Replicant
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Manufacturer: Lions Gate
Starring: Jean-Claude Van Damme, Michael Rooker, Catherine Dent, Brandon James Olson, Pam Hyatt
Directed By: Ringo Lam
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Aspect Ratio: 1.85:1
Audience Rating: R (Restricted)
Binding: DVD
Brand: Lions Gate
EAN: 0012236119944
Format: Anamorphic
Label: Lions Gate
Manufacturer: Lions Gate
Number Of Items: 1
Publisher: Lions Gate
Region Code: 1
Release Date: 2001-10-16
Running Time: 100
Studio: Lions Gate
Theatrical Release Date: 2001
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Customer Rating:
Summary: worst van damn movie he has ever made
Comment: this is pure crap dont buy this movie the story line might sound really good but trust me the way they did it sucks the whole movie van damn looks pathetic and im his biggest fan which makes me sad that they put him in this movie he really isnt even the main star and he plays two rolls this is just crap dont buy this movie its not even a kicking movie till the end which fight seen was a joke why people rated this movie so good idk but trust me its his worst movie ever
Customer Rating:
Summary: Funny and great
Comment: Van Damme stars as a serial killer and the replicant version developed by gov-t. Van Damme acts well and is very funny to watch as the Replicant goes around learning everything around him and gets himself in funny situations. THe movie has a very positive feel overall and is very well done on the story front. Action is great and Van Damme shows off his gymnastics skills again. Everything about the movie is great, so I'd recommend it. It is a fun action movie to watch.
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Summary: A return to JCVD's roots - Roundhouse Nirvana
Comment: The Jean Claude Van Damme Review Matrix (JCVD-RM)
1. Who is he? Edward Garrotte, murder victims he burns. Nicknamed is "The Torch", his alias well earned. His hair has been used, for the DNA. A Replicant is made, to save the day.
2. Which family member/friend must be avenged? His mother? Himself? This part is hazy. Suffice to say, the setup is crazy.
3. Does he take his shirt off? When born as "Replicant", it's all for show. Think Keanu, Matrix, without the "Whoa".
4. Does he have sex with a C-List actress? He meets a hooker, alone on the street. In less than one second, it's ugh, skeet skeet.
5. Is there a tournament? Replicant has no tournament at all. Following the matrix, it's the sole fault.
6. Is training needed for this tournament? Training is always essential to plot. Gymnastics, however? Probably not.
7. Does he do the splits in training or in the tournament? When learning to use a body brand new, it's: crawl, walk, run, and practice the splits, too.
8. Does he punch someone in the balls? With JCVD, balls should always be scared. Two Van Dammes, two roles, balls better beware. Samaritan not to swift on his feet? Gerrotte takes umbrage, and his heel meets meat. The police decide to pull out a Glock? Gerrotte fights back, and he hammers a c#@*.
9. Does he do a series of flying or 360 kicks? Hey kitchen employees! What do you see? Roundhouse for each - 1800 degrees. When two Van Dammes meet, one can feel mana. This is, quite simply, roundhouse nirvana.
10. Is his enemy unbeatable? Never before has Van Damme faced this threat, even in Bloodsport when he faced Bolo. It's his exact clone, not a silhouette; it's truly his first unbeatable foe.
11. Does he overcome an injury or other hindrance? With two JCVDs, there are two problems. The Replicant seems slightly retarded. Garrotte, however, has some great drama. He burns because his childhood trauma.
12. Does he win? It's the same as all; the end's transparent. But you'll love this movie, it's a sure bet.
With Replicant JCVD brings back the double entendre title (Knock Off), as well as the dual role responsibility from a previous movie (Double Impact). One has to admire a guy who shamelessly makes the same movie throughout his career without acquiescing to an increasingly resistant fan-base. When that same guy makes a movie with a tongue-in-cheek title about his career's repetitiousness, then even more credit is deserved. When that same actor does it again within a three year span, make way, because he's clearly dragging his massive cojones a foot behind him. The production values, cast, action (especially a thrilling ambulance scene), and fights are great, making this not only an impressive return to JCVD's roots, but also proof of his growth as an actor (very convincing as the Replicant).
All things considered, I felt that this review required special attention - my tribute to quintessential JCVD.
Customer Rating:
Summary: Amazing Performance by Van Damme
Comment: JC Van Damme was my favorite action star when I was younger. Before Crouching Tiger and Rumble in the Bronx started the neo-Chinese martial arts movie invasion, Van Damme was king. I watched him get sidelined, disappear for a while, then release movies right to DVD.
Replicant should change all that. JC has remained in top form physically, and even improved as an actor. I am not joking when I say he should have gotten an Oscar nod for his dual role in this film.
