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  • Must Go!
    Written September 24, 2012

    Amazing

    by blackjackjester

    Clocking in at the perfect length for a mindless action-fest, Dredd delivers on every gruesome promise, without apologetically trying to explain every detail of it's dystopian future.

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  • So-so
    Written September 27, 2012

    DREDD

    by thedoctor777

    This is indeed a violent and bloody film. It's way over the top in graphic detailed killing scenes. However, I thought that the slow-motion scenes were excellent. The special effects were good (not great) and the acting was also only good, not great. The story line was very good and the film actually had a good plot. Because of the fact that the screenplay writer provided an excellent script,the director was able to follow it and do a fine job of direction in the film. If you are the least bit queasy then DO NOT go to this one, nor rent it when comes out on DVD. I gave it a so/so review because of excessive use of the F word and the over the top graphic killing sequences.

    • 8 out of 12 found this review helpful.
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  • Must Go!
    Written October 8, 2012

    Dredd Action Packed

    by thelonewarhawk

    When I see a film from Lionsgate, I usually have the phrase "action packed" come to mind. Dredd definitely did the phrase justice. From beginning to end, Dredd's action sequence keep the action junky at the edge of his/her seat. The brutality of some of the scenes are not for the feint of heart. Do not see this movie if graphic violence makes you queezy. I rate this one a 5 out of 5 stars in the action genre and a 4 out of 5 in the overall movie experience.

    • 8 out of 12 found this review helpful.
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  • Oh No!
    Written September 25, 2012

    Dredd was DREDDFULL

    by dwightstone

    Dont even think about seeing this save your money RUN RUN... the drug SLOWMOW they use in the movie is exactly what it feels like watching this...

    • 7 out of 10 found this review helpful.
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  • Must Go!
    Written October 7, 2012

    Over delivered!

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    I thought it was going to be a high res version of some sci-fi channel crap, but I was blown away! It wasn't cheesy, it's wasn't bland, or too brainless killing-ish. It was solid, the characters were good, the plot held water, and the action was superb.

    I honest thought this would royally suck, but was very very happily surprised!

    • 5 out of 6 found this review helpful.
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  • No
    Written September 24, 2012

    Boring and creepy

    by basketballbodeman

    The whole movie is the same thing over and over it seems that every scene is essentially the same. Also some of the scenes are down right disturbing. Slow motion scenes are poorly timed. I am usually intruiged by the futuristic society movies but this doesnt have much to do with society it is all about one group and destroying them.

    • 11 out of 18 found this review helpful.
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    Written September 28, 2012

    This is an extremely good/intense action movie

    by perfectunion_2005

    Like I said, this movie succeeds in what in sets out to do. It's not meant to be some complicated thriller that aims to make you think a lot. It's a straight up, in your face action movie loaded with tons of action and violence/explosions/imaginative ways to destroy the bad guys.
    The plot is fairly simple, the beginning of the movie has a couple dragging moments but doesn't detract from the movie because these moments are basically background and explaining the plot.
    Anyway, Karl Urban is superb as Dredd and his psychic sidekick Judge humanizes and even adds to the story some.
    The villain is one of the most evil people I've seen in a movie for quite some time. Yes, there are some extremely gorey scenes but this movie is fueled by the good guys killing the bad guys and it's rated R (so that should say something).

    Bottom line: This movie deserves more credit than the critics give it and I loved it. A bit of a cross between Robocop and Diehard with a uniqueness of it's own.

    • 10 out of 16 found this review helpful.
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    Written September 24, 2012

    I liked it

    by gravespy720

    First and foremost, I'm starting by saying I'm not some comic book Judge Dredd fanboy. I do like comic books, but I'm not familiar enough with the series to speak intelligently about how the movie nailed/failed capturing Dredd in live action. The little I do know about the comics shows that they at least paid respect to it, by never showing Dredd's face or even really taking off his helmet. What I can say is that it's better than the Sylvester Stallone version from the 90's.

    Megacity 1 is portrayed a city that's been ravaged by the conditions of the world around and it definitely shows. The beginning of the movie sets up that the city is a hell hole and that crime runs rampant. The opening scene really kind of shows this as well. The entire movie takes place over a day or two really and I think this was a smart choice by the writers and directors which just shows how much **** happens in this city in one day.

    All in all. If you like gunplay and can stand gore. SEE IT!

    • 9 out of 14 found this review helpful.
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  • Go
    Written November 10, 2012

    Judge,Jury,and Executioner

    by geoelevation25

    Though Dredd has many cheesy moments, the self-satire is funny as hell and the visuals are very impressive. The violence is kind of an issue but its good enough.

    • 4 out of 4 found this review helpful.
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  • Must Go!
    Written September 24, 2012

    Dredd-Must See

    by Nemezez

    This is what the movie should have been! It sticks to the original graphic novel and takes away any limits, hence the R rating. I'll be seeing it again and buying the DVD!

    • 25 out of 46 found this review helpful.
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    Written September 29, 2012

    3 & 1/2 *s

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    If you're an action fan and can stomach slow motion close ups of head shots, you should definitely check this out in the theaters. I'd give it a higher rating if there were less gore.

    • 4 out of 4 found this review helpful.
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  • Must Go!
    Written October 1, 2012

    Best action movie of 2012

    by Adam-12

    I have seen this twice so far, once in 3D and another time in 2D. One of the best action movies I have seen this year. Forget all about the Stallone film and go see this, you will not be disappointed. Karl Urban is fast becoming a favorite of mine.

    Kiddies stay away, as this film is brutal in its delivery and very gory. It earned its R rating and I walked away satisfied.

    Please, please, please let there be a sequel.

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  • Must Go!
    Written September 29, 2012

    Great

    by mosdef10

    Much better than that steaming piece of crap from '95. Go to this movie expecting one thing, gore and endless violence. All the punks complaining about the lack of a plot deserve a swift kick in the junk. Go watch some girlie romance movie.

    • 11 out of 18 found this review helpful.
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  • So-so
    Written September 24, 2012

    Entertaining....wait for dvd release.

    by

    The story was okay. The characters were forgettable, except maybe Mama. The violence was gratuitous. It wasn't awful. It was moderately fun and entertaining. Meh. Don't expect a thrill ride like Sherlock Holmes or Batman or a story with twists and turns.

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  • Must Go!
    Written September 26, 2012

    Awesome

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    If yo're going to be entertained, you will be. Solid action movie. Amazing special effects that just put you in awe. It's awesome. Story was alright, but it didn't even need one really. Kept me in the whole time. I'll be excited if they make more of these.

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DREDD_BEATZ Just saw a truck spin off the road ...yall be careful

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rickgasko Just watched Dredd. It is nothing like the Sly film. Quite good, but VERY bloody. Bones plays Dredd, but you never see his face.

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ColinOrJames is Dredd a good movie? i just watched Judge Dredd and found it pretty meh, but i'll give the reboot a chance.

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love_cinema Speaking of Dredd, I thought it was solid. The gritty dystopian look was great and music was badass. Also loved Headey as a villain.

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michaelhudec Watching Judge Dredd makes me infinitely more appreciative of Dredd (which I already loved).

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