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Doubt

2008
Drama
Mystery
1h 44m
Set in 1964, Doubt centers on a nun who confronts a priest after suspecting him abusing a black student. He denies the charges, and much of the play's quick-fire dialogue tackles themes of religion, morality and authority.
Directed by:
John Patrick Shanley John Patrick Shanley
Written by:
John Patrick Shanley John Patrick Shanley
Starring:
Meryl Streep Meryl Streep Philip Seymour Hoffman Philip Seymour Hoffman Viola Davis Viola Davis Amy Adams Amy Adams Susan Blommaert John Costelloe Alice Drummond Alice Drummond Carrie Preston Carrie Preston Jack O\ Jack O'Connell Lloyd Clay Brown Joseph Foster Mike Roukis
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Genres:
Drama, Mystery
Country:
USA
Language:
English
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2008
Drama
Mystery
1h 44m
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hellsditchhellsditch
Rated 07 Jul 2009
84
81st
Does what all great movies do. It captures your undivided attention while it's playing (thanks to many great performances) and then causes you to think about what you've seen for a good time afterward. And like most of my favorites, there's some real moral ambiguity here and Shanley never forces you to "choose a side". Do you fall in line with the ice queen nun who's trying to stop a case of child abuse? Or the more relatable, but possible child abuser, priest? There are no easy answers.
Rated 07 Jul 2009
jstryjstry
Rated 06 Jul 2009
94
98th
I had a slight issue with the ending, but other than that, I thought this was excellent. The score was really great and added tension and suspicion where there might not otherwise have been any. The scene between Sister Aloysius and Mrs. Miller was explosive, shocking, and unforgettable. Adams, Streep, and Hoffman were all phenomenal. Overall, I thought it was pretty amazing.
Rated 06 Jul 2009
indyatmnINDYATMN
Rated 22 Dec 2008
91
90th
Flaws? Shanley's choice to use several off-angle shots only distracts rather than enhances; a little too much of the playwright taste for some heavy-handed metaphor; & a willfull need to create an ambiguous ending where there should be none. But, these are quibbles. The film works. Great characters with incredible acting all around. Streep is getting all the raves, but the real knockout here is Viola Davis as the boy's mother. Hands down the best supporting performance by an actress this year.
Rated 22 Dec 2008
cclzaCCLZA
Rated 10 Jan 2009
65
40th
The excellent performances drive the film through powerful scenes that make up for the lack of 'cinematic' feel of the great screenplay.
Rated 10 Jan 2009
reubenitereubenite
Rated 21 Mar 2009
75
51st
Worth it almost entirely for several rounds of Hoffman versus Streep. Having said that, it never feels as if the film quite escapes its origins as a stage performance.
Rated 21 Mar 2009
fredericg54frederic_g54
Rated 13 Feb 2009
7
57th
Nothing to get overexcited about, but definitely watchable (especially for the performances involved). Viola Davis' oscar nom is ludicrous, she was on screen for 5 minutes !!!
Rated 13 Feb 2009
cosmicmonkeyCosmicMonkey
Rated 13 Feb 2018
80
68th
"Acting: The Movie" So much acting. Acting all over the place. A film that is entirely propelled forward by the magnificent performances of the entire ensemble cast, who power a great script full of subtlety and nuance. After watching this, I genuinely believe that Meryl Streep has the ability to look into your soul and instantly know all the sins you have committed.
Rated 13 Feb 2018
adrianavbadrianavb
Rated 03 Mar 2009
72
76th
I loved 3 scenes in particular. The one with Viola Davis and Meryl Streep walikng, the one with the confrontation between Meryl and Philip, and the one where Amy Adams yells at Meryl Streep.
