I saw this film last month and to be honest, i actually liked it. I mean first and foremost you have to know that the book itself isn't really good so you shouldn't really expect a lot from the film.
I've read the book and comparing it to its film adaption, I can say that the film's way better. They made it LESS about the s*x and MORE about the "romantic" love story of Grey and Steele. Also, they gave Steele's character some humor which for me was such an important element.
In terms of technicalities, the film wasn't "over-the-edge" it's okay. Nothing special.
In terms of soundtrack, the film has superb songs! It' actually sets up the mood quite well. I cried a bit when Ellie Goulding's "Love Me Like You Do" started playing. Weird right?
In terms of acting, Dakota did an okay job. She started a bit off (her character was supposed to be awkward-cute, but she made her seem awkward in a bad way). Jamie's portrayal of Grey on the other hand was less than okay. He pulled of the sexy and "let's f*ck" part but the INTIMIDATING part not quite well. The way he talked also distracted me i don't know why.
All in all, I think the film's still worth watching and is not as bad as to what people/haters are saying. I'm actually giving it a 6- 7 over 10 grade.
I've read the book and comparing it to its film adaption, I can say that the film's way better. They made it LESS about the s*x and MORE about the "romantic" love story of Grey and Steele. Also, they gave Steele's character some humor which for me was such an important element.
In terms of technicalities, the film wasn't "over-the-edge" it's okay. Nothing special.
In terms of soundtrack, the film has superb songs! It' actually sets up the mood quite well. I cried a bit when Ellie Goulding's "Love Me Like You Do" started playing. Weird right?
In terms of acting, Dakota did an okay job. She started a bit off (her character was supposed to be awkward-cute, but she made her seem awkward in a bad way). Jamie's portrayal of Grey on the other hand was less than okay. He pulled of the sexy and "let's f*ck" part but the INTIMIDATING part not quite well. The way he talked also distracted me i don't know why.
All in all, I think the film's still worth watching and is not as bad as to what people/haters are saying. I'm actually giving it a 6- 7 over 10 grade.