Risen

  • PG13 (SINGAPORE)
  • 2016


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54 %
52 % Rotten
$ 11 Million
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Positive Reviews 55
Negative reviews 25
Average Rating 2.9/5
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2.5
In other words, this isnt a real life version of the film within a film from Hail, Caesar!, Av Club
2.8
Given the state of the evangelical sub industry, Risen feels like a welcome alternative, in that it feels like it was made by people who pray for some .. Av Club
2.0
Risen simply tends to its flock, ignoring outside views through yet another, by the books biblical rehash. We Got This Covered
2.5
Secular me, I must confess to enjoying the giddily bombastic, Old Testament wackadoodle of Ridley Scotts recent Exodus: Gods and Kings, the legitimate .. Austin Chronicle
3.0
A Roman soldier undergoes spiritual transformation in this thoughtful, well intentioned drama. Time Out
3.0
Reynolds manages to put the action, mystery and drama elements together into a credible, and at times quite touching whole. Screen Daily
3.5
A crucified prophet gone missing is the last thing anyone needs right now. Vulture
3.1
Although the film is mostly solemn, there are welcome flashes of humor. Rogerebert
2.0
What could be a beautiful desert setting is repeatedly rendered inert and lifeless.It is stuck in a murkiness with which the film is loathe to part. IGN
4.5
It certainly doesnt warrant the stigma associated with such films. The Young Folks
3.0
Risen is interesting, not because its convincing but because its qualities as a genre piece consistently overpower its appeal as a faith based film. The Young Folks
2.5
More the tale of one mans redemption than the story of Christ, Risen rises above most of its faith based counterparts and largely avoids the smug, hol .. Cinema Blend
3.0
It works fine for a while.Joseph Fiennes is properly imperious as Clavius, and his ambitious assistant is well played by the weasel y Tom Felton of th .. Ny Daily News
3.0
As such, RISEN is for a specific audience and doesnt have much crossover appeal at all. JoBlo
1.3
The film features a lush historical setting and some satisfying action scenes, but the dialogue is often laughable, a mix of the pseudo archaic with o .. The Globe And Mail
3.8
Mel Gibsons extraordinary The Passion of the Christ is the rare exception that proves the rule most films in that crowded genre are tired, derivative .. Philly
3.2
As hard as it might be to believe (as skeptics would say of the resurrection itself), the result isnt terribleindeed, its very oddness gives it a cert .. One Guys Opinion
2.5
Despite not doing much more than preach to the choir, Risen is still more nuanced than the lions share of recent faith based dramas. Village Voice
3.8
But even though we know where all this is going long before it gets there, the story has enough absorbing twists and the performances are so compassio .. Rogers Movie Nation
2.8
Select ingredients are interesting in Risen, but as an overall stew of spiritual illumination, the feature is far too sluggish to crack open the spiri .. Blu Ray
3.1
Become a fan on Facebook Follow on Twitter Review by Mark Dujsik | February 18, 2016 The premise of Risen is ingeniously logical.It recognizes that th .. Mark Reviews Movies
2.0
Review Our Score by Dave Aldridge British actors Joseph Fiennes, Tom Felton and Peter Firth go Roman in an earnestly clunky biblical drama that proves .. Radio Times
2.5
While that will appease those of faith in bouts of head nodding affirmation, it doesnt make for great cinematic drama, at least as conceived and execu .. Screen It
2.0
The problem here is that there is no zest at all to the storytelling. Independent
3.3
Despite the gorgeous mountains where the dirt streaked dozen are nestled, watching people sit around anticipating something to happen is about as inte .. The Wrap
2.5
All that said, Risen never rises, if you will, above the material. Film Journal
3.0
Its solidly middling fare, soft of heart and script, and given to moments of foolishly miraculous folly. The Guardian
2.0
Risens disappointment lies in its turning away from the originality of its premise. The Guardian
3.0
But it is several steps up from some faith based fare, and it will doubtless appeal to its target audience. Az Central
2.5
Yet when it becomes the story of Clavius gradual conversion from sceptic to believer, it seems to lose its nerve.It is earnest and surprisingly restra .. Smh
3.0
In the end, its better than most of its brethren, but not the drama of faith it might have been. Mountain X
3.8
Its my deeply held belief that there is less value in what a movie preaches than in how creatively it spreads its message.Yet enjoy it I did. Star Tribune
3.2
type Movie Current Status In Season mpaa PG 13 runtime 111 minutes Limited Release Date 02/19/16 performer Joseph Fiennes, Tom Felton, Cliff Curtis, P .. Ew
