Reign of Fire
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Movie Reviews of Reign of Fire
Movie Review: Let "Fire" Reign...
Summary: 5 Stars
"Reign of Fire" is a sci-fantasy film that assumes dragons are real, and once ruled the world before the coming of men. Now, they have been awakened, and the future world is bleak and overrun with the winged creatures. Quinn, the boy who discovered their underground lair and has now grown into manhood, presides over an abandoned English castle that harbors many survivors of the disaster. He is content merely to stay alive, but all that changes with the coming of the American Van Zant and his band of dragonslayers. Thus begins the final battle against the dragon menace in this brilliantly conceived storyline which is part Mad Max, part ID4, and part Jurassic Park. Quite simply, this is one of the best ideas for a "popcorn film" to ever come out of Hollywood, even if doesn't always live up to its potential. The actors deliver solid performances - especially Matthew McConaughey, who plays one of the coolest characters I can remember in recent history. The special effects are very special indeed, and the film's dragons look as real as anything you've ever seen on the big screen. The film does have its lulls from time to time, but overall it's a remarkable achievement that has been blasted by far too many critics. Do yourself a favor and give this one a try. I think it's destined to become a cult favorite.Movie Review: THIS MOVIE IS ON FIRE!!
Summary: 5 Stars
to each his own opinion i guess, but this movie couldn't have been any better than what it was. the cast, the story, the dragons. i don't think i need to say more, but i will. i loved it. it had a good point, that suspense of man against creature, and that bit of action that we all enjoy. it's a time of struggle, and with only a handful of people left, with only their will to survive, and a world full of hungry dragons who will win. a constant battle between man and beast. the fact that this is fantasy and the beauty of the dragons is what makes this movie great. matthew mcconaughey did his thing in this one. that shaved head, that strength, and that psychotic attitude of his fit him like a glove. he knew what he was doing and he was fighting these creatures with a fury seen only in his eyes. excellent role play by this man. let's not forget christian bale, another very talented actor in my book. here he saw the first, and lives with that every day, so he tries his best to be the leader and the only hope these people have. he stays strong and he fights for the survival of mankind. give this man a role and he delivers way better than the average actor. lots of stars for this one, it did it for me.Movie Review: A pyrotechnical B-movie masterpiece
Summary: 5 Stars
I honestly do not understand all the bad reviews that Reign of Fire received when it opened. Most people expected an Independence Day style brainless special effects vehicle and instead they got a slow paced character driven sci-fi flick. I guess these are the same people who thought XXX was a masterpiece. Anyway, I love Reign of Fire for everything it is and isn't. Matthew McConaughey (who it is great to see in another great movie without Hollywood gloss, see Frailty to see what I mean) brings to life one of his best roles in the dragonslaying Van Zan, while Christian Bale proves once again that he isn't just female eye candy (for another example see American Psycho). Both actors are fantastic, while X-Files film director Rob Bowman moves the film at a purposely slow pace so that every time we get a glimpse of a dragon it leaves the viewer wanting more and eventually getting it. The dragons themselves must be seen to be believed, they breathe, move, and stalk like one would imagine a dragon would in real life. All in all, Reign of Fire is a masterful high grade B-movie that shines without the Hollywood gloss, and is a true treat of a film.Movie Review: It's hard to NOT like this movie...
Summary: 5 Stars
I admit this movie wasn't designed to win any Oscars, it was meant to enjoy. Reign of Fire is a horrific vision of the future where mankind struggles to survive as dragons rage across the planet, destroying all they come across. Only a few humans have managed to live, by going underground and living a hand to mouth existence. I won't give away much more because I don't want to blow the movie with any spoilers.
Mathew McConaughey transformed himself in this movie, looking different than ever before, playing against his normal type, and it works to perfection. Christian Bale is also strong in this movie. As the leader of the British survivors, he shines in his quiet heroism. The special effects aren't anything earthshaking, but they're good. My only question with the special effects was why do the dragons have holes in their wings?
The story line leaves a few plot gaps, but like I said, it wasn't meant to be art, it was meant to be what it is: an action charged, explosive packed, fun filled, blood and fire packed movie, that's great for the action movies buff in all of us.
Highly recommended!
Movie Review: A Flawless Movie!
Summary: 5 Stars
This movie was one of the best movies I have ever seen!The special effects are some of the best. The dragons were excellent. Both me and my brother agree that they don't look mythical or fictional, they look like they really could become real one day. The way they move was very realistic, and even the way they "breath" fire is amazing.
The actors were great. Christian Bale did a fantastic job as Quinn. Matthew (I can't spell his last name) did very well as rag-tag dragonslayer Van Zan.
The cinematography was also good. Although the dragons were computer-generated, they looked like they were really there, especially because the actors seem to look straight at them.
I highly recommend this movie. It is great for preteens, teens, and adults. I wouldn't recommend this as a family movie or for kids under 9. There ISN'T that much language, or blood, but it can get very brutal and violent, as well as scary.
If you haven't seen it, rent it. If you have rented it and liked it, I recommend you buy it.