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If you enjoy the Watchmen comic you’ll enjoy this movie it’s literally a page for page adaptation of the comic definitely one of my favorites it comes with 3 disc. The Ulimate Cut is on the 4K the directors cut and special features are on separate Blu-Ray Disc it doesnt come with a digital version which is unfortunate even though on the box it says it does maybe i just grabbed a box that didnt have it lol. The Ultimate Cut is 215 mins long and the Directors cut is 186 mins

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Must have for fans of the movie

on February 5, 2019

Posted by: Kotor

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As you can tell from the other reviews, this movie provokes an intense reaction in people. It is the type of movie that you either love or hate. There is no middle ground. But what I can say with certainty is that if you are a fan of the movie this is the version to get.

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There is extra never before seen footage that Watchmen fans will appreciate.

The audio and video quality is the absolute best this movie has ever looked.

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Polarizing Release of a Polarizing Film

on September 23, 2016

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Watchmen was quite the polarizing film when it came out - fans of the comic either finding it too close or too far away from the source material. It is a little slow (even more so in the extended editions) but it certainly drops you into that world.

This release includes a regular blu-ray of the directors cut, and then the UHD is the even longer ultimate cut. The UHD is a 2K uprez (do to the film being edited and mastered at 2K, despite the film sources). Between the 2K uprez and the rather strange HDR grading, as well as the fact that you're not getting an Atmos upgrade like the Man of Steel UHD, it's kind of a hit or miss release. Super fans, pick it up, regular fans are probably okay to stick with the already great looking and sounding blu disc.

Of Note: while the box lists DTS Master Audio (and the regular bluray is that), the UHD is a Dolby True HD track. No real big deal as both are lossless codecs once bit streamed out, but just letting people know.

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One of the best comic adaptations of all time!

on July 19, 2009

Posted by: RyGuy76

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Don't listen to the people who say the violence is over the top, or the "intercourse is ridiculous." This graphic novel is so loaded with nudity and violence (in a good way) that the movie would have to include it to be faithful! I love the gritty look that Snyder gave it. It reminds me of the amazing art from the book. Sure, there are some minor adjustments to plot and the ending is slightly different (better if you ask me). But, film and print are 2 totally different media types! Why do fans always have to complain that the movie was a little different? Who cares? Your comic books are being brought to life. Isn't that what we all wished for when we were kids? I am willing to let a few changes go (just a few) if that means I can see my childhood heroes in motion on screen. I am also really glad Zack got to put 24 minutes back into the film for the video release. There is so much going on in the book that you would have to make a 6 hour mini series to even touch it, but a 3-hr movie is great, especially after seeing the theatrical version this spring. I just wish the Blu-ray had all the webisodes of the making of the film as extras. Don't forget to pick up the companion disc of the Black Freighter. It's really well done and the main character is perfectly voiced by Gerard Butler. Watchmen Rules!!!

What's great about it: Awesome story and dedication to the original!

What's not so great: LIstening to people complain about every film version of a comic.

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The most accurate graphic novel adaption ever

on July 21, 2009

Posted by: Chris2029

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Not counting Batman(1989), Batman Begins, and The Dark Knight, I have never seen this epic of a movie based on a graphic novel. The cast of characters for the most part look like they were torn from the pages of the graphic novel. For those not familiar with it: Watchmen follows viglante Rorschach on his quest for justice (vengeance?) after the death of a former superhero in a alternate 1985 where superheros have been outlawed. Rorschach begins to uncover a plot that jepordizes millions, at least. And Jackie Earle Haley is impressive as Rorschach, he almost looks exactly like him. Watchmen: The Director's Cut features 24 extra minutes of footage (a 3 hour and 30 min. version with Tales of the Black Freighter spliced in will be released during the holiday season), video journals, commentary, and a music video, if you get the basic Director's Cut. You can find most if not all versions of Watchmen at best buy (plus two special editions, one case looking like Rorschach and the other is one of the godlike Dr. Manhattan, which are BestBuy exclusive). Watchmen must be seen to be believed, it is a thrill ride that will keep you guessing and on the edge of your seat until the very end.

What's great about it: Price, 'moving' front case, a very good movie, the casting

What's not so great: Extras are going towards the Blu-Ray editions

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Good DC movie

on July 30, 2009

Posted by: Barback

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Zack Snyder did a really good job of developing the characters through the use of flashbacks. For a 3 hour movie it sure didn't seem that long. There was not one actor that I didn't believe to had done a great job playing their part especially Roschach. Roschach (the guy wearing the ink blot mask) was by far my favorite. He had no weapons other than a grapple gun, if you consider that a weapon, and he really used his knowledge and anger to punish those who prey on the innocent. My favorite line is not the one that was in all the previews but when he is in prison and he says to the prisoners, "You just don't get it, I'm not locked in here with you, you are locked in here with ME!" There is alot of bone breaking action, suspense, and they throw in a few laughs as well. I conclude by saying this should more than likely be in every blu-ray collection unless you hate superhero movies.

What's great about it: Roschach, charcters, acting, more than enough extras, suspense, great action,...

What's not so great: nothing really

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Freaking Awesome movie!

on February 16, 2010

Posted by: Jlewis90

from Akron,OH

Well I watched this knowing nothing about Watchmen and I immediately loved the story. I think it is just as good as the Dark Knight. It is very dark and engrossing. It does have a plot and I liked it very much. The characters are very well done and you really get to know them all. It looks great too! I mean come on! It's Zack Snyder directing! What I really liked was the fact that for a three hour movie it really didn't seem to be that long. There wasn't many slow spots in the movie. It also has a very interesting sound track. There are some odd choices you would think at first, but then you remember it's set in 1985. To sum it up it's a very cool movie. You don't have to take my word for it. Even Roger Ebert gave it 4/4 stars.

What's great about it: The look, the story, doesn't feel like 3 hours at all.

What's not so great: Nothing really

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We're All Puppets.....

on August 27, 2019

Posted by: JustDave

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Greatest comic book movie of all time.
So happy for a Steelbook release.
Got this one on sale and could not be happier, extended directors cut and the 'Tales of The Black Freighter' included.
Who Watches The Watchmen? I do!

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