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  • The Book of Eli
  • Opened January 15, 2010 | Runtime:1 hr. 58 min.
  • R
    some brutal violence and language
  • Information for parents: Common Sense Media says Iffy for 17+. Read More
  • In the not-too-distant future, across the wasteland of what once was America, a lone warrior (Washington) must fight to bring civilization the knowledge that could be the key to its redemption and save the future of humanity.
  • Cast: Denzel Washington, Gary Oldman, Mila Kunis, Ray Stevenson, Jennifer Beals
  • Director: Albert Hughes
  • Genres: Sci-Fi Action, Action

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The Book of Eli Recent Fan Reviews

  • So-so

    THE BOOK OF ELI. A dreary tale. Grade: C (Based on advance VIP press preview on Jan. 14th. 2010)

    by MOVIES REVIEWER

    The Hughes brothers(Albert and Allen) directed this 118-min movie starring Denzel Washington, Mila Kunis, and Gary Oldman.

    Filmed using the RED digital camera, this bleak color-leached post-apocalyptic tale suffers from a serious case of plodding slow pacing. At almost 2 hours, it simply dragged on and on... and could have been shortened to 1.5hr with little loss to the plot.

    That said - the plot/story itself could be improved because there were a few glaring holes that would leave a intelligent movie-goer wondering 'huh???'. Gary Whitta's script needed major improvements.

    The action scenes were well-choreographed and the utilization of CGI was above average.

    Denzel's performance was lack-luster while Gary Oldman over-acted. Mila Kunis was a serious case of casting error - she looked too glam and totally out-of-place. Michael Gambon, Frances de la Tour, and Jennifer Beals turned in above-average performances.

    VERDICT:
    This movie needs a miracle.
    Wait for the DVD.

  • Must Go!

    Thoughtful Flick

    by bostonite52

    For post-apocalyptic fare, this is probably the best I have seen. Denzel humanizes a role that could have turned this film into just another blood and guts fight film. Great story, profound and clever. Great commentary on power of faith and misuse of religion. And it is great to see little Jackie from That 70s Show shine in a dramatic role. Gary Oldman was superb.

  • No

    Denzel Washington as a Bible toting fanatic on a mission from God!!!

    by screwylouie123456

    One synopsis I read put it this way "one man (Denzel Washington) fights to protect that sacred tome that could hold the key to the survival of the human race". Another, "a lone warrior (Washington) must fight to bring civilization the knowledge that could be the key to its redemption and save the future of humanity" I kept waiting to see how the Bible he carried was going to lead to survival of the human race or save the future of humanity.
    I'm still waiting!!!

    (If you want good vs evil, rent Stephen King's "The Stand". A great book made into a pretty decent flick)

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The Book of Eli Critic Reviews

So-so Avg. Critic Score out of 100 Metascore ® based on all critic ratings.

Critic scores range from 0 to 100, with higher scores indicating more favorable reviews.

  • 75
    San Francisco Chronicle | Mick LaSalle

    A dynamic story, sprinkled with some interesting ideas about the preciousness...

  • 75
    Chicago Sun-Times | Roger Ebert

    The film looks and feels good, and Washington's performance is the more uncanny...

  • 63
    Rolling Stone | Peter Travers

    The Book of Eli isn't as exciting or funny or inspiring as it wants and needs...

  • 63
    Washington Post | Michael O'Sullivan

    A hyper-violent, post-apocalyptic Western in the mold of "Mad Max" that can't...

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