Reptilian

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Summary: From Korea with Love; Strictly for Fans of This Genre
Review: "Reptilian" is known in South Korea as "Yonggary," and though the entire cast speak English, and the setting (of unnamed city) seems American, it is in fact a Korean production, and the history of Yonggary goes back to the release of the original version in 1967. This means "Reptilian" is a remake of that one, and like Hollywood-made Godzilla movie, it is updated by CGI techonology. The plot is simple. Yonngary is a deadly monster that becomes a threat to human beings, destroying whatever comes in its sight, and controlled by aliens from the outer space.

You will see many familiar elements that you might have seen in other monster movies such as Godzilla series, and besides, most unique soldiers in the world -- they can fly and shoot cannons! Frankly the plot is weak, the CGI looks unusual, and acting is ... never mind, if you love this genre, you wouldn't care. You see a doctor (played by Harrison Young, elder Ryan in "Saving Private Ryan") who, as usual, gives a warning about the coming danger of Yonngary, but nobody listens, and a big monster starts to destroy, and on and on.

So this is strictly for the fans of the genre. If you're, you will have a good time. And please could anyone release the original "Yonngary"? I like the monster.

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Summary: From Korea with Love; Strictly for Fans of This Genre
Review: "Reptilian" is known in South Korea as "Yonggary," and though the entire cast speak English, and the setting (of unnamed city) seems American, it is in fact a Korean production, and the history of Yonggary goes back to the release of the original version in 1967. This means "Reptilian" is a remake of that one, and like Hollywood-made Godzilla movie, it is updated by CGI techonology. The plot is simple. Yonngary is a deadly monster that becomes a threat to human beings, destroying whatever comes in its sight, and controlled by aliens from the outer space.

You will see many familiar elements that you might have seen in other monster movies such as Godzilla series, and besides, most unique soldiers in the world -- they can fly and shoot cannons! Frankly the plot is weak, the CGI looks unusual, and acting is ... never mind, if you love this genre, you wouldn't care. You see a doctor (played by Harrison Young, elder Ryan in "Saving Private Ryan") who, as usual, gives a warning about the coming danger of Yonngary, but nobody listens, and a big monster starts to destroy, and on and on.

So this is strictly for the fans of the genre. If you're, you will have a good time. And please could anyone release the original "Yonngary"? I like the monster.

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Summary: THIS MOVIE SUCKS!
Review: ...After 30 minutes of watching the movie, my husband and I both decided this film wasn't worth our time, but we decided to finish it anyway, just to see if there is anything in this film that might change our thinking regarding this sorry excuse of a monster movie. THIS MOVIE REALLY [STINKS]. The acting is so bad, the effects are cheap-looking, the plot itself is boring. This movie is a waste of time and money!!! Also, Godzilla is way better than this movie! One of the reviewers is right, this is not even worth a rental!

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Summary: Excellent Movie, cheesy acting
Review: A monster 50 times the size of T-Rex is brought back to life by some aliens that look almost to real to be fake. My one question is why did they bring back the monster on earth when they had a better monster already. The acting needed something to be desired but the movie was enjoyable watching the pitiful actors trying to act.If you like Godzilla you will like Reptilian, but don't worry you Godzilla fans Godzilla still is the king of the monsters. I would recomend this movie to any one who likes cheesy actors.

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Summary: Has Toho seen this?
Review: Being a long-time fan of the giant monster genre, I was caught by surprise by this one. It has all the hallmarks of a Toho studios Godzilla or Gamera flick (OK, except for the rubber suits and the fantastic miniature sets). It is no classic, but is passable in its own way. A great film for a Saturday afternoon. It seems to be part of a recent trend of giant monster films. I hope they continue making films of this type.

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Summary: "Godzilla" meets "Independence Day"
Review: First of all, let me just tell you that I am a big fan of the Godzilla-movies- which was perhaps why I rented this horrible film. In plain words- this movie [is bad]! As noted by other reviewers, the plot is extremely boring and even nonsensical, the special effects are poor, the monster itself looks more like a dino-toy, not like a dinosaur. I kept thinking of this movie as of an unfortunate version of the two aforementioned films- "Independence Day" and "Godzilla," both of which had at least something to offer. The dialogue in the "Reptilian" is extremely stupid- nothing smart was ever said by any of the characters. I had a feeling this movie was written for 5-year-olds- so simplistic and meaningless it was. The dumbest thing however was the director's decision to make the aliens speak English. There was nothing alien about them except, of course, their tiny heads with big dark eyes. Trust me on this one- don't even rent this piece of junk. I don't care about the money- but to think I lost 1 1/2 hours watching this ... really freaks me out.

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Summary: If Hyundai Made Godzilla Movies...
Review: I purchased this movie not knowing anything about it, and overall it is fun, but the plot has more holes than OJ Simpson's alibi and as for the acting, it really has to be seen to be believed (a friend of mine threw a "bad movie" contest last night, and "Reptilian" was my entry...after everyone saw the first scene of this film, I was the unanimous winner!). The English dialogue is so stiffly delivered that I wondered if this was done deliberately so the Korean language overdubs (for the home market) would more closely match the actors' mouths.

In any event, the effects are pretty cool, and what is a big monster film without good visuals? The redesigned Yongary was clearly influenced by the Tristar-reengineered Godzilla - he has a muscular, kind of reptile/humanoid look (but he did retain the ability to breathe fire, while Godzilla was dumbed down). I actually liked the original Yongary film and hoped the remake would stick to the original storyline (the aliens in "Reptilian" are more a distraction than a useful plot device; they have another monster at their disposal but choose to 'resurrect' Yongary instead). You just might like this film, warts and all.

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Summary: One of the most enjoyable movies ever made!
Review: I'm a huge G-Fan, so I obviously liked it. Although the plot's dumb, the acting sucks, and the fact that it's filmed in english boggles the mind, the special effects are actually OK, and, most important of all, it's FUN! I guess I would compare it to Godzilla vs. Megalon, another fun-filled movie. If you only like top-notch acting and special effects, than you're stupid, along with 99% of the population (including the people in this movie). If you don't mind pure cinematic cheese (like me), you'll enjoy Yonggary more than any other movie out there. I give it my big G of approval. Buy it!

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Summary: A Good Monster Movie
Review: If you are a fan of "Citizen Kane" and/or Julia Roberts, avoid this movie like the plague. However, if you enjoy a good monster movie every now and again, this movie is for you. It has all the essentials: delightfully wooden acting, good special effects, and a storyline that allows for not one, but two giant monsters, as well as some ultra-cheesy aliens. In all, it's a good way to spend a rainy afternoon.

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Summary: Revoltian
Review: If you are a fan of the old Japanese Godzilla movies you might just enjoy this rip-off. Most everyone else with brain cells intact will cringe, unless they find the dialogue so hideously bad that its inadvertently funny. I have to admit to roaring over the lines "The bones are from a non-Carbon based life form. Carbon dating makes it 200 million years old!" Honestly, this movie has the WORST dialogue I have EVER come across in a film. And it's not just one or two howlers, but its consistently awful.

So, the plot's stolen--Godzilla meets Mothra or some such, with space aliens thrown in for fun. Nonsensical things happen throughout, and one of the monsters can even attack the other without his head! The effects aren't entirely terrible, just mostly so. The acting is as wooden as a casket. Dialogue stupid. Film awful. See only for its camp value. Even better, avoid entirely--your life will be enriched.

Not the worst movie in the world, but close.