Peter Pan | | Cast : | Jason Isaacs, Jeremy Sumpter, Lynn Redgrave, Olivia Williams | | Director : | P.J. Hogan | | Studio : | Universal Studios | | Format : | Color, Closed-captioned, Widescreen, Dolby, Surround Sound | | Released Date : | December 25, 2003 | | DVD Released Date : | May 31, 2005 | | Language : | English (Dubbed), French (Dubbed), French (Subtitled), Spanish (Subtitled), English (Original Language), French (Original Language) | | Audience Rating : | PG (Parental Guidance Suggested) | | | BUY THIS DVD FROM AMAZON |
Customer Reviews
| Rating |  | | Date | August 09, 2005 | | Summary | Visually Stunning, yet slightly creepy- and I'm not talkin Michael Jackson | Content
 | First off, the film was visually stunning, from the costumes, to the sets, to the cast, to the special effects, this film is pure eye candy! But perhaps I'm just blowing this out of proportion when I say that I was a little set back by the sensual/borderline sexual connection between Peter and Wendy. From Bedroom eyes, to a "little kiss" that seemed more romantintic than innocent, to just the way Peter and Wendy interacted with each other, going beyond innocent puppy love. I'm not a prude- far from it in fact (and I mean FAAAAAAR from it - *wink wink*)- But the relationship in Peter Pan between Peter and Wendy is an innocent one, and from people I know who've seen it, the relationship seems to jump ahead too fast, and at times even gives the sense of sexual frustration in Peter. Although there are some that will say that I am reading too much into this, I can only say that the child-like wonder I was expecting to see this movie with, was replaced by an older person who was not only taken aback, but started to question why a grown man would spend his days chasing after a little boy- then the Michael Jackson jokes started coming: Neverland Valley- "I'm Peter Pan"- you know the drill.
I will admit that I'm one to dissect a movie until it's torn to shreds, adn I'm usually the one to find plot holes that way too many movies have- I would reccommend that anyone who thanks too much may want to stay away from this film, unless of course you're into that kind of thing- to which I say- that's nasty
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| Rating | | | Date | August 03, 2005 | | Summary | The Difinitive Version! | Content
| This film captures all of the magic, wonder and adventure that all other versions have lacked in one way or the other.
It is a wondrful companion/follow-up piece to Finding Nerverland and will compel you to "follow the second star to the right, straight on till morning" no matter your age or "maturity" level.
For those who aren't grown-up, who never grew-up, those who never want to grow-up or those who have grown-up but need reminding that maybe it's not all it's cracked up to be. And if, after seeing this, someone accuses you of having a Peter Pan complex you can look them right in the face and say "Thank you!"
Highly Recommended!
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| Rating | | | Date | July 29, 2005 | | Summary | Lose yourself in this fun fantasy adventure | Content
| Simply put...this version of PETER PAN is the movie that Steven Spielberg should have made instead of the misguided effort with Robin Williams a decade earlier. Here is the live action version of the classic Disney animated feature that we have long waited for. With some incredible acting, beautiful cinematography and fantastic sets this is a splash of fantasy that truly entertains and is a wonder to behold.
Yes, the movie does hold truer to the 1953 Disney production than the Barrie book, but it works so well here that one does not mind.
The two young leads in Jeremy Sumpter (as Peter) and Rachel Hurd-Wood (as Wendy) are remarkable finds. Sumpter portrays Peter's childlike wonder and sense of fun convincingly, while Wood really goes through possibly the biggest of character arcs, ready to grow up as the movie draws to a close.
Everybody is already well familiar with the story. Wendy and her two brothers are whisked away to NeverLand (not to be confused with the Jackson ranch) on a great adventure where they meet up with the Lost Boys (orphans, not the vampires of the well known popular movie), pirates, evil mermaids, crocodiles and the villainous Capt. Hook.
Whereas NeverLand is a place where nobody grows up the movie itself is all about growing up. Every character goes through some story arc from Peter and Wendy, all the way to Mr. Darling (who realizes how much he really misses his children and throws financial considerations and social standing out the window) to Aunt Millicent (played wonderfully zany by Lynn Redgrave) who really embraces the idea of motherhood by the end of the movie.
With top billing Jason Isaacs portrays the double role of Mr. Darling and Capt. Hook and he really puts his all into every scene with a reserved conservative air to Darling to an exuberant over-the-top appropriate overacting for the flamboyant Hook.
My favorite scenes are probably those between Sumpter and Wood. With a slightly gawky cuteness to her, its easy to see why Peter becomes so taken by Wood's Wendy and their relationship develops in some of the best scripted child character scenes I have yet witnessed.
Of course, as is the case with so many big-budget movies these days, one of the big stars of the movie is the computer special effects. One scene I found particularly impressive was the shot of the pirate ship traversing the landmarks of London at the end with the fog taking on the appearance and characteristics of the ocean, but really the whole movie is a wonder to behold.
Fans of British television will recognize well-known character actors such as Geoffrey Palmer as Darlings boss (Sir Edward Quiller Couch) and Richard Briers (as Smee). Also those with sharp ears will recognize the narrators voice as that of international star Saffron Burrows.
I could go on and on about how much I enjoyed this movie and how rewarding and satisfying it was, but really the proof is there for the individual viewer. This is a movie that is safe and enjoyable for the whole family and as such is, in my opinion, one of the best live-action family films to come out of Hollywood since the golden age of Walt Disney in the 1950s and 1960s. |
| Rating | | | Date | July 29, 2005 | | Summary | Possibly the most well-done film in centuries. | Content
| A great film for Adults and Children. It is played so well with Jeremy Sumpter and Jason Isaacs they both worked hard to feature such a thrilling film. P.J Hogan has done a splendid job of working with the actors, a great film to watch by all. I must say Jeremy Sumpter is such a great young actor, handsome, living and makes you feel the story of Peter Pan come true.
My favourite. |
| Rating | | | Date | July 28, 2005 | | Summary | My Most Favorite Movie | Content
| In my opinion, the Peter Pan movie is the most fantastic fantasy movie I've ever seen, beating The Lord Of the Ring and Harry Potter in my personal record as I've seen it more than 130 times, while LOR or HP less than 100 times.
This Peter Pan version is the version I'd wished to see, the romance between Peter and Wendy. Not to mention how cute both Jeremy and Rachel were, what a lovely couple! |
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