So tell me, how is Wanted on BD? - Blu-ray Forum

FendersRule · 08-23-2009, 10:49 PM

After beating the game nearly three times, I think It's about time I got the movie. Generally, I have been reading these general things about the movie:

• Quite possibly, one of the greatest soundtracks and music renditions since the Matrix....

• Wanted is either seen as a piece of garbage....or a piece of garbage that is so damned beautiful and well done.....or perhaps a mix of both...

• Fast Paced. Is it as fast paced as Crank, or slower?

Tell me about it! I mean come on, it has General Zod (Terence Stamp)..it has to be awesome.

Freekman · 08-23-2009, 10:52 PM

Sure, the critics always slam graphic novel adaptations, but I have to agree that Wanted is one of my favorite and best Blus. The picture and sound (especially the sound effects) are one of the most outstanding I've witnessed on Blu. As for the movie itself, I love it. It is fast paced (haven't seen Crank) and enjoyable. I recommend it, but you're best bet is to rent it first to see for yourself.

seigneur_rayden · 08-23-2009, 10:58 PM

I would say that U can blind buy it. It is awesome. Like said above, it is reference quality, demo material on both audio and video. The concept of the movie is also original and there is a nice plot. Moreover, U have Morgan Freeman and Angelina Jolie in it.
It is fast paced by the way.

Never send sheep to kill a wolf.

Todd Smith · 08-23-2009, 10:58 PM

I did not like the movie. Seemed like a recycled mix of Fight Club, Matrix (both of which I Love) and generic X (add your own) action film and just did not know what it wanted (no pun intended

) to be.

Sound was very good, but certainly not the best on BR and a bit overated in general IMO. PQ was reference.

Total Rental IMO.

wnicholas76 · 08-23-2009, 11:14 PM

I thought that Wanted was among one of the best action movies of 2008 (although The Dark Knight still holds the crown for "Greatest Film of 2008"). The action was very Matrix-like, but that shouldn't turn you off from Wanted in any way. And as far as the film being fast-paced as Crank or slower, I'd say that about 80% of the film was fast-paced and the other 20% was a little slow. But again, the paceness of the film shouldn't turn you off from it. The picture and sound quality on the Blu-ray are indeed reference quality, and ranks among one of Universal's best Blu-rays by far. And James McAvoy (you might remember him from "The Last King of Scotland" with Forest Whitaker and "Atonement" with Keira Knightley) just flat-out surprised me with his performance of former cube-dweller/now-professional assassin Wesley Gibson. McAvoy really held his own amongst the likes of Morgan Freeman, Angelina Jolie, and the aforementioned Terence Stamp. Don't hesitate to add Wanted to your collection, FendersRule!

coachD · 08-24-2009, 03:16 AM

I loved it! Saw it in the theater and knew I was going to get it on Blu and have checked it out a couple of times! I'm ready for the sequel!

HomeTheaterVirgin · 08-24-2009, 03:20 AM

I thought this movie was going to be really bad.I thought wow what a stupid ass movie.Then I netflixed for $hits and giggles.Let me tell you how amazing this movie was I thought it was so good and I dont even have a decent sound system.

steve1971 · 08-24-2009, 03:21 AM

Wanted was fantastic both the movie itself and it was great on Blu ray. Buy it for sure.

Blu Titan · 08-24-2009, 03:26 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by FendersRule

After beating the game nearly three times, I think It's about time I got the movie. Generally, I have been reading these general things about the movie:

• Quite possibly, one of the greatest soundtracks and music renditions since the Matrix....

• Wanted is either seen as a piece of garbage....or a piece of garbage that is so damned beautiful and well done.....or perhaps a mix of both...

• Fast Paced. Is it as fast paced as Crank, or slower?

Tell me about it! I mean come on, it has General Zod (Terence Stamp)..it has to be awesome.

Story is ok, acting is ok, pq is great, and the aq is great. Is it as fast paced as Crank? Not even close, but it moves along nicely.

