Okay so FINALLY, I have seen it and I was really impressed. I don't know what else to add right now. Still getting over the fact that I've finally seen it.
Something I've been wondering about:
Does Jeff(Jacob Latimore) die in the movie? Because in the book the Med-jacks both survive until the end of the series, so I'm curious if they killed both of them off.
I am not 100% sure just because some things in that final climax became such a blur because it was all so intense but I think I remember him being killed by a Griever just before they escape the maze. Pretty sure. Sam may be able to back me up.
Oh and another thing, you may not want to know this Jason so just warning you.
When Ava Paige shot herself I was freaking out. I had no idea what the hell was going on and then I started to realised what their intentions were for doing that and I was just so impressed.
Okay so my overall impression of it was they they did an absolutely fantastic job at adapting it. And one thing I took into consideration a lot was this was Wes Ball's first film and the screenwriters first feature length film. And for a first attempt at making a movie of such significance, they did a damn good job. In fact, you wouldn't think this is their first time at all.
I loved the whole visual aspect of it. I thought all those departments e.g. production design, art department, cinematography, they all just nailed the visual part of the movie and it just looked so stunning and I think what they did with a $30 million budget was quite incredible. They made it look like their budget was 5 times as much, it just looked so believable. But damn I loved the way it was shot. Even better than I was ever imagining.
I thought it was great to see one of these YA films just start off and you're already in the midst of things. There's barely any time to just relax and get all that exposition to everything going on explained. It's snappy, to the point which makes sense because we're following Thomas who has no idea about anything. Even though the first hour or so which is much slower paced still feels like a lot is going on even though they haven't even entered the maze yet.
In terms of faithfulness to the book, I had absolutely no problem with the fact that there were a lot of changes. Everything still worked and the necessary scenes that we all loved from the book were still there. I think the way the changed the whole ending was just really smart. There was one thing that I was a bit iffy about which I think defeated the purpose and shock value of a scene that came after it, but besides that the climax was fantastic.
MUSIC. Holy fuck the music was amazing. First time composer and he smashed it. It was very tribal sounding, but then very action-oriented music but still containing some very intimate tracks to accompany the more intimate kind of scenes.
The Grievers were terrifying and totally worth building them up in the trailers. The first time you hear their cries as they're in the Glade is scary as hell. I freaked out and was like shit, I'm not that keen to get in the maze now. I honestly got a little scared at the thought of them finally appearing. Just nailed them.
I guess the main problems would be that the script was pretty good, but a little dodgy in some parts and possibly could have been written better and I feel like some characters could have been fleshed out a little better and the relationships developed a bit more (namely Thomas and Minho and Thomas and Teresa). But the latter was mainly due to the fact that Teresa was a little underused. The only problem I have with that is because she is quite an integral part to the story and to Thomas in the future instalments so I'm hoping they can work on that a little more during The Scorch Trials.
But in all honesty the problems didn't overpower the overall movie for me because I was still very impressed and proud of the final product. I'm trying to think what else to cover but I've already written so much so that'll do. I'm really happy with what Wes has done and I am seriously so excited at the prospect of him continuing and finishing this series. I already can't wait for The Scorch Trials.
I saw it today. It was amazing, a really great adaptation. There were several changes from the book inded, but the suspense and action were perfect. I want to watch it again already
Lol seems like more and more people find the explanation to why they're in there just stupid and implausible. Anyway, it's the first time in a long time that the general consenus has been more favourable than unfavourable to one of these YA dystopian adaptations so I'm happy.
RT: "With strong acting, a solid premise, and a refreshingly dark approach to its dystopian setting, The Maze Runner stands out from the crowded field of YA sci-fi adventures."
RT: "With strong acting, a solid premise, and a refreshingly dark approach to its dystopian setting, The Maze Runner stands out from the crowded field of YA sci-fi adventures."
I honestly never felt more satisfied with a book-to-movie adaption. It was so well done, especially considering it's Wes Ball's first feature film. Even my brother who never read the books thought it was amazing.
Guys the movie was AWESOME! But holy shit Im still so confused I forgot everything about the book but I do know there were definitely some changes. I have a couple of questions lol:
So at the end when Paige shoots herself how is she still alive? Was Gally stabbed in the book as well? Wasnt there a fight scene at the end of the book of ppl shooting each other? BTW James Dashner's cameo was cool.
Now I loved how the movie gets you wrapped up in it. Its not boring at all and its kind of scary like wtf my bro will shit his pants haha. I love it. The script was definitely not the best but all in all I gotta see it again.