Rated 03 Mar 2009
amerigoamerigo
Rated 19 Jan 2009
89
94th
A terse, tense thriller tailored to the magnetism of the lead roles. Meryl Streep, as a draconian nun, becomes convinced that Father Flynn (played by Philip Seymour Hoffman) has abused one of the altar boys. The entire film hinges on the lingering uncertainty of the priest's guilt (or innocence). It succeeds as a fascinating character study without much in the way of narrative complexity. The setup of the film is clear and modest, but its execution is nothing short of masterful.
Rated 19 Jan 2009
jebJeb
Rated 31 Mar 2009
79
62nd
Doubt is basically an average film guided and escorted by the proficient, devoted rendition of Meryl Streep and also by Viola Davis in her five minutes of fame. A bit sluggish though and the ending is execrable and overexplained. Unwanting of any Oscars.
Rated 31 Mar 2009
bitch_alertBitch Alert
Rated 30 Jan 2009
80
78th
A clever adaptation of a sophisticated play works well, thanks to the snappy dialogue and the fantastic performances in all the key parts. Leaves a lot unsaid, trusting that the second act will happen outside the theater as the viewers start discussing their takes on the story.
Rated 30 Jan 2009
lockstocklockstock
Rated 05 Jun 2009
45
26th
Wat hebbe we vandaag geleerd: 1: zie altijd eerst na de trailer om te controllere da de film da ge wilt zien genen saaie-nonne-film is 2: saaie-nonne-films zijn saai en nonnig 3: DOUBT is ne saaie-nonne-film
Rated 05 Jun 2009
citizenxCitizenX
Rated 28 Mar 2009
45
38th
just like Milk, overrated, boring and there is already enough of "that" stuff in church in RL
Rated 28 Mar 2009
3names3Names
Rated 29 Dec 2008
85
58th
You must catch it for the performances... And I will say, for those who have seen it on stage, it worked better for me on film, here...
Rated 29 Dec 2008
mohkoMohko
Rated 28 Jan 2009
85
92nd
Solid drama with great writing and acting from the whole cast. Especially Hoffman and Streep do amazing job. I would have liked the ending more if it had been left open but I didn't have any real problems with the current ending which tries to explain things a bit too much.
Rated 28 Jan 2009
cmonsterCMonster
Rated 28 Mar 2011
82
74th
Philip Seymour Hoffman is one of my favorite actors and when he gave his speech about gossip it was chilling. The ending was also not what I expected and was pulled of marvelously by Streep and Adams.
Rated 28 Mar 2011
kavuKavu
Rated 28 Jan 2009
82
76th
Hoffman, Streep and Adams are all great. The pacing is a bit sluggish and the ending overexplains things but otherwise a good movie.
Rated 28 Jan 2009
kmcneilKMcNeil
Rated 11 Feb 2009
4
33rd
Doubtful? Nah, certain beyond a shadow of a doubt, actually, that this doubtfully drab distinguished tale of a catholic priest dipping (or not dipping?) his holy sceptre, where it doesn't belong, will be forgotten by me within two days.
Rated 11 Feb 2009
johnnyzombieJohnnyZombie
Rated 22 Apr 2009
75
34th
Many of the one on one confrontations are very good. The rest of the movie just feels like filler.
Rated 22 Apr 2009
teddedonTedDedon
Rated 26 Dec 2008
73
47th
Have you seen the trailer for Doubt? If so, you've seen the whole movie. This is clearly meant for stage and stage alone, but, all things considered this is at the very least entertaining and does have a good script. The acting is good but it's also obvious. These guys just act and act and act and never stop and actually become the characters. This is blatantly meant for theater but doesn't fail completely as a film.
Rated 26 Dec 2008
florvdeFlorVdE
Rated 11 Feb 2009
4
87th
Hoffman, Streep & Adams are a joy to watch, their performances contributing to a very intense mood that the movie manages to hold, before somewhat ruining it with the very last, overtly melodramatic scene.