2.0
Bizarre bookends and an inability to conceal its modest budget with tight framing and focused storytelling also wind up adding to the films woes, leav .. Flim List
3.0
Biblical films are surprisingly big business.And they dont necessarily need Mel Gibson to succeed 2014s Heaven Is For Real made $91 million in the US .. Empire
2.0
A Biblical tale this epic arguably has endless potential for artistry, but instead, Risen feels more like a lesson than a work of art, and one thats p .. Common Sense Media
3.8
He keeps one foot on the ground and lets you experience it as the people must have 2,000 years ago. Sf Gate
1.9
As sadly novel as it is to see a red state film reign in its homicidal instincts, Risen preaches not to the choir, nor does it seems interested in con .. Slant Magazine
2.5
Viewers already well versed in the greatest story ever told might find their interest piqued by the filmmakers unconventional take. Washington Post
1.5
But if you drink every time youre reminded of Monty Pythons 1979 Judean jaunt, Life of Brian, you might just make it through to the end. The New York Times
2.8
Risen recognizes something fundamental about religion to the uninitiated: the believers all sound delusional. The Film Stage
3.8
We know how it turns out, but seeing from the point of view of someone who doesnt know and doesnt believe adds more cogency. Boston Globe
3.5
Maybe it goes without saying, but its exceedingly rare to be treated like an adult by a film with an overtly religious message. Uproxx
2.5
We are well into the realm of magical fantasy now which is very strange given the films earlier down to earth practicality or maybe this is meant to n .. Flickfilosopher
2.0
Never mind a three person God, this Nazarene would have trouble selling a fridge to the uninitiated. The Irish Times
1.5
Reynolds manages to take the story of Jesus resurrection and turn it into CSI: Jerusalem. Las Vegas Weekly
5.0
Clavius and his men carry out the brutal realities of Pilates word, inured to the violence of crucifixion and disposal of bodies. Los Angeles Times
3.1
But not terrific.As solid as all of this proves to be, theres something that keeps Risen from achieving greatness. Movie Freak
2.5
The turnabout renders the first half of the film something of a fake out, but Risen was never meant as anything but a tool for the converted. Detroit News
3.0
Whether or not it triggers a craze for divinely inspired detective stories, Risen makes a decent case for itself as the Columbo of the genre: Its amia .. Variety
2.5
Competent acting and direction handily stave off artistic disaster, but Risen has been constructed not so much to inspire as to renew the already fait .. Groucho Reviews
1.5
Speaking of miracles, you would have to chain at least five of them together to save Risen from slowly falling to an agonisingly dull death. Herald Sun
2.0
But thankfully the subtle implementation of humour to this accidentally kitsch production ensures there is some entertainment to be had. Hey U Guys
3.1
Its intended primarily for an audience of Christian believers, but genuine drama precedes the preaching. The Star
3.8
Maybe its just easier to experience the subject matter in a historic context, but Risen feels less heavy handed than a lot of what the genre presents .. Deseret News
3.5
In fact tasteful is a good description for the film, where it refers to its religious elements, but it is pretty robust as an action thriller in which .. Urban Cine File
1.9
Does not a man raised in a mystical pagan culture suspect trickery or magic New York Post
2.5
However, most adults will see it as little more than a reasonably clever whodunnit spin on the Resurrection. Raidió Teilifís Éireann
2.5
Shot in Malta and Spain, Risen certainly looks dusty and ancient but its no Biblical epic. Nz Herald
4.3
Whats most encouraging about Risen is its apparent latitudinarianism, its refusal to retreat into awe and wonder. Ar Kansas Online
2.0
Its unbelievable how hard it is to retell the greatest story ever told. The Arts Desk
2.8
It was only 8:40 p.m., but the film indeed felt like it was more than two hours. Patriot Ledger
3.0
But this is still a movie made for a captured Christian audience, and it will be those viewers who will like it best. Punch Drunk Critics
2.5
Ultimately, Risens attempt to dress up the genre by giving us the Greatest Detective Story Ever Told simply tosses in a few more from a different dire .. Straight
1.0
What were shown is that goofy, laughing hippies will rise up and share their mystical message of love, sharing, and oh yes, eternal life.) Sandiego Reader
3.5
It makes the cross audience appeal of a film like Risen not an anomaly but certainly a surprise. ComingSoon
3.0
If police procedural TV drama CSI does an episode about the Greatest Story Ever Told, it would probably look something like this. Straits Times
