Hackers has not aged well. The dialect, fashion, and story feel obsolete. Don’t get me wrong, there are some interesting characters but it is hard to get passed how cheesy the movie is. I would rather spend my time watching Wargames. It has a similar story but is done a lot better. If you’ve seen the live play D&D show “Critical Role,” they do an ad for Nord VPN where they parody and summarize this movie perfectly. I would rather watch that to be honest because it gets to the point a lot quicker than this movie. No meaningless dated graphics, no gibberish, and no forced romances.
My main issue with this movie is the gibberish. I don’t know anything about hacking computers, but I know that a lot of what goes on in this movie is made up. I don’t have a problem with movies that make up a language when the story is interesting. Unfortunately, the story takes so long to unfold that it leaves you with the time to process the nonsense, leaving these skilled hackers to seem less believable.
If you liked this movie when it first came out, you might enjoy the nostalgia. Otherwise, it is hard to ignore this movie’s many weaknesses. You can watch this movie for free on YouTube.
This was one of Angelina Jolie’s first movies!
yes, hacker Angelina talking about needing more ram so she could get a faster internet connection was pretty funny.
Beautifully reviewed with video thank you.🙂
“Hackers” is a cheesy, fun ride I love. It’s not perfect, but it’s a wild mix of humor and hacking. Don’t worry about realism; just enjoy it. The outfits are hilarious, and the ’90s vibes are spot-on. The acting and dialogue can be over-the-top, but it’s part of the fun. Angelina Jolie steals the show with her sultry, cyber-elf style. It’s a bit unrealistic, but that’s okay. The soundtrack rocks, and it’s a nostalgic trip. Despite its flaws, it’s a cult classic that I adore. I’d give it an 10/10 for its pure entertainment. If you want some cyber-cheese, give it a go!