Rated 11 Feb 2009
filliganFilligan
Rated 28 May 2009
85
59th
The material is very strong, but the direction seems a little mediocre. Nothing very groundbreaking is done behind the camera here, and if it weren't for the amazing Roger Deakins this would probably feel like several cameras set up to record the stage production. Luckily Shanley has some of the best actors in the business giving his movie some of their best work. Streep, Hoffman and Adams all do phenomenal jobs, and they're what keep Doubt more captivating than anything else.
Rated 28 May 2009
agentsnipeAgentSnipe
Rated 22 Jan 2009
82
78th
Written and directed by the same guy who created the play this film is based on, Doubt feels like watching a play a lot of the time. The actors bring none of the subtlety that film allows. Streep and Hoffman scream at each other as though people in the back may not be able to hear them. However, this is a pretty good film and the acting is overall solid. With powerhouses like Streep and Hoffman as the leads, Amy Adams is able to sneak in a pretty fantastic performance of her own.
Rated 22 Jan 2009
friendo55friendo55
Rated 22 Feb 2012
90
88th
I could watch Meryl Streep & Philip Seymour Hoffman argue for days on end. Just an acting clinic on display here. Although it's a bit too stagey, it doesn't take away from such powerful performances.
Rated 22 Feb 2012
roujinroujin
Rated 04 May 2009
50
34th
LOL WHAT'S THIS MOVIE ABOUT I DON'T GET IT
Rated 04 May 2009
thegreyfoxthegreyfox
Rated 25 Nov 2012
65
40th
Great acting!. I am sure the purpose of this play is to raise questions about 'doubt', but it actually raises (and never answers) the main one ...namely WHEN did 'doubt' creep in to someone of such stoic determined obstinance? Before the preist left, or after? which raises the question why did she not investigate properly, or what made her change her mind?? We are left to guess! Fundamentally flawed drama, with a ending straight from the theatre **curtain, rapturous applause .... ehhhh ??? *
Rated 25 Nov 2012
legstumplegstump
Rated 21 Jan 2009
65
53rd
Great work from all the actors, but with PSH and MS does that really need to be said? The story is sparse and effective, but wears its stage origins on its sleeve. Apart from that nothing here dazzles, nor dissapoints. It's cinematic meat and potatoes.
Rated 21 Jan 2009
westknifewestknife
Rated 01 Feb 2009
84
75th
A terrific film, Streep is brilliant and there are many engaging scenes. Also some thought-provoking shit going on.
Rated 01 Feb 2009
ytadelYtadel
Rated 16 Dec 2008
2
14th
The three leading performances are superb, especially the sublime Philip Seymour Hoffman, but the movie ultimately fails to escape the fact that it's just a filmed play. Pardon my bluntness, but it's boring.
Rated 16 Dec 2008
gtown1479gtown1479
Rated 15 Sep 2009
81
74th
Ending was a little over the top for me. I don't really watch many Streep films, but from what I have seen of her (DevilPrada and this) she is awesome in the villian/mean role. Not sure it was supposed to be funny but some of her comments and mannerisms had me cracking up. All the interaction between PSH/Adams/her was great (esp the meeting in the office). I am a big PSH fan and thought he was solid, but Streep steals the show, without a doubt!
Rated 15 Sep 2009
alex_watkinsAlex Watkins
Rated 30 Dec 2008
3
38th
Pretty good; the material is strong, the performances are very engaging, and it's not particularly bad in any way. It's not outstanding in any way either though (except for the acting). And this isn't really a complaint about Doubt, but in movies centered on this era in particular: didn't fucking COLOR exist? The palette is always so drab in these types of dramas. It works for the material, but sheesh.
Rated 30 Dec 2008
langelundLangelund
Rated 03 Feb 2009
70
67th
Surprisingly cinematic,well-crafted and superbly acted, I quite enjoyed this small film's take on some of the biggest themes of human existence.
