Watchmen
Warner Bros. Pictures | Release Date: March 6, 2009
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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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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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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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HiKMar 12, 2009
Surprisingly good. I never read the graphic novel. I saw the first trailer during The Dark Knight and thought wow, awesome trailer, I like that Smashing Pumpkins song and the way they made it work with the trailer, and the movie will never Surprisingly good. I never read the graphic novel. I saw the first trailer during The Dark Knight and thought wow, awesome trailer, I like that Smashing Pumpkins song and the way they made it work with the trailer, and the movie will never be this good. But my office was buying tickets to anyone interested and a couple friends of friends said it was good, so I decided to check it out. I'm not going to comment on the story, since I'm assuming it is based on the book. It was intriguing enough, besides one random heroic scene toward the end of the middle of the movie where I was like uh, that was pointless. As far as cinematography and such, there were too many popular songs in the film, but all but one worked (I forgot which one, somethin in the middle). The sex scene toward the end was also super cheesy and I wasn't sure if the director was trying to make it atrociously bad intentionally to show awkwardness or he just failed. Overall though, I liked the movie and would watch it again with a friend so I can talk about it with them instead of not wanting to spoil it haha.… Expand
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AnonymousMCMar 12, 2009
I think that the main thing in this film is the soundtruck. it's not coincidence that there is 3 dylan's songs.... and the film is actually answer the question "how many deaths will it take till he knows That too many people haveI think that the main thing in this film is the soundtruck. it's not coincidence that there is 3 dylan's songs.... and the film is actually answer the question "how many deaths will it take till he knows That too many people have died?" very strong experiance but the problem is, its still a super hero movie... where is the bad guy? and the super heros don't have a real power!… Expand
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KominoMar 12, 2009
An interesting idea but ultimately a movie that is way too long and with a story that, while could have been gripping, is left stretched and devoid of punch. The fans of the original seem to love it, so only really can be recommended to them.
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TonyMMar 12, 2009
One of the finest pieces of cinema it has ever been my privilege to witness. The graphic novel was brought to life on screen with a scintillating mix of style and substance.
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JamesNMar 12, 2009
While not perfect by any means, it does its source material justice. For me it's more like a motion picture compendium to the novel; complementary instead of trying to completely overwrite and disregard the novel. It has more in common While not perfect by any means, it does its source material justice. For me it's more like a motion picture compendium to the novel; complementary instead of trying to completely overwrite and disregard the novel. It has more in common with Blue Velvet and Seven than it does superhero movies such as Superman and Spiderman. Chalk full of theory, political discourse, and the creepier parts of human existence.… Expand
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TylerCMar 12, 2009
Overall excellent movie, but don't go into this thinking you it is an action oriented superhero popcorn flick. There is not much action for nearly three quarters of this 3 hour film. The plot of this film is very heavy handed, and Overall excellent movie, but don't go into this thinking you it is an action oriented superhero popcorn flick. There is not much action for nearly three quarters of this 3 hour film. The plot of this film is very heavy handed, and thought provoking, but not for everyone. The writing of this movie is some of the best I've seen in recent years, and the acting for the most part compliments the acting excellently. I've never read the novel, but my friend who I saw it with says that they lifted most of the dialog directly from the book which was a great idea. No need to reinvent the subject matter that was portrayed so perfectly in the book. Overall, this is an excellent movie. I took away one point because the plot is a little dialog heavy and may bore certain people (but not me, I was refreshed actually to the usual superhero popcorn drivel) and there are a few cliche plot twists although they were slightly appropriate. My friend also explained to me the "Giand Squid Ending" (look it up), and to be honest I thought that would have been better but the ending was alright as is. Here's looking forward to the director's cut DVD with the proper ending.… Expand
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NathanDMar 13, 2009
I believe The Watchmen will please fans of the comic and the average movie-goer as well. Anyone who hasen't read the comic, however, might be a little confused about the opening sequence, which shows all the events prior to the present I believe The Watchmen will please fans of the comic and the average movie-goer as well. Anyone who hasen't read the comic, however, might be a little confused about the opening sequence, which shows all the events prior to the present setting, which are all explained in the comic series. The only reason Snyder decided to do it that way was because the movie would have been way too long. The action is intense and satisfying, the dialogue is perfectly portrayed as in the comic, and the visuals are breathtaking. There is alot of slow-mo, however, but It's used in all the right places, and it adds a lot of visual eye-candy. The only thing I didn't like about the movie was the makeup department. What happened guys?? You made "Nixon" look horribly deformed and fake. In General, though, I think this is a must-see for comic fans and regular movie-goers alike.… Expand
