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  Written February 2, 2008

  A Masterpiece

  by collin6554

  "There Will Be Blood" is an incredibly polarizing film. Take for example when I saw it with some friends of mine. After the film was over, I applauded. A friend of mine said, "That was stupid. We then proceeded to argue for the rest of the night. The basic thing about "There Will Be Blood" is that you can't go into it expecting to get something out of it. Much like the protagonist, Daniel Plainview (the out of this world Daniel Day-Lewis), this film has nothing to give. All it asks is that you sit back and enjoy the story that the master that is Paul Thomas Anderson is about to unravel for you. Similarly, don't go into this film expecting to be uplifted. My Dad goes to films to be uplifted, and he left this one sorely disappointed. All that said, this is an absolute masterpiece that will very soon be counted amongst the top films of all time. "I drink your milkshake! I drink it up! DRAINAGE!"

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  Written January 18, 2008

  Best movie of the year.

  by badhorsie

  This movie shows just how involving character acting can be. Not for someone who wants to see explosions or "Rush Hour", but made for those who appreciate a good artistic approach to movie making. Daniel Day-Lewis transforms into a character that simply dominates the film from beginning to end. His presence alone is so good, that for the first 10 or so minutes of the film, there isn't even any audible dialogue; just his acting and showing the roots of how he becomes Daniel Planview, the oil man. So precise, that when he signs his name on a document, he uses a writing style of the period of the film. I knew in the first few minutes of the film that I wanted to see it again, and will do so. The only drawback of the entire piece could be said of the dissonant, and at times, iritating score. I left out musical when describing the score on purpose. Even though the film is 2hrs 38 minutes, it goes by rather quickly, and I left wanting more.

  • 20 out of 28 found this review helpful.
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  Written February 3, 2008

  A Love it or Hate it Movie...

  by vizionquest

  This is one of those movies that you will either love or hate. If you are a person that likes deep character developments, plots that mostly involve character interactions, and plots that aren't tied up at the end (think Sopranos fade to black), then this movie is for you. If you don't like any of the above, then don't see this movie!! I personally really liked the movie because I like movies that delve into characters, but this might be a bear for people to sit through for people that like action packed movies. A 2 hour and 40 minute bear sitting on your lap top be exact. Overall I would recommend this movie if you have a rainy Sunday afternoon to burn and then talk about it over an early dinner. A good discussion can be had about the moral compass of the main characters. Daniel Day Lewis was Phenomenal as usual and Paul Dano was quite a nice surprise.

  • 19 out of 27 found this review helpful.
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  Written January 24, 2008

  Unexpectedly riveting

  by movie_doc

  I went to this movie after my wife convinced me. Never liked Daniel Day Lewis. Didn't care for Last of the Mohicans or any other of his movies. But we were mesmerized! This movie was compelling from start to finish. Great period piece. Lewis' performance was impeccable as an eccentric oil tycoon. You found yourself wondering his next move at every turn. A bit long; however each scene was necessary. Couldn't stop thinking about it. I am writing this review a MONTH later!

  • 12 out of 16 found this review helpful.
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  Written January 11, 2008

  Brilliant and Very Complex

  by modern_horrorshow

  This movie was a brilliant piece that focused itself on the dynamic character acted out by Daniel Day-Lewis. I cannot divulge too much information, for one, because you must see this for yourself, but even more so...I need to see it again. Much like the recently released No Country For Old Men, there is much to absorb and analyze (more so in Blood). At 2+ hours, it covers a deal of cinematic ground and as well as a slew events in the life of the film's main character and some of the supporting roles. I must warn you that this film will not satisfy the average moviegoer. You must enter with an open mind and leave this film in though and hopefully some spirited conversation.

  • 11 out of 14 found this review helpful.
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  Written February 2, 2008

  epic

  by allezallez

  Strange, hauntingly beautiful film shot and told on an epic scale. PTA's visual instincts are ON and he takes his time unfolding them without any fancy camera moves or technojunk.
  DDLewis is riveting and despite what others have said I think Paul Dano holds his ground in his portrayal of Eli Sunday.
  It sticks with you...like a person you just met at a party and hope to run into again.

  • 11 out of 14 found this review helpful.
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  Written February 2, 2008

  Much More Than Blood

  by amamoviecritic

  Clearly an adaptation of Upton Sinclair?s work, Oil, with threads of Giant, Elmer Gantry, and Gangs of New York emoting from a deep character study of a man spinning into moral decay and corruption as he gains in wealth and ill-gotten power. Daniel Day-Lewis is clearly the man for the role and he appears completely absorbed in the character of Daniel Plainview, believably evolving into a wretched and disturbed shell of a person as he systematically sheds himself of anything that would keep his self-absorption from seizing control. With the fine exception of Paul Dano sparring nicely as Eli Sunday, a rather dismal, power-hungry character himself (whom we later climatically see…oops, a spoiler averted), the rest are appendages to Daniel Day-Lewis? romp in mania. He starts and remains intense and consistently a man willing to sacrifice anything and anyone, including any vestiges of humanity within himself, to accomplish his goal of ?success.?

