Life of PiMovie Reviews

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    Written February 9, 2013

    beautiful affects!

    by miami-mother-of-four

    This movie was great to go see with the whole family. That's really hard to do these days. Sure, parents suffer through kid's movies all the time, but trying taking your college kid, your middle-schooler, and elementary school children all to the same movie! So rare to find! We all loved it. I cried a couple of times. The cinematography was amazing!

    • 8 out of 11 found this review helpful.
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    Written January 15, 2013

    The Life of Pi

    by Chillun

    Probably the best screen adaptation of a novel I have seen in a long time. I was completely sucked in by the story and completely transfixed by the reveal. I was so drawn in by the story that there was a point where I actually thought to myself: "Oh, another weak script!" Only to realize that I had been fooled by the director and the script-- result AWESOME MOVIE!!! So awesome that I am unwilling to reveal any morsel of the plot!!

    Have fun watching this movie!!

    B~

    • 6 out of 7 found this review helpful.
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    Written December 5, 2012

    Visually Beautiful!

    by mwallaces3

    We saw this one in 3D and it was worth it when the fly fish started hitting me in the face and the tiger's claws ripped my shirt. Both versions of the story are captivating, I hope you can appreciate the ending.

    • 7 out of 9 found this review helpful.
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    Written November 29, 2012

    A SENSATIONAL FILM ABOUT A ZOO KEEPER'S SON SHIP-WRECKED IN THE PACIFIC OCEAN FOR 227 DAYS.

    by Peneflix

    Eleven years ago I read and relished Yann Martel's irresistible, allegorical "Life of Pi"; many pivotal books gradually sink into the vast recesses of one's mind, titles fade, but in this instance Pi's journey sunk its literary teeth into a comfortable corner of my memory; took up permanent residence, and in gratitude to Ang Lee's profoundly beautiful, visual production, a substantive, realistic vibrancy emerges as the tale unfolds...

    "Life of Pi" is a technological jewel: impeccable, magical cinematography (Claudio Miranda); 3-D intensely engaging, the viewer is embraced by nature's ferocity and enchantment. Underwater and celestial sequences, positively pregnant with the wizardry of man's imagination and skill...

    FIVE STARS!!!!!

    ***For full review please visit peneflix(dot)com!!!

    • 6 out of 7 found this review helpful.
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    Written November 27, 2012

    A Life of Magic

    by filmfanny

    Life of Pi is a visual feast. It should be an Oscar contender for cinematography. The story within a story is a bit of a disappointment as it takes away much suspense. However, there are wonderful moments that can be savored. One poignant scene made me cry; it was so incredibly touching without being maudlin. An overall gorgeous movie. I'll see it again.

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    Written December 3, 2012

    Love, love, loved it!

    by JR-NYC

    Beautifully done - this is a very rare filim in that it is as unique as it is interesting. Very refreshing to see something new and fresh at the cinema. The scenery is fabulous!

    • 7 out of 9 found this review helpful.
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    Written January 19, 2013

    Life Of PI

    by SteveLord

    LOP Is a "fantastic" story depicting the coming of age journey of a young Indian boy who demonstrates how strong character and belief in one's self, can help you get through the most difficult times of your life. Kudos to his parents for supporting his inquisitiveness as a growing boy. He knew he would make it through because his parents and culture planted a faith in his core being.

    • 6 out of 7 found this review helpful.
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    Written November 23, 2012

    Visual Treat

    by sirbosk1

    The camera work in this movie is superb. The ocean scenes were magnificent! The script was sort of out there but the photography of the wildlife and ocean scenes was magnificent.

    • 10 out of 15 found this review helpful.
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    Written February 4, 2013

    I liked it :-D

    by katebrewer123

    I loved this flick. Even after reading other reviews saying that it isn't for young children, I brought my 6year old daughter. She was bored and got lost in the symbolism and stories wthin a story layout, but i think the visual effects sprinkled throughout helped keep her attention on the movie. I, on the otherhand, enjoyed every minute of it. Definately worth watching - but may want to leave the kids at home for this one. :-)

    • 5 out of 6 found this review helpful.
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    Written November 26, 2012

    One of the greatest movie all time

    by jchen707

    This is the one great movie that you don't want to miss. The story was fascinating and the use of 3D technology was superb. You totally live with Pi through his incredible journey and can?t help gasping again and again. Highly recommend!

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    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

    Pi is a movie worth seeing

    by cmehner

    We enjoyed the excellent cinematography and unique story. The young Pi captured our hearts and imagination. It was nice to see a thought provoking show without the language or sex that so often prevails. We are both spiritual people and it is always refreshing when faith and religious beliefs are presented as part of the normal human experience without being exploited or ridiculed.

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    Written December 17, 2012

    Watched it twice

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    One of the best movies I've seen. The ah-ha effect is building up slowly and the big AH-HAAA comes right at the end where you least expect it, and completes the whole story to one piece where everything makes sense.

    There were a couple of scenes with cosmetic "imperfection", where the tiger didn't look as real as it should have but all in all they did an amazing job with the animation. Thru the whole movie you are convinced to be right there, by the boat, watching him struggle to survive and making sense out of everything that has happened (lost of his family, etc). The acting of all actors is top!

    Ang Lee was able to capture me from beginning to the end. The story is actually so touching that you never look around yourself. Your eyes are glued to the screen from start to end. Humor is planted with care to the precise moment where you'd allow yourself to rest and laugh, then he returns gently back to the drama.

    This movie is perfection.

    Thank you

    • 5 out of 6 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.

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

    Very true to the book

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    Anyone having read the book and enjoying that should not be disappointed by the movie. While no movie can follow a book to the letter, the Life of Pi is satisfyingly close. The actions of the tiger on the boat by in large were very well done and not cartoonish as some computer graphics tend to be. This is well worth seeing on the big screen.

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RN_Miyagi I've watched Life of Pi twice and I still don't get some parts... *sigh*

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marim_s "You know,my father was right. Richard Parker never saw me as his friend,after all we had been through, he didn't even look back"! #LifeOfPi

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RayFiasco Life Of Pi is up there for me, Avatar too…I saw Prometheus the other day as well…the visuals there were sick too

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jeremiahjw I liked the aspect ratio changes in Life of Pi, especially how the fish went outside the bars.

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karinacooper So, watched Life of Pi last night. I'm not ashamed to admit that it kind of broke my heart.

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