Watchmen

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CollinP.Mar 8, 2009

I have to respectfully disagree with someone's assessment below regarding the movies "gratuitous sexual scenes and nudity". The Dr. Manhattan "penis" shots were not gratuitous by any means, they were simply shots of him walking around. I have to respectfully disagree with someone's assessment below regarding the movies "gratuitous sexual scenes and nudity". The Dr. Manhattan "penis" shots were not gratuitous by any means, they were simply shots of him walking around. Hardly sexual, merely biologically natural. Secondly, the sex scenes involving Silk Spectre were far from gratuitous, they were side shot intercourse scenes with limited nudity, and nothing more than stylized sexual thrusting. Finally, I'm much more disturbed by the fact that this bothered you more than the excessive gory violence that occurred throughout this movie. I mean, limbs getting cut off, heads getting impaled. I would much rather that my child saw a little nudity and some sex scenes (which are natural human qualities and biological functions), than disgusting nihilistic violence (which is not a natural human function, and only breads hate and desensitization to the movie-watching crowd). The American public has it all wrong. While we should make sure that our children are indeed protected from adult sexual material, we should be much more concerned with the graphic violence that has permeated our culture and allowed people to grow sadly tolerant of it. That being said, the movie was indeed a faithful, wonderful adaptation of the novel, with only a few points lacking (i.e., the depth of some of the characters was never realized). I thoroughly enjoyed the beginning montage as well, it was quite a spectacle to behold!… Expand

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SteveK.Mar 8, 2009

It's good. It's not the best superhero move ever made, and its not the best action movie ever, it's not the greatest character-driven movie ever, and it doesn't have the best plot. But that doesn't mean it It's good. It's not the best superhero move ever made, and its not the best action movie ever, it's not the greatest character-driven movie ever, and it doesn't have the best plot. But that doesn't mean it doesn't work for what it is, and that doesn't mean it's not done well. The critics missed the point - it's a comic book on screen, and one that's pretty fun to watch. Don't worry about it, and you'll probably like it.… Expand

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AlistairM.Mar 8, 2009

As close as you could get to the Graphic novel in 2 1/2 hours of time. Rorschach was as close to perfect as could be expected. It would seem no one has a problem with female nudity, but it would seem if you have a problem with male nudity As close as you could get to the Graphic novel in 2 1/2 hours of time. Rorschach was as close to perfect as could be expected. It would seem no one has a problem with female nudity, but it would seem if you have a problem with male nudity there are a few scenes you may be uncomfortable with. If you read the Graphic novel however, you will know what to expect. Zack Snyder delivered a great revisioning of the printed work.… Expand

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MarkF.Mar 8, 2009

Personally I enjoyed it very much. I've always been a fan of the graphic novel and consequently I understood the back-stories, histories and ideals behind the movie. However, I can also see how people who haven't read the novel Personally I enjoyed it very much. I've always been a fan of the graphic novel and consequently I understood the back-stories, histories and ideals behind the movie. However, I can also see how people who haven't read the novel could quite easily find themselves lost within the various layers and story arcs. I did find the character development not as involving as the comics, but that was only to be expected within the time constraints of a feature film. It's one of those movies that will make more sense the second or third time of watching, when you can pick up on the little intricacies that are woven into the plot. Very enjoyable if you've read the graphic novel or can stay focused for the full 160 odd minutes. A mention has to go to the brilliant performance by Jackie Earle Haley as Rorschach too.… Expand

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TrevorMar 8, 2009

I'm quite mystified by SOME of the negative reviews suggesting that people who haven't read the original won't get into this. I came to the movie with only the faintest idea of what it was all about, and found it utterly I'm quite mystified by SOME of the negative reviews suggesting that people who haven't read the original won't get into this. I came to the movie with only the faintest idea of what it was all about, and found it utterly fascinating and quite unlike any other movie I've seen. That alone is refreshing. It is definitely unlike the standard Hollywood 'comic book' film. I hadn't seen any promos, so I can understand that if people thought this was an action movie they would be disappointed. It's not an action movie. It is so much more. An exploration of characters struggling to make sense of their purpose in the world.… Expand

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RicC.Mar 8, 2009

I don't really see what the problem everyone has with it being faithful to the source material - It's fans of a comic or tv show that generally provide the drive to make the movie in the first place, what's wrong with making a I don't really see what the problem everyone has with it being faithful to the source material - It's fans of a comic or tv show that generally provide the drive to make the movie in the first place, what's wrong with making a movie that actually pleases them? Would the Xmen movies have existed if they hadn't sold thousands of comics to practically rabid fans? Or the ever-successful Dark Knight? And yet they only seem to be universally well-received when they are noticeably changed from the original material - I loved the comic when I first read it, and got more out of a re-read than I ever have out of any other comic - The idea of peace coming at such a heavy cost raising an ever-relevant question of what, exactly, is actually right - Costumed vigilantes are portrayed as HUMAN, not just a one-dimensional boy scout in tights who never has more than a one-shot, easy-to-solve moral quandary. It goes against the standard formula for a comic movie, basically because the original was written by Alan Moore, a write who stands so far away from the rest of comic writers with his gritty, realistic storywork. So the movie isn't something totally different to the comic. I frankly wouldn't go to see a movie called Watchmen if I thought I was getting an atrocity like Spider-man 3 or Constantine, movies only really associated with the comics of origin by similar names of some of the characters, when you get down to it. Watchmen was exactly what something produced from the comic could only, and had to, be - a near-perfect reproduction. Jackie Earl Haley made me love Rorschach all over again, and Patrick Wilson perfectly captured Nite-Owls insecurity and the intrinsic sadness that he always seemed to carry in the comic stayed with the character - Manhattan's nudity isn't something I had a problem with, though due to certain alterations to the ending and elsewhere, many of the biblical links that his gradual 'de-clothing' was meant to show are missed or glossed over, which, while a little sad, is completely understandable - I didn't have the required seven hours it would have taken to tell properly. Near-perfect, only gets a nine because they changed the ending.… Expand

