If your a sci-fi fan, absolulety worth the watch ...
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If your a sci-fi fan, absolulety worth the watch. The acting seemed natural and it was visually entertaining. For being a low budget compared to Hollywood, the director nailed it!! Well done to the director.
4734161
Overall, this is a well made movie that appeals to the general movie going audience. Both Trek fans and non-Trek fans alike should be able to appreciate the appeal of an action packed Sci-Fi movie. I appreciate the fact that J.J. Abrams appeals to us Trek fans by keeping certain themes alive from Star Trek II like self-sacrifice for the benefit of others or a greater good, friendship, life/death, and constantly breaking the rules of an established semi-militaristic organization where you advance your career when your superior is murdered or incapacitated. Well, you get the idea. For you younglings out there, watch Star Trek II first, then you will understand this movie a bit more. It's slower, so you might want to watch it earlier in the day. Anyway, Star Trek Into Darkness (No colon anymore? What happened to good grammar?) is a fun ride!
911464
Oh boy, can I review a movie that came out so long ago, is there a point to? It's a good watch especially if you want to see what lead up to 2049. It is, to be honest, a little slower paced than what some people might prefer, but, if you like the cyberpunk genre, this is a staple (and you have probably already watched it).
3505777
Many of the technologies they talk about in this movie didn't exist when it was done, but have since emerged.  They don't have their science 100% right (what sci-fi from that era does?), but I was surprised how prescient the movie is about robotics, computers, satellite surveillence, advanced long distance control of computers over radio waves, etc.  The story is, ok, a little goofy, but I found the flick very watchable and diverting, and Herbert Marshal is great as always. We even get a sneak peek at a very young Gene Shallart.  For anyone who is a fan of this genre, it's a must-see.
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I found the general concept of Prometheus tenable although a bit disjointed at times.  The flow was interesting with minor sub-plots providing a nice change throughout the film.  Did the movie answer all of my basic questions, no, but enough to make this a very enjoyable sci-fi flick.
4815667
This is definitely one of my favorite "sci-fi" movies. Yes, I love the books and the plot of the movie was not exactly "accurate", it was true, in some respects, to the spirit of the books. While it was a bit Americanized, the comedy of the movie was pretty solid with amazing visuals and a fun cast.

This movie also shows why CGI characters are never better than a well-made puppet. Once you see some of the movie's realization of the Vogons, you'll understand.
410873
Looking for something more artistic, interesting, and unique? This films focus on an alternate universe where a black lesbian can be the star of a film got me interested in checking out other sci-fi. The drama is compelling, the animation is original and creative, the music is wonderful, and the voices will draw you in. If you're looking for your normal high-budget action/adventure film with white male heroes, don't worry, Im sure theres a film or two around where you're still the lead. If you want a lively and innovative science fiction/fantasy film, try this one on for a change!
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A good Sci-Fi movie that holds you attention and a surprise ending. Recommended.
2394767
Let me get this out of the way, this movie is beautiful to watch in that "future ruin" sort of way.  Every shot is gorgeous, and it's obvious that a lot of time and craft went into this movie.

It's just too bad that an equal amount didn't go into the plot.  Don't get me wrong, it's not a bad story, it just doesn't hold up to the on-screen visuals, and the BIG REVEAL is telegraphed pretty early on.  The latter half of the movie really didn't hold much surprise.  That said, it's not like you have to park your brain at the door, the story works and the plot holds even though it's predictable.  That's why I only knocked off one star -- a little better craftsmanship and the movie would have been a roller coaster instead of a carousel.

The acting is superb, much as you'd expect from Freeman and Cruise, and overall, the movie was a very enjoyable experience.  A very cool science fiction look at the future and a war with an alien species.  I look forward to seeing it again on Blu-Ray.
3219166
Those folks who are not even a sci-fi fan would enjoy this movie!
4868842
Ok. So you know from the outset that this is another have/have-not dystopian future re-imagining much beloved of science fiction since its inception; Eloi and Morlocks, Alphas and Epsilons and all the rest. Its an old and much reworked theme for a very good reason, highlighting the injustice in the inevitable divide between rich and poor.

