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In writer-director Kerry Conran's debut film, ace pilot Joe Sky Captain Sullivan (Jude Law) reluctantly teams up with his former flame, journalist Polly Perkins (Gwyneth Paltrow),...
more...to uncover the mystery behind a group of missing scientists and a series of shocking robot attacks. Aided by gadgetry whiz Dex Dearborn (Giovanni Ribisi) and enigmatic military commander Franky Cook (Angelina Jolie), Joe and Polly must find out who is responsible for an increasingly elaborate scheme that may trigger the end of the world. A highly stylized, mostly computer-generated spectacle, SKY CAPTAIN AND THE WORLD OF TOMORROW is a striking cinematic achievement. Steeped in the marvelous visuals of 1930s pop culture, Conran's movie is a loving tribute to that era, featuring clever nods to FLASH GORDON, BUCK ROGERS, and other adventure serials of the time. Beginning in a gloriously slate-gray, towering New York City, this movie follows its heroes from one intriguing locale to the next. Although the remarkable images of the film threaten to eclipse the characters at times, SKY CAPTAIN is very well cast, with the actors pitch-perfect for their respective roles, particularly the luminous Paltrow and the brainy Ribisi. And yet the stunning retro-futuristic design is always at the fore, making for a wonderfully unique movie.





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Fun, and Jolie just puts the icing on the cake
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November 9th, 2004


Author's product rating:   Sky Captain And The World Of Tomorrow DVD - rated by LtSticks

Did you enjoy it? Liked it 
Story Good 
Characters / Performances Outstanding 
Special Effects Good 
How does it compare to similar films? Good 

Advantages: Ideal for action lovers
Disadvantages: Not so for those wanting reaaaally serious movies

Recommend to potential buyers: yes 

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I feel this film is great, not just because it has 3 of my favourite actors and actresses. Angelina Jolie brings a wit which I adore, and Jude Law plays the hero perfectly. The way in which the film is made (to portray a cartoony/comic strip hero tale) is a novel one, and i feel it brings originality to the film industry which is starting to churn out the same old story. So this is a relief to those wanting a different slant on heroic tales.

Gwyneth Paltrow completes the masterpiece with her portrayal as the main heroine, and shows the quality that has brought her to Oscar winning status.

To put it concisely, the movie is heaven for someone wanting a heroic funfilled adventure. 
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