Red DawnMovie Reviews

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    Written November 25, 2012

    Red Dawn

    by Cruzanrx2k

    Pretty good overall....acting not as good as in original overall it gets a b- . If you haven't seen the original than you might think this one is great. Original movie is much better with the exception of the special forces guys that played in this one...these guys made it a little more exciting for about one second.

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    Written November 22, 2012

    Kill a Commie for Mommy!

    by JMC0802

    Great shoot-em up with lots of action and patriotism woven in. If you are a leftist....move on and go see the Life Of Pi. If you have red, white and blue blood watch it twice or more!

    • 5 out of 6 found this review helpful.
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    Written November 24, 2012

    1980 vs 2012

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    The main reason i went was the for my love of the original, if your looking to the see the same one as 1980 then dont go , it does run along the same story line with a few twist the action shots were a little better , BUT you still didnt get the dirt gritty feeling trying to survive like seding jennifer grey to scavange a bag of grocries, But if you havent seen the original there would be no conflict ad you would love it

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  • So-so
    Written December 31, 2012

    Red Dawn

    by amandad37

    If you like shooting and things being blown up then this is a movie for you. I didn't really like how it ended it kinda left you hanging.

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    Written December 1, 2012

    RED POOP

    by swaymbsc

    I thought this movie was going to suck and it kinda did. It wasn't as horrible as I thought it was going to be. One thing is for sure, Chris Hemsworth is no Patrick Swayze. Terrible casting and cheesy one liners. Not nearly as good as the original.

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    Written November 23, 2012

    No, its not as good as the original.

    by JenksHog

    If you come in with low expectations you will enjoy yourself. If you come in expecting this to be as good as the original you will want your money back. The premise of N Korea invading the US is too stupid for words.

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    Written November 25, 2012

    A great alternative to the other "Dawn" movie.

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    It has been a long time since I have seen the original. But when I saw that this movie was coming out, I knew I had to see it as soon as I could. The first thing that I noticed was that the beginning montage was almost ripped straight out of the Video Game Homefront. Coincidently (or not) that game had input from John Milius... the writer of the original Red Dawn.

    The only real complaint that I have is during one particular action scene, the camera is too bouncy and it is hard to make out the action. Overall, though, it was a joyfull ride and very welcome. This day in age, we all need something to remind us of the fighting spirit of America.

    In the end, if you crave a good action movie this holiday season, or if you are dragged to the other "Dawn" movie by your significant other, this movie makes a great alternative. You can even make a compromise... "We can see your Dawn movie, if we go to see mine as well."

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    Written December 9, 2012

    I Liked It

    by cinema cowboy

    I liked it but I think the first one was better, C Thomas Howell, Patrick Swayze and couple other young actors, being that it was a time of cold war and easier to believe such a thing could happen. The good stuff were the action scenes and cinematography, the bad stuff were the drama scenes after the battles. Oh ya one more thing, it might be more for young teens seeing that the plot, story had to do with high school kids.

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  • So-so
    Written November 22, 2012

    As Expected

    by rmoorlach

    Just like the original, do not go to this movie expecting to see anything close to reality. The introductory first few minutes were interesting and something the original movie lacked. This remake was largely true to the original. The original was made while I was in high school so this was my reason for going to see this remake.
    I don't plan on seeing it again, although I might rent it when it comes out on DVD.

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    Written November 26, 2012

    Pretty Good

    by simplyblue7

    It's a pretty good movie. The idea of the US being invaded and it's citizens having to defend it is scary but makes for a good story. Plenty of loopholes and some things weren't explained. The original is still a classic and still my favorite but this one isn't so bad and it's worth watching.

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    Written December 18, 2012

    Not to be Taken Seriously

    by imara90

    If you're going to sit through this movie, be prepared to suspend your disbelief and forget all about reality. The action was interesting but not much else. Action movies need to realize that they don't always need to force the requisite romance into every movie. But damn did Josh from Drake & Josh grow up!

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    Written November 25, 2012

    Red Dawn Shines!

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    Let me start off by saying I have never seen the original nor am I comparing it to the original. That being said, this movie was incredibly well done. At the beginning they showed everyone in the high school environment and it didnt seem genuine like high school today. But as soon as the first scene was over, its 100% action for the rest of the movie. Chris Hemsworth is the returned home marine older brother to Josh Peck. They gather some of their friends and name themselves the "Wolverines," their school mascot. A lot of gun action, explosions, and it was beautiful. Definitely worth going to the movies for. Red Dawn is one of the best movies out in theaters now.

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    Written November 22, 2012

    Lukewarm reviews but I loved it.

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    I went in with low expectations but ended up loving it. I am a bit of a survivalist at heart so I really loved the plot. Acting and plot so-so but bottom line, id go see it again. I just liked it!

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    Written November 22, 2012

    Not Happy

    by The Real Truth

    Should have never done a remake of this classic. Bad acting and b list actors make this a waste of your time and money. If you have to see this wait for DVD. Rating 3 out of 10.

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  • So-so
    Written November 29, 2012

    Remake of existing movie

    by Koatree

    This movie was poorly deleloped when compared with the original although the special effects were better. The movie left too many unanswered questions and many of the incidents were unrealistic. Russia and North korea invading the US? Red China I would believe but North Korea an Russia lack a sufficient population for the task.

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ZacBarger So Red Dawn was not all it was hyped up to be. Then again, those kind of movies are my worst enemy so. #whatcanyoudo

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enjoikris The new Red Dawn movie was goooood

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DerekPriester Red Dawn was such a good movie. I want to be a kick ass fighter like that one day

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Sincerely_Esmer I was crying throughout the whole time I was watching Red Dawn

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CBCebulski Just saw the Red Dawn remake. My big problem was the kid didn't yell "WOLVERIIIIIIINNNNNES!!" like the original. Need to drag out the I & N!

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