Jack the Giant Slayer

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  • 2013


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52 % Rotten
$ 198 Million
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Positive Reviews 81
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Average Rating 2.9/5
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1.5
With a plot that meanders rather than builds, and a series of action sequences which are diverting rather than breathtaking, you might think that Jack .. Den Of Geek
4.0
The light family action adventure film provides plenty of laughs and action, with its harmless intentions mostly coming off as painless and very mindl .. We Got This Covered
3.5
Finally, Lord of the Rings fans will have some fun along the way. We Got This Covered
2.5
A terrific cast, intelligent direction, state of the art special effects, a strong story, and skilled narrative construction all end up being much ado .. Austin Chronicle
2.0
Theres no denying Singer has created a seamless and sporadically entertaining 3D spectacle. Time Out
1.5
The lively character interplay of something like The Princess Bride is absent here; Jack The Giant Slayer cant seem to decide whether it wants to play .. Screen Daily
2.5
The beanstalk leads to the land of the giants. In order to rescue the princess, her conniving would be groom Roderick ( Stanley Tucci), love struck Ja .. ETimes (TOI)
1.5
But its actually a moderately entertaining little adventure film. Collider
1.5
Even the Kings costume looks like its made out of cardboard thats been spray painted gold. Collider
3.5
Jack the Giant Slayer is easily the most amiable picture to come out of this new fairy tale action genre, hitting its studio prescribed marks without .. Vulture
3.5
But if you can get past the by the storybook script, Jack the Giant Slayer is good, harmless fun, worth seeing for the action, which is pretty mind bl .. Paste Magazine
4.4
Im pleased to report, however, Jack the Giant Slayer is a rousing, original and thoroughly entertaining adventure.Director Bryan Singer, a first rate .. Rogerebert
3.4
Jack the Giant Slayer tries to hit all of the quadrants, but more often than not, misses the mark and hits none fully. Its entertaining enough, as men .. IGN
3.0
This is a pity, as Jack is an honest swashbuckling romp with appealing pantomime overtones, and one of the better fairy tale films to date. Telegraph
2.5
In an effort to balance that intensity Jack is crammed with silly humor, leaving it in an odd middle ground between straight up family adventure and a .. Cinema Blend
2.0
What he finds amid the clouds is a land of giants, of course, led by the two headed Fallon (Bill Nighy). Ny Daily News
3.5
Whether or not you enjoy JACK THE GIANT SLAYER really depends on what you walk into the film expecting.This is not a gritty, heavy duty adventure film .. JoBlo
3.0
However, does the fan favorite director present a satisfying combination of whimsy along with visual spectacle to make the film enjoyable for mainstre .. Screen Rant
2.5
Thankfully, Jack the Giant Slayer doesnt look like a Transformers or Battleship movie. The Globe And Mail
3.1
This film image released by Warner Bros. Pictures shows Nicholas Hoult in a scene from Jack the Giant Slayer..(AP Photo/Warner Bros. Pictures) Jack th .. Philly
3.5
And not a few viewers are likely to find the codawhich reveals the location of a magic crown that staves off the giantsjust too cute for words. One Guys Opinion
4.0
But there is something to be said for the simple satisfactions of a familiar tale well told. Village Voice
3.1
And the hilarious Bill Nighy is lost inside an expensively animated two headed behemoth. Rogers Movie Nation
3.2
An ancient war is reignited when a young farmhand unwittingly opens a gateway between our world and a fearsome race of giants. Blu Ray
3.1
One can forget about using any kind of human sized weapon against them; it leaves barely a scratch. Mark Reviews Movies
1.5
Grafted from the classic, Jack and the Beanstalk childrens fantasy, Jack the Giant Slayer is a soul less fantasy action adventure thats neither captiv .. FilmiBeat
3.5
Who knows.Sometimes good films flop and sometimes bad films make a lot of money. Lariat
2.8
Even if its not particularly good and Jack the Giant Slayer isnt itll draw enough of a crowd to make it worth your while. Eric Ds Nider
2.0
He plays the title character with enough charm to make the movie mostly tolerable, but never takes it to great heights. News Review
2.0
While the film offers up some nice vistas windmills in the moonlight and similar chocolate box images the spectacle is standard swashbuckling fare, an .. Radio Times
3.5
Its not so much a great film as it is a great spectacle, with epic action sequences, intense special effects, and some really eye popping 3 D. Screen It
2.5
