Wrath of the Titans - Page 2

So I was invited to a screening last night. I didn't go. Told my bud, "You go. Get a headache on your own."

And he did get a headache! He called me earlier and said the 3D was very bad, headache inducing and that with the constant movement of the camera, you couldn't make out what the heck was happening. He HATED the movie and he got to see it for free.

Ebert, as always, can right a funny review on a rotten film.

I'll just take my wife to see 21 Jump Street instead of wasting my time and money on an obvious turd. .

Not much of an Ebert fan lately, with his personal vendetta against 3D, but that was pretty funny.

James Cameron wouldn't be happy if the 3D wasn't done right.

Personally i wouldnt see this film in 3D, 2D definitely.

Do you ever wonder how a movie that was panned by critics and the public, like 2010's Clash of the Titans could possibly receive a sequel? Grossing nearly $500 million worldwide was more than enough incentive for Warner Bros. to green light another godly battle in Wrath of the Titans.

In this sequel, Greek demigod (half human, half god) Perseus treks down to the depths of the underworld to rescue his imprisoned father Zeus.

Sam Worthington, Liam Neeson, and Ralph Fiennes reprise their roles and are able to deliver better performances with the improved script from a fresh trio of writers. Of the entire cast, the only memorable performance came from Bill Nighy as the comically, albeit slightly insane blacksmith to the gods.

Jonathan Liebesman (Battle Los Angeles) was brought in to take the reins as director and gives the screenplay better flow than his predecessor.

Everyone who, in 2010, watched Clash of the Titans in 3D will remember the horribly rushed treatment (simply used as a cash-grab after Avatar's astonishing success). This movie has also received a post-production 3D treatment which surprisingly turned out better than the first film. However, the inconsistent depth and multiple jumping-out-of-the-screen effects do not equal a worthwhile 3D experience.

Last but not least, beware of the poorly mastered dialogue, which is difficult to comprehend during a number of scenes.

Bottom Line: There is some entertainment to be had from this sequel, but nothing worth more than a rental to enjoy in the comfort of your own home.

Grade C+

Thank you for the review David.

Thank God We Took Doritos and Tostitos?!?!

Both sons of Gyros and Souvlakia (trying to stay on topic...)

My pleasure. Let me know what you think after you see it.

Evidently I am one of the few who enjoyed and own the Blu-ray 2D version of COTT and I still think it's great fun. For me it's Mads Mikkelsen who makes this film, I can overlook Worthington's performance since his dialog is limited and he's basically just there for the action scenes.

You and me both..... I am so over the 3D thing, ugh, die already.

You're not alone ...and I always enjoy Ralph Fiennes when he's the bad guy!

+1 on enjoying the first one..although this thing being in 3D kills it (only showing in 3D at the Warren IMAX)!

They should offer it in 2D also not everyone wants it in 3D.

The IMAX theaters only have one screen. So it's either 3D or not. It's almost always 3D.

Well if that's the case ill watch it on there normal screens.

The sheer size of the screen and stellar audio take movie watching to the next level. My family and I are fans of the IMAX.

Fair enough mate. Couldn't argue with that but unfortunatley some movies and there action in 3D i cannot watch as i know ill get a headache.

My wife is the same way. In fact, she loathes 3D. But the kids and I don't care. So she's outnumbered.

Tintin was good in 3D Imax

Blistering barnacles! I missed that in 3D.

The 3D in the trailer practically had me fooled into thinking it was filmed in 3D...course it ran right after the plastic wrap 3D lookin' John Carter!

Underwhelming Friday grosses. No surprise.

This one looks to have serious audio potential when it hits blu ray. Thoughts from those who have seen it?

Agree i think it will be a fun one to watch at home it will be added to my collection.

Not a fan...

Watched it tonight with the family and no one understood what was going on. If I didn't have an extensive mythology background, I would have had no idea what was going on either. As it was, I didn't really like the story either. One of my biggest gripes is lazy writing. Every time there is a scene in a movie where an army is point their bow at something, I cringe in fear of hearing "hold your fire".

I'm looking forward in watching this tonight. Watched the first last night which I enjoy very much.

The BD has excellent AV.

The movie itself is much more interesting than the first.

That's good to hear oink

I enjoyed Wrath. Good AQ too. Now if Nic Cage played Perseus I'd buy a ticket to that. The Wabo needs to be in charge of hollywood!

All he needs to bring is his coolness from gone in 60 seconds.