That's where I'm at. The two avengers movies are just entertainment for me. I go in shut my mind off and just want to see action. Because the story is an afterthought in those movies honestly.
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That's where I'm at. The two avengers movies are just entertainment for me. I go in shut my mind off and just want to see action. Because the story is an afterthought in those movies honestly.
I think it's a high bar to beat in mainstream acceptance. Avengers was not the best movie ever, but it resonated GREATLY with audiences, if this one can do that, the days of DC being the underdog are over.
Seems kind of silly lol
In a wicked twist of fate, I'll love it and you'll hate it.
It's a glorious time. Three years in the making and the payoff might actually live up to the expectations.
Still just saying people. Keep shit in check lol. That review thread could turn out to be shitshow and I legit fear for the sanity of some of you haha.
That said. A lot of us here are seeing the movie regardless. We've heard enough positive things from too many people for quite a bit now. Just go in and enjoy what you see.
I said the same thing regarding Star Wars when people were freaking out if it would be good right after people were giving positive reactions after the premiere.
Just go in try and forget anything anyone told about what you should or shouldn't like about the movie and judge it based on it's own merits.
That said. A lot of us here are seeing the movie regardless. We've heard enough positive things from too many people for quite a bit now. Just go in and enjoy what you see.
I said the same thing regarding Star Wars when people were freaking out if it would be good right after people were giving positive reactions after the premiere.
Just go in try and forget anything anyone told about what you should or shouldn't like about the movie and judge it based on it's own merits.
Agreed. You know what is the personal bar to me regarding this movie? Watchmen. I think Watchmen (in its DC) low RT sore and all, is a very strong, powerful CBM, if I see this movie beating Watchmen in power and RT, if just by a 1%, I'll be satisfied, because even if it's not universally loved, I personally think it holds as much artistic value as such movie can hold. I don't dare to compare BvS to any of the Nolan trilogy because at the end of the day, they didn't wear the Comic badge on its forefront, not that it was a bad thing, in fact I thnk it worked in their favor, but BvS is a more difficult pill to swallow.
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While I want the movie to be good none of this indicates it will get a good RT score if that is what some people want lol. These are mostly just fans who enjoyed an exclusive screening.
Absolutely. There is no question Avengers has massive mainstream acceptance. That is why I said I am in the minority
I get it though. It is important for DC to do something similar that greatly resonates with the audience as well.
Absolutely. There is no question Avengers has massive mainstream acceptance. That is why I said I am in the minority
I get it though. It is important for DC to do something similar that greatly resonates with the audience as well.That's the plan, at least for me. It's fun to be part of the hype when good impressions emerge, but once I sit in that seat and the movie begins I leave all (or at least most) expectations behind and just try to experience the film for what it is for that first time.
I did that with Star Wars, had a wonderful theater experience, and came out of the theater with reasonable points to make rather than just walk out disappointed because it didn't satisfy my every expectation or need.
First official review.. apparently? (The Sun). "Epic (...) Good and emotional".
The girl who wrote it tweeted it like that
My exclusive (& SPOILER FREE) review of Batman v Superman #BVSPremiere #BatmanvSuperman
Very. She was a vocal hater.
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Yeah she just tweeted she liked the film but cannot comment more ( embargoed )
That was true up to a point. Over the past few months she's been very positive about the movie. She was one of the few who defended Trailer 2.
Did you read it lol. 2/3 of it is random shit quoting Ben Affleck about how he wouldn't let his kids watch it.
Sincerely? no I didn't lol I copied it from SHH. As I know the spoilers and I love them I kinda don't care for reviews, but will watch out from now on.
lol Yea I was reading it like, "What the hell kind of review is this?"
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I wonder which is more dangerous for a four year old to watch - this one or Batman and Robin.
Wait for the 22nd
Oh I know. Just strange that EVERY single thing we've heard has been positive.
I was five when Batman & Robin came out. GOAT movie then. I actually convinced my grandma to rent it and watch it with me a few months later, and I MADE HER TELL ME that it was a good movie like "Grandma, did you like the movie? You liked it right? Tell me you liked it, it's obvious you did". Well, she did told me that, but now that I remember, the tone of her voice, it was the same you give to your children after they give you the molten playdoh vase with your name they made for you at school. RIP grandma.
Haha.
This is the headline for the "review": Ben Affleck is treat for comic geeks in Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice but his mini-fan son won't get film viewing
This is the sub-header below it: Star gets stamp of approval from DC crowd in New York but won't let 4-year-old watch movie
The Sun is tabloid shit btw.
eh, I'm still wary of previews and early screenings. The environment for those types of things are usually a different experience. It's awesome to be in a packed theater with an excited crowd all there for the same thing.
Still good to see the positivity though.
There have been negative impressions they just get lost in the sea of positive ones. I've seen 3. One was pissed about the handling of a specific character. The second thought the story was weak and poorly paced. The third said Eisenberg ruined the movie.
If all this positivity is part of WBs meticulously crafted marketing strategy then they are exceptionally good at their job.
Ha. Thanks for keeping me in check. Needed that.
True and I know people say early impressions are generally positive. I do think most people will come out of this movie with a positive attitude. It's just a feeling I get.
Well yeah. After tonight's early fan screenings, hundreds of fans will have reactions to the film. And their voices will far outnumber the amount of critics who will actually review the film. So even if the film gets divisive critical review, which I think it will, the very positive word of mouth will overshadow any negativity.
This doesn't mean much because she fuckin' loves DC but I'm sure Ahasverus will get a kick out of it.
https://twitter.com/aishatyler/status/711752372066852865
https://twitter.com/aishatyler/status/711752372066852865
Yeah. Whatever this emotional conclusion is to the film was a smart move.
why does it have to be one or the other lol
fanboys are so weird
and I really don't think it'll be better than Avengers, but I hold that movie to a super high standard. It it can even come close to making me feel how I felt while watching that movies I'd be SUPER pleased
Ha. That would be my sig if this forum allowed it. Thanks bro.
Yup because it's something that will stick with you. If it's done well then holy shit lol.
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I love this gif that I posted earlier -
Even better with the music
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How many fan screenings are lined up? I'm just trying to get a rough idea of how many fans are gonna be actually seeing it tomorrow.
Each IMAX theater probably holds 300+, so I imagine it's in the thousands actually seeing it.
Each IMAX theater probably holds 300+, so I imagine it's in the thousands actually seeing it.
You guys care too much about scores and reviews
Just watch the movie!
It's ages away though.
Oh how I wish I could. Five days...You guys care too much about scores and reviews
Just watch the movie!
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that cap suit always gets me.
I hope it's better than Avengers, Avengers was a fun theater experience but the first half falls apart on rewatch.
The sentiment is nice.
Wonder what that gun is for.
Batman just said "Fuck it"
He's going to put the "America" into "Justice League of America"
You guys care too much about scores and reviews
Just watch the movie!
I honestly don't care about the scores but I know plenty of people do. It's the reason why I just took TDK scores and bumped them up one in the prediction thread.
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