The Sorcerers Apprentice

  • 2010


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40 % Rotten
$ 0 Million
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Negative reviews 49
Average Rating 2.6/5
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3.0
A bunch of sturm und drang follows, all of it feeling strangely like 1985s Young Sherlock Holmes, another film about name checking familiar fictional .. Av Club
2.0
The Sorcerers Apprentice is too long, and its ersatz magic, but at least it casts an ersatz spell. EW
3.1
Merlin sealed them and their despicable minions in the deepest interior of a nested doll. Rogerebert
3.0
As the popcorn fare it is now, its loads of fun but it could have been genius. Common Sense Media
1.5
Not surprisingly (and please forgive me if this is a spoiler), Nygard finds no definitive conclusion. Austin Chronicle
2.0
But with Baruchels likeable lead turn hamstrung by a disastrous romantic subplot, some distinctly non special effects and a script loaded with blunt e .. Time Out
2.5
Baruchels Dave lives a fantasy life that one could probably only find in a corny kids flick.
1.9
The CGI upgrade, altough visually impressive, lacks the charm of the hand drawn original.
1.5
As Daves loopy teacher, Cage reins in much of his wide eyed excesses, but as with Baruchel hes trapped playing an archetype rather than a character. Screen Daily
1.5
Magic is the one thing in very short supply in this modern day sorcery tale.
2.0
Photo But while Mr. Molina and Mr. Cage supply a measure of well compensated eccentricity, their labors ultimately serve to emphasize the grinding med .. The New York Times
1.0
How is it possible that a film that spends so much time talking about magic can itself possess so little of it E Film Critic
2.0
Younger viewers will thrill to the fun bits. Grown ups will linger on all the ideas and scenes that play off as weaker versions of better stories. E Film Critic
3.8
Starring a mercurial Nicolas Cage and uber dork Jay Baruchel, its an OK, family oriented comedy action blockbuster with jokes and special effects trow .. San Francisco Chronicle
3.0
The fact that this clever and concise short has been appropriated for a bloated Hollywood blockbuster probably ought to be blasphemy, and in some ways .. Cinema Blend
3.0
That there are more misses than hits will matter only if youre above the legal age to drive. Ny Daily News
2.8
Fairly fun, and occasionally exciting, but so bombastic that youll feel more like youre being bombarded, than actually watching a film. JoBlo
2.5
With a predictable plot, by the numbers action movie jolts and no real sense of wonder, The Sorcerers Apprentice is really just a pumpkin. The Globe And Mail
2.5
It also serves to justify the films title.In its part and on the whole, the movie is more Cheez Whiz than wizardly. Philly
2.0
Other good ideas are underdeveloped.Dave is a budding physicist, and Apprentice posits that what the ancients understood as magic was really exercises .. Philly
2.0
The filmmakers have called up and pumped up an absolute orgy of special effects, but all theyve conjured is a horrid mess of a movie. One Guys Opinion
1.5
Cage will likely not earn a second Oscar here, but he and director Jon Turteltaub make leftovers into fine PG malarkey with their hokey navet and pran .. Village Voice
2.0
If you expect little from this summer blockbuster about a nerd saving the world from evil power grabbers, you wont be disappointed and might even be r .. Sover
2.5
But maybe its the predictability that gives something like The Sorcerers Apprentice its dubious charm. ReelViews
3.0
Once the filmmakers have dispensed with a grueling expository preface set in Arthurian England, this shameless Harry Potter knockoff is a pretty tasty .. Chicago Reader
2.5
The end result is a watchable endeavor that does seem to have been designed to appeal primarily to small children, with the engaging performances gene .. Reel Film Reviews
3.0
It shows a fair amount of visual imagination, a brisk pace, solid acting, and lots of action, but is lacking in imagination when it comes to story and .. Lariat
3.0
Most of the magic related stuff is imaginative and clever in the best old fashioned Disney way, and the special effects are seamless. Eric Ds Nider
4.0
As expected, the CGI effects are over the top (and theres always a so what quality to such exciting scenes), but the movie is light handed and exhilar .. News Review
3.0
A barrage of spectacular special effects in search of an appealing story. Radio Times
3.5
At least those flicks tried albeit not particularly successful in the eyes of yours truly to mix action, adventure and history into a fun ride of esca .. Screen It
3.0
Including a trap door left open for a sequel if undemanding audiences lap this up. Shadows On The Wall
1.5
The latest installment in Soul Jazz Records Boombox series, tracing the evolution of recorded rap in the late 70s and early 80s, provides us with the .. Pop Matters
3.0
However, both Monica Bellucci (as Blakes imprisoned lover) and Alice Krige are woefully under used and the film rushes its supposedly romantic moments .. View London
2.0
But do we really need to watch them play out this exhaustingly empty scenario.And do we really need another franchise from Jerry Bruckheimer Cs Monitor
1.3
The title character in The Sorcerers Apprentice is played by Jay Baruchel, and here things begin to go seriously astray.They dont ever stop. New York Post
2.5
But the movie also lacks the charm, wit and visual beauty of the animated Apprentice. Film Journal International ..
