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The Book of Eli

67 Ratings: 3.2
A 2010 American film starring Denzel Washington and Gary Oldman.

The Book of Eli is a 2010 American film starring Denzel Washington and Gary Oldman.  It was directed by Albert and Allen Hughes and written by Gary Whitta.  The film was released on January 15th 2010.      Based in post-apocalyptic … see full wiki

Genre: Action, Adventure
Release Date: January 15, 2010
MPAA Rating: R
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review by . January 16, 2010
posted in Movie Hype
3 ½ + Stars:
At first impression from its trailer, the Hughes Brothers’ (From Hell) post-apocalyptic action drama “The Book of Eli” appears to be a film that borrows heavily from other movies such as “Water World” and “Mad Max”. Such movies have their plots revolving around survival and/or the search for a natural resource. This film does have the post apocalyptic theme going for it, but the ’resource’ that humankind is searching for isn’t oil, water …
review by . November 10, 2010
The Book of Eli was a highly anticipated film for me and although some of my friends had their issues I loved it. This isn't a perfect movie but it was a damn good one. Anywho, here goes the synopsis, In 2042, thirty years after an apocalyptic event, Eli (Denzel Washington) travels on foot toward the west coast of the United States. He keeps very little on him, somehow he has a working ipod, sunglasses, and a heavy arsenal that makes him one the deadliest men still alive.      …
review by . December 09, 2010
posted in Movie Hype
**1/2 out of ****      Out of all those apocalyptic action films of the new generation, "The Book of Eli" is one of the better, yet imperfect ones. I can't guarantee that many will be able to forgive its visual bleakness and pretentious story-telling, but there's something about this film that makes it fun. Sure, it's a flawed apocalyptic tale without depth and devoid of power. But it's also fun, especially when there are action sequences. These little …
review by . May 28, 2011
posted in Movie Hype
Don't let the first 30 minutes or so of The Book of Eli fool you - it comes off as a bleak and moody mix of other post-apocalyptic stories like Mad Max and The Road, but by the time the credits roll you'll see the heart that beats beneath this cracked skin.      There's a lot of story to uncover in The Book of Eli, more than I initially expected, and the themes and ideas expressed here surprised me. In a very good way.      Denzel Washington pulls …
review by . January 18, 2010
Kicking Butt After the Age of 50
A quick visit to Wikipedia and I discover that Mr. Gary Oldman is starting to live up to his namesake. No offense, of course, to those over the nice round age of 50. In fact, take it as a compliment. It means that at the age of 51 you can still intimidate the heck out of us younger-folk. That is, if you are anything like Gary Oldman. Even past his 50s he remains one of the most unnerving personas to hit the screen. And boy does he rattle the nerves in The Book of Eli.      Another …
review by . January 26, 2011
Pros: Washington & Oldman     Cons: none for me     The Bottom Line:   "Not At This Time In My Life  How Can I Hear Your Call In This Windy Night"  ~Houston Calls       It has been a while since the Hughes brothers, Albert & Allen, have offered us a project, but joining with writer Gary Whitta, they have given us The Book of Eli.  It is rated R for language and violence and has been nominated, …
review by . January 30, 2010
posted in Movie Hype
All of a sudden I was blinded by a flash, devil of a man with a gun
Years ago, the educated in the church were the only ones who could read scripture and keep themselves in power and the world stupid.  The ones in power who are lacking benevolance are in danger of ignoring Santiago's most famous maxim, the one about those who forget the past are doomed to repeat it.  So sets into motion The Book Of Eli, a fantastic post apocolyptic western movie where a lone traveller heads west on a quest of faith with an important piece of cargo to take home.   …
review by . February 27, 2011
posted in SF Signal
      Real short:  watch it if you get a chance. Slightly longer: The Story of the Christ meets Mad Max The Road Warrior. And just a bit longer: Fans of post apocalyptic scenery will love the devastation. Fans who have been clamoring for post apocalyptic tales with more of a Christian message will enjoy the message. Fight scenes - pretty darned good.  Acting - pretty darned good.  Cinematography and musical score - pretty darned good (I'm a pushover …
review by . February 23, 2010
posted in Movie Hype
After the apocalypse, what will we read?
In these post-Kindle days, just after the introduction of the iPad, we fans of old-fashioned books often wonder about the eventual fate of our leather-bound trophies.    In Eli's world, I'm glad to report that books have survived the apocalypse, although they are rare. iPods are not nearly as popular, as electricity is at a premium, and one can pretty much assume Amazon and iTunes went "kaboom" in the big flash. However, the central book here is the one blamed for the big bang …
