Rating: Summary: A nice action film that has nothing to do with the game. Review: Tomb Raider, considered in and of itself, is an entertaining action film with a confusing story and one dimensional characters. It maintains, however, absolutely no allegiance to the video game which gave it birth. Director Simon West admitted that he wanted to distance the film from the game because Lara Croft is an interesting person all by herself, but this is way beside the point. The point is, this is a Tomb Raider movie, so it should have remained loyal to the game. When the costume designer was asked why Angelina Jolie was not sporting Lara's traditional duds, she said that was Angelina's decision, because she doesn't like bright colors. Excuse me, but since when do the capricious whims of slightly crazy actresses determine how a multi million dollar license is treated on film? I was very disheartened at how the game was completely disrespected in this movie, not only in the outfits, but in little things like names and character histories. If, however, you're just looking for a good action flick with a very attractive female lead role, then Tomb Raider will fit your bill.
Rating: Summary: What a Piece of Junk....... Review: This movie was one of the worse things I've seen since oh I can't even remember. Best Described by the whinny words of Luke Skywalker, "What a Piece of Junk" and the worse part is. No one can stand up for this thing and say, "She'll make .5 past lightspeed" Or anything else that is good. The best thing the movie had to offer was a remix of U2's Elevation.
Rating: Summary: What this movie means to me Review: Hey I will not lie to you guys going to see this movie was a very fun experience. However it is the type of movie you can only go and see once before it becomes utterly worthless. This is the kind of movie you go to see(or rent)for the cars, the music and the frontal cookware of one Angelina Jolie. The best part about the movie was that my main man Rimmer(from Red Drawf) got a bit part.
Rating: Summary: Tomb Raider Review: Apart from Angelina's knockers, this film is a complete bore. Did anyone mention plot? Didn't think so. Did anyone mention acting? Nope. Did anyone mention good action? And that's the shocker of all shockers, they could of at least thrown in some cool action set-pieces, but what's on show here rarely passes mediocrity. Major dissapointment.
Rating: Summary: Where's the action? Review: I was looking forward to seeing an exciting action film, maybe with not much plot, but at least some kick [bottom] action scenes. Instead, Lara Croft: Tomb Raider graced me with nothing much more than excessive [breast] shots of Angelina Jolie's stuffed bra. The story was just not interesting, weak at best, and there was nowhere near enough action scenes to keep me hooked into this movie. Even Lara Croft's semi-romance interest was nothing much to look at. I can't believe they're making a sequel of this non movie. I would much rather play the video game. Watch the Indiana Jones movies for great action, or even more recent films like the Matrix. At least they don't disappoint. The only really good thing about this movie was the soundtrack.
Rating: Summary: Bad All the Way Around Review: Obviously, this movie served no purpose other than to capitalize on the success of the video game and to excite prepubescent males who find Angelina Jolie attractive. The fact that much of the publicity surrounding this movie involved the need for Jolie to wear breast enhancements in order to look more like the unrealistically-endowed Lara Croft - and that those enhancements made it more difficult for her to do stuntwork - says it all. The script was awful; Jolie's acting (particularly her accent and sneering demeanor) was awful; the movie was awful. If you're a fan of the game or have the hots for Jolie, this movie probably is worth renting, but it's certainly not worth owning.
Rating: Summary: Disappointment for Tomb Raider fans Review: If you play tomb raider video games, then this movie will be a disappointment for you. They had Lara Croft together all the way in look, but failed to work on script and plot. This movie had the potential to be good, but didn't come out that way.It seemed like it was thrown together. Should of been longer. If you like tomb raider video games, then don't except this movie to be really good.
Rating: Summary: Jolie's Best! Review: This movie rocks! That's all I need to say.
Rating: Summary: It was okay Review: I would recommend this movie, but it wasnt exactly what I would call Great! I loved the Tomb Raider games and the previews looked amazing so I thought I would try it. Yes, the special effects were good but the plot wasnt good and the ending pretty much blew in my opinion. It was over too quick. But I would still recommend it. Try it and see if you like it!
Rating: Summary: Better then Indiana Jones and the best video game/movie! Review: Before I even watched this movie, I was convinced that this movie was gonna suck. After seeing such horrible video game-to-movie disasters as Super Mario Brothers, Street Fighter, and the Mortal Combat movies, I only decided to see this movie because of the presence of Angelina Jolie. To my surprise, I walked out of the theatre very satisfied with what I saw. First, the plot was very good. I expected this movie to be a shoot-em-up movie with almost no story, but boy was I wrong! The plot of this movie is one of the most complex (and one of the coolest) I've ever seen! Put simply, Lara Croft must use a mysterious, ancient clock she found to race against the Illuminati to get the two halves of an ancient triangle. (The two halves are hid at opposite ends of the globe.) When the two halves are put together, they can alter time, but this can only happen during the planetary alignment, which only happens every 5,000 years. Filling in the gaps are some great action scenes, which includes fighting giant rock monsters, a fight in Lara's mansion, and more. Also, Angelina's character is actually devloped in this film. I expected just some nudity or something, but instead there are emotional scenes that tastefully develop her as a person as well as her past. Everything else is top-notch in this movie: The special effects are great and the villains are truly convincing. The sets are wonderful, as is the cinemetograpghy. The acting is decent and the action scenes are well executed. (Angelina Jolie trained for 3 months to learn fighting techniques and how to operate firearms for this film.) The only flaw to this movie is that it sort of rips off Indiana Jones and the ending is sort of weak. But then again, this movie is BETTER THAN ALL 3 INDIANA JONES FILMS COMBINED. Also, most people will be able to forgive the ending because of the earlier events in the movie. Simply put, this movie is a must-see for action/adventure fans and anyone who appreciates a good story. 2001; 100 minutes; Rated PG-13 for intense but sustained sequences of action/adventure violence, mild language, and some sensuality.
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