I saw the movie before reading the book, and it's amazing. I'm currently halfway through the book and I'm amazed by how closely the filmmakers actually stuck with it... Great movie.

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PaulCMar 9, 2009

Loved the novel, hate the movie.

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JoeL.Mar 9, 2009

"I'm not locked in here with you. You're Locked In Here With Me!" - Quote of the month.

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JoeE.Mar 9, 2009

Plan on seeing it multiple times.

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PeteC.Mar 9, 2009

Just because this is a superhero movie doesn't mean that it's for kids! Nor does it mean that it will be a happy-go-lucky film. This is a dark story. And it has tons of convolutions and characters. To parse it down to its length Just because this is a superhero movie doesn't mean that it's for kids! Nor does it mean that it will be a happy-go-lucky film. This is a dark story. And it has tons of convolutions and characters. To parse it down to its length now is amazing. People who complain about length are the same who have no appreciation for the original text. To me, the critics who are complaining about this movie should also complain about "Macbeth" because they "talk funny" in it. This movie was great, and I applaud Synder's application of it onto film.… Expand

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BobS.Mar 9, 2009

This may be the worst movie I ever saw. I saw 3 couples leave before it ended. I was determined to see the end. I kept thinking how great "300" was and that this director might never work again after this. It was a high budget train wreck. This may be the worst movie I ever saw. I saw 3 couples leave before it ended. I was determined to see the end. I kept thinking how great "300" was and that this director might never work again after this. It was a high budget train wreck. The acting was ok. But the story was disappointing. The sex scene was like a bad porn movie. This should have been R for the violence and sex. I can compare it as worse than the Ang Lee "Hulk" movie for the comic book genre.… Expand

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TonyMar 9, 2009

Let me start off by saying I love comic book based movies as well as the movie 300, but I have to warn people that this movie was terrible. The cast had no chemistry together and there was way to much information to process. The only Let me start off by saying I love comic book based movies as well as the movie 300, but I have to warn people that this movie was terrible. The cast had no chemistry together and there was way to much information to process. The only character that I thought did a great job was the one with the ink on his mask. In the end I regret having wached it.… Expand

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ArtG.Mar 9, 2009

I rate this as 0 because zero is not a number its a place holder. I just finished watching it and I can't describe in any meaningful way what I just saw or what I thought about it. The violence makes Braveheart seem tame. I've seen I rate this as 0 because zero is not a number its a place holder. I just finished watching it and I can't describe in any meaningful way what I just saw or what I thought about it. The violence makes Braveheart seem tame. I've seen enough demi god blue penis to last a lifetime. I was compeled to finish it even though I had a strong inclination to walk out early on. I walked into the theater without any preconceived notions other than the ad looked cool. I didn't know it was based on a comic book much less read it. I may read it now to try and get a grasp on what I just witnessed. Those inclined to nightmares should avoid it. I would have rated it "x" for the violence and full on intercourse. I had better not catch anyone taking their young kids to this "comic book" movie!!!… Expand

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DragobertH.Mar 9, 2009

Many classic movies are not received well on release, but rise in critics' appreciation with the test of time - Watchman may be one of these films. I took a group of teenagers to the screening and figured I'd be bored to sleep. Many classic movies are not received well on release, but rise in critics' appreciation with the test of time - Watchman may be one of these films. I took a group of teenagers to the screening and figured I'd be bored to sleep. Instead I found a morally, intellectually, and (surprisingly) emotionally challenging SciFi flick, with great plot, action, humor, character development and cinematography. Even the sex and ultraviolence were (mostly) not overdone and appropriate within the context of the story and graphic novel form. It was with relief when I saw highly respected critics such as Roger Ebert also got it - and my kids rated it a 10! Caution: not recommended for teens unable to handle R rated material.… Expand

