Tyler Perry’s “Alex Cross” not killing at the box office
Tyler Perry in a movie still from "Alex Cross"
When we interviewed Tyler Perry ahead of the release of his new movie “Alex Cross,” we asked if more movies based on James Patterson’s detective novels could be in his future.
“That’s going to depend on the audience,” he said.
The audience does not appear to be clamoring for more. The action thriller about a hard-charging detective on the hunt of a ruthless murderer did not have a killer weekend at the box office.
“‘Alex Cross’ is Perry’s lowest-grossing opener as an actor; it is the second-lowest debut of his career, after ‘Tyler Perry’s Daddy’s Little Girls,’ which he wrote, directed and produced,” reported E Online.
Citing Friday-Sunday stats compiled by studios and Exhibitor Relations, E reported that “Paranormal Activity 4″ led the weekend box office with a $30.2 million haul. Ben Affleck’s superb “Argo,” based on the true story of how Americans escaped Iran after the siege on the Tehran embassy, was next with a $16.6 million weekend. (Here’s a link to our recent interview with Affleck).
Then came ”Hotel Transylvania” ($13.5 million), “Taken 2″ ($13.4 million) and then “Alex Cross,” at $11.8 million.
The reviews for “Alex Cross” haven’t been great.
“A grim, dispiritingly stupid waste of time, energy, money and talent,” wrote The New York Times, which went on to say that if there are to be further movies starring Perry as Cross, “you will need to fire the writers and the director. And then you will need to help Mr. Perry rethink his performance, which lacks both nuance and the majestic, uncompromising wrath that makes Madea so memorable.”
The Los Angeles Times didn’t like the movie either, but noted Perry “has the talent to move beyond the world of Madea should he want to. He just needs to look for much better material.”
The movie fared better in The Examiner’s review, which said, “If the first installment of ‘Alex Cross’ is any indication of what is to come, I look forward to the next episode.”
Did you see “Alex Cross?” If not, do you plan to?
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Rhonda Caldwell
October 22nd, 2012
7:37 am
VERY IMPRESSED (I GIVE IT 10 *****). YOU ARE SO GIFTED AND ANOITED!!!! ALEX CROSS WAS SUPERB… YOU SHOULD CONSIDER A MINI-SERIES….. I WANTED TO SEE IT OVER AGAIN AND WILL BE WAITING ON THE DVD…. GOD BLESS YOU!
J. Cox
October 22nd, 2012
7:52 am
Tyler Perry did an excellent job in his first thriller. I can’t imagine why critics would dismiss this film. Though I am an avid Perry fan, I remain objective. I concede that the lighting was somewhat compromised in the fight scene. It was a directorial oversight. You owe to yourself to see the film. If I judged his films by what the critics say, I wouldn’t have seen any of them! I have seen every film he’s ever made and Alex Cross is one of his best! Oftentimes, critics lack the objectivity they need to adequately express a professional opinion. Perry is so much more than Madea!
Eric
October 22nd, 2012
8:22 am
I saw the movie on yesterday and I thought Tyler Perry did and outstanding job! The movie was really good. Who cares what the critics say.
Traci404
October 22nd, 2012
8:32 am
I gave the movie a “B” I am so used to him playing Madea or other male characters in her family. Tyler as an action hero, was a stretch. But in the emotional scenes with Cicely Tyson. He was spot on. They could have made the relationship between him and his kids a lot stronger. The Psycho killer was done very well. Overall, I would go and see him again as Alex Cross. But I think HE should write the script.
Movie Fan
October 22nd, 2012
8:33 am
‘Alex Cross’ should have been a Morgan Freeman movie. Period!
Traci404
October 22nd, 2012
8:35 am
P.S. Get rid of the TWA. “Teenage Weenie Afro”
sweetgapeach
October 22nd, 2012
8:35 am
Surprisingly good! I am not a fan of any of the films featuring Madea but, those without the character are great. The critics got this one wrong.
