First Blade Runner reactions hail movie as "a masterpiece"

First Blade Runner reactions hail movie as “a masterpiece”

September 27th 2017, 10:07am

Last Updated on August 2, 2021

There’s still about another week to go until BLADE RUNNER 2049, and with it being one of the most anticipated sequels ever, it’s probably going to be the longest week ever. There’s been some doubt regarding whether or not director Denis Villeneuve can live up to the standards of the original BLADE RUNNER, but now those fears can be put to bed for good. Some journalists were lucky enough to catch the movie before all of us, and though the review embargo doesn’t lift until next week they have been able to share their thoughts on the Twitters.

In short, the movie is amazing, breathtaking, awe-inspiring, ingenious and a masterpiece of sci-fi filmmaking. The journalists are praising everything about the movie, including the cast (yes, even Jared Leto) and cinematographer Roger Deakins, who a few are claiming it’s finally time he won his Academy Award (he has been nominated 13 times without a win). Check out some of the reactions below and stay tuned for our review in the coming days. Days, people. Days!

Our own @JimmytotheO calls @bladerunner "Astonishing… More than just a visual wonder, it's a groundbreaking science fiction masterpiece." pic.twitter.com/ulDJYJzMqT

— JoBlo.com (@joblocom) September 26, 2017

Denis Villeneuve is unquestionably one of the elite working directors & there's no excuse if Deakins doesn't win the Oscar #BladeRunner2049

— (((Eric Eisenberg))) (@eeisenberg) September 26, 2017

I saw #BladeRunner2049 and it is BREATHTAKING. It's an impressive follow-up, preserving mysteries, adding new ones, expanding the universe.

— The Bibbidook (@WilliamBibbiani) September 26, 2017

#BladeRunner2049 was one of the most mind-blowing films I've seen. It's breathtaking and transportive. Denis Villeneuve has a masterpiece.

— Jenna Busch (@JennaBusch) September 26, 2017

Everyone bow down to Denis Villeneuve. He’s done the impossible and delivered a huge home run with 'Blade Runner 2049'. Loved it. pic.twitter.com/fjhAJgnwqT

— Steven Weintraub (@colliderfrosty) September 26, 2017

Even if you have no interest in the film, the breathtaking Cinematography by Roger Deakins is worth the price of admission. He’s a God. pic.twitter.com/vofTBDqsjJ

— Steven Weintraub (@colliderfrosty) September 26, 2017

You do not have to have seen the original ‘Blade Runner’ to watch ‘Blade Runner 2049’. But it will def make the film better if you have. pic.twitter.com/7Gjd7GnmpS

— Steven Weintraub (@colliderfrosty) September 26, 2017

I saw #BladeRunner2049! Can't say much, but…💖 pic.twitter.com/D3QJwpxR2M

— Roth Cornet (@RothCornet) September 26, 2017

BLADE RUNNER 2049 is sci-fi masterpiece; the kind of deep-cut genre film we don't see anymore. Visually mind blowing, absolutely fantastic pic.twitter.com/A1d6ohmj3s

— ErikDavis (@ErikDavis) September 26, 2017

All I can say about BLADE RUNNER 2049 is…give Roger Deakins the Oscar now. Absolutely stunning visuals pic.twitter.com/OuKLcngoYz

— Jesse Hawken (@jessehawken) September 26, 2017

Good news! BLADE RUNNER 2049 is a terrific continuation and expansion of the orig. Wasn't hoping for much, ended up LOVING it. (Even Leto!)

— Jordan Hoffman (@jhoffman) September 26, 2017

BLADE RUNNER 2049 arrives October 6 and stars Ryan Gosling, Harrison Ford, Robin Wright, Jared Leto, Ana de Armas and more.