Life of PiMovie Reviews

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    Written February 18, 2013

    patience with this one

    by Friedy

    This is a beautiful movie, told in a very patient way. It is visually breathtaking and you leave taking much of it with you. Even the way you look at the pet in your home will change. A bit long, but settle in and let the story unfold. I didn't rate it a "Must Go!" because it may not be for everyone. My 13 year old son and my elderly mother came along and both were impressed by the film. My son enjoyed analyzing the events in the story and what they might have meant. It definitely incites conversation.

    • 5 out of 5 found this review helpful.
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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 13, 2013

    Life of PI

    by roberttf

    Cinematography and visuals were wonderful. Great example of patience, understanding, courage, and determination. Location and effects were great. Young kids no, but teens need to think about this kind of challenge and could they do it. Too many today would give up, not enough instant rewards and gratification. Great message and story here.

    • 8 out of 11 found this review helpful.
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    Written November 25, 2012

    Excellent Movie

    by kiwicherokee

    This movie was very well directed and with a great cast. I love the message it brings and it is truly important for all Family members. I highly recommend it.

    • 6 out of 7 found this review helpful.
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    Written February 24, 2013

    Life of Pi - humourus and moving

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    This is one of the best movies I've seen in a long time, while I could see where the end may go and did go I still enjoyed the tears I shed and the smiles I shared. The special effects were awesome and the acting is outstanding. You feel as though you are with him on the sea feeling his loneliness and despair. I love the tiger and even though he's a beast you do feel he has a soul. Excellent movie, definitely a purchase when out in the stores. :)

    • 7 out of 9 found this review helpful.
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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 December 9, 2012

    Life of Pi

    by Elafntlvr

    This was a wonderful movie to see with my 12 year old daughter. I loved the message that this movie provides and I will take my 14 year old son to see this movie too. This is a wonderfully directed movie with beautiful cinematography!

    • 8 out of 11 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 December 5, 2012

    life of pi

    by george.ferretti

    it was a little tear jerker but i thought it could have used more action but it had a great story you could see it if you like a good storyline but little action

    • 16 out of 27 found this review helpful.
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    Written March 21, 2013

    Life of Pi

    by bill66912

    What an amazing way to tell a story! The scenery, acting and cinematography alone are wonderful, but the movie's message is even better. So glad to see a movie of this caliber receive so much public accliam. Must See / Must Own!

    • 5 out of 5 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 January 14, 2013

    Visually Stunning, Faithful Adaptation

    by dhig

    Beautiful movie. Was worried since the book is so amazing, but Ang Lee pulls it off. I saw it in 2D (my usual preference), but could see how the 3D is probably stunning given the attention to detail in the visuals. Superb acting and special effects. Wife and 10-year old daughter both loved it as well. A must see.

    • 6 out of 7 found this review helpful.
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    Written December 24, 2012

    Life of Pi

    by passey4fun

    I loved this film. It was beautifully acted, with superb cinematography and directing. I think I enjoyed it more because I had read the book, but I've talked to others who haven't read the book and still loved the film. I recommend it to anyone who loves quality movies with interesting and inspiring stories but without lots of violence (except for a few animal scenes), sex and terrible language.

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

    Life of PI

    by CHEVYRIDE

    My Wife and I went to see the Life Of PI were captivated by many animals used in the setting the color and move by veriety of colors thru the whole movie,and felt sudden rush and moved by the Tigers reactions thru the movie and Biblical story explained by PI A must see Movie.

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    Written November 27, 2012

    Thoughtful and Thoughtful

    by onekathryn

    I enjoyed this movie because it wasn't straightforward. And, if you don't get the hidden meaning during the movie, the Pi character explains it at the end. Beautifully shot, exquisite color, and lots of tense moments. Pi had a mountain to climb in his young life, as many of us do as well, and we always wonder how we will perform when extreme testing comes our way. Young Pi paid a dear price, due to the sheer hardness of his testing. It made me re-think how important it is to be ready when hard times come. The secret is to be able to think in the face of sheer terror--far easier said than done.

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