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ThomasLMar 13, 2009
This movie is 98% true to the comic book, if you liked the comic, you will love this movie
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ChrisWMar 13, 2009
Pretty darned good. I approached this with some trepidation, having waited for it for around 20 years. Unlike with the recent Star Wars films, I wasn't disappointed at all. Not even a niggling feeling. Most of the casting was spot on Pretty darned good. I approached this with some trepidation, having waited for it for around 20 years. Unlike with the recent Star Wars films, I wasn't disappointed at all. Not even a niggling feeling. Most of the casting was spot on (Ozymandeus being the only slight mis-casting). The decision on what to include and what not to was close to perfect and overall the movie was very brave and uncompromising. Very, very good.… Expand
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OCMar 14, 2009
A plodding film that sets out to fill some very large boots but ends up falling head over heels. Having not read the graphic novel I entered the cinema with little expectation; to walk away almost three hours later wondering what all the A plodding film that sets out to fill some very large boots but ends up falling head over heels. Having not read the graphic novel I entered the cinema with little expectation; to walk away almost three hours later wondering what all the fuss is about is a sad testament to the lack of resonance this film has. Unfortunately even the set pieces don't stand up to much scrutiny. Worthy performances from the central actors but not enough to rescue this B-movie adaptation.… Expand
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AnonymousMCMar 14, 2009
Poster of Watchmen said: By visioneer Zack Snyder. That's why this great movie ain't going to any respect! No one understands genius' before they die...except I do. This movie had great story, effects and acting. Really,Poster of Watchmen said: By visioneer Zack Snyder. That's why this great movie ain't going to any respect! No one understands genius' before they die...except I do. This movie had great story, effects and acting. Really, what's wrong with the movie? Maybe too much crap talk but that's it! The haters just can't stand watching superhero movie with only ONE superpowered person.… Expand
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GrahamKMar 14, 2009
Very enjoyable movie. Interesting story line and characters with depth, for me it really grabbed my attention. Highly recommended.
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PeterFMar 14, 2009
A thoroughly unpleasant experience. I'd give it a zero, but the motes of dust floating around Dr. Manhattan were a nice effect, and no mainstream American film that I know of comes close to having as much full frontal male A thoroughly unpleasant experience. I'd give it a zero, but the motes of dust floating around Dr. Manhattan were a nice effect, and no mainstream American film that I know of comes close to having as much full frontal male nudity--impressive. Otherwise this is just one more depressingly violent, unimaginatively filmed comic book movie. What exactly is the point of watching bones break and bodies explode to a deafening techno score? Why do filmmakers who peddle nihilistic porno-violence think they can even pretend to have something valid to say about the state of the world? Abysmal.… Expand
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MRMar 14, 2009
Overall, an enjoyable enough adaption and probably as close as a movie is going to get to the source material. Some scenes work a lot better than others: Dr Manhattan's origin sequence is fantastic as are Rorshach's jail sequences. Overall, an enjoyable enough adaption and probably as close as a movie is going to get to the source material. Some scenes work a lot better than others: Dr Manhattan's origin sequence is fantastic as are Rorshach's jail sequences. I actually enjoyed the ending which deviates somewhat from the source material as personally I don't think the graphic novel's ending would have worked on screen. Other moments didn't work at all and drag the movie down quite a bit, specifically Snyder's over the top gore and poorly inserted fight scenes as well as the most awkwardly staged sex scene ever filmed. Both of these elements jar with the rest of the movie which has enough moments of greatness to make it worthwhile. The soundtrack has the same problem in that when it works, it works well, and when it doesn't, it fails spectacularly. I understand it was in keeping with elements of the graphic novel but I don't think it was a good choice (oh, and to the reviewer who commented on the 'weird' cover of Hallelujah... thats actually the original version..). The cast vary pretty wildly with a standout being Jackie Earle Hayley who turns in a great, great performance, while others barely register at all beyond looking like their characters. Some of the dialogue lifted directly from the graphic novel just doesn't work when read aloud so I wouldn't say the fault is with the script. Despite its disjointed nature, its a movie well worth seeing provided you're not expecting a typical superhero movie. Just don't expect it to be brilliant.… Expand
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AlexHMar 14, 2009
Three hours were wasted of my life only to see a naked Dr. Manhattan and New York City in destruction.
