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				Salesrank: 168109 Released: December 16, 2008
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Editorial Review:

How does Spider-Man 3 follow on the heels of its predecessor, which was widely considered the best superhero movie ever? For starters, you pick up the loose threads from that movie, then add some key elements of the Spidey comic-book mythos (including fan-favorite villain Venom), the black costume, and the characters of Gwen Stacy and her police-captain father. In the beginning, things have never looked better for Peter Parker (Tobey Maguire): He's doing well in school; his alter ego, Spider-Man, is loved and respected around New York City. And his girlfriend, Mary Jane Watson (Kirsten Dunst), has just taken a starring role in a Broadway musical. But nothing good can last for Spidey. Mary Jane's career quickly goes downhill; she's bothered by Peter's attractive new classmate, Gwen Stacy (Bryce Dallas Howard); and the new Daily Bugle photographer, Eddie Brock (Topher Grace), is trying to steal his thunder. Enter a new villain, the Sandman (Thomas Haden Church), who can transform his body into various forms and shapes of sand and who may be connected to Peter's past in an unexpected way. There's also the son of an old villain, Harry Osborne (James Franco), who unmasked Spidey in the previous movie and still has revenge on his mind. And a new black costume seems to boost Spidey's powers, but transforms mild-mannered Peter into a mean and obnoxious boor (Maguire has some fun here).

If that sounds like a lot to pack into one 140-minute movie, it is. While director Sam Raimi keeps things flowing, assisted on the screenplay by his brother Ivan and Alvin Sargent, there's a little too much going on, and it's inevitable that one of the villains (there are three or four, depending on how you count) gets significantly short-changed. Still, the cast is excellent, the effects are fantastic, and the action is fast and furious. Even if Spider-Man 3 isn't the match of Spider-Man 2, it's a worthy addition to the megamillion-dollar franchise. --David Horiuchi

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Spider Man 3 [Blu-ray] Reviews:
Are you serious?!
2009-12-09 - Why don't you just hold hands while you're at it? The ending killed it for me.

bad with a capital S
2009-12-07 - more plot threads than egyptian cotton . i though the idea was "let you entertain me" ? (for an unreasonable price) . not send me and my spouse into counseling because we're not "fanboys" . the first film was adequate due to WILLEM DAFOE showing up and being WILLEM . the second shat because there was no true menace . this one requires the plumbing snake .

There are many reasons to watch this film
2009-11-04 - First of all, I was surprised as I read the reviews for Spiderman 3. For years, it seemed to me as if everyone out there hated this movie. I was wrong, it has received high marks by many reviewers, and I'm glad to see that. Because the reality is while this film is not perfect, it is still a good one with excellent messages in it. I think there are some people (and I'm not thinking of any Amazon reviewers, per se) who are so bent out of shape about certain aspects of this flick, like the way the character of Venom turned out for instance, that they miss the very important elements that are clearly evident in it. That's why I have written this review, to highlight these clear messages, and to try to give viewers a new perspective on a movie that is sometimes unjustifiably maligned.

For example, the topic of forgiveness is a very key theme in this film. We all need forgiveness at one time or another and I don't think I ever remember seeing a Hollywood movie where forgiveness is so clearly presented to the viewer. I'm tempted to reveal spoilers here to reinforce my point, but I'll refrain. Suffice to say, this movie is worth viewing for no other reason than to see pure, undiluted forgiveness on display.

Secondly, there are so many positive quotes that are true and profound. For instance, at one point Peter says, "whatever comes our way, whatever battle we have raging inside us, we always have a choice. It's the choices that make us who we are, and we can always choose to do what's right." Aunt May gives also two incredible lines. At one point she tells Peter: "A man must be understanding and put his wife before himself." In another scene, she tells him, "Revenge is like a poison. It can take you over and before you know it, turn us into something ugly." These are quotes that you sound like they should be in a devotional book or a sermon, not a Hollywood movie.

Third, there's another clear message that comes screaming from the scenes of this movie nearly from beginning to end: romantic relationships are hard. Again, I don't want to reveal too much, but Peter and Mary Jane go through incredible challenges in this film. It makes me think about how some young people can sometimes idealize dating relationships. There are some singles, for example, that refuse to be happy until they get into a relationship. These people should be counseled that dating relationships can be very difficult, and Spiderman 3 can be used an illustration of this fact.

In short, I recommend this movie. There are great messages presented that we can use in our every day lives.


The most complex of the Spidey movies
2009-11-01 - 4 of 5 stars for the comic book based movie Spider-Man 3. Of the three Spider-Man movies, this is the most complex with the deepest focus on the main characters. Tobey Maguire & Kristen Dunst return in the key roles. The overall plot is about a strange black creature arrives on the Earth and ultimately bonds with Peter Parker making a "black Spider-man". There are several sub-plots in the movie which add to the complexity of the story. There is Harry the son of the bad guy from Spider-Man 2 who first wants revenge for the death of his father, then loses his memory and ultimately things work out OK. There is the "SandMan" who was the guy who really killed Parker's father; able to shift any/all of his body to sand he is difficult to fight. And then there is the engagement of Parker and MJ; well maybe.

As with all of the other Spider-Man movies, this one is extremely well made with good story, good characters and good action. Good special effects. The only reason for not giving a 5 star is the complexity of the plot which doesn't seem to flow well.

Spider-Man 3
2009-10-26 - Part 3?-WTF Happen? What Happen? Why the Dance Sequence, why Did they mess up the role of Venom/Eddie Brock? Why So Long? It could have been something Better. It could have been a Contender! Lets Hope Spiderman 4 is better. No wonder they gave this movie away when you purchased the PS3! Spiderman 2 Was Better, as Was 1.