Permalink Reply by Lupe on March 10, 2009 at 11:06am
My opinion, I liked it. My bf explained that this was not a typical superhero movie that it was going to be different. The comic book is about difunctional superheros who seem conflicted. I didnt have expectations that I was going to see a love story or anything like that. This movie is not for kids, this is an adult superhero movie.
Glad you posted this. We were headed out to see it and ran late for Watchmen so we saw Mall Cop instead and it was funnier than I expected would be. So I may not bother to see Watchmen now that I read this thread.
Permalink Reply by Amy on March 10, 2009 at 12:21pm
Actually I loved it. If you were expecting something main stream, you might be disappointed. The graphic novel was very dark and they did a great job adapting it into a movie. You have to sort of understand how corrupt human nature really is to understand/enjoy this movie. If you wanted to see a feel good super hero movie, this is not it. The characters are all pretty much effed up.
Another reason I think this is getting bad reviews is because it sort of revolves around the cold war back in the 80s. Too old/boring for this movie going generation.
Anyway I've been raving about this movie to all my friends. I would recomend it to anyone who enjoyed the GN or anyone who enjoys a dark complex storyline. Check it out!