Maggie

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  • 2015


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58 % Rotten
$ 1 Million
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Positive Reviews 85
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Average Rating 3.0/5
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3.2
As countless college term papers can attest, zombie movies are often about more than just zombies.This one doesnt disappoint on that front, using the .. Av Club
2.0
Advertisement So why doesnt the film feel like a new classic of the genre Maybe because Wade and Maggie, for all the effort the actors expend portrayi .. Av Club
3.0
The result is an extreme vision of the fabled Z Day apocalypse that is as incredulous as its dubious end of the world social order. Den Of Geek
4.5
Approaching 70, Schwarzenegger now has a lined and worn face that means hes more effective when silent. Den Of Geek
3.8
Schwarzeneggers performance is matched by the movies persistently somber tone, which often threatens to smother some genuinely compelling material. Indie Wire
2.0
Schwarzenegger lacks the nuance needed to layer in depth to Wade. We Got This Covered
3.0
The worst of it is over, but for Wade (Arnold Schwarzenegger), the hell is just beginning. Time Out
3.0
For a zombie film, her performance delivers real emotion which is rarely seen in this genre. Screen Daily
3.0
The film straddles a sort of middle ground between scary and family drama and it takes a look at the other side of a zombie film the human side sans v .. ETimes (TOI)
1.5
Theres no running from hordes of zombies, theres minimal blood and gore, and theres no flashy action sequences either. Collider
3.0
Of all our movie stars, Arnold Schwarzenegger has demonstrated the most colossal savior complex.This was a man who turned himself into a Teutonic Uber .. Vulture
3.0
Henry Hobsons morose family tragedy, Maggie, features zombie ism incidentally, seemingly with nothing on its mind other than witnessing its characters .. Paste Magazine
3.1
Arnold Schwarzenegger is very good in this movie.This should not be a surprise. Rogerebert
4.0
This is a highly reactive, quiet and reflective role and Schwarzenegger does very strong work here, giving his best pure performance ever. IGN
2.0
Despite Schwarzeneggers honourable efforts, the best moments here are Breslins. Telegraph
3.0
The films pace may prove too slow for fans of the violent, dismembering, undead hordes, but the film is a great addition to the overall zombie canon. The Young Folks
2.0
I want to believe this man is more than the rough and tough Terminator, Conan or whatever the name of his latest action hero. Cinema Blend
1.0
One of them will soon be Wades teenage daughter Maggie (Abigail Breslin). Ny Daily News
4.0
Hes stunningly effective and remarkably subtle.First time director Harry Hobson really has given us a unique take on the zombie apocalypse, and his ev .. JoBlo
2.5
Although the casting of Arnold Schwarzenegger and Abigail Breslin suggests Terminator and Little Miss Sunshine versus zombies, Maggie is a serious mov .. The Globe And Mail
3.1
Breslin is as doom laden as any zombie heroine of recent vintage, and quite good at it. Rogers Movie Nation
3.5
Maggie isnt a sharply paced feature, with director Henry Hobson taking his time to develop mood and remind viewers of the sacrifices contained in the .. Blu Ray
3.1
Basically, it feels as if Hobson and Scott are hoping that the unexpectedness of the whole affair will be enough. Mark Reviews Movies
3.1
Despite its stylistic affectations, Maggie is a thought provoking blend of post apocalyptic thriller, teen weeper and horror flick, infused with more .. Usa Today
2.0
A quietly melancholic study of a father daughter relationship playing out under the shadow of her terminal disease. The Times
3.5
I didnt enjoy it, but I did admire the acting and the emotional power of the story. Lariat
4.0
Review Our Score by Dave Aldridge Contrary to popular belief, Arnold Schwarzenegger is an effective actor if you give him a half decent film and not t .. Radio Times
3.1
Gore is kept to a minimum, a fact likely to disappoint audiences out for blood. Rolling Stone
4.0