It practically evaporates while youre watching it, lulling when you most want it to levitate. Rolling Stone
2.0
Yanis Varoufakis treats with disdain the idea that economics is a real science its more like a contemporary form of religion, propped up by ruling eli .. Pop Matters
3.0
Indeed, the only performance that really lets the side down is Ewen Bremner as Rodericks sidekick Wicke, delivering a turn thats distractingly irritat .. View London
3.8
Its the rare kids movie that adults will be glad they chaperoned. News Day
2.8
Not awful, not wonderful, Jack the Giant Slayer is a midrange fairy tale epic thats a lot more ho hum than fee fi fo fum. Cs Monitor
3.0
It may not have much depth, but Jack is still more fun to watch than a lot of its competition. Film Journal
3.8
If Singer feels he can think through certain narrative implications in a clever way and this story does, even with a script by committee then count hi .. Boston
4.0
The spectacle is pretty spectacular, the acting is solid, the writing generally witty, the direction is stylish and the whole movie is entertaining. Mountain X
3.0
All its talk of myths and legends, and complex set pieces with giants hurling burning trees at castles might set lofty goals, but at its heart, the fi .. Npr
2.5
The juggernaut finale could be measured in megadeaths there will be no Happy Meal tie ins. Star Tribune
2.8
Sharply uneven, and overstaying its welcome by at least 20 minutes, is simplistic to a fault, relying on big and noisy set pieces, with only half of w .. Emanuellevy
1.0
But destruction is the name of the game here, not deconstruction. Guardian
3.0
Bryan Singer isnt interested in any psychological Bruno Bettelheim stuff; anyway, its boisterously silly and enjoyable. Guardian
3.1
This is not to say that Jack the Giant Slayer doesnt have its enjoyable moments, and I cant help but appreciate its blessed lack of pretension. Q Network
4.0
It sets out to be nothing more than good fun, and triumphantly achieves that limited but noble purpose. Daily Mail
2.8
Fear not: There are still 30 minutes of battle spectacle to go.This is how a fairy tale movie gives us our moneys worth today. Ew
2.0
As for the plot, its mainly nothing but a scattered mess that feels like two films slapped together. Cinema Crazed
3.0
It may not be on a par with director Bryan Singers X Men films, but Jack the Giant Slayer is an old fashioned family romp a tale of Davids vs Goliaths .. Flim List
3.0
This treacherous climb is, ironically, where the film finds its footing, mixing comedy and action with a confidence the set up sorely lacks. Empire
3.0
But neither their charm nor the rest of the impressive cast can fully overcome the films weaknesses. Common Sense Media
1.5
If you say it is then youre just giving it a pass.As a vehicle for director Bryan Singer its not much more than a sure thing paycheck with sequel poss .. Movies
1.3
The film cuts a good looking trailer, as the desire for summer blockbuster spectacle bleeds into early March.But it falls apart upon closer examinatio .. Sf Gate
3.5
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0.6
The animation of the opening is clearly meant to be of lesser sophistication, but the visual effects of the movie proper are barely superior, and its .. Slant Magazine
3.0
It is really the giants show and if you have a taste for thunderous ogre action you wont be disappointed. Express
2.5
The film is ruled by sound and fury signifying an attempt to launch a new franchise. Chicago Tribune
2.0
Its less of a fairy tale than it is neutrally delivered exposition. Bullz-Eye
2.2
Its really dispiriting to see all the talent in front of and behind the camera expending so much energy on this by the numbers product about which all .. Reeling Reviews
1.5
Thats some pretty blasphemous stuff, if you believe in that sort of thing, and its pretty edgy and even approaching dangerous for a big budget fantasy .. Flickfilosopher
3.2
Its not steroid sized, it doesnt dabble in dark undertones or make concessions to young kids (aside from a few grossout gags) it aims squarely for the .. Blogs Indie Wire
5.3
Jack the Giant Slayer has many good ingredients and would have been a stronger, more satisfying movie if it had been shorter. Blogs Indie Wire
2.5
With its paint by numbers plot and dull characters, Jack is like a Syfy miniseries with better special effects. Las Vegas Weekly
2.0
Jack the Giant Slayer isnt so offensively stupid youll feel insulted for paying to see it, but this is strictly middle of the road entertainment, whic .. Lyles Movie Files
3.0
They encourage full blown, protracted spectacle, with monsters filling the screen and outstripping the imagination. Standard
3.5
The dialogue is lighthearted and the special effects are spectacular.Even better, though, the 3 D is as good as youre going to get. Tony Medley
1.0
Despite some good acting, there may never have been a Jack tale that delivers so little pleasure for so many dollars. Los Angeles Times
