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Deja Vu

Deja Vu

2006
Sci-fi, Crime
2h 6m
Everyone has experienced the mystery of deja vu, but what if the feelings were actually warnings sent from the past or clues to the future? It is deja vu that guides ATF agent Doug Carlin through an investigation into a shattering crime. Called in to recover evidence after a bomb sets off an explosion on a New Orleans Ferry, Carlin is about to discover that what most people believe "is only in their heads" is actually something far more powerful.

Deja Vu

2006
Sci-fi, Crime
2h 6m
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Rated 14 Jan 2020
75
69th
So I'm not really into cop action style films But this has a really interesting storyline and good acting.....And I'm not just saying that because Denzel is starring in it But it certainly doesn't hurt it either
Rated 15 Mar 2016
5
30th
Deja Vu sells itself as an entertaining suspense thriller with action, romance and a quirky time travel concept. But this experience is just a complete blur. Denzel Washington to be fair is as reliable as ever and he elevates this film dramatically. But Deja Vu requires a forgiving audience who don't have the capacity to think. The time travel concept just doesn't work. Time and time again the plot conveniently and unexplainably turns itself inside and out until you just don't care anymore.
Rated 07 Mar 2007
55
14th
The movie felt like it was written by Donald Kaufman. Washington is a great actor, but it felt like he was struggling against a plot that was contrived and full of science so preposterous it made me draw comparisons to the Core. It wouldn't have been nearly so bad if the movie were more tongue in cheek and didn't seem so serious and sincere throughout.
Rated 27 Mar 2012
62
39th
Fun little sci-fi thriller. The plot is a little half baked, but Denzel is Denzel and Scott's direction creates the atmosphere you look for in this kind of movie.
Rated 03 Dec 2011
40
31st
Déjà Vu is really good for its first hour, and pretty bad for the second, unless you still aren't tired of action movies with the most basic of plots. The science doesn't make a lot of sense, the ending is frustrating, and the mystery ends up taking a back seat to a man trying to change the past, despite being told multiple times that he cannot. There are good moments, but they're pushed aside for the bad and outright ridiculous.
Rated 31 Jul 2011
40
43rd
The technology in this movie is what really ruined it for me. It's as if the director read the first paragraph of a Wikipedia page on time travel and scrawled out a couple of ideas on a honey roasted peanuts wrapper.
Rated 19 Jul 2010
56
32nd
It's not really offensively terrible, only painfully stupid and so, oh so SERIOUS. I might be giving this a higher score than it should receive, but that's only because I'm a whore for time travel loops. I might be giving this a higher score than it should receive, but that's only because I'm a whore for time travel loops.
Rated 22 Mar 2010
70
51st
The most not-making-sense time-travelling stuff ever seen in a movie but very entertaining
Rated 04 Mar 2009
30
31st
Very predictable...probably because we'd seen it before.
Rated 07 Mar 2007
74
59th
A much better script than Tony Scott's last movie Domino. Denzel Washington is, as usual, excellent. I was disappointed to see that Tony Scott toned down his trademark grunge-ish editing style but there are still traces of it in the camera work which I was happy to see. Still not as good as Man on Fire but far more intelligent and clever than the average Jerry Bruckheimer produced piece.
Rated 25 May 2020
65
55th
Really slow start, but the concept for the first half, while sketchy, is fascinating. The second half is entertaining, but feels rushed, and the ending a bit abrupt and not fully satisfying. Also showing the very last scene in the trailer is pretty ballsy.
Rated 13 Aug 2017
58
42nd
(Viewed on 21/02/14): Scott was a rarity in the sense that he reinvented his style in late career while most of his contemporaries were stuck on autopilot and/or struggling to connect with modern audiences. His use of montage in particular became more daring, and it's very much on display in Deja Vu, resulting in beautifully layered images cast on reflective surfaces. Perhaps he knew the scripts were ordinary and wanted to keep himself interested. Deja Vu is routine. Scott gives it purpose.
Rated 01 Jul 2017
65
45th
Denzel is his dependable self, and a strong familiar supporting case is nice and capable, but this movie just simply very effective. It's gibberish in its science and philosophy.
Rated 21 Dec 2011
74
42nd
This movie has its flaws but I would recommend it overall. Washington is good in the lead role and the direction is good. The script could have been improved.
Rated 03 May 2011
42
13th
Entirely forgettable, confusing and lacking engaging characters to draw us into the story and make us care and go along with the sci-fi gimmick.
Rated 17 Oct 2009
45
34th
Impressively expensive and complex opening tableau is the prelude to an increasingly absurd tale, an absurdity not only in terms of the premise but also in terms of character motivation and behaviour. Nevertheless, for those willing to unconditionally suspend disbelief, the narrative may just about succeed in holding interest for the duration. Generally well-shot.
