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Comment by Rose young on Movie Review: 300 Reasons Why You Shouldn't Feel Bad About Skipping 300

Mon, 9 Apr 2007 11:38:33 EDT

I gave the movie an A+ and hope it gets nominated for an Academy Award. It is the best movie I had seen since Gladiator. The Sparta King was perfectly cast. I sat thru the entire movie just completely entertained. It really captured my imagination and the characters were so realistic. GREAT CINEMATOGRAPHY!!!!!! Can't wait to purchase the movie on DVD.

Comment by Carlton on Movie Review: 300 Reasons Why You Shouldn't Feel Bad About Skipping 300

Wed, 4 Apr 2007 19:02:36 EDT

I'd heard a lot about 300, so I expected it to be as good as I heard it was from all of the people who had already seen it. I was sadly let down due to the poor scripting and nonexisitent creatures. Is this a movie based on history or a continutation of Lost in Space? Honestly, the fight scenes were about the only good part of the movie.

Comment by sydney on Movie Review: 300 Reasons Why You Shouldn't Feel Bad About Skipping 300

Wed, 28 Mar 2007 17:47:16 EDT

ok, thank god- i thought i was alone. your review was spot on and was exactly how i felt. especially when big evil transvestite man put his hands on his shoulders- although i was the only one giggling in my group of friends. so a BIG thankyou for putting exactly what i was feeling into words. the best i could come up with was "at least Alexander had a story-line and we all knew it had plenty of gay innuendos in it"

Comment by Jesse Miksic on Movie Review: 300 Reasons Why You Shouldn't Feel Bad About Skipping 300

Mon, 26 Mar 2007 22:34:19 EDT

I respect a healthy criticism for film, but some avenues of criticism are simply un-productive. For instance: "it just oozes political rhetoric" isn't going to stick, because the political themes weren't clear enough to pin the movie as propaghanda. For instance, the Spartans may have been red-blooded Western Civilization whores, but they were the ones being invaded by the largest army in the world at that time. It's a far cry from a transparent Iraqi Freedom allegory. And: "the worst thing about this movie was the flamingly gay Mr. Clean." You don't seem to realize that all the stylizations in this film were intentional and carefully thought-out. It's almost funny to me that a female reviewer would even make this criticism, which suggests a tweaky low-level homophobia. Xerxes considered himself a God, so a) he was huge, and b) he was androgynous. It's a way of placing him above the level of standard, gendered, 5'2" humanity. For a little more on the use of effects and exaggeration in 300, check out this astute article from Film.com: 300 Changes the CGI Game. My recommendation to anyone who gets this far in the comments: if you go see this movie, make sure all your guards are down. Don't expect to have any distance or disinterest, don't come in with an attitude of contemplation or irony, because then you will HATE it. As soon as you start laughing at the over-drama and the cheesy monologues, you're finished. You have to buy in 100% to like this movie. You have to cheer - without even a hint of irony - when Queen Gorgo manages her big on-screen slaying. Based on the references to "giggles and snorts" and on the comparisons to other movies, and generally on the tone of analysis and disinterest, I imagine this review did NOT enter the movie in a frame of mind conducive to enjoying it. I thought it was pretty awesome, myself.

Comment by Delphine on Movie Review: 300 Reasons Why You Shouldn't Feel Bad About Skipping 300

Mon, 26 Mar 2007 00:06:34 EDT

Oh, the sidelines. This is not a movie review, this an opinion piece. To review a movie is an art in itself. There is no objectivity here. I hope that no one would "skip" this film because of sarcastic criticisms. No one can predict who will like this film. My mother (56 yrs old) went to see it with me and she gasped many times, she was stunned. As were the teenage boys in front of us and the packed theater behind us that was the most diverse crowd that I have seen at a film. This film WILL confront, and yes, the first viewing I was switching between absolute XTC and defending myself against the queen's monologues and stylized dialogue in general. I thought that this film was beautiful. I recommend this movie to anyone in the entire world. To #1 gan, just a little trivia, the denial is so thick in EVERY country and what is this "we" stuff, speak for yourself, also, there is no such thing as a national ego. Maybe someone should stay away from films and art and just go and watch the news.

Comment by bud on Movie Review: 300 Reasons Why You Shouldn't Feel Bad About Skipping 300

Tue, 20 Mar 2007 20:12:26 EDT

I'm pretty sure this movie was awesome and I deffinitely did leave the theater saying something along the lines of, "FUCK!, that was fucking awesome, I wanna go kick some ass!" If you cant see how this movie was epic, entertaining, and revolutionary you are clearly a terrible film critic.

