Comments on: Pandorum (2009) Movie Review

By: Basement Cheetoh Eater

Basement Cheetoh Eater — Wed, 03 Mar 2010 13:47:23 +0000

Decent review but Pandorum is actually very straight forward about where the mutants came from…it’s hard to discusss without spilling a major spoiler but if you go back and listen to what everyone says in the final third (and Quaid’s story arc), the reason those things are on the ship is indeed given and is not subjective.

By: Tom, White Plains NY

Tom, White Plains NY — Thu, 11 Feb 2010 16:56:15 +0000

Have to agree, a unique movie that with elements that are rare to find in today’s day and age. We weren’t insulted with spoon fed answers and the ending was fantastic. I guess it is unappealing to people who prefer not to think, but for the people out there who appreciate the art of movie making this was a huge winner and in my opinion one of the best movies of the year.

By: Santa

Santa — Wed, 03 Feb 2010 16:34:32 +0000

Finally, words of sense !
This is The only review I have read so far, that describe film as a real master-pieces. Although, even this reviewer admits he couldn’t catch some parts, while all bad reviews are established on complete misinterpretation of what happened on board of Elysium or in film in general.
- Some guy from CinemaBlend.com said in his review:”Perhaps the alien element would have worked if it were more believable. It’s hard to take rabid creatures hunting humans aboard a spaceship as a realistic situation, but a clearer explanation of why they’re there might have been enough.”(?!! – I liked this review very much, poor guy “slept while we wept” – he,he,he);
- another said: “Pandorum is primarily claustrophobia and glow sticks…” (?!?);
- Time Out New York, Keith Uhlich said:”This is hackwork of the highest order, lacking in all poetry and barely comprehensible aurally or visually.”
- Austin Chronicle Marc Savlov said:”In all fairness, the sheer, overwhelming mediocrity of everything about Pandorum – Travis Milloy’s hackneyed, ultra-derivative script, Alvart’s plodding pacing and dull direction, even the eventual crimson tide of gore that duly arrives just in time to keep audience members over the age of 13 from dozing off – may well constitute a new breed of horror: In space, no one can hear you snore.”
- and my favorite – Entertainment Weekly Clark Collis said:”How brazenly can one film rip off Alien, I Am Legend, and, somewhat oddly, The Poseidon Adventure ?”;(huh, boy !!!)… and so on and so forth, these guys and girls are
the same one who would probably rip your skin off if you’d dare to say that “Avatar” is a kitschy, plagiary of the Pocahontas in space…

By: MK-ULTRA

MK-ULTRA — Sun, 24 Jan 2010 02:48:20 +0000

At the end of the movie with the escape pods, what about the people at the bottom of the ship. Since they launch in all directions.

By: rashid raja

rashid raja — Sun, 27 Dec 2009 01:27:09 +0000

great review, just saw this and loved every minute of it, still want to understand more about what happens before etc etc, theres still quite a few unanswered questions, so I shall be watching it again.. and I do hope theres a sequel or prequel.. for those that haven’t seen it, watch it an make your own minds up… :)

By: Afflicted

Afflicted — Thu, 10 Dec 2009 09:32:05 +0000

Kicked ass. They’ll be another.

By: Stuart B.

Stuart B. — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 21:04:46 +0000

Pandorum in my opinion is in instant sci fi classic and gripped my attention during the entire picture. With not only an outstanding visualization with the set and lighting but also with the completely demonic alien breed that had been created for the movie. The plot is almost flawless and I really couldn’t have asked for a better ending.
I would really like to see a pandorum 2 somehow.

By: David L.

David L. — Mon, 12 Oct 2009 18:42:09 +0000

Oh, and the music was awesome too. Added that murky dark tone.

By: David L.