If you can look past the horrible science, namely that a clone has the mind and memories of the original, then we have our story. A just-retired cop, Jake, cannot rest as a serial killer targets mothers and savagely murders them. Grim scenes, here. Jake gets a chance to test a secret NSA science project, a replicant of the killer, to see if it will work to catch the killer. If it works, they would clone terrorists and such to track them. The script really gets five stars because there are no holes in it, the viewer is not saying "what about . . . they forgot . . "
The science project is Van Damme as a nameless clone. It is hard to watch the scenes as Jake abuses him like a dog, how the clone is so baby-like and cowers before the only person he knows. The killer is so evil, I really forgot I was watching the same person play both roles. And you will too.
I cannot wait to purchase this film for my collection, and I will be telling everyone about it.
Customer Rating:
Summary: my favorite of the more recenet van damme films
Comment: Replicant is probably the most complete Van Damme movie made. It has everything from an enjoyable and well paced plot, solid characters with pretty good acting, and wonderful action scenes.
This is not the first movie to have 2 Van Damme main characters. Double Impact was actually the first, but unlike that film, the two in Replicant are actually much more different and are pretty much enemies for the most part. The first Van Damme character we are introudced to is the villain, and Van Damme actually does a really good job fullfilling this role. The villain is not your typical bad guy - this guy is just dirty and has issues. He is obsessed with not only killing, but burning all the "bad" mothers he comes in contact with, in return for his own mistreated youth. It seems like nothing can stop this guy in the film, and he rarely gives a care about who gets in the way. He has no trouble killing others and putting plenty in harms way.
The other Van Damme character is a clone created in a government program, that hopes clones can successfully sense their real life counterparts, and lead the cops to the villain. At first, the clone goes through some training and has a difficult time adjusting to life, but eventually learns. He finally comes in contact with his villain counterpart, in a series of either rough fights or attempts to join sides with his real life self.
The other notable character in the film is Jake (Michael Rooker) who has been hunting down the suspect for a long time, and with still no success, decides to retire. The villain still wants him dead, and thats when Jake is asked to work with the clone in the new program to help find the murderer once and for all. There are definetly some emotional moments between himself and the clone - moments of frustration, humor, carelessness, and eventually some bonding.
As for action, the scenes are well placed throughout the plot of the movie. All the action never dissapoints, and the fights are very hardcore - from bodies flying, to objects breaking in every scene, each fight is a brutal one. The finale of the movie has the greatest action of all, and mainly involves an intense ambulance driving scene in a parking garage, where Jake is trying to stop the murderer from escaping. There is also plenty of fight action too.
This is one of Van Damme's better movies, and best performances, playing two very different roles well. The movie works well altogther, and is enjoyable in more areas that just the action department. Perhaps one of the last of the great Van Damme movies made is this one. You won't be dissapointed.
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Customer Rating:
Summary: worst van damn movie he has ever made
Comment: this is pure crap dont buy this movie the story line might sound really good but trust me the way they did it sucks the whole movie van damn looks pathetic and im his biggest fan which makes me sad that they put him in this movie he really isnt even the main star and he plays two rolls this is just crap dont buy this movie its not even a kicking movie till the end which fight seen was a joke why people rated this movie so good idk but trust me its his worst movie ever
Customer Rating:
Summary: Funny and great
Comment: Van Damme stars as a serial killer and the replicant version developed by gov-t. Van Damme acts well and is very funny to watch as the Replicant goes around learning everything around him and gets himself in funny situations. THe movie has a very positive feel overall and is very well done on the story front. Action is great and Van Damme shows off his gymnastics skills again. Everything about the movie is great, so I'd recommend it. It is a fun action movie to watch.
Customer Rating:
Summary: A return to JCVD's roots - Roundhouse Nirvana
Comment: The Jean Claude Van Damme Review Matrix (JCVD-RM)
1. Who is he? Edward Garrotte, murder victims he burns. Nicknamed is "The Torch", his alias well earned. His hair has been used, for the DNA. A Replicant is made, to save the day.
2. Which family member/friend must be avenged? His mother? Himself? This part is hazy. Suffice to say, the setup is crazy.
3. Does he take his shirt off? When born as "Replicant", it's all for show. Think Keanu, Matrix, without the "Whoa".
4. Does he have sex with a C-List actress? He meets a hooker, alone on the street. In less than one second, it's ugh, skeet skeet.
5. Is there a tournament? Replicant has no tournament at all. Following the matrix, it's the sole fault.
6. Is training needed for this tournament? Training is always essential to plot. Gymnastics, however? Probably not.
7. Does he do the splits in training or in the tournament? When learning to use a body brand new, it's: crawl, walk, run, and practice the splits, too.
8. Does he punch someone in the balls? With JCVD, balls should always be scared. Two Van Dammes, two roles, balls better beware. Samaritan not to swift on his feet? Gerrotte takes umbrage, and his heel meets meat. The police decide to pull out a Glock? Gerrotte fights back, and he hammers a c#@*.
9. Does he do a series of flying or 360 kicks? Hey kitchen employees! What do you see? Roundhouse for each - 1800 degrees. When two Van Dammes meet, one can feel mana. This is, quite simply, roundhouse nirvana.
