brian-2266's reviews

It's sad to see all of the negative reviews when people don't realize that this movie is closer to the original novel than anything that came before it. It's been updated to occur in current times, with certain technology that didn't exist of course when the original book was written. That said, the imagery is described in the book, some of the verbiage used by Charlie and her father, some of the additional characters that we're not in the original movie but we're in the book had been implemented here. Ryan Kiera Armstrong out performed Zac Efron by Leaps and Bounds. She's definitely one to watch. Overall, the story is the same and certainly not something that you mess with the plot on. The movie was made true to the book as far as it could be in today's world. One noticeable difference between this remake in the original movie is that you truly see the love that Charlie's father has for her. That was lacking in the original movie oh, but was certainly a main point in the book. I thought the acting was pretty good overall even though know you kind of know how it's going to end, it was a fun ride. If you want to short 90 minutes ride of action/mystery/horror, it fits the bill.

Who didn't see this coming? At the end of the first series everybody complained and moaned about the fact that the ending was left so open. So what do they do? They give everybody what they want...an absolute final ending. Now everybody complains about that?

This is a perfect ending. This is the way it had to end. If the show was not going to go on with Michael C. Hall reprising his roll as Dexter Morgan in another season, this is how it had to end.

What a fun ride. I was on the edge of my seat from beginning to end. Great movie.

Despite some plot holes, and at times some unrealistic responses by the actors to what's actually happening to them in the film, this movie is very original. In my opinion, the ending is a classic mind-bender. It's not the expected outcome...most people will be very surprised by the twist.

If you're just simply after a couple hours of entertainment, then this is not a bad choice. Ignore the 1 and 2 star reviews, they obviously either didn't get it, or didn't really watch the movie. Don't get me wrong, it's no award winner, but as far as creepy horror/thrillers go, it's a fun ride.

NOTE: The ONLY reason this does not get 10 stars is because of the semi-gratuitous use of UBER SLOW MO...too much.

I suspect the majority of negative reviews and ratings are coming from the kids (under 35 crowd) out there. This movie reminds me of the type of movie that truly comes before its time. This movie gave me the same type of feeling I had after watching 2001: A Space Odyssey, Dune, and Chariots of Fire. Not from a story perspective in any way, but feeling like I just didn't get why this movie was popular to my parents at the time. When I watched those movies originally, I thought many of the same things people are saying about this film in the reviews. It was not until I was in my late 40's, and had matured and knew more about what was truly profound, that I was able to appreciate those movies.

I found this movie extremely profound, and in a simple way. If you're looking for a ton of action, fast paced story-line, or a ton of CGI effects, you won't get it here. There are a few "jumpy" moments, and a couple of "gotcha" scenes, and some of the CGI is decent, but not what this movie is about. What you will get is absolutely stunning cinematography. If you don't focus narrowly on what's going on with the characters, and take a moment to "look around" the scenes, you will find some amazing views and backdrops comparable to those in The Lovely Bones.

I should also point out that of course, Laurence Fishburne was great as usual, but the big surprise was the co-star, Olivia Cooke. A relatively new actor for the most part, but able to pull at the heart-strings by showing very realistic emotion in the story-line, and creating empathy with body language. This girl will go far, and her performance in this Indy will give her some good future exposure I suspect.

Put yourself into this movie and truly consider the implications and consequences of the story as if it were you. If you need Michael Bay to produce a movie that entertains you, skip this one, you won't like it. But if you can put yourself in the protagonists shoes like you do in a good book, you will find this a really fun ride.

I did not have high hopes for Dawn of the Planet of the Apes. Rise of the Planet of the Apes was a good movie, and fun to watch, but I knew what to expect, and I was right.

The last time I said "That was one of the best movies I've ever seen" was 13 years ago when I saw Beautiful Mind. Dawn of the Planet of the Apes is one of the best movies I've ever seen.

This film is powerful. You go in knowing what has to happen, especially if this story line follows the same general story of Planet of the Apes, but how it gets there is extremely moving, and quite powerful.

The film will engage you like few movies can. Unlike most typical fiction, the creator the story will usually clearly define for you who the protagonist and antagonist are. In Rise of the Planet of the Apes, those lines are not clearly drawn. This fact will engage you in the plight of the story for both, almost equally, and surprise you in the end.

The movie is haunting, I think mostly because the premise of how they got to where they are is not so far outside the realm of possibility for us. While it's obviously doubtful apes will ever rise up against humans, the post human era haunts most people just a little bit, and this is done very well in this film.

Finally, it's a beautifully done movie. The effects, CGI, cinematography, and the acting are nearly flawless. The landscape they have created in a post-human world are as creepy as they are beautiful. From the plant and animal life taking over a major metropolitan area over the years without human existence, to the homes the apes have built themselves high among the trees, there's always some point of beauty to every scene.

I cannot recommend this film more. See it in the theater, and if you can, see it in 3D. There are not too many overt 3D scenes, but it adds a depth to the film that just makes it all that more enjoyable.

I'm giving this one a 10 for one reason alone....because it's only fair. As I read through some other reviews, I realize that someone who went in expecting anything other than what they got from Seth MacFarlane and was disappointed it was not a masterpiece, award-winning, beautiful piece of art with a single redeeming quality has no right complaining or writing a bad review about it. So hopefully my 10 will off-set it a little bit.

This movie is what you expect from Seth. Dirty toilet, masturbatory, off-color, laugh-out-loud comedy. Nothing more, and honestly it can't be less. If you want to just go to a movie and just laugh, forgetting any redeeming cinematic quality, this is the movie for you. If you can get over the inaccurate history, use of words that did not exist in 1882, and some of the truly stomach-clenching, barf-out-loud scenes, then you will truly enjoy this "film."

If nothing else, the (sometimes) subtle cameos make it a fun watch too. Emjoy!

I don't understand some of the low 1-2 star ratings on this movie. While I agree Adam Sandler has had some flops lately (Jack and Jill Anyone?) but this movie breaks from it. I can only assume the few people that just claimed it was crap, have not seen it and are putting in bad ratings to bring the overall down.

This movie will have any normal person laughing pretty much constantly for the first hour. While it does have the predictable "RomCom" feel to it, it's a fresh take on some of the humor, and a chemistry between Sandler and Barrymore that is classic since Wedding Singer.

It's not an award winner, but the humor is plentiful, the kids are cute, and the ending is happy. Definitely a movie for a good pick-me-up on a lazy day.