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GusMar 8, 2009

Synder knows how to shoot a sleek, clinical action sequence with exaggerated physics and gorgeous ballet-like twisting and turning of bodies. But he knows nothing about the subtleties of human emotion. He is a lousy dramatist who depends on Synder knows how to shoot a sleek, clinical action sequence with exaggerated physics and gorgeous ballet-like twisting and turning of bodies. But he knows nothing about the subtleties of human emotion. He is a lousy dramatist who depends on dumb Hollywood convention to create character. His actors don't gel. They look hogtied, uninspired and shallow, as if they are walking through the motions like some robot. There are moments of overdone violence that jars the audience back, who don't need anymore help to feel distant from the story. A story, by the way, which is a pretentious mess of pseudo-philosophical nonsense.… Expand

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ToddR.Mar 8, 2009

As a fan of the book I was impressed by the attention to detail and how much of the book made it into the film. I don't know mainstream audiences will like it; it's dense, dark, long and filled with moral ambiguity. In some ways As a fan of the book I was impressed by the attention to detail and how much of the book made it into the film. I don't know mainstream audiences will like it; it's dense, dark, long and filled with moral ambiguity. In some ways it's a 100 million dollar superhero art house film. I think people will love it or hate it. I thought it was great.… Expand

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AustinB.Mar 8, 2009

I thought it was better than the comic. The critics are unfairly harsh.

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NickS.Mar 8, 2009

Great visuals but a big disappointment. All efforts were made to stay true to the book. Most people came out of the cinema feeling indifferent. I personally felt like I wasted 3 hours of my life, the movie wasn't bad, I just didn't Great visuals but a big disappointment. All efforts were made to stay true to the book. Most people came out of the cinema feeling indifferent. I personally felt like I wasted 3 hours of my life, the movie wasn't bad, I just didn't care. At first I thought the book was not as good as I first thought, then I realised I just didn't care either way. i couldn't recommend it to someone who hasn't read watchmen because its very hard to follow and I can't recommend it to someone who has read Watchmen because there's just no point. Great visuals though but still indifferent to the experience.… Expand

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MikeG.Mar 8, 2009

It is amazing to me how polarizing this movie is for audiences. Obviously I loved it! Great music, beautifully crafted scenes, interesting and memorable characters, and about as faithful to the source material as a fan like me could hope It is amazing to me how polarizing this movie is for audiences. Obviously I loved it! Great music, beautifully crafted scenes, interesting and memorable characters, and about as faithful to the source material as a fan like me could hope for. Be prepared for a little violence, nudity, and political commentary and you will be well served.… Expand

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DonQuixoteMar 8, 2009

An outstanding postmodern exploration of the superhero concept.

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DarenM.Mar 8, 2009

Great action movie, great characters, good sci-fi and any fan of "comic book" movies would like this. However, viewer beware. I would have rated this a 9 if not for the over use of frontal male nudity and excessive (or gratuitous as people Great action movie, great characters, good sci-fi and any fan of "comic book" movies would like this. However, viewer beware. I would have rated this a 9 if not for the over use of frontal male nudity and excessive (or gratuitous as people say) sexual scenes. This is where I think a movie pushes beyond my perceived definition of the R rating and I wasn… Expand

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AlexP.Mar 8, 2009

Faithful, Visually compelling. The silk spectre/nite owl romance is boring, but the rest of the movie is spot on. Rorscach is particular is brilliant.

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NathanH.Mar 8, 2009

Watchmen is one of the best adaptations of a graphic novel I've seen. It stays closer to the source material than most. The only thing that I didn't like about it was how some scenes felt rushed for time, but that is a small Watchmen is one of the best adaptations of a graphic novel I've seen. It stays closer to the source material than most. The only thing that I didn't like about it was how some scenes felt rushed for time, but that is a small complaint. Overall if you like the graphic novel you will probably like the movie.… Expand

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DavidC.Mar 8, 2009

Excessive use of slow motion, violence, nudity= awesome. It is a little slow, but that's also what makes it realistic. Less Hollywood fight scenes, more in your face, gritty, nasty deaths. The best part of the film is the fact that the Excessive use of slow motion, violence, nudity= awesome. It is a little slow, but that's also what makes it realistic. Less Hollywood fight scenes, more in your face, gritty, nasty deaths. The best part of the film is the fact that the villain makes you think, whether or not you would do the same thing for the sake of saving others. One of the best comic book adaptations.… Expand

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WHOKNEWMar 8, 2009

Excellent adaptation, but I'm taking a few points off for some weak performances. Overall, tho, worth the price of admission, to say the least.

