I have waited for a VERY long time for this to become a film, and I can't say I'm entirely disappointed. See, the series's plot was more or less messy, but the characters were stellar. They were invaluable and became a part of my heart, and to be honest with you, still very much are. That's why I liked this movie. They did a good job with the characters. They look mostly accurate, but, most importantly, they act accurately as well. Seeing Iggy on screen is something my middle school self would've sold her soul to see.
This film followed the book so closely that it actually gave me flashbacks to the book. I haven't read it in years, so when several things happened I'd actually gasp and say, "I remember this!" And a lot of times it was close to how I have imagined it initially as well. They did a good job in terms of that. However, yes, I was disappointed in the fact that it only covered the first half of the book, and the less action packed half, too. Max Ride was famous for its heart-racing fight scenes, and there just wasn't any of that here.
I've heard some complaints about the CGI, and I think that was my biggest issue with the film as well. The wings looked a little too surreal, sleek and texture-less. Also, flying straight up isn't something birds can do.
I liked the idea of the wings hidden as they were. I always struggled to imagine that with the books.
Overall, this film was NOT AWFUL. Actually, I think it was pretty good. Kudos to the actors. They did wonderfully. I hope we get more films, and perhaps a bigger budget next time. More action, and more inclusion of the other characters. A big mistake Patterson made was disregarding Nudge, Iggy, and the Gasman. Don't make that mistake. Thank you for bringing some old friends to life.
This film followed the book so closely that it actually gave me flashbacks to the book. I haven't read it in years, so when several things happened I'd actually gasp and say, "I remember this!" And a lot of times it was close to how I have imagined it initially as well. They did a good job in terms of that. However, yes, I was disappointed in the fact that it only covered the first half of the book, and the less action packed half, too. Max Ride was famous for its heart-racing fight scenes, and there just wasn't any of that here.
I've heard some complaints about the CGI, and I think that was my biggest issue with the film as well. The wings looked a little too surreal, sleek and texture-less. Also, flying straight up isn't something birds can do.
I liked the idea of the wings hidden as they were. I always struggled to imagine that with the books.
Overall, this film was NOT AWFUL. Actually, I think it was pretty good. Kudos to the actors. They did wonderfully. I hope we get more films, and perhaps a bigger budget next time. More action, and more inclusion of the other characters. A big mistake Patterson made was disregarding Nudge, Iggy, and the Gasman. Don't make that mistake. Thank you for bringing some old friends to life.