Fallen

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Fallen

R

Released Jan 16, 1998

2h 4m

Mystery & Thriller

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After witnessing the execution of serial killer Edgar Reese (Elias Koteas), whom he arrested, police detective John Hobbes (Denzel Washington), and his partner, Jonesy (John Goodman), are soon investigating another murderer whose mode of operation is eerily similar to Reese's. In the course of the investigation, Hobbes meets theology professor Gretta Milano (Embeth Davidtz), who introduces him to the world of the occult and the possibility that an evil spirit is behind the killings.

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Critics Consensus

Has an interesting premise. Unfortunately, it's just a recycling of old materials, and not all that thrilling.

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Lisa Schwarzbaum

Entertainment Weekly

Rated: C

Sep 7, 2011

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Emanuel Levy

Variety

Denzel Washington has the almost impossible task of holding together a convoluted picture that's only intermittently suspenseful and not very engaging emotionally or intellectually.

Jan 11, 2008

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Lisa Alspector

Chicago Reader

The first half of this movie holds some promise, but time is not on its side.

Jan 11, 2008

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James Croot

Stuff.co.nz

Fallen is more of a cult film, one that seems to gain more fans each year, all falling under its wild narrative’s spell and unable to listen to a certain Rolling Stones song in quite the same way again.

Rated: 3.5/5

Nov 18, 2022

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Yael Shuv

Total Film

This overlong, rigidly boring affair suffers from a whole list of ailments.

Rated: 2/5

Jun 1, 2018

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David Nusair

Reel Film Reviews

...an erratic yet rewarding thriller...

Rated: 3.5/4

Nov 11, 2012

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D. M

Great cast in a suspenseful story with twists and turns. Denzel Washington portrayal is stromg enough to gloss over any shortcomings. Highly recommend.

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

06/19/24

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F R

Interesting unique premise and execution. Denzel Washington and Supporting Cast do a great job.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

06/08/24

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Audience Member

This movie is one of my favourites. It has a rich plot and has a twist ending that while is unsatisfactory following the story arch of a movie, is ultimately better and more satisfying than any other option. It has an amazing story line that truly developed beautifully over the course of the film.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

06/08/24

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Cyrus M

Really enjoyed it. Not bad at all, and it’s a crazy movie.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

05/13/24

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Dan R

One of my favourite films of all time is 1998's 'Fallen'. SYNOPSIS: 'Homicide detective John Hobbes witnesses the execution of serial killer Edgar Reese. Soon after the execution, the killings start again, and they are very similar to Reese's style.' 'Fallen' never got the acclaim it deserved on its release, especially considering the quality within the acting cast. In recent years though it has taken on a life of its own as a brilliant supernatural thriller. And that's well deserved. This is a gloomy and dark city, very much akin to the world of 'Seven', and you could imagine both films existing in a shared universe. It's erratic in places, and Washington really hams it up in places, but ultimately it's a very stylish and dark thriller. One which could easily provoke nightmares. A creepy psychological classic with an excellent twist. And that Rolling Stones song will be stuck in your head for days. 8/10

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

03/03/24

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Paul K

Disappointing, could have been so much more.

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

02/23/24

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Synopsis

After witnessing the execution of serial killer Edgar Reese (Elias Koteas), whom he arrested, police detective John Hobbes (Denzel Washington), and his partner, Jonesy (John Goodman), are soon investigating another murderer whose mode of operation is eerily similar to Reese's. In the course of the investigation, Hobbes meets theology professor Gretta Milano (Embeth Davidtz), who introduces him to the world of the occult and the possibility that an evil spirit is behind the killings.

Director: Gregory Hoblit
Producer: Charles Roven, Dawn Steel
Screenwriter: Nicholas Kazan
Distributor: Warner Bros. Pictures
Production Co: Turner Pictures, Atlas Entertainment
Rating: R (Violence|Language)
Genre: Mystery & Thriller
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Jan 16, 1998, Wide
Release Date (Streaming): May 1, 2008
Box Office (Gross USA): $25.2M
Runtime: 2h 4m
Sound Mix: Dolby SR, DTS, Dolby Stereo, Surround, SDDS, Dolby A, Dolby Digital
Aspect Ratio: Scope (2.35:1)

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