Action & Adventure > J Action & Adventure > Johnston, Joe > up to 5 GBP

Advantages: Based on a true story
Disadvantages: Boring, clichéd, insubstantial

...honest I didn't go into Hidalgo with anticipation, and in the early stages at least, I didn't see any need to rectify my decision. What I saw was a cringingly amateurish atttempt to emulate a cowboy film, with poor acting and exasperating characters. Fortunately after a while the main character, insipidly portrayed by Viggo Mortensen, is thrust upon a race throughout the Arabian desert. This is where the film picks up as you start to accept what ...
...cliché is unconvincingly catered for, from the sandstorm , to the monicle clad assistant, with the ridiculous tache~come on~. You just get the feeling you've seen it all before, rendering a film which isn't bad (Some good acting on Omar Sharif's part) but there is really no incentive to watch this film. Ultimately forgettable. ... Read review

Advantages: AMAZING FIRST FILM
Disadvantages: NEX TWO DON'T REACH THE STANDARD OF FIRST

The Jurassic park series has three of the greatest films I have ever scene. With amazing special effects, excellent acting and the way the film is directed. It makes you think, "what if this was true?" Personally I think when films are in sets of three they are never forgotten. Just think about it, star wars, Indiana Jones and Lord of the rings are to just name a few. These are legendary films that nearly everyone seen, Jurassic Park should be counted ...
...to have incredible Directors and Jurassic park does, Steven Spielberg (but only for the first two films). As you may know Steven Spielberg is one of the greatest directors of all time. He has been a part of some of my favorite films including Indiana Jones, E.T, and saving Private Ryan. What are yours? And is Jurassic park a legendary film? I'm going to find out!! I hope!!!! Now onto the films. Jurassic Park, by Michael Crichton is a thrilling, ... Read review

Advantages: magical family film
Disadvantages: a little too magical

...special effects have been made. JUMANJI would be one of those movies. It's light on plot, character development and heavy on adventure and computer generated special effects. There are definitely better movies out there, but it does move along quickly despite the fact it will make you roll your eyes every now and again. Robin Williams is one heck of a talented actor and comedian. I enjoy him in most of his films but here he turns out one of his more ...
...him a wealthy man the past couple of decades. Everyone else does their job. I think I would've liked this movie a lot more if I were in my pre-teen years. Of course, these days, CGI is in virtually every PG movie and I'm not so sure this movie or these effects would past the test today. It's hard to say whether or not this is a good or bad movie because it's one of those you forget about right after you see it. However, the younger audience should ... Read review

Advantages: A fun and engaging story
Disadvantages: May be scary for younger children

FILM REVIEW ONLY Jumanji is a great family film with a very entertaining performance from funny-man Robin Williams, as well as some spectacular (if a little scary for young children) special effects. Jumanji is based on the children's book by Chris Van Allsburg, and keeps the spirit of the novel alive with some great set pieces and good solid acting, particularly from the young child actors, including the then little known Kirsten Dunst. It's Robin ...
...Many parents were angry when Jumanji was released because of the fact that some of the scenes are quite scary, but in all honesty they're not that bad, although the scene in which Sarah is chased by bats at the start of the film may be a little scary for some. Jumanji is also rare in that it can be enjoyed by both children and adults, making it a great all-round movie for the family to enjoy. The story is familiar to Peter Pan in some ways, with ... Read review

Advantages: Cool helmet
Disadvantages: Weak cast, slightly duff story

It's been said before but I'll say it again anyway, this was Disney's attempt to cash in on the Indiana Jones kick and it doesn't work. Well, it doesn't work WELL. There is a lot going for this film but sadly not enough to make a good film. The story has some merit and with a better cast would have come to life far more effectively. Campbell is weak in the lead and is overshadowed by just about everyone else. Arkin is ok, but it is Dalton that steals ...
...great to see him playing the bad guy after doing a good job with Bond). The production is excellent and looks spot on. Likewise the effects are good and look polished. Best part of the film is undoubtedly the soundtrack though and James Horner's score does lift things a lot - but not enough. We have here a good attempt at a story but it never seems really grand enough and does suffer from having weak characters. Maybe not as bad as a lot of people ... Read review