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stooge4444VTMar 14, 2009
First off, I've never read this comic and probably will not. I find it interesting that many of the negative reviews seem to be inconsistent with each other; one review may say CGI sucks while the other says its awesome, or one says First off, I've never read this comic and probably will not. I find it interesting that many of the negative reviews seem to be inconsistent with each other; one review may say CGI sucks while the other says its awesome, or one says music sucks and the other says its awesome. Normally, when a movie really sucks, the people generally agree on the suckiness. That being said, I thought it was a great movie that wove an interesting tale of "super-heroes" and their backgrounds into an over-arching characterization of life, the universe, and everything. There are many things going on and it may be difficult for some to follow but I thought the sequences and timing of most of the scenes worked really well into weaving all the stories into one. I think that the alternate reality 1980s was depicted well with some iconic 80s imagery as easter-eggs. I think the majority of the music was very capturing and well suited for the emotion and texture that was being conveyed. I think the representation of "super-heroes" from the 1940s was done very well. I don't think that slo-mo was over used because I can only recall two scenes that used it (although there are probably more). Obviously, if one is looking for a something specific they will see it predominantly whereas if you look at the bigger picture, you will ostensibly get the bigger picture. This movie is violent....and it should be. The scenes with extreme violence carry a message meant to be attached to a character or group of characters; these messages include: helplessness, superiority, survival, humanity, justice, evil, reality, and confusion. This movie is not for everyone but it stands very well on its own. I think this movie is nowhere near similar to Sin City or 300. This is a different class that deserves a view from a wide range of audiences that are looking for a different view of our past, present, and future (in science fiction terms.).… Expand
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ShawnBMar 15, 2009
Decent, but not able to live up to its source material. Can't say it was a failure as a film but it was a bit of a disappointment to someone who had read the original story.
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RyanLMar 15, 2009
While some people had a problem with the ending straying from that of the graphic novel I like it more because it gives it makes it more personal and direct to the story. Other than that it perfectly represents the novel (or as much as is While some people had a problem with the ending straying from that of the graphic novel I like it more because it gives it makes it more personal and direct to the story. Other than that it perfectly represents the novel (or as much as is possible in 2:45), which was perfect itself.… Expand
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MonkeyManMar 15, 2009
Doesn't live up to its hype. A movie without a real plot, mostly boring and made for teenagers.
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CraigEMar 16, 2009
Apparently this is one of those movies that are either Loved or Hated...I Loved this movie - having just recently finished reading the graphic novel (which I had intended to for quite some time but was spurred into action upon the news of Apparently this is one of those movies that are either Loved or Hated...I Loved this movie - having just recently finished reading the graphic novel (which I had intended to for quite some time but was spurred into action upon the news of the movie) I was curious to see how it was adapted to the big screen. I was Entirely impressed. The casting was phenomenal, I thought each character looked/acted/embodied their inked counterparts to a T. Obviously the movie was not able to delve completely into the social commentary and more subtle undertones that the book did, but I felt that what was omitted was probably for the better, due to the fact that it would most likely make for boring movie watching (as it was some of the more difficult reading to get through as well) I was intrigued the whole way through the movie and each characters story was so well portrayed that for me, the 2.5 hrs flew by...The movie did NOT feel as long as it was. My sister in law (who has not read the book) also liked it tremendously, and she can be a very harsh critic.… Expand
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AndréAMar 16, 2009
If you didn't like this movie, is because you didn't get it... read the graphic novel and than watch it again!
