ROTTEN TOMATOES: "Apocalypto" Later

"Apocalypto" Later

by Scott Weinberg | April 18, 2006

Mel Gibson's Apocalypto, some sort of adventure drama delivered only in ancient Mayan (I think), has been pushed back from August 4th to December 8th, where it will now compete with the rom-com Holiday and the sports drama We Are Marshall -- unless one of those flicks decides to get out of Gibson's way.

"Set against the turbulent end times of the once great Mayan civilization, a man's idyllic existence is brutally disrupted by a violent invading force, and he is taken on a perilous journey to a world ruled by fear and oppression where a harrowing end awaits him. Through a twist of fate and spurred by the power of his love for his woman and his family he will make a desperate break to return home and to ultimately save his way of life."

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dracus writes:
on Apr 18 2006 04:57 AM

It seems to me that the studio is sensing that Apocalypto has a shot at best picture and wants to ensure that it's front and center during Oscar season and not forgotten the way The Passion was.

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renny2077 writes:
on Apr 18 2006 05:38 AM

I can't wait to see this film. Knowing Gibson's directorial works, I've no doubts that this is going to be great. With alot of directors taking home more than one oscar these days, Gibson might be feeling a need for a comeback during the Oscar season. It's been a while since Braveheart.

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Elixir writes:
on Apr 18 2006 06:20 AM

i have my doubts. i dont think she should have had done the same thing with this movie and went completely miyan language on us.

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aconline writes:
on Apr 18 2006 06:24 AM

In reply to this comment (#833882)
Passion was no forgotten. It was too controversial and religious for the Academy to accept. It was almost a perfect 50% here on good old RT. It was also one of the most reviewed movies of the year. I do agree that making it in the Mayan language is a downside. I just find it funny that movies move to December to be remembered for the Awards. Gladiator debuted in May, was on dvd in Oct or something like that, and won Best Picture.

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joker2000 writes:
on Apr 18 2006 07:17 AM

historically it's more difficult to market a movie to the academy awards if it's released outside of the awards season. You are right about Gladiator being released early in the year. Braveheart was also released in May, and just recently Crashed won best picture too and that was also released in May as far as I recall. But historically the majority of NOMINEES are released around the holiday. Oscar hopefuls are initially more interested on the nominations to gain momentum and for boxoffice purposes, then they deal with the win afterwards.

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plinky writes:
on Apr 18 2006 07:41 AM

The recent article on Time magazine mentions that the lead character is a tiger, so I suppose just like The Passion, the language and dialogue is not an issue. This movie sounds weird but I"m very interested on how it turns out.

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Prosper761 writes:
on Apr 18 2006 08:03 AM

Does Gibson's egomaniacal insanity know no bounds? After the appalling "Passion" (not at all a religious film, but a gruesome study in brutality and torture), he makes a movie about a dead civilization whose entire belief system is based on blood sacrifices. For a man who claims to be an ultra-conservative Catholic, he certainly seems obsessed with torture and human suffering. You couldn't pay me to see "Apocalypto."

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vanquenton writes:
on Apr 18 2006 08:37 AM

So then don't watch it, why are you bothering to look at web sites for this movie at all? Prosper761=Troll.

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alsanali writes:
on Apr 18 2006 09:02 AM

Yes, Mel Gibson is evil because he makes violent movies. If it weren't for him, violence in movies would not exist. Damn him and his Australian heritage!

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eye_see writes:
on Apr 18 2006 09:19 AM

In reply to this comment (#833885)
Um last I checked having a 50% on good old RT is a bad thing. 60 or higher is good.

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woot writes:
on Apr 18 2006 09:33 AM

The trailer for this movie is incredibly bad. It's boring and does nothing to introduce us to the plot or characters. It acts like a teaser that doesn't tease.

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dracus writes:
on Apr 18 2006 10:16 AM

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Curse Gibson for trying to be original and making movies outside the box especially when he could be making such high quality movies like The Cave and Rocky 6. Why that dirty lowdown no good uppity Aussie!!!! Just who does he think he is for swimming against the Hollywood stream? AND don't get me started on how I feel about him introducing violence to movies for the first time by reenacting the horrors of what a crucifixion must have looked like!!!

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glenbo writes:
on Apr 18 2006 10:48 AM

Mel Gibson is such a character; in a good way I mean. He does what he believes and I respect that. The Passion was such an enigma in film that caused a lot of controversey in dividing the nation. It was a very well-made film that did over-illustrate the violence a bit, but it was still a very good movie with fine performances and a great message not firmilar to Hollywood.

I also respect his strive for historical accuracy by using the real languages of the cultures. I mean sure it's nice and easier to see a Hollywood film about ancient Rome in perfect English, but you just don't get the true accuracy and real feel of the civilization. As a person with a masters degree in history, I enjoy films that take themselves seriously and present us with an experience that's real as possible.

As for Apocalypto, I think it will be a great movie that explores the extravagant cultures of the ancient Myan people.

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woot writes:
on Apr 18 2006 10:54 AM

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I agree it's cool to use the original languages, but let's not go overboard with the "historical accuracy" stuff. The Passion followed the "stations of the cross" Catholic tradition, not the Bible. Not that the Bible is historically accurate either, but it's bound to be more accurate than anything Catholic.

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dsence writes:
on Apr 18 2006 11:38 AM

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I bet you'll see it

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dracus writes:
on Apr 18 2006 12:00 PM

In reply to this comment (#833896)
You said and I quote: "Not that the Bible is historically accurate either, but it's bound to be more accurate than anything Catholic." That's a pretty inflammatory and broad statement to make against a religion that's been around since the time of Christ and presently has a billion members worldwide. Care to back that up with more than just loose talk? Better yet, why not do us all a favor and follow the purpose of this thread by making sensible comments about Mel Gibson movies.

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woot writes:
on Apr 18 2006 12:16 PM

I apologize if my comment was offensive. It is well-known, however, that because of its claim that it is the "original church," it does tend to hold tradition in higher esteem than scripture. Also, the Catholic church hasn't been around since time of Christ any more than all of the protestant religions have been.

The Catholic church has changed and reinvented itself and incorporated various outside beliefs (christian and otherwise) so often that it is a far cry from its original incarnation. Similarly, the various protestant sects combined catholic teaching and new doctrine. The fact that they changed their names doesn't mean they have any less continuity than the Catholic organization. There is also the fact that history does not provide evidence that the Catholic church is an any way a continuation of the organization established at the time of Jesus.

Also keep in mind that the majority is often wrong and numbers do not equal virtue. Anyway, this is an issue that thousands of books have been written about so there's no way I can give it its due here.

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dracus writes:
on Apr 18 2006 02:01 PM

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My point is what has yours or anyone else�s view of the Catholic Church got to do with this thread that's supposed to be about Apocalypto being released at a later date? Like The Passion, this is Mel Gibson's movie and his money, if you like it go see it, if not don't. It's not a forum for you to express your views on the Catholic Church or Gibson's personal views. The last time I looked, Rotten Tomatoes was set up for entertainment views, not political or religious.

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cgcbooks writes:
on Apr 18 2006 03:27 PM

It's just a movie for Christ sake. Who cares?

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dracus writes:
on Apr 18 2006 04:37 PM

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Ditto.

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