David L. — Mon, 12 Oct 2009 18:40:13 +0000

This review brought a smile on my face. When I first saw the trailers, to be honest, I was a bit skeptical, but I loved the tone and storyline from them. Even then, I wanted to see the movie, but hesitated. Once I saw it, oh man, it was like a dream. Even leaving the theater I was in a dreamlike state because of the ending. Sci-fi should be more appreciated. I agree, the start, middle, and finish were purely excellent. The beginning is intense, and near the ending, when some things are explained, I did not expect it at all. The setting on the ship was absolutely beautiful, nothing I have seen before since 'Alien.' So when when people say this is a classic, I have to agree, because no movie has effected me this way since then. Please Christian Alvart, don't let negative reviews get you down, sequel or not, you have made a true piece of art on the psyche combined with sci-fi element. {But I am definitely looking forward to a sequel as other people are :}}.

By: Robin Singh

Robin Singh — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 20:50:30 +0000

Nice review man. I loved this movie a lot and was so disappointed to see the reviews in IMDB and Rottentomatoes. This is the type of movie which makes you feel the tension because of the story and not by cheap tricks like someone pops up out of no where with a loud scream ( hate those ). The acting and direction were simply amazing. Generally in si-fi the movie starts fine but ends badly but this movie had a great start – middle – finish. I will personally give this movie 9 out of 10 stars

By: rickyb

rickyb — Sun, 04 Oct 2009 06:40:15 +0000

I have to get on board with everyone else. I went to this because I basically had a Saturday afternoon to kill and was already tired of wannabe “Alien” ripoffs. (Alien is still my by far favorite of the genre).
When I emerged from the theatre the first thing i thought off was…”wait, did that movie have a great ending or am i imagining things”? The more I thought about it, the more I realized this is a pretty darned good movie. There are certain elements that i believe can be edited out and it wouldn't change anything and would actually tighten up things a bit. But overall I am very satisfied with the flick. I will be buying it on DVD and hope the director talks about the a (hopefully) sequel.

By: Zornik

Zornik — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 09:59:05 +0000

Thx for the personal opinions.I was planning on watching this movie anyway but now i know how to watch.

By: Steve

Steve — Mon, 28 Sep 2009 23:56:02 +0000

just saw it. Very good movie. I'm not into horror films, but I like sci-fi, so decided to go ahead. Glad I did. Someone who reviewed this said it was low-budget? I dont know what they are talking about, the exterior of the ship in a close-up was extremely detailed, and the interior scenes were very cool and very high-tech when they showed the control rooms, nuclear reactors, etc. really good movie, I enjoyed it!

By: SharpFilms

SharpFilms — Sun, 27 Sep 2009 08:38:49 +0000

Pandorum should have a prequel showing what Antje, her crew, Cung, and Eddie's characters went through to survive prior to Ben's character waking up. That would be awesome!!!

- Sharp

By: mike

mike — Sun, 27 Sep 2009 04:32:23 +0000

Wow, finally a fair review. I think given the bad reviews by critics and some moviegoers, I think they just don't get it. This is a solid sci-fi movie, and deserves more recognition. All sci-fi is derivative of prior films, but this one put it together well. Not only that, there is a lot of subtexts as well (I with there was a forum/message board to discuss this movie.) The acting is strong, the physics are honest, and it has the right atmosphere. The movie evolves as it goes along, and the ending was a surprise, and not a cheat. I agree you need to pay attention to everything, and piece it together.

I hope this movie gets some good word-of-mouth, like “Taken” did earlier this year. 13 weeks in the top 10, mainly through word of mouth.

By: bluedelbarrio

bluedelbarrio — Sun, 27 Sep 2009 02:23:04 +0000

This is the best review I have read on Pandorum. I wish all the people who do review this movie understand that you have to have a brain to understand the movie. I personally went in confused but was told to pay attention to every part of the movie or I would miss something and I am glad I did.
In Pandorum you have to watch every second, read everything, and pay attention to everyone they come across, even the dead people. They are all tied to the movie and it all comes together in the end. I am really looking forward to watching this movie a million times is how much I loved it. I also hope the person who wrote Pandorum writes a book to the movie because this is one that blew my mind. It kept me going even now and I am really greatful for the oportunity to have seen Pandorum. If you did not understand it the first time, you may want to see it a second time to fully understand this movie. It was great.