Blade Runner

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Blade Runner

R

Released Jun 25, 1982

2h 2m

Sci-Fi

Mystery & Thriller

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Deckard (Harrison Ford) is forced by the police Boss (M. Emmet Walsh) to continue his old job as Replicant Hunter. His assignment: eliminate four escaped Replicants from the colonies who have returned to Earth. Before starting the job, Deckard goes to the Tyrell Corporation and he meets Rachel (Sean Young), a Replicant girl he falls in love with.

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Misunderstood when it first hit theaters, the influence of Ridley Scott's mysterious, neo-noir Blade Runner has deepened with time. A visually remarkable, achingly human sci-fi masterpiece.

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Pauline Kael

The New Yorker

This movie loses track of the few expectations it sets up, and the formlessness adds to a viewer's demoralization -- the film itself seems part of the atmosphere of decay.

Sep 19, 2023

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Scott Cain

Atlanta Journal-Constitution

Ridley Scott ought to be a set decorator, rather than a director. In Blade Runner, he loses sight of the story while devoting all his attention to decor and lighting. The decor and lighting, it must be admitted, are stupendous.

Rated: 3/5

Nov 9, 2021

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Zaki Hasan

San Francisco Chronicle

Still profound 18 years after its sell-by date, Blade Runner remains worthy of acclaim and analysis even as it exists in a "future" with very little resemblance to the one that came to pass.

Nov 18, 2019

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Clotilde Chinnici

Loud and Clear Reviews

Thanks to its powerful visuals and brilliant acting, it is a movie that does not get old: no matter how many times you revisit it, there will always be some new elements or symbolism that stand out with each rewatch.

Rated: 4.5/5

Sep 14, 2024

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Matt Brunson

Film Frenzy

Rarely in the annals of film history has a movie received a complete critical and popular reevaluation in as short a period of time as Blade Runner (and those of us who championed it since Day One plugged it at every opportunity).

Rated: 4/4

Aug 20, 2024

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Dennis Harvey

48 Hills

One of the 1980s greatest sci-fi films—or greatest films, period.

Jan 12, 2024

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Lenny C

The story delves into the film noir genre with a hint of romance. The visuals are breathtaking and have stood the test of time. The standout feature of this film is the incredible set design and landscapes. Ridley Scott makes excellent use of colors, uniquely depicting the futuristic city of Los Angeles as both gloomy and sparkling by blending dark tones with touches of bright colors. Even though the world of Blade Runner has been an inspiration for many artists, the film is not perfect. It tries to mix the story of the hunt for the fugitive Replicants with a romantic arc between Deckard and a Replicant from Tyrell, which could have been wiped off the script for the better. Overall, the film features superb visuals and good performances, but also a terrible romantic arc and questionable character choices. Even though I think the film is very good, I wish the plot had been more polished. Read more on my Substack: https://lennycritiques.substack.com/p/blade-runner-1982-b1b

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

04/15/25

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thiago s

Filme mais ou menos, o roteiro é fraco, as cenas são mais ou menos, a história é mais ou menos, o elenco é mais ou menos, e alguns ajudam a melhorar o filme, os personagens são fracos, e o filme deveria ter cenas bem melhores e relevantes, para ser bom.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

04/06/25

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Audience Member

Visually great. The sets are amazing. Makes you think about how far into the future replicants could definitely happen, considering they can already do it with sheep. Very contemplative and great theme. Overall great movie. 9/10.

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

04/05/25

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Paul S

This film was incredible on so many levels. The story was compelling and the visuals were beautiful, and the scenery and atmosphere the movie produced were astounding. I had so much fun watching this movie, I definitely recommend it for sci-fi fans!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

04/04/25

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Horror fan 4

It's good but not great. I,robot is a better movie. I liked the characters but the story was simple and not that exciting. At times I was bored. Overall it's a good movie but hopefully the sequel is better. Tim Treakle

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

03/24/25

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Frans B

Just might be the most iconic sci-fi film ever made. The menacing vibe provided by the production and cinematography of those rain slicked streets and seedy vistas will not be replicated anytime soon. Eerie is the word. Ridley Scott have a winner here and the character cast is spot on. Masterpiece

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

03/23/25

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Synopsis

Deckard (Harrison Ford) is forced by the police Boss (M. Emmet Walsh) to continue his old job as Replicant Hunter. His assignment: eliminate four escaped Replicants from the colonies who have returned to Earth. Before starting the job, Deckard goes to the Tyrell Corporation and he meets Rachel (Sean Young), a Replicant girl he falls in love with.

Director: Ridley Scott
Producer: Michael Deeley, Charles de Lauzirika
Screenwriter: Hampton Fancher, David Webb Peoples, Philip K. Dick
Distributor: Warner Bros. Pictures
Production Co: Blade Runner Partnership, Shaw Brothers, Warner Bros., Ladd Company, Scott Free Productions
Rating: R
Genre: Sci-Fi, Mystery & Thriller
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Jun 25, 1982, Wide
Release Date (Streaming): Jun 9, 2013
Box Office (Gross USA): $3.9M
Runtime: 2h 2m
Sound Mix: Dolby A, Magnetic Stereo 6 Track, Dolby Stereo, Surround
Aspect Ratio: 70mm, Scope (2.35:1)

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