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This is a good movie, darn it!


I went and saw the new Firestarter movie today. This movie got some pretty bad reviews and low ratings, but I liked it. Although not as good as the original, this is still a worthwhile film with some cool moments and decent performances. My rating is a 7/10.

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Agreed. Not as good as the original, and a bit more of a TV movie feel. However, I quite like the change to the ending with Rainbird.
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It was quite mediocre. I'll say that it had the POTENTIAL to be a good movie, but unfortunately that potential was squandered. The film feels very cheap and like it was made for television. Just a cash-grab to cash in on King's name.

The most unfortunate thing is that the story COULD be turned into a good movie, but so far in two attempts this still has not yet happened.

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It was pretty good, but the last 20 minutes or so was somewhat "meh".

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I enjoyed it. A solid 6 out of 10. I thought the girl was good, also Zac. Not sure if I'd watch this again though, but every movie can't be rewatchable now can it.

I can't really remember much about the original flick, but I remember feeling pretty similar afterwards. I know I enjoyed the book. Remember reading it knowing it would make a great movie, I was wrong, two slightly mediocre movies will have to do.

If someone asked me if they should watch this, I'd say yes.

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Meh, I'll say it wasn't horrible, but it wasn't very memorable either.

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