A failed reporter is bonded to an alien entity, one of many symbiotes who have invaded Earth. But the being takes a liking to Earth and decides to protect it.A failed reporter is bonded to an alien entity, one of many symbiotes who have invaded Earth. But the being takes a liking to Earth and decides to protect it.A failed reporter is bonded to an alien entity, one of many symbiotes who have invaded Earth. But the being takes a liking to Earth and decides to protect it.
- Awards
- 2 wins & 9 nominations total
Wayne Pére
- Dr. Emerson
- (as Wayne Péré)
Summary
Reviewers say 'Venom' is a divisive film with mixed reviews. Tom Hardy's performance and the dynamic between Eddie and Venom are highlights. Action scenes and special effects receive praise, though consistency is questioned. Critics cite a weak script, underdeveloped characters, and uneven pacing. Some suggest a darker tone and R rating could improve it. The supporting cast is often deemed underwhelming. Despite flaws, many find it enjoyable for its humor and fun superhero elements.
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Had a test screening tonight in cinema I work at, and couldn't wait to watch my all-time favorite Marvel (anti) hero on big screen.
Tom Hardy is great as always, that guy really can act. Can't think of anyone else who would be a better choice for the role but him.
Introduction was really long, but I was not bored for a second. When Venom comes in his true form - the party starts! Wish few action scenes were less like Michael Bay's style (hardly see anything) but the inner child in me was really happy for Venom's maniacal kicking and punching around. Venom's character is really well made visually - his walking, jumping and smashing are just like in the comic books - thumbs up for that!
Hope they will release R rated version on BluRay so we can see more of Venom's craziness. Tom Hardy allegedly said best parts are cut out to make the movie more age appropriate, and I think that's a shame. Anyway, I will watch this movie once more in cinema, and buy it on BluRay. After all, it's Venom!
Go and see it on big screen - hope you won't be disappointed!
Oh, and there are TWO mid-credit scenes - one we all are waiting for and another one that...just go and see it for yourself!
Hope they will release R rated version on BluRay so we can see more of Venom's craziness. Tom Hardy allegedly said best parts are cut out to make the movie more age appropriate, and I think that's a shame. Anyway, I will watch this movie once more in cinema, and buy it on BluRay. After all, it's Venom!
Go and see it on big screen - hope you won't be disappointed!
Oh, and there are TWO mid-credit scenes - one we all are waiting for and another one that...just go and see it for yourself!
We just came out of the theatre and I can honestly say. I liked it! It was funny and it paid great homage to the Todd McFarlane bombastic Venom era of the late 90's. It truly baffles me that Sony would not take enough risks to release the film with an R rating. I wonder how much of this film was left on the cutting floor!?! Tom Hardy's performance is also on point and...just go see it.
"Venom" is a funny and entertaining film based on a Marvel antihero Venom with reasonable storyline, awesome special effects and weak and annoying villain performed by the awful Riz Ahmed. However, Tom Hardy has good performance in the role of the clumsy loser Eddie Brock and Michelle Williams complete the lead cast. This film is also the chance to see Stan Lee in his last cameo. My vote is seven.
Title (Brazil): "Venom"
Note: On 06 January 2025, I saw this film again.
Title (Brazil): "Venom"
Note: On 06 January 2025, I saw this film again.
Venom is a nice enjoyable superhero film which I was quite interested in. The film has a very Marvel story, it's not the first time I've seen a story like this one but with just different characters and different settings. Though the story of not knowing whether Venom is good or evil is an interesting aspect not really seen before.
But I still found it quite enjoyable. There is no fantastic cinematography techniques or anything like that. But Venom played by Tom Hardy manages to deliver an amazing acting performance in comparison to other Marvel movies.
I recommend Venom for superhero film fans to watch it's an interesting story with a little bit of a twist.
But I still found it quite enjoyable. There is no fantastic cinematography techniques or anything like that. But Venom played by Tom Hardy manages to deliver an amazing acting performance in comparison to other Marvel movies.
I recommend Venom for superhero film fans to watch it's an interesting story with a little bit of a twist.
This movie legit showed that a side character CNA have a movie, although this movie sometimes got slow especially around the Indian Elon musk dude but whatever
Tom Hardy Picks Venom's Ideal Meal: Rocket Raccoon
Storyline
Did you know
- TriviaTom Hardy's son Louis Thomas Hardy is a fan of Venom, and Hardy took the role to please him: "I wanted to do something my son could watch. So I did something where I bite people's heads off." Louis also guided his father on how to appropriately portray Brock/Venom, since Hardy didn't know the character very well.
- Goofs(at around 3 mins) The scenes with the Malaysian ambulance shows the vehicle driving on the right hand side of the road, and the steering wheel on the left-hand side of the vehicle. Malaysia drives on the left side of the road (like in the UK & Australia), and the steering wheel should be on the right-hand side of the vehicle.
- Crazy creditsThere is a scene in the closing credits: Eddie Brock goes to visit convicted killer Cletus Kasady in San Quentin Prison who proclaims that once he is released, there will be "carnage".
- ConnectionsFeatured in Good Morning Britain: Episode dated 24 April 2018 (2018)
- SoundtracksNo Problem
Written by Jmike, Justin Davey, James Lavigne, Bruno Mota, Pusha T (as Terrence Thornton) and Vinay Vyas
Performed by Pusha T
Pusha T appears courtesy of REUPGANG/Decon
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- Antidote
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Box office
- Budget
- $100,000,000 (estimated)
- Gross US & Canada
- $213,515,506
- Opening weekend US & Canada
- $80,255,756
- Oct 7, 2018
- Gross worldwide
- $856,085,161
- Runtime1 hour 52 minutes
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- Aspect ratio
- 2.39 : 1
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