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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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OrbitalshiftMar 8, 2009

Great adaptation, probably not what most will expect. The Original book was great for how it was written and drawn as much as for what it had to say.Snyder got the essence of that, though the change in medium loses the subtlety of the Great adaptation, probably not what most will expect. The Original book was great for how it was written and drawn as much as for what it had to say.Snyder got the essence of that, though the change in medium loses the subtlety of the printed page. People walking in expecting Ironman will be disappointed. This is pure nihilism from start to finish.… Expand

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StevemMar 8, 2009

Watchman overlooked many of the subtle details that made the graphic novel great. It also only offered a 2-second glimpse of some of the strong supporting yet indirect characters of the novel. It felt like a tease by saying "We've read Watchman overlooked many of the subtle details that made the graphic novel great. It also only offered a 2-second glimpse of some of the strong supporting yet indirect characters of the novel. It felt like a tease by saying "We've read the comic and we know that were cutting out some things." If you were viewing The Wachmen for the first time with no prior knowledge you would think some parts were good but it was overall boring. The movie brought some scenes to life and it ruined others.… Expand

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KevinBMar 8, 2009

Never in my 30 or so years of movie-watching have I seen a movie with so much gore and nudity be SO BORING! Maybe if the three "prettiest" Watchpeople weren't such mediocre and uncharismatic actors. Maybe if Jeffrey Dean Morgan, one ofNever in my 30 or so years of movie-watching have I seen a movie with so much gore and nudity be SO BORING! Maybe if the three "prettiest" Watchpeople weren't such mediocre and uncharismatic actors. Maybe if Jeffrey Dean Morgan, one of the rare charismatice (and non-waxy) actors had played one of those roles instead of the jerkiest Watchdork. Maybe if Dr Manhattan didn't talk (and talk and talk) in such a listless monotone. Maybe if the entire movie had revolved around Rorschach, played excellently by Jackie Earl Haley. Maybe if the movie didn't consist of more than two hours of backstory followed by 40 minutes of sudden plot. So many maybes that turned into a movie only fanboys could love.… Expand

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[Anonoymous]Mar 8, 2009

This is a great adaptation of the book, although it may be difficult for viewers to digest if they have no prior knowledge of the plot...

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MateM.Mar 8, 2009

Zack Snyder has successfully and - more important - quite authentically brought Alan Moore's brilliant Graphic Novel to the big screen. A fantastic cast, up-beat 80s-music and great shots are only a few of the film's advantages, Zack Snyder has successfully and - more important - quite authentically brought Alan Moore's brilliant Graphic Novel to the big screen. A fantastic cast, up-beat 80s-music and great shots are only a few of the film's advantages, making it a gain for Graphic Novel-fans and newbies alike. However, the ending has been changed slightly... Still, best movie ever!… Expand

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Mishimay.Mar 8, 2009

A flawed masterpiece and a great meditation on utilitarianist ethics. I have the feeling that like "Bladerunner", this will gain similar cult and critical currency over time.

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GeorgeP.Mar 8, 2009

Despite its flaws this was one of the most special movie-going experiences of the decade. Stunning visuals, beautiful music and photography combined with extreme violence, sex, nudity and above all a deep meaning and thought provocative Despite its flaws this was one of the most special movie-going experiences of the decade. Stunning visuals, beautiful music and photography combined with extreme violence, sex, nudity and above all a deep meaning and thought provocative plot...this isn't X-Men, this is truly unique and despite what some fans of the Watchment graphic novel may say, as a movie-going fan, this is a must see. There are negatives, for one it feels like a 3 hour + movie yet it clocks under 2 hours + some of the scenes are too graphic and violent yet it all works, perfect it may not be but it is still a big achievement and highyl original/entertaining… Expand

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SevanMar 8, 2009

The movie itself was great, but the changes from the book were terrible. Pinning the blame on Dr. Manhattan? And even making him the cheesy one ("I think I finally believe in miracles")? Seriously. And way too many sex scenes. Even the book The movie itself was great, but the changes from the book were terrible. Pinning the blame on Dr. Manhattan? And even making him the cheesy one ("I think I finally believe in miracles")? Seriously. And way too many sex scenes. Even the book didn't have THAT much sex.… 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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KeithM.Mar 8, 2009

A flawed masterpiece.

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BorisA.Mar 8, 2009

In the first hour it's ok,but then comes out the all splatter-action soul...clearly it's not like the graphic novel...the dialogues are not as fascinating as the graphic novel and the characters are not good like in the graphic In the first hour it's ok,but then comes out the all splatter-action soul...clearly it's not like the graphic novel...the dialogues are not as fascinating as the graphic novel and the characters are not good like in the graphic novel... The story in the movie it's also modified..and..not in a good way...it's an enjoyable movie..but it's a 6..considering what WATCHMEN really is...… 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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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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SusanMar 8, 2009

I really enjoyed this movie. I am a fan of the novel and did appreciate Snyder's adaptation. Yes it was gory, but like the novel ,the sex and violence was never gratuitous. The movie did show the depth of the novel, even to my friend I really enjoyed this movie. I am a fan of the novel and did appreciate Snyder's adaptation. Yes it was gory, but like the novel ,the sex and violence was never gratuitous. The movie did show the depth of the novel, even to my friend who had never read the book. No, this is definitely not the average superhero blockbuster, smash-em-up, but rather a thinking person's movie about the more human, flawed aspects of super heroes and their consequences. Cinematography was beautiful if sometimes frame by frame from the novel… Expand

