The Amazing Spider-Man - Nov 09, 2012 Reviews

[ronpek6]

I would rate this as the 4th best of the 4 Spider-man movies.

[Yojimbo68]

Originally Posted by klauswhereareyou

I'll admit that the Aunt May in Raimi's films was a little too hammy at times, but by God, Sally Field's Aunt May was sleepwalking through this film. She would have a worried look on her face from time to time (like when Peter came home with bruises and cuts), but generally she looked like she had just taken too many downers, even pre-Uncle Ben dying. And yes I understand subtle acting, and I know that for the most part they were trying to avoid the Operatic style of Raimi, but if you're going the subtle route, make it compelling. The first hour of this movie was watching two teens making googly eyes at each other (and why Gwen actually likes Peter is a big ?????). Say what you will about the Raimi films, but at least we got a sense of why Peter and Mary Jane were in love, this was like watching a Summer's Eve commercial. And Garfield's Parker might be prettier....but he plays Parker like Rain Man, with some bizzare speech pattern that I can only assume is a combination of his being British (???) and trying to make the character "Shy."

I have to agree. I watched this last night. I already had seen it once in the theatre and had a lukewarm reaction. I had the same reaction upon my second viewing. I think a lot of it boils down to the miscasting. With the exception of Emma Stone I think all the major roles have been miscast. (Although Martin Sheen made an interesting but far from definitive Uncle Ben.) I'm not sure what Garfield is up too in this movie but his portrayal is anything but Peter Parker.

That being said, the extras on blu-ray are very good and quite comprehensive. I'm actually enjoying them more than the movie itself!

[FilmBufffff]

Originally Posted by El_Jay

Just spent TEN MINUTES trying to get this slipcover off. I've never seen anything like it. It's created a vacuum seal or something.

Anyone else encounter that? I noticed the Blu case is particularly fat on this one.

This is ridiculous, I'm about to just rip this slip off and tear it into 20 pieces.

That's hilarious, I had the same issue. It felt like whoever put those slipcovers on was playing a practical joke on me. I had the same feeling too about wanting to just rip the slipcover apart. Very wierd

[Kryptonic]

Originally Posted by klauswhereareyou

I'll admit that the Aunt May in Raimi's films was a little too hammy at times, but by God, Sally Field's Aunt May was sleepwalking through this film. She would have a worried look on her face from time to time (like when Peter came home with bruises and cuts), but generally she looked like she had just taken too many downers, even pre-Uncle Ben dying. And yes I understand subtle acting, and I know that for the most part they were trying to avoid the Operatic style of Raimi, but if you're going the subtle route, make it compelling. The first hour of this movie was watching two teens making googly eyes at each other (and why Gwen actually likes Peter is a big ?????). Say what you will about the Raimi films, but at least we got a sense of why Peter and Mary Jane were in love, this was like watching a Summer's Eve commercial. And Garfield's Parker might be prettier....but he plays Parker like Rain Man, with some bizzare speech pattern that I can only assume is a combination of his being British (???) and trying to make the character "Shy."

I don't think you understand characterization, on-screen chemistry, and basic dramatic character arcs.

This explains why you like Raimi's films so much.

[remake]

Am I the only one having trouble sliding the movie out from the slipcover? It's in there TIGHT. I don't wanna cause damage to the slip.

[blu-ray_girl_fan]

Originally Posted by victim

Am I the only one having trouble sliding the movie out from the slipcover? It's in there TIGHT. I don't wanna cause damage to the slip.

Many people seem to be having problems as well, though I saw some at Target that easily came off despite the extra bonus disc.

[remake]

Originally Posted by blu-ray_girl_fan

Many people seem to be having problems as well, though I saw some at Target that easily came off despite the extra bonus disc.

Ughhhhhhh. I got it. Had to push it out from the top so far enough where I could grab hold of the slipcover from the bottom and then pull it out/hold the slip at the same time slowly.

[blu-ray_girl_fan]

Pictures of the Walmart Exclusive:

https://forum.blu-ray.com/showpost.p...7&postcount=19

[Mandalorian]

Originally Posted by Kryptonic

I don't think you understand characterization, on-screen chemistry, and basic dramatic character arcs.

This explains why you like Raimi's films so much.

Yeah, because now it's cool to put people down for liking Raimi's well reviewed trilogy that has what are considered two of the best comic book films ever made. You know it's okay to disagree without slighting one another, right?

[blu-ray_girl_fan]

Originally Posted by RJ Smoove

Yeah, because now it's cool to put people down for liking Raimi's well reviewed trilogy that has what are considered two of the best comic book films ever made. You know it's okay to disagree without slighting one another, right?

It's the Internet -- hence, it's all about the

[Batmon77]

I was a hater after seeing it at the theatre. It was slight better at home.
Then I watched the Avengers and was still caught up in so many wow moments in the action.
I didnt really have that many wow moments with Spiderman. But now they have the origin out of the way i hope they ramp up the action and make that the drama vs arguing at the dinner table.
Part Two should be bananas.

And i had no problem with the lighting.

I hope they give him some back up web canisters since theyve returned to the shooters.

[Mandalorian]

Originally Posted by blu-ray_girl_fan

It's the Internet -- hence, it's all about the

[Show spoiler]

So it's all about cats?

No wonder there are so many cat memes.

[punisher]

Loved it in Imax 3D. Just watched the 2d on my projector. Looked and sounded terrific. Maybe the best of the Spiderman movies IMO. Sorry Tobey

[Grimshaw23]

Originally Posted by Kryptonic

I don't think you understand characterization, on-screen chemistry, and basic dramatic character arcs.

This explains why you like Raimi's films so much.

I don't even think you know what those are.

That explains why you like the Resident Evil's movies so much. Talk about mediocrity or even borderline bad.

[jacksonwalker]

Originally Posted by klauswhereareyou

I'll admit that the Aunt May in Raimi's films was a little too hammy at times, but by God, Sally Field's Aunt May was sleepwalking through this film. She would have a worried look on her face from time to time (like when Peter came home with bruises and cuts), but generally she looked like she had just taken too many downers, even pre-Uncle Ben dying. And yes I understand subtle acting, and I know that for the most part they were trying to avoid the Operatic style of Raimi, but if you're going the subtle route, make it compelling.

That is an interesting observation. Some are saying similar things about her performance in "Lincoln". I am wondering if Fields has taken a different turn in her approach to acting, or if we are missing something.

[buckeye1]

Maybe someone can help me out. I just did my review of this movie this morning. Is there a way to edit my review or its it final after I hit the submit button? ? I didn't any edit opition anywhere .

[poke smot]

Originally Posted by buckeye1

Maybe someone can help me out. I just did my review of this movie this morning. Is there a way to edit my review or its it final after I hit the submit button? ? I didn't any edit opition anywhere .

once you are logged off that's it. copy your review, delete, and rewrite.

[Beast]

Originally Posted by Blu Titan

In its initial week, The Avengers got 72% of its total package media sales from Blu. Lets see how well Spidey does.

Turns out it was a tie. Spider-Man also pulled in 72% from Blu-ray. Hooray for Marvel Movies!

https://www.blu-ray.com/news/?id=9938

[djwcaw]

Can anyone comment on the quality of the figurines in the gift set???

[Mr. Cinema]

Bestbuy.com has $34.99 for the steelbook price. So I guess it was only on sale for $27.99 for a whopping 2 days? The regular 3D version is still $27.99 online.