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User Reviews for: Men in Black

drqshadow
9/10  4 years ago
If we really aren’t alone in this universe, or on this planet, I have no doubt that the government agency in charge of minding the space neighbors looks and acts just like the Men in Black. Stoic in their perfect business suits, the MiB seek to impose order on an inherently disorderly situation, taking all manner of impossible behaviors and ridiculous body types in stride without so much as a second glance. After losing his longtime partner to retirement, one such agent (Tommy Lee Jones) recruits a mouthy NYPD detective (Will Smith) as replacement and proceeds to show him the ropes amidst the latest in a series of looming existential threats from above.

It’s obvious that everyone involved had a lot of fun with this concept. The entire cast takes their best stab at stealing the show: Jones as the ‘50s G-Man stereotype, Smith as his cocksure apprentice, Rip Torn as their curmudgeonly handler, Vincent D’Onofrio as a spastic victim of body-snatching; we’re truly spoiled for choice. The creature effects are appropriately playful and outlandish, as is the art direction and musical score (another characteristically quirky effort from ‘90s composer du-jour Danny Elfman). Director Barry Sonnenfeld allows us plenty of time to enjoy the absurdity, and for the stars to make hay with the bright, witty script, while also keeping the narrative moving and working in a few memorable, big-budget action splashes.

The jokes are still funny (even though I've long-since memorized most of the punchlines), the adventure provides a perfect blend of introduction and elaboration, and the pop culture asides still work a quarter-century later. Even the CG effects haven't aged too terribly, which is a real blessing considering their essential omnipresence. Enthusiastically funny, rambunctiously fast-paced and occasionally genuine, I was surprised (and relieved) to see it’s still so good.
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Reply by Appoxo99
one year ago
@drqshadow I really liked the practical effects. I can imagine the movie class having a demonstration of "Spot the practical effect and explain how they did it".
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Andre Gonzales
/10  8 months ago
Another favorite movie of mine. Aliens disguised as humans. Mmmmm sounds like real life. This movie is hilarious. I got one question, you ever flashy thing me? Lol!
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Kamurai
/10  4 years ago
Good watch, could watch again, and can recommend.

This was a better movie historically than actually. It at least felt like it introduced some concepts of having aliens infiltrated Terra into the industry, even if it didn't actually. Maybe it popularized it more, but it was very good at walking the audience across that line that separates our normal Terran view to that of an integrated society. Or maybe I just love the concept of aliens on our planet that much.

I definitely don't think it was the manner they took: the humor is as annoying as it is funny most of the time, and Tommy Lee Jones is just as funny as Will Smith (that's saying something, personally) as the straight man, credit to both of them. That said, they were a perfect for the movie, and all the supporting cast did wonderfully.

Vincent D'Onofrio, as "Not Edgar", was probably the funniest character in the movie to me, and I don't think he was supposed to be.

The "haze the rookie by leaving out vital information" bit is cliche and worn out, but that's have the jokes here. I definitely like the movie, and I love what it could have been.
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CinemaSerf
/10  6 days ago
I saw this again recently - commemorating 25 years since it's original release, and to this day I still remember the image of the little aliens with the duty-free trolley of cigarettes trying to flee Earth after we are threatened with destruction by the "Arquillian" empire with powerful weapons - who want their "galaxy" back. It falls to "K" (Tommy Lee Jones) and his streetwise, rookie colleague "J" (Will Smith) to identify then try to track down this article - and the evil beast that killed their Emperor who was carrying it - before the Imperium takes it's, literally, Earth-shattering action. There is a great dynamic between the two stars, plenty of humour to compliment the fun special effects and as we discover, loads of characters amongst the alien creatures who have been inhabiting this planet since God was a boy. The ending goes on bit, but it has stood the test of time well, and is still easily the best of this franchise.
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Prodank
/10  6 days ago
"Men in Black" taps into my lifelong fascination with aliens. This sci-fi comedy is a delightful journey with Will Smith and Tommy Lee Jones, offering a perfect mix of humor and action. It's a childhood favorite that keeps the charm alive with its stellar blend of comedy and extraterrestrial intrigue. It may showcase some dated CGI and prosthetics by today's standards, they remain acceptable, adding a nostalgic charm to the film without detracting from its overall enjoyment. The practical effects still hold up surprisingly well, adding to the movie's unique appeal. By today's standards, it is very rewatchable with a rating of 8/10.
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