Serenity

  • 2005


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$ 40 Million
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Positive Reviews 100
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Average Rating 3.6/5
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3.0
If youre not familiar with the crisp wit and ornery imagination of writer creator Joss Whedons rusty nail space Western no aliens, no lightsabers, jus .. EW
3.8
Im not sure the movie would have much appeal for non sci fi fans, but it has the rough edges and brawny energy of a good yarn, and it was made by and .. Rogerebert
5.0
A stand alone spin off from the cult science fiction TV series Firefly, the ill fated, most personal and most accomplished work to date from Joss Whed .. Time Out
3.1
This is UPN style storytelling and aesthetics trying to pass as serious filmmaking.
5.0
But the enjoyable result is a highly concentrated, amphetamine fueled reprise, designed to give fans a sentimental jolt and boost new devotees.
3.5
But if it aint broke, dont fix it: Those tried and true conventions have everything to do with Serenitys charm.
5.0
This flick is not only a wondrous piece of science fiction adventure; its an absolute homage to science fiction itself. E Film Critic
3.0
For what it is viewed as filmmaking in and of itself Serenity is tense and smoothly put together. E Film Critic
3.0
Whedon figures, probably correctly, that fans of Firefly dont need detailed introductions to the regular characters. The rest of us do. E Film Critic
5.0
A love letter to Firefly fans, an open invitation to everyone else E Film Critic
4.4
Captures the spirit of the series while jumping ahead with some unyielding visions of the future which have just as much relevance today. E Film Critic
4.0
While movies like I Robot are aimed at the brainless summer crowd. Serenity is designed for basement dwelling geeks just aching to find meaning in the .. E Film Critic
4.4
By watching high quality geek filmmaking, you run the risk of turning into a geek, which can be very expensive.(Did you think video cards were cheap San Francisco Chronicle
4.0
Fear not; herein lies black comedy, spiky romance and action adventure without an alien to be seen.
4.5
This is a truly great adventure movie.Funny, fast, blistering with creativity and style, Serenity delivers well beyond expectations. Cinema Blend
2.0
I personally didnt care when anyone died, I was bored for most of the way, wasnt impressed by its few action scenes. JoBlo
4.5
Take a couple of days over the weekend to watch it and then go see the movie.Youll enjoy Serenity that much more. Screen Rant
3.0
Blending the elements of old Western movies with science fiction motifs works well in this movie. Spirituality And Practice
3.0
A perfectly acceptable elongated episode of a television series projected onto a screen several sizes too large for it...more pretender than real cont .. One Guys Opinion
2.0
Though its well written (in the sense it has as good a script for its sci fi story as any of the recent Star Wars films), its flat camerawork, lack of .. Sover
3.8
Serenity is a fast paced, engaging science fiction adventure tale. ReelViews
3.8
Serenity isnt exactly what youd call sci fi based on ideas, but it is a delightful, infectious blend of pulp Westerns, Star Trek, Star Wars and even s .. Combust Ible Celluloid
3.0
The film stays true to its television roots and does not transcend its small screen origins with its routine special effects.
3.0
The film stays true to its television roots and does not transcend its small screen origins with its routine special effects.
3.1
Far more problematic is Whedons ongoing failure to provide even a single engaging character based moment, as Avengers: Age of Ultron is, for the most .. Reel Film Reviews
2.0
It is a cautionary tale about science and politics gone wrong, but it is also about heroism on a grand scale which can trace its cinematic roots back .. Lariat
3.0
Yet nothing in the film feels derivative.Where it is reminiscent of other sci fi icons, it seems to be in homage, always enlivened by Whedons wit and .. Eric Ds Nider
4.0
The title may seem misleading to some, but fans of writer director Joss Whedons short lived TV series Firefly will get the reference in this big scree .. News Review
4.0
This layer of meaning makes it one of the most satisfying action movies in a long, long time. Shadows On The Wall
5.0
The result is Serenity, a terrifically enjoyable, rip roaring adventure movie that will appeal to bothfans and newcomers alike. View London
2.0
The action sequences, it must be said, are intense, and the film is fun, if you can swallow all the hokum. Cs Monitor
4.5
Whedon doesnt drop new viewers into this universe completely unprepared. Film Journal International ..
3.8
And its to the credit of screenwriter/director Joss Whedon that it all feels cohesive, coherent and believable. Deseret News (Salt Lake Ci ..