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LeeW.Mar 9, 2009

Forget the fact that this movie was long and tedious. Forget the fact that the make up was poor and the action was sadistic and cruel. Clockwork Orange was cruel but made an important statement about society. People will forgive flaws in a Forget the fact that this movie was long and tedious. Forget the fact that the make up was poor and the action was sadistic and cruel. Clockwork Orange was cruel but made an important statement about society. People will forgive flaws in a movie if the story touches them. Alan Moore wrote the graphic novel as a satire of fascism, but conversely this movie is a testament to it. Perhaps this is why Moore sued to not have the movie made. The basic point of this movie is that the ends justify the means, and genocide is OK because people of superior intellect know better than we do, and should make decisions such as genocide to protect us from ourselves. What garbage!!! People who love power for the sake of power will love this film. People who fantasize about rape and torture will love this film. Adolf Hitler would have been the biggest fan. The movie proves all of his points about people and society and what should be done. As a film maker, I rarely wish to see a movie fail. But this movie is against everything I believe it, and it's very sad what it teaches young people.… Expand

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AnonymousMCMar 9, 2009

Having read the graphic novel I was not expecting the movie to be of the same importance to film as it was to graphic novels and comics. I feel that with the time the studio gave the director he did a great job. Ideally it could have been aHaving read the graphic novel I was not expecting the movie to be of the same importance to film as it was to graphic novels and comics. I feel that with the time the studio gave the director he did a great job. Ideally it could have been a mini-series with the same or a bigger budget, but what company, especially in this economy, would risk that on a mini-series. I agree that some of the music choices were questionable. I also think that Ozymandias should have been portrayed as less of a mean character, at the end of the book he still questions if he did the right thing, giving him a more human and less robotic quality. Still though I really enjoyed the movie!… Expand

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AlexL.Mar 9, 2009

Very good movie...but won't be great until the Directors Cut is released.

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BethMar 9, 2009

I really enjoyed this movie. The visuals were fantastic, and I loved the musical choices. I haven't read the graphic novel (but I'll make sure to get to it now) but the movie definitely stands on it's own.

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TheCaptainMar 9, 2009

A movie that would be more perfect if it were less of a special effects super hero movie and were a little more about the people. Still, it's a great story and one that makes more sense in a literal way than most Hollywood movies with A movie that would be more perfect if it were less of a special effects super hero movie and were a little more about the people. Still, it's a great story and one that makes more sense in a literal way than most Hollywood movies with their focus-group tested endings.… Expand

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NamK>Mar 9, 2009

I could not believe that this movie was even put on screen. I brought my boys to watch it as I see many parents did thinking it another super hero movie and was shocked to fins it was just a soft porn movie.

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SchmidtyTMar 9, 2009

The movie was not as great of an experience as reading Watchmen, but Snyder did a commendable job of making the classic graphic novel come to life. Most of those who dissed this film probably didn't even read the original comic. I would The movie was not as great of an experience as reading Watchmen, but Snyder did a commendable job of making the classic graphic novel come to life. Most of those who dissed this film probably didn't even read the original comic. I would say it's definitely better than most of the comic adapted films that have come out over the past decade, with the exception of Sin City and The Dark Night.… Expand

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SethM.Mar 9, 2009

My wife and I both loved this film. I've been a fan of Moore for years, and the only familiarity she had with The Watchmen was seeing it on our book shelf. The film adaptation manages to stay true to the original and still entertain the My wife and I both loved this film. I've been a fan of Moore for years, and the only familiarity she had with The Watchmen was seeing it on our book shelf. The film adaptation manages to stay true to the original and still entertain the uninitiated. It did not feel long and the nudity and violence are consistent with the source material. I'm not giving a 10 because I would rather have seen the invasion ending from the novel, although I understand why it was changed. Highly recommended to adults.… Expand

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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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RickeyR.Mar 9, 2009

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

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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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JacobP.Mar 9, 2009

People who give this movie a low rating are either fans of the comic who are angry that they didn't make the film like it was in their own head. This is the best movie I've seen in a long, long time. It blows 'Dark People who give this movie a low rating are either fans of the comic who are angry that they didn't make the film like it was in their own head. This is the best movie I've seen in a long, long time. It blows 'Dark Knight' out of the water.… Expand

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YitzhakMar 9, 2009

Too violent, and the musical choices are atrocious - but I enjoyed it greatly.