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AlainGMar 16, 2009
I'd give it more of a 7.5 but there aren't any decimals on here... It's definitely not a perfect film, a couple aspects/scenes are pretty bad. Despite the almost three-hour length, the ending still felt rushed, and in the I'd give it more of a 7.5 but there aren't any decimals on here... It's definitely not a perfect film, a couple aspects/scenes are pretty bad. Despite the almost three-hour length, the ending still felt rushed, and in the process, I feel that it lost some of the emotional impact that the book had. I had heard a lot about how bad Silk Spectre and Ozymandias were, so I went in with pretty low expectations for their characters. Their performances weren't as bad as I expected, but they definitely didn't have the emotional depth of the original characters. That being said, the film also has several brilliant moments and some great acting. The Comedian is great. I wish he were in it longer. He really is able to capture Blake's personality. Ditto for Rorschach and Dr. Manhattan, who are both perfect. The latter is a cgi character, but is given so much depth by Crudup's performance. My favourite part of the film is Manhattan's brilliant scene on Mars, when he is recounting his life. Had the entire film stayed on the same level as this scene, it would have been a masterpiece. Unfortunately, it doesn't. However, I'm willing to look past Watchmen's flaws and enjoy it's brilliant moments.… Expand
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AaronFMar 16, 2009
Overall, I'm very conflicted on the movie. I loved parts of it and really thought others were overdone. The story-telling was beautiful, the effects were well choreographed, and the acting was great. I can say that the changes were Overall, I'm very conflicted on the movie. I loved parts of it and really thought others were overdone. The story-telling was beautiful, the effects were well choreographed, and the acting was great. I can say that the changes were great, and overall it really faithfully captured the comic book. On the other hand, their were many un-needed moments. The violence was made a bit too graphic for the material. Made with all the finesse of a good horror movie, the action is portrayed more graphic than it even needs to be to be realistic. While many movies such as Sin City were able to go into graphic detail and violence, it was handled tastefully. In Watchment, it was the pure opposite. It was over-emphasized as in a horror movie to make you cringe, which was just odd to the feeling of watching this interpretation of a great comic book.… Expand
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AndyMMar 16, 2009
As a casual fan of the graphic novel, I thought the movie was satisfying. The action scenes were beautifully executed and added a nice flare to what I expected to be a dead adaptation of the original masterpiece. I thoroughly enjoyed it, but As a casual fan of the graphic novel, I thought the movie was satisfying. The action scenes were beautifully executed and added a nice flare to what I expected to be a dead adaptation of the original masterpiece. I thoroughly enjoyed it, but my opinion alone cannot be trusted because of my familiarity with the story and Snyder's distinct style. Without knowing the plot, I can understand someone getting lost and without recognizing key scenes, I can also see how transitions could be abrupt. Overall, as a fan, but not fanatic, of the comic I give it a 9 because it remained incredibly faithful while adding cinematic zing that movies need but comics can do without. I was very excited for this movie, and was not disappointed.… Expand
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RonLMar 16, 2009
1. The acting sucked. 2. The soundtrack was annoying. 3. The ending didn
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ChaseMMar 16, 2009
Brock R. you lost all respect you may have previous have by saying "that weird Hallelujah cover" that was the original you stupid twat.
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MarkCMar 17, 2009
Tom C - very eloquent. IM not glad I disliked this film but Im glad fans of teh book can admit that it is indeed a horrendous film. I know many people who have great taste in books and have recommended that I read the book and I still intend Tom C - very eloquent. IM not glad I disliked this film but Im glad fans of teh book can admit that it is indeed a horrendous film. I know many people who have great taste in books and have recommended that I read the book and I still intend to do it with a blank slate, but I think your summary is just and articulate.… Expand
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JeffWMar 18, 2009
The comic was a masterpiece. The film was incredible; done with due reverence, pride and effort. Extremely entertaining. I am afraid to say it, but it was better than batman, and it made spiderman look like the carebear's circus The comic was a masterpiece. The film was incredible; done with due reverence, pride and effort. Extremely entertaining. I am afraid to say it, but it was better than batman, and it made spiderman look like the carebear's circus adventure movie for religiously indoctrinated children.… Expand
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DecepticonPomMar 19, 2009
An absolute bold, unexpected modern classic in cinema. Yes, I AM serious. I expected to simply 'like' it, I didn't expect to be blown away by a masterpiece.
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christopherjMar 19, 2009
Confusing, undercooked piece of shite. You know who the bad guy is 2 minutes into the movie. Surprise! The movie could have ended there, and I could have done almost anything else to make my life better.
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JackSMar 19, 2009
Amazing film which completely catches the essence of Moore's brilliant graphic novel.