3.5
But if director Bryan Singer and his FX team ensure the visuals are bold, sometimes breathtaking, as so often seems to be the case, the screenplay is .. Cnn
3.8
An admirably warped sense of humor in regard to the creatures, some truly cool action scenes, and a visually impressive beanstalk added up to a movie .. Aisle Seat
3.8
The script sets up the situation and characters nicely, and the actors are terrific. Nj
3.0
Director Bryan Singer, who tried to restart the Superman franchise with 2006s regrettable Superman Returns; but who has done better with the X Men mov .. Movie Habit
3.8
Although it often feels theres more of mechanics than the muse keeping Jack the Giant Slayer going, this sprightly fairy tale reworking is full of bea .. The Star
0.6
When you make a movie this awful, with no hint of useful self awareness, youre not proving a point youre giving up. Film Freak Central
2.5
A modest, confident movie might have simply ended there, but this one doesnt. Oregon Live
3.5
The visuals are fabulous and perfectly in keeping with the tales fantasy elements. Urban Cine File
2.5
Bryan Singers Jack the Giant Slayer is the kind of escapist adventure that exists in that treacherous cinematic no mans land between child friendly fa .. Movies Tv Guide
4.0
THE VERDICT An action packed and swashbuckling cool fantasy adventure, Jack The Giant Slayer is a stylish fairytale romp brimming with smart performan .. Mirror
3.5
Delicacy and good timing keep us rooting for their crossing of social classes and a declaration of mutual feelings. Varia Gate
2.0
Its a curiously numbing viewing experience you can see how much is going on on screen, with energetic action and imaginatively detailed beasts and a g .. Digital Spy
3.5
Published on Feb 28, 2013 Jack the Giant Slayer starring Nicholas Hoult, Ewan McGregor, Eleanor Tomlinson, and Stanley Tucci is reviewed by Alonso Dur .. You Tube
3.2
Its somewhere in the middle, in a muddle of tame Game of Thrones intrigue, Renaissance fair costuming and uninspired CGI.Paraphrasing the giant: Fee f .. Tamp A Bay
3.5
Singer is familiar with large scale effects and action sequences and sets the bar high. Nz Herald
1.3
That sounds like a classic tale revision that would pick the right tone and actually deliver some fun. Red Eye Chicago
3.1
It turns a mildly arresting, intermittently ho hum intended blockbuster into one thats worth checking out, the level of technical artistry and showman .. Dustin Put Man
3.5
And sure enough, its refreshingly smarter and funnier than we expect. Contact Music
1.5
A roiling visual extrusion rendered from CG imagery..Im afraid it will be a while before researchers find the algorithm to make an audience care about .. Hollywood And Fine
3.0
LOO PROBLEMS Emmerdale fans spot major blunder with Rebecca being held captive by Lachlan CHARITYS SECRET Emmerdales Charity Dingle has a secret son h .. The Sun
3.8
The film was awful.Thankfully, Hollywood has redeemed itself with much more interesting fairy tale adaptation. The Film Pie
2.5
Unfortunately, this movie has absolutely no idea though it does flail around rather charmingly in the process of failing to develop any coherent ideas .. Io9 Gizmodo
1.9
Unfortunately, the lives of two little people dont amount to a hill of magic beans in this crazy mixed up kingdom of wherever it is. Js Online
3.0
Jack the Giant Slayer Synopsis Jack the Giant Slayer tells the story of an ancient war that is reignited when a young farmhand unwittingly opens a gat .. Movie Web
2.0
Even the most awful films have personality, which would have been preferable in this case.The technical competence on display here works against the f .. Cinemix Tape
3.8
Just as a bad film with great effects is still a bad film, a good film with mediocre effects is still a good one. ComingSoon
3.0
The appeal of Jack the Giant Slayer comes from the simplicity of the story and the chance to just sit back and enjoy an upbeat adventure. Shockya
1.0
Its a drab, silly motion picture with a poor sense of humor, lazy pacing and laughably bad visual effects. Crave Online
3.8
Fortunately, when we do leave this trippy environment, were greeted with a smashing finale and a clever ending that hints there might be even more to .. Mercury News
1.9
Most of Jack unfolds like a bad roadshow production of The Mouse That Roared ... In Gargantua, however, the fantasy loosens up and for a wee bit feels .. Bitly
5.0
Between the breathtaking panoramas and the daring derring do on display, the picture amounts to a captivating, cinematic treat guaranteed to enthrall .. Bitly
2.0
The felling of the beanstalk is especially in 3D a dynamic set piece, but it is too little to elevate the film to anything more than mundanity. The Skinny
3.0
Jack The Giant Slayer had something of an identity crisis (Picture: Warner Bros) Film review: That was quite fun but whos it for is what I wondered af .. Metro
