The Worst Film Ever

It’s fine. It's literally the definition of a fine movie. You’ve seen it before, you know every beat and outcome before the characters even do. Only question is how much escapism you’re looking for.

One of the best movies of the year! Incredible from the beginning to the end.

Great story, amazing characters, superb action, enthralling cinematography. Yes, this is something I am glad I spent money on.

Compare this to the new movie Lucy for example.Most movies portray super-intelligent people as being emotionless. Yet this movie shows the opposite. A man suddenly becomes superintelligent, and not only does he not loose his emotions, but they appear to be reinforced. And it's not incompatible at all, his intelligence makes him see more beauty, not less. Of course, he is still able to feel anger, and sadness. He's become more human, not less. I love this movie.I found out about this movie when discussing with some transhumanists (I consider myself one) about the role of emotions in a future with radical intelligence augmentation. I was used to the idea that "emotions" were primitive and such from futuristic Hollywood movies. However, this movie made me realize the importance of emotion, and how naturally they go with intelligence.

Here's a good idea for a movie--I'm going to hire an actor who is a has been from dance movies from the seventies and eighties, who is known to be one of the worst actors in the modern era. Pair him with an actress who is a two dimensional actress with no ability whatsoever. Then I will make a movie that has enough material to fill a short and find a way to stretch it over a full feature film. Oh, wait, Phenomenon already did that. There is nothing in this movie worth watching. Travolta's character has this sense about things, he and Sedwick talk a lot, then you wake up on your couch a few hours later and realize the movie is over.

I'm not sure how to classify this movie or whether I even should. Is it a scifi, romantic or a beautiful drama? Whatever be the genre, Phenomenon was touching & soulful.The lights that John Travolta's character experiences one night is open to interpretation and I prefer it that way. The mystery makes the movie all the more engaging & impressive to me.John Travolta(as George Malley) has given a heartfelt performance, many say, the best of his career. He was at ease in his role, being vulnerable, funny, intelligent, frustrated or even in love. The other actors who touch our hearts too are Robert Duvall(as Dr. Brunder), Forest Whitaker(as George's pal) and even the pretty Kyra Sedgwick(as John's crush, Lace) impresses.What I especially like about the movie is how the story still focuses more on the relationship between the character George and the others in the community after his life-changing experience one night that suddenly turns him into a gifted intellect. Otherwise, Phenomenon could have been just like any other superhero flick about Travolta saving the world with his bare hands or brain! The ending(final scene between George & Lace), I wish, could have been more effective. It came to an end a bit abruptly to me.Verdict: Adorable & romantic. What starts off like a scifi ends being a tale of genuine friendship, care and love.

Well here it is. Phenomenon is a movie that is very much like Powder, this guy has super knowledge abilities and is able to manipulate objects without touching them. Hmm remind you of an older movie??? This movie stinks of rip off of Powder which was actually a Quality Film, Just because it has Travolta in it does not mean it is going to be worth a DIME. This is just my two cents here, or if your in the UK my two pence. But if you want a movie that is truly heartfelt and will make your spirit feel power and feel uplifted after watching it, this movie is not the right one... your in the wrong place... go look at Powder, one year older, 1995, less special effects technology back in 95, but one dang awesome movie that actually is not a Phenomibore and a PhenomiFAIL