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TonyS.Mar 21, 2009
Purely inspired filmmaking! It's like the panels of the graphic novel came to life onscreen. Unbelievable hearing Rorschach's gravelly voice, or seeing Dr. Manhtattan's backstory, and devolving into inhumanity. Visually Purely inspired filmmaking! It's like the panels of the graphic novel came to life onscreen. Unbelievable hearing Rorschach's gravelly voice, or seeing Dr. Manhtattan's backstory, and devolving into inhumanity. Visually sumptuous. Has to be seen many times to fully appreciate.… Expand
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VerminDeathstackMar 21, 2009
Not half as bad as I
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JakeGMar 21, 2009
A modest fan of the book, I thought Snyder did as well of a job anyone can do in pulling this book off. It's devout to the theme, keeping that same original volatile morality, but with extras that are a perfect blend of Zack Synder and A modest fan of the book, I thought Snyder did as well of a job anyone can do in pulling this book off. It's devout to the theme, keeping that same original volatile morality, but with extras that are a perfect blend of Zack Synder and Watchmen. I really don't see how someone could hate it. Powerful for a superhero movie. Better than the fanboy-magnet Dark Knight.… Expand
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JohnN.Mar 20, 2009
Was a film that tried to accomplish too much in such a short time. Yes, the movie was long. However, the amount of fictional events it covered required another level of comprehension from its audience. I can tell you the averagemovie goer Was a film that tried to accomplish too much in such a short time. Yes, the movie was long. However, the amount of fictional events it covered required another level of comprehension from its audience. I can tell you the averagemovie goer like me found it anything but braincandy. Minus the explicit scenes it is a complete opposite of Zack Snyder's work on "300". It forces a moral question unto the audience and leaves you thinking. I still believe that this movie was too lengthy though. It could have ended during several diffrent scenes. So if your in the mood for a film that requires a bit of audience participation this would be one you don't watn to miss.… Expand
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ArleneC.Mar 21, 2009
It started off pretty well, the first hour. I waited with bated breath for the reason why they were getting killed one by one. It all started falling apart with the needless, ludicruous love scenes, and when the reason for the killings was It started off pretty well, the first hour. I waited with bated breath for the reason why they were getting killed one by one. It all started falling apart with the needless, ludicruous love scenes, and when the reason for the killings was revealed, and the subsequent absurdity - it was more than I could stomach. I walked out of the cinema. 1 point, is for making me curious enough to want to know why and whom wanted them killed. Zero - after you know why. So many parts could easily and should have been edited. What a pain it was.… Expand
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ChristopherP.Mar 22, 2009
Spits right in the face of the source material in favor of a Hollywood-grade cinematic spinoff. It'd be an average movie on its own, but because it's based off of something it takes no shame in completely destroying, It's Spits right in the face of the source material in favor of a Hollywood-grade cinematic spinoff. It'd be an average movie on its own, but because it's based off of something it takes no shame in completely destroying, It's insulting drivel. It's no surprise at all that the author wanted his name out of the credits.… Expand
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JakeBMar 23, 2009
Great movie, not quite as good as the book but that is to be expected. Just about as good as The Dark Knight.
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AndréSMar 23, 2009
If you didn't get it, watch it again... this IS one of the best and most complex super-hero story ever told!
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SlipochMar 26, 2009
A great movie that only suffered from unsubtle music choices for soundtrack and not enough time to actually explain everything that is happening in the background for the main storyline.
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AaronGMar 27, 2009
I went to see Watchmen with one thing in mind, to see a faithful adaptation from comic to screenplay. And frankly, I was impressed by the amount they managed to get on screen. The editing was a bit strict, but the movie is already 2 and a I went to see Watchmen with one thing in mind, to see a faithful adaptation from comic to screenplay. And frankly, I was impressed by the amount they managed to get on screen. The editing was a bit strict, but the movie is already 2 and a half hours without half the content of the comic. Really, the thing you have to remember is that if you're looking for the new Dark Knight, you're looking at the wrong movie. So chances are you won't be impressed if you haven't read the comic. Bottom Line: Fans of the Comic rejoice.… Expand
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rhaydonMar 28, 2009
Whenever someone endeavors to make a film based on one of "Time magazine's top 100," they are obviously taking a great risk. The responsibility of the director/screenplay writer is to 'interpret' the book, knowing full-well Whenever someone endeavors to make a film based on one of "Time magazine's top 100," they are obviously taking a great risk. The responsibility of the director/screenplay writer is to 'interpret' the book, knowing full-well that they cannot duplicate the force of that work (Watchmen being an excellent example). If I had to judge this movie based on its faithfulness to the graphic novel, it would be a one. But my responsibility as someone watching an adaption of a wonderful book is to critique the 'interpretation' of Watchmen, which is a definite 9 (admirable cinematics, incredible type-casting, respectable pacing, discerning use of special effects, etc.). It was impossible for Snyder to choose between "book fidelity" and "doing-his-own-thing;" in the end, you can only have a satisfying interpretation.… Expand
