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Walking with Dinosaurs

27 December 2013English1h 27m
out of 10
Mixedlukewarm or divided
Monk Score · 4 scored reviews · 1 not rated

Stunning dino visuals can't save a weak, poorly written script.

Verdict tier Mixed, lukewarm or divided, on a scale of Unfavorable, Mixed, Recommended, Exceptional.

  • Praised: CGI visuals and 3D effects
  • Criticised: Weak script and dialogue

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What 5 critics are saying

Critical reception for Walking with Dinosaurs is largely negative, with most reviewers finding little to recommend beyond its visual elements. The CGI work and 3D effects are consistently noted as the film's strongest asset, with reviewers pointing to effective integration of dinosaurs into live-action settings. However, critics are nearly unanimous in condemning the script, with weak, silly dialogue singled out as the film's most damaging flaw. One reviewer found it engaging enough for young audiences, but others described it as dull and a lazy filmmaking effort.

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Critic reviews (5)

Top critics first, then by score · not-rated last · updated

  1. Top critic

    Indian Express

    Film review ·

    It's sad then that such magnificent creatures have been laid unnecessarily low by the dialogues humans have saddled them with.
  2. Zee News

    Film review ·

    The 3D effects are very effective especially in the scene where Patchi shrugs off the crab or when the omnivorous squirrel jumps to catch its prey. These scenes are out of the ordinary. ...a gorgeous visual feast that would delight kids.
  3. Times Of India

    Film review ·

    ...the biggest letdown is the wafer-thin plot and some silly dialogues marring an otherwise decent story. Partly based on the BBC's 1999 TV documentary mini-series bearing the same name, the only thing that works best for this film is the successful melding of CGI dinosaurs in live-action landscape settings.
  4. Rediff

    Film review ·

    ...a lazy attempt at filmmaking. Watch it only if you have insomnia because the comfortable seats, the theatre air conditioning and the film will be enough to lull you to sleep.
  5. BookMyShow

    Film review ·

    The film is not-so-funny, not so educative but definitely dull with a juiceless script, yet alluring imagery.

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