GG
October 22nd, 2012
8:48 am
I have read all of James Patterson books on Alex Cross, and the impression I get from reading the books is a very tall distinguished young detective who is a man a woman would really love to have; Tyler Perry does not fit the bill and neither did Morgan Freeman. Now if there was Idris Elba, Denzel Washington, or Don Cheadle then there would have been a desire to see the movie, but to see a man who has played a female role all his acting career is out of the question. Don’t take me wrong I have nothing against men who choose the alternate lifestyle, but Tyler Perry just doesn’t possess those qualities.
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lmh
October 22nd, 2012
8:57 am
The movie was awesome, the viewers are the one with the problem. Society is trying to confine him to other roles (Madae), yet he is a man of many talents and they showed in this movie. Tyler Perry is not trying to be anyone else, he is his own man. I look forward to many more productions. Keep your head up, TP you have me and the Lord on your side!!
anonymous
October 22nd, 2012
9:03 am
Surely there must be a cool looking, young, energetic, articulate black male actor somewhere in this whole country who would do wonders with that role. No Denzel, Cheadle, Morgan Freeman or Samuel L. Jackson. Are these the only black actors who can do anything?
Somebody open your eyes and find the talent! It is out there!
On to T. Perry.
Best if he stayed behind the camera. I for one will not spend hard earned money watching him try to be something he is not.
Best if he sought out advice from critics that can help him perfect his craft! Listening only to his “yes men” and “yes women” will only result in this kind of turnout for his movies.
I won’t go see his film just because it is his film. I need better quality in a film.
That’s just me.
mugglemikki
October 22nd, 2012
9:06 am
@GG, I totally agree! It would have been a much better movie with Idris Elba. Has anybody else watched the Luther series on BBC America? He is brilliant in it!
Benn Dover
October 22nd, 2012
9:11 am
OMG. You people are delusional. All tyler perry is is a joke. period. and you losers are the punchline for liking it. 4.7/10 at IMDB.
Ms. GC
October 22nd, 2012
9:15 am
I saw the movie and thought it was really good. Who cares what the critics think. For Perry’s dedut in a serious role, he did a very good and credible job.
Bluot
October 22nd, 2012
9:16 am
Rhonda Caldwell 10 starts? Is that out of 5 like most movies? And all Caps, I think you are trying to convince yourself you liked the move more than you did. IT is OK to not like a movie, even if it has someone you worship in it.
I also like everyone blaming the director, writers anyone but Tyler for the bad reviews, but then say reviews mean nothing. Relax guys it is just a movie, in 3 years you will have forgot you even saw it.
Vinnie
October 22nd, 2012
9:18 am
I applaud his efforts for doing something outside the box, but for most, his success will remain doing certain types of films that feature coonery and him in drag.
Mo Galloway
October 22nd, 2012
9:27 am
I loved it! While I should be surprised by the NY this time I am puzzled.
gm
October 22nd, 2012
9:27 am
Great Job Perry, you know you have to be Tom Cruz, Mel Gibson, so you can be notice.
Gerry
October 22nd, 2012
9:34 am
I saw Alex Cross this weekend and I enjoyed it. It is great to see Tyler Perry playing a good-looking, sensitive, hunk of a man!
Shanelle
October 22nd, 2012
9:39 am
Ya’ll haterz is crazy. My boy Tyler is off da chain! This movie was great. Ya’ll all need to go see it.
The Movie
October 22nd, 2012
9:53 am
I saw Alex Cross this weekend and I did enjoy it. I thought the opening could have been different.
janet
October 22nd, 2012
9:58 am
If you listen to critics they will have you not seeing any movies – I enjoyed it and say keep on doing what you are doing Tyler. The movie was action packed and your acting was way above average
Glenda
October 22nd, 2012
10:07 am
I saw the movie and enjoyed it. It was a different role for Mr. Tyler and he played it well! Anticipating the next movie. Don’t listen to critics because they don’t know everything.
jean cooper
October 22nd, 2012
10:09 am
Movie was so-so. Not as good as when Morgan Freeman played Alex Cross. He was more believable.