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MattLimesMar 8, 2009

Is there boring parts? Yes.
Is it too long and complicated for those of us who didn't read the book? Yes.
Is there AMAZING visual scenes that will stick with any movie goer for years after seeing the movie? Definitely yes. Ultimately,Is there boring parts? Yes.
Is it too long and complicated for those of us who didn't read the book? Yes.
Is there AMAZING visual scenes that will stick with any movie goer for years after seeing the movie? Definitely yes.
Ultimately, you have to sit through a lengthy movie for some key scenes, but it's well worth it. Someone needs to tell the producers of comic book movies that the default comic book flick should be 1:45 minutes, not 3 hours. You aren't making Schindler's list here, your filming a schoolboys daydream. It ISN'T important, and doesn't deserve 3 hours.… Expand

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SteveM.Mar 8, 2009

Watchmen is one if not THE worst movie I have ever seen. I can see how fans of the graphic novel may enjoy seeing the story brought to the big screen but newcomers stay away. The story bounces from the past to the present often leaving you Watchmen is one if not THE worst movie I have ever seen. I can see how fans of the graphic novel may enjoy seeing the story brought to the big screen but newcomers stay away. The story bounces from the past to the present often leaving you wondering what is going on and detracts from the story line rather than adding to it. The movie also features a great soundtrack but the songs also take away from the film. Save your money, avoid this one.… Expand

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MarcHMar 8, 2009

Brilliant film...people who give this movie below an 8 wouldn't appreciate a good film is it slapped them in the face. This is the best comic book movie adaptation ever made!

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AndyD.Mar 8, 2009

Not familiar with the book......yet. I was blown away by the scope and ambition of this. Who cares if it 'fails' by any detailed standards? It's a classic. See it.

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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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KyleF.Mar 8, 2009

This movie was incredible, the incredibly dark, deep tale was told perfectly.

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PCurtMar 8, 2009

Watchmen, while some of its more fan-loved moments were tweaked, as well as some of the more major aspects (the ending), was a great film. Some characters and conversations were simplified or shortened, but did not take away from the Watchmen, while some of its more fan-loved moments were tweaked, as well as some of the more major aspects (the ending), was a great film. Some characters and conversations were simplified or shortened, but did not take away from the experience. Rorschach, Manhattan, and The Comedian were great performances, and the plot and point of Watchmen was still portrayed accurately to the graphic novel. Inaccuracies aside, Watchmen still is a must-see if you can sit still long enough to watch it.… Expand

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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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AlanD.Mar 8, 2009

This movie was incredibly good but only in the sense that it was a great homage to the source material. It felt as if Snyder simply wanted to make something that would be an accompaniment to the comics, rather than a stand alone movie. If This movie was incredibly good but only in the sense that it was a great homage to the source material. It felt as if Snyder simply wanted to make something that would be an accompaniment to the comics, rather than a stand alone movie. If you've read the comics you will love it if not you could easily hate it. I do think they did the best job they could have possibly done, the story is simply too dense for the silver screen. The problem is that with so much of the characters back stories trimmed down and skimmed over the general audience won't connect with them and may view their humanness as hackneyed. Also the way this is marketed and the time that it came out will alienate too much of its audience. Like the reviewers I've read saying dr. Manhattan was a silver surfer ripoff. Or all the x-men and spider man fans who think they can veg-out and watch some fighting with a few jokes. Oh and all of you how say the ending change wasn't good this is not a bible and it is not blasphemy it is improvement. It ties the story together so much better it isn't a campy and it simply makes more sense. My overall take is that I will probably tell people not to watch it for fear they will spoil their appetite for "the watchmen". I think if the read it first their hunger for the film will be voracious. I gave it a 9 because i felt it was the best transition possible except for the super long directors cut with the black freighter edited back in, but that would definitely not be for mainstream American audiences.… 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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HN.Mar 8, 2009

Just (re)read the book.. it won't take too much longer and is infinitely more enjoyable.

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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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O.O>Mar 8, 2009

One of the most incredible superhero movies i've ever seen. Don't believe the critics!

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BigM.Mar 8, 2009

Wow, I was totally blown away by this movie. What a great fantasy. The reason I go to the movies is to escape reality and this was the best escape I've had in a long time.

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ElCidMar 8, 2009

Just a masterful, masterful work. Visually stunning, perfectly directed, and brutal and violent when it needs to be.

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AndrewBurdickMar 8, 2009

They advertised this movie under the "who watches the watchmen" line. They also milked "from the creators of 300". Cool. I have been anticipating this movie for a year. Let me just say that out of the 2 hrs and 45 mins. I can think ofThey advertised this movie under the "who watches the watchmen" line. They also milked "from the creators of 300". Cool. I have been anticipating this movie for a year. Let me just say that out of the 2 hrs and 45 mins. I can think of maybe 15-20 mins of average/decent action.
If you are a fan of the book(s) then maybe its a good movie. I'm just glad though I'm not a fan cause this is really all just a bunch of trash. The killing of the Watchmen was a side dish to the "real" story. It was a back-story to keep the uneducated fans as myself who thought they were getting an action movie somewhat satisfied enough to not leave.

