Saw the film today with the Amazon Prime members preview. All in all, it was a fun movie. My 12 year old and 6 year old both loved it. Wife loved Chris Pine.
Definitely showed its budget.
Some of the humor fell flat.
Chris Pine and Hugh Grant are clearly in a different league from the rest of the cast, and it shows.
Soooooooo many Easter eggs that only DnD fans will get.
Chris, Hugh, and Michelle being more seasoned actors than the rest kinda felt like a game of D&D where one or two players is just better at getting into character than the rest, although I wouldn't call the rest of the cast terrible or anything. Not more of a spread than most movies to be honest.
It felt like an actual game of D&D and not another movie with the name and some references slapped onto it. Has a ton of references which I don't want to spoil because the vast majority are done as part of the world being immersive.
It was a very good film. Campy and self deprecating, but just the right amount. Good story (I saw the end coming but was still enjoyable).
Well written characters that reminded me of some of my own DnD experiences.
It felt like a DnD movie and was recognizable as one, without coming off like it was trying to, or trying to explain to the audience that it was a DnD movie.
Good use of some creatures from DnD lore...
Both me and my wife loved it, and are hoping for more / spin-off / world building, etc...
Chris, Hugh, and Michelle being more seasoned actors than the rest kinda felt like a game of D&D where one or two players is just better at getting into character than the rest, although I wouldn't call the rest of the cast terrible or anything. Not more of a spread than most movies to be honest.
It felt like an actual game of D&D and not another movie with the name and some references slapped onto it. Has a ton of references which I don't want to spoil because the vast majority are done as part of the world being immersive.
So are you saying that a movie with a budget of 45 million, is like an actual session of D&D?
For once, I *didn't* notice the movie showing its budget!! (it's a constant sore spot with me watching star wars series that should have been films, for example).
Thought it was hysterically funny, and very very well done. The conclusion to the end of the Underdark section didn't quite make sense, but I didn't care. The humor made it all easy to accept, enjoy and relax with.
Would definitely not describe it as campy.
I was very thankful that all the good stuff wasn't in the trailer. Brilliant way to start the movie. The talking to the dead scene could've been pulled directly from any of our tables' foibles (we've all experienced that level of ridiculousness). Enjoyed this movie so, so much!
Chris, Hugh, and Michelle being more seasoned actors than the rest kinda felt like a game of D&D where one or two players is just better at getting into character than the rest, although I wouldn't call the rest of the cast terrible or anything. Not more of a spread than most movies to be honest.
It felt like an actual game of D&D and not another movie with the name and some references slapped onto it. Has a ton of references which I don't want to spoil because the vast majority are done as part of the world being immersive.
So are you saying that a movie with a budget of 45 million, is like an actual session of D&D?
It was like a few sessions combined since actual sessions tend to move a lot slower.
It looks great and had the feel of a real D&D game, with the characters living in the world.
Loved every second of it. Theres a particular magic item introduced that I feel every table is going to be begging the DM for after the movie is seen by audiences at large. Shenanigans will ensue.
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Loved every second of it. Theres a particular magic item introduced that I feel every table is going to be begging the DM for after the movie is seen by audiences at large. Shenanigans will ensue.
Thank you for proving the point about the damage this movie can do to the hobby. People start equating what they see in a movie with how the rules work in a table-top game. I have no idea what item you are describing, but if "everyone wants it", then it is OP, and has no business in the actual game.
Chill.
Yes, there will probably be tables that ask for the item. No, not every DM will give it to them because a) the DM would need to homebrew it because as far as I know it does not officially exist and b) many DMs dont just give their players every item they ask for just because. This isnt some new issue the movie will introduce to the hobby. There is a rich history in the hobby of players asking DMs to make them some OP item that the DM doesnt realize is OP before its too late.
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Loved every second of it. There's a particular magic item introduced that I feel every table is going to be begging the DM for after the movie is seen by audiences at large. Shenanigans will ensue.
Thank you for proving the point about the damage this movie can do to the hobby. People start equating what they see in a movie with how the rules work in a table-top game. I have no idea what item you are describing, but if "everyone wants it", then it is OP, and has no business in the actual game.
It does not prove the point that no one made about it ruining the game.
The Dm is the first and last defense when it comes to allowing powerful item it. It by no means ruins the game...
There are a ton of items that some consider OP... and absolutely belong in the game.
Loved every second of it. Theres a particular magic item introduced that I feel every table is going to be begging the DM for after the movie is seen by audiences at large. Shenanigans will ensue.
I may have added a new item to homebrew today... :)
Loved every second of it. Theres a particular magic item introduced that I feel every table is going to be begging the DM for after the movie is seen by audiences at large. Shenanigans will ensue.
Thank you for proving the point about the damage this movie can do to the hobby. People start equating what they see in a movie with how the rules work in a table-top game. I have no idea what item you are describing, but if "everyone wants it", then it is OP, and has no business in the actual game.
Chill.
My general rule of thumb is to set accounts that offer nothing of value with their posts to Ignore, and that buzzkill definitely qualifies
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Worst case scenario: A bunch of newbies come to play D&D after having seen the film, get it into their head that said item (whatever it is) would be a good addition to their game, and get burnt by it. Some decide they can't be bothered to continue, while others see that it would have been a good game otherwise and add to the growing numbers, somewhat wiser than they otherwise would have been.