3.8
And, when judged on its own merits, this action fantasy is actually one of the more fun movies to come along this summer.It has a good combination of .. Deseret News (Salt Lake Ci ..
2.5
Funny, that despite non stop special effects, sorcery and such, The Sorcerers Apprentice cant quite overcome the key ingredient it lacks: magic. Az Central
2.5
This is romantic comic ground better left to CBSs The Big Bang Theory. Boston
2.5
IN DISNEYS new movie, Nicolas Cage plays a character who hasnt had a good nights sleep in more than 1200 years, and you may not be surprised to hear t .. Smh
1.5
(How ironic is it that Disneys Pirates of the Caribbean took a theme park ride and made it sing out loud with charming goofiness and sneakily hum with ..
0.5
o and behold and WTF, heres adorkable Jay Baruchel... getting molested by dancing mops as... the literal replication of a 70 year old cartoon... force ..
2.5
But sadly, the real commodity missing from this sorcerers tale is a sense of magic. Toronto Star
3.0
With many cooks in the writing, this CGI adventure is structurally disjointed and dramatically uninvolving, and the chemistry between reliable star Ca .. Emanuellevy
3.0
And they all ham it up.Ill admit theres something appealing about Cage when he gets to be cheesy in a movie where the cheesiness fits, and Molina, a s .. Reel Talk Reviews
3.0
The movie lacks charm and magic and it turns on its head the moral lesson at the core of Goethes poem: that powerful magic and force are not to be tak .. Daily Mail
3.0
If they had just let a little more anarchy in, this could really have been a piece of cinematic magic.. still, its enjoyable, doesnt outstay its welco .. Eye For Film
2.5
This silly premise is the basis for a story that builds a would be epic house of cards, using big music and big stunts but little ideas.Derivative (bo ..
2.5
Whatever excitement exists is generated by inventive stunts, visual special effects and splashy cinematography. Susang Ranger
2.0
Itll mostly make you wonder how brutally the people at Disney are kicking themselves for not watching that old Mickey Mouse meets dancing mops segment .. Movies
2.5
A time spanning epic about a kid with superpowers who must overcome bad wizards from ancient times and all places, Jerry Bruckheimers production of Th .. Time
2.0
In contrast to some of his recent outings, Cage, who strides manfully through the film in a floor length cowhide coat and who looks like the victim of .. Boston Herald
3.1
The CGI is relentless and what you might call reverse magical: The more were hit with stuff, the less wondrous it becomes. Chicago Tribune
3.0
Its this childlike creativity that prevents The Sorcerers Apprentice from existing as just another generic Bruckheimer blockbuster, because while the .. Bullz-Eye
2.0
The ending leaves just enough room open for a sequel, another empty time waster for summer a year or two hence. Las Vegas Weekly
2.0
The Sorcerers Apprentice is far less fun and far more forgettable its formula followed so perfunctorily that it ultimately comes off as an elaborate e .. Hollywood
3.0
Compiled with more than 40 hours of interviews with Coach Wooden, learn about the man behind the coach. Tony Medley
2.5
A movie I was very surprised to be enjoying suddenly became tiresome, and by the time the special effects filled climax occurred I just about turned o .. Movie Freak
2.5
It also looks quite nice with some well designed adventure moments and clean camera work thats flashy but usually elegant. But thats a few islands of ..