I think everyone is asking the same question as to how Ava Paige survived. I thought it was such a great addition to the movie though to convince them even more of the situation they 'think' is going on. And nope, Gally wasn't stabbed but he also wasn't stung in the book, he was controlled. But who knows, WCKD might've still been controlling him at that point. And can't remember about the fight scene. All I know is that the WCKD people are still alive when they find them and they try to explain things but then the 'rebels' come in and kill them? My memory is a little hazy though.
I'm pretty sure she fake her death it was all a stunt just to making them believe wkcd is good Lol and the rebels saving them are not actual rebels but working for wkcd . I might be wrong but that's what I understood so I need to watch again.
I haven't read the books, but I had great expectations for The Maze Runner and I wasn't disappointed because loved the film. I don't understand why so many people are not liking the third act, that ending just gets me more excited and I can't wait to see what's next.
I'm surprised you guys have barely mentioned Chuck's last scene, that was one of my favorite parts of the movie.
Fox’s The Maze Runner ended up on the high end of this morning’s estimate and after its core audience came out on Saturday night to give the sci-fi actioner around a 20% boost, it will likely run in with $32.5M to $33M+. Grosses from 48 more international markets will be reported tomorrow; Maze Runner opened last weekend overseas to very strong numbers. The adaptation of the YA novel by James Dashner tracked better with males than Divergent did, but it still garnered interest from young females. Probably because of Dylan O’Brien (of MTV’s Teen Wolf). Although the first two acts of Maze Runner were exciting, the third act was confusing. However, filmmakers set this one up for a sequel and, in fact, the next installment is already in pre-production. Good thing this one opened.
I thought the funniest moment was when they had escaped and they're in the tunnel and the camera pans up to the exit sign above the door. That was so good.
From Boxofficemojo: Moviegoers did award it a solid "A-" CinemaScore, which suggests word-of-mouth will be good. If The Maze Runner follows Divergent's pattern, it will wrap up with nearly $90 million.
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Oh and another thing, you may not want to know this Jason so just warning you.
I loved the whole visual aspect of it. I thought all those departments e.g. production design, art department, cinematography, they all just nailed the visual part of the movie and it just looked so stunning and I think what they did with a $30 million budget was quite incredible. They made it look like their budget was 5 times as much, it just looked so believable. But damn I loved the way it was shot. Even better than I was ever imagining.
I thought it was great to see one of these YA films just start off and you're already in the midst of things. There's barely any time to just relax and get all that exposition to everything going on explained. It's snappy, to the point which makes sense because we're following Thomas who has no idea about anything. Even though the first hour or so which is much slower paced still feels like a lot is going on even though they haven't even entered the maze yet.
In terms of faithfulness to the book, I had absolutely no problem with the fact that there were a lot of changes. Everything still worked and the necessary scenes that we all loved from the book were still there. I think the way the changed the whole ending was just really smart. There was one thing that I was a bit iffy about which I think defeated the purpose and shock value of a scene that came after it, but besides that the climax was fantastic.
MUSIC. Holy fuck the music was amazing. First time composer and he smashed it. It was very tribal sounding, but then very action-oriented music but still containing some very intimate tracks to accompany the more intimate kind of scenes.
The Grievers were terrifying and totally worth building them up in the trailers. The first time you hear their cries as they're in the Glade is scary as hell. I freaked out and was like shit, I'm not that keen to get in the maze now. I honestly got a little scared at the thought of them finally appearing. Just nailed them.
I guess the main problems would be that the script was pretty good, but a little dodgy in some parts and possibly could have been written better and I feel like some characters could have been fleshed out a little better and the relationships developed a bit more (namely Thomas and Minho and Thomas and Teresa). But the latter was mainly due to the fact that Teresa was a little underused. The only problem I have with that is because she is quite an integral part to the story and to Thomas in the future instalments so I'm hoping they can work on that a little more during The Scorch Trials.
But in all honesty the problems didn't overpower the overall movie for me because I was still very impressed and proud of the final product. I'm trying to think what else to cover but I've already written so much so that'll do. I'm really happy with what Wes has done and I am seriously so excited at the prospect of him continuing and finishing this series. I already can't wait for The Scorch Trials.
Hope you like it!
Now I loved how the movie gets you wrapped up in it. Its not boring at all and its kind of scary like wtf my bro will shit his pants haha. I love it. The script was definitely not the best but all in all I gotta see it again.
And Rich
I'm pretty sure she fake her death it was all a stunt just to making them believe wkcd is good Lol and the rebels saving them are not actual rebels but working for wkcd . I might be wrong but that's what I understood so I need to watch again.
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And this scene was so great, and funny:
http://deadline.com/2014/09/maze-runner-box-office-walk-among-the-tombstones-this-is-where-i-leave-you-837209/
Under a year to go!