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JCMar 9, 2009

i dont understand why people didnt like this movie, my only complaint was that it was so long
it stuck to the source material for the most part, the action was great, and zack snyder actually showed the characters history and problems whichi dont understand why people didnt like this movie, my only complaint was that it was so long
it stuck to the source material for the most part, the action was great, and zack snyder actually showed the characters history and problems which is something i expected him to ditch in favor of more action scenes.
people just dont want to like this movie, ask one person and theyll say its not enough like the graphic novel, ask someone else and theyll say it was too much of a direct interpretation. some people say its too long, others say it wasnt long enough. People are just really bitchy and half no attention span, thats why a lot of people didnt like this movie, i mean the acting was freakin great, people bitched that some of the characters were emotionless, BECAUSE THATS HOW THEY WERE IN THE NOVEL YOU IDIOTS. Snyder just tried too hard to please everyone, but honestly, this has to be the best interpretation of a graphic novel or comic book ever made, and before any of you even think the words The Dark Knight, yeah it was great but it really had almost nothing to do with the comics except for the character names. So if you are thinking of going to see watchmen, just be prepared for a long movie and if theres not a fight scene every 5 minutes, dont bitch about it just because you have A-D-fuckin-D… Expand

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DavidW.Mar 9, 2009

An outstanding achievement. Zach Snyder may not be an original, but he understands what makes his source material great and brings it brilliantly to life on the big screen. The film is wonderfully cast, especially Jackie Earle Haley as Rorschach.

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KarlD.Mar 9, 2009

I give the benefit of the doubt to those who read the graphic novel. I haven't, and so I really was looking forward to see this on the big screen because it seemed interesting. The movie is a total bore, pointless, overlong, and no I give the benefit of the doubt to those who read the graphic novel. I haven't, and so I really was looking forward to see this on the big screen because it seemed interesting. The movie is a total bore, pointless, overlong, and no action whatsoever except for 2-3 fights which we have seen already in dozens of films. There were times when scenes were so boring and long that I was falling asleep. Maybe for those who read the graphic novel this was an amazing movie, perhaps if I read it in the first place and discovered that Watchmen is this load of crap I wouldn't have seen the movie. The only thing interesting in the whole film was the character Rorschach since I love anti-heroes in movies, and of coarse the visual effects. I can't believe the good ratings I'm seeing from users for such a pointless and boring film.… Expand

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EricE.Mar 9, 2009

This movie, visually was beautiful as is 300. But the plot, story line and everything else was ooo sooo boring...the opening fight scene may indeed be the best scene. Dr. Manhattan spoke in the most non comprehensive language that most peopleThis movie, visually was beautiful as is 300. But the plot, story line and everything else was ooo sooo boring...the opening fight scene may indeed be the best scene. Dr. Manhattan spoke in the most non comprehensive language that most people will ask..WTF??? is he saying...did not care about the nudity at all...the costume heros were retards, except Rorshack...the antagonist of the movie, fought one time and that was against his super hero friends...30-45 mins into this movie i was dozing off...very very boring.… Expand

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TomBagbyMar 9, 2009

I actually have seen this movie three times already. The people who give it 0 obviously have no brain or semblance of thought processes. This movie is great and the soundtrack is amazing. Go see it, it is amazing

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L.O.A.Mar 9, 2009

Reveling in the fetishism and fascism of superhero comics, this is a horrific, brutal, sleazy film about what it means to live in a horrific, brutal, sleazy world. And how we can try to make it better in the face of insurmountable odds. Go Reveling in the fetishism and fascism of superhero comics, this is a horrific, brutal, sleazy film about what it means to live in a horrific, brutal, sleazy world. And how we can try to make it better in the face of insurmountable odds. Go off the deep end and kill in the name of the greater good? Or just try and remember what it means to be a human being in love? Ten years from now it will no doubt be universally praised.… Expand

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MARIANNER.Mar 9, 2009

This movie was nothing but a super hero porn flick. It had no plot, and I was quite embarrassed to take my children to see this movie. If this is what the comic books are about, I am glad my kids aren't into them.

