Nim's Island (Widescreen Edition)Reviews: Nim's Island (Widescreen Edition)
directed by: Jennifer Flackett, Mark Levin Aspect Ratio: 2.40:1 Audience Rating: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested) Binding: DVD Brand: NIM'S ISLAND (WS) (DVD MOVIE) EAN: 0024543527527 Format: AC-3, Color, Dolby, Dubbed, DVD-Video, Subtitled, Widescreen, NTSC Item Dimensions: Label: 20th Century Fox Languages: Manufacturer: 20th Century Fox MPN: FOXD2252752D Number Of Items: 1 Publisher: 20th Century Fox Region Code: 1 Release Date: August 05, 2008 Running Time: 96 minutes Studio: 20th Century Fox Theatrical Release Date: 2008 Rating:  - Boring in the extreme...Okay, yes I'm a grownup. But there have been lots of "kid" films over the years that I've enjoyed. And this film had everything going for it. Jodie Foster, yummy Gerard Butler, a deserted island for a home, loads of adventure (at least according to the trailer), trained animals, a mother swallowed by a whale. This movie turned out to be a very pale imitation of "Romancing the Stone", without the romance, without the adventure, without the fun...I was bored stiff in the first five minutes and by the time Jodie Foster eventually made it to the island, I just plain didn't care. If this film is truly aimed at 6-8 year old, then they've got to be the least interesting 6-8 year olds on the planet. Because my grandkids were bored stiff too (ages 6, 10 and 11, two of them girls). Maybe the film picked up during the last half hour; I wouldn't know, I fell asleep. And the grandkids were afraid I was going to make them sit through it again to see what I missed! Boy were they relieved. Yawn. Rating: - worst movie of all timethe movie was a big waste of time, also really bad acting, SPOILER ALERT nims stuck on an island all by her self with her father lost at sea,and her mother was swallowed by a whale. she comes in contact with this agoraphobia author over email she asks for help from the author thinking the he is an adventurer that kicks a bunch of butt like in the books that she writes, but she turns out to be wrong in the meantime she saves the island from overwieght tourists also the author goes across the world to find this island. she finaly gets on the island in the like last 8 minutes of the movie some help she was. it was just altogther a horrible movie spare yourself and avoid this movie if u do want to see it rent so you dont have pay 20 dollars Rating:  - Heroic JourneysNim (Abigail Breslin) lives with her father Jack (Gerard Butler) on an isolated island in the middle of the Pacific Ocean. They've lived there since discovering it on one of their around the world cruises after Nim's mother died. Even though they are alone, they aren't lonely. Nim has made friends with several of the island's animals. They have tons of books. Somehow, they have the internet (that's never explained). And every few months a ship comes by and drops off supplies, including the latest Alex Rover novel. Jack is a marine biologist always on the trail of a new species of microorganism. When he gets a lead, he takes off for two days. Nim insists she stay behind since her sea turtles eggs are about to hatch. Two days turns into longer when a fierce storm comes up and partially destroys his boat. While Jack's away, Nim gets an e-mail from Alex Rover asking for help in research for the next book. When things begin to go wrong, the upset 11 year old pours out her heart to Alex, asking for help. What Nim doesn't know is that Alex Rover is really Alexandra Rover (Jodie Foster) the author who created the hugely popular character. And Alexandra is afraid of everything and never leaves her apartment. Can Alexandra overcome her fears and come to Nim's rescue? From the previews, I expected a story set on an island. And part of it was. But the story is as much about Alexandra's journey to the island as it is what is happening on the island. When I realized this, I had to shift my expectations. And I'm glad I did because I enjoyed the movie. It is filled with the kinds of stuff deserted island fanciers will love. The house that Nim and her dad live in is wonderful. The animals are exceedingly cute and the scenery is beautiful. If it were real, I'd be on the next plane out for a vacation on this island. As long as we're talking about fantasies, there is a fantasy sequence near the beginning that this reader loved. You'll know it when you see it. I was grinning stupidly the entire time that scene was on. Ultimately, this movie is about finding the courage to be a hero. It's something that Nim, Jack, and Alexandra must do in various ways. What I like about it is that all three face that need in different ways But this isn't a preachy film. Instead, it's hidden in a film filled with adventure and laughs. It could have been broad and over the top, but it never falls into that trap. That is partially thanks to the wonderful acting by all involved. Now I will admit that the movie is a bit far fetched. But while you are watching it, you'll want to believe every second because you are having so much fun. The one flaw the movie has is the climax. Quite a few things were glossed over in the rush to get there, and it is over much too quickly. The movie is PG. I'm guessing because it is because of characters in peril. I don't remember any language issues. Frankly, I think this is a movie that kids of all ages will enjoy. So if you are looking for a family friendly movie, give this one a chance. Rating:  - A Pleasure to WatchA delightful tale about a young girl, her father and her favorite author. Recently, my family and I rented this video. We loved it so much we bought it. It is a charming story that takes you away to wonderful island full of beautiful scenery. The story line is much like the book. I enjoyed it. It has a DISNEY-like family quality to it. The disc extras were good we thought. Rating: - Check reality at door We enjoyed this fantasy- adventure, but you must quickly park your reason and commonsense at the dock right away, or it'll drive you crazy, e.g., what loving father would leave his young daughter alone for two days, even, or especially, on a beautiful, deserted island? And how could they live there without other kids or family for her to play with? Wow, that parenting mind never shuts off. The actual island where Nim and father live and work alone is a place where every kid and kid wanna-be should vacation, and the tale reminds me of "Joe and the Volcano", kids' style, or "Swiss Family Robinson", a fun fable with likeable people, exotic locations, adventure, cute animals and a message: "You can do it!" Abigail Breslin(Nim) is a talented, young actress; we always love Gerard Butler(Daddy/Jack, Alex' alter ego), but Jodie Foster(Alexandra) was a hoot(I had reservations beforehand) as the agoraphobic, constantly talking to herself, writer who's forced to become, more or less, her 'Indiana Jones' creation, Alex Rover. For Foster, it's definitely a refreshing change from her slew of thrillers. There's essentially three stories going on: 1. Nim's longing for her lost-at-sea father while 'defending' their island with the help of scene stealing animals; 2. Father's fight to get home; 3. Alexandra's struggle with self-imposed fears to help Nim. It's appropriate for school age kids, but being left alone and the fear of losing one's father is too stressful for little ones; however, they could easily watch and enjoy the animals, the gags and the tree house. The negatives: it's far-fetched, vascillates between serious and silly, but over all, it's a satisfying trip and with beautiful scenery- just leave your brain at home. Nim's Island (Widescreen Edition) ReviewsMore reviews:Buy Nim's Island (Widescreen Edition) Sale Reviews Deals
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