Rated 13 Oct 2009
50
33rd
When it tries to deal with science, faith or simply subtext on any level, it's like watching a donkey with diarrhea. But when it just powers on it a pretty solid suspense movie...
Rated 31 Jul 2009
40
29th
Run-of-the-mill thriller. Lacks true quality.
Rated 18 Apr 2009
7
64th
For whatever reasons, I enjoyed this greatly. Great action and a guilty pleasure of mine.
Rated 27 Jan 2009
83
85th
The idea behind this movie was great, but what they've actually made of it could have been better. But nevertheless the film is still pretty good, better than other movies of this kind. Normally I don't like Denzel, but in this movie, he's good. And I think this movie has one of the weirdest and most memorable scenes of the last year in it: The scene where he's chasing the guy 3,5 days ago. I really liked this.
Rated 27 Jul 2008
55
36th
An average popcorn flick!
Rated 20 Jul 2008
50
13th
It was fun and exciting, well shot and edited (typical Jerry Bruckheimer/CSI-miami style) but I had a hard time believing the Sci-fi aspects of it. It just didn't make any sense.
Rated 27 Jun 2008
44
43rd
worth a watch
Rated 06 May 2007
76
72nd
Completely enjoyable techno-thriller that asks you forgive its crazy plot and enjoy the action and Washington's standout work- I'm also glad Tony Scott has really toned down the visual style. This one is an easy recommendation, I had a great time.
Rated 18 Dec 2006
63
29th
It's competently directed and acted, but brings nothing new to the table for people who have seen Twelve Monkeys (which is far superior) or, for that matter, any other good time travel movie.
Rated 04 Nov 2023
53
57th
I had no idea what this was going into it, so that helped the mystery aspect of the experience. I applaud Denzel Does NOLA for truly going all in on its concept, and at the same time the elements of the movie don't work. And Denzel goes all out, which works but also doesn't work at times. I'm conflicted. There are so many better movies about time travel, but how many of them feature Denzel and explosions galore?
Rated 09 Aug 2023
76
72nd
Unlike many here thought this was quite an enjoyable throwaway, yes, main premise (time travel) may not hold up when closely examined but there's no time to think while the movie's running - when that factor becomes the "deuc ex machina" IMO. As I infer first half so-so, second half is good. Washington plays well.
Rated 04 Jun 2022
70
43rd
a very solid scifi movie thanks to its clever and interesting premise: the ability to look into the past. Like so many time travel movies it is best to not to think too much about those paradoxes and take it with a heavy dose of suspense of disbelief and just watch it for it's entertainment factor and focus more on the characterization than the plot mechanics.
Rated 26 Dec 2021
51
61st
"Deja Vu" is a well-crafted film with Denzel delivering a solid performance in the starring role. Unfortunately, the story isn't very good and borders on ridiculous.
Rated 13 Nov 2021
52
44th
Surprisingly good, given how often time travel has been done. Good actors. Fun to add a time dimension to a whodunnit. A light, feel-good action film worth your time
Rated 20 Aug 2021
90
93rd
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Rated 08 Jul 2020
70
56th
This was scored by a bot: Denzel swagger with sunglasses => automatic win
Rated 04 Feb 2020
60
27th
Average action film
Rated 19 Jun 2019
80
43rd
mehh
Rated 08 Mar 2018
60
53rd
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Rated 19 Jan 2018
45
57th
#18#, rw2, story, liked, oldies(2) }*{ #11#, popcorn, story, (director Scott, actors).
Rated 26 Sep 2017
14
44th
7/7
Rated 23 Sep 2017
16
7th
One would think the combination of Denzel Washington, Val Kilmer and Tony Scott would produce something worth seeing, but this demonstrates that hypothesis to be gravely mistaken. Of course, expectations play a role. I thought I would see an interesting psychological thriller, but instead it was a pretty piece of sci-fi nonsense.
Rated 11 Apr 2017
70
51st
The fact that it's derivative and a bit jingoistic doesn't really detract from the entertainment factor, thanks in large part to some really good actors doing their best to sell the material.
Rated 16 Jun 2016
91
95th
One of the most excitment form of an time travel movie i''ve ever seen until the end you realy don't know how it supposed to end.
Rated 20 Feb 2016
18
97th
Star Rating: ★★★★★
Rated 04 Dec 2015
45
32nd
Somewhat novel concept, but can't say the same for the execution.
Rated 04 Oct 2015
90
65th
*Spoilers* Excellent thriller. Denzel Washington and Paula Patton were great in it. I was a little confused by the time travel (as I always am), but enjoyed the movie nevertheless. Since I saw this after a few seasons of "Person of Interest," it's interesting to see Jim Caviezel as playing an evil character here.
