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Scott Pilgrim vs. the World 2010

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Michael Cera is Scott Pilgrim, a young slacker and bassist for a rubbish garage band called Sex Bob-omb. He's in love with the rollerblading Ramona Flowers (Mary Elizabeth Winstead, Grindhouse, Deathproof). To win her, Scott must defeat her seven evil ex-boyfriends who in turn all want to kill him. These boyfriends include a skateboarder, a vegan rock star and a pair of fearsome identical twins. The fantastic cast also includes Kieran Culkin, Jason Schwartzman, Brandon Routh (Superman) and Anna Kendrick (Up In The Air). More

This is a comic book adaptation and is Edgar Wright's third film after Shaun of the Dead and Hot Fuzz. Hide

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Andrew Hedley Flicks Writer

British director Edgar Wright has impressed so far (Shaun of the Dead was brilliant; Hot Fuzz was full-on but fun). With graphic novel adaptation Scott Pilgrim vs. the World, Wright returns to the twenty-something geekery celebrated in his much-loved TV show, Spaced. You get the feeling that he’s most comfortable here, giving Michael Cera a perfect platform to perform his schtick as a sexless slacker. More

Wright’s bold direction and visual storytelling reveals a breathtaking tour-de-force of inventiveness. Every scene, every moment of every scene, feels inspired, from Batman-type ‘pow!’ writing onscreen, to camera movement, to sound design. And it’s non-stop. This movie is not for epileptics.

This is so relentless that you almost start to dread the dramatic bits. You start to enjoy the gravy rather than the meat. The romance isn’t quite so compelling, you don’t really care which girl Scott ends up with, you’d much rather just sit back and let your eyes be dazzled and your funnybones be tickled.

It’s a cool cast, full of bit-parts from emerging comedic talent like Up in the Air’s Anna Kendrick or Funny People’s Aubrey Plaza. As for the gleeful villains, Jason Schwartzman is Rushmore’s Max Fischer with an overdose of megalomania, while Chris Evans’ comic turn as a preening action-star promises great things for next year’s Captain America.

This wacky oddity is probably less likely to draw older crowds but deserves to be seen. Colourful, contemporary and akin to cinematic candy, Scott Pilgrim is continuously funny and endlessly inventive. Hide

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EPIC!

008 Nobody (?)

Saw this very recently, and even potentially shouldn't be writing about it here, but OMG this was fantastic. Michael Cera, Kieran Culkin, Anaa Kendrick all awesome. The video game graphics, and 'THONK's displayed on screen just fantastic. Visually absolutely glorious. The comic timing is just astonishingly good, both from the actors, and the director via the editing suite and special effects. Edgar Wright's best work, and that's saying something! If you've got as far as this page you're interested enough in the film to give it a chance, please please please please do. It won't be anything like as good without a good sized crowd

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OTT

Linda-Vaughan Wannabe (?)

A suitable audience for this overactive movie is those who are under 25 and/or hyperactive...

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Brilliant!

James Nobody (?)

Loved it. It's perfect film making with every trick in the book coming out. Edgar Wright has clearly thought about each detail of this.

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it was alright...

Andria-Govender Nobody (?)

it depends on what kind of movies you like. the movie itself was good, with the effects & everything, so if you ARE going to watch it, go see it on the big screen but as for the plot... it was extremely cheesy. it WAS funny but it was the so-dry-it's-funny kind of funny...

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Worst Movie Ever

Peter Hallett Nobody (?)

Had a sneak peek of this film last night. Along with myself and 1/2 the cinema after the first 1hr walked out. Not recommended at all. The director should be shoot this film should have gone straight to DVD

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A film that redefines the 'L word'!

JBCollins Nobody (?)

I really enjoyed it. It had a solid cast and a brilliant director responsible for Spaced as well as Shaun of the Dead and Hot Fuzz. Scott Pilgrim vs. The World, easily holds up against his earlier works. Its flashy, colourful and exciting. Worth seeing at the cinema, I plan to see it more than once.

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EPICNESS!

Anthony Nobody (?)

Epic is the only word to describe this movie. Cera does a excellent performance as usual. Game references galore, effects and music where all top notch. Edgar Wright showed off his unique style as he did with Hot Fuzz and Shawn of the Dead. A must see for any action/comedy lover.

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A ripping rock and roll love story

Ken-Burns Flicks Superstar (?)

Great pace, easy to understand and mind boggling fight scenes. See it on imax or extreme screen up close, loud and drink beer. You'll have a memorable time out

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"I hear its not as good as the comic"

steveisatree Flicks Superstar (?)

one person said in the movie as Scott entered the Chaos Theater. I must concur.
It also needs to be in two films, I mean who can beat seven evil exes in two hours??? We may need to get the vegan police on this matter.