10. Is his enemy unbeatable? Never before has Van Damme faced this threat, even in Bloodsport when he faced Bolo. It's his exact clone, not a silhouette; it's truly his first unbeatable foe.
11. Does he overcome an injury or other hindrance? With two JCVDs, there are two problems. The Replicant seems slightly retarded. Garrotte, however, has some great drama. He burns because his childhood trauma.
12. Does he win? It's the same as all; the end's transparent. But you'll love this movie, it's a sure bet.
With Replicant JCVD brings back the double entendre title (Knock Off), as well as the dual role responsibility from a previous movie (Double Impact). One has to admire a guy who shamelessly makes the same movie throughout his career without acquiescing to an increasingly resistant fan-base. When that same guy makes a movie with a tongue-in-cheek title about his career's repetitiousness, then even more credit is deserved. When that same actor does it again within a three year span, make way, because he's clearly dragging his massive cojones a foot behind him. The production values, cast, action (especially a thrilling ambulance scene), and fights are great, making this not only an impressive return to JCVD's roots, but also proof of his growth as an actor (very convincing as the Replicant).
All things considered, I felt that this review required special attention - my tribute to quintessential JCVD.
Customer Rating:
Summary: Amazing Performance by Van Damme
Comment: JC Van Damme was my favorite action star when I was younger. Before Crouching Tiger and Rumble in the Bronx started the neo-Chinese martial arts movie invasion, Van Damme was king. I watched him get sidelined, disappear for a while, then release movies right to DVD.
Replicant should change all that. JC has remained in top form physically, and even improved as an actor. I am not joking when I say he should have gotten an Oscar nod for his dual role in this film.
If you can look past the horrible science, namely that a clone has the mind and memories of the original, then we have our story. A just-retired cop, Jake, cannot rest as a serial killer targets mothers and savagely murders them. Grim scenes, here. Jake gets a chance to test a secret NSA science project, a replicant of the killer, to see if it will work to catch the killer. If it works, they would clone terrorists and such to track them. The script really gets five stars because there are no holes in it, the viewer is not saying "what about . . . they forgot . . "
The science project is Van Damme as a nameless clone. It is hard to watch the scenes as Jake abuses him like a dog, how the clone is so baby-like and cowers before the only person he knows. The killer is so evil, I really forgot I was watching the same person play both roles. And you will too.
I cannot wait to purchase this film for my collection, and I will be telling everyone about it.
Customer Rating:
Summary: my favorite of the more recenet van damme films
Comment: Replicant is probably the most complete Van Damme movie made. It has everything from an enjoyable and well paced plot, solid characters with pretty good acting, and wonderful action scenes.
This is not the first movie to have 2 Van Damme main characters. Double Impact was actually the first, but unlike that film, the two in Replicant are actually much more different and are pretty much enemies for the most part. The first Van Damme character we are introudced to is the villain, and Van Damme actually does a really good job fullfilling this role. The villain is not your typical bad guy - this guy is just dirty and has issues. He is obsessed with not only killing, but burning all the "bad" mothers he comes in contact with, in return for his own mistreated youth. It seems like nothing can stop this guy in the film, and he rarely gives a care about who gets in the way. He has no trouble killing others and putting plenty in harms way.
The other Van Damme character is a clone created in a government program, that hopes clones can successfully sense their real life counterparts, and lead the cops to the villain. At first, the clone goes through some training and has a difficult time adjusting to life, but eventually learns. He finally comes in contact with his villain counterpart, in a series of either rough fights or attempts to join sides with his real life self.
The other notable character in the film is Jake (Michael Rooker) who has been hunting down the suspect for a long time, and with still no success, decides to retire. The villain still wants him dead, and thats when Jake is asked to work with the clone in the new program to help find the murderer once and for all. There are definetly some emotional moments between himself and the clone - moments of frustration, humor, carelessness, and eventually some bonding.
As for action, the scenes are well placed throughout the plot of the movie. All the action never dissapoints, and the fights are very hardcore - from bodies flying, to objects breaking in every scene, each fight is a brutal one. The finale of the movie has the greatest action of all, and mainly involves an intense ambulance driving scene in a parking garage, where Jake is trying to stop the murderer from escaping. There is also plenty of fight action too.
This is one of Van Damme's better movies, and best performances, playing two very different roles well. The movie works well altogther, and is enjoyable in more areas that just the action department. Perhaps one of the last of the great Van Damme movies made is this one. You won't be dissapointed.
Jean-claude van damme square off against his deadliest opponent yet-himself-when he stars as both a heinous serial killer and the replicated clone that represents the authoritys best and only chance at capturing this mad killer on the loose. Studio: Lions Gate Home Ent. Release Date: 04/20/2004 Starring: Jean-claude Van Damme Catherine Dent Run time: 100 minutes Rating: R Director: Ringo Lam
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