Rated 03 Feb 2009
okkervilOkkervil
Rated 31 Jul 2009
90
97th
There are brilliant performances all the way through "Doubt". Streep, Hoffman and Davis are fantastic, but star of the show for is Amy Adams, who is just wonderful. The script is superb also, as you would expect from a film with stage origins. Most of all however this film deals with difficult and unsettling subject matters in a intriguing and thorough way. Yet at the same time this film is ambiguous about those issues, leaving the viewer to make up their own minds, and living up to its title
Rated 31 Jul 2009
kasperlKasperL
Rated 22 Feb 2009
75
77th
Has some rough edges, sure, but who cares when you get memorable characters along with some of the year's very best performances. This is acting masterclass.
Rated 22 Feb 2009
quickyQuicky
Rated 04 May 2009
68
55th
In this cinema version of a play by the same director set in a catholic school in the 60's, a nun accuses a priest of abusing a black student. The three major actors put down great performances, especially Meryl Streep and Philip Seymour Hoffman. The story isn't new, but the dialogue is strong and the movie as a whole carries a certain amount of tension. Interesting trivia: only Philip Seymour Hoffman playing the priest knew whether the priest was guilty. The rest of the cast was not informed.
Rated 04 May 2009
bharathbharath
Rated 19 Nov 2009
80
88th
This movie has excellent performance by all three leads, Meryl Streep, Philip Seymour Hoffman and Amy Adams. The story, screen play and direction was just perfect. The ending is actually really perfect, it lets the viewer decide on the reality. Not to mention the performance of Viola Davis. A must watch movie for one and all. Really disappointing it didnt do well at the Oscars as much it deserved.
Rated 19 Nov 2009
shmendrekShmendrek
Rated 05 Jan 2009
3
61st
An excellent drama. Hoffman and Streep turn in great performances and the story is engaging. But the ending is hilariously bad and left an awful taste in my mouth. The melodramatic delivery of a titular line in particular sours the whole experience.
Rated 05 Jan 2009
xakkmasterXakkMaster
Rated 09 Feb 2014
87
81st
A terrific adaptation of the stage version which doesn't really need to stray far from its theatrical origins. This a performance-driven moral discussion piece, and the performances are all brilliant.
Rated 09 Feb 2014
nandorizzinandorizzi
Rated 13 Apr 2009
75
71st
The film is worth mainly by trio of great actors. The initial argument is great, but it could have been better exploited.
Rated 13 Apr 2009
optimusmikeOptimus_mike
Rated 05 Jan 2009
80
71st
A excelllent film that strays away from holding your hand to much, untill the overacted end. All of the performances are extremely well acted and the final interview between Hoffman and Streep is simply mesmerizing. Viola Davis is amazing as the emotionally conflicted mother of the child. Her scene is very heartwrenching for both her and the boy. If it wasn't for the last minute or so of the film I would have given a higher score, but it is still a well made drama about a very sensetive sub
Rated 05 Jan 2009
teknicolorteknicolor
Rated 23 Jan 2009
90
92nd
I have such doubts (about the ending of this movie)!
Rated 23 Jan 2009
damildamil
Rated 12 Jan 2012
75
81st
Probably the best part about this movie for me was the performances. The three leads were all fantastic.
Rated 12 Jan 2012
zeytounzeytoun
Rated 07 Jan 2010
65
54th
Taut, mesmerizing, but robs the viewer of any satisfaction
Rated 07 Jan 2010
rufamRufam
Rated 27 Mar 2011
80
85th
Sublime direction, top-notch writing, flawless acting and elaborate production values mark "Doubt" as a superior motion picture. Shanley examines one of the most fundamental human traits with intelligence and sincerity. A subtle and expertly written script is brought to life by one of the best ensamples in recent memory: Streep is a force of nature, Hoffman is typically brilliant, while Adams and Davis are wonderfully fragile. The film asks difficult questions and packs an emotional wallop.
Rated 27 Mar 2011
trueagusTrueAgus
Rated 26 May 2015
80
58th
Great script, really great performances from each character. It surely make you wonder who's telling the truth.