The visuals were average, nothing spectacular. I think its actually hillarious that they put it on the "Ultra" screen. Not necassary, there is no action or visualls worth it.
I've never honestly been so disapointed in a movie in my life. "I am Legend" is up there with the anticipation/hype leading to let-down. But this movie is not as advertised at all and is the biggest let down in at least the last 5 years of me being a movie-goer.
If your not a fan of the apparently garabage comic, than DO NOT EVEN RENT this crap!!! Not even close to an action movie.… Expand

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ROFLMar 8, 2009

Why couldn't the super-intelligent blue guy put on a pair of d@mn pants?!?! LOL He has a big schlong but why do we need to see it?

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KaneB.Mar 8, 2009

Going in, I was hopeful but skeptical as to whether the film would actually work or be something of a mess. I left in awe. Though by no means perfect (occasionally plodding pacing and near religious adherence to the graphic novel hinder it Going in, I was hopeful but skeptical as to whether the film would actually work or be something of a mess. I left in awe. Though by no means perfect (occasionally plodding pacing and near religious adherence to the graphic novel hinder it in places) I found it to be a thoroughly entertaining, thought provoking and strangely haunting experience that not only succeed in bringing the graphic novel to life, but on its own terms as pure cinema.… Expand

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AlexR.Mar 8, 2009

Unrelentingly bad. It drags on in a way only acceptable in a book. Instead of choosing to retain all aspects of the original or conversely create an original take on the book, it chose to sat squarely in the middle, awkwardly swaying from Unrelentingly bad. It drags on in a way only acceptable in a book. Instead of choosing to retain all aspects of the original or conversely create an original take on the book, it chose to sat squarely in the middle, awkwardly swaying from one side to the other and completely alienating the unfamiliar audience.… Expand

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DylanMar 7, 2009

PROS Excessive gore. Interesting fight scenes. CONS The novel is sapped of all depth and ideas. Snyder tightly adapts, strip-for-strip, Moore's masterpiece. Creates another frat-boy fantasy epic. Overwhelming pretension and stupidity. PROS Excessive gore. Interesting fight scenes. CONS The novel is sapped of all depth and ideas. Snyder tightly adapts, strip-for-strip, Moore's masterpiece. Creates another frat-boy fantasy epic. Overwhelming pretension and stupidity. Zach Snyder is not an artist.… Expand

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tekoMar 7, 2009

A great movie, and also a faithful graphic novel adaptation. It's slow at times, but never boring. Lots of violence and nudity.

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DeafHeavenMar 7, 2009

This may be the first time I've gone to see a movie where I was first intimately familiar with the book. Does the movie succeed? Sort of. The director did treat the source material with all due respect. All the key notes are there. This may be the first time I've gone to see a movie where I was first intimately familiar with the book. Does the movie succeed? Sort of. The director did treat the source material with all due respect. All the key notes are there. It's the adagio, the espressivo, the intermezzo that are missing. Some here say there was too much exposition. I have to disagree... there was too little. I look forward to seeing the super extended director's cut which will probably push it to a 7 or 8 on my scale. I give the excellently done motion capture comic a 9 (would have been a 10 had they had a female actor do the female voices).… Expand

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LinhN.Mar 7, 2009

Watchmen was and still is one of my favourite Alan Moore's series, so expectations weren't that high for me (knowing how MOST comic-to-movie adaptation have been crap with some exceptions, not by Snyder though). And I was Watchmen was and still is one of my favourite Alan Moore's series, so expectations weren't that high for me (knowing how MOST comic-to-movie adaptation have been crap with some exceptions, not by Snyder though). And I was pleasantly surprised. Snyder did his best to stay very true to the comic book. Excellent decision. It would've pissed many people to no end to see the plot Hollywoodified. @Bethany, the movie was a let down for you? I guess you've never even heard of Watchmen before it became the movie to see of 2009. I doubt you would've had understood the comic anyway. I guess the previews were misleading people to believe that this is a typical all action superhero movie. Definitely not. You need a brain to appreciate it.… Expand

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DerekS.Mar 7, 2009

Soundtrack was good.....that's about all I have to say positively about this movie. The absolute disregard for the source material and the obvious liberties taken by the studios were more than enough for me to side with Alan Moore (the Soundtrack was good.....that's about all I have to say positively about this movie. The absolute disregard for the source material and the obvious liberties taken by the studios were more than enough for me to side with Alan Moore (the writer of the original books) in his opinion that this is an unadaptable work of fiction. Wait for it on DVD if you must see it.… Expand

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MarkG.Mar 7, 2009

First, take note of all the reviewers who gave this film a 5 or less, and ignore them from now on. They can't be trusted. Second, any person who is surprised to be disappointed by a film adaptation of a book needs to stay out of the First, take note of all the reviewers who gave this film a 5 or less, and ignore them from now on. They can't be trusted. Second, any person who is surprised to be disappointed by a film adaptation of a book needs to stay out of the theater if he or she has read the book first. Guess what. Books and films, apples and oranges. It's your fault if you can't make the transition. To those offended by sex and violence, if a movie is based on a graphic novel (which is not the same as a comic book), avoid it. You will always be offended. And finally, anyone wanting to see an action film should choose something else. This is not a turn-off-your-brain-and-enjoy-the-ride kind of romp. There's a lot to think about and the average movie goer will not want to do the mental work needed to get it. That's not to say most people are stupid, just that most won't want to work out the many philosophical puzzles presented in this film. Bottom line: not everyone's cup of tea, obviously. As for me, Lisa H., a Tarantino/X-Men baby is a mighty fine addition to the family. Great idea. Hope Quentin considers it.… Expand