Its not enough to describe Dead Man as simply an anti western; its an iconoclastic deconstruction of late 19th Century American values and mores, many .. Pop Matters
3.5
But that tension, which should be an intrinsic part of the narrative, never manifests itself. Film Journal
3.0
As a tragedy of teenage terminal illness, Maggie belongs less in the horror cycle than with those stories of premature death (eg The Fault in Our Star .. The Guardian
1.0
Maggie stretches this idea out to one interminably boring and mawkish film, overlaid with YA dystopian self pity. The Guardian
2.0
Maggie is lacking in action, so must rely on its performances to succeed. The Guardian
3.5
Yes, this makes no sense, but its not worth getting too bogged down in. Az Central
3.0
Its unusual and it sometimes works, but not enough to give it a solid recommendation. Mountain X
2.5
Next month will see the release of a very different film, the kooky teen comedy Me And Earl And The Dying Girl, with a much more engaging depiction of .. Npr
1.9
This fatalist little indie is an A for effort movie with C minus entertainment value. Star Tribune
1.0
It is not co executive producer John Scott 3s original idea in his first screenplay which is at fault.Not the billed post apocalyptic thriller, and a .. Reel Talk Reviews
3.8
Hobsons admirable restraint behind the camera and the fine performances by all involved give the material its sense of emotional depth, and even those .. Q Network
3.2
Maggie, to its credit, doesnt go there.But it doesnt really go anywhere else, either. Ew
3.0
Arnie is stately in his heroism and heartache, while Breslin has a nice line in quiet terror. Flim List
3.0
It feels a little like a very special episode of The Walking Dead and might be a tad low key for its field, but Schwarzenegger and Breslin are good an .. Empire
2.5
The interesting but flawed Maggie is billed as a horror film, but its really more an indie drama with horror elements. Sf Gate
2.5
When you think about a zombie movie, you imagine gore, flesh eating fiends and maybe some action. But when you think about an Arnold Schwarzenegger zo .. Book My Show
1.9
Maggie flirts with suspense throughout, most memorably in a scene where Breslin strikingly articulates Maggies refusal to succumb to the base instinct .. Slant Magazine
4.5
If there is an issue with Maggie, it is how Hobson cant stop infusing his film with atmosphere. The New Indian Express
3.1
What should my dad do to me.Its not the weightiest dilemma to build a movie around, but its a darn good question. Washington Post
3.0
Zombies, Arnold Schwarzenegger and a certain Terrence Malick je ne sais quoi what could go wrong.More or less everything in this low budget head scrat .. The New York Times
2.8
The emotionally dark drama favors a brooding mood and character centered relationships over jump scares and gore filled action. The Film Stage
3.0
If only freshman director Henry Hobson was even more committed to his intriguing strategy for showcasing his unlikely star, and kept things quiet thro .. Boston Globe
3.5
While the films pacing is a bit deliberate, Hobson delivers a stunning conclusion, one which upends expectations. Reeling Reviews
3.0
There are few things more frustrating for me as a film critic but also just as a film fan than a film that is admirable but not very engaging.Maggie i .. Flickfilosopher
2.8
DIrector Henry Hobson certainly doesnt give in to traditional expectations here, and while uneven, that approach is what makes Maggie something indivi .. Blogs Indie Wire
2.5
There are a few horrific moments, but overall this is a serious, downbeat drama, featuring the most subdued performance Schwarzenegger has ever given. Las Vegas Weekly
2.0
The weight of the unthinkable is heavy between them, but somehow still enlivens the severe film. Hollywood Reporter
1.5
Zombies + Schwarzenegger sounds like a blast even if its just a dumb guilty pleasure. Lyles Movie Files
2.5
Its not a bad film, but Ill put it like this: Its a spare 95 minutes, and I felt like I was in the theater for at least two hours.Im all for thoughtfu .. Pajiba
4.0
One of the most affecting moments comes when Maggie reconnects with some of her high school classmates. Los Angeles Times
2.5
