Those who condemn it as some form of propaganda or completely partial fail to realize that this film attempts to give you one side of the story. The movie makes convincing arguments as to why the corporate agenda may not be sustainable. Criticizing the movie for not giving a pro-corporation side is condemning it for something it isn't meant to be. It's a critique of the corporate agenda and should be something people on all sides of the political spectrum should see. Even if you disagree with their positions view it at least to broaden your own view and understand the anti-corporate side of the argument while people who agree with this movie should examine the pro-corporate side.… Expand

My only real complaint is that some of the facts of this movie were thrown out so quickly that a person like myself who does not know very much about economics or business practice might not absorb it all. However, there is still so many incredible points in this movie that leaving the theater with even 1/10th of the facts is enough to have an incredible effect. There are instances of outrageous greed on the part of corporations (privatizing water in Central America, renaming and changing soda to be able to sell it in Nazi Germany during WW2) that prove that something must be done, and also instances of thoughtfulness by some of these same people and corporations that prove that perhaps something can be done to save the planet and its people. A great film, much more thoughtful than a lot of movies I have seen recently. Go see it if you get the chance!… Expand

It amuses me that just after Ebert calls it too long, the very next reviewer says it's too short. As for me? I found it just right. I'm not a big fan of either Moore or Chomsky, but that doesn't mean they don't have good things to say here. Moore even gets - gasp - a little introspective and self-aware near the end. And beyond the story of corporations, there are so many smaller stories - Interface's, for example - that are so engrossing as to keep the movie moving along nicely. Well worth the time invested.… Expand

Another interesting and informative documentary. It concerned me, though, that there was likely quite a biased telling of the facts, which finally weakened its impact. One starting point is that "psychopathic" is a term used in psychiatry to describe some criminals, but "antisocial personality" is the established term to describe the personality type alluded to in the movie. So getting the terminology and facts right would be a good start for a documentary. I guess the word "psychopathic" has a bigger impact on the viewer than "antisocial" (but isn't "truth" a higher virtue than "impact on the viewer"?) I had more serious concerns that some of the issues were not presented fairly, such as the water supply privatization issue in South America. Perhaps corporate efficiency can sometimes be very helpful to make a public system run better, so fewer people starve--I had to wonder if ideological bias obscured this side of the debate--maybe the existing public water supply was in total shambles! But overall, a stimulating, enlightening documentary which invites us to be more involved in exercising and practicing our freedom, and to keep a closer and more wary eye on powers such as corporations which may not always serve individual or societal interests in an ethical way. … Expand

A fantastic and frightening movie. Though I saw it two months ago, I still remember the feeling of dread I had after leaving the theatre. It would have been nice to leave the viewer with a feeling of empowerment, but it had an effect nonetheless.

Forget your standard-issue horror flicks, this film is truly the most frightening piece of cinema I've ever subjected myself to. The Corporation puts the fear of the Invisible Hand into the viewer, doing for capitalism what Jaws did for beaches.

Complete, definitive, informative portrait of the corporate entity. Thoroughly entertaining. One of the best documentaries of the year.

"Worth it just to witness the elightenment of that one CEO" I couldn't agree more.

As slickly made propaganda this film succeeds admirably. Those inclined toward an anti-corporate bias may well cheer and rally to the cause, barking out their "right-on" with each successively checked box of indictment. But, for those who hope to find an incisive thoughtful balanced piece of investigative journalism

A must see for people of all political persuasions. informative and entertaining.

It plays out like the perfect essay. Those who complain that it's too long often received "C's" in school and couldn't understand why. I'm talking to you Mr. Ebert.

A great documentary that explains how corporations came to rule the world and what we can do about it.

Most thought-provoking movie I have seen in some time. Furthermore, even though it was a lecture of leftist doctrine it was remarkably well put together, entertaining and humourous in parts. Makes far stronger and resonant points than F9/11, I would suggest this to anyone who doesn't mind seeing a movie that might make them think. Others have mentioned that the movie is long, but I barely noticed the length, I was overwhelmed initially and never bored or restless.… Expand

At once funny, somber, infuriating, and even inspiring, this film should be seen by anyone remotely interested in the future battles that will be waged against the ubiquitous growth of The Corporation.

Felt like a monumental door the size of the screen was opened for a moment... that was one hell of a closet of skeletons. Worth it just to witness the elightenment of that one CEO. A must-see-again. Long, but worth it.

This is certainly one of the best documentaries I've ever seen, and I've seen pretty much all of the best ones. An informative, crushing, heartbreaking, and highly entertaining film essay that not only suceeds higher than "Fahrenheit 9/11" in its themes and topics, but also teaches us a lot more about the world around us. I don't think any other movie has made me think and contemplate so much about all those random stores and accessories we pass every day in strip malls and plazas, and how they really operate. Of all the recently released left-wing docs, this is the most essential (with respect to Mr. Moore's film, of course).… Expand

Excellent film. Thought the comparison to psycopathic traits very interesting. Film quite balanced. The book is very worth reading. Lots of sources, very detailed.

Another must see! Open your eyes folks and be engrossed, scared and perplexed with this powerful film.

Fantastic documental movie!!!

It's too long and would have benefited from slightly tighter editing, but it's smart and compelling.

Scary and mostly engrossing. Way too long, and a bit impartial. Still, an important movie.

Isolated as a narrative but powerful and educational in equal measure. Heavy-handed with the anti-capitalist message, the film is ironically exposed as a "how to succeed in business/marketing" and is repetitive at worst. Consider the words of Goodyear's CEO as insightful but the platform for change is anti-human and boundaries between positive and negative are never highlighted. Despite the many collaborations with learned figures there is little humanity on show and the subject matter is generalised. If learning is the mode of communication then this film has succeeded but it never delves deep enough to expose the truth instead opting to focus on entertainment. 10 for execution 6 for subjects = 8/10 (79/100)… Expand

Very well made propaganda in the vein of Moore - F9/11. Zinn and Chomsky do their very best at removing all perspective from the discussion. The naive (read; college students) will eat this up.