Tay
October 22nd, 2012
10:14 am
I kinda figured it wasn’t going to do well at the box office, but I guess I’ll take the blog critics and wait for the DVD…
COOL CLYDE
October 22nd, 2012
10:14 am
Who cares what the critics think!!!! I’m taking my girl friend to see it for her Birthday(10-26). Do your think TYLER PERRY!!!!
Eric
October 22nd, 2012
10:14 am
Movie Fan
October 22nd, 2012
8:33 am
‘Alex Cross’ should have been a Morgan Freeman movie. Period!
I cannot see Morgan Freeman in this role now at his age. His age would have made the fighting unbeleivable.
Alvap13
October 22nd, 2012
10:20 am
Tyer Perry is an all around actor. He does not deserve to be stereo-typed as just the “Madea” character. I thoughe Cross was an allright movie, but lacked the spontaneity I was hoping to see, but that was in no way the fault of Tyler Perry, his performance was great! Could have been better direction. Critics every-where, who cares if you don’t like him or will not go to see his movies? The people that know what Tyler Perry stands for and the kind of help he is always giving to others will keep him being successful whether you go to see him or not. Hopefully, now that people can see him in a different type of role, he will be able to get better, more constructive parts. Go ahead Tyler, and don’t mind what the negative critics say. Laugh all the way to the bank!
david c
October 22nd, 2012
10:44 am
We witnessed a lot of frowns on the faces of what I assume to be the older fanbase of Tyler Perry coming out of the theater on Saturday. I would actually like to see Perry succeed at something other than Madea.
Portia
October 22nd, 2012
10:51 am
I went to see the movie Saturday and really enjoyed it. I loved the story line and the fact that it was really unpredictable. Tyler did a very good job. It was great seeing him step outside of the “Madea box”.
LawdHamercy
October 22nd, 2012
11:13 am
Haven’t seen the movie yet, but I plan to get the bootleg from the barbershop as soon as it’s out. I’m not ready to see Perry play a masculine role. Why him for this role anyway? Was Denzel busy?
Kman2g
October 22nd, 2012
11:14 am
I saw Alex Cross with Tyler Perry this weekend. I’ve never read any of the James Patterson books nor did I see the Alex Cross movie with Morgan Freeman. I’m not a big Madea fan either but I felt like I would give Tyler Perry a chance and check out his new movie to see if he could pull off being something other than a funny man. I’d say his performance was so-so. Does it leave me on the edge of my seat anxiously awaiting the next Alex Cross movie featuring Tyler Perry??? NO…….but I will say it was not a complete waste of time either. I normally give movies a grade like we used to get in school. I’d give the movie overall a B-. Tyler Perry’s performance was a C-. The psycho killer’s performance in the movie was awesome (A grade) and very believable which is what helped the movie get a B- from me. Good effort Tyler Perry. Keep working towards that A my man!!
SCPraise
October 22nd, 2012
11:16 am
My husband and I went to see the movie this past Saturday. My husband does not like the Madea type movies but loved this one; we both did. Tyler Perry did an excellent job as “Alex Cross”. The movie was unpredictable. Great movie! Can’t wait for the next installment. As for the critics, if you are looking for Madea, wait for the next Madea movie. She’s not in this one.
Lisa
October 22nd, 2012
11:18 am
I was so excited to go to see the movie on Friday. I came out of the theater a very disappointed James Patterson fan. Tyler Perry did an excellent job however, the movie did not follow the stroryline of the books. Maria did not die that way in the books and childhood friend was not Tommy, where was John Samson? Will not even watch it again when it is out on DVD. Such a shame to ruin a good story. Did James Patterson approve the movie before it was released?
Waste of Time
October 22nd, 2012
11:30 am
The movie was just ok. Matthew Fox’s performance was really good. Tyler Perry did a terrible job and wasn’t believable to me. I saw his stunt double in several scenes of the movie and in one scene, Tyler Perry’s voice transformed into Madea. I just can’t take him serious as an action star. I am not a fan of his movies anyway. Glad I didn’t pay to see it..I would have been upset.
brenda
October 22nd, 2012
11:36 am
Sorry I will not go see it because of Tyler Perry. I would see the movie if almost anyone else way playing Alex Cross. I love James Patterson and the Alex Cross books.