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  Written April 17, 2008

  There will be boredom

  by damob

  Well that time is gone from my life never to be had again. Left the cinema uninspired, unentertained and even uneducated. Sure Daniel Day-Lewis puts in a good performance, but the quirky character was similar to what I have seen from him before in Gangs of NY. Maybe wait for DVD, or even TV. But then again, critics love it???

  • 24 out of 40 found this review helpful.
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  Written February 2, 2008

  Cream of the Crop

  by TroceroQuijas

  The last movie I seen that was this good was Lawrence of Arabia. Yeah theres thousands of good movies, but few great. This one is truely Great. This is what filmaking is all about. This is Art. Possibly my favorite movie ever.

  • 11 out of 15 found this review helpful.
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  Written February 17, 2008

  Three great forces rule the world: stupidity, fear and greed.-Albert Einstein

  by Easy Tiger

  This is a movie never content to just bask in it's own masochistic sensationalism. It is raw, gripping and enthralling macabre film noir. This movie grabs hold of you and once it does it won't let go, even long after you leave the theater. Lewis's potrayal of Dan Plainview is superb to say the least. He doesn't as much portay him as he does embody him. Dan Plainview is enigmatic, bold & psychotic. Paul Dano as Paul/Eli Sunday also is perfection, his performance is so intense, it's remarkable & breathtaking. I also loved Russell Harvard as the older HW Plainview, Dan's son. The scene where he confronts his father is one of the more gripping (and there are many) within the film. You can't help but feel for his son, and through that scene you can't help but truly see Dan Plainview for who he indeed truly is as a father. It's a movie that will shake your own conscience to it's very core. Once greed grips your heart, it can destroy you and your world with it.

  • 9 out of 12 found this review helpful.
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  Written February 10, 2008

  Absolutely Worst Movie of All Time

  by goodmoviesgonebad

  Okay, I normally don't have a problem watching movies that have deep meaning or requires thinking. But for goodness sake, I can't believe this movie was so hyped up!! Was this movie ever even #1 at the box office at anytime?? This movie was a drag, (almost) as exciting as watching butter melt. Entire waste of money. And it is long as heck. I kept waiting for it to turn the corner and become interesting, but it never happened. It is not that original or clever, its about a crazy money hungry man that looks for oil and betrays anyone in his way. Oh yeah, it really takes a genius to come up with this plot line! The acting was okay but I came to the movies to be entertained, not fall asleep. I never write reviews, but this one was just so, so bad that I felt it was my job to warn you. Many of the critics out there that recommend this movie must be losing it. Do yourself a favor and don't watch this movie, you will feel violated and ripped off afterwards. WORST MOVIE OF ALL-TIME!

  • 8 out of 10 found this review helpful.
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  Written January 31, 2008

  Daniel Day Lewis will win Oscar hands down

  by bwayneo

  The performance by Daniel Day Lewis in this movie was Oscar worthy. If he doesn't win the Oscar, I will be completely shocked. Had he not been in this movie, it would not have been nearly as good, but he made this movie. A great film all around. A little bit long, but well worth the time. It hits on topics such as greed, religion, family, jealousy, as well as many others. Go see it!!

  • 9 out of 12 found this review helpful.
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  Written March 24, 2008

  Much more than expected

  by CamNYC

  I was honestly captivated from beginning to end. A friend convinced me to purchase tickets to see this movie; although I was not too thrilled to go. I heard about the Oscar wins and other nominations this film has received. However, there are many Oscar-winning films that are, frankly, quite boring. I must state that this film is truly remarkable. Great plot, excellent acting, and a cast that was well-put together. You will not be disappointed.

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  Written February 2, 2008

  Great work but with imperfections...

  by rag5891

  "There Will Be Blood" is a modern-day "Citizen Kane" as directed by Stanley Kubrick. The movie is brilliantly directed, and photographed, and Daniel Day Lewis has an amazing performance, but ultimately the material just is not capable of being loved. There is no narative flow, which puts the burden on the characters. Unfortunately, they tend to be flat. Additionally, I found the music to be distracting throughout the movie.
  
  As bad as that sounds, the movie is still a great piece of work for PT Anderson. The flaws are not gaping, but are there. "There Will Be Blood" is a must-see for fans of cinema. Just don't go in with the highest of expectations.

  • 17 out of 28 found this review helpful.
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  Written February 1, 2008

  Mesmerizing!

  by Matmovies

  This is a film that can wear you out with its intensity but that is not a derogatory remark. DD Lewis is simply breathtaking and the rest of the fairly small cast, particularly Paul Dano, are also outstanding. And the music and cinematography play their parts in contributing to this gripping and fascinating movie.

  • 8 out of 11 found this review helpful.
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