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SammyR.Mar 7, 2009

To be honest, about an hour and a half into Watchmen, I walked out. It is truly to see one of the most brilliant works of literature butchered in the way it was on film. The acting is dreadful across the board, and for the most part Snyder To be honest, about an hour and a half into Watchmen, I walked out. It is truly to see one of the most brilliant works of literature butchered in the way it was on film. The acting is dreadful across the board, and for the most part Snyder chose to use the same dialogue as the comic, which comes off stilted and awkward on screen. For such a brilliant and thought provoking novel, it is incredible to see such a dull and mindless adaptation. I needed a long break, so I went to Chipotle, grabbed some tacos, and still had time to catch the ending, which for some reason was heavily altered from the source material, and not for the better. For anyone that respects the graphic novel, watching Watchmen is akin to watching it die. I honestly believe that they could not have done a worse job with the adaptation.… Expand

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SongMar 7, 2009

The action, story and characters are great. Some of the song choices were bad. The film shows a bit too much of Dr.Manhattan's enlarged(from the comic) member. Not a good film to bring kids or even a date if you don't want to them The action, story and characters are great. Some of the song choices were bad. The film shows a bit too much of Dr.Manhattan's enlarged(from the comic) member. Not a good film to bring kids or even a date if you don't want to them seeing lots of gore, sex, and private parts.… Expand

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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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MichaelK.Mar 7, 2009

A very good movie, very faithful to the original comic. It definitely isnt the comic, there was absolutely no way they could reproduce that in movie form. The trick to seeing a movie like this is knowing that its not gonna surpass the source A very good movie, very faithful to the original comic. It definitely isnt the comic, there was absolutely no way they could reproduce that in movie form. The trick to seeing a movie like this is knowing that its not gonna surpass the source material and that's what made it so awesome for me. the acting was great (especially Rorschach's) and the action was amazing and incredibly gory... and really please stop dissing Dr. Manhattan. Ive read too many people that said he was just like the silver surfer. i don't think those people have any idea that this was an adaptation of a comic book… Expand

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TerrmanMar 7, 2009

I just want to say that I had never even heard of the Watchman graphic novel prior to this movie, but I got it nonetheless. This is a thinking man's story with some pretty deep thoughts. But lets not forget the unforgettable characters, I just want to say that I had never even heard of the Watchman graphic novel prior to this movie, but I got it nonetheless. This is a thinking man's story with some pretty deep thoughts. But lets not forget the unforgettable characters, astounding production design, action sequences, and visual effects. Also there was some just plain great movie-making like the prison sequence involving a men's room and a swinging door - brilliant. If you like movies for all elements that make a movie, you will love this one. It's got them all in spades.… Expand

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MichaelS.Mar 7, 2009

Excellent adaptation!

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TitaniumD.Mar 7, 2009

Overall okay, but too direct of an adaptation of the graphic novel to the big screen. Its pacing was often schizophrenic and the music choices, while funny, didn't quite work right. Overall they stuck too close to the graphic novel. Overall okay, but too direct of an adaptation of the graphic novel to the big screen. Its pacing was often schizophrenic and the music choices, while funny, didn't quite work right. Overall they stuck too close to the graphic novel. Some of the dialogue, directly taken from the graphic novel, sounded stilted and somehow wrong. Rorsarch and Doctor Manhattan's speech patterns both showed this; while they sounded good sometimes, at other times they sounded awful. Overall, an okay movie, but unexceptional due to the directness of the adaptation.… Expand

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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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BethanyS.Mar 7, 2009

I swear this was the absolute worst movie i have ever seen bar none! the best part was the opening credits. it was too long, and filled with pointless and lengthy talking. the plot was thick and filled with riddles and the "action" scenesI swear this was the absolute worst movie i have ever seen bar none! the best part was the opening credits. it was too long, and filled with pointless and lengthy talking. the plot was thick and filled with riddles and the "action" scenes were not very action packed. ....and i was so sick of the naked blue guy. this movie was a let down. if you want to enjoy watchmen, go see the previews,… Expand

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CatS.Mar 7, 2009

I have never read the graphic novel, and I thought the movie was awesome. What I would say is that you don't need to know the story, and in fact it may be an advantage, since I'm sure there was more suspense in it for me than for I have never read the graphic novel, and I thought the movie was awesome. What I would say is that you don't need to know the story, and in fact it may be an advantage, since I'm sure there was more suspense in it for me than for others who knew the ending. I loved it!… Expand

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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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TylerD.Mar 7, 2009

It did not suck.... I kept waiting for some bad ass scene but it never came.... Overall it was one of the most disappointing movies I have ever seen... Watchmen had the perfect recipe for a classic and it was way too long, movies that long It did not suck.... I kept waiting for some bad ass scene but it never came.... Overall it was one of the most disappointing movies I have ever seen... Watchmen had the perfect recipe for a classic and it was way too long, movies that long need to have great action to keep their desired audience watching.. Total bummer, this is the flop of the year, all that bark and no bite...… Expand

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LiahT.Mar 7, 2009

This movie is incredibly faithful to the graphic novel, which I guess some found disconcerting. It seems to me that the critics can't make up their minds when it comes to adaptations: they pan an adaptation if it isn't faithful This movie is incredibly faithful to the graphic novel, which I guess some found disconcerting. It seems to me that the critics can't make up their minds when it comes to adaptations: they pan an adaptation if it isn't faithful enough, they pan an adaptation if its too faithful. Make up your minds, people! Right now you all sound incredibly unfair.… Expand

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MichelB.Mar 7, 2009

Because I believe it should be seen for what it is... a classic! Sure there are flaws if you want to find them but I found it brilliant and I found it was as good as the novel was... at the least :P

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NitaB.Mar 7, 2009

The best adaptation from comics to cinema ever!

