Frightening
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p_xx –
2015-01-06
Really good eye opening film. Worth a watch, as others have written previously.. if you're expecting some kind of dramatic/horror type movie this is not it.
Terrifyingly realistic. Very very sad at points.
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When Beth Emhoff (Gwyneth Paltrow) returns to Minneapolis from business in Hong Kong, what she thought was jet lag takes a virulent turn. Two days later, shes dead in the ER and the doctors tell her shocked and grieving husband (Matt Damon) they have no idea why. Soon more cases are reported as the virus begins to spread. Researchers mobilize to break the code of this unique biological pathogen as it continues to mutate. Deputy Director Cheever (Laurence Fishburne) tries to allay the growing panic despite his own personal concerns, and must send a brave young doctor (Kate Winslet) into harms way. As the death toll escalates and people struggle to protect themselves and their loved ones in a society breaking down, one activist blogger (Jude Law) claims the public isnt getting the truth about whats really going on, and sets off an epidemic of paranoia and fear as infectious as the virus itself.
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Rubbish
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Markofaman –
2015-01-03
The worst film you will watch, don't waist your money......you've been warned!!
Hugely Misunderstood! Great!!
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Davey 2801 –
2014-12-01
This film is misunderstood beyond belief, the low ratings come from people expecting constant action, zombies and death. This isn't that, it's clever, gripping and down-right scary. Not in a jumping monster type of scary, but hyper-realistic scary, these situations quickly turn sour and this film highlights this process brilliantly! 5 Stars, have a whirl :)
One of the greats
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Evilmushades –
2014-07-13
This film is one of a dying race of true scientific thrillers. It is not your typical cheesy zombie trash, but a well-scripted, well thought-out story, which chills you to the bone, and makes you think, 'what would the world be like if this happened in real life?' As another reviewer noted, watch out for the 1 star haters out there.
Thought provoking
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vikihayden –
2014-06-15
I'm not usually one to leave a review, however after renting this movie, I felt I needed to. This is not your typical epidemic blockbuster. It was a tad slow moving, but really brought the idea of panic and social media hype under scruitiny. It also covered the spread of the disease quite realistically, in a way that is reminiscient of the bird flu and foot and mouth breakouts. It is a shame that the characters weren't more developed and if buying this movie, you should be prepared for a few loose ends. Overall I thought it was a good take on this genre, but if you are looking for action, this is not one for you!
Definitely worth watching.
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Baby-hair –
2014-06-13
The clue about the film is in the title and with this sort of fast-moving scenario it’s not easy to develop the characters, although, this movie does well on that score. The cast is great and one of the main stars is killed off in the first 10 minutes, which is quite unusual. The tension mounts as the virus spreads and the film almost takes on a documentary style. Worth watching and should keep you interested throughout.
Well worth renting
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Barny64 –
2014-05-30
Excellent film! Very thought provoking! Would recommend.
I like it
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Net 82 –
2014-02-02
I like the it, briliant cast, serious movie - not borring at all, in my opinion, as many revies say. Totaly worth to watch it.
Boring
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Thedukesofhawk –
2012-12-31
Terrible film, bored me to tears!
Carp
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Handyman502 –
2012-12-17
I fthe film is like the trailer, failed.
This is a good film!!!
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Pherfyrioris –
2012-12-15
This is a good film, why is it rated 3 stars. It deserves 4 at least.
good film
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MissJess83 –
2012-08-17
This film attempts to deliver a realistic portrayal of a superbug, in this case a flu like virus, and how society reacts. It is not action packed, so if you want 'Outbreak 2' with monkeys and heros then this film is not for you. However, if you like realistic and scientifically accurate (as much as you can get in Hollywood) films, then you are likely to enjoy it. The trailer is misleading and I believe the cause of most of the negative reviews.
Nothing special
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santa06 –
2012-06-25
1. Scary scenario, catastrophic consequences if such a virus were to spread in real life
2.. Very average movie with average performances including Matt Damon and Marion Cotillard
3. The reason why I gave the movie 1 * and not 2* is the unbearable Jude Law, what is he doing being an actor? Even in such a rubbish movie there is no room for him.
4. The game (virus simulation) on the iPad is waaaay better
Predictable
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Hheheeherhehahahahahahahaho –
2012-06-24
Was good, I kinda knew what was going to happen but I think the trailer was better than the film but I will watch it again in the future 😌
A really strong story.
