The Book of Eli

My son and I love this movie. Great ending and just overall a great movie.

Directing, writing, acting, editing and staging are flawless. The story sent in the near future is believable and uncluttered by idiology that so often warps otherwise good films these days. Denzel Washington is at his best!

Vastly underappreciated masterpiece.

I remember when I saw the trailer for this movie and told myself, I really hope the special item isnt a Bible because thatd be a bit too cliche (itd be more interesting if it turned out to be say a book on farming or something key for the rebuilding of society...though you could argue a Bible might be such a key). Even so, I had to see it since I really like Denzel Washington and Gary Oldman (and Mila Kunis isnt exactly hard on the eyes). Wow, it took a few minutes before it sunk in and I really loved this movie. The almost sepia-toned picture and ambient soundtrack might seem bland but it really works well. I also like that the movie doesnt hit you over the head with whats going on. Its subtle and despite the partial spoiler about the book (hey, the product description has it so I went with it) theres still another surprise which adds to the discovery. And, despite knowing what happens, my subsequent runs through (yes, I liked it that much) were still just as enjoyable. Great actors, beautiful scenes (despite it being desolate), beautiful ambient soundtrack, and a great story really make this movie worth adding to my collection. And, even though it doesnt seem to be in the description or title of the product, this Blu-Ray turned out to be a combo pack including a DVD and a digital copy (though supposedly the digital copy expires June 11, 2011 which is ridiculous). Not a bad deal considering it cost less than the DVD version alone. If you like post-apocalyptic movies, like Denzel Washington, are are just interested in something that tells a great story, by all means, buy this.

The movie is multi-layered, blending myth, metaphor, mysticism and mayhem in a post-apocalyptic America. Eli walks his path, guided by the voice of a God only he can hear. He knows only that he will be guided to his goal, which lies... west. He survives in a violent world by using violence as a tool, yet he is clearly not by nature a violent man. We see him witness a murder and rape from a vantage point, yet he does nothing. In time we understand that his mission is to get the book to its unknown destination, not to right every wrong. Denzel Washington delivers a superb performance. Scrupulously paying by trade or barter for so much as a drink of water, he moves through a world that does not abide weakness. In the end his greatest strength lies in his simple incorruptibility.

All the subtle hints that he is blind. Oh, sorry, spoiler. However, they never really point out that he is blind, except for the Braille Bible. Knew a few folk that werent blind that could read Braille. Also for Christians, his name was Eli. You know, Elijah. If I remember correctly, anytime a strong Prophet would appear, in both the Old and New Testament, folk would say Elijah is reborn. Loved the soundtrack. All the cast were excellent. Even the bad guys second had nuances. Weakest cast member was Mila Kunis. Sorry, but her performance just was terribly weak up against the others. I think this movie was too early for her. Loved seeing Jennifer Beals. Still beautiful and put in a wonderful performance. Excellent movie. Derivative, yes. However, with the cast, the acting and the story arc. Wonderful. 10/10... Watched again and again

One of those movies you dont realize whats going on until 3 quarters of the way in and then the ending just solidifies the thought you had 3 quarters in. Ive watched this movie at least a dozen times and just played it to sleep to when I couldnt sleep.

just...man that was spectacular! do yourself a favor and pick up this movie! $7.99 is a steal! alright so nitty gritty, the fighting is beautiful, the choreography is perfect with every movement a seamless connection to the next. who ever was behind it was truly a pro. the art style is perfect, sometimes an almost black and white while other times incredibility vivid. the characters are great, denzel washington is both badass and hilarious at just the right times. the villain is perfect, its the kind of guy youd expect to take over in that kind of situation. the ending...is brilliant, so much foreshadowing to different parts that all amount to a twist that doesnt feel forced or out of place but exactly as it should be. (early on in the film there was a moment where I thought why would he do that? and soon after forgot about it only for it to become strikingly clear why he did it once the film is concluded.) I know Im gushing a lot but I watched this movie over twelve hours ago and Im still like this, its a movie that after it ends leaves you happy to find that theres an animated comic book video on the DVD as a bonus feature. overall if you want to watch a good movie you will not be disappointed.

I loved this movie. I never buy movies because I usually can’t find one that’s worth watching twice. I wish they would make a sequel starting with the end and following the young lady on her journey. Very interesting movie and I like that there wasn’t fu’s and sex, that helped keep the main thing the main thing

Denzel Washington does a great job heading West on a post Apocalyptic road. He reads the Bible daily and although he may have to kill others to survive, he keeps his faith true. Gary Oldman is an unscrupulous man that desires the last King James Bible in Washingtons possession no matter how he has to get it. He sends gang after gang to retrieve it to no avail. When he finally joins in the hunt he finally obtains it, but sometimes even a well read person can not read whats coming in the way of Gods ironic retribution. My only objection to the movie is Washington kills a cat with the same lack of remorse that he dispatches the vultures of society. That scene did not improve the movie except for cat haters which I fully expect to give me negative votes. Basic extras and good quality picture and sound. If you enjoyed this catch