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JosephMMar 30, 2009
Tom C: very good comment, but I dont agree with you. MAybe because i didnt read the comic. None the less i can identify with what you re saying. I cant say that the film was subtle or made with the intention to point out the theme's you Tom C: very good comment, but I dont agree with you. MAybe because i didnt read the comic. None the less i can identify with what you re saying. I cant say that the film was subtle or made with the intention to point out the theme's you say were in the comic and not in the movie. But I was moved by the film; beyond the ultravoilence and silly softporn scene (just a scene) the story was still there. Snyder probably wants a lot of people coming to his movies; but we live in a world where people cant get over the fact that they saw two people having sex on the cinema screen. He could make a watchmen movie with all the subtle character development and intellectual depth which youve loved to see more. But you were to be one of few to actually notice these things; the rest of the crowd would stop thinking at the point they see a glowing blue penis. So i think you cant blame Snyder; should have covered up that penis though; gave the movie some bad reviews.… Expand
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TrentDMar 30, 2009
If your mature enough to sit through this movie, and afterward not mention a word about the "horrendous" blue penis; Then i respect you. Obviously, most folks tend to look past its complexity and into the realm of immaturity to escape a If your mature enough to sit through this movie, and afterward not mention a word about the "horrendous" blue penis; Then i respect you. Obviously, most folks tend to look past its complexity and into the realm of immaturity to escape a movie that puts their brain to the test. This movie doesn't compare to the greatness of the graphic novel, but i tell you that the complexity of Alan Moore's work is still present throughout the movie. So, maybe just maybe, if you didn't understand the movie the first go around; take your time and watch it again, and perhaps you will find a more concrete understanding the second go around. I confess that I did not fully understand the graphic novel after the first read, but my second read through, I started to see the story a bit more clearer; the same I believe goes for the movie, as well. The film has its flaws as well, but i do honestly believe some of them will be corrected in the Director's Cut. As,for the music choices even though All Along The Watchtower and Ride Of The Valkyries were a bit cliché. The rest seemed to fit successfully within the film. Agree or disagree, this film certainly accomplished the job of being faithful yet entertaining accomplishment for Zach Snyder and Co.… Expand
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timMar 31, 2009
I really cant see where the 8's,9's, and 10's are coming from. Realistically this movie was trite at best. The true shame is how good the graphic novel is in comparison. This was truly terrible, and sorry if that offends some I really cant see where the 8's,9's, and 10's are coming from. Realistically this movie was trite at best. The true shame is how good the graphic novel is in comparison. This was truly terrible, and sorry if that offends some of the guys who gave it a 8 9 or 10. But did you see the same movie? what really made you like it? Or were you merely with a group of friends who liked it and your too weak willed to go against the flow? Seriously go back and watch the movie again and you will realize how campy and unnecessary all the crap in the movie was. It almost pisses me off that someone had no brain cells and believed this to not only be tolerable but good and even some reviews called it great. Sorry this was not great or good or even decent it was flat out bad/terrible/shite. For those who liked it, please follow these steps. 1. remove head from anal cavity. 2. see it again and dont be such a fanboy. 3. move out of your parents basement.… Expand
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JacobR.Mar 6, 2009
A movie that is so accurate from the source material that it is recieved exactly the same. You get it or you don't.
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TimC.Mar 6, 2009
The climax was too rushed Ozymandias comes across as more of a megalomaniac than he is depicted in the graphic novel. I cannot wait for the director's cut in June.
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JoF.Mar 6, 2009
Watchmen drags the superhero movie kicking and screaming out of adolescence in ways that Dark Knight and Iron Man only hinted at.
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KellyE.Mar 6, 2009
What were people smoking when they ranked this movie low. I mean this is one of the most entertaining movies I have seen in a long, long time. I know it is different than the graphic novel, but what an outstanding movie it is by itself. Go see it!
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JasonG.Mar 6, 2009
ok at last ive seen it!great stuff but its going to be very hard going if you havent read the comic a few changes made but overall its an essential watch.and yes no squid but it would never of worked.
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TonyB.Mar 6, 2009
I wouldn't recommend this to people unfamiliar with the Watchmen, but for those that are fans. it was awesome.
