I Am Legend
I Am Legend

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I Am Legend

2007
Movie
101 min
English

Robert Neville is a scientist who was unable to stop the spread of the terrible virus that was incurable and man-made. Immune, Neville is now the last human survivor in what is left of New York City and perhaps the world. For three years, Neville has faithfully sent out daily radio messages, desperate to find any other survivors who might be out there. But he is not alone.

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IMDb7.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes68%
Metacritic65/100
Google Users81%
Director: Francis LawrenceGenres: Action, Adventure, Drama, Horror, Sci-Fi, Thriller

Plot Summary

In a post-apocalyptic New York City, virologist Robert Neville is the sole survivor of a devastating plague that has turned the rest of humanity into nocturnal, mutant creatures. Driven by guilt and a desperate hope, he spends his days searching for a cure while fending off the infected during the terrifying nights. His lonely existence is challenged when he encounters other survivors, leading to a race against time and the relentless creatures that hunt him.

Critical Reception

I Am Legend received mixed to generally positive reviews, with praise directed at Will Smith's performance and the film's suspenseful atmosphere. However, some critics found the plot predictable and the ending divisive, especially compared to the source material. The film was a significant commercial success, becoming a box office hit.

What Reviewers Say

  • Will Smith delivers a compelling performance as a lone survivor.

  • The film effectively builds suspense and atmosphere in its post-apocalyptic setting.

  • The narrative, particularly the ending, proved divisive among critics and audiences.

Google audience: Audiences generally enjoyed the film, praising Will Smith's strong lead performance and the thrilling, suspenseful nature of the story. Some viewers found the plot somewhat formulaic but appreciated the emotional depth and action sequences.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Saturn Awards for Best Actor (Will Smith) and Best Sci-Fi Film. Won a People's Choice Award for Favorite Movie.

Fun Fact

The film famously features a German Shepherd named Sam, who is played by three different dogs: a female named Abbey, and two males, a father and son, named Titan and Ken. Abbey was the primary dog used for most of the film's scenes.

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4 reviews
Brent Western

Brent Western

I wanna talk about the ending of the movie, but I won't. It would overshadow a good movie and pretty good performances. Having Will Smith in the lead of the film made the movie. He was in control of the movie, selling the hole, fear a...

Andre Gonzales

Andre Gonzales

Awesome movie! See kind of what life would be if you were the last one on it. The problem is battling the evil that took over.

The Movie Mob

The Movie Mob

**I Am Legend is not a typical sci-fi action thriller but an excellent deeper story that focuses on a lonely man and the price he pays to try to save humanity.** I Am Legend follows the story of an isolated survivor still trying to find ...

GenerationofSwine

GenerationofSwin...

Oh this one just hurts. I mean, shout out to Will Smith. In 2022 he might be a beta fool, but he was still charming as all get out in this movie. It just wasn't what it was supposed to be. The source material was pretty amazing. Richa...

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