Rated 29 Mar 2015
55
31st
2.77/5
Rated 11 Sep 2014
64
35th
Dnezel.. smarten up
Rated 22 May 2014
3
36th
i'm all for vulgar auteurism inasmuch as i encourage searching for artistry in what is ostensibly trash/populist cinema, but the goodness here is due to the inherently resonant concept rather than the filmmaking, and it could be WAY better with a more thoughtful creative team behind it. i got really frustrated by how much fertile territory was either explored clumsily or not at all. "brace yourselves, you're about to witness a murder" may as well be the opening title card.
Rated 06 Jan 2014
55
28th
Tony Scott tries to combine action, science fiction, romance, and explosions into one movie, but the time travel conceit might be too preposterous and the action falls apart under scrutiny.
Rated 05 Oct 2013
80
86th
8- highly recommended, great :: a great example of time travel done right
Rated 18 Sep 2013
72
43rd
71.500
Rated 14 Apr 2013
1
0th
Denzel Washington dreams of one day actually having a character with personality and dimension...maybe he'll get there one day.
Rated 12 Feb 2013
65
23rd
Wasn't my kind of movie.
Rated 21 Jan 2013
50
19th
Messy film with Washington playing with time travel. It's spotty like all those other time travel movies.
Rated 12 Jan 2013
60
20th
Very forgettable film.
Rated 30 Dec 2012
46
41st
The plot is over-the-top crazy, but it's still fun to watch! The cinematography, pacing, sound, music, colors and production value are all at the level we've come to expect from Jerry Bruckheimer, and the whole cast manages to give pretty convincing performances. Grab some popcorn and enjoy.
Rated 22 Nov 2012
76
82nd
awesome ending
Rated 20 Oct 2012
45
23rd
Could have a better end and better tie-up points.
Rated 29 Sep 2012
60
36th
Despite the fact that it makes 0 sense logically it's still a pretty fun ride. Just do your best to tell your inner voice that's it's science fiction and to just bask in the glory that is Denzel.
Rated 27 Sep 2012
30
4th
**Spoilers** Was 10 minutes away from being one of the greatest time travel movies I've ever seen, but then it ruined everything with an impossible happy ending.
Rated 30 Aug 2012
50
74th
Have you ever seen a car chase where the cars are in separate points of time?
Rated 21 Aug 2012
2
15th
I saw this at a friend's house or something and I don't really remember it because that was way back in fucking senior year of high school and I remember being moderately entertained so uh I guess here's a score? Actually I wouldn't mind catching this again, I'm a sucker for some Denzel Washington.
Rated 11 Jul 2012
82
76th
You can probably stretch your immagination to actually make it make sense, but it lacks the clarity to make it a great movie, but is still a good time travel thriller
Rated 30 May 2012
45
16th
31/5/2012 technology+fiction without science
Rated 03 May 2012
50
23rd
Its great to see a mainstream film take a uninhibited swan dive into such an abstract concept, knowing full well the science makes no sense and far more concerned with the concept instead. Scott also takes advantage of it as a director, especially an inspired split-screen sequence set completely within a speeding car. Its a shame though such an idea is squandered in a tedious thriller structure. Perversely as well, I missed the brain melting cinematic spasms from Domino (2005).
Rated 23 Apr 2012
74
52nd
73.500
Rated 10 Mar 2012
69
41st
Well it starts and ends with a bang, but in between it's nothing special. I did like it a bit more than my PSI though. I'm not one to nitpick every single detail so the sci-fi elements didn't really bother me, but it does lack the execution of the truly great sci-fi thrillers. The acting was pretty average, and the film is probably lucky that the plot distracts the viewer from the acting. An average film, one I wouldn't watch again, but certainly don't regret watching.
Rated 19 Jan 2012
45
17th
meh, seen it before...
Rated 18 Aug 2011
68
52nd
Tony scott turns a cool idea into a decent thriller that can be quite entertaining if you dont look at it too hard knowing its only going predictable places and that when all is said and done it hasn't adhered to its own internal logic. Its like a late 90s movie that was so late it came out in 06. Scotts direction is immediately recognized by his love of bright bleaching lights and orange, dude was passionate about those things.
Rated 16 Aug 2011
50
46th
Its a time travel movie.
Rated 24 Jul 2011
6
58th
"Um they have a WHOLE (crime) SCENE to investigate but they're night trapping some mulatto" -Karakand
Rated 03 Jul 2011
62
33rd
Boring
Rated 22 Jun 2011
65
23rd
One of the worst Denzel movies ever made. Talk about just wanting a paycheck. I clocked out Denzel after watching this crap.
Rated 20 Apr 2011
94
90th
the talented Scott brother strikes again
Rated 28 Feb 2011
60
14th
It's a little unreal.