Dodge Carithers
October 22nd, 2012
11:41 am
Typer Perry can improve in all area if he just listen to a few people-he will need to re-create past films that flopped-do a fils based of O.J. Simpson beating the system of killing his wife and her friend Ron Goldman, or-wasn’t it some black folks on the Titanic who told and saw the damn ice berge before the drunk pilots saw it and ran into it and again there to be some black folks in Russia who was in Prison and wanted to get out and come to America just to get a bottle of Coca Cola-but they are in prison because Russian needs rail workers and the young BLACK boys were much stronger than the whites.
RK
October 22nd, 2012
11:44 am
If you actually wasted money to go see this this weekend, I can’t trust your opinion.
Light
October 22nd, 2012
11:58 am
It was an entertaining movie and had a lot of suspense. Tyler Perry did a fine job and can definitely perform other roles besides Madea. I actually wasn’t aware of the movie but a friend invited me to go see it. He told me Tyler Perry was in it and I was curious to see it. I’m glad I did. Congrats Mr. Perry!
Nakishia Bailey
October 22nd, 2012
12:01 pm
I thoroughly enjoyed Alex Cross. I don’t usually go to action thrillers, but I am glad that I went to watch this. Tyler Perry is a great talent. I also appreciated the highlight of Detroit and Chevy and Cadilac.
Billy Lawless
October 22nd, 2012
12:03 pm
Alex Cross is one of my favorite films of this year. Really enjoyed it.
Fortunate1269
October 22nd, 2012
12:10 pm
Here’s the Real…James Patterson is an amazing author and paints a pretty good picture of what and who his characters are. For those of us that read the Alex Cross Series have a pretty good idea of what he’s suppose to look and act like. Tyler Perry is not and never will be an Alex Cross, I could see Will Smith or Denzel Washington in that role but not Tyler Perry. Sorry, won’t even spend the money to go see it…Perry has tagged himself as a man who likes to dress up like a woman and that image is forever burned in my head. Very bad casting decision!
Marlene
October 22nd, 2012
12:24 pm
I think Tyler Perry is refreshing to the screen. He play the role of one of my favorite people, Alex Cross. I hope to see more of him. Keep up the good works Mr. Perry. You have managed to bring some very important issue to light in your previous movies and have done an excellent job playing Alex Cross.
Eric
October 22nd, 2012
12:29 pm
It’s nice to finally read so many positive comments about Tyler Perry, of course there will always be those who hate, but who cares. KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK TYLER!
anonymous
October 22nd, 2012
12:31 pm
Spike Lee had this same problem: casting himself in roles not suite for his little a.z.z.
ME
October 22nd, 2012
12:48 pm
Congrads Tyler!!! Continue to NOT let people define you.
classof2010
October 22nd, 2012
12:54 pm
Im not a fan of tyler but this movie was really good. Being an actor myself I just respect tyler perry so much there are some many people that is trying to do what Mr. perry is and is failing at it not because there not getting a lucky break its just there less talented lmao
Wilmington
October 22nd, 2012
12:56 pm
I enjoyed the movie. I wasn’t sure that I would but surprisingly I did. GOOD JOB Tyler Perry!!!!!!!
Donna Brown
October 22nd, 2012
12:58 pm
Saw the movie and absolutely loved it!! It was very action packed and the suspense was awesome!!
M
October 22nd, 2012
1:03 pm
Attention Black People:
Can we PLEASE stop using, “Idris/Denzel would’ve been good in that role,” as our default response whenever a movie comes out with a black male lead that is not one of the aforementioned actors? I think Idris and Denzel are great actors, but they can’t play EVERY role.
I’m not a Tyler fan like per se, but given the fact that the list of credible black male leads in Hollywood is about as long as a rapper’s vocabulary, he’s about as good a ‘Plan B’ as there is out there. And no, I did not see “Alex Cross” this weekend. I saw “Argo” instead, and it was a great movie!