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Madonna glee –
2012-06-20
This film is well rounded as for me the story was very believable and if such event was to happen this film shows the chilling truth...
I'll always wash my hands after the tube!
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October80 –
2012-05-11
Predictable but enjoyable - certainly makes you think!
Completely bobbins
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maurj –
2012-05-07
The least plausible disaster movie ever made.
Brilliant
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Jon c l –
2012-05-01
I think this film was amazing in every way, iv been waiting to see this film for a while and didn't have the time. But it's defo worth waiting for :)
Subtle, interesting and thought provoking
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slarti42uk –
2012-04-24
I feel that anyone rating this film as one star is probably so used to the standard Hollywood over done apocalyptic fare that this film would seem slow by comparison. However it covers SO much of the other things that happen surrounding this type of global event not just people dying. How society changes, how people change and what people will do to try and stop it. Really enjoyed it.
It's awful!!
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Forevaspurs –
2012-04-17
As the previous reviews have stated don't be fooled by a good trailer. This has honestly got to be one of the worst films ever made. It's boring and pointless. There is nothing good about this film. If I could give it 0 stars I would.
Please don't waste your money on this!
Good Film
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Excalibar06 –
2012-04-15
This is a good watch, great Actors great performances. Yes the film has been done a few times before, but well worth a watch. Make sure you pay attention to the story, some bits are slow, but that's to make sure you get the whole film.
Could turn you OCD
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Merrow1 –
2012-04-12
Not one of the greater apocalyptic movies, I preferred I am Legend, but ok. Certainly upon leaving i spend a lot longer washing my hands.
Good movie
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Only The Best...... –
2012-04-09
Good movie well worth the money I spent to rent it, full of mystery of how the virus started although u do find out at the end.
Amazing!!
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Amber97 –
2012-04-08
Amazing gripping film, a must see
Cool:)
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mcsamster –
2012-04-07
This is an exciting film, deserves a higher rating!
Distinctly average
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Dc554327653863? –
2012-04-06
Might be worth watching if it was cheaper - certainly no blockbuster!
Intelligent movie for intelligent people
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Conans Fist –
2012-04-06
Not a movie for thickies, soap watching idiots.
A well crafted movie with solid performances from all cast. Portraying human behaviour at its best and worst.
Loved this movie!
Waste of time
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Gloworm15 –
2012-04-04
Omg if there was ever a film that didn't interest any1 or have a good plot or didn't take so long to get going This film surpasses them all
Don't buy or rent it is utter rubbish the actors should have given the money they got payed for doing the movie to charity as that is we're the movie will be if ya buy it Yes iam saying it would go straight to the charity shop
Hugely disappointing
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Quietcurve –
2012-03-31
The film lost its way from the start. Instantly it becomes a dull affair where the lead role is a virus you cannot see and a plot that has more holes than the virus itself can fill.
Anti-climax
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kategp27 –
2012-03-23
I enjoyed the start of the film up until 3 quarters of the way in and realised there was not much story left.
They had two many characters that weren't needed ie. both Jude Law's and Marion Cotillard's character.
Saying that, Matt Damon's character should have been used more in the film 'cause he was immune and would obviously be the first person you go to for a cure... ?
All and all, it was a bit disappointing and a waste of time! They could have had a richer story as the idea was quite good!
You'll either love it or hate it! I loved it!
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Niresmurf7 –
2012-03-22
This is a cold, chilling and scarily real film. It makes you paranoid about germs. Its only scary because it's about swine flu, which gives us the realisation that this could happen. Brilliant film and would definitely recommend. 10/10
Horrific waste of a good idea!
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Sash1409 –
2012-03-22
For a relevant thought provoking subject manner with a promising cast this turned out to be the most rubbish film I've seen in a while. killing off recognisable faces for an edgy twist didnt quite work but the complete lack of identity and atmosphere drudging along with a bumbling script and schizophrenic storyline made for a real waste of a gd idea! Coupled with the headache inducing soundtrack made me feel like death by a contagion would be a welcome release
Boring and superficial
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ekw10 –
2012-03-21
Not much happened. If it was supposed to be a docu-drama it failed there too. Anyone familiar with Hong Kong would have cringed with the inaccuracies. People speaking with the wrong dialect; the ridiculous scenario of a foreigner being kidnapped on the waterfront in Hong Kong, put in the back of a van and then reappearing in Mainland China sucked, both because you cannot just drive a van into mainland China (there's a border not unlike the Mexican Border) and the motive - to get hold of an inoculation - is insulting given that Queen Mary Hospital in Hong Kong is one of the leading research units for H1N1/SARS. But don't let that get in the way of a story.
