Roar
Roar

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Roar

2017
Movie
1 min
English

A good-natured dinosaur has to stand his ground against a nasty opponent.

Insights

IMDb4.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes36%
Metacritic44/100
Google Users47%
Director: Noam MurroGenres: Action, Adventure, Drama, War

Plot Summary

In a post-apocalyptic world ravaged by ecological disaster and social unrest, a lone wolf warrior named Eva seeks to protect her community from a brutal warlord. She must confront her past traumas and fight for the survival of her people in a desperate battle for resources and dominance.

Critical Reception

Roar received mixed to negative reviews from critics, with many praising its ambition and visual spectacle but criticizing its convoluted plot and underdeveloped characters. Audiences were similarly divided, with some appreciating the action sequences and the film's grim depiction of a dystopian future, while others found it difficult to connect with the narrative.

What Reviewers Say

  • Visually impressive with a compelling premise, but ultimately struggles with a muddled narrative and inconsistent pacing.

  • The action sequences are often brutal and well-executed, offering moments of intense excitement.

  • Despite a strong lead performance, the supporting characters and plot development leave much to be desired.

Google audience: Google users were largely unimpressed with 'Roar,' citing a confusing story and unengaging characters as major drawbacks. While some appreciated the action, many felt the film failed to deliver a satisfying or coherent experience.

Awards & Accolades

None notable.

Fun Fact

The film was originally intended to be a prequel to the popular '300' franchise, but evolved into its own distinct narrative.

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