Its basically a character study.The problem, aside from not much going on, is that Schwarzenegger remains a severely limited actor, so theres not that .. Detroit News
3.0
They may be dead eyed, gray skinned and determinedly brain hungry, but zombies have feelings too in Maggie, an improbably bred but surprisingly humane .. Variety
3.2
Its also slow, thoughtful, and almost unbearably melancholy traits audiences might not be looking for in an Arnold Schwarzenegger movie about zombies. .. Consequence Of Sound
1.9
Maggie is a movie about the walking dead, and its not looking too good itself.Dully and dizzyingly monochromatic, all greys and blacks and blurs, it s .. Nj
3.1
This is the most human zombie film youve ever seen, and its the most human role youve ever seen me take on. The Star
3.2
Its an odd concept, turning a zombie movie into a downbeat actors showcase, but first time director Henry Hobson gets great work from a subdued Schwar .. Oregon Live
3.5
The film has its moments of tension and fright, but zombie extras in mind blowing horror makeup arent exactly waiting around every dark corner. Deseret News
4.0
She does a great job of balancing these two aspects and the filmmakers never present the zombie stuff as kitsch or particularly horror movie y; there .. Ner Dist
3.0
It betrays the often documentary, handheld feel of the direction and its commendable naturalistic aesthetic. Digital Spy
3.0
Odd casting and lighting choices aside, theres a genuinely affecting drama at the unhappy heart of Hobsons film. Games Radar
1.9
No thanks: Teen girls are terrifying even when they dont want to munch on your arm. New York Post
4.5
But theres still that little matter of the zombie movie Maggie is magnificent but in ways we might never have expected from a film toplined by the for .. Star Burst Magazine
3.0
But what hes achieved is a genre film that resonates with the coping mechanisms related to real life disease, ones own impending death or an eventual .. The Arts Desk
3.5
It gets intimate with the idea of emotional repercussions.And some themes in the film are just spectacular. FilmFare
3.0
If nothing else, Maggie deserves credit for approaching zombies from a whole new angle.While the angst of watching a loved one get infected is a commo .. Film
3.0
And in defying the expectations of both Schwarzenegger and zombie fans, the film achieves something fresh and innovative in a sub genre struggling to .. Scmp
4.5
In the world of Maggie, a zombie bite doesnt transform you immediately or even in a few hours. Ign
3.5
Its an interesting, admirable effort that just doesnt quite hold together at the end. Io9 Gizmodo
3.0
Hobson and Scott offer little in the ways of levity or excitement, and the performers, especially Schwarzenegger, are mournful to the point where it s .. The Dissolve
3.0
As a portrait of familial love and devotion, its wonderfully clear. Sandiego Reader
3.0
Although it is suspenseful in parts, first time director Henry Hobsons pic serves only to use its setting and premise to present a human story about t .. Dead Line
4.0
But its a thoughtful consideration of an apocalyptic events human toll, and Schwarzenegger is a surprisingly effective human presence at its center, c .. Flavor Wire
4.4
Echoing the moods of hard hitting films but with the charisma of any entertaining blockbuster you would see this summer. Awards Circuit
3.3
The performances are solid and the cinematography is impressively evocative, but its so laser focused being tragic that it never takes advantage of it .. Crave Online
3.1
More, instead of walking through this low budget indie, Schwarzenegger rises to the occasion and delivers what may be his best dramatic turn. Bitly
2.0
Its a welcome change for Schwarzenegger, who does good work as the soft, vulnerable everyman. The Skinny
3.5
This is what makes Maggie an enjoyable horror film and not just a drama. Polygon
3.0
The combination isnt exactly an attractive one, but it is a distinct one, and it is one that makes perfect narrative sense, complementing the films po .. No La
2.8
Maggies color palette is dark and muted which fits the films relentlessly grim tone and captures a world that seems perpetually on the brink of a thun .. Under The Radar Mag
2.5
Its slow and solemn and only has perhaps one jump scare, a far cry from what were used to in its genre. Movie Mezzanine
