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• So-so
  Written July 3, 2008

  Somebody rescue me - except Hancock!

  by saintandrew

  What a wonderful and funny premise for a movie! Superhero who doesn't give a crap, has low self-esteem, and causes more damage than his super powers create relief. And although Will Smith is a talented actor, the script falls apart faster than Hancock can save it. Don't get me wrong, there are some funny parts and then there are some serious parts. That is, unfortunately the problem. The film can't decide if it's a comedy or if it's a drama. The understory tries to answers all the questions the character's presence conjures up, unfortunately it's just a little too neat and tidy. The convenience of the secret character's proximity to Hancock is poorly thought out and it just makes the second half of the film drag - which is really bad for a film that doesn't reach 100 minutes. This is a great rental film, an "I'm bored and have nothing else to do." film (at matinee prices), or an "I'm a huge Will Smith fan and I gotta see it!" film. Just don't expect too much going in and it will be OK.

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  Written July 18, 2008

  He Produces

  by Messum45

  Will Smith is the King of summer blockbusters......Some may be corny but that all deliver just what we need for the summer. That Will Smith Humor and the right amount of action that everyone can enjoy

  • 26 out of 28 found this review helpful.
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  Written July 6, 2008

  Enjoyable, not exactly Oscar material

  by Joshuaaaaaa

  I saw Hancock on the 4th of July and wasn't disappointed. It wasn't exactly like seeing Casablanca, and I was definitely entertained. I thought that overall the actors did a "good job" and that the story was interesting. The explanation of Hancock's powers took me by surprise. A couple of people have suggested to me that they are setting up the movie for a sequel and/or prequel, and I could see that happening. There is some language, which might upset parents with younger children, even though ironically some of the language is delivered by younger children and there's plenty of violence, although very little blood.
  
  I thought that the ending (except for one "big" thing) was fairly predictable, and that's okay. I think that this was a movie where the producers wanted the audience to have an overall positive experience.
  
  To me, this is one of those movies I'm glad I saw, that I won't buy on DVD, and that I will watch if its on TV.

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• Must Go!
  Written July 2, 2008

  Great

  by xxbmwxx

  good story, great plot...
  lots of action, with a brilliant twist
  
  i like how people are bagging on the movie without even seeing it...
  people who actually pay and see the movie should be giving reviews, not kids who have nothing better to do.
  
  Will smith like always, is a great actor in this movie
  Recommmmend it definitely

  • 26 out of 31 found this review helpful.
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  Written August 27, 2009

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    Funny *** superheroes kick ***!

  by redyeah

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  Written July 4, 2008

  Han-caca

  by elderpreacher

  My wife and I are huge Will Smith fans but we were totally disappointed by this flick. The film starts fairly strong but the plot twist in the middle is just plain stupid and the movie keeps sinking till the end. The concept of a flawed superhero rising up to the challenge has so much potential and the film clearly has a talented cast, but these poor actors got stuck with terrible dialog and a ridiculous plot. If you absolutely must see it, at least wait for it to come to your local Redbox so it only costs you a buck.

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• Must Go!
  Written July 4, 2008

  Great movie, ignore the critics

  by ruflyer

  People who didn't like this movie went in expecting 1 of 2 things; a comedy from beginning to end or the typical superhero movie. Hancock was neither one. You have to go into this movie expecting something different. I loved Iron Man but it was the same ol' superhero movie you see about 10 times every summer. Hancock was a "breath of fresh air" as so many other people have put it. Great comedy, great special effects, great acting, and a pretty darn intense ending. My personal favorite of the summer so far... sorry Iron Man.

  • 18 out of 21 found this review helpful.
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• Must Go!
  Written July 11, 2008

  Conspiracy?

  by bkeene12

  I went with my kids. They wanted to see it. I begrudgingly threw down $22 to view what headline critics deemed as a train wreck. Iron Man, Hulk and Wall-e were under my belt so I figured one bad movie could be tolerated.
  
  Bad is not the correct word to describe this movie- or any other negative handed out by those that review movies for a living. In fact, I do wonder if there is some sort of conspiracy amongst them to slam what I think is one of the best movies this summer... probably this year.
  
  It is the total package. The film puts a smile on your face, a laugh that pushes a tear out your eye and makes you want to pump your fist while surprising you just when you least expect it.
  
  In fact, all those reviews I read sort of spoiled some of what this movie had to offer... you see I sat there wondering the when it was going to get bad instead of enjoying it as much as I could of- don't make the same mistake. This a good one.
  
  

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• Must Go!
  Written July 3, 2008

  Don't buy into the bad critics hype. This is a good one.

  by Chas in Maryland

  Just saw this tonight. Really good movie. You should see for yourself. There's so much I could comment on but I don't want to spoil any of it for those who haven't seen it yet. Well worth it!

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• Must Go!
  Written July 23, 2008

  Super Hero with a twist

  by d_dawg

  It wasn't the best super hero movie but it was very refreshing to see a hero with more attributes like the rest of us. I'd definitely recomend it to any family with kids old enough to hear a few bad words.

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  Written September 11, 2008

  Great first half, second half left something to be desired

  by aswing

  I saw Hancock at an independent theater last week and like the title indicates the first 45 minutes was well done. I really enjoyed it until the unexpected but not so unexpected twist came about. You can see some twist coming if you pay attention to it.
  
  After dropping the bombshell to the viewing audience, the movie spends too much time trying to explain itself. I believe it is because the twist is too complicated for its own good. The movie sets itself up for a sequel. It might be a prequel of how Hancock became Hancock.
  
  Good acting by the stars of the movie. My official recommendation is between a so-so and go. Its a great rental or DVD purchase especially with an adequate or better home theater system.
  
  Last thing: How this movie is PG-13 I have no idea. They must have paid lots of money to the MPAA. The language was atrocious for a PG-13 film. The prison scene alone could be R worthy.

  • 14 out of 16 found this review helpful.
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• Must Go!
  Written July 3, 2008

  Great Date Movie!

  by panchoe

  We had a great time. I highly recommend it.

  • 16 out of 21 found this review helpful.
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• Must Go!
  Written July 5, 2008

  Hancock is Awesome

  by Sam4321

  Hancock is a really good movie. its a must see movie for people who are fans of will smith. i dont recommend that you dont take anybody under 10 years old to see that movie.

  • 13 out of 15 found this review helpful.
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• Must Go!
  Written July 19, 2008

  Loved It!

  by suprsuprsweet7

  omg one of the best movies i have ever seen! i think will smith is a wonderful acter!
  i admit the st 10 minutes of the movie i was bored but thn it got great! i was little on the edge of my seat for the last 30 mintues of the movie i even almost started crying at one point!
  
  wonderful wonderful movie!
  
  i even took my 7year old sister and she LOVED it !
  great for all ages!
  
  go see it if you havent yet!
  its soooo worth the money!

  • 13 out of 16 found this review helpful.
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• Must Go!
  Written July 5, 2008

  Great Take on the Superhero Genre

  by tedavis

  Hancock gets a A- minus for attempting to bring an interesting, humorous, and action packed superhero to the summer movie screens. The movie has some unique and at times laugh out loud moments. The acting and special effects are superb!. Will Smith is charmastic actor who is the movie's glue. The support actors such as Theron and Bateman hold their own and present some unique characters. Go ahead and see this movie!!!.
  
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  • 10 out of 11 found this review helpful.
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