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Chronicle (2012)

Michael B. Jordan , Michael Kelly , Josh Trank  |  PG-13 |  DVD
3.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (349 customer reviews)

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  • Actors: Michael B. Jordan, Michael Kelly
  • Directors: Josh Trank
  • Format: AC-3, Color, Dolby, Dubbed, NTSC, Subtitled, Widescreen
  • Language: English (Dolby Digital 5.1), French (Dolby Digital 2.0 Surround), Spanish (Dolby Digital 2.0 Surround)
  • Subtitles: Spanish
  • Dubbed: Spanish, French
  • Subtitles for the Hearing Impaired: English
  • Audio Description: English
  • Region: Region 1 (U.S. and Canada only. Read more about DVD formats.)
  • Aspect Ratio: 1.85:1
  • Number of discs: 1
  • Rated: PG-13 (Parental Guidance Suggested)
  • Studio: 20th Century Fox
  • DVD Release Date: May 15, 2012
  • Run Time: 84 minutes
  • Average Customer Review: 3.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (349 customer reviews)
  • ASIN: B005LAIGPA
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #10,262 in Movies & TV (See Top 100 in Movies & TV)
  • Learn more about "Chronicle" on IMDb

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If you should come upon a glowing, possibly extraterrestrial object buried in a hole, go ahead and touch the thing--you might just get superpowers. Or so it goes for the three high-school buds in Chronicle, an inventive excursion into the teenage sci-fi world. Once affected by the power, the guys exercise the joys of telekinesis: shuffling cars around in parking lots, moving objects in grocery stores, that kind of thing. Oh yeah--they can fly, too: and here director Josh Trank takes wing, in the movie's giddiest sequence, as the trio zips around the clouds in a glorious wish-fulfillment. It goes without saying that there will be a shadow side to this gift, and that's where Chronicle, for all its early cleverness, begins to stumble. Broody misfit Andrew (Dane DeHaan), destined to be voted Least Likely to Handle Superpowers Well by his graduating class, is documenting all this with his video camera, which is driving him even crazier (the movie's in "found footage" style, so everything we see is from a camcorder or security camera, an approach that gets trippy when Andrew realizes he can levitate his camera without having to hold it). Trank and screenwriter Max Landis (son of John) seem to lose inspiration when the last act rolls around, so the movie settles for weightless battles around the Space Needle and a smattering of mass destruction. Still, let's give Chronicle credit for an offbeat angle, and a handful of memorable scenes. --Robert Horton

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Clear your thoughts for a "mesmerizing mind-bender" (Rolling Stone) that'll blow you away! Seen through the lens of a troubled teen's video camera, yet filled with eye-popping action and jaw-dropping special effects, Chronicle is as real as it gets. When three ordinary high school friends make an extraordinary discovery, they acquire amazing abilities beyond their understanding. But as their powers develop, so do their darker sides. Fun, harmless pranks soon lead to much riskier activities as the boys' "gifts" - and their lives - spin dangerously out of control!

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154 of 177 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars With great power comes great trouble February 3, 2012
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Perhaps no other phrase in the comic book genre applies to daily life as much as Spider-Man's famous, "With great power comes great responsibility." Such a phrase has guided Spider-Man throughout his career, but occasionally the thought comes up: what if he didn't follow this famous mantra, and instead used his powers for selfish reasons? While "Chronicle" may not be related to Spider-man, it perfectly explores what would happen if the famous saying was ignored.

"Chronicle" follows three high school kids who have pretty ordinary lives: one is running for class president, one is the shy type whom nobody likes, and the last is the outgoing, energetic type. One night, while at a rave, the three come across something mysterious, and find themselves in possession of powers that allow them to manipulate things with their minds. As expected, they start off doing pranks (like using a leaf blower on skirts, for example), but as time goes on, being in possession of so much power can be dangerous...and even deadly.