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MarkO.Mar 9, 2009

Unrelentingly unpleasant... a masterpiece of misspent energy and appallingly bad artistic decisions... When the movie ended I felt desperately sad for all the people who worked on this film. What is with Zack Snyder's fetish for the Unrelentingly unpleasant... a masterpiece of misspent energy and appallingly bad artistic decisions... When the movie ended I felt desperately sad for all the people who worked on this film. What is with Zack Snyder's fetish for the sound of breaking bones? As bored and repelled as I was by the entire mess, I was nonetheless struck by what has to be the greatest moment of cinematic stupidity in history: Ozymandias, the "smartest man in the world," has secured his entire computer network with a password that is [spoiler omitted].… Expand

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FeliciaN.Mar 9, 2009

I loved it. I'm new to the comics, having only read the first two, and I still loved it. Even the ending change (I read the Wikipedia entry for it) is acceptable. Butler does an amazing job of adapting comics because he is faithful to I loved it. I'm new to the comics, having only read the first two, and I still loved it. Even the ending change (I read the Wikipedia entry for it) is acceptable. Butler does an amazing job of adapting comics because he is faithful to the original works, adding his artistry in the amazing camera work, editing and sleekness of his movies. Personally, I would like him to be the designated comic book adapter in Hollywood, because he's so good at it. Fat chance, but a girl can dream. I did think the sex scene was a bit much, because I think the same ideas could have been portrayed without showing it so graphically. Yes it is a natural human behavior, but it's a private one! I like it that way. You can suggest it by showing faces, and limbs just as well. IMHO. Dr. Manhattan. Folks, get a grip. It's a penis, OMG run for the hills. Why is a penis so abhorrent to us when the female form is used so often and so blatantly to no such outcry? But I digress. His nudity was very in keeping with what he has become. Again, right on the money with the comic. The gore was a bit much, could have been artfully implied without actual entrails hanging from the ceiling, but again, faithful to the comic. As for the plot line of the film, I love it too. It's not the normal comic hero movie. It's an idea of what real people in hero costumes would be like. They would not be mythical, nearly perfect people who are in near perfect harmony with each other on issues of good and evil. I think Moore has a very real understanding of human nature, and it's not pretty. But it is real. I love Rorschach. Holy crap, was he perfect. I did not for one second question that he WAS Rorschach. Just brilliant. You don't like it fine. But don't bash it just because it wasn't the action flick you thought it was. Try looking into the movies you want to see, to see what they are really about, don't just take the previews word for it. The preview is not the movie, and one should not be judged on the merits of the other.… Expand

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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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EthanB,Mar 9, 2009

Don't believe the negative reviews. Dense and very visual film. A hard 'R' rating but necessary. Faithful to the comic. Necessary omissions and over-simplifications for movie format. Still miss the giant squid though.

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JohnBMar 9, 2009

The movie is not a epic masterpiece but it's a worth while gritty comic/action film. It's not for the family, hence it's "R" rating. Don't be fooled by the superhero comic book setting. However, the biggest downside to The movie is not a epic masterpiece but it's a worth while gritty comic/action film. It's not for the family, hence it's "R" rating. Don't be fooled by the superhero comic book setting. However, the biggest downside to the film is that it just doesn't draw you in enough, particularly for the characters. It doesn't explain who the super heros are, or why you should care for them. With the exception of Rorschach, who received a good amount of air time and back story. It's not great, but it's certainly not at terrible as some of these reviews are coming in at. "Gratuitous sex"? There's like one 2 min sex scene in a 3 hour film. Hardly "gratuitous". Though, I've seen enough blue penis' to last me a lifetime.… Expand

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JohnQ.Mar 9, 2009

There needs to be a rating higher than R for this stuff. Hero plot and character development are buried (ironically) underneath an amoral, hyperviolent and sexualized presentation. The violation and destruction of a little girl should be There needs to be a rating higher than R for this stuff. Hero plot and character development are buried (ironically) underneath an amoral, hyperviolent and sexualized presentation. The violation and destruction of a little girl should be off limits, shunned, in any media. Period. I have a brain, as well as reason and a conscience. This ain't art, its trash. If you like this movie you need your head examined.… Expand

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LizzieS.Mar 9, 2009

Big fan of the book, and this far surpassed my expectations.

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DaneDayMar 9, 2009

Rorschach made this movie, all in all it was an epic success.

