Spoonatects Am i the only one who thinks........Average?

Humaira Grant It’s not bad or unwatchable but despite the amplitude of the spectacle, the end result is underwhelming.

Portia Hilton Blistering performances.

Sarita Rafferty There are moments that feel comical, some horrific, and some downright inspiring but the tonal shifts hardly matter as the end results come to a film that's perfect for this time.

muvi-fan-73 My expectations from this movie were average, but as the movie progressed it turned out much well. The reality clause and the turnout of events complemented each other.Tone, Script & Story: The movie mainly tells the story of Captain Richard Phillips on one of his journeys into the sea, where pirates attack. I would avoid any spoilers. The given information says everything shown in an introduced trailer.Direction, Screenplay, Cinematography: It did not have much to context with given plot, but whatever was shown was justified. It was good. Music: It was nothing that would grab one's attention. Acting: It was better than average especially Tom Hanks.Final Verdict: I would say it to be another real story filmed well, which is quite entertaining.

melyablackrose I am sure many will dislike me for rating this movie 1 star. I wish there is a minus; if there is, I would have given minus rating. I love Tom Hanks, I have enjoyed his movies for many years. The problem here is not the actors; they did a great job. The problem here is not the story line, I read the story line and I enjoy this kind of movie (especially when it's based on true story) but I have to say that a story is only as good as how it is shot when it comes to movie-making. I don't know how to make movies; I don't know how to handle a camera; but I don't think the person shooting this movie knows how to handle a camera, either. Movies are designed to be watched by human eyes; this movie is extremely shaky and my eyes can't seem to handle it. I stopped at minute 51 and I have no intention to continue watching this movie despite the fact that I love the story line. I don't have any intention of getting a vertigo after watching this or eye problem. People like us who do a day job sitting in front of a computer screen wish to have something enjoyable when we reach home to enjoy our evening watching a good movie. The way this movie was shot is worsening my eyes & head after long day staring at screen. I just wished the people in charge of the camera and effects did their job the way it is supposed to be. Thank you!

merelyaninnuendo Captain PhillipsThe sweat, the blood, the tension and the urgency, everything is projected majestically that it is impossible not to get into it within a few minutes; its an exhilarating experience to encounter this feature especially since its 134 minutes long. Captain Philips hits fast and hard right into the guts of the viewers and the characters offering breathtaking action sequences and compelling counter-attacking arguments that pumps the heartbeat up. Paul Greengrass gets it right again; everything is up to the mark, brilliant execution, perfect editing and gripping screenplay. Tom Hanks is amazing in depicting a real person again; especially his breakdown at the last scene is something to look forward to, and is supported with a great performance by Barkhad Abdi. Captain Phillips is not a normal 'true story' feature, but a tightly packed entertainment that stays true to its nature and tone from head to toe.

ryko25 The problem with basing a film on a true story is that the true story needs to be of sufficient interest. Any story that can be adequately summarised in one sentence - "A ship is hijacked and the Captain taken prisoner but is then rescued by the US Navy" is not going to be a great film. That said, Hanks is excellent as always and the actors playing the Somalian hijackers are also very good. The film is well=paced and there is sufficient level of tension to keep the viewer's interest. BUltimately, however, the film leaves a feeling of "Is that it?" The final scene in which a shaken Hanks receives a medical is bizarre - and seems like a jarringly self-indulgent last plea for an Oscar! "Hey Academy! Look at my great acting!"