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Jumper (2008)

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Synopsis

Based on the Steven Gould novel, 'Jumper' follows a young man (Christensen) who discovers that he has the ability to teleport. In his quest for the man he believes is responsible for the death of his mother, the kid draws the attention of the National Security Agency and another youth (Jamie Bell) who has the same powers.

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From Time Out London

Although last-minute cast changes raised the age of its protagonist from 18 to 25, ‘Bourne Identity’ director Doug Liman’s adolescent wish-fulfilment fantasy about ‘jumper’ Hayden Christensen’s ability to teleport himself to any tourist spot on the globe is based on a ‘young adult’ novel. And it shows. First Christensen (Anodyne Skywalker from the ‘Star Wars’ sequels) escapes from his angry father, then he robs a bank to fund a colour supplement lifestyle. Later, he whisks his startled girlfriend (Rachel Bilson) off to Rome. But it’s not all about irresponsible hedonism.

With the reluctant help of scruffy fellow ‘jumper’ Jamie Bell, Christensen eludes the pursuing Paladins (don’t ask) lead by blond-barneted baddie Samuel Jackson. Then he embarks upon a predictable ‘coming-of-age’ quest to find his missing mother. CGI trickery and physical stunts abound, but the spastic action is more agitating than exciting. Long before the 88 minutes are up, you may be thinking, ‘Beam me up, Scottie’.

Author: Nigel Floyd

Time Out London Issue 1956 Feb 13-19 2008

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stevio said...

Posted on Jul 14 2008 11:52 a brilliant blood ruching film with jokes and action but the language could be a bit worse and rough more swearing definats

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LUCY said...

Posted on Jun 05 2008 23:53 This is the worst film I have ever seen, what a waste of money, damn good actors in utter bag of crap! I would hang my head in shame if I had penned the script, was really looking forward to it and wanted to jump out of my seat after the first ten minutes, what a bore! A child in kindergarten could devise a more interesting tale, there was no depth whatsoever, no surprises, no twists, nothing to keep you guessing, no reason for them to be hating eachother or at war! avoid at all costs! Shoudl have gone straight to the cutting room floor, all of it!

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eddy said...

Posted on Apr 10 2008 10:49 i thought it was cool it wasnt perfect but it had great potenial r how ever u spell it if anyone thinks this is sh*t try watchin 10000 bc its crap

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jen said...

Posted on Apr 06 2008 20:39 wow. most incredibly the shittiest film i have seen in awhile. and i actually like hayden christensan. and its not really his acting, but what was he thinking accepting a screenplay like that? maybe if its for four year olds. cringing, cringing the whole time. what a shit film. what the hell happened? the director in the past is not half bad. is this something he takes home and expects an award for? if i was anyone involved in the making of this film i would be embarrassed and never own up to being a part of it! save your time and money. hope to see something incredible come out of the actors and director in near future or they will go down with this jummper ship for the rest of their careers

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Hardinho said...

Posted on Mar 29 2008 13:40 Great movie. definately a movie for teens/7-12 yr olds.
Want 2 see it again cos its so gd!!!

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M.Y.A said...

Posted on Mar 25 2008 18:43 this was utter rubbish!!!! totally not what i accpected!!! it stinks, wprse than my sh*t!!!! no joke.

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H said...

Posted on Mar 25 2008 00:07 Greatly entertaining. Not to be taken too seriously, action packed film with some good acting. Would recommend.

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Mario said...

Posted on Mar 22 2008 19:23 Firstly, if you're reading this, don't listen to the people who said it was crap because they don't like how the film goes.. it's a fast-paced entertaining film which goes into detail on the whole 'jumper' thing (i would want too see more detail but hey, no film's perfect).
Happy to give it 4 stars

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Pea said...

Posted on Mar 21 2008 18:51 I loved watching Jumper - I found it exciting from beginning to end. In my opinion, the very ending seemed very unfinished, but hopefully this signifies a sequel! I don't understand why someone would dislike this particular film that they would walk out of the cinema - I've seen much, MUCH worse films than this one before. Jumper was great! =]

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Jack said...

Posted on Mar 20 2008 16:47 erm ok definetely not the best film ive ever seen but not the worst either it was quite good the plot was enjoyable but rubbish cast hayden christiansen shud stik 2 star wars all in all ok film :|

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Pedro said...

Posted on Mar 20 2008 10:00 Wooly jumper ohh what a wooooollllly jumper! I wud give this no stars if the system allowed me too! aload of bollocks!

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sdkjhewjgh said...

Posted on Mar 20 2008 09:23 i hated this filmo much i walked outtt dont ever watch this crap film 1!!!

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.... said...

Posted on Mar 20 2008 09:21 shitte and aboulote crap film dont waste yur money going to watch this peice of shitee theres no story line and i fell asleep and then walked ourt the film i would have rather watched a snail .. !!!

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s said...

Posted on Mar 19 2008 20:37 it was a really gd film i wld watch it again

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rocwell said...

Posted on Mar 19 2008 16:22 great concept, crap film, the lead actor cant act, jamie bell is irritating and samuel L jackson was uninspiring. wait for dvd if you must see this film but even then you'll be disappointed...unless youv;e never seen a decent film before!

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