Review of Waterworld (1995) by Luke S — 13 Nov 2012

Highly underated.

But not worth its price tag.

This review of Waterworld (1995) was written by Luke S on 13 Nov 2012.

Waterworld has generally received mixed reviews.

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A decent futuristic action picture with some great sets, some intriguing ideas, and a few images that will stay with me…

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By Calibmcbolts (45) on 29 May 2016

Waterworld is a decent futuristic action picture with some great sets, some intriguing ideas, and a few images that will stay with me…

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By Ted W (1,490) on 11 Nov 2016

Waterworld is basically Mad Max Beyond Thunderdome mixed with a waterpark stunt show...and while the action things are goofy, big, bombastic…

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By Ken S (1,985) on 11 Nov 2016

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Waterworld is a pretty damn good summer movie. There, I've said it...it's a breezy, clever entertainment with stirring effects…

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By Bert D (33) on 29 Oct 2016

Great movie love all the action. Just like Mad Max 1 and 2. And the new Mad Max…

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By Delysid D (566) on 29 Apr 2017

Its a cheesy film without a doubt. This movie really captured my imagination as a kid…

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