Review of Basic (2003) by Helen W — 06 Nov 2007

I was glued to the box I didn't work it out.

This review of Basic (2003) was written by Helen W on 06 Nov 2007.

Basic has generally received mixed reviews.

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When the film stumbles to its last and silliest conclusion, you realize much of the plot line was unnecessary -- or couldn't have happened at all…

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By Michal321 (1) on 29 Jul 2016

When I saw this film I was expecting it to be, well, basic. However, in reality I received a pleasant surprise…

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By Joe Morgenstern (2,395) for Wall Street Journal (3,071) on 31 Mar 2015

Such confusion makes the script-flipping finale something of a respite, as it gives one an excuse to forget everything that's happened…

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By Christopher E (506) on 13 Jan 2019

A great Movie. The Key to the Movie is Samuel L Jackson's comment about this being a 'Rattle the Cage' operation. all understanding flows from that…

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By Harry E (73) on 16 Aug 2014

Good movie....nice twists....nice action....and good cast…

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By Edmund H (15) on 09 Nov 2013

This movie has many interesting twists, but they end up being rather confusing…

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By Frances H (1,591) on 02 Jan 2014

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By Ryden G (8) on 12 Feb 2015

Surpsied this movie has a low score; I thought it was pretty good…

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