Rated 26 May 2015
teftef
Rated 13 Jun 2009
0
1st
A movie that could summarized by Meryl Streep's last line. As a 'survivor' of sexual abuse myself...uh...this film sucks. Oh the ambiguity! Oh my moral compass, where doth it point! It points up your ass.
Rated 13 Jun 2009
cowfrappecowfrappe
Rated 27 Dec 2008
79
86th
The heavy-handedness of the direction (sweeping metaphor and strange, pointless camera angles, for example) certainly does not detract from some of the greatest acting of the year. The greatest accolades go to Adams who makes such good use of what little she has; every look, line, or reaction of hers is perfect.
Rated 27 Dec 2008
pigletPiglet
Rated 28 Jul 2009
80
91st
Could have been even better....
Rated 28 Jul 2009
nc2016NC2016
Rated 24 Jun 2017
90
68th
The breathtaking moment of Meryle Streep's confession
Rated 24 Jun 2017
capodelnullacapodelnulla
Rated 05 Jan 2020
80
81st
iki ayrı uçtan çok kötü işleyecek bir hikaye o kadar oturaklı ve zarif bir dille uyarlanmış ki tam o sinema iştahını doyuruyor. deakins'ın harika sinematografisi ve performanslar da eklenince senaryosu kadar başarılı bir film ortaya çıkıyor.
Rated 05 Jan 2020
lebarLebar
Rated 28 Mar 2009
70
28th
boooooring !!!
Rated 28 Mar 2009
meltmyfacemeltmyface
Rated 21 Jun 2009
70
46th
he did not do it
Rated 21 Jun 2009
peaceanarchyPeaceAnarchy
Rated 09 Apr 2009
72
32nd
The acting is excellent and like any good play the allegories and messages are clear and well executed. There's not much beyond that, though, it's a very theatrical production where everything serves to comment on the film's theme of doubt. The visuals are also surprisingly drab, though by no means bad.
Rated 09 Apr 2009
rokkobokkorokkobokko
Rated 09 Oct 2014
80
94th
Fantastic character performances. From rotten tomatoes: "Doubt succeeds on the strength of its top-notch cast, who successfully guide the film through the occasional narrative lull." Couldn't have said it better myself.
Rated 09 Oct 2014
wetwillieswetwillies
Rated 30 Jan 2012
90
80th
Wow. A blistering drama. Meryl Streep is typically fantastic, typically losing herself in the role. Amy Adams is great; Viola Davis has one damn scene and she was rightly nominated for an Academy Award, really excellent. Plus it is my favorite Philip Seymour Hoffman performance (not that I've seen many but it must count for something). And Shanley does a superb job directing it. The dialogue scenes are so damn thrilling. Just a really fine piece of filmmaking in general.
Rated 30 Jan 2012
halfangHalfang
Rated 11 Sep 2010
60
6th
I had doubts about where this movie was going to. None were answered.
Rated 11 Sep 2010
mainepurplemainepurple
Rated 01 Feb 2009
90
40th
This is such a sad story, kind of like she verses he kind of a story. The whole situation makes you really wonder did this event really happen or is it just heresay? I am puzzled to what really did happen. By the way MERYL STREEP was EXQUISITE! No wonder she nagged the S.A.G. award!! Oscar time for her!
Rated 01 Feb 2009
muutanetmuutanet
Rated 02 Mar 2009
83
88th
Great leading actors. The meating with all three in principal's office was prefectly choreographed; all movements, looks, pacing and disturbances in right places. Just perfect. Lacks with a decent ending.
Rated 02 Mar 2009
fra_paolofra paolo
Rated 11 Mar 2018
64
72nd
It does a good job at illustrating the sexist hierarchy of the Roman Catholic church, and at the way that more repressive attitudes probably did more to protect vulnerable children from predatory clerics than Vatican II-era relaxations. Meryl Streep's artifice will irritate the Meryl Streep haters, and contrasts rather nicely with Philip Seymour Hoffman's more naturalistic acting style.
