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district 9 at 98% on rottentomatoes District 9 (2009).T-Meter CriticsTop CriticsRT CommunityMy CriticsMy Friends 98 % Tomatometer
How does the Tomatometer work Reviews Counted: 44 Fresh: 43 Rotten:1 Average Rating: 8/10 Consensus: Technically brilliant and socially poignant, District 9 has action, imagination, and all the elements of a thoroughly entertaining science-fiction classic. .Rated: R [See Full Rating] for bloody violence and pervasive language. Runtime: 1 hr 52 mins Genre: Science-Fiction/Fantasy Theatrical Release:Aug 14, 2009 Wide Synopsis: Genre master Peter Jackson produces this science-fiction film, the directorial debut of Neill Blomkamp. In District 9, South Africa has become a haven for refugees--from outer space. Genre master Peter Jackson produces this science-fiction film, the directorial debut of Neill Blomkamp. In District 9, South Afica has become a haven for refugees--from outer space. [More] | |
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I'm going to go see it Sunday. Woohooo!!!! MyeternalgrattitudetoPhil&Val.Herman said "We want sweaty truckers at the truck stop! We want cigar puffing men that look like they wanna beat the living daylights out of us" Val"sporking is spooning with benefits" | |
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Seeing it tomorrow, ![]() | |
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Saw the midnight showing.
It was really really good. Unfortunately, I read critic reviews of it so I knew the storyline already. I probably should have not done so, cause there are parts of the story that are better off not revealed before watching the movie. A couple of things VERY SLIGHT SPOILER ALERT BELOW I found the policy of 'aborting' larva to be very reminiscent of some of Hitler's final solution policies, and there were very definite political statements being made by the film. Also, I found the concept of a stranded alien ship on earth for 20 years without reinforcements arriving to be a bit odd. These creatures are very advanced and they should have been able to send some kind of a signal back to their planet. It just didn't make sense. But then again, the story isn't really about THOSE details--it's a metaphor for our own treatment of ourselves really, so it's a detail I let slide pretty easily. The 'bad guys' are a bit one dimensional. It seems like the main aliens are the only ones that display a full range of emotions---in other words, they're the most human in the movie. I wonder if this was deliberate. Overall, probably one of the best sci-fi movies to come out in a long, long time. One that attempts to do more than just dazzle with special effects. ![]() | |
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I'll be going to see it on Sat. The trailor they showed almost 2 months ago looked good. ![]() | |
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anyone else see it? ![]() | |
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I'm going to see it in about an hour. Woohoo! MyeternalgrattitudetoPhil&Val.Herman said "We want sweaty truckers at the truck stop! We want cigar puffing men that look like they wanna beat the living daylights out of us" Val"sporking is spooning with benefits" | |
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Imago said: EDIT
Also, I found the concept of a stranded alien ship on earth for 20 years without reinforcements arriving to be a bit odd. These creatures are very advanced and they should have been able to send some kind of a signal back to their planet. More Edits I do not find that odd. They are still bound by physics. If we assume no faster than light travel or communications are possible, then even at light speed it could easily take more than 20 years for a rescue. "Keep on shilling for Big Pharm!" | |
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OnlyNDaUsa said: Imago said: EDIT
Also, I found the concept of a stranded alien ship on earth for 20 years without reinforcements arriving to be a bit odd. These creatures are very advanced and they should have been able to send some kind of a signal back to their planet. More Edits I do not find that odd. They are still bound by physics. If we assume no faster than light travel or communications are possible, then even at light speed it could easily take more than 20 years for a rescue. Actually, even with conceivable ion drives, it would take 4,000 years to get from here to our nearest star, and that's approaching the speed of light. That part I get. But the alien specifically tells Vickus (SPOILER ALERT) that he will be back in 3 years time. This means it will take 1.5 years to get to his home planet using their technology. And thus, 1.5 years back. Hence my finding the 20 years odd. | |
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The most amazing Anti-hollywood movie I have ever seen, this movie is not to be missed!! [Edited 8/16/09 21:49pm] Keenmeister | |
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Seeing it this week. Can't wait!
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Saw it last night. It is indeed excellent, as the story serves as an allegory for the political and racial dissonance of South Africa (and really, the world as a whole). Feel free to join in the Prince Album Poll 2018! Let'a celebrate his legacy by counting down the most beloved Prince albums, as decided by you! | |
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Sooooo good and so funny in parts.
What I loved is that if you see all the trailers for the movie, you still have no clue what goes on in the movie. Awesome. How cute was the little guy? MyeternalgrattitudetoPhil&Val.Herman said "We want sweaty truckers at the truck stop! We want cigar puffing men that look like they wanna beat the living daylights out of us" Val"sporking is spooning with benefits" | |
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Moonbeam said: Saw it last night. It is indeed excellent, as the story serves as an allegory for the political and racial dissonance of South Africa (and really, the world as a whole).
YOu stold that from my blog. I know you did. | |
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Imago said: Moonbeam said: Saw it last night. It is indeed excellent, as the story serves as an allegory for the political and racial dissonance of South Africa (and really, the world as a whole).
