WWE - Armageddon 2007
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Actor: Batista, Chris Jericho, Randy Orton, The UndertakerBrand: WELLSPRING/GENIUS
DVD: Region Code 1
Audio: English (Original Language)
Format: Closed-captioned, Color, Dolby, DVD-Video, Full Screen, NTSC
Running Time: 180 minutes
DVD Release Date: 2008-01-15
Studio: World Wrestling
Movie Reviews of WWE - Armageddon 2007
Movie Review: Half Good, Half Bad. Take Your Pick.
Summary: 4 Stars
I hate typing reviews like this. I don't like to see my favorite brand of wrestling deliver a PPV that gives much to be happy about, and much to be disappointed about AT THE SAME TIME! WWE has simultaneously rekindled their creative spirit while sucking other wells dry. "Armageddon 2007" has a very strong 1st half, followed by a disappointing 2nd half. Here's why:
1) U.S. Championship - MVP (champion) v. Rey Mysterio
---What an exceptional opener! Porter and Rey give us one of the evening's best matches. MVP continues to improve his character and his wrestling ability, while Mysterio knows how to be an underdog and a phenomenal competitor. I am tired of MVP losing his title matches by DQ or countout, but this pleasant surprise has some crisp counters and high-risk offense from both men.
"8.0 out of 10" (if it weren't this good, I'd hate the countout finish, too)
2) CM Punk (ECW champion) & Kane v. Big Daddy V & Mark Henry
---I actually kind of got into this match for a while. Punk and Kane as underdogs is a neat concept, because you believe every slam they end up receiving. I thought all four men did a decent job. My actual gripe is that the match runs on too long. I'm glad to see ECW finally get some decent PPV airtime, but the match's novelty outlasted its welcome.
"5.5 out of 10" (not bad, but way too long)
3) Shawn Michaels v. Mr. Kennedy
---I thought these two could mesh well together, but I didn't think they would give the BEST MATCH OF THE YEAR! Yes, you read that right. A simple grudge match with no titles or high stakes stole the PPV. What's great about this is the storytelling. The injuries that Kennedy and HBK sustain throughout the contest play into every move they do. Kennedy's hurt arm forces him to use his other hand to fight, while Michaels' beaten-up back keep him even more grounded than HBK usually is. From start to finish, the little details play out. An outstanding technical matchup that rivals any Angle/Benoit, Bret/Owen, or Flair/Steamboat match I've seen.
"9.0 out of 10" (Best Match Of The Year!)
4) #1 Contender Match - Jeff Hardy (IC champion) v. Triple H
---We've got a double-edged sword here. There's some nice psychology here as Jeff doesn't want to be too physical on HHH (who's willing to doanything to win). Unfortunately, the match could've been way better. Most of the match is the same signature reversals and maneuvers you've seen both men do for years. I love the emotions that Jeff and HHH brought to the match, but the physicality could've been much better.
"7.0 out of 10" (Good match, but feels like a "greatest hits" contest)
5) Finlay v. The Great Khali
---Here's where "Armageddon 2007" starts to fall apart. I'll keep this one short: it's exactly what you think it would be. I thought Finlay worked his heart out, but we fans are working our patience to sit through this. Please let this feud end soon!
"3.5 out of 10" (God bless Finlay for being a true professional)
6) WWE Championship - Chris Jericho v. Randy Orton (champion)
---First off, this is a very solid match by two hard-working superstars. So why am I disappointed? Partly because of the DQ finish; WWE kind of dug a hole with Jericho when they gave him a title shot so soon. But what's even more upsetting is that live audiences don't seem to dig the return of Y2J. I say that because this great entertainer gets lukewarm reactions, at best. It's weird seeing a match this well-constructed fail to inspire much enthusiasm.
"7.5 out of 10" (A solid underappreciated match -- the finish is disappointing)
7) Women's Championship - Mickie James v. Beht Phoenix (champion)
---Speaking of appreciation: I'm getting really sick of crowds not giving hard-working women like Phoenix and Mickie the respect they deserve. This isn't a great match, but the women's division is finally on the rise with good performances by a few talented athletes. Anyway, a solid match that keeps me interested in the women's division.
"6.0 out of 10" (short and sweet; I look forward to more from the Divas)
8) World Heavyweight Championship - Batista (champion) v. Edge v. Undertaker
---Now here's the biggest ripoff of the evening. I loved the Taker and Batista's 2007 rivalry, and I couldn't wait for Edge's return to "SmackDown". But this triple threat match was a confusing mess. There's barely any 3-way action, meaning mostly one-on-one wrestling. The whole "EdgeHead" switcharoo is poorly broadcast and presented. Seriously, Hawkins and Ryder just show up out of nowhere. It all happens so fast that we can't even understand what's happened. I like being fooled, but this was just pathetic. Michael Cole & Tazz can't even make sense out of what's going on! Also, the action isn't anything special -- it's basically Batista and Taker doing all the work, and then Edge just gives up and cheats to win. Oh...Did I mention the 12 minute length? That's right --- one of 2007's best feuds comes to a close in 12 minutes! This main event not only failed to steal the show, but it damn near killed it!
"5.5 out of 10" (I'm gonna stop before I get REALLY ANGRY!)
OVERALL
The biggest problem with the PPV is nothing really important happens: Three Titles don't change hands, while the 4th title's change was poorly booked. I doubt the Jericho/JBL feud will go onto greatness (though they haven't done too bad so far). And finally, even though I really want people to see the Kennedy/HBK matchup, you shouldn't buy a whole PPV just to watch it. It's great, but people are likely to forget about it months from now.
I'm gonna give "Armageddon 2007" 4 stars because there are some good matches on here, even if the PPV is ultimately insignificant. But I don't suggest paying more than $15 for this.
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