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Written March 31, 2013
Olympus Has Fallen

by jojolo6511

Great cast led by legendary actor Morgan Freeeman. Angela Bassett was amazing. Gerard Butler is a brillant actor. Aaron Eckhart plays a strong role as President. Antoine Fuqua was a great director. Some of the action scenes in the movie were and felt life like.
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Written March 27, 2013
OLYMPUS Has Fallen

by ERICK60

I have just come from seeing this movie and was very disappointed in the outcome. Now I'm a movie buff and look for the main story behind the story being told. I saw America as very weak and showing our military as weak and confused. In other countries this would not be allowed to be shown. There were children coming out of the movie saying that they would not every trust Koreans or Chinese. Is this want you wanted to show? Our country is being shown to others as easy to take over. Also the International World will believe what you shown at the White House and in Washington, DC is easy to over take.
What message are you trying to tell in this movie?
Understand what you have created can bring on hatered towards Asian People. This is not only a movie but a strong message of WHAT in your eyes? There are many people in this world who are mental sick. What do you think they will see in this movie.
The Actors were excellent, but the story line was very poor and prejudice. I'm an American.
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Written April 1, 2013
A movie that keeps your interest from the first scene....

by matty150

This action packed movie had my interest from the beginning. Sure, its hard to believe anyone or group could penetrate the White House (Olympus), but once you accept that you can really sit back enjoy the movie. Gerard Butler played a one man army, getting back into the White House to rescue the Presidents' son, then the President himself. Morgan Freeman did a great job as the acting President, Angela Bassett was a cabinet member and Ashley Judd starred in a cameo roll which lasted all of about 5 minutes. If you like action, don't listen to the critics, go watch a good flick instead!
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Written March 31, 2013
Awesome!

by mstamey

The only thing I could have done without is long periods of shooting, exploding and pretty graphic violence, but certainly a nail biter from start to end. Somewhat predictable but that did not hurt. Loved Gerard Butler and Morgan Freeman!!!
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Written April 10, 2013
Action packed - albeit extremely violent

by MovieGammie

OK, I will start by saying this movie is loaded with bad language and extreme violence, but that is to be expected, it is Rated R. All that said, the action is nonstop, with a few twists here and there (one of them being rather predictable). Gerard Butler is excellent, doing his american accent to perfection LOL, and playing the rough and tough guy very well. Aaron Eckhart is also terrific, as is Morgan Freeman and others. The casting is successful. I went into the movie thinking ok, I am looking forward to action, but also believing there is no real way this could ever happen. Though some of it is unrealistic, you still can see how it is possible that our white house is more vulnerable than we think. That makes the movie more enjoyable, but opens up a different can of worms ;)
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Written March 25, 2013
Good flick!

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Didn't go to this movie with high expectations and boy was I surprised. This movie had just the right amount of action and semi-realism. Gerard Butler is the MAN! The cast and storyline meshed together so well I'd definitely go see it again. Most of us have seen movies with a 'this is how the world ends' or 'how many different ways we can imaginatively destroy major cities.' This one was WOW! Prepare to be shocked!
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Written March 24, 2013
Olympus

by halcrombk

I give this one a 7.5 out of 10. The premise for this picture is good. WHY the White house was taken and what, ultimately, the bad guys intended to do. (Watching the White House be taken by ANYBODY was disturbing, but it IS just a movie). The PROBLEM with "Olympus" is that it felt like a re-hash of the original "Die Hard". There were a few laughs but I kept waiting for Gerard Butler's character to say something equally witty as "Yippy-Ky-Yay, Mother F...er". Also, characters come and go very quickly and props seem to appear and then mysteriously disappear (watch for the trash trucks). Recommendation: GO!! Especially if you like gratuitous violence.
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Written March 31, 2013
olympus has fallen

by rasellner

not beleavable and does a disservice to our military, the secreat service and all of the security measures taken to protect our great nation. good action movie but as a member of the armed forces of the usa in the washington d. c. area there is no way in hell the backword north korean anything or anyone else could take or even think of holding the white house or brake our nuke codes. thank holywood again for misrepresenting our nation again and making us all look stupid. SGT Rich Sellner
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Written March 24, 2013
A ACTION PACKED MUST SEE!!!

by CPANDO5185

I loved this movie. If you like Action , a good story line,and the good in People you will love this movie. It was action packed rollar coaster ride. I have to say I would see this again and I usually do not say that about movies.. The thought is sobering in this day and times things like this do happen. I have to say the whole Audience cheered at on point but I don't want to give anything away. Go see it you won't be sorry.
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Written March 22, 2013
White House vs Korean thugs

by mister2tim

Olympus has fallen. Reviewed 3-22-2013

This full action movie is definitely an R rated Korean how-to on how to lay siege to the White House. The action barely ever stops and the very graphic violence never ceases. Gerard Butler, the hero, is just another job-dedicated-protector who battles the bad guys without remorse. The plot has no real suspense only action. Various fictitious dangers are injected into the screen play for graphic/dramatic effects. Keri Russell, as the hero?s wife, surely does deserve a better part but her presence was real and effective. The physical abuse, multiple killings and strong language makes this an adult only film. The showing of the U.S. Military as inept against terrorists in movies seems to be a common Hollywood stunt that really has no value.

Mr2Tim
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Written March 22, 2013
Olympus has Fallen

by vietsubvet

Keeps you on the edge of your seat the entire movie. Improbable, some actions taken by the characters not actual protocol , still a attention getting riveting movie. I' see it again for it's ability to hold my attention the entire movie.
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Written March 24, 2013
Olympus has fallen

by Debzword

Very intense, disturbing at times. Really brought back memories of 911 and how venerable our country is to attacks from other countries. Plot is a no brainer at the end. Graphics were great!
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Written March 25, 2013
Answers99

by answers999

This was one of the most exciting filmas I have ever seen. The shock of seeing the White House under attack and watching the President and other high officials abused, and in some cases killed was extraordinary movie making.
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Written March 23, 2013
Die Hard meets Under Siege. What Die Hard 5 should have been.

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Pretty much a combination of Die Hard movie crossed with Under Siege. I think it's what Die Hard 5 should have been. Make a few adjustments to the plot and stick John McClane in there, and you would be none the wiser. The plot is weak (even stupid at times) but appropriately develops a few characters for the inevitable hopeless hostage situation with the lone guy on the inside fights his way to victory all while taunting the bad guy. The action and pyrotechnics are over the top and I really enjoyed the action and tactical fighting. It's definitely worth seeing on the big screen if you like action movies.
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Written April 8, 2013
Best "Die Hard" movie of the year

by jtphilly15

If you approach this movie as a "Die Hard" movie, you're going to love it. Great action, great characters, and great action. And really really good action. The professional critics reviews I read were all caught up in the politics of the movie, and I honestly don't understand why. Give the analytical portion of your brain the night off, and enjoy having this movie boost your testosterone level.
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