Rated 11 Mar 2018
rickickerrickicker
Rated 22 Nov 2012
50
14th
The actors do good work, but nothing can save a script where a lightbulb keeps burning out in order to illustrate the evasiveness of truth. Contains quite possibly the worst "we have a title" moment in cinema history.
Rated 22 Nov 2012
leshiileshii
Rated 16 Feb 2009
71
59th
Viola Davis is the only excellent thing about this movie. It's not bad, but the "truth" is given away too easily and Streep's performance is not as good as some people say, particularly at the end.
Rated 16 Feb 2009
nepetaNepeta
Rated 01 Jul 2014
60
28th
Philip Seymour Hoffman, Meryl Streep and Amy Adams all compete with each other to give the best performance here and they all do a damn good job at that. Still an unexceptional film in many regards.
Rated 01 Jul 2014
gillyGilly
Rated 18 Jan 2010
80
71st
Das Machtspielchen zwischen Meryl Streep und Philip Seymor Hoffman ist ein fantastisches Schauspiel.
Rated 18 Jan 2010
zozanZozan
Rated 27 May 2009
2
1st
I got sooo bored.
Rated 27 May 2009
evnEv@n
Rated 05 Jan 2009
83
76th
Some of the best acting I've ever seen in a film. Everyone shined like a diamond in the sunlight. The movie itself was a slight let down, being just good when I expected great. Even if you aren't interested by the film's dark plot or think it just looks bad, see it for the acting, because the acting alone is an excuse to see the film. I may be in the minority here but I would have to say I thought Adams was better than Davis. Grade: B Plus
Rated 05 Jan 2009
closedmouthclosedmouth
Rated 10 Sep 2012
70
41st
It works despite some irritations, i.e., the direction isn't great, I didn't like Streep's performance, it betrays its stage origins frequently. Shanley seems to have lucked out pretty significantly regarding the people that congregated around him, although it's a strong script so I can understand why. There's too much shouting and emoting in the performances, I felt like they didn't fit the tone.
Rated 10 Sep 2012
bojanglesBojangles
Rated 07 Feb 2014
80
91st
Extremely stagey and powerfully acted.
Rated 07 Feb 2014
quickyapiQuickyAPI
Rated 18 Dec 2009
69
58th
In this cinema version of a play by the same director set in a catholic school in the 60's, a nun accuses a priest of abusing a black student. The three major actors put down great performances, especially Meryl Streep and Philip Seymour Hoffman. The story isn't new, but the dialogue is strong and the movie as a whole carries a certain amount of tension. Interesting trivia: only Philip Seymour Hoffman playing the priest knew whether the priest was guilty. The rest of the cast was not informed.
Rated 18 Dec 2009
bookhouseboybookhouseboy
Rated 14 Jun 2015
53
68th
#14#, story, reviews, PS.Hoffman/5B(RIP), Amy.A/7B4
Rated 14 Jun 2015
luna6ixLuna6ix
Rated 21 Apr 2009
81
78th
damned good acting, i mean, so good in fact that it carries a rather weaker written movie from being a failure. i was so impressed with meryl streep and philip seymour hoffman, i really did wonder though, why they tried so hard on their end when clearly the writer decided to make a movie completely devoid of interesting plot developments. also, i thought the ending was exceptional.
Rated 21 Apr 2009
tedted
Rated 12 Jul 2009
81
74th
Quite entertaining and intriguing. However, the scene with the boy's mom was rather silly (and I am mystified by the praise for the actress who played her).
Rated 12 Jul 2009
braddad68braddad68
Rated 16 Aug 2012
95
84th
Outstanding performances all around!