Hardly world destroying, eh.
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Back on topic, it seems like this will actually be a good film. Looking forward to watching it!
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Saw the film today with the Amazon Prime members preview. All in all, it was a fun movie. My 12 year old and 6 year old both loved it. Wife loved Chris Pine.
Definitely showed its budget.
Some of the humor fell flat.
Chris Pine and Hugh Grant are clearly in a different league from the rest of the cast, and it shows.
Soooooooo many Easter eggs that only DnD fans will get.
Bardic inspiration is a real thing.
******y Paladins are a real thing.
Wildshape.
Misty Step.
Time stop.
Icewind Dale.
Counterspell
Prestidigitation
Mid-credit scene, but no post.
I saw this post earlier but forgot to respond. Thank you for sharing though! I'm really excited to see Honor Among Thieves.
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Saw the film today with the Amazon Prime members preview. All in all, it was a fun movie. My 12 year old and 6 year old both loved it. Wife loved Chris Pine.
Also saw it and loved it.
Chris, Hugh, and Michelle being more seasoned actors than the rest kinda felt like a game of D&D where one or two players is just better at getting into character than the rest, although I wouldn't call the rest of the cast terrible or anything. Not more of a spread than most movies to be honest.
It felt like an actual game of D&D and not another movie with the name and some references slapped onto it. Has a ton of references which I don't want to spoil because the vast majority are done as part of the world being immersive.
It was a very good film. Campy and self deprecating, but just the right amount. Good story (I saw the end coming but was still enjoyable).
Well written characters that reminded me of some of my own DnD experiences.
It felt like a DnD movie and was recognizable as one, without coming off like it was trying to, or trying to explain to the audience that it was a DnD movie.
Good use of some creatures from DnD lore...
Both me and my wife loved it, and are hoping for more / spin-off / world building, etc...
Nice to see some positive comments! Wish I had known this was a thing, seems it was in several theaters around me.
It was a special Amazon Prime preview event for today's showing. Opening day is still around the corner.
When I DM... :)
For once, I *didn't* notice the movie showing its budget!! (it's a constant sore spot with me watching star wars series that should have been films, for example).
Thought it was hysterically funny, and very very well done. The conclusion to the end of the Underdark section didn't quite make sense, but I didn't care. The humor made it all easy to accept, enjoy and relax with.
Would definitely not describe it as campy.
I was very thankful that all the good stuff wasn't in the trailer. Brilliant way to start the movie. The talking to the dead scene could've been pulled directly from any of our tables' foibles (we've all experienced that level of ridiculousness). Enjoyed this movie so, so much!
It was like a few sessions combined since actual sessions tend to move a lot slower.
It looks great and had the feel of a real D&D game, with the characters living in the world.
Loved every second of it. Theres a particular magic item introduced that I feel every table is going to be begging the DM for after the movie is seen by audiences at large. Shenanigans will ensue.
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Chill.
Yes, there will probably be tables that ask for the item. No, not every DM will give it to them because a) the DM would need to homebrew it because as far as I know it does not officially exist and b) many DMs dont just give their players every item they ask for just because. This isnt some new issue the movie will introduce to the hobby. There is a rich history in the hobby of players asking DMs to make them some OP item that the DM doesnt realize is OP before its too late.
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Oh good grief. D&D was inspired by media since its inception and not every game has every possible source of inspiration.
Players wanting things from movies never damaged the hobby and this movie certainly won't either.
So if you have an Amazon Prime account you can see the movie? Today, or was it only for yesterday (Sunday)?
It was yesterday, actually. So youll probably have to wait to see it on the release day
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It does not prove the point that no one made about it ruining the game.
The Dm is the first and last defense when it comes to allowing powerful item it. It by no means ruins the game...
There are a ton of items that some consider OP... and absolutely belong in the game.
I may have added a new item to homebrew today... :)
My general rule of thumb is to set accounts that offer nothing of value with their posts to Ignore, and that buzzkill definitely qualifies
Active characters:
Carric Aquissar, elven wannabe artist in his deconstructionist period (Archfey warlock)
Lan Kidogo, mapach archaeologist and treasure hunter (Knowledge cleric)
Mardan Ferres, elven private investigator obsessed with that one unsolved murder (Assassin rogue)
Xhekhetiel, halfling survivor of a Betrayer Gods cult (Runechild sorcerer/fighter)
Worst case scenario: A bunch of newbies come to play D&D after having seen the film, get it into their head that said item (whatever it is) would be a good addition to their game, and get burnt by it. Some decide they can't be bothered to continue, while others see that it would have been a good game otherwise and add to the growing numbers, somewhat wiser than they otherwise would have been.
Hardly world destroying, eh.
If you're not willing or able to to discuss in good faith, then don't be surprised if I don't respond, there are better things in life for me to do than humour you. This signature is that response.
Back on topic, it seems like this will actually be a good film. Looking forward to watching it!
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Watched it early release on the big screen
good fun movie
family really enjoyed it too (wife had suggested it from seeing previews), my pre-teens laughed and were talking excitedly afterwards
lots of D&D stuff that would go over peoples heads but were just cool
I saw this post earlier but forgot to respond. Thank you for sharing though! I'm really excited to see Honor Among Thieves.
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