Oblivion (3/10) Movie CLIP - I've Been Watching You (2013) HD

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Community Discussion

What Viewers Think

Overall Sentiment: Mixed · Consensus: Viewers generally praised the movie’s twist, performances, and memorable scenes, while noting that it feels underrated and that its unconventional style may limit broader reception.

What People Liked

One viewer exclaimed "I absolutely loved this movie. Don't think it ever got the recognition it deserved."
Another highlighted "Loved this twist."
A comment praised the cast: "Morgan Freeman is so cool great acting."
Someone enjoyed the action: "Such a cool scene with Tom Cruise and Morpheus Freeman."

Common Complaints

Some felt the film’s deviation from mainstream formulas led to limited appreciation: "sadly, this is what happens when directors dare to deviate from the 'standard' cookie cutter formula and give us something a bit different, it gets poor reception."
A viewer questioned the lack of background dialogue: "All those people and not a single peep came from any of them that whole time. I don’t believe that for one second lol."
Others noted the movie’s under‑recognition: "I absolutely loved this movie. Don't think it ever got the recognition it deserved."

Interesting Takes

A comment pointed out a subtle thematic moment: "1:27 and god said let there be light! Im surprised there are not many god references here especially with the "I've been watching you" reference!"
One fan referenced classic literature: "Horatius at the Gate...one of my fave quotes of all times...I really thought this was a tremendous movie..I'd like to see some sort of sequel."
Another viewer compared it to sci‑fi greats: "You know I watched this movie 10 mins back and has already become one of my favorite sci‑fi films with Interstellar, Arrival, 2001, Matrix etc."

Verdict

The community largely found the movie engaging, especially appreciating its twist, strong performances, and standout scenes. At the same time, viewers recognized that its unconventional approach may have contributed to a muted broader reception and felt the film deserved more recognition. Overall, the reception was mixed, with enthusiasm for its strengths balanced by suggestions for wider audience reach.