I Am Legend

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Gary G I read the novel on which this is based when I was a child. That was a long time ago, and while I remember the outline of the story I could not compare movie adaptations to the original. Perhaps this film is best enjoyed if you haven't read the novel, and are evaluating it as it comes at you. I saw Last Man on Earth and Omega man, and wasn't particularly impressed. Personally I found Will Smith's portrayal far more compelling than Price's or Heston's. There were some silly aspects and inconsistencies to this version, but taken as a whole I thought it worked. (Here's one obvious goof: it's supposed to be 3 years after the majority of humanity has been wiped out, yet gasoline is still usable? Not likely.) Where this movie succeeds is examining Nevil's struggle to retain his sanity in a world gone insane. It is a measure of his growing madness when, as the last uninfected man in NYC, he still thinks he can "fix this." This is an entertaining movie, largely thanks to Will Smith. Rated 4/5 Stars •  Rated 4 out of 5 stars 08/17/25 Full Review Jacopo D È un film ben diretto e ben scritto, intrattenente fino all'ultimo e inquietante. Will Smith è incredibile nella sua performance e la storia è nettamente interessante. Ma purtroppo è zeppo di problemi, partendo dalla cgi che è pessima anche per gli anni in cui è stato fatto e la comparsa di Anna è troppo improvvisa e mal costruita, il finale è troppo veloce e rende l'eroico gesto del protagonista poco significativo, ma detto ciò rimane un bel finale. Rated 3/5 Stars •  Rated 3 out of 5 stars 08/12/25 Full Review Hughe J I am Legend was released in 2007 and is very loosely based on the novel of the same name written by Richard Matheson. This is the third movie adaption of the material I have seen with the earlier ones being The Last Man on Earth starring Vincent Price and The Omega Man starring Charleton Heston. Each version took liberties with the script but all three had their moments. I am Legend stars Will Smith in another movie where he sort of plays Will Smith just in a different environment. Smith is a US Army Doctor who survives a plague that wiped out most of humanity but turned many of the survivors into violent mutants or something; the movie never really explains what they are. Of course Smith is working on the cure to save humanity when things go wrong and so forth. The SFX are largely pretty good, the acting is decent, the modified plot goes way off course, and the ending is extremely predictable. Worth a watch but the book is much better. Rated 3/5 Stars •  Rated 3 out of 5 stars 07/20/25 Full Review Mitch B This is an awesome movie. Between WIll Smith's performance and the action, I am sold on this movie. Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 07/17/25 Full Review Vishal J I heard a lot about the movie but its was disappointing. Overrated Rated 2/5 Stars •  Rated 2 out of 5 stars 07/09/25 Full Review Zach W. It has been a while since I have felt like a film was crafted specifically for me. First: I watched I Am Legend alone with my dog and it was certainly an unforgettable experience. Second: The amount of Bob Marley music and love is praiseworthy. Third: I have to admit that I love the concept of multiple endings as I watched both the Theatrical Release ending and the Alternate ending. Though the plot is extremely simple and certain plot details may not be fully explained, I Am Legend is a riveting science fiction film that encompasses heart and soul amidst a minimalist setting. Will Smith delivers a strong lead performance as Robert Neville and there are several moments throughout I Am Legend where Smith almost moved me to tears. Both emotional and exhilarating, I Am Legend builds its intensity through its inescapable sense of isolation. The audience gets to experience the daily activities of Neville and I Am Legend fully immerses the audience into a tense conflict between a sole survivor and haunting creatures that stalk the night. Between the two endings, I found the Alternate ending to be more thought provoking. Though the Theatrical ending is more definitive, the Alternate ending allows for the audience to draw their own conclusions. The Alternate ending also introduces more unique developments that challenge the entire premise of Neville’s actions. Regardless, both endings feel suitable for I Am Legend. Though the practical effects look slightly dated, director Francis Lawrence is still able to infuse heart, style, and personality into a zombie thriller. Will Smith was a great choice for lead actor and his ability to facilitate a connection with the audience is among some of the most impressive in Hollywood. Overall, I Am Legend is a constant reminder that impressive storytelling can make a film standout amidst an oversaturated genre. The performance from the dog has to be one of the best animal performances that I have ever seen. I Am Legend is definitely worthy of a sequel, but only if Will Smith and Francis Lawrence return. Rated 4.5/5 Stars •  Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 06/26/25 Full Review Read all reviews

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