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ChrisG.Mar 9, 2009

I have never read the book, although I had heard a little bit about it, that said here is my review. Good plot, interesting characters, but a bit to dark for my tastes. The story is very deep, and it is not your typical superhero move. If I have never read the book, although I had heard a little bit about it, that said here is my review. Good plot, interesting characters, but a bit to dark for my tastes. The story is very deep, and it is not your typical superhero move. If you go into it thinking its going to be another iron man or spiderman, you will be shocked. You really have to pay attention to follow the plot, this is not for light viewing. Think of this as a cross between batman begins and sin city. Superheros in a dark, brutal world filled with uncertainty. Downside, the movie moves slowly at times, the movie may be a bit to much like the book to really do well with audiences. If you are uncertain about if you want to see this, I suggest you wait for it to be a rental, then watch it a couple of times, if you can. You will get much more out of it.… 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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ZachD.Mar 9, 2009

They changed a few things from the novel, but it didn't really change the experience that much. Yes, they changed the ending, and yes, they left things out. But, had they not done those things, the movie would have been 5 hours long. They changed a few things from the novel, but it didn't really change the experience that much. Yes, they changed the ending, and yes, they left things out. But, had they not done those things, the movie would have been 5 hours long. Also, how can you complain about a movie being 163 minutes when movies like Titanic and the Godfather are longer and supposedly two of the best movies ever made? When I plop down $9 for a movie ticket, I WANT it to be long, especially when it's material that I'm 90% sure I'll enjoy. I'm not one for scenes of gore and brutality, and I could have done without that. But overall, this was a great movie that did the novel justice. I'm REALLY looking forward to when the Blu-ray comes out with the extended version that supposedly will include some of the omitted material from the novel!… 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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MicheleA.Mar 9, 2009

Amazing movie...different from the graphic novel but delicious.

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DanaM.Mar 9, 2009

I really tried to like this movie. I really did. But there was little redeeming value in this movie. Very brutal with gratuitious sex. And this movie was WAY too long. Torturous. Save your money.

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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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MattMcleanMar 9, 2009

This film is abysmal. Horrible pace, pointless plot, awkward acting, one of the worst and most uncomfortable sex scenes I've ever seen, and stilted uncomfortable action. And its long. Very long. Do not believe the people who give thisThis film is abysmal. Horrible pace, pointless plot, awkward acting, one of the worst and most uncomfortable sex scenes I've ever seen, and stilted uncomfortable action. And its long. Very long. Do not believe the people who give this positive reviews, its not clever, its not engaging, and it's certainly NOT a masterpiece. I saw this at an Imax preview in Perth, WA. About 30 people walked out... enough said. Avoid at all costs.… Expand

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AnonymousMCMar 8, 2009

You should not have to read the source material to enjoy a movie. It's pretty much a requirement here. Once you get over the initial geek out moments of seeing your favorite characters come to life (well...they aren't reallyYou should not have to read the source material to enjoy a movie. It's pretty much a requirement here. Once you get over the initial geek out moments of seeing your favorite characters come to life (well...they aren't really brought to life...at least not well) you slowly see that the movie is boring and soulless. Alan Moore was right, the graphic novel is unfilmable.… Expand

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RoseP.Mar 8, 2009

Gleeful brutality cloaked in incredibly phony philosophizing. Repulsive. And incomprehensible to anyone not familiar with the source material. I hated this movie with the heat of a thousand suns.

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AdamG.Mar 8, 2009

To Daren M: I understand that it doesn't come across in the movie (lots of things don't), but because you get to see so many more things tangential to the plot in the book, it becomes clear why Dr. Manhattan doesn't wear the To Daren M: I understand that it doesn't come across in the movie (lots of things don't), but because you get to see so many more things tangential to the plot in the book, it becomes clear why Dr. Manhattan doesn't wear the thong all the time. Through flashbacks, we get to see how Dr. Manhattan loses his humanity to become what his is at the time of the action. as this progression continues, he loses more and more clothes. His nudity is a symbol for his lost humanity; he no longer sees the point of covering oneself. He still does it when appearing in public, but when the masses won't be viewing him he sees it as unnecessary. It wasn't just Zack Snyder wanting to toss in a guy's junk all over a film.… Expand