Chris
October 22nd, 2012
1:04 pm
Still plan to…
Carl Jackson
October 22nd, 2012
1:04 pm
Saw it over the weekend and was ready to walk out within 15 minutes. TERRIBLE. Tyler Perry has to be the worst “actor” in the industry.
George Davis
October 22nd, 2012
1:12 pm
I loved the movie. I agree with James Patterson, Cross’s creator, Tyler Perry is Alex Cross. I look forward to more Alex Cross movies with Tyler Perry. Kudos to Mr Patterson, Mr Perry, and the rest of the marvelous crew… more, more, more!
Deat Brown
October 22nd, 2012
1:13 pm
I enjoyed the movie. It showed a different side to Tyler Perry and I enjoyed looking at Matthew Fox (he made me want to work out after I left the theater).
hissyfit
October 22nd, 2012
1:13 pm
so when will tyler finally come out of the closet? dude you aint foolin nobody
GAPeach
October 22nd, 2012
1:17 pm
I love and respect Tyler Perry. I love to see actors showing their other creative sides. I saw the movie yesterday and everyone I told about the movie all asked the same question….was it any good? I feel people don’t know how to live outside the box, stop being so negative about everything …..I enjoyed it and would recommend other’s to see it as well! Keep it up TP…!
VinylT
October 22nd, 2012
1:42 pm
Yeah… I’m not buying all these positive user comments for one second. Tyler Perry’s publicity machine is obviously in damage-control overdrive.
Tonjones
October 22nd, 2012
1:44 pm
I saw it and thought it was a pretty good movie. Tyler’s not the best actor and some parts were unrealistic which I blame the screenwriters/director for. Overall, I’d give it a B- and say it’s about as good as anything else out these days.
Kimberly
October 22nd, 2012
1:52 pm
I saw the movie and I would give Tyler Perry a 9 on the acting. I think the movie script could have been stronger in the area of suspense and action. The fight scene was a blur because the cameras were too close to the action. Overall, I would give the movie a 9 out of 10.
Tyler you did a great job and I would love to see you continue to step outside of the Madea role. Oh, and keep up the good work on that body of yours, YUM!
BigdaddyJ
October 22nd, 2012
1:58 pm
He cannot act, period.
John
October 22nd, 2012
2:02 pm
Tyler Perry has just realized that making b rated tv shows on TBS doesn’t make you a movie star. With REAL actors like Idris Elba and Chiwetel Ejiofor out there, Perry should never been given this role. Hopefully they now see no one wants to see Perry in this role and it should be given to someone else.
John
October 22nd, 2012
2:03 pm
Kimberly, I am sure he works out but you are not his…ummm type.
Kellai
October 22nd, 2012
2:17 pm
I am a James Patterson fan and Alex Cross is my favorite character. I think that Tyler Perry did a good job playing Alex Cross; however, I really had hoped that Denzel Washington would reprise the role of Alex Cross after Morgan Freeman. All in all Tyler Perry did a commendable job for his first movie based on a major author’s character.
lovergirl
October 22nd, 2012
2:18 pm
This weekend I saw both Alex Cross and Taken 2 and I must say I preferred Alex Cross. I think Tyler Perry did an outstanding job. Kudos
Tonya
October 22nd, 2012
2:31 pm
I must say that when I initially saw that Tyler Perry had been given the role of Alex Cross, I was disappointed. I had a hard time picturing him as anything other than Madea. However, I am happy to say that I was pleasantly surprised. I thoroughly enjoyed the movie and I think he handled the role well. I look forward to seeing Tyler Perry take on other various roles as his acting career progresses.
Frederic
October 22nd, 2012
2:55 pm
I enjoyed the movie and will go to see it again this week on a date night. I can’t understand why the studio didn’t put more money behind the first week’s ads. Did they want it to show weakly so the “I told you so” thing can be used to hold him, or other Black actors back? Everyone that enjoyed it should post that on their social media sites. Let’s support this gentleman who ALWAYS makes positive impacts with his own films, even in the Madea series.