But all in all it is a fantastic, lovable, visually neat film!

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Got me smiling all day

Mark Nobody (?)

Flicks provides an excellent review which convinced me I'd enjoy the movie. Although I'm almost 50, and probably not in the target demographic, it is the most enjoyable movie I've seen for many years.

I would see it again simply because there is so much to take in. I definitely missed many of the pop-ups and probably many of the cultural references. But I did get the 'Arrested Development' references - that was where Michael Cera first came to comedy fame.

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Leigh Nobody (?)

We thought there was nothing good about this film. A waste of money! Have loved the other movies Michael Cera has been in but this was awful. We left after an hour. Only the second movie I have ever walked out of and my daughter's first and we go to a lot of movies! It was so bad that I had to write this comment!

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WOW

Chelsea Nobody (?)

This was amazing to watch. It was so unqiue and every scene was interesting. LOVED IT!!!! So random at the beginning but once you get the hang of it it just sweeps you away. Totally recommend this movie. Has become one of my faviourite movies ever.

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LOVED it

Miss B Nobody (?)

So different to other films out there, cool effects, great concept and awesome music. Love Michael Cera too -he can't do a move wrong in my eyes. Quirkey and Cool - would see it a second time

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"YEAH!!!!!!!!!!!"

Mick28 A-Lister (?)

Anyone who played video games like Sonic and Super Mario Bros back in the day will love this.

P.S. The Vegan Police are awesome.

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Comic led to Arcade game finally reaches movie!

Andrew Nobody (?)

The movie layout was very enjoyable but maybe not somthing my older relatives/ family member would enjoy. However unlike all the other "trolls" bagging on the movie its filming is very close to what the comic was actually like not to mention the arcade game!

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CRACK UP!!

Jenna Nobody (?)

If you like wacky humor this movies for you.

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STUIPID

gdog Nobody (?)

IT WAS STUIPID! DONT GO SEE IT!

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This year's feel-good-film

Wienerflop Wannabe (?)

Wow, I can't believe some of you who can't understand such simple humour... Scott Pilgrim is a spectacular film with amazing visuals, surprisingly good acting and a heartwarming ending.

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crap

CSBright Flicks Superstar (?)

crap crap crap crap crap crap crap it was the gayist most horrible borinest movie ever

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100 word review

100WordReviews Flicks Superstar (?)

Scott Pilgrim, 22, loves Ramona Flowers. However, if he is to date her, he must defeat her seven evil exes. Edgar Wright delivers a two hour sonic boom of pop-culture 8-bit hipsterism, smashing every genre in its wake. The dialog is crammed full of with wit and charm. The quick-fire editing is relentlessly sublime. Every performance is delivered with immense satisfaction. The effects constantly surprise with innovation and visual trickery. The sound design, flawless. The music, exceptional. No other movie of 2010 had me frothing coins from the mouth in anticipation of watching it a second time ‘round. K. O.

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The Worlds changed sides!

RebookeJJ A-Lister (?)

The Film was ok but i think they expressed using points to much, just making it like a arcade game purely.....
but to be fair i liked the storyline about the several evil boyfriends.

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Press Reviews

Christchurch Press (Margaret Agnew)

Adorable Michael Cera with his puppydog eyes, lends Scott Pilgrim (who is actually a bit of a dick), some much needed sympathy, but he's not entirely likeable. It's true that Scott's girlfriends - past and present - are too good for him, but then, isn't that true of most relationships? Full review.

Empire (UK)

It’s heartfelt, hilarious and a highly satisfying adaptation of the book. You don’t have to be a geek to adore it; you just have to remember being young. But one word of caution: Hollywood, don’t try to make a hundred of these. It won’t work. Full review.

Hollywood Reporter

This is a discouragingly limp movie in which nothing is at stake. Full review.

Hollywood Reporter

This is a discouragingly limp movie in which nothing is at stake. Full review.

Los Angeles Times

Though the fun is not so much in who wins or loses the girl - it's the playing that matters, and Scott Pilgrim vs. the World definitely has game. Full review.

New York Times

Its speedy, funny, happy-sad spirit is so infectious that the movie makes you feel at home in its world even if the landscape is, at first glance, unfamiliar. Full review.

Rolling Stone (USA)

Scott Pilgrim is a breathless rush of a movie that jumps off the screen, spins your head around and then stealthily works its way into your heart. Full review.

Total Film (UK)

w00t! Edgar Wright levels up with a fun, fizzy beat-‘em-up that’s part action, part comedy and all geek. Full review.