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CestL.Mar 8, 2009

Simply a bad movie for many reasons. It's not easy to make a super hero movie boring but they managed it here. Stupid, vapid, meaningless sex scenes, stilted preachy dialogue, just cliches galore. I loved 300 but about the only positive Simply a bad movie for many reasons. It's not easy to make a super hero movie boring but they managed it here. Stupid, vapid, meaningless sex scenes, stilted preachy dialogue, just cliches galore. I loved 300 but about the only positive aspect here is the soundtrack. What a waste!… Expand

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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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JoeT.Mar 8, 2009

As along time watchmen fan, I am disgusted with Zack Snyder's Watchmen. The acting is appalling, the writing terrible, and the music off. The violence in this film is excessive, grotesque and serves no real purpose. This story is based As along time watchmen fan, I am disgusted with Zack Snyder's Watchmen. The acting is appalling, the writing terrible, and the music off. The violence in this film is excessive, grotesque and serves no real purpose. This story is based on characters, and the movie disregards that by giving the viewer bad writers and bad actors. I love the book, but the movie was awful. Also, for all you that gave this a good rating, I have one thing to say: "Joking, of course."… Expand

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BrunoMazzolliMar 8, 2009

A flawless adaptation of the graphic novel, underrated by those who were expecting the next Dark Knight from a movie that is really on another intellectual level. This film may not offer more than the original work did, but it's an A flawless adaptation of the graphic novel, underrated by those who were expecting the next Dark Knight from a movie that is really on another intellectual level. This film may not offer more than the original work did, but it's an amazing and thought-provoking film by itself.… Expand

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BedbathMar 8, 2009

never read the comic, but felt like it was too long, and Dr. Manhattan was boring... he was more of a robot than anything... i understand he's thinking on 8 planes of existence, but would have preferred something a bit more ominous to never read the comic, but felt like it was too long, and Dr. Manhattan was boring... he was more of a robot than anything... i understand he's thinking on 8 planes of existence, but would have preferred something a bit more ominous to make the character interesting.… Expand

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PVMar 8, 2009

I can't believe people have given this a 10. You fanboys need to understand that even if it's a good adaptation of the comic, it doesn't make this a good movie. Most of the acting sucked, the action scenes were weak and the I can't believe people have given this a 10. You fanboys need to understand that even if it's a good adaptation of the comic, it doesn't make this a good movie. Most of the acting sucked, the action scenes were weak and the story was dull. I want my 3hrs back.… Expand

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DPiddyMar 8, 2009

Seemed too long and yet still crammed with a lot of uninteresting moments... Like everyone is just going through the motions and not taking time to focus at key moments that would motivate the audience to care about any of the characters. Seemed too long and yet still crammed with a lot of uninteresting moments... Like everyone is just going through the motions and not taking time to focus at key moments that would motivate the audience to care about any of the characters. The visuals are the saving grace, obviously.… Expand

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BobbyNizMar 8, 2009

a 9.2 to be specific,
great soundtrack,
i just read a shitload of shitty reviews for the movie wah wah wah about it being a)too gory (then go see high school musical3) b)too much sex scene (then go see coraline) c) they left so much outa 9.2 to be specific,
great soundtrack,
i just read a shitload of shitty reviews for the movie
wah wah wah about it being a)too gory (then go see high school musical3) b)too much sex scene (then go see coraline) c) they left so much out (true, but you try to fit the epicness that is watchmen into 2 hrs and 45 min and see what you have to leave beind. the original was 3hrs 45 min i would have sat for that and would have been thoroughly pleased. there is a lot cut out but that it what you get with movie adaptations.) d) they changed the ending (yeah i know, i like the monster better HOWEVER, not too bad switch either, in fact i thought people who havent read the book would like it a bit more.) /rant

anyway
a really good movie
saw it in Imax
would pay to see it again and buy merch
oh and by far the most idiotic reviewer on this website "Daren M."… Expand

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DavidK.Mar 8, 2009

Faithful to the comic, movie was interesting and moved smoothly between the different characters.

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