Eric
October 22nd, 2012
2:57 pm
@ Jennifer….I guess the AJC didn’t get the ill response they expected this time from the fans huh?
Frederic
October 22nd, 2012
2:57 pm
BTW Don Cheadle may have been the best choice, but the movie was still with entertaining.
Pandora
October 22nd, 2012
3:04 pm
I LOVE Tyler Perry. I didn’t get a chance to see his movie this weekend, but I will go. He is a great producer/actor and over all a great person. I LOVE ALL of his stuff.
Wuzz Up
October 22nd, 2012
3:05 pm
The Movie was Brilliant, some critics are harsh just because they can be, makes them feel good and they are probally over compensating for some short comings. I do wish the movie would have came out around Thanksgiving, Taken 2 was just too much competition.
knobsaw
October 22nd, 2012
3:28 pm
Saw the movie with my wife and it was average at best. Perry is not believable in the role, and he was able to add too many elements from his genre of expertise to a film that could have been very good, with the right actor and better action/suspense scenes.
Becky
October 22nd, 2012
3:39 pm
Not sure that I agree with Tyler Perry as Alex Cross..back in the day, I would of loved to see Denzel or Morgan Freeman..Today I would love to have seen Rockmond Dunbar in the role..Or Cuba Gooding, Jr. Idris Elba or Omar Epps..
Sick & Tired Of Being Sick & Tired
October 22nd, 2012
4:10 pm
I find it really interesting that it appears that those on this blog that have something negative to say….DIDN’T SEE THE MOVIE on the opening weekend. Instead, they are blasting their dislike for Tyler Perry…….
Just to confirm….that is not at all what the article is about!!!!! And for the record…..of the movies that opened the weekend of October 19th through 21st here is the gross for the top four:
Paranormal Activity 4 $30 Million
Alex Cross $11.750 Million
The Sessions $121 Thousand
Brooklyn Castle $22 Thousand
Quintricia F Carpenter
October 22nd, 2012
4:24 pm
Lisa, why are you telling what happened to Maria N the movie? Dang girl, some of us haven’t even seen it yet….lol!!
Letitia Cannon
October 22nd, 2012
4:55 pm
I saw Alex Cross last weekend and I have to say I liked the movie but I wasn’t impressed with Tyler Perry in that “role”. Matthew Fox stole the show. His performance was superb! I don’t think Perry’s performance was bad, this type of film isn’t the right vehicle for his talents. He just doesn’t come across as a tough ” kick but” macho type of guy. He definitely can’t portray the romantic sexy strong type. However, he does need to extend his horizons past the “Madea” character but not with this type of role. It’s just not believable. I am sorry… but I do love Tyler. I know he doesn’t want to be stereotyped or pigeon holed into one character but “dance with the one who brought you”.
Idon'thavetobeafan
October 22nd, 2012
5:21 pm
First of all, it is not his movie and he didn’t cast himself. I think Tyler Perry needs to make up his mind what he want impact what he is trying to accomplish. Is he an actor, a writer, a director, a producer. I mean really? Does Spielberg or George Lucas, act, write, direct, produce? He’s all over the place. Wants to do it all. The problem with Tyler Perry is he does not want to give up any creative control. That’s why is movies are so bad, he only wants to show his perspective. An old saying. Jack of all trades “Master” of NONE!!!
Quentin
October 22nd, 2012
5:58 pm
WOW! Alex Cross certainly surprised me. Great job Tyler!!!
I was looking hard for the Madea character to come out….it did not. What I saw was more like a big bulky brother who had a reason to mad as hell! Now that was SCARRY! Remember the 1970’s, “Black Cesar, Shaft, and Up-town Saturday Night”.
Way to go Tyler.
