Reviews

I was very much looking forward to seeing this movie and am so glad that I did. From start to finish I was wrapped up in it, getting lost in the characters and the story. I don't think I've ever been so impressed with Robert Pattinson and I'm saying this as someone who isn't exactly a fan of his Twilight work. His acting was raw and impressive and it just reminded me of how much I enjoy his indie movies and all the work he puts in them. But this isn't about him. The movie was phenomenal to the point where I was bawling my eyes out. The ending wasn't at all what I expected. The movie itself blew me away and I found myself tearing up listening to a commercial promoting it on the radio. Definitely see it. Definitely take tissues. Right when you think you have come to accept the history and world around you, this movie reawakens your emotions and makes you feel things that you thoulght you'd come to terms with.

I was completely disappointed with the film. I was expecting something extraordinary, considering it was a Ron Howard film but I thought it was crap. It was slow, uninteresting and the actors seemed to have no passion for the film or the purpose it was supposed to serve. I read the novel a few weeks back and absolutely loved it. I found it entertaining and very well written in the sense that it kept the reader interested. Needless to say I finished the book in a day. However, the movie was not what I expected it to be. I bought tickets in advance and was looking forward to it, but I absolutely hate that so much was different in the movie, I mean yeah, movies are never exactly like the book but I was expecting more considering all the hype. They skipped a whole scene in the plane and I thought that was a vital point in the novel. Another thing...the ending. Where did that come from? I think I was most angry than disappointed at my waste of money. If I liked anything about it, it would have to be Silas. He was my favorite part of the film and most like the character in the novel.

Boo.

I like how no one clapped or showed enthusiasm for the film at the end. At least I don't stand alone in my opinion.