Special effects and action will make '2012' a blockbuster hit
Storm Sebastian
Issue date: 11/17/09 Section: Arts & Society
The movie successfully lightens the morbid scene with bits of comic relief, including witty one-liners by Cusack and the rest of the cast, including the crazy but humorous rants of the outrageous character Charlie Frost, played by Woody Harrelson.
While many of the disaster sequences are over-the-top, the special effects are phenomenal and effective in illustrating the enormity and horror that this event entails. These special effects really draw the audience into the film and help to add to its suspense.
The emotional impact of the movie is right on the mark. There are several powerful and emotional scenes, but they are quickly cut off by intense action and suspense. This prevents the film from making the viewer feel swarmed by too many sentimental moments, without disregarding human feeling amidst all of the action.
The movie is action-packed, keeping viewers on the edge of their seats throughout most of the film. The film's attempt to set the stage at the very beginning of the film takes a little long, but once the action picks up in the latter part of the movie, it never seems to stop. The suspense is continuous, as the characters strive to push through one obstacle after the other, with very little relief in between. This is both a strength and a flaw of the film, as the suspense keeps the viewer engaged, while the last action-filled segment becomes almost too suspenseful and lengthy; there is a point when the viewer thinks, "Haven't these people been through enough already?"
2012 is sure to be a blockbuster hit, as the powerful special effects and non-stop action will keep viewers immersed in the movie. Though the plot is a bit far-fetched, the question of how our nation would react in this kind of crisis is interesting. The cast was chosen well, and each member delivered an excellent and compelling performance. The film is lengthy, but it is definitely worthwhile, both in its entertainment value and in the complex moral questions that it brings to the surface. For anyone who is willing to overlook the somewhat unrealistic plot, this is a great and enjoyable film, and it is absolutely worth the $10.50 at the box office!
While many of the disaster sequences are over-the-top, the special effects are phenomenal and effective in illustrating the enormity and horror that this event entails. These special effects really draw the audience into the film and help to add to its suspense.
The emotional impact of the movie is right on the mark. There are several powerful and emotional scenes, but they are quickly cut off by intense action and suspense. This prevents the film from making the viewer feel swarmed by too many sentimental moments, without disregarding human feeling amidst all of the action.
The movie is action-packed, keeping viewers on the edge of their seats throughout most of the film. The film's attempt to set the stage at the very beginning of the film takes a little long, but once the action picks up in the latter part of the movie, it never seems to stop. The suspense is continuous, as the characters strive to push through one obstacle after the other, with very little relief in between. This is both a strength and a flaw of the film, as the suspense keeps the viewer engaged, while the last action-filled segment becomes almost too suspenseful and lengthy; there is a point when the viewer thinks, "Haven't these people been through enough already?"
2012 is sure to be a blockbuster hit, as the powerful special effects and non-stop action will keep viewers immersed in the movie. Though the plot is a bit far-fetched, the question of how our nation would react in this kind of crisis is interesting. The cast was chosen well, and each member delivered an excellent and compelling performance. The film is lengthy, but it is definitely worthwhile, both in its entertainment value and in the complex moral questions that it brings to the surface. For anyone who is willing to overlook the somewhat unrealistic plot, this is a great and enjoyable film, and it is absolutely worth the $10.50 at the box office!
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RauCous
posted 11/17/09 @ 11:46 AM EST
What a wonderfully positive review! It's always a good sign of a well meaning review when the reviewer shows what works about a work instead of ranting on about pet peeves. (Continued…)
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posted 11/24/09 @ 8:00 AM EST
Personally, I didn't like the movie(
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