Veronica Gallimore
October 22nd, 2012
6:18 pm
We read the reviews of Alex Cross, and went to see the movie anyway. Our experience with most of the reviewers has been that most of the time they are way off base. We have never let a review determine if we saw a film or not, basically because they get it wrong most of the time. To be honest, I feel they have a vendetta against Mr. Perry, and will do what ever they can, to stop people from going to see his films. They feel if their reviews can stop people that are not of ethnic background, from going to see his movies, it will drag the box office down, resulting in a bad showing. Most of them are haters. They hate the fact that Mr. Perry,who is African American, has come from his humble background, and succeeded at creating the empire that he has. They can’t stand it, so they try everything they can to drag him down. Until he came along there has been no one of ethnic background with this magnitude of success. They are afraid he will open the doors for more.
BARBARA
October 22nd, 2012
7:08 pm
Wonderful movie. I hope people will give it another chance. James Patterson is one of my favorite authors, and Tyler Perry is a wonderful actor. The two together in my eyes are wonderful.
Cassandra Hopkins
October 23rd, 2012
9:40 am
Yes, I plan to see this movie. Reviews of people who’s opinion I value, were all good. I never let what critic say regarding movies influence my viewing choices.
Deloris Moran
October 23rd, 2012
10:58 am
Great movie!!!! This just shows another side of a man with many talents..
Mrs. Valicia Lewis -Perry
October 23rd, 2012
7:36 pm
I’m so proud to see your new look & character in Alex Cross. I have yet to check out the film. I’m sure you have done a terrific job as usual. Can’t wait to engage & enjoy the movie on bootleg. (LOL) I no you disapprove. I’m joking nice to no your open for all types of roles. I guess I can get that Madea spot I wanted years ago. Take care good works & things on that level.
YG%B
October 23rd, 2012
9:04 pm
It was true to the book which is usually not so. I found it entertaining and it kept my attention. James Patterson has not been writing superb novels lately as he appears to spit one out every few months; I’m not surprised that a movie based on one of his recent books is not “a” list; although it’s definitely worth seeing.YG$
Washington, DC - Frankie
October 24th, 2012
9:54 am
I really enjoyed the movie and I thought you did a fantastic job. I am an Alex Cross fan and I was very please with what I saw from you. God Bless You and keep up the good work.
trav
October 25th, 2012
12:36 am
Do not believe, read, or listen to what critics say about this movie. I was one who proudly said I had never seen a Tyler Perry movie. Madea is not for me, so I wasn’t a fan of his. I wasn’t an Alex Cross fan either. I never read the books or saw Morgan Freeman’s movies. I only saw this movie because of the commercials. This movie did not disappoint me. It is one of the best movies I’ve seen this year. If you like action, suspense, unpredictability, and cold blooded assassins, go see this movie. You won’t be disappointed. I hope they make sequels.
Nigel Hendricks
October 25th, 2012
12:41 pm
Not even Donald Trump will give Tyler Perry a break: http://hollywoodandswine.com/donald-trump-offers-5-million-to-tyler-perry-for-proof-he-can-write-a-good-screenplay/
Who needs Critics?
October 25th, 2012
10:04 pm
I think Perry did a good job. I understand he’s signed on for the next James Patterson film, Double Cross. I’ll look forward to it.
Mr. Morris
October 26th, 2012
2:01 pm
I’m not a Madea fan, but I am a Tyler Perry fan. I can see where he is growing as an actor. It’s just going to be hard for people to stop seeing Madea and start seeing Tyler Perry. And if your a true Patterson fan, it’s hard to see a man who is known for wearing a dress playing Alex Cross. If he wants to be taken serious as an actor he does need to take on more meater roles. I think he did a good job for something that wasn’t one of his movies and I’m glad to see him branch out. If he wants to be taken as a serious actor, he needs to do serious work. Madea will never win an Oscar, but Tyler Perry just might.
MPnDC
October 27th, 2012
10:21 am
No I don’t plan on seeing this. This is something Tyler should have really thought about before accepting. Really….Madea (Action Hero)??? Tyler is typecasting himself in one role and really needs to slowly come out of that, but NOT INITIALLY as an ACTION HERO! MADEA….ACTION HERO…REALLY!