The Dragon · 08-24-2009, 04:11 AM

The film is a great popcorn flick. Lots of activity for your HT system. The pq is very good and the bass is very good.

... Besides, gratuitous shot of Angelina's ass!

If you're into that sort of thing.

STARSCREAM · 08-24-2009, 04:24 AM

I really liked it alot and surprisingly my wife likes it alot too! has some great scenes in it, great audio, and angelina'a @ss.

RyRyMcNizzy13 · 08-24-2009, 04:50 AM

as long as the movie makes me happy then thats all i need. i have never read into reviews since its just another mans opinion. i own wanted and yeah theres no good acting and the plot is whatever but it's fun to watch from start to finish

Kyo28 · 08-24-2009, 08:46 AM

Basically, I look at Wanted as a great action movie with a nice twist 2/3's into the movie (don't worry, I won't spoil it). It's also quite original in the way it portrays certain things and characterizes some of the characters.

Compared to Crank, it's much, much better. I watched Crank and even though seeing Jason Statham driving a motorcycle wearing an operation robe whilest having an erection is heaps of fun, the story itself is pretty poor. Wanted has a pretty good story, in my opinion.

If you don't have it on blu-ray yet, get it!

PoorSignal · 08-24-2009, 09:36 AM

watched in the theatre on a friend's recommendation and felt duped! should have watched Wall-E..

it was ok the first time you watch it due to all the slow motion stuff you might be in awe.. but it's the kind of film you sit down and think about how stupid the whole movie was..

cjones235 · 08-24-2009, 09:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by PoorSignal

watched in the theatre on a friend's recommendation and felt duped! should have watched Wall-E..

it was ok the first time you watch it due to all the slow motion stuff you might be in awe.. but it's the kind of film you sit down and think about how stupid the whole movie was..

Are you sure your not talking about transformers

tbizzle · 08-24-2009, 12:42 PM

Fenders, if you like a good deal of realism in your movies, then it's not for you. The physics in this movie will HURT YOUR BRAIN if care about realism, especially the last scene (which is laughable). The plot is pretty ridiculous, and Angelina is supposed to be a badass assassin yet she looks like a twig. There's a lot of ridiculous car stunts, but the Viper was sick! All in all, I think if you like being entertained by over the top action flicks, then check it out. Otherwise, don't expect a great movie.

P@t_Mtl · 08-24-2009, 12:56 PM

Not a bad movie. It was fun if you just remember it's a movie base on a comic of course. I tought the BD was very good. I never bought it simply because I don't see myself watching this movie very often, not enough to purchase the movie in any case but it was fun.

RiseDarthVader · 08-24-2009, 01:05 PM

PQ and AQ is reference. And if you don't mind having a pretty mindless action movie and can hold the suspension of disbelief it's a very fun and entertainging movie.

Wdm81 · 08-24-2009, 01:06 PM

I loved this movie, its like matrix f*cked fight club and the baby that came out was wanted

everything about it is just great, it was just one in the long list of awesome movies in 2008, its a must for any action fan and the bluray has no complaints from me... nice PQ and AQ and some nice extras

Can't wait for the sequel

K_Williamson42 · 08-24-2009, 01:09 PM

Wanted is awesome! Great PQ and AQ. Some of the best top notch acting...cant go wrong with Freeman and Jolie...

08-23-2009, 10:49 PM	#1
FendersRule Special Member Member since:Oct 2008 Location:ID Home Theater Gallery:16 Blu-ray collection:81 Blu-ray reviews:5 Trading Score:15	So tell me, how is Wanted on BD? After beating the game nearly three times, I think It's about time I got the movie. Generally, I have been reading these general things about the movie: • Quite possibly, one of the greatest soundtracks and music renditions since the Matrix.... • Wanted is either seen as a piece of garbage....or a piece of garbage that is so damned beautiful and well done.....or perhaps a mix of both... • Fast Paced. Is it as fast paced as Crank, or slower? Tell me about it! I mean come on, it has General Zod (Terence Stamp)..it has to be awesome.