Rated 18 Jan 2011
3
31st
no idea why I gave this a 2/5 before, maybe I was giving too much focus to the time travel logistics to notice what Tony Scott did, taking a run of the mill thriller and make it a chaotic surveillance state blockbuster
Rated 28 Nov 2010
45
15th
Completely unbalanced and mental.
Rated 31 Oct 2010
20
41st
"Tony Scott doesn't even wait for Deja Vu to properly begin before employing the spastic visual stylings that are his calling card." - Nick Schager
Rated 18 Aug 2010
3
35th
Yet another boring time travel movie...
Rated 09 Aug 2010
50
39th
Very entertainning actually.
Rated 09 Jul 2010
68
37th
This is my kind of movie. Anything involving time travel, time loops, and time-fuckery is always fun for me.
Rated 19 May 2010
75
35th
Okay, so he goes back in time to save the woman and when he succeeds (after dying) he feels a sense of what...what could it be? What word is there for this term...? Oh yeah, the sense of impending doom. If time travel were even theoretically possible this might be interesting, but I think the paradoxical time stuff should be buried and forgotten. Multiple dimensions or no, it never makes any sense. There is one universe, and there ain't no 'reverse.'
Rated 31 Mar 2010
90
85th
very entertaining movie, denzel at his best cool idea
Rated 27 Mar 2010
40
28th
Ridiculous premise and very little else.
Rated 07 Mar 2010
75
83rd
Surprisingly sort-of awesome, given that it's directed by Tony Scott, whom I'd written off. I'm glad I didn't read any reviews before watching it. I was expecting rote hackery and was pleased when it became something else entirely.
Rated 24 Feb 2010
52
47th
I thought the ending could have been a bit stronger, but everything up to that was wonderful conceptually.
Rated 05 Jan 2010
50
8th
Entertaining and somewhat interesting but ultimately forgettable.
Rated 26 Dec 2009
50
48th
Not the sophisticated thriller it’s trying to sell itself as, more a flashy popcorn job, with creative decisions benefiting stylistic gimmicks rather than substance (e.g. the goggle chase). The plot becomes a bit too much, with the whole time travel thing hard to suspend your disbelief from. Absorbing and visually engaging but ultimately rather forgettable, at no point whatsoever do you even begin to care about the girl, and as the story develops your interest in everything else wanes too.
Rated 18 Dec 2009
75
37th
Denzel at his average point and he still outshines most actors alive.
Rated 14 Dec 2009
50
21st
Dopey.
Rated 26 Nov 2009
74
39th
Not a bad premise.
Rated 31 Oct 2009
70
42nd
Buena. Muy buena en su genero.
Rated 12 Sep 2009
40
10th
Some unintentionally hialrious dialogue but overall this film is junk. And the dedication to New Orleans at the end was an unnecessarily harsh blow to an already embattled people.
Rated 11 Aug 2009
63
33rd
A film so contrived and fraught with plotholes shouldn't endeavour to take itself this seriously.
Rated 01 Aug 2009
90
92nd
What a cool, and mind-stirring movie. The effects and technology that they use in the movie is strangely amazing and almost surreal. Denzel was as usual - an engaging performance. The co-star, Paula, was a great partner in the movie. Not bad to look at either. What a great concept, and story.
Rated 30 Jul 2009
60
43rd
Denzel is great as he always is, but beside that it's kind of lacking. Definitely not as good as Man On Fire (same director).
Rated 16 Jul 2009
78
44th
Decent but with denzel, I expected more
Rated 17 Jun 2009
98
84th
i mean i admire denzel washington. his role a police officer in this movie is simply outstanding. his knack of picking up roles which has a strong police character is simply outstanding. and tony scott is a fabulous director
Rated 11 Jun 2009
75
90th
Denzel has to see into the future to solve a ferry explosion mystery. Enjoyable action story.
Rated 04 May 2009
83
41st
The movie is made in a nice style , and has as an always strong acting Denzel Washington. But really liked the musical score by Harry Gregson-Williams. Didn't like the story that much. I like to compare it a bit with Enemy of the states wich we both see new surveillance technology , but in Deja Vu it is a bit over the top. So I like enemy of the state better. But this still is an ok action movie with good acting and great music.
Rated 22 Apr 2009
70
29th
This could have been great, but it just fell short in too many areas.
Rated 12 Apr 2009
35
17th
First of all, i don't go with a saying, that plot holes are inevitable in time travel flick. Scriptwriters could have done much, much better. Characters are shallow and annoying. There is very little logic in their actions, and so it's impossible to take any performances seriously. This movie might just be acceptable as a background for a popcorn eating, but if you want intelligent film dealing with time travel - look elsewhere.

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