2.5
That leaves the glossy action, which can superficially dazzle but never quite thrill due to the clunky characters and rushed plotting. Groucho Reviews
3.5
It does feature people waving their arms around while CGI happens. So its got that going for it. Which is nice. Hit Fix
2.0
Probably would have saved us all a lot of trouble if someone had have pointed the way to Hogwarts. Herald Sun
2.5
The sword and sorcery shenanigans are far too silly to intrigue anyone beyond fifth grade. Nj
3.0
While it seems to be aiming for the Harry Potter crowd, The Sorcerers Apprentice hits a little younger.The Harry Potter films have an extremely wide d .. 7M Pictures
1.3
Look, the real wonder of WW84 is that this maybe isnt the worst thing about it. Film Freak Central
3.0
I suppose I could call out Sorcerers Apprentice for all sorts of modest dramatic misdeeds.The ability to conjure anything goes magic spells at any tim .. Oregon Live
3.0
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1.5
While containing a handful of impressive action sequences, this film is let down by a contrived premise and by the numbers script. Film Ink
2.5
The plot verges on incoherence, but The Sorcerers Apprentice is entertaining enough if you can forgive the presence of Cage, whose brand of glum camp .. The Age
3.0
what ought to be the baseline for summer movies: fast, funny, entertaining, perfect for beating the heat. Maki At The Movies
3.0
Her role isnt necessary, but it gives Cage and Baruchel plenty of opportunities for comedy.
3.5
The magic I need is a sign from Merlin advising me on a rating for this action/love story/coming of age/effects laden thriller.Where the problem lies .. Varia Gate
2.0
ireballs and lightning bolts that wouldnt be out of place in an old Ghostbusters flick. Theres even a bit of nostalgic charm in that. Then Turteltaub .. Tamp A Bay
2.5
I must say that the development of CGI special effects has contributed to the death of character and story. And thats true in this case. Abc
3.0
Those hoping to see Cage go bat s**t crazy in a summer blockbuster may leave slightly disappointed. Digital Spy
3.0
This slice of science and sorcery feels like a throwback to the 1980s heyday of family films. Flicks
3.8
As you know, I have the coolest job in the world.But its demanding. Stl Today
1.9
Clanky, overblown and impersonal, a metallic bombardment of empty CGI pizazz and very little heart. For a film all about magic, its amazing how indiff .. Dustin Put Man
4.5
Like being ordered to have long hair and smile on stage, but wondering how to smile with a trombone in your mouth.Or repeatedly told youre not good en .. News Blaze
2.5
Sorcerer doesnt have half the laughs of that film and has visual effects that are garish without being thrilling. Hollywood And Fine
2.0
Anthony fumed: If it is boy, they could have a crewcut and it still be relatively ok but when it is a young 11 year old girl it can be very traumatic. .. The Sun
2.0
The magic itself fills the screen admirably even if it lacks originality. Killer Movie Reviews
2.5
The skills of Master Nicolas Cage are strong, but they cannot save The Sorcerers Apprentice. Matts Movie Reviews
2.0
The performance lacks a fine edge of amazement, trying much too hard to sell awe instead of embracing it. Brian Or Ndorf
2.0
There is exactly one element of the film thats of any use whatsoever: Nicolas Cage is absolutely on fire, bringing 1000% to a role that does not requi .. Antagony & Ecstasy
3.1
While The Sorcerers Apprentice isnt nearly as enchanted as Enchanted or quite the treasure of National Treasure, it features yet another memorable Nic ..