1.9
Instead, its just an assembly line, visual effects heavy fantasy that barely registers. Scene Stealers
2.8
They try to present silly scenes while still possessing enormous stakes.Dont fool yourself. Movie Mezzanine
3.1
Do NOT bring the little ones unless you plan on paying their therapy bills for many years to come. Scifi Movie Page
2.5
One scene in particular, during which hes trapped inside a giant pastry fold, captures all the magic, drama and tension weve come to expect from an en .. Concrete Play Ground
2.5
It doesnt have exceptional visuals.The 3D is nowhere as immersive as that of Life of Pi, The Hobbit or Avatar. Rediff
3.0
Despite its many flaws, Jack the Giant Slayer is not a bad film, but rather a disappointing one The National
3.0
Jack The Giant Slayer is an entertaining family adventure, with moments of tension and humour in equal measure. Fan The Fire Magazine
2.5
The technology is undeniably there to make a credible beanstalk fly into the heavens, and giants that are utterly grotesque and vividly threatening.Bu .. Entertainment Time
4.0
Singer is more concerned with old fashioned storytelling than chasing a target audiences fleeting fads. Daily Star
2.3
It would have been perfectly fine on television in 2D, which is where this film belongs. Daily Film Fix
3.5
This film has everything you want out of an epic adventure, even though youve seem almost all of it before. The Scorecard Review
1.5
However, the wooden somber story is no match for the spectacle of giants laying waste to the kingdom. Graffiti With Punctuation
2.5
While theres a wealth of imaginative ideas in the story, theres not much magic on screen. Toledo Blade
3.0
The 3D works fine in certain sequences yet in others you dont even notice it. Honey Cutts Hollywood
2.2
The movie could be too scary for small children, but not scary enough for adults familiar with the gruesome story. Movie Chambers
3.0
Once upon a time there was a movie that stayed faithful to its fairy tale roots while adding some welcome folkloric touches of its own. Sky
3.1
Such fare has dwindled and been replaced in recent years by the offerings of animated powerhouses DreamWorks and Pixar. Free Beacon
3.5
Fee fi fo fun! Singer has cleverly re interpreted the fairy tale saving Jacks reputation. Film Festival Today
3.0
The films story is most clever when unspooling the series of events that ultimately lead to an epic clash of giants vs. humanswhere I found it lacking .. Schmoes Know
3.8
By Chris R Hello Schmoeville!.Hot off the cultural landmark that is Black Panther, Marvel has just e.. Schmoes Know
4.4
Credit the three screenwriters, particularly Christopher McQuarrie, who won an Oscar for penning Singers The Usual Suspects, for taking such a literat .. Illinois Times
2.5
Its all at the right level for a PG 13 audience, though older teens, and adults not accompanying kids, might find it all to be just a little too story .. Ut Sandiego
4.0
The greatest performances of all, in a sense, are computer animated, as much of the enjoyment from this picture derives from the giants. Hey U Guys
2.7
Theres nothing truly amazing about anything the film does, but what it does it does well enough. Flixist
1.0
This is a movie as pure product, cinema rendered utterly soulless. Bad Ass Digest
3.8
Keep your eyes open for the gilded egg and magic harp.Fee fi fo fun. Paloalto Online
3.0
If it seems as if Im dancing around talking much about the movie itself, its because there isnt much to put out there aside from saying when it works .. Blogs Houston Press
2.5
Its a little hard to fathom what the director of The Usual Suspects and Valkyrie saw in this project, beyond a studio sized paycheque. Screen Space(Squarespace)
3.5
Bryan Singers Jack the Giant Slayer is a gentle giant, a short and sweet climb thats fun all the way up the bean stalk. Fox News
2.5
Once upon a time, when Hollywood couldnt come up with good ideas for movies, it resorted to sequels and remakes. 7 Dvt
3.1
The movie version of the fairy tale is game for swashbuckling fantasy and thrills. Rss Feeds Usa Today
2.5
But really, this movie does not merit that level of scrutiny, despite its gob smackingly stupid final moments that suggest a really bizarre potential .. Topless Robot
3.5
Its sort of amazing how low the bar has fallen for big tentpole action/fantasy films. Deads
2.5
Its too scary for your youngest kid and too silly for your oldest. Madison Movie
3.8
If not for its PG 13 rating, Jack the Giant Slayer would be an old fashioned, family oriented fantasy adventure, the type that local television statio .. Planit North West
2.5
You can sense Singers excitement in delivering a dark toned fairy tale with real life or death stakes, but when youre dealing with a film this blandly .. Back Stage



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