Boring
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Samuels1807 –
2012-03-20
I watched this after seeing the trailer and I just felt at the end of it what was the point of that. The film never really picked up, was very slow and not a great deal happened. Overall dissapointed with the film
Contagion
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MarmarParpar –
2012-03-20
Cringing. Good lesson in hygiene practise. Bird flu inspired.
ZZZzzzzz........
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Perfectpinkstar –
2012-03-18
Wake me up at the end!!!
Save your pennies.
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kjtfgftr –
2012-03-18
Don't need to watch it. Just saw the preview. Like other that I have seen. Isn't that a handy trick.
Not contagious
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Chrism288 –
2012-03-17
With so many big names you expect some great characters to evolve, but as you drift on into the movie they just don't materialise which of just leaves you with a virus documentary..now that's done well enough!
Pretty good
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Shandie97(: –
2012-03-17
Liked it
Really interesting film, not sure why people are saying otherwise
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albonline –
2012-03-17
After reading reviews, I decided to listen to ramamarx and go ahead and watch, and I'm glad I did. This isn't an action packed, zombie thriller style film, not jumpy or scary, but then that's not the film I go for. I found this really interesting, not boring in the slightest. It's quite real in fact, and doesn't over dramatise things, which is great. Myself and my boyfriend found it really entertaining and thought provoking. A nice change from the usual blockbuster. Watch it!
Predictable
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RTunst –
2012-03-16
This films purports to be realistic and intelligent, but in reality plods along in a predictable fashion. The 'twists' lack impact as the characters, and their stories, simply aren't developed enough. Other characters figure so fleetingly you wonder why they bother including them. As a result the story jumps around from one story to another in a way that simply fails to engage and leaves you feeling like you are being pushed to care.
bit complicated...
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Wastei –
2012-03-16
I'm quite an attentive viewer but I found this quite difficult to follow. Didn't realise it was John Neil being wheeled out, nor who Lorraine was and I'm still unsure of the sincerity (or lack of it) of the profit/prophet - and that was after watching it twice. Nonetheless I found it an intriguing romp and it's worth a couple of quid to rent.
Soo good
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Ameee❤ –
2012-03-14
Any one who hates this film must be mad 😲 this film Is friken awesome xx
Complete and utter rubbish!!!
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SERENA –
2012-03-14
The acting is dreadful, the script even worse and the camera work is all over the place. The Paltrow woman's dying scenes are so laughable the whole cinema was in fits of giggles.
Someone please tell Jude Law to give up acting for the good of mankind and as for the rest of them I can only guess they took the assignment because their friends did and were short of school fees.
This film is a crime to the art of cinema!!!!
Why the bad reviews
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Thorn3y w4l3s –
2012-03-13
Anyone who gives this film a poor score doesn't like true film. Contagion provides an intense, heart felt thriller that truly scares the audience. Do what it has no guns or explosions, it provides a very original story that lots will enjoy.
Time Passer
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Ratbag113 –
2012-03-13
Wouldn't call this a thriller. It is a movie about the development of a vaccine and the people involved as well as those suffering in the meantime. My problem is it lacked something. But still a relatively good movie to pass the time
Worth a rent at least. But once you've seen it, you've seen it. Doesn't really thrill the first time around.
Contagion
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Ant 2010 –
2012-03-13
Not bad but not particularly good either !
Awful
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Jojo1500 –
2012-03-13
Awful film, save your money
Mediocre old hat
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revoxx –
2012-03-12
My First Review didn't break through. So another go: In short not enough inventive character development from anyone. Ie a cornball script. So no matter how great Soderbergh is and the cast too. It was doomed. Surely Disaster films are old hat. Great in the 70s (when you had people like Paul Newman (towering Inferno), Jane Fonda (China Syndrome)) (Wasn't Gene Hackman brilliant in the Poseidon Adventure ?) You don't really under the skin of the characters. kate Winslet and Gwyneth wasted. So not very good as movies go. But watch it. It's interesting to see why things don't work.