Comment by Sheryl on Movie Review: 300 Reasons Why You Shouldn't Feel Bad About Skipping 300

Fri, 16 Mar 2007 17:44:43 EDT

Thanks Anne! You as well. And you are quite right...love the many views. It's what's so great about this country :)

Comment by Anne on Movie Review: 300 Reasons Why You Shouldn't Feel Bad About Skipping 300

Fri, 16 Mar 2007 17:38:59 EDT

Sheryl, thanks for your opinion, and everyone else, it's great to hear so many different views!

Comment by Sheryl on Movie Review: 300 Reasons Why You Shouldn't Feel Bad About Skipping 300

Fri, 16 Mar 2007 17:22:43 EDT

Gerard Butler wasn't only attractive. The loincloth is of no consequence (barely noticed it), but his body was beautiful and of course his wonderfully intelligent eyes. I liked what he represented, what is great about men (as a species if you will). And so what if it is written in a very basic style("The only problem is the story isn't deep enough to analyze"). An over sophistication of the mind is a joy killer when viewing any realm or art form. It's a trait mired in condescension and conceit.

Comment by Chris Beaumont on Movie Review: 300 Reasons Why You Shouldn't Feel Bad About Skipping 300

Fri, 16 Mar 2007 16:13:45 EDT

Alisha, The answer is Yes. Trust me, you do not want to watch a ovie with someone like me onscreen for two hours!

Comment by Alisha Karabinus on Movie Review: 300 Reasons Why You Shouldn't Feel Bad About Skipping 300

Fri, 16 Mar 2007 12:45:47 EDT

God, do people -really- care only if someone is attractive?

Comment by Anne on Movie Review: 300 Reasons Why You Shouldn't Feel Bad About Skipping 300

Fri, 16 Mar 2007 09:16:12 EDT

Jaime and Sheryl - Okay, I stand corrected. Both of you ARE correct. Gerard Butler is a beautiful man worth spending 9 dollars to see in a skimpy loincloth and I should have said so in my article. I am truly sorry! He's a hotty!

Comment by Sheryl on Movie Review: 300 Reasons Why You Shouldn't Feel Bad About Skipping 300

Fri, 16 Mar 2007 05:35:45 EDT

Anne, You sound a little long in the tooth. You've obviously been writing film reviews for much too long. The jaded review you've written is evidence of that fact. Perhaps a career move is in order. Jaime is correct. Gerard Butler is a Greek God!!Any air breathing woman who has sight will love this movie based just on that fact alone. But go because it's an excellent film.

Comment by Barbie on Movie Review: 300 Reasons Why You Shouldn't Feel Bad About Skipping 300

Thu, 15 Mar 2007 09:27:04 EDT

300 was pure entertainment and that is what going to the movies should be to escape for a little while from our mundane lives. 300 rates high compared to the quality of movies out today! 300 was a totally unique experience compared to any other movie I have ever attended which says alot. Most weekends I just yawn as there is nothing interesting to see at the theatres and I would rather wait for the dvd to come out or even longer to be shown on the one of the movie channels.

Comment by Jamie Cason-VanLuven on Movie Review: 300 Reasons Why You Shouldn't Feel Bad About Skipping 300

Wed, 14 Mar 2007 21:29:37 EDT

This article is RIDICULOUS!(Except for the fact, NOT ONE BAD WORD ABOUT GB) I am a woman and I am NOT into blood and gore by any means. BUT I went and seen this film souly for the reason being GERARD BUTLER !!! I thought the special effects was awesome.Mainly the battle scenes that made it where I... was able to watch it!And the LOVE scene Ooooh I wanted to jump on the screen ! lol Gorgeous Behind! If he was MY KING I would follow him ANYWHERE!! 3 THUMBS UP!!! Jamie

Comment by Ray Wong on Movie Review: 300 Reasons Why You Shouldn't Feel Bad About Skipping 300

Wed, 14 Mar 2007 15:08:42 EDT

i liked the film and gave it a good review here on Blogcritic and my own site (check mine out ;) ) but no, I don't think it's the best thing since sliced bread. It is what it is, with impressive visuals. As a critic, I also understand that not everyone will agree with me, and I certainly don't necessarily agree with everyone. They are all OPINIONS. I find it very amusing that when someone doesn't agree with a critic, they lash out as if the reviewer is some kind of a moron for not liking what they do. Chill. If you're going to see it 16 thousand times, no one is going to stop you and you can tell everyone how much you like it, but don't attack someone else because they don't. "I'm so cool by not liking what is popular" -- puleese, do we need to be so infantile?

Comment by Kaonashi on Movie Review: 300 Reasons Why You Shouldn't Feel Bad About Skipping 300

Wed, 14 Mar 2007 13:24:01 EDT

It takes some guts to admit that you didn't like a film that has lots of fans. I may not agree with everything you've said in your piece, but that's cool. I'd give Xerxes another looksee though, because underneath all that silly makeup, Rodrigo Santoro is a hottie!

