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Unbreakable (Vista Series)

Unbreakable (Vista Series)

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Rating: 5 stars
Summary: If you do not like this movie you have no soul!
Review: People who don't understand say "so what?" to the revelation regarding Bruce Willis's character (don't wanna spoil it!) They will not understand the special significance it carries for children who grew up in the 80s...the media age. We were raised on this stuff and it represents a significant influence in our upbringing. The cartoons, the comic books, the 80s TV shows that appear on shirts and toys now...the things that are coming back in this sentimental attempt by those kids to reach back into their childhood. That's what this movie is, to me. "Unbreakable" celebrates an archetype that taught us how to imagine. It served as the foundation for our most powerful childhood games and fantasies. Remember when you dressed up in that red cape and played Superman...and your parents laughed at your cuteness? That's what this movie is about. When you watch this movie, think to yourself how amazing it would be to have Bruce's gift. They will look back on this movie in 20 years..and it will be a cult classic. It is too bad it will not be recognized as a true classic as it deserves. As people grow up into adults they lose thier ability to dream...to imagine themselves wearing that Superman cape...saving the day.

Rating: 1 stars
Summary: What??
Review: When I saw this movie in the theater the audience began to laugh at the plot. It's not a comedy but most people laughed at the un-engaging storyline. Similar concept to Sixth Sence but not at all convincing.

Rating: 3 stars
Summary: Very,Very different...
Review: This movie was very original and i will give it that much credit.But the way it was a original was very strange.The sixth sense was much better then this.They way the movie was connected to comic books was different but stupid.The movie is basically about a super hero that is allergic to water and a crazy comic book collector.Interesting huh?not really.It was okay.Shyamalan, nice try.Just stick with the sixth sense.

Rating: 4 stars
Summary: Unbreakable is NOT the Sixth Sense....
Review: ...so why are so many people basing their reviews on comparisons to Shyamalan's previous blockbuster movie? Truly, Unbreakable is a movie of its' own and such reviews by those who did not like it because it wasn't The Sixth Sense have let their conclusions be unfairly biased.

First, if you are expecting Unbreakable to be the same type of movie as The Sixth Sense you will be disappointed. Does this mean Shyamalan's second release is a failure? No way! The story is superbly executed and the characters are believable and interesting. While many have put down the shock ending I believe it works very well in the context of the movie. The movie itself has much to offer the viewer and I am looking forward to the DVD with all its bells and whistles.

However, this movie is not going to please everyone and for a few good reasons. First, the themes of this movie are closely tied into the genre that is comic books. The story so engrossed in the world of comics that it will turn some people off. It is not a passing theme that is played at in the movie, this film heavily relies on the comic genre to tell its' story. Some people will just not enjoy this. Also, if the movie suffers from anything, it is a bit slowly paced. This in fact did not bother me because I was so engrossed in the character development but I could easily see where the pacing and lack of action could irritate some viewers. The story and the ending more than make up for this flaw.

Overall, Unbreakable is an enjoyable experience. Again, it isn't for all. But if you are one of those people who are condemning it because it's not the Sixth Sense, then you are not giving it a fair chance. The Sixth Sense is not the be all and the end all measuring stick for this or any other movie for that matter. I feel much better having gotten that off my chest :-)

Rating: 5 stars
Summary: Unbreakable
Review: This movie from start to finish is awesome. I became a fan of the director M. Night Shyamalan after "The Sixth Sense", and now that I've seen "Unbreakable" it just makes him that much greater. This guy has a certain way to make you think in a movie, he gets you involved, grabs a hold of you, then right out of the blue pulls the carpet out from under you. Fine actors such as Bruce Willis and Samuel L. Jackson make good movies, but when you can put that together with the mastermind of Shyamalan, then you have a work of art.

Rating: 5 stars
Summary: Changed My Life
Review: As a physics major I know a thing or two about going crazy but this movie showed me that it was ok to let my hair go and wear purple. I am a changed man. I could really identify with Samuel's character. You should buy this movie and give it to all your friends.

Rating: 4 stars
Summary: See this wonderful film at all costs...
Review: Words cannot describe how much this movie dazzled me for the two hours I spent in that darkened theater. First off, I want to say that I absolutely LOVE the work of M. Night Shayamalan. This guy is the nect HItchcock. I mean it. He directs with such flair and emotion that you can't help but be involved in the wonderful storyline, which he himself created. His script is ingenious in that it brings a superhero concept down to earth and exposes it in everyday life. One note about the ending: many people said it was a huge letdown. Let me assure you, however, that those people would be the same to complain that the movie was overlong if Shayamalan expanded on it. Personally, I thought the movie's abrupt ending was like a catalyst that suddenly boosted my brain and made me think about what I had been seeing. It made me leave the movie theater thinking about what i just saw, which i like very much. This is yet another masterpiece from master filmmaker M. Night Shayamalan..Night, here's to you making films for years to come. Go see this one, folks, it's got everything: performances, direction, story, cinematography, music...everything. It is truly one of the best thrillers ever, if not one of the best films ever.

Rating: 2 stars
Summary: I figured it all out
Review: This movie said it had surprises in it, but I was able to see right through everything pretty much from the first frame. It is entertaining, I guess, but the whole concept of comic books is silly. A nice diversion from finer films or when Bergman isn't in the video store.

Rating: 3 stars
Summary: It was almost great, but then it ruined itself.
Review: The movie was great for almost the whole thing. Samual L. Jackson's charcter was viewed by me as someone with a troubled life, who comes with a troubled vantage-point. However, when he was right all along, that was just to much. If it wasn't for the deep comic book connection, the movie would have been a definate 5 stars. Unfortunetly, the ending drops it down to 3. -The Darin!!

Rating: 5 stars
Summary: Unbreakable
Review: "Unbreakable" is a non stop mind twister. I had no idea what to expect. Personally I thought that this was much better than the "6th Sense". In fact "Unbreakable" and "Eye of the Beholder" are my two favorite thrillers of all time. I can not wait untill it's Digital Video Disk (DVD) release... Two thumbs way way up to the extrodinary cast, writter and director.


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