In this instance, the haves live on a lovely shiny space station while the rest of humanity struggle on in grinding poverty deprived of welfare and the advanced medical care that the haves take for granted. So, nothing new there then. Given the subject matter, it is absolutely bound to be stuffed with clich&eacute;s (and it is) but it really doesnt matter that its an old story and you more-or-less know whats going to happen from the outset. Its the treatment of the subject that is the essence of the movie.

As with director Blomkamps excellent District 9, the atmosphere is elegantly, though perhaps a little heavy-handedly managed, claustrophobic & personal and the CGI is absolutely seamless making for a thoroughly immersive and plausible view of the future. Some of the accents are a bit heavy; Kruger the caricature baddie South African and Spider the Latino techie are almost incomprehensible at times while Jodie Fosters accent wanders about all over the place. Matt Damon muscles his way through it with his usual aplomb, perfectly cast as the down-trodden ex-con action anti-hero with nothing to lose and although the rest of the characters are a bit one dimensional this somehow enhances rather than detracts from the overall feel of the movie.

While not startlingly original or deeply plotted, this film is well constructed, plausible (wellsort of), highly watchable , engrossing and doesnt pretend to be anything other than what it is. A simple movie on an ancient theme and fine addition to our massive science fiction collection, definitely worth several viewings.
320262
A kind of sci fi magic...The ending is surprising...well, at least I was totally unprepared for it...But, in looking back, should have been suspicious. Its compelling and keeps you going. This movie does not drag...
3902264
Didn't think I'd enjoy yet another life after armegeddon, Big Brother is watching SciFi movie but I'm glad I watched.  The characters are appealling and the plot compelling enough that the movie builds an empathetic relationship between you and the main characters.  Even if you're not a big fan of this genre, give it a try some day when you have nothing else to watch.  I don't think you'll be disappointed.

Oh yes.  There is graphic violence but the director mercifully doesn't dwell on it or overdo the gore.
1669415
Yeah, it really is a totally awesome old school
funny,
sexy,
sci-fi.
Buy it and watch with a friendly friend. Recommend peculiar or complex cocktails with this film, something aromatic, perhaps an industry sour (the real one with the fernet and chartreuse).
2688412
The storyline/ploty is really great...goes along with the discussion around creationists and Darwinists as well as conspiracy theorists around alien invasions.

Besides that...any movie with Charlize Theron is worth watching. So we have a good story, goddess actress in a supporting role and excellent special effects and execution of the movie. This gotta be a new standard in science fictions. Would rate that same or higher than Gravity. Not sure why Prometheus has not gotten as much attention...
1009025
I wasn't sure about Charlize, but she pulled it off nicely. They all did.

Excellent story (wasn't sure what they'd do with that either), but it was great. ORIGINAL, for one thing. Finding that these days is not easy.

And GREAT. A Great Movie. It's the trifecta. If you love Sci-Fi, I don't know what your waiting for...buy it, and fall in love.

The cartoon is good too, Intense. But dated a little, and it is anime. So, i's a toss up whether you'll like that series. Personally, I wish more people created cool and wierd entertainment that wasn't trash.

NICE GOIN GUYS!!
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The only problem with this movie is that it sags a bit in the middle.  This is not a huge problem though since the bulk of the movie is fascinating.  Cage's son opens a document from a time capsule which contains a series of numbers. Cage, an astrophysics professor at MIT, works with the numbers and discovers that they are predictions of disasters by dates and longitude and latitude settings.  Cage tries to prevent these disasters from occurring.  This is the surface gist of the plot but there is so much more going on, much of it metaphysical and spiritual in addition to being sci-fi.  This film has some of the most gorgeous sci-fi effects imaginable. For those into action-adventure special effects, those are great too.  Cage is quite good here.  He has been in a fair amount of bad movies in recent years but this is not one of them. To say anymore would ruin the plot line, which is very engrossing as it unfolds.

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