Ben 10: Race Against Time
Ben 10: Race Against Time

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Ben 10: Race Against Time

2008
Movie
67 min
English

Ben, Gwen, and Max must stop an extraterrestrial who plans to open a gateway that leads to an alien invasion.

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IMDb5.6/10
Google Users71% liked this
Director: Alex WinterGenres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi, Family

Plot Summary

When Ben Tennyson turns 15, his Omnitrix, a mysterious alien device that allows him to transform into various alien creatures, mysteriously stops working. Simultaneously, a powerful alien warlord known as Eon, who seeks the Omnitrix for his own nefarious purposes, arrives on Earth. Ben must race against time, with the help of his family and friends, to repair the Omnitrix and defeat Eon before he can enslave humanity.

Critical Reception

Ben 10: Race Against Time received a mixed reception from critics, with many praising its action sequences and faithfulness to the animated series, while others found the plot to be somewhat predictable and the acting to be inconsistent. Audience reception was generally more positive, especially among fans of the original show who appreciated the transition to live-action.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its action and special effects, bringing the animated world to life.

  • Criticized for a formulaic plot and uneven performances.

  • Enjoyed by fans of the 'Ben 10' franchise.

Google audience: Google users generally found the movie to be an entertaining watch, especially appreciating the action and the faithful adaptation of the beloved cartoon characters and their powers. Some viewers noted that while it was a fun movie, it didn't break much new ground in terms of storytelling.

Fun Fact

The film was directed by Alex Winter, who is widely known for his role as Bill S. Preston, Esq. in the 'Bill & Ted' film series.

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