2.1
At a running time of 1 hour and 51 minutes, The Sorcerers Apprentice is a brain dead blockbuster high on action sequences, CGI and silliness, but low .. Nyc Movie Guru
3.1
And as it turns out, the film has potential to prove Disney right again. Js Online
2.5
If the good guy is completely distracted, why doesnt the bad guy pounce.This happens often and repeatedly enough to make the running time seem far lon .. Movie Crypt
3.1
As is, The Sorcerers Apprentice feels desperately generic, a CGI overload lacking any sense of style, edge, intensity, excitement or wonder. Montreal Film Journal
2.0
The studio would argue the movie was aimed at family audiences but Id suggest it lacks the wit, sophistication and sensibility to appeal to most adult .. Sbs
3.0
Its a whole load of silly but theres enough fun to make this a decent slice of forgettable escapism. Metro
1.5
As a contemporary fantasy, it is more holiday filler than summer magic, but the cast does its best to bring all the clichs to life. Film 4
2.0
Its an amiable enough film that is a rather disposable piece of entertainment. Bowling Green Daily News
2.0
Despite that, its still great fun.The cast gel together, the writing is snappy, if so overly emulated in modern shows that it feels almost tacky, unti .. Scifi Now
3.0
The screenplay, much abused for its multiple writers, is peppered with laugh out loud humor and eccentric charm. Decent Films
2.5
Even the homage to the animated short that serves as the movies namesake, in which Dave must clean up the lab before his study date, is dreary. Scifi Movie Page
2.5
As forgettable as the whole thing is, the cast make it worthwhile. Streaming Quickflix
3.1
Its strange to have a film have so much magic within and yet ultimately not have enough of the right kind of magic to make it work.
4.5
Turtletaub has already proven he can avoid logic spectacularly well in the National Treasure films and he does it again here as well. It isnt a bad th ..
3.5
The Sorcerers Apprentice is a great family film that packs PG 13 excitement into a PG rated film. Movie Metropolis
4.0
Like all great kid flicks, though, its too good too fast and too funny to be confined within the family film ghetto. M Tv
4.0
With a wave of the hand, characters conjure stuff out of thin air, move objects and sizzle with lightning. You know, normal movie magic stuff. Tri City Herald
3.1
The cast stopped by Us Weeklys suite while promoting the sixth film of the franchise at San Diego Comic Con, and revealed who they would want with the .. Us Magazine
3.5
Theres no time to stop and enjoy it, but the actors keep up with all the story and action. Can Mag
1.9
Get the mops and sponges to do the work, just like Mickey Mouse in Fantasia.On the whole, though, this is a tedious exercise, a movie that doesnt give .. Orlando Sentinel
3.0
A big gob of mythical makeover and special effects freewheeling fun. Detroit News
2.5
It offers spectacle and set pieces, a premise and some punchlines, but nothing close to a fully formed story or an original idea. Movies Ign
3.0
callback to the animated short...youre working on plasma balls and fire and stuff and suddenly its Substitutiary Locomotion. And it doesnt work. Need Coffee
3.0
nearly redeems the thing ... The surprise of The Sorcerers Apprentice is that its less satisfying as an adventure than as endearing nerd romance. Metromix.com
2.0
The Sorcerers Apprentice is more frustrating than it is bad theres a lot of potential here, and if the writing had been more inspired, this could have .. Week In Rewind
3.0
But I think the Spider Man mythology transcends not only generations but directors as well. Eclipse Magazine
2.5
The Sorcerers Apprentice is not really about storytelling as much as it is about marketing. Its not about what happens next as it is how much stuff ca .. Cinematical
2.5
The movie proceeds exactly as youd expect, only longer and with much less insanity than youd expect from Cage. MSN Movies
3.0
Despite a few fits and starts in its pacing and dragging too long in its last act, The Sorcerers Apprentice is amusing and clever and generally a good .. The Diva Review
4.5
The idea floating behind The Sorcerers Apprentice, and its a marvelous one, is that in the city, magic is both everywhere you look and everywhere you .. Movie Line
2.0
Its not good though, but its still slightly fun, thanks to a pleasant cast and some great effects sequences.Also its ideas and mythology are neat. Standard Net Au
3.0
Banter with Cage is peppered with both one liners and cliches, and the romance with Becky is lukewarm. Liver Pool Echo
3.0
Whereas 3D is often a weak excuse to jack up ticket prices, Despicable Me has clearly been made to exploit what the format can do.If the extra bucks s .. Kc Active
3.0
The Sorcerers Apprentice is what you get when Jerry Bruckheimer produces Harry Potter. The Mercury
3.1
Obvious, oblivious to logic and overblown, but it also reminds us that escapist nonsense can be fun... Gomemphis
2.0
Whether intentional or not, The Sorcerers Apprentice plays like Disneys stalled attempt to launch a stripped down Harry Potter like franchise. Reel Times: Reflections on ..