1.9
Watching Serenity is like starting at the 84th episode of a convoluted and silly sci fi soap opera. Internet Reviews
3.1
After an hour of intense disorientation, the movies arch sarcasm becomes oddly entertaining. Boston
3.5
Whedon has rewarded their loyalty by enlarging Fireflys genre splicing mix of science fiction and Western into an exciting, thoughtful big screen adve .. Smh
3.5
Combine this with Ejiofors performance and Serenitys entertaining verve, and the film is certainly worth a look, despite its flaws and often sketchy s .. Mountain X
3.8
Two people in prison will likely be released after it was revealed that an Eden Prairie detective illegally searched a defendants car, then created a .. Star Tribune
3.8
It turned out to be a complete bust..Torontos pre megacity mayors on the last time Queens Park messed with city politics With the city on the brink of .. Toronto Star
3.5
Its big and exciting, with an urgent plot and a climax full of danger. Reel Talk Reviews
3.8
A lot of the beats are a bit too familiar from previous entries in the series, which isnt surprising given that this is the fifth film to play off the .. Q Network
5.0
A magnificent closer to the series, and Whedon shows how much love he has for his fans by giving us a quality finisher... Cinema Crazed
2.5
Overall, its nothing special enough to appeal to cultists, no doubt, but insufficient to reach wider audiences who are hardly starved for sci fi. Eye For Film
4.5
Good old fashioned entertainment that delivers primarily through its storyline, its a bit like Star Wars with a dash of Indiana Jones style action.
4.5
It has everything the TV series possessed, but also manages to elevate the tension to the next level. Flim Threet
4.0
A gently intelligent action sci fi with wit, drama, and emotion to spare, this is the blockbuster youve been waiting for all year. Bbc
4.0
Theres no denying Whedons talent for dialogue, and for once, it feels less like scripted dialogue and more like real conversation.Hes also does a comm .. Bullz-Eye
3.5
Whether Serenity will appeal to a broad audience is hard to say, but as far as this years movies wrapping up sci fi franchises with obsessive fans go, .. Las Vegas Weekly
4.5
Whedon knows that hes blazing down a well worn trail, but he addresses that by deftly adding elements of humor, action, romance and horror and continu .. Calendar Live
3.0
If you can grasp the gist of Fireflys intricate political machinations, then the flights somewhat enjoyable. Hollywood
2.0
The films strength is compelling character relationships and Whedons trademark dialogue... Seattle Pi
5.0
An astonishing blend of action, comedy and drama, this sci fi western mystery thriller adventure hybrid puts nearly every other big studio thrill ride .. Movie Freak
4.0
As with the rest of Whedons work the strength of Serenity is its characters and their conflicting and tempestuous relationships and Whedons trademark ..
2.5
And if youre a Joss Whedon follower or fan of the show, youre gonna love this movie.It will be a religious experience for you. 7M Pictures
3.8
Look, the real wonder of WW84 is that this maybe isnt the worst thing about it. Film Freak Central
3.0
If you think the Star Wars prequels are a disease, then Serenity is the cure. Oregon Live
3.5
While treating his subject matter with the utmost respect, Whedon also infuses it with his trademark off kilter wit. Boxoffice Magazine
2.0
Its equal parts deadly action, deadpan comedy and knotty mystery. E Online
1.5
Its the zippy chatter among the Serenitys wised up space pirates that gives the film most of its punch, but with only serviceable action sequences and .. La Weekly
4.0
Serenity blasts George Lucass recent prequels into the ether thanks to some rip roaring action scenes and a knack of not taking itself too seriously. Mirror
4.0
Confusing panache and show off dialogue slows the blastoff, but this escapist journey turns into high adventure with spirit and the elements of good d .. Varia Gate
3.1
Its an interesting amalgam of ideas that sometimes works and sometimes doesnt. Three Movie Buffs
3.0
The biggest shock of the inspirational sports movie The Greatest Game Ever Played is how utterly square it is. The Stranger
5.0
For fans of Whedons other franchise, Buffy, theres a delicious homage to one of that shows minor characters that is funny even if youve never visited .. Killer Movie Reviews
5.0
Its a fantastic film with a great story, great action and classic characters. Waffle Movies
3.8
Serenity is a love letter for fans of the series and the closure it deserved. Movie Crypt
4.4
...giving a much needed shot in the arm to a genre thats become so pompous and full of itself that it wasnt any fun anymore. Scene Stealers
4.5
In the context of an action cinema driven by false hope, misogyny and sadism, Serenity is an inspiring respite. Or Lando Weekly
2.0
Fans are sure to be pleased, but if writer/director Josh Whedon is looking to develop a new fan base, Serenity isnt the way to do it. Bowling Green Daily News
4.0
Basically, Serenity manages to get away with being weird in little ways and saving up its money shots for just the moments it desperately needs them.T .. Alternate Ending
3.0
For non fans, Serenity is a delirious excursion into a world whose setting, characters and relationships are richer and more elaborate than any one sh .. Decent Films
3.0
A space spectacle resonant with witty dialogue, accessible characters and kaleidoscopic action. Guide Live
4.5
Joss Whedon makes a rousing feature directing debut, exploiting the cult status of his short lived series Firefly to continue it on the big screen. Chicago Reader
3.0
Its story embraces undue pretensions, its dialogue thinks its far more clever than it is, and its Star Wars envy is positively unseemly. Flip Side Archive
4.4
Serenity Rating Director Joss Whedon Screenplay Joss Whedon Length 119 min. Cinema Sight
4.5