Even among the glut of superhero and found-footage films, "Chronicle" manages to stand out, in most-part, due to that it's not really a superhero film: rather, it's really a story about how absolute power corrupts absolutely. While I was watching the movie, I was really surprised to find myself being more interested in the teens, rather then the powers they wield. All three are best friends, and they're good at heart, but are not above using their powers to mess with people's heads. Andrew, in particular, is one of the most interesting film teenagers I've seen in recent memory, due to his miserable home life, and how he reacts with his new-found abilities. Yet, from the beginning, it's clear that the power is inevitably going to corrupt the teens, which leads to a extraordinarily powerful third act that that genuinely had me more interested in what Andrew and the others were going to do, and not in the action that was taking place around them.

Even though there have arguably been too many superhero and found footage films over the past few years, "Chronicle" manages to feel fresh and exciting. While it's faults are few (the CGI is at times a bit obvious), the strength of it's storytelling more then makes up for any flaws. It's an unexpectedly gripping and thrilling film that focuses on the emotional consequences of how extraordinary powers corrupt ordinary people, rather then on spectacle and action, as other films would have done, and for that, I highly recommend it.
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40 of 52 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars Realistic and riveting February 29, 2012
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Another in a line of films portrayed as actual footage later found. Filmed documentary styles, the movie tells the story of three high school boys who encounter some sort of alien ship or something, and then acquire superhuman powers of telekinesis. Predictably, things spiral out of control for the three. This is a realistic, and quite good film about a young man with problems who is unable to control the powers he discovers. His two friends try to help, but they are unable to control him. This one was a pleasant surprise and is the best movie of its kind since Paranormal Activity.
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Pleasantly Surprised and Wanted More November 21, 2012
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Reading some of the other reviews of "Chronicle," I was a little reluctant to bother watching it. Yet another "found footage" film--maaannn, when are they going to realize that this technique has been done to death?--and there's not even any logical reason to use it here. Nevertheless, I was very impressed with what this film's creators were able to do. Really fine acting and storyline: The way the three very different protagonists interact is quite convincing. "Chronicle" also aptly portrays adolescent/high school existence, an age so many films screw up with clichés and stereotypes. Very true-to-life dialogue: Whoever wrote the script did an outstanding job. All the Greek morality play elements, the theme of hubris, etc, add a great deal. Special effects are good but not too Hollywood-slick, which makes them all-the-more convincing. Humankind's common desire, unaided flying, is portrayed without strings attached: The flight scenes are, well, awesome, and they also capture the complications of achieving this dream. Plenty of surprises--love the ending.

Still, "Chronicle" would benefit from a little more-in-general (only 84 minutes?!), which is, I suppose, the best sort of flaw a film can have.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Staggering!
GREAT sci-fi! GREAT story! GREAT characters! And if you're a fan of comics/underwear perverts, I can't remember such a thoughtful treatment of the human implications of superpowers... Read more
Published 10 days ago by Looky Lou
4.0 out of 5 stars I love this movie
I love this movie was fun and I can watch it again and again especially that Michael Jordan guy lol.
Published 14 days ago by Alexa88
4.0 out of 5 stars Good movie.
Good It story line, kept me interested and excited. I definitely liked the movie and do recommend it to everyone.
Published 29 days ago by jose hernandez
4.0 out of 5 stars didn't know what it was about
saw preveiws long time aga didn't know it was pov movie that i didn't like but the movie it self rocked great movie any like xmen or fantastic 4 should watch this movie
Published 1 month ago by michael p reitzel
3.0 out of 5 stars Not for mature audiences !
Little actual story content, mostly visual effects. This film might interest the pre-teen set, but as far as adult entertainment it is definitely lacking.
Published 1 month ago by Old Sarge
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Published 1 month ago by Fred F
4.0 out of 5 stars Good movie
This was a good suspense movie it will definitely keep you watching and is well worth renting. It is not a waste of money.
Published 1 month ago by Brabass
4.0 out of 5 stars The ending leaves something to be desired
I first saw this movie in theaters, and I thought it was great. It was a great sci-fi film, and I enjoyed it, but the ending didn't really click with me. Otherwise, a good film.
Published 1 month ago by Cletus Furple
5.0 out of 5 stars Love this movie!!
I'm not the biggest sci-fi fan, but I absolutely loved this movie. Not what I expected it to be, even better!
Published 1 month ago by Julie K
4.0 out of 5 stars A Good Movie
This movie was not as good as it was made out to be in the previews but I'm still glad I bought it to find out for myself how it was. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Etrekker
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