3.5
Overall, I sum The Sorcerers Apprentice up by saying: Its summer, its popcorn, its a little wicked and a lot of fun. = = = Horror
3.5
Its not that The Sorcerers Apprentice is a particularly great film. But it is a surprisingly satisfying one. An epic comedy adventure, it is humorous .. Brandon Fibbs
3.5
Obviously, the film doesnt hold a candle to most of the movies in the Harry Potter franchise, but its narrative, rooted deep in entertaining B movie c .. Blu Ray Ign
3.0
A perfectly decent family romp boosted by the occasional flash of something braver and better. News Of The World
3.0
Though formulaic and aimed squarely at the twelve year old set, it manages to put together a decently entertaining two hours, thanks in large part to .. Mania.com
2.0
The Sorcerers Apprentice is the product of a bad script, lifeless acting and predictable action. Jay Baruchel has already played this character two ti ..
1.5
But The Sorcerers Apprentice was too dumb to really be enjoyable. Cines Nark
3.0
That said, its definitely a more cynical exercise than it likes to let on. Ultra Culture
1.5
This sorcerers biggest trick will be making the audience disappear.
3.1
The Sorcerers Apprentice conjures plenty of FX but too little magic. Washington Times
1.9
We witness a dumbing down of The Sorcerers Apprentice as director Turteltaub and team seem to be fulfilling some quota of silliness
3.0
The Sorcerers Apprentice is visually sustaining and surprisingly entertaining. Movies About
3.0
The old Cage would have drawn magic from the page todays Cage doesnt seem to care, doing rote quirky intensity and his once delightful trademark oddne .. NME
1.5
A film obsessed with the idea of magic that doesnt bother to stop and create any of its own. Movie Retriever
3.5
The follow up to Nolans dazzling 2008 summer hit The Dark Knight, this epic action blockbuster would seem to have everything going for it. Windy City Media Group
3.0
If youre a kid whose summer holidays are starting to drag, this should kill a couple of hours. Just do your folks a favour and dont make them come alo .. Daily Mirror (UK)
4.0
This seventh teaming between Bruckheimer and Cage is as close to cine magic as theyve come. A Merlin tip of the wizard cone hat to one of the most bew ..
2.5
Is any of it memorable Hardly. I remember the contours of my theater seat better than I recall the particulars of this cinematic sleight of hand.
2.0
A formulaic, coincidental, not at all hilarious schlock fest that cant even be saved by some obviously spendy special effects. Id say skip this one, u ..
3.5
No, but its a fairly fun time for families, and Hollywood can and continually does build franchises out of far worse concoctions than this. Contra Costa Times
0.5
Cage gets paid and kisses Monica Bellucci. I burned off 2 hours in Hell. This movie is not for kids, its for toddlers.
2.0
Nick Cage and Jay Baruchel do their best to deliver more than perfunctory Disney live action fare, but ultimately nothing can rise above this ill conc .. Edge Onth
3.0
In spite of Nic Cages Hobo with a leather fetish chic there are some inventive effects sequences. Feels likes like a watchable but unremarkable patchw ..
2.0
A pinch of movie magic makes this fantasy action movie a summer movie popcorn pleasure for kids and their families.



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