2.0
As a movie about turning atheists into believers its not very effective; surrendering to a higher power is pretty easy when youve laid your eyes on ha .. Metro New York
2.0
Retelling the story of the Resurrection as if it were CSI: Jerusalem is an ingenious notion, yet this faith based Biblical epic blows it. What So
3.5
You cant make a movie like this and simultaneously show all sides to this story. Fat Guys At The Movies
3.1
For instance, nowhere is it written that a Roman official was tasked by Pontius Pilate with locating the crucified body of Jesus (Cliff Curtis) before .. National Post
2.0
Synopsis Joseph Fiennes stars as a world weary Roman tribune leading the mother of all manhunts. Sky
4.0
Fiennes is suitably charismatic as Clavius, a battle weary hero searching for deeper meaning to life. The New Paper
5.0
This movie couldnt be more well timed since Risen from Sonys Affirm Films division is drawing a huge audience of excitement ready to see the movie. Review Express
2.5
Risen is the rare movie I wished were more banal.All this pragmatism is a plot trick: If even Clavius scraps science for spirituality, then the movie .. M Tv
4.0
But if skeptics are willing to suspend disbelief for entertainment purposes with Harry Potter, they can do the same here. Toronto Sun
3.0
Let this be a lesson to every other film studio: stop casting white people to play Jesus. Blog Bullz Eye
1.0
Thou may well ask, flock of film followers that does not wish to be fleeced.I am pursuing a triumvirate of theories. Vue Weekly
3.8
But its granted dignity and grace by the storytelling surrounding it. Hollywood Into To
3.8
Religious viewers will find satisfaction in the end here but the story itself is unique and thoughtful enough to merit the interest of nonbelievers. Johnhanlon Reviews
2.0
Coming from a man who gave us Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves and Waterworld, (Kevin Reynolds), its no surprise that Risen is a mildly irritating yet so .. Film Ireland
3.5
Hollywood has suffered several false starts in the last couple of years in its attempt to revitalize the genre of the biblical epic. World Wng
4.4
With intelligence and great moviemaking skill, he has created a classic variation on a venerated ancient theme. Seattle Times
3.0
But what makes it more watchable than overly righteous fare like Son of God is Fiennes well balanced performance. Iol Co Za
3.5
The performances by Joseph Fiennes and Cliff Curtis elevate the entertainment value of this faith based film. Huffing Ton Post
3.0
Risen isnt a film that will convert nonbelievers, but its more ambitious than the standard faith based genre fare. Chesapeake Family
2.5
It may not have worked out as well as theyd hoped, but at least they tried to take it in a more unique direction.That being said, Risen merely ends up .. The Blus Pot
1.9
Director Kevin Reynolds, best known for directing such Kevin Costner turkeys as Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves and Waterworld, fails to sustain a promi .. Reel Bob
2.5
CHRISTS resurrection is not a subject for a faint hearted filmmaker. Daily Telegraph
3.0
The first half of Risen benefits immeasurably under the experienced filmmakers assured touch, the lean drama clipping along at an engaging pace. Screen Space(Squarespace)
2.8
Its now just more than a week after Election Day, which means that were in recount season. The Monitor
3.1
For nearly half of its running time, Risen is a uniquely fascinating take on the story of Jesus resurrectionand then its not particularly good at the .. City Weekly
3.2
Its far from fully satisfying, but for devout viewers its strengths may outweigh the defects.Steven D. Greydanus is the Registers film critic and crea .. Nc Register
4.0
This new biblical epic is focused on the resurrection and billed as the most important manhunt in human history..It is a simple yet majestic telling o .. Ncr Online
2.5
Its a strong performance as we see the metamorphosis of a killer into a person seeking peace and love.Risen is flat. Dcw50
3.5
What could have been a hammy, square affair quickly settles into an impressive political thriller/crime procedural that manages to respectfully presen .. Times Herald
2.0
The result is not the greatest story ever told, but church groups will probably be pleased. Cinema Clips
2.5
Our belief is enhanced by the mechanics of imagination.In other words, what is needed is faith, a convergence of belief and fact. America Magazine
2.5
Fiennes sticks with the brooding, stoic performance, even when Clavius is undergoing some major changes. Its not his best work. Entertainment Sun Times
2.0
And given the cheers to the Heavens from some in my theater, undoubtedly its piety will appeal to the deeply concerned. Den Of Geek Us



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