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JL.Mar 6, 2009
Great movie. But be aware, its not for kids. It provides great special effects, the acting was exceptional, and on the high scale of action and violence. My only gripe was the ending which seem a little goody too shoes and didn't fit Great movie. But be aware, its not for kids. It provides great special effects, the acting was exceptional, and on the high scale of action and violence. My only gripe was the ending which seem a little goody too shoes and didn't fit with the rest of the movie.… Expand
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[Anonymous]Mar 6, 2009
This is a film made by a consumer of the art, for consumers of the art - shame it wasn't made by a film maker who knows the difference between a storyboard and narrative flow of a graphic novel. Oh well, I wonder what this guy will This is a film made by a consumer of the art, for consumers of the art - shame it wasn't made by a film maker who knows the difference between a storyboard and narrative flow of a graphic novel. Oh well, I wonder what this guy will 'storyboard' for us next.… Expand
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FritodunceMar 6, 2009
Graphic yet entertaining at the same time. visuals and music were particularly good.
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JordanMar 6, 2009
For those critics who rated the movie below a 70, did you sleep during the movie and have nightmares? Or did you just NOT READ THE COMIC? If you haven't read Watchmen, you won't enjoy this movie 25% as much.
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DwightL.Mar 6, 2009
Top notch super-hero saga, well cast, great action, good dialogue, well-directed, provocative
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SubhasP.Mar 6, 2009
One of the best films I've seen in the cinema in the last 10 years. The action scenes are well shot and considering I knew nothing about the comics (graphic-novels... ahem) coming into this film (Most of the general populace in the UK One of the best films I've seen in the cinema in the last 10 years. The action scenes are well shot and considering I knew nothing about the comics (graphic-novels... ahem) coming into this film (Most of the general populace in the UK have never heard of Watchmen), it did a fantastic job of making me actually care about the characters and what was happening on screen. For the most part the acting is superb and although long keeps you watching for the full 2.5 hours. Much deeper and darker then the typical adaptations of graphic-novels but at the same time easy to understand and follow unless you're under 12 (in which case you shouldn't watch this film) or have the intellect of a plebian.… Expand
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ArmorixMar 6, 2009
I loved it. I read the graphic novel again recently and I do not think that they could have made a better adaptation.
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JudyTMar 6, 2009
Interesting but lacks characters to connect with. Like Dr. Manhattan we're cut off and distant bogged down in the corporate, controlled story and timid ending.
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TyH.Mar 6, 2009
Loved it. Textured and visually compelling, these characters are performed to perfection!
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MarkMar 6, 2009
When I left theater (2hours after the film started), I was perplexed. I wondered if I should be thankful for a movie that would send me to the dictionary to find superlatives that would jive with the word 'Boring.' I was optimistic When I left theater (2hours after the film started), I was perplexed. I wondered if I should be thankful for a movie that would send me to the dictionary to find superlatives that would jive with the word 'Boring.' I was optimistic going in and then, nothing. No humor, not curiosity, no drama, nothing. I was wondering why, when Laurie threw the rock through Dr. Manhattans head (The CGI a homage to Terminator 2?), they decided to put the mindless direction in slow motion, and then it hit me: Here's the metaphor for the movie, "Throw a benign lump of hard nothingness (The movie) and out it in slow motion (Over 2 and half hours) and see if it (The audience ) survives. That bit of irony is the inadvertent apex of this decidedly unprovocative film. It was as if the screenwriters were introduced to the Cosmos and its contemplation just moments before the writing process began.… Expand
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TomE.Mar 6, 2009
An accurate depiction of the Graphic Novel minus the ending. I enjoyed the film but missed some of the side stories that were removed. Looking forward to the Directors Cut.
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HollyC.Mar 6, 2009
Really liked Snyder's adaptation and I agree with others in that I didn't think they'd be able to adapt this well at all so I'm surprised how much I liked it. However, I have no idea if someone who's never read the Really liked Snyder's adaptation and I agree with others in that I didn't think they'd be able to adapt this well at all so I'm surprised how much I liked it. However, I have no idea if someone who's never read the graphic novel will get half the layers in this thing. I think many of the above critics didn't read it, so maybe there is a big difference in how it came across. One of the most surprisingly good things was that the film wasn't dumb-downed or lightened up much from the source & instead they assumed the audience could keep up and take how dark the story really is(& graphic). I actually liked the changes made for the ending (what Adrian "creates")--better than the book---as the original seemed distracting. I wasn't surprised the Pirate comic-within-a-comic part was cut out though I did miss the climatic storylines coming together in the NYC scene (including the Pirate one)--which was very potent in the novel--but not really transferred. Dr Manhattan was handled very well in the film and I'm glad he wasn't totally CG--rather a mix of CG/motion cap and Billy Crudup. Sometimes he was a little too CG in parts, but mostly it was great. Also--just want to add, loved the soundtrack---really helped supplement some of the lost visual themes/feelings for the specific time period. Overall, definitely worth seeing in theaters.… Expand
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ThatGuyMar 6, 2009
It was sweet. It was dark, gritty, and amazing. I think people who say this film isn't good are crazy.
