The Adventures of TinTin

Apr. 9th, 2012 at 8:27 AM

I watched The Adventures of TinTin over the weekend.

I'd heard mixed reviews, so I wasn't sure what to expect. Sure, Steven Spielberg directed it, but I haven't yet forgiven him for Super 8. Still, when I noticed Steven Moffat got top billing for the screenplay credits (he writes most of the Doctor Who episodes these days), I decided to give it a chance.

It was great fun. In addition to the breathtaking graphics, I loved the fast-paced action, clever dialogue and visual humor. My only issue with the movie was TinTin's sidekick, Snowy. I ask you, what kind of name is that for a dog?

I'd give this 8/10. If you're looking for a fun adventure with some laugh out loud humor, treat yourself to The Adventures of TinTin.

How about you?

Seen any good movies lately?

Current Mood: cheerful

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msstacy13

Apr. 9th, 2012 08:30 am (UTC)

If you weren't so good-natured a fellow,
Mister Spiel might be facing a lawsuit...
:)

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jongibbs

Apr. 9th, 2012 09:08 am (UTC)

Not at all, but I was so looking forward to Super 8, when it didn't turn out to be the movie I expected, it was all the more disappointing.

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msstacy13

Apr. 9th, 2012 09:11 am (UTC)

And, since you ask,
Anna Karenina (1935)

I don't know how many adaptations of this novel I've seen, but I'm sure this one was the best. What sets it apart and places it above the others is Basil Rathbone's portrayal of Karenin. It is, after all, Karenin, and not Vronsky, who establishes the parameters which define Anna. It is Karenin who forces the romance to become a tragedy. And it is Basil Rathbone, a career supporting actor who would mature like cheese when he began starring in Sherlock Holmes movies, who actually makes Karenin someone, something more than a stock character.

Yes, Greta Garbo and the others are good,
but it's Basil Rathbone who makes this a movie you really must see.

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jongibbs

Apr. 9th, 2012 12:44 pm (UTC)

Your local movie theater's a little behind, don't you think? ;)

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msstacy13

Apr. 9th, 2012 12:54 pm (UTC)

Not counting IMAX at the zoo last year,
I haven't watched a movie in a theatre since
Prince of Egypt...

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jongibbs

Apr. 9th, 2012 12:55 pm (UTC)

Why, what did he do?

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msstacy13

Apr. 9th, 2012 03:32 pm (UTC)

You mean besides nearly bring down the dynasty,
and lead a slave rebellion?

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serge_lj

Apr. 9th, 2012 09:49 am (UTC)

Glad to hear that "Tintin" worked even for people who didn't grow up on his adventures. As for his faithful canine sidekick, 'Snowy' is rather lame. His name in French was Milou, which is the phonetic equivalent of 'mi-loup', which translates as 'Half Wolf'.

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jongibbs

Apr. 9th, 2012 12:44 pm (UTC)

I remember reading TinTin as a child. It was great fun. Even in those days, the English version had 'Snowy' rather than Milou.

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jongibbs

Apr. 9th, 2012 12:46 pm (UTC)

I'm sure if I saw it again I'd like it a little more, but when you're excited about a movie and it fails to live up to your expectations...

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bogwitch64

Apr. 9th, 2012 11:03 am (UTC)

Mirror, Mirror. Very kid friendly, but with some "inside" jokes parents will get. I loved it. If you liked The Tenth Kingdom (http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0207275/) you'll love it!

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jongibbs

Apr. 9th, 2012 12:47 pm (UTC)

I love in-jokes. I think that's why I enjoyed Disney's Enchanted so much :)

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