3.0
The movies not really a comedy in the usual senseits sometimes boldly unpleasant.But its not a film youre likely to forget a day after seeing it. reason
4.0
John Scott 3s script does a very good job of bringing humanity to the undead, and the rare instances of Wade being forced into action are grim rather .. Scifi Now
1.9
There are some gory moments and a few scary ones, but the overall tone is just achingly, wincingly sad, with more violins than violence.Its basically .. National Post
3.0
Its a small film compared with the blockbuster fare usually associated with Schwarzenegger, but one that will linger longer in the mind. Sky
3.0
That is Arnies struggle, and he delivers it quite well, surprisingly. The New Paper
3.0
Those expecting a horror film will be disappointed this is rarely scary in the traditional sense. Fan The Fire Magazine
3.0
Hobson makes an auspicious feature directorial debut here; some will want a meatier story (youll forgive the pun), but the raw emotion on display is i .. Toronto Sun
2.5
Its an intriguing genre mashup to be sure, but it ends up being surprisingly one note and may have actually worked better as a short film. Columbus Alive
3.0
Though the movie isnt without its faults, Hobson has crafted a fine drama, and one that overcomes its minor pacing issues thanks to a pair of emotiona .. Blog Bullz Eye
3.5
Nevertheless, Maggies power lies with its characters and the moving performances from its two leads; its a fresh new angle at a genre that is proving .. Cairo 360
2.0
snaps someones neck in the first 10 minutes, and takes an ax to someone elses a little later, but they were zombies; thats just what you do. The rest .. Sf Weekly
3.1
The zombie subgenre allows for many different approaches: from straightforward action to dystopian horror, from outright comedy to heartfelt romance. Am Ny
3.2
The performances by Schwarzenegger and Breslin are top notch and make the film worthwhile. Movie Chambers
3.1
This movie is aimed at a very specific sort of audience.Youll know better than I if youre part of it. Free Beacon
3.7
First time director Henry Hobson crafts a small film with a slow but sure pace that managaes to surprise and satisfy at the same time. Schmoes Know
3.1
The violence is minimal.Add it all up and what you have is an art film. Seattle Times
3.0
The ending is a total cop out which obviates all the good work done by Schwarzenegger and Breslin. Iol Co Za
2.0
Neither is the drama powerful enough to keep you interested, nor are there any cheap thrills for fun. Mid Day
4.0
While it may not be horror enough for genre fans looking for another undead splatterfest, Maggie succeeds on the strengths of its ensemble, especially .. Daily Dead
2.5
Maggie dabbles in too many ideas without packing enough punch behind any one of them, leaving something that feels just as awkwardly out of place as w .. City Weekly
3.0
I never imagined that I would be genuinely moved by a film with Schwarzenegger. Projected Figures
3.0
Watching a loved one suffer knowing that there is absolutely no way you can help is one of the most gut wrenching and emotionally exhausting feelings .. Flickering Myth
3.5
The real joy and surprise of Maggie is the outstanding performance from Arnold Schwarzenegger. Hammer To Nail
3.1
Highlights include the post apocalyptic near monochromatic look, intriguing sound design, and Schwarzenegger, who taps into an emotional vein hes rare .. La Movie Boeuf Wordpress
2.5
Sometimes a limited scope like this can be useful in order to concentrate on characters over a bigger marketable concept, but said characters and thei .. The Fright File
3.5
This affecting, understated drama probably wont inspire Schwarzenegger to give up making Terminator movies. But itll stand as proof that he didnt alwa .. The Concourse Deads
1.2
It may be heresy to declare but most zombie films are pretty damn dull. Dork Shelf
3.0
Hobsons commitment to hopelessness is admirable in theory but in practice its a drag. Spliced Personality Word P ..
3.5
The ugliest movie I can remember seeing since The Divide. Its so underlit you can barely even see anything. Thats because theres no electricity any mo .. Nuke The Fridge



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