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64 out of 100

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6.5 out of 10

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  • Starring: Angelina Jolie, James McAvoy, Morgan Freeman
  • Summary: Wanted tells the tale of one apathetic nobody’s transformation into an unparalleled enforcer of justice. 25-year-old Wes was the most disaffected, cube-dwelling drone the planet had ever known. Until he met a woman named Fox. After his estranged father is murdered, the deadly sexy Fox recruits Wes into the Fraternity, a secret society that trains Wes to avenge his dad’s death by unlocking his dormant powers. With wickedly brilliant tutors—including the Fraternity’s enigmatic leader, Sloan—Wes grows to enjoy all the strength he ever wanted. But, slowly, he begins to realize there is more to dangerous associates than meets the eye. And as he wavers between newfound heroism and vengeance, Wes will come to learn what no one could ever teach him: he alone controls his destiny. (Universal Studios)… Expand

Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 28 out of 38
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 38
  3. Negative: 2 out of 38
  1. The Hollywood Reporter
    Reviewed by: Michael Rechtshaffen
    100
    This over-the-top, ultraviolent, hyperkinetic action thriller pretty much has it all.
  2. New York Daily News
    Reviewed by: Elizabeth Weitzman
    60
    There's barely a frame that doesn't look stretched, smashed or otherwise harassed. Imagine "The Matrix" on speed, and you're halfway there.
  3. Chicago Reader
    Reviewed by: J.R. Jones
    30
    Big, cruel, stupid actioner.

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  1. Positive: 84 out of 165
  2. Mixed: 37 out of 165
  3. Negative: 44 out of 165
  1. hugoboy
    10
    now we have to ask ourselves,why do we watch a movie? And the answer would be entertainment. Of which this movie provides lots of it,that would leave you begging for more. So if you are looking for a sexy,awesome,solid base actioneer,then wanted is the one you want.… Expand
    • 3 of 3 users said yes
  2. grandpajoe6191
    4
    I don't really understand how "Wanted" got a positive reception. Sure, the action sequences are mind-blowing, but ultimately its your average 'brain-less' blockbuster you would watch with your homies.… Expand
    • 3 of 6 users said yes
  3. The-KidB.
    3
    There was a script? Worst movie I have seen in 5 years!!!
    • 0 of 0 users said yes

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