Quick Tip by . December 09, 2010
posted in Movie Hype
Good grief, this was dull. I enjoy a well-done post-apocalyptic film and that sub-genre has a long and interesting history. However, this film adds nothing to it and its insufferable and hypocritical message was annoying as could be. The strange twist near the end also made the film completely unbelievable as well as meandering. The only positive things I can say about it is that the camera work is quite good and Denzel Washington delivers an okay performance.
review by . September 28, 2010
posted in Movie Hype
One of Denzels coolest flicks yet.
Just when you thought you've seen it all (post-apocalyptic movies) comes The Book of Eli. This movie takes place a few years after a war destroys most of America. The main Character Eli is in the possession of what seems to be the last bible on earth. There is something about this movie, it just pulls you in and your instantly hooked. Denzels acting was phenominal and after all these years he's still got it. The story seemed odd but it was enough to keep you intrested. I loved the twist …
Quick Tip by . September 25, 2010
Wanderer after the apocalypse travels across the US with an important parcel to take to the west. Great action movie.
review by . January 12, 2010
posted in Movie Trailers
A Synopsis based solely on the trailer:      Denzel Washington (Eli) plays a guy that is a cross between Mad Max and Milla Jovovich in Resident Evil.  Eli has a chip on his shoulder.  I’m not surprised.  He has been wondering the earth since its destruction 30 years ago.  Wandering by yourself would give you psychological problems.   One of Eli’s biggest psychology problems is that he doesn’t like to be touched.  If you touch …
Quick Tip by . June 23, 2010
A great movie with a bit of a surprisng wtist in the end.
review by . January 31, 2010
posted in Movie Hype
Pros: Acting by Mr. Washington...premise is worth exploring     Cons: Glaring plot holes     The Bottom Line: I will recommend The Book of Eli, but just so.     The Book of Eli (2010)   Directed by: The Hughes Brothers   Screenplay: Gary Whitta   Principles: Denzel Washington, Gary Oldman, Jennifer Beals, Ray Stevenson, Mila Kunis    Running Time: 117 minutes  Genre: Drama  MPAA …
Quick Tip by . June 16, 2010
posted in Movie Hype
First half was good - compelling, with strong cinematography and a couple really cool fight scenes... then it went totally down hill. Pretty much from the time that actress from That 70's Show came on screen and slaughtered her role. It became predictable, boring, and full of bad acting and trite delivery of poor dialogue. Bummer. I've also decided that post-apocalypse themes are just too depressing, as half of these scenarios seem all too plausible with all the craziness in today's …
Quick Tip by . May 21, 2010
good book good movie
review by . January 18, 2010
The world following the apocalypse has become a nearly barren desert, populated by loosely knit groups of humans who cling to survival with dirty talons, and make little effort to cling to civilization. Many drive modified motorcycles. Into this desolation wanders a lonely figure, reluctantly on a journey that urges him to disassociate from humanity in favor of headlong movement across the landscape. He is also a ferocious fighter when he needs to be, and under the hard exterior is capable of feeling …
review by . January 17, 2010
Pros: Great Cast and Story.     Cons: Some may find message to heavy.     The Bottom Line: A solid and entertaining film with a good message.     In a post apocalyptic future, a loan man travels the desolate roads on a solitary quest. The man known only as Eli (Denzel Washington), has been travelling west for decades on a mission of faith after receiving what he believes to be a mission of divine origin.     The solitary …
review by . January 15, 2010
posted in Movie Hype
One does not usually begin a movie review by talking about the ending, but in the case of "The Book of Eli," there's really no other way to go about it. Something, and I'm trying to be careful here, is revealed, something that's implausible but also undeniably clever. After the revelation, we discover what has been driving the main character to do what he does, and that's when it all come crashing down - this movie goes a long way for very little. How could the Hughes Brothers have let their film …
Quick Tip by . January 30, 2010
A lone traveller keeps a valuable artifact out of evil's hands in post apacolyptic America. Keeps it's messages sublte and sweet. Awesome.
Quick Tip by . January 18, 2010
You got to have faith when there's no love. An apocalyptic future; one man has the key - and others want badly enough to kill. Great film.
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