The Island

 (2005)

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User Reviews

To long!!!!1
Jun 24, 2008
hrosa2 - yahoo.com
Don... Full review
Disappointing
May 24, 2008
pjhack - yahoo.com
I had high expectation for this film - good actors, good story, exciting action. Well - the acting wasn't so good (McGreggor's goofy smile annoys me), the story was interesting, but the action was slow going until the end. Still, it... Full review
Great Story, Acting, & Effects = Great Movie!!
May 24, 2008
guyhoff - yahoo.com
Besides Batman, this is probably the smartest, most entertaining movie in a long while. McGregor and Johansson have awesome on-screen chemistry and both do a superb job in their roles. The story line is unique and smart, and the special effects... Full review
BEAUTIFUL SCARLETT JOHANSSON
May 24, 2008
usfaction - yahoo.com
I saw this movie two weeks ago at a sneak preview and I thought it was great. It was definitely very entertaining both acting and action wise. The story rolled along at a steady pace although I must say that I... Full review
Better than expected, Sci-Fi entertainment
May 24, 2008
chitown_critic - yahoo.com
Visually pleasing on the big screen. Great entertainment, why we go to the show. We are not the artsy type, we go for the fun of it. If you liked I-Robot, paycheck, Borne you'll probably like this. Looking forward to the... Full review
As bad as big fish
May 24, 2008
terindaschroeder - yahoo.com
What is with Mcgregor? I have not rated a movie with that star that is above a D. The Island did not suprise me.... Full review
it was great
Jul 08, 2007
allstarpopstar4 - yahoo.com
I thought this movie was touching and made me question the future of our society and our morals. Although, I did find the "sample society" they created unrealistic. The fact that cammeras werent located all over the building stood out as... Full review
You have been Chosen
May 29, 2007
shadow_jedi1 - yahoo.com
The island, a mix of sci-fi and pure action is among a crop of films that show a surprising amount of humor within the action. Like Mr. & Mrs. Smith and Batman Begins, this is a great summer film. Ewan McGregor... Full review
Unique Idea!
Apr 28, 2007
family5emyjet - yahoo.com
I think this movie has a great idea in every aspects.This movie drew clone which is realistic subject.Of course,Ewan Mcgregor and Scarlett Johansson have a great skill for acting.That is to say On the whole I enjoyed this movie,except visual effects.I... Full review
amazing!!!!!
Mar 17, 2007
cheetahzn - yahoo.com
i rented this movie and it was the best movie i have ever seen. it had a lot of twists and plots. A+.... Full review

Critics Reviews

| Jan 29, 2009
Urban Cinefile
Apart from a few repetitive action sequences, The Island is edgy, exciting and exhilarating. A stunning futuristic thriller about cloning and immortality, The Island combines spectacle with controversy. ... Full Review
| Sep 28, 2008
Urban Cinefile
Apart from a few repetitive action sequences, The Island is edgy, exciting and exhilarating. Review by Louise Keller: A stunning futuristic thriller about cloning and immortality, The Island combines spectacle with controversy. ... Full Review
| Sep 01, 2008
Urban Cinefile
Apart from a few repetitive action sequences, The Island is edgy, exciting and exhilarating. Thrilling and almost overwhelmingly packed with action, The Island meets all the demands placed on it. ... Full Review
| Jun 01, 2008
FilmInk
it ought to, because The Island is better off dead.....To discuss the shortcomings of The Island in any detail, a few plot points unfortunately have to be disclosed.....Any writer who puzzles over the individual elements of a film for too long -....the bogus memories the clones have been imprinted with is a closely guarded secret or just the kick-off point for perfunctory action set pieces..... ... Full Review
| Nov 06, 2006
eFilmCritic.com
Whats most striking about The Island is how lacking the film is in creativity. If youve seen these films, even the ones that arent classics, youve seen a better version of The Island. Visually, Bay can come up with some impressive shots. ... Full Review

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