Go for the Eye Candy if anything

Rating: 6/10 (25 March 2011)

To be honest it is hard to truly judge the movie. There are several aspects of the film that perform well such as several music choices, action sequences, and the (for the most part) attractiveness of the females within the movie. The biggest problem of Sucker Punch is that it won't go all the way in several scenarios. At times when you think the sex appeal will be exploited, it isn't. That is fine BUT instead of going all the way with heavy drama, the movie instead lets the viewer sort out what is presented. This in a way comes off as trying to get the viewer to think of several scenarios i.e. Inception, but the lack of a fleshed out story makes one battle over certain moments *SPOILER* (KIND OF) (like the beginning, who is evil is explained late, why he is evil is not explained, why he even did what he did prior to Babydoll's entrance to the mental facility is in many ways unnecessary).
All in all this isn't a horrible film. Many Snyder moments are here and the cast does well at the action sequences. I feel the whole "mind setting one free" is a bit overused at the moment. Additionally, since it has been done much better in other films, Sucker Punch takes a hit.
It is hard to judge the movie because many will go in wanting to like it, even providing excuses for the films flaws. But there are so many, and with an incredibly weak story, the action sequences would have been better off had they been joined like the Animatrix film (common theme or world but different stories with different emphasized elements). I thoroughly enjoyed all of the references to nerd culture, but their lack of proper/enjoyable integration makes one loathe the "story" moments in between the action.
When you watch this film, turn off your brain and enjoy sword fights and shooting. It has been put down on my list of guilty pleasures because I enjoyed several moments, but it's hard to sell it to anyone who has the expectation of being blown away.