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EmmaG.Mar 7, 2009

it's not perfect, but the high points more than make up for the low moments. Some excellent performances shine through, and it is generally true the source material.

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CharlesL.Mar 7, 2009

amazing movie. loved every second of it

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DavjdP.Mar 7, 2009

I have been looking forward to this film since it's trailer debuted, and while there were parts of the film that disappointed, mainly the acting by Mathew Goode and Mailin Ackerman, I was pleasantly surprised by the performances given I have been looking forward to this film since it's trailer debuted, and while there were parts of the film that disappointed, mainly the acting by Mathew Goode and Mailin Ackerman, I was pleasantly surprised by the performances given by the rest of the cast, particularly hollywood's resurrected Jack Earle Haley, who singlehandedly makes the film worth the money. The look of the film is exquisite, and though I found the soundtrack to be much more heavy handed than necessary, the title sequence set to Bob Dylan is brilliant. The story was of course truncated but it never feels rushed, and the drama is left to unfold at a pace that is quite unusual for a superhero film (I think a lot of the negative reviews have settled on this point, though I found it to be one of the film's greatest strengths). Was it a masterpiece on par with The Dark Knight? Of course not. No actor here, not even Haley, comes close to the transcendent performance by Heath Ledger in the latest Batman film, and Goode's villain, if you can call it that, is distractingly bad. But perhaps it's unfair to compare the two movies. The Dark Knight tried hard NOT to be a comic book tale, where as Watchmen is the ultimate comic story. Watchmen, the film, does more than a journeyman's job of bringing that story to the screen.… Expand

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SamC.Mar 7, 2009

Honestly, I was expecting this movie to blow pretty hard. After I read the comic, I didn't think it could be turned into a movie without significant changes. The movie, however, stays true to the comic, and I was thoroughly entertained Honestly, I was expecting this movie to blow pretty hard. After I read the comic, I didn't think it could be turned into a movie without significant changes. The movie, however, stays true to the comic, and I was thoroughly entertained throughout. They managed to introduce almost all the characters without losing much depth and recreate many of the comic's best moments on screen. For what it is, watchmen is a must see.… Expand

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KevinB.Mar 7, 2009

Excellent movie, similar to The Dark Knight in visual and intellectual stimulation. Tells you to keep an eye on the smart people, and Richard Nixon ;). All in all, a fantastic movie with breathtaking actors, and action. Would highly Excellent movie, similar to The Dark Knight in visual and intellectual stimulation. Tells you to keep an eye on the smart people, and Richard Nixon ;). All in all, a fantastic movie with breathtaking actors, and action. Would highly recommend it to anyone who likes a good superhero movie.… Expand

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ddsdssddsdMar 7, 2009

Ignore the bad reviews, if you read them youll find theyre extremely badly written. if you look on IMDB the film has an 8.5 which is very good for the site. Its a great film, im a huge fan of the novel and found they seem to compliment eachIgnore the bad reviews, if you read them youll find theyre extremely badly written. if you look on IMDB the film has an 8.5 which is very good for the site. Its a great film, im a huge fan of the novel and found they seem to compliment each other, seeing rorschach and manhattan in motion is amazing. Remember this is also Zack snyders ADAPTATION of the book, not an exact replica.… Expand

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LisaH.Mar 7, 2009

This is the worst movie I have ever seen in my life! I cant believe anyone said it was good. It was like Quentin Tarantino and Xmen made a baby and the babys name was soft porn.

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WillR.Mar 7, 2009

"Watchmen" was one of those projects that, quite frankly was way too vast to tackle in film.. No matter how much fans of the graphic novel will want it, it won't include the totality of the novel. With that said, they did an excellent "Watchmen" was one of those projects that, quite frankly was way too vast to tackle in film.. No matter how much fans of the graphic novel will want it, it won't include the totality of the novel. With that said, they did an excellent job cutting down to the baseline of what make the essence of 'Watchmen". It wasn't sincerely a movie for the stringent fan, but for an audience willing to give a movie with a comic book heritage a fair chance of proving the medium past the shallow, direct, action orientated that sticks as a stigma to the genre, and as a potential output for sincere philosophical waxing. While nowhere as deep as the novel, its one of those movies that you can sit through several times, and get something new out of it, giving it a great deal of replay value. If its going over your head, you probably should watch it again, and think onto the 'whys' of things happening, instead of presuming you should be force-fed info like the dumbed-down population Hollywood generally takes us for. In short, deep enough to be gratifying, while controlled enough to be intellectually condescending.… Expand

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BillS.Mar 7, 2009

This is the 1st movie in a very very very long time I'd actually pay $10 again to see it a second time.