Rated 16 Aug 2012
helfen419helfen419
Rated 13 Jun 2009
64
24th
Excellent acting all around
Rated 13 Jun 2009
cowmanCowman
Rated 08 Mar 2023
75
75th
Expecting the most boring experience ever. A movie about priests, nuns and the lame, over-investigated topic of (religious) doubt. What a surprise! It's a snappy, darkly funny, very intense play adaptation. The theatrical performances and intense confrontations had me glued to my suet at some points. Phenomenal performances.
Rated 08 Mar 2023
billkerwinbillkerwin
Rated 26 Jan 2010
82
52nd
A fine play and fine performances. The direction (by the author) is serviceable,
Rated 26 Jan 2010
derekstarDerekstar
Rated 16 Aug 2009
90
85th
This movie is great. Very dense, and captivating. I appreciated not being force fed anything, watching the scenes unfold and coming to my own conclusions. We easily could have been told what to feel through camera angles or music, and to the film's credit we weren't. People have criticized this straight forward direction, which I find bizarre. With SUCH impressive performances I think that it's an indication of unbalanced priorities to criticize the film for un-flashy direction. Get over it.
Rated 16 Aug 2009
cstewart64CStewart64
Rated 20 Apr 2016
12
55th
W3E0P2S1V1M1A2R2.
Rated 20 Apr 2016
mjvmoviemanMJVmovieMan
Rated 27 Jan 2009
89
92nd
An acting powerhouse. Where the film leaves more conventional structure to be desired, the actors sure deliver, and I actually found "Doubt" to be quite thrilling. The film doesn't rely on the mechanics of the plot, but resides in its talented cast and the engrossing tension they create. Streep of course is a stonewall to be reckoned with, while Hoffman, Amy Adams and Viola Davis hold their own as well. For the best acting ensemble this year, look no further than this tightly-wound gem.
Rated 27 Jan 2009
ag0stomesmerAg0stoMesmer
Rated 17 Feb 2014
4
91st
Some brilliant performances and moments. Had they polished out more of the stage-play clunk this would've been great.
Rated 17 Feb 2014
zoranZoran
Rated 28 Jul 2017
90
92nd
Great acting . Great story.
Rated 28 Jul 2017
yoshinarutoYoshinaruto
Rated 21 Aug 2020
55
32nd
The idea is good, although the execution is a pretty glacial pacing that requires good acting and dialogue to keep it afloat. Luckily, it has both (Hoffman, Streep, Adams and Davis, can’t go wrong there), but then it has the audacity to have one of the most “so that’s it...” endings I’ve seen, making the entire experience feel more like a fly on the wall where next to nothing happens. It’s still probably worth seeing for the cast alone
Rated 21 Aug 2020
clark_novaClark Nova
Rated 15 Apr 2014
50
19th
Dull
Rated 15 Apr 2014
hahaHaha
Rated 24 Mar 2009
64
32nd
Great acting and script hampered by awkward directing that is neither fresh or exciting. Streep and Davis are in top form here, but PSH and Adams are unbearably average. Talent wasted.
Rated 24 Mar 2009
djrossdjross
Rated 15 Nov 2010
60
62nd
A generally good script, featuring some strong scenes, benefits greatly from the impressive performances of the principals. Embraces a greater level of complexity than can usually be expected from Hollywood, with only a few slightly awkward moments and a bit of somewhat heavy-handed symbolism detracting from the experience.
Rated 15 Nov 2010
nilkynarfynilkynarfy
Rated 03 Aug 2009
75
68th
Better than decent talkie which sucks you into its "did he or didn't he?" plot well enough that you're never really sure yourself. Meryl Streep puts in an impressive day's work, despite having the single worst line of her career (at the end of the movie)... yeah, it's even worse than "a dingo ate my baby!"
Rated 03 Aug 2009
rthornhillrthornhill
Rated 25 Feb 2009
84
38th
Enjoyed this for the fine performances of Streep, Hoffman, Adams and Davis. Overall the story was good, not great.
Rated 25 Feb 2009
barkybarky
Rated 09 Jun 2009
56
13th
Was there any thing to learn from this movie? you have to be a BIG fan of Meryl Streep to like this one.