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TonyMACMar 6, 2009
Decent adaptation but lacks depth. It all looks good enough but at no point do we really care what's happening. I mean there's supposed to be a feeling of impending doom throughout the story but where is it? Alan Moore was right Decent adaptation but lacks depth. It all looks good enough but at no point do we really care what's happening. I mean there's supposed to be a feeling of impending doom throughout the story but where is it? Alan Moore was right (once again!)… Expand
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RichiLCMar 6, 2009
I've read the comic book like fifty times (so I'm a huge fan) and after seen this movie, i understand why Moore thought that this was unmakeable. It could be the best possible adaptation to de comic, but still, the same fidelity I've read the comic book like fifty times (so I'm a huge fan) and after seen this movie, i understand why Moore thought that this was unmakeable. It could be the best possible adaptation to de comic, but still, the same fidelity that the movie has, makes an inconsistent and looong film, and it lacks the emotional and philosophic charge of the comic. Watchmen works great as a comic book, but not well as a movie.… Expand
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DSmithMar 6, 2009
Astounding. Only a few awkward moments. Those aside, it is wonderful to look at, beautifully scored, and, with Nite Own and Rorschach, extremely well acted.
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NormH.Mar 6, 2009
At last a movie with something you haven't seen before. This was excellent.
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DaveM.Mar 6, 2009
Awesome just like the novel!
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MattL.Mar 6, 2009
Very good film. Coveys a very strong message and does so in an entertaining way. Very mature, but very tasteful in my opinion.
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ZapperC.Mar 6, 2009
This was the least impressive files I've seen in years. The gratuitous violence was detracting and distracting. The massive time spent on character development was painful yet uniforming. There were no redeeming story lines, characters This was the least impressive files I've seen in years. The gratuitous violence was detracting and distracting. The massive time spent on character development was painful yet uniforming. There were no redeeming story lines, characters or actors. All this and three hours of it too.… Expand
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BrianMar 6, 2009
Good movie, very long.
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JeremyH.Mar 6, 2009
I was excited to see this film, but the misleading trailer was only the beginning of the dissapointment. An existential discussion through fantasy characters blah blah.... this film was garbage. And i dislike few films
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KentG.Mar 6, 2009
The filmmakers did a decent job of actually adapting the movie from the comic book. However, they really missed the boat by explicitly showing too many things that were merely hinted at in the books. Overall, it made for a really flat adaptation.
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FredMar 6, 2009
Love it!, though i missed like 5 - 10 minutes of the movie because the stupid ppl playing it. Good enough story and action to keep me enjoying it while never reading a comic in my life, let alone watchmen.
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HankB.Mar 6, 2009
Extremely well done - the critics be damed!
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ZackS.Mar 6, 2009
Ok so i just got back from watching the watchmen 15 min ago and i have to say. Star wars new hope + V for Vendetta + Good years of Indiana Jones + The Dark night X7 = WATCHMEN I really loved the movie. It was ind of weird at first. I think Ok so i just got back from watching the watchmen 15 min ago and i have to say. Star wars new hope + V for Vendetta + Good years of Indiana Jones + The Dark night X7 = WATCHMEN I really loved the movie. It was ind of weird at first. I think the fight scene at the begining dragged on for a bit. And some of the music was WAY out of place. But overall i don't think i have ever seen a movie so close so intertwined with the source material. And you know what? Thats a good thing. This movie was over the top epic and awesome. Dark Knight is not my favorite movie anymore.… Expand
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JaredB.Mar 6, 2009
Great movie for fans of the graphic novel, but I'd imagine newcomers would have a harder time getting into it. They left out a few parts that I think should have been included (but hey every Watchmen fan probably thinks this).
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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NitaB.Mar 7, 2009
The best adaptation from comics to cinema ever!
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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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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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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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MichaelS.Mar 7, 2009
Excellent adaptation!
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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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