YOu stold that from my blog. I know you did. Huh? ![]() Feel free to join in the Prince Album Poll 2018! Let'a celebrate his legacy by counting down the most beloved Prince albums, as decided by you! | |
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Moonbeam said: Imago said: YOu stold that from my blog. I know you did. Huh? ![]() oh wait. I didn't tag anybody in that facebook note :faloff: Just as well. I have no business reviewing movies. ![]() | |
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Imago said: Moonbeam said: Huh? ![]() oh wait. I didn't tag anybody in that facebook note :faloff: Just as well. I have no business reviewing movies. ![]() Come and see it with me. Chris hates the movie theater. | |
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PunkMistress said: Imago said: oh wait. I didn't tag anybody in that facebook note :faloff: Just as well. I have no business reviewing movies. ![]() Come and see it with me. Chris hates the movie theater. I can't ![]() Hopefully I'll be in Tampa around the holidays. I miss Tampa. Tampa had ass. Lots of it. | |
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Imago said: PunkMistress said: Come and see it with me. Chris hates the movie theater. I can't ![]() Hopefully I'll be in Tampa around the holidays. I miss Tampa. Tampa had ass. Lots of it. ![]() | |
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Imago said: Saw the midnight showing.
It was really really good. Unfortunately, I read critic reviews of it so I knew the storyline already. I probably should have not done so, cause there are parts of the story that are better off not revealed before watching the movie. A couple of things VERY SLIGHT SPOILER ALERT BELOW I found the policy of 'aborting' larva to be very reminiscent of some of Hitler's final solution policies, and there were very definite political statements being made by the film. Also, I found the concept of a stranded alien ship on earth for 20 years without reinforcements arriving to be a bit odd. These creatures are very advanced and they should have been able to send some kind of a signal back to their planet. It just didn't make sense. But then again, the story isn't really about THOSE details--it's a metaphor for our own treatment of ourselves really, so it's a detail I let slide pretty easily. The 'bad guys' are a bit one dimensional. It seems like the main aliens are the only ones that display a full range of emotions---in other words, they're the most human in the movie. I wonder if this was deliberate. Overall, probably one of the best sci-fi movies to come out in a long, long time. One that attempts to do more than just dazzle with special effects. ![]() I say it was intentional. But I don't think it was only the aliens showing a range of emotions. The corporation was about business, emotion and business don't go together . . . We don't know why the ship lost power, so it may not have been able to send a signal home. I thought this is a great sci-fi movie that will become a classic. Very political on a lot of levels. Notice the victims of apartheid, advocating similar policies for a new 'other.' I don't want you to think like me. I just want you to think. | |
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Imago said: Moonbeam said: Saw it last night. It is indeed excellent, as the story serves as an allegory for the political and racial dissonance of South Africa (and really, the world as a whole).
YOu stold that from my blog. I know you did. Excellent . I thought it was a great satire. Very exiting and stirred up a lot of emotions ![]() 1 U.S. Dollar = 34 Bahts
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TheBahtMaster said: Imago said: YOu stold that from my blog. I know you did. Excellent . I thought it was a great satire. Very exiting and stirred up a lot of emotions ![]() I was very upset that there were no Bahts in this movie. MyeternalgrattitudetoPhil&Val.Herman said "We want sweaty truckers at the truck stop! We want cigar puffing men that look like they wanna beat the living daylights out of us" Val"sporking is spooning with benefits" | |
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I loved it...but uh...the ending made me ![]() ![]() Plus uh...they sure covered quite a few social issues and even took some stereotypes to another level. | |
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DesireeNevermind said: I loved it...but uh...the ending made me
![]() ![]() Plus uh...they sure covered quite a few social issues and even took some stereotypes to another level. I just saw it. I feel the same what you said. ![]() | |
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Imago said: stold
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DesireeNevermind said: I loved it...but uh...the ending made me
![]() ![]() Plus uh...they sure covered quite a few social issues and even took some stereotypes to another level. To make sure some people didn't miss it? ![]() I don't want you to think like me. I just want you to think. | |
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so is rottentomatoes consulted before all movies? i dont think i been on there since 2005 | |
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Christopher said: so is rottentomatoes consulted before all movies? i dont think i been on there since 2005
Actually yes. Ok, well not all. But I'll check it out see if something is as bad as I suspect. If a movie is rated lower than 20%, I've repeatedly found it's not worth seeing at the theater. I don't see movies based on how they are rated though. I knew 'Transformers 2' and 'G.I. Joe,' were trash going in but they were fun. 'Terminator: Salvation,' wasn't even fun. If I like a movie, I could care less what it's rated on RottenTomatoes or anywhere else. I don't expect the wave that floats my boat to lift all boats. My taste and attractions are allowed to be unique to me, regardless . . . of course that's just referring to my taste in movies, not life in general . . . [Edited 8/17/09 21:09pm] I don't want you to think like me. I just want you to think. | |
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MIGUELGOMEZ said: TheBahtMaster said: Excellent . I thought it was a great satire. Very exiting and stirred up a lot of emotions ![]() I was very upset that there were no Bahts in this movie. The movie was that good that I did not notice that there were no good bahts in it. The bahtMaster must be failing ![]() 1 U.S. Dollar = 34 Bahts
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I walked out half way through....just could not get in to it... ![]() I also do not recommend "the Goods"...predictable and stooopid.....some funny bits...but fuckin' dumb! I am hoping Inglorious Basterds is good on Friday.... | |
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