an action packed thriller with a sense of humor, several ingenious ideas and a few startling scares... full of genre bending fun and pop culture trivi .. James Sanford on Film
3.8
All I can say is that I really enjoyed Serenity, and I plan on getting my hands on that Firefly DVD to see what I missed. Aisle Seat
3.8
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4.0
This movie is fast paced with lots of kick *** action and cool special effects, plus they toss around witty banter and one liners as easily as they th .. TheMovieChicks.com
2.0
On its own, however, this satisfying science fiction saga has enough richly drawn characters and clever writing to make up for the inescapable impress .. Nicks Chager
4.0
Shame on me, but not Whedon for making a very enjoyable, science fiction film. Wp Me
4.5
A...visually captivating, and darkly mirthful Robert Heinlein esque episodic trail of picaresque delights. Vulture
4.5
So Whedon took it to the big screen and made a lively, humor laden science fiction western. Stream On Demand At Home
1.5
Yet the effects are solid for the most part, the sets are pretty good and theres at times an interesting combination of the Old American West, ancient .. Dark Horizons
1.5
As joyless, lurching, and filled with dull exposition as the TV show was giddy, fleet footed, and packed with lively conversation. IGN Movies
3.8
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4.5
This could be the birth of the greatest science fiction saga since Star Wars. Juicy Cerebellum
4.0
This near future Western from Buffy creator Joss Whedon is a big, bold, B movie piece of entertainment. Net Flix
2.0
Can proudly be placed alongside The Empire Strikes Back and Blade Runner as one of the best science fiction movies of modern cinema. Film Jerk
2.0
If you werent into Firefly before, Serenity gives no decent excuse to start now. Film Jerk
4.0
Still, as the movie converges on a climactic half hour that is among the best action packed finales in recent memory, Serenity belies its title.This i .. Metro Weekly
4.5
The film is teeming with an overwhelming amount of integrity, heart, soul, and some of the best written characters to invade genre fiction in quite so .. Film Force Ign
3.0
Han Solo Your ship has flown. Indiana Jones Move over. Captain Malcolm Reynolds is the big screens most engaging and heroic rogue in decades. Looking Closer
5.0
... Creates a fully formed universe, one that almost feels like it could be plausible in 500 years. Stardem
4.5
. . .its got plenty of sci fi soul food including tough talking space cowboys with marshmallow hearts, blistering boobie babes, sassy sidekicks and bl .. The Tyee
3.0
Said Joss Whedon: One time my cat spit up and Universal bought the treatment. Theyd film the phone book if only they could find the action sequence. Movie Juice
3.8
When Brittany Mostiller was in her early 20s, she had two abortions. Suburban Chicago News
3.8
The entire cast from the series appears in the film, and at least a few seem poised for breakout status, especially Nathan Fillion. Boston Phoenix
5.0
I dont own Firefly toilet paper and I dont have pictures of the cast in my underwear drawer (not anymore anway). The Hollywood Outsider
4.0
The film has most of the qualities that made the show so wonderful, including the most important one: the feeling that its not enough. Gost Dog
3.8
Though the movie seems built to launch an ongoing franchise, Whedon avoids bowing to the status quo, daringly taking his story in uncompromising direc .. Arizona Daily Star
4.0
Folks looking for just a sci fi film will be wonderfully surprised by Whedons whip crack dialogue and hardcore fans will be just happy to see these pe .. Chud
3.8
If you want to know what a good science fiction movie is like, go see Serenity.
1.0
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3.0
Just when you think Whedon has fallen into the generic action film void, he injects Serenity with a dose of feeling... Now Playing Mag
3.8
Serenity is swash buckling good fun. It smartly understands that its audience wants a mix of corny belly laughs and hard core comic book style violenc ..
2.5
Loyal fans may enjoy the temporary reprieve but I doubt any others will be won over. Democratand Chronicle
3.8
A hipper, funnier, action packed throwback to the original Star Wars. Boston Herald
3.8
Those who missed the Firefly madness can still appreciate the films ramshackle appeal. Wash Times
3.8
From a daytime firefight to an emphasis on hand to hand combat, the picture is winningly straightforward. Sac Ticket
4.0
Boasting an intriguing plotline, breakneck pacing, characters with depth and a good deal of knowing humour alongside some gobsmacking special effects, .. The List
3.0
Whedon works plenty of smart pop culture references into his genre jumping script. Access Atlanta
1.5
Whedon should chill the **** out on the verbiage, but his direction isnt bad at all. LYTRules.com
4.0
An A grade experience. The writing is impeccable, the chemistry among the cast is fantastic, the performances are great, and the action is non stop! Movie Hole
4.5
Serenity is damned entertaining and packed to the gills with instantly engaging characters. Bet
4.5
The unremitting violence and action dont make for a better story or a better movie, they simply make Serenity come off like every other two bit steroi .. The Magazine of Fantasy & ..
3.0
While the well intentioned Serenity likely wont achieve the revered status of Star Wars, at least its no Episode 1. Freeze Dried Movies
4.5
This is a good one, not the great one.Its a far cry from STAR WARS or EMPIRE STRIKES BACK or WRATH OF KHAN or ALIENS but hey so is everything else. Aint It Cool
5.0
You dont have to have seen the show to enjoy the film (although we do recommend you go out and buy the DVD set of Firefly because its bogglingly good) .. FilmFocus



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