08-23-2009, 10:58 PM	#4
Todd Smith Blu-ray Guru Member since:Nov 2008 Trading Score:3	I did not like the movie. Seemed like a recycled mix of Fight Club, Matrix (both of which I Love) and generic X (add your own) action film and just did not know what it wanted (no pun intended) to be. Sound was very good, but certainly not the best on BR and a bit overated in general IMO. PQ was reference. Total Rental IMO. Last edited by Todd Smith; 08-23-2009 at 11:04 PM.

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08-23-2009, 10:52 PM	#2
Freekman Blu-ray Guru Member since:Dec 2008 Location:New York Home Theater Gallery:7 Blu-ray collection:109 Trading Score:2	Sure, the critics always slam graphic novel adaptations, but I have to agree that Wanted is one of my favorite and best Blus. The picture and sound (especially the sound effects) are one of the most outstanding I've witnessed on Blu. As for the movie itself, I love it. It is fast paced (haven't seen Crank) and enjoyable. I recommend it, but you're best bet is to rent it first to see for yourself.

08-23-2009, 10:58 PM	#3
seigneur_rayden Blu-ray Samurai Member since:Feb 2008 Blu-ray collection:1097 Blu-ray reviews: 12	I would say that U can blind buy it. It is awesome. Like said above, it is reference quality, demo material on both audio and video. The concept of the movie is also original and there is a nice plot. Moreover, U have Morgan Freeman and Angelina Jolie in it. It is fast paced by the way. Never send sheep to kill a wolf.

08-23-2009, 11:14 PM	#5
wnicholas76 Blu-ray Ninja Member since:Feb 2008 Location:Memphis, TN (for now...) Home Theater Gallery:188 4K collection:495 Blu-ray collection:1068 Blu-ray reviews: 24 Trading Score:12	I thought that Wanted was among one of the best action movies of 2008 (although The Dark Knight still holds the crown for "Greatest Film of 2008"). The action was very Matrix-like, but that shouldn't turn you off from Wanted in any way. And as far as the film being fast-paced as Crank or slower, I'd say that about 80% of the film was fast-paced and the other 20% was a little slow. But again, the paceness of the film shouldn't turn you off from it. The picture and sound quality on the Blu-ray are indeed reference quality, and ranks among one of Universal's best Blu-rays by far. And James McAvoy (you might remember him from "The Last King of Scotland" with Forest Whitaker and "Atonement" with Keira Knightley) just flat-out surprised me with his performance of former cube-dweller/now-professional assassin Wesley Gibson. McAvoy really held his own amongst the likes of Morgan Freeman, Angelina Jolie, and the aforementioned Terence Stamp. Don't hesitate to add Wanted to your collection, FendersRule!

08-24-2009, 03:16 AM	#6
coachD Special Member Member since:May 2007 Location:Lawton, Ok Blu-ray collection:413 Blu-ray reviews: 16	I loved it! Saw it in the theater and knew I was going to get it on Blu and have checked it out a couple of times! I'm ready for the sequel!

08-24-2009, 03:20 AM	#7
HomeTheaterVirgin Banned Member since:Jun 2009 Home Theater Gallery:7	I thought this movie was going to be really bad.I thought wow what a stupid ass movie.Then I netflixed for $hits and giggles.Let me tell you how amazing this movie was I thought it was so good and I dont even have a decent sound system.

08-24-2009, 03:21 AM	#8
steve1971 Blu-ray Samurai Member since:Feb 2008 Location:Saint Paul Minnesota. 4K collection:15 Blu-ray collection:352 Blu-ray reviews: 119 Trading Score:1	Wanted was fantastic both the movie itself and it was great on Blu ray. Buy it for sure.

08-24-2009, 04:11 AM	#10
The Dragon Blu-ray Samurai Member since:Aug 2009 Home Theater Gallery:93 4K collection:264 Blu-ray collection:1895 DVD collection:471 Blu-ray reviews: 2	The film is a great popcorn flick. Lots of activity for your HT system. The pq is very good and the bass is very good. ... Besides, gratuitous shot of Angelina's ass! If you're into that sort of thing.

