'Watchmen' Web page + your review = win a prize
The reactions I have been getting to "Watchmen" have been very different. Some thing it is a masterpiece. Others were confused by the story. Critics generally like it. Of the 247 reviews of the film on rottentomatoes.com, 160 are positive.
It's certainly done well at the box office. Going into this weekend, the movie has earned more than $65 million in the United States. Toss in an additional $25 million from around the globe and the movie is getting very near the $100 million mark.
And, more than half of the movie tickets being sold at the Web site Fandango.com are for "Watchmen."
We have certainly tried to make the movie a fun experience for the fans and a learning experience for the uneducated. The Fresno Bee has put together a "Watchmen" Web page at http://www.fresnobee.com/static/2009/entertainment/watchmen/. Those who have checked out the site have enjoyed it. Now, there's now another reason to go to the Web page. You could win a prize.
Here's what you need to do. First go to the above mentioned Web page. Check out the interviews, audio clips and photos. Be sure to look for the Easter egg.
Then come back to this blog and give me your review of the "Watchmen" movie in 50 words or less. Each review comment will be put into a drawing for several "Watchmen" oriented prizes. This includes an X-box video game system and movie posters.
I'll give you a week.
And now for the mandatory rules.
GIVEAWAY RULES
Only readers who submit a comment on this post are eligible. A random selection of all "Watchmen" posts are eligible for the random drawing. One entry per person. To be eligible, a commenter must not have won a prize on FresnoBeehive.com in the previous 30 days. Recipients will be notified by e-mail at the end of each giveaway period. Must be 21 years of age to win. No substitutions or transfer of winners/prizes. Prizes are not redeemable for cash. Some prizes may have due dates for redemption/use. Employees and immediate family of The Fresno Bee, fresnobee.com and any/all of the participating giveaway sponsors, are not eligible to win. By accepting a giveaway, recipient consents to allow the use of his/her name and/or photograph for advertising or similar promotions without further compensation. Winner releases all sponsors of liability regarding use and enjoyment of the prizes. Tax liabilities and insurance, if any, are sole responsibility of the winner. No purchase necessary to win.
Comments:
I'm one of those who thinks its a masterpiece. I've seen it twice so far at IMAX (and need to see it again). In my opinion, it's the best way to experience it.
Posted by: Rachel at March 13, 2009 12:08 PM
Truly a great film that will alienate people. The hardcore will hate it for deviating so much from the source material while the mainstream will hate it for not being "X-Men".
Posted by: brodiemash at March 13, 2009 12:23 PM
I really think that this is a movie that you can go back and see again and again and find something new. I am really looking forward to seeing it in IMAX.
Posted by: Alexs Garriott at March 13, 2009 12:32 PM
I thought the film was hit and miss all around. Actors playing Rorschach and Comedian were spot on. Those playing Silk Spectre II and Adrian not so much. The music often seemed out of place. It was visually stunning. The ending was extremely disappointing. Wish I had more than 50 words.
Posted by: Justin at March 13, 2009 1:13 PM
Certainly one of the more anticipated movies of all time, I headed to see it on the IMAX as soon as I could. The best thing about the movie? It was coherent, even if you haven't read the comic. The worst? My popcorn ran out.
Posted by: Chris at March 13, 2009 1:57 PM
For this movie there will three audiences, the die hard fans who will not like it, those who will like it not matter what, and the non fans who will hate it.
Posted by: jsv at March 13, 2009 2:27 PM
My geek cred: I think Watchman is the greatest graphic novel ever written. And I love the Watchman movie. I may get thrown out of the geek club for saying so, but the movie perfectly captured the spirit of the comic while cleaning up and improving the plot.
Posted by: Jaguar Bennett at March 13, 2009 2:56 PM
This movie is one for the ages. It has great special effects and the plot is incredible.
Posted by: Abby at March 14, 2009 8:33 PM
It's ok if your idea of fun is a blue phallus bouncing around for two and 1/2 hours.
Posted by: lattlaly fottfoy at March 15, 2009 12:24 PM
The film that is Watchmen was an all around summary of the graphic novel. Though many of its storylines were condensed on film, it did not stop the brought-to-life version of each character to be successfully translated. The movie was definitely made for the fans. It was awesome. :)
Posted by: Stephy at March 15, 2009 5:11 PM
I loved this movie, I think that it is in the top 5 comic book based movies of all time.
Posted by: Steven at March 15, 2009 8:31 PM
Great movie, very entertaining. I didnt realize how long it was till walking out of theater 2.5 hours later.
Posted by: Ramon at March 16, 2009 6:28 AM
To sum it up in one word "POWERFUL", this is one of the better movies of the comic book industry. For that matter, one of the better comic book's of all time and for DC comics to tell it really means a lot. They've done a great job in telling the human nature side of comics and I strongly recommend any one to go see this movie with an open mind.
Posted by: Cruz at March 16, 2009 8:55 AM
Watchmen is a movie that not only makes you think about our world, but theirs as well. It's true to the graphic novel, which is a rarity, and the cinematography is outstanding. They did a great casting job, the effects are brilliant, and I left the theatre moved.
Posted by: Lindsey at March 16, 2009 12:43 PM
Personally I thought it was great, but I am able to seperate movies from source materials (ie X-Men, Iron Man, Ect). It was a great ride worth the price of admission!
Posted by: Spookygirl at March 16, 2009 12:59 PM
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