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Now this is something well worth watching. . . Based on the CLASSIC literary work, Dantes Inferno the animated epic showcases and brings to life the poem that created the basis of modern day hell in our minds. With 6 different directors, different art styles and different situations... This type of deal is very reminiscent and all too familiar with those whom have seen The Animatrix.
Animation is incredible, story was very well put together for the animated epic and also the voice talents themselves were very well played. Dante, going after his love Beatrice, only to have to endure the pain and tortures of the 9 circles of hell to get her back. . . He is a warrior for the church, but as every man, he has sin left upon his heart.. Can someone whom was pure become pure again? Or will he be devoured into the depths of hell and let his Beatrice suffer the same fate of eternal torture and damnation?
Watch and find out. 8.5 / 10
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In the beginning of this movie it gave away its entire premise.. Which really made no sense to me or to the person whom watched this with me. The movie just seemed too bland to be able to be enjoyed.. Same principal with movies whom have had fathers turn against their families, it has come to often and none better done than Jack Nicholson in The Shining.
I didnt expect much of this movie, was more of a put it in to pass the time type deal. At least it served its purpose.
5 / 10
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Whats better than Jackie Chan? Jackie Chan without children. Even though this was not a bad movie, and it was enjoyable, the bottom line is that the flashes in the beginning of the movie truly were of some of Jackie Chan's best spy / cop movies. He did do some stunts in this one, but the movie's back drop and inclusion of Billy Ray Cyrus... YES. Miley Cyrus's father and singer of the one hit wonder, Dont Break My Heart, My Achy Breaky Heart, were just too much of a drag. -_-
This movie was an awkward change for Chan, even though I would love to see more movies like this.. He is not the person I expected to do so. [Maybe The Rock again? lol]
6.5 / 10
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Obviously this movie is geared towards the younger generation, but that does not mean adults cannot get anything out of it. The story and way of the movie being was reminiscent of The Game Plan, also starring The Rock. The Rock plays a character whom has fallen short on life after seeing success, but has a solid relationship with his girlfriend and her daughter, but not her son whom does not wish to give him the time of day.
He then becomes a tooth fairy after denouncing their very existence, and that is when all hell breaks loose. He denounces dreams, thus they dub him "dream killer", but as with these types of movies there is a story and a moral to them.
The acting was not bad at all, Ashley Judd did a very good job, as did the children in the movie. The script could of used some tuning in some areas, but as with The Game Plan was enjoyable and a good mix.
8 / 10 Based solely on the fact that this type of story seems to suit the rock, only downfall to it is that in both The Game Plan and The Tooth Fairy, he plays a pompous asshole that gets or has gotten put into his place by reality. I would say give it a watch, especially for teens or pre teens.
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From the trailer I expected ALOT from this movie, which reminds me of that movie Armored. I expected alot, but did not receive as much as I expected. Unlike The Book Of Eli, this movie is 100% based on religion, good vs good and good vs evil. The action was nicely done, the acting was not bad at all, but the script.. Wow..
I do not know who put this script together, but it was not well thought out period. One place in the whole movie is the center of its locale, no explanation of why everything is happening [Even though assumptions can be made.] and you are left questioning many parts of the movie.
6 / 10 Alot more could have been done...
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Let me first be honest and say I DID NOT want to watch this movie at all. It did not appeal to me whatsoever, and it was just another story about a missing girl whose father goes crazy. Will I say I was wrong? Absolutely not. The movie was confusing to say the least, even though the basic premise was easily understood, the situations and the way they went about it was downright insane.
You would have to be crazy to understand everything that was going on in this movie, especially when they were showcasing it through the girls perspective. Coming from Peter Jackson, I expected ALOT more, in terms of storyline and something new. This is new, but too far from his comfort zone to be given praise for.
Acting was not bad at all, script could of used some touch ups.. As someone whom has raised 4 kids without having any of my own, this movie was downright disturbing. Lets just say it confirmed the reasons as to why I am how I am with questionable situations.
7 / 10 Ill leave this one for you to decide, I give it a little higher than usual because of its innovative take on this old story.
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After Disney's acquisition of Marvel, I truly did expect a slew of DVD releases and this is the first under the tag I would imagine. The animation was refreshing, coming from those of the Marvel camp, this was definitely well done and expected as the last Hulk VS movies and the Captain America movie were all improvements onto themselves.
A little bit of a different take on the Hulk, this movie taking from the series
Planet Hulk Information. So it is more recent than anything else but keeps in terms of the comic and did a hell of a job with the action and the script. To those whom are fans, this will not disappoint. To those who are not, its a comic book movie... Watch something that appeals to you.
8 / 10
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A classic story in the like of its predecessors such as Mad Max and Road Warrior among many other post apocalyptic tales. The major difference here, this one character is one you can fully relate to while he travels and in his confrontations.
There is no question that the main focus on this movie is religion, and even as turbulent as that may seem, this movie did not overpower that fact, it did not force it upon you, all it did was put the idea there and showcased what true faith can garner while maintaining to it wholeheartedly.
I am not religious, nor do I see the views of those that are at all logical. But I will sit here and say that this movie was very well done, the acting was superb and the story was well thought out. A good script that makes you think what if and also might make those religious think twice and those non-religious think once.
9 / 10. [ I am not bashing religion, so lets not misinterpret my words. Take the review for what it is, my personal perspective. ] Watch this movie, and PAY ATTENTION.
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This movie was good for many reasons. Different animation, incredible voice talents such as George Clooney, Owen Wilson, Bill "Fuckin" Murray, and Willem Dafoe all did very well with the animals they portrayed. A good comedy balanced with a good lesson is always a good recipe with the right people. This movie pulled it off and kept you interested and entertained.
8.5 / 10