Life of PiMovie Reviews

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    Written January 15, 2013

    Mind opening

    by jstrow

    This film asks basic questions: What is perception? What is memory? The story told cinematically and the story told to the shipping company end up at the same point but are vastly different. The cinematography at several points clearly conveys the perception of the character experiencing it. Film was exactly the right medium for this story.

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    Written January 4, 2013

    An incredibly beautiful movie

    by darkmodge

    I absolutely loved the story in this movie. Full of surprises and thought provoking scenes. The cinematography was literally "through the roof". There's a pool scene filmed from below the swimmers. You can see the clouds in the sky through the water and it takes on the illusion that everyone is flying. This movie is full of magical photography that fills the senses like this scene. Such and amazing adventure and very well portrayed. This movie moved me to tears toward the end. My nine year old daughter as well!

    I walked out of the Theater re-thinking so many things about life. I highly recommend this show. One of the best I have seen in many years. 2 thumbs way up.

    • 5 out of 6 found this review helpful.
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  • Must Go!
    Written December 8, 2012

    How do they do it?

    by blcj12

    Mesmerizing. Visuals great. Had to see it a second time. Wanted to see it a third time. Want DVD! Good story, although accent sometimes hard to understand. Great acting. Reminiscent of Slumdog Millionnaire acting. Great talent. Hope it's up for an award. Wish the promos had been more dynamic. Not enough people in theaters. They don't know what they are missing! Exciting adventure. Good picture into some ways of Indian life. Can't say enough good things about this movie. Photography, lighting excellent. Interesting take when the tiger was in the water looking up into the boat - looked helpless and vulnerable, like a kitten. Wish there had been an "after the movie" show about how the movie was made. Maybe on DVD. From the time the ship sank the film was breathtaking. Pi's lament at the end reminded me of Tom Hanks losing Wilbur on Castaway. Life of Pi is a treasure.

    • 6 out of 8 found this review helpful.
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    Written November 25, 2012

    Nearly perfect.

    by Squirrel Dude

    Though I never read the novel, I remember it's popularity. With that in mind, I had no idea what to expect. I enjoyed watching this film. Cinematography was incredible, I couldn't tell sometimes what was real, and what was computer generated. Without giving anything away, I really enjoyed a respected story dealing with issues of philosophy, religion (faith) and what your beliefs are, in general. I always enjoy stories of shipwreck and survival, and while, fictional, it provides the issue of what version do you believe.

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  • Must Go!
    Written December 10, 2012

    stunning and thought provoking

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    This was a gorgeous movie and did justice to the book--although the book explored Pi's inner life a bit more. Definitely see it in 3D--it's the kind of movie 3D was made for!! The storyline is fantastic and very gripping, but also spiritually deep. Parents, be careful -- this is a movie that young people may find scary. Several parents carted their kids out, most of them looked under 10. I think this is a movie to see with friends so you can talk about it afterward. It's an amazing experience.

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    Written November 26, 2012

    wonderful story

    by fishfry45

    Beautifully done. A little slow in parts, but probably unavoidable, as they are lost at sea. The actor who played Pi was extremely good. Loved the tiger and the animals, the night plankton; cinematography and special effects do not disappoint.

    • 8 out of 12 found this review helpful.
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    Written December 26, 2012

    Spectacular filmmaking

    by findmeamovie

    I saw this film a few weeks ago, and I am still thinking about it now. Dazzling cinematography. Do spend the money to see it in 3D, as there are a few neat tricks that wouild otherwise be missed. Go see the movie also for the spiritual journey and the spiritual metaphors.

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

    Spectacular!

    by Alon Patterson

    Impossible to imagine how this film was made. On the surface it seems simple enough, that is until you actually begin to think about it. This was an accomplished feat like none other in film making AND it shows as the viewer becomes engaged in its beauty, spirited adventure and breathtaking fantasy! If you miss this one on the big screen you?ve definitely missed one of the top 50 films ever made. Simply put: it's perfect. What more than a movie-goer expect for their ticket price than an incredible and unforgettable experience like none other? See it. You won't be disappointed.

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    Written December 25, 2012

    Life of Pi

    by smileyszoo

    I enjoyed this movie with my husband, and 2 sons ages 13 and 9. The 13 year old was very engaged in the movie as soon as it started. My 9 year old had a harder time with some of the scenes on the boat. The fight for life was a little more than he was prepared for but he enjoyed the movie as a whole as well. I have not read the book but I am going to be looking for it very soon.

    I loved his spiritual journey through the book and the ending was awesome!

    • 22 out of 40 found this review helpful.
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    Written March 24, 2013

    Had A Very Deep Message

    by dreemurgyrll99

    This movie was amazing, but very slow plot development. With the sub-plot in the background (the "interview"), the main story of the shipwreck was slow. It slowly gained speed and captured the attention of the viewer as time wore on. As Pi and his feline companion continue their journey to get home there are many discrepancies and the end is a general bore. *SPOILER* It is never confirmed whether Pi's original story is fact or a lie all along. *SPOILER ENDS*

    In conclusion, great plot line, good message, not for children under 10, good cinematography, good acting, but SLOW plot progress.

    • 4 out of 4 found this review helpful.
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    Written November 25, 2012

    Life of Pi

    by denisehill_01

    The accents were difficult to understand at times, but if you listen closely you can understand it. The movie was beautiful. A sweet and yet sad story. I would recommend it.

    • 14 out of 24 found this review helpful.
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    Written December 3, 2012

    Brilliant

    by whalesister

    I was worried the movie would ruin one of my favorite books, but "Life of Pi" turned out to be the best movie I've seen since I can't remember when. Everyone in my family loved it, from the teenage boy and girl to the college students and Mom and Dad. Beautiful cinematography, brilliant script, and an exciting story you can't stop thinking about. Everyone keeps saying, "I want to see that again!"

    We'll definitely be buying this one when it comes out.

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    Written December 26, 2012

    Life of Pi

    by DCLaxfan

    I haven't read the book, but I enjoyed the movie. It was interesting and thought provoking. Spoiler alert, so don't continue if you haven't seen the movie: I really liked the part at the end that had you guessing whether Pi's story was a fantasy or not. I paid the extra $5 to see the movie in 3D, but I think it wasn't worth it as the 3D effects were just okay.

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  • Oh No!
    Written December 18, 2012

    I got up and walked out.

    by dbryant036

    Ok, I am a movie buff and love science fiction, great animation, a good story line,etc. However, this movie was such a bore. I got up and walked out before the end of the movie. I saw another lady leave in the first 40 minutes. Had they began the interview with PI then stuck to the movie and came back to the interview with Pi at the very end it would have been OK. But they kept cutting back and forth from the interview the Pi to the story. BLAH!

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    Written November 26, 2012

    Nice story of survival and companionship

    by buffetfan1102

    This is a nice story of a boy who survivals a terribel ordeal. Scary yet powerful. It is a fantasy but well told. I did not read the book so don't know how close it is. I enjoyed this movie

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