Comment by zingzing on Movie Review: 300 Reasons Why You Shouldn't Feel Bad About Skipping 300

Wed, 14 Mar 2007 13:08:06 EDT

j.j.: "Wow, I was wondering how long it would take before a "I try to be cool by not liking what's popular" critic would show up. What took you?" that's the worst argument in the book. she didn't like the movie all the kids like because she's trying to be cool? yeah... all the kids like the aloof one. mmhmm. sure. look at the most popular movies of the past few weeks before this. was "ghostrider" any good? what was #1 before that? that drew barrymore movie? did you go see that? you sure have pretty broad tastes if you like everything that everybody else likes. look. this review was written by a woman. women are not this movie's target audience, to be sure, as it is full of buff men in very little clothing, getting all sweaty and yelling incoherant nothings at other bronzed charles atlas types. mmm. and attacking her production credits... oh... how lovely. did you go searching on the internet for those? low, man, low.

Comment by Chris Beaumont on Movie Review: 300 Reasons Why You Shouldn't Feel Bad About Skipping 300

Wed, 14 Mar 2007 11:58:17 EDT

Just be sure not to assume that someone who has similar thoughts is going along with the flock.

Comment by writnkitten on Movie Review: 300 Reasons Why You Shouldn't Feel Bad About Skipping 300

Wed, 14 Mar 2007 11:36:55 EDT

thank god for original thinkers who speak out and don't follow the flock just because that's what everyone else does! i always seem to go against the popular opinion, glad to see i'm not alone. keep up the good work.

Comment by Chris Beaumont on Movie Review: 300 Reasons Why You Shouldn't Feel Bad About Skipping 300

Wed, 14 Mar 2007 09:32:28 EDT

You should check out my review, perhaps it'll change your mind? :) I have no problem with differing reviews, so long as hey have a reason to. All too often people just say "I don't like it" but cannot say why. This review made perfect sense in reasoning, I respect that. There have been cases where I have been in the minority, or just opposition to the prevailing thoughts.

Comment by Ruvy in Jerusalem on Movie Review: 300 Reasons Why You Shouldn't Feel Bad About Skipping 300

Wed, 14 Mar 2007 08:28:05 EDT

Good to see you coming to the defense of another critic whom you disagree with. Knowing the story well as I do, I would not waste 35 shekels to see this movie based on this review.

Comment by Chris Beaumont on Movie Review: 300 Reasons Why You Shouldn't Feel Bad About Skipping 300

Wed, 14 Mar 2007 07:35:32 EDT

Is it so hard to believe that someone could not like the movie? Or that they would expect a little more out of it? I guess not, or else you wouldn't have posted. I loved the movie, think it is masterful and the best new release thus far this year, but I do understand that not everyone is going to agree. WOuld you rather everyone just regurgitated the same praise? This review is well written and brings another point of view to the table.

Comment by J.J. Hunsecker on Movie Review: 300 Reasons Why You Shouldn't Feel Bad About Skipping 300

Tue, 13 Mar 2007 21:38:04 EDT

Wow, I was wondering how long it would take before a "I try to be cool by not liking what's popular" critic would show up. What took you? "The only problem is the story isn't deep enough to analyze." Let me get this straight, you take it too task for just being a big, dumb, action movie when that's all it's trying to be. I know you probably paid a lot for that MFA, but you don't need to use it all the time. Although since you want to discuss story, it now makes sense that you describe yourself as the generic "TV producer" rather than having to fess up to the actual credit of "Hogan Knows Best". By the way, did you watch "Star Wars" and count the number of "Hidden Fortress" rip-offs? Or do your film references only go back to 1977

Comment by sarah on Movie Review: 300 Reasons Why You Shouldn't Feel Bad About Skipping 300

Tue, 13 Mar 2007 17:32:45 EDT

Ok.... I was very excitied to view the movie 300. It didn't quiet meet up to my exspectations, but it did a very good job. I thought the graphics and the characters looked awesome on the screen. It was a very well done movie. Now about everyone saying that this movie is a direct hit towards people of the Iran, BULLSh*t! People read to much into stuff, and all it is, is just plain DRAMA! You can sit and watch almost any movie, and in everyone, someone is "the Bad guy". Its called the movie's plot. And with 300 case being actual history... Come on now, if it happened it happened. Can we not enjoy movies that have historic background in them, beacause somebody will be upset cause their great great daddy is protraded to be bad? Besides, Leonidas even said to Xersus that his army was made up of slaves. Meaning that the people didn't want to be there. So I am not here to bash anyone, but please.... save the all the drama for the actual movie screens!