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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community Nov 19, 2009
Pros: Jack Nicholson, Morgan Freeman
Cons: Story, CGI, Sappiness
Summary: The Bucket List (2007)Tells the bittersweet tale of a pair of hospitalized geezers who have terminal diagnoses with an expiration date estimated to be six months away and closing. The two sick geriatrics are Jack ... read more
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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Jul 9, 2012
Pros: Nicholson and Freeman, a drama that's not too serious
Cons: The lighthearted moments could have been a bit funnier at times
Summary: Carter Chambers (Morgan Freeman) is a terminally ill blue collar mechanic. While in the hospital, he’s roomed with Edward Cole (Jack Nicholson,) a surly billionaire. Although the two have nothing in common, they eventually develop a bond and become ... read more
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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Aug 20, 2011
Pros: Interesting concept for a movie.
Cons: Not always believable at times.
Summary: I'm a big fan of Morgan Freeman and try to catch one of his movies now and then. The Bucket List I had heard a lot about but never really gave it much thought one way or the other. But the late night movie bug caught and it was available, so ... read more
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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Nov 14, 2010
Pros: There's a pretty lady at a bar
Cons: Not Funny, No Tears, Weak Performances, Terrible
Summary: Rob Reiner deserves credit for directing great movies, such as "A Few Good Men" and "Misery." However, I am still seething over his "Bucket List." While I cannot get the ninety minutes of my life back, that I wasted over this production, I'm glad to ... read more
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Rated a Somewhat Helpful Review by the Epinions community
May 30, 2009
Pros: Morgan Freeman
Cons: Jack Nicholson
Summary: I expected this movie to be highly entertaining and touching at the same time. Instead I found it so slow I dozed off in the middle. Perhaps if I was a big Jack Nicholson fan I would have found more enjoyment in it. I knew he was in it ... read more
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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Mar 25, 2009
Pros: This is a great film - an all time favorite.
Cons: Tender and emotional subject material.
Summary: This is a great film for adults. I went to this movie with my Aunt and I was one of the youngest in the theatre. This movie really hits home for the older crowd, but it still delivers a powerful message for younger people as well. I ... read more
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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Mar 15, 2009
Pros: Nicholson and Freeman were pretty good
Cons: Too much CGI
Summary: The Bucket List is about two dying men who decide to have a little adventure before their time comes. It stars Jack Nicholson and Morgan Freeman and is directed by Rob Reiner. As you might imagine, it is a little sappy and sad, but does have a few ... read more
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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Jan 25, 2009
Pros: Nicholson & Freeman - outstanding
Cons: none
Summary: Edward Cole is an obscenely rich man. He sits on many boards, owns countless companies, dines with Presidents and Royalty, eats only the best food and dines on the choicest meals. His one other addiction is Kopi Luwak Coffee, which he totes around with ... read more
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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Dec 26, 2008
Pros: Read review
Cons: Read review
Summary: A Bucket List: is a list of things to do before one dies that one didn't get a chance to do while alive and, well, well enough to do them. Morgan Freeman and Jack Nicholson, now there's a combination you no doubt thought you'd never see on the ... read more
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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Dec 17, 2008
Pros: Stellar casting of Freeman and Nicholson.
Cons: None.
Summary: We probably all theoretically have that list of things that we all hope to accomplish before we meet our fateful end here on Earth. Whether the list include tangible sort of goals like run a marathon or climb a mountain or somewhat more intangible things ... read more
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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Oct 18, 2008
Pros: Easy to watch, funny in parts, sad at times, entertaining.
Cons: Not one of Nicholson's and Freeman's best ever movies.
Summary: I had always thought that the saying, 'Kick the Bucket', which refers to a person dying, was a very English, slang statement. However, as this is exactly what is referred to in the title of the American film, The Bucket List', I guess it is a more ... read more
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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Oct 17, 2008
Pros: A+ acting, directing. Outstanding performances by Nicholson and Freeman.
Cons: Could be depressing for some.
Summary: The Bucket List< b> was a movie that I put off watching. I had heard good things about it, but knowing the storyline, I decided that it would be a sure fire "tearjerker". I finally got around to moving it up to the top of my Netflix queue after ... read more
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Rated a Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Oct 15, 2008
Pros: Funny/Sad movie- Awesome Actors
Cons: not suitable for younger children- terrible language
Summary: I watched Bucket List at home, more than once. This movie is so inspiring and touching that it makes you want to watch it over and over. Main Cast Members..Jack Nicholson plays Edward ColeSean Hayes plays MatthewMorgan Freeman plays ... read more
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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Sep 13, 2008
Pros: The cast, friendship, road to the ending, story, Nicholson, Freeman, Hayes, humor, the ending.
Cons: Predictable
Summary: What would you do if you knew you were going to die within the next few months? You could make a list of all the people you hoped to meet in heaven. You might make a list of financial responsibilities to complete but if you were fortunate, and still had ... read more
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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Aug 6, 2008
Pros: good acting
Cons: poor storyline
Summary: I had high hopes for this movie. Though previews only give you some insight into a movie (and usually showcase the most interesting points), the idea of dealing with our own mortality and what we'd like to do before we die really interested me. I had ... read more
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Rated a Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Aug 4, 2008
Pros: Good acting, touching storyline
Cons: This is not action packed flick
Summary: My 11 year old saw this movie at the sleepover and wanted to see it again so we watched it last night. This movie is filmed around the main characters Edward Cole and Carter Chambers played by Jack Nicholson and Morgan Freeman. This movie is full of ... read more
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Rated a Somewhat Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Jul 27, 2008
Pros: Beautiful film about life and love.
Cons: Nothing.
Summary: The Bucket List (2007) Directed by Ron Reiner. Stars Jack Nicholson, Morgan Freeman, and Sean Hayes. Through unfortunate cancer-diagnoses, Carter and Edward find themselves hospital roommates. On the surface, these men are polar opposites. Blue ... read more
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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Jul 27, 2008
Pros: Jack Nicholson, Morgan Freeman, great acting and chemistry, funny, moving
Cons: Often predictable, some scenes feel rushed
Summary: My husband and I both enjoy Jack Nicholson’s and Morgan Freeman’s acting. When the two of them teamed up for The Bucket List, we had to rent it. Nicholson plays a cankerous, often eccentric billionaire and Freeman plays a calm, ... read more
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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Jul 12, 2008
Pros: Jack. Morgan Freeman. Good story. Slightly unexpected ending.
Cons: Um...
Summary: Another movie to add to my list of I-didn’t-want-to-see-it-but-I’
m-glad-I-did
is 2007’s The Bucket List (PG-13). I figured that with Jack (Nicholson) and Morgan Freeman it would be a good flick, but I underestimated how good. Edward Cole (Jack) ... read more
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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Jul 3, 2008
Pros: Deals with issues compassionately
Cons: You will need tissues handy
Summary: I enjoy films that star Morgan Freeman or Jack Nicholson. So when I heard that they were teaming up to star in this film, I decided that I wanted to see the film, and the trailers looked good. Hubby was a bit undecided but agreed that he would ... read more
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