08-24-2009, 04:24 AM	#11
STARSCREAM Blu-ray Ninja Member since:Feb 2008 Location:Dagobah Blu-ray collection:148 Trading Score:67	I really liked it alot and surprisingly my wife likes it alot too! has some great scenes in it, great audio, and angelina'a @ss.

08-24-2009, 04:50 AM	#12
RyRyMcNizzy13 Special Member Top contributor Member since:Apr 2009 Location:Boston, MA Home Theater Gallery:19 4K collection:82 Blu-ray collection:84 Digital collection:624 iTunes collection:618 Blu-ray reviews:1 Trading Score:50	as long as the movie makes me happy then thats all i need. i have never read into reviews since its just another mans opinion. i own wanted and yeah theres no good acting and the plot is whatever but it's fun to watch from start to finish

08-24-2009, 08:46 AM	#13
Kyo28 Power Member Member since:Jun 2008 Blu-ray collection:446 Blu-ray reviews:12	Basically, I look at Wanted as a great action movie with a nice twist 2/3's into the movie (don't worry, I won't spoil it). It's also quite original in the way it portrays certain things and characterizes some of the characters. Compared to Crank, it's much, much better. I watched Crank and even though seeing Jason Statham driving a motorcycle wearing an operation robe whilest having an erection is heaps of fun, the story itself is pretty poor. Wanted has a pretty good story, in my opinion. If you don't have it on blu-ray yet, get it!

08-24-2009, 09:36 AM	#14
PoorSignal Senior Member Member since:Jul 2009 Trading Score:24	watched in the theatre on a friend's recommendation and felt duped! should have watched Wall-E.. it was ok the first time you watch it due to all the slow motion stuff you might be in awe.. but it's the kind of film you sit down and think about how stupid the whole movie was..

08-24-2009, 12:42 PM	#16
tbizzle Blu-ray Ninja Top ranked HT gallery Member since:Oct 2008 Location:Folsom, CA Home Theater Gallery:61 4K collection:47 Blu-ray collection:571 Trading Score:55	Fenders, if you like a good deal of realism in your movies, then it's not for you. The physics in this movie will HURT YOUR BRAIN if care about realism, especially the last scene (which is laughable). The plot is pretty ridiculous, and Angelina is supposed to be a badass assassin yet she looks like a twig. There's a lot of ridiculous car stunts, but the Viper was sick! All in all, I think if you like being entertained by over the top action flicks, then check it out. Otherwise, don't expect a great movie.

08-24-2009, 12:56 PM	#17
P@t_Mtl Blu-ray Duke Member since:Sep 2008 Location:Montreal Home Theater Gallery:4 Blu-ray collection:452 DVD collection:513 Trading Score:3	Not a bad movie. It was fun if you just remember it's a movie base on a comic of course. I tought the BD was very good. I never bought it simply because I don't see myself watching this movie very often, not enough to purchase the movie in any case but it was fun.

08-24-2009, 01:05 PM	#18
RiseDarthVader Power Member Member since:Sep 2008 Location:Australia Blu-ray collection:136	PQ and AQ is reference. And if you don't mind having a pretty mindless action movie and can hold the suspension of disbelief it's a very fun and entertainging movie.

08-24-2009, 01:06 PM	#19
Wdm81 Special Member Member since:Mar 2009 Location:Canada 4K collection:5 Blu-ray collection:864 DVD collection:85 Blu-ray reviews: 6	I loved this movie, its like matrix f*cked fight club and the baby that came out was wanted everything about it is just great, it was just one in the long list of awesome movies in 2008, its a must for any action fan and the bluray has no complaints from me... nice PQ and AQ and some nice extras Can't wait for the sequel

08-24-2009, 01:09 PM	#20
K_Williamson42 Active Member Member since:Oct 2008 Home Theater Gallery:2 Blu-ray collection:418 Trading Score:16	Wanted is awesome! Great PQ and AQ. Some of the best top notch acting...cant go wrong with Freeman and Jolie...

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