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73 out of 100

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7.9 out of 10

Generally favorable reviews- based on 210 Ratings

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  • Starring: Kirsten Dunst, Tobey maguire
  • Summary: Peter Parker (Maguire), after being bitten by a genetically altered spider, becomes Spider-Man, a hero of superhuman strength with the ability to cling to any surface. He dedicates himself to a life of fighting crime, while living a double life as a superhero and working student. (Sony)

Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 31 out of 37
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 37
  3. Negative: 0 out of 37
  1. Portland Oregonian
    Reviewed by: Shawn Levy
    100
    It's hard to recall the last time a big-ticket summer movie delivered so fully on its promise.
  2. Seattle Post-Intelligencer
    Reviewed by: William Arnold
    91
    Reminds us of just how exciting and satisfying the fantasy cinema can be when it's approached with imagination and flair.
  3. New York Magazine (Vulture)
    Reviewed by: Peter Rainer
    60
    Despite all the computer-generated effects and highflying superhero theatrics, this roughly $120 million movie is, with few exceptions, remarkable only in its small human touches.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 106 out of 127
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 127
  3. Negative: 12 out of 127
  1. AdamB.
    10
    One of the greatest movies of our time, "Spider-Man" brings to us a whole new genre of heroism and action. Even in 50 years, this movie will be widely revered like it is today.… Expand
    • 9 of 10 users said yes
  2. grandpajoe6191
    8
    "Spiderman" is a movie that flows like a comic; its rough but smooth, has deep character depth with witty dialogue, and most of all its pure fun just to watch your friendly neighborhood swing into widescreen action.… Expand
    • 4 of 4 users said yes
  3. seifer
    3
    ok... but could be a lot better and some of you state this is one of the greatest movies of all time! Well... how old are you 6?! it's a 3 from me and there shouldn't be a rating higher!… Expand
    • 0 of 6 users said yes

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