Rated 09 Jun 2009
nutcrackrnutcrackr
Rated 26 Feb 2010
83
89th
Powerful film with great contrasts and superb performances.
Rated 26 Feb 2010
3drevelation3dRevelation
Rated 10 Mar 2012
83
86th
Who doesn't want to listen to Philip Seymour Hoffman and Meryl Streep scream at each other? The story is just ok here, but the acting is top notch even in a very small scene by Viola Davis.
Rated 10 Mar 2012
treeoflifetreeoflife
Rated 09 Jul 2019
62
17th
wow, this was a completely different experience from my first time watching of this film. the story doesn't flow well and i feel like there are unnecessary scenes rather than thinking *probably i didn't understand*. the main idea is super interesting though. the choices we make have complicated consequences and it's hard to be objective when there are so many different aspects to that choice. anyway, i'm just suprised and disappointed because my memory of this film was so much better.
Rated 09 Jul 2019
timon88Timon88
Rated 22 Feb 2020
73
70th
Worth seeing for Philip Seymour Hoffman alone--he is stupendous. It can be seen, especially these days, as an allegory of conservatism vs. liberalism--one that makes its points in a VERY heavy-handed fashion. Thank god the performances are so good--with lesser actors, that could have been damn near unwatchable.
Rated 22 Feb 2020
angelaminxangelaminx
Rated 16 Oct 2009
93
87th
this movie could have used some elaboration on the story but it was entertaining.
Rated 16 Oct 2009
vengefulkbmVengefulKBM
Rated 21 Feb 2015
60
35th
As far as seeing Great Actors shout at each other for two hours, this is a great movie. But it's soooooo ham-fistedly directed and adapted (by the original playwright, no less, who seems intent on beating you over the head until you can't see straight). "I HAVE SO MUCH DOUBT!" Yes. I get it. Still, remarkable performances from each of the four leads.
Rated 21 Feb 2015
mdruskinmdruskin
Rated 20 Mar 2009
82
81st
Very strong movie and due to incredible acting it's probably even better than the play. Provides no easy answers and difficult moral questions about faith, certainty and of course doubt. One of the best movies this year.
Rated 20 Mar 2009
squareheadSquarehead
Rated 12 Jan 2010
80
78th
I thought that this was a very good film, and certainly topical. The filmmakers' confidence to allow some ambuguity in the ending should be commended, as this certainly provides a catalyst for reflection and contemplation. Both Streep and Seymour Hoffman gave excellent performances but Davies stole the show in her one brief, but emotionally charged appearance. This scene added some fascinating complexity to a basic storyline. Organised religion, who needs it, eh?
Rated 12 Jan 2010
jordandcfcJordanDcFc
Rated 06 Apr 2011
82
71st
Great performances, good film. The film was basically all about the confrontations between Streep and Hoffman and occasionally chucking in Amy Adams too. The scenes featuring only one of the characters felt just like passing the time, waiting for the 'big' scenes.
Rated 06 Apr 2011
mattorama12mattorama12
Rated 08 Mar 2012
72
68th
Two criticisms come to mind immediately: feels like an acting reel and doesn't add anything cinematically to elevate it above a recorded play (like Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?). However, here, it worked really well. It will make you think about its themes and moral questions long after the credits roll.
Rated 08 Mar 2012
naurunauru
Rated 13 Oct 2009
38
28th
Nothing really happens. The two leads make the best they can of the script but there just isn't much to see here unfortunately.
Rated 13 Oct 2009
thaysdamasthaysdamas
Rated 22 Jan 2010
85
64th
I've a doubt yet.
Rated 22 Jan 2010
adrianadrian
Rated 12 Jan 2009
60
72nd
Worth watching for Streep's performance alone. Hoffman and Adams are also excellent. Some of the material is a bit platitudinous however.
Rated 12 Jan 2009

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