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JBMar 7, 2009

Not perfect but brilliant in certain places.

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AlanliMar 7, 2009

Truthful enough to the book (with the notable exception of the squid), and a great piece on its own.

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JordanR.Mar 7, 2009

I was blown away! It was so much deeper and visceral than I ever expected. I can't wait to see it again. Bravo to the team who brought this graphic novel to life.

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KatyDMar 7, 2009

A great adaptation, true to the original themes and tones. Great cast and visual style. An excellent movie going experience.

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RhettR.Mar 7, 2009

This movie is not going to be everything to everyone. If you enjoy comic book movies, particularly the high quality films lately, you will definitely enjoy this movie. Yes, there are some parts with poor acting, but hey! comic books can be This movie is not going to be everything to everyone. If you enjoy comic book movies, particularly the high quality films lately, you will definitely enjoy this movie. Yes, there are some parts with poor acting, but hey! comic books can be cheesy sometimes too! You have to take it all, including the eccentricities. that is what makes a comic book a comic book. If you pay attention, and you already know the storyline (or at least the background of the characters) you will appreciate all of the subtle details that reference the comic. It is apparent that the production crew put alot of heart into the movie simply for that fact. Aside from some awkward (and steamy, and IMO hilarious, and drawn out all at the same time) sex scenes the movie was a smash. Even the ending, considering since it IS a movie, wasn't too bad, although it felt a bit numb given the situation.… Expand

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TylerM.Mar 7, 2009

Unlike anything I've ever seen, original and very very deep

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JohnG.Mar 7, 2009

I've never read the comic books but I really enjoyed this movie. It was a bit long, but I would've come out pissed off it had been chopped up or had stopped in some random place. Watchmen definitely deserves much much more than a 56.

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LisaS.Mar 7, 2009

Boring, pretentious, cruel, fascistic crap. Total waste of money and time. This movie sucked blue Wang.

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StevieMar 7, 2009

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

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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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NeilG.Mar 7, 2009

Beautifully filmed, just the right amount of action and realistic dialogue. Better than the comic book. See it in IMAX

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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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AliMar 7, 2009

I have read and enjoyed the comic book, however I found this film rubbish. The film was an almost direct translation of the book which was good for some short action sequences (the prison bit) but for the majority of the film caused the plot I have read and enjoyed the comic book, however I found this film rubbish. The film was an almost direct translation of the book which was good for some short action sequences (the prison bit) but for the majority of the film caused the plot to slow down to a crawl and become very very boring. I really like the book but I would not read it all in one sitting, same goes for this film and possibly a TV miniseries would have been better. The best advice would be just to read the comic and ignore this film.… Expand

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VittorioR.Mar 7, 2009

If you're a fan of the comic books, please go see this movie. Only you can see the hard work that Warner Brothers has put into including all the suttle nuances. Those who have not read the Graphic novel, will likely feel overwhelmed, If you're a fan of the comic books, please go see this movie. Only you can see the hard work that Warner Brothers has put into including all the suttle nuances. Those who have not read the Graphic novel, will likely feel overwhelmed, this was intended purposely. If you look a majority of these reviews both user and critic you will see those who have read the graphic novel, adored it, and those who didn't found it average. It's because you pick up the allegorical, and biblical references if you've read the novel. If you haven't they will fly past your head because you're not prepared. It's a deep movie on several layers, although sill not as deep as the book. Overall fantastic movie, don't let the ninth grade reviews who don't know what allegory or symbolism to change your opinion of this movie.… Expand

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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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TimN.Mar 7, 2009

VERY underwhelming compared to the book.

On its own, it's solid. But compared to the book...ech. Nearly all of the themes and messages were either diluted or totally wiped out, too many important scenes cut out, too rushed (I'dVERY underwhelming compared to the book.

On its own, it's solid. But compared to the book...ech. Nearly all of the themes and messages were either diluted or totally wiped out, too many important scenes cut out, too rushed (I'd probably be somewhat confused midway without reading the book beforehand), parts of the narrative changed for no reason , too much emphasis on slo-mo Hollywood action which WASN'T the book's emphasis, too much gratuitous gore and sex compared to the book (its isolated moments of emphasis in the book made it stand out when it needed to), etc.

Of course, I shouldn't be surprised. The amount of content in the book is way too much for 2h40m (still pretty lengthy for contemporary films), and its narrative structure is much too complex to translate to the screen...it's true, though: Watchmen is unfilmable, both in the amount of content to show and the way in which the narrative is constructed. Unless you make it 6 hours long, you will NOT end up with Watchmen. Actually, scratch that--you'll never equal the original, no matter what.

Oh well. Snyder made a good effort.… Expand

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CamP.Mar 7, 2009

While some things from the graphic novel are left on the cutting room floor, the heart and soul of it are still there! The movie is an extremely faithful adaptation, going so far as to making each scene and line in the movie a direct While some things from the graphic novel are left on the cutting room floor, the heart and soul of it are still there! The movie is an extremely faithful adaptation, going so far as to making each scene and line in the movie a direct recitation of the graphic novel. Mind-blowingly good graphics and soundtrack as well.… Expand

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DavidR.Mar 7, 2009

Kudos to Zack Snyder and the cast and crew of this amazing adaption of the graphic novel. I can't wait to see the extended edition.

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DarebearMar 7, 2009

One of the best movies I've seen in a while. Amazing.

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