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Connor Sheffield (293 KP) rated Treasure Planet (2002) in Movies

Jun 6, 2017  
Treasure Planet (2002)
Treasure Planet (2002)
2002 | Action, Animation, Family
8
7.8 (40 Ratings)
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A fun take on the classic Treasure Island tale (1 more)
A very gripping story with a lot of heart
(Personal opinion) I'm not a huge fan of 'space' pirates (1 more)
Predictable even without knowing the story
A fun film for the family
This is probably only the 3rd time I've seen this film in my life. I'm currently reading the classic novel 'Treasure Island' written by Robert Louis Stevenson, and I wanted to watch something similar to it, without watching the actual adaptations of the same name as I do not wish to spoil the events of the few chapters I have not yet read. I knew that Treasure Planet was different in many ways and so I knew it wouldn't be completely true to the story.

So, I would describe Treasure Planet to someone by saying "Think of space pirates, all of whom are different weird looking species of aliens, and a cyborg with one young human looking character who's a stereotypical rebellious teen, even including a history of trespassing with his hover board (referencing a skateboarding rebellious teen).

The film has a lot of connections to the source material with it's story, such as names, and roles within the story, but it has a lot of it's own to offer. As a Disney film you expect certain aspects with the story, and you know what's going to happen moments before it happens, which might take away some of the entertainment factor for some, but if you don't mind it, then it's a decent film. Adapting the classic tale and setting it in space, gives the writers a lot of freedom to make the characters look and act how they want. There's a spider like character, a cat humanoid, a dog humanoid, frog humanoids, a character who appears to be made of stone, and John Silver himself, known in the story for having one leg, actually has robotic replacements for his left side. He has a robotic leg, arm and eye, which add to his somewhat villainous appearance and attitude.

The voice cast for the film is good and each character certainly seems to sound how they look, and when there are the heart filled moments as there are in every Disney film, it really hits you and makes you sympathize with the characters.

Overall this would be a fun film to watch with the kids, and if you grew up with Disney, as I'm sure most people have, but you haven't seen this, I recommend at least giving it a chance. If you don't like it, it's understandable, but it is a fun take on Treasure Island, and the pirate theme as a whole.
  
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Fran Donohoe (856 KP) rated Film Stars Don't Die in Liverpool (2018) in Movies

Nov 19, 2017  
Film Stars Don't Die in Liverpool (2018)
Film Stars Don't Die in Liverpool (2018)
2018 | Biography, Drama, Romance
6
6.4 (5 Ratings)
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A star cast (0 more)
Annette bending quirky acting (0 more)
No sparkle but a lot of stars
For a film that I have heard literally nothing about this little film with a big name is a hidden treasure, based on a true story of gloria graham's later live and her love affair with fellow actor 30 years her junior (peter turner) played by Annette Benning and Jamie Bell ,it's just a nice little film that probably would have worked better as a stage play
  
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Book Divas (227 KP) rated Beauty and the Beast: Lost in a Book in Books

Dec 12, 2017  
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Beauty and the Beast: Lost in a Book
Jennifer Donnelly | 2017
10
10.0 (1 Ratings)
Book Rating
I stretched this read as far as I could because I simply didn't want it to end. Getting lost within the pages was simply beautiful. As I read this well written storyline, I could hear the characters as if they were sitting right next to be telling me the story.

Whether you are a fan of Beauty and the Beast or simply just fairy tales then this book is a beautiful treasure that you will cherish for years and years to come.
  
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Mark @ Carstairs Considers (2336 KP) rated The Mystery on Cobbett's Island in Books

Mar 9, 2018  
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The Mystery on Cobbett's Island
Kathryn Kenny | 2005
10
10.0 (1 Ratings)
Book Rating
Trixie isn't looking for a mystery when she and her friends head to Cobbett's Island. However, their first night there, they find a letter that suggests there is a treasure nearby. With their new friend Peter, can they find it? This is my second favorite book in the series. The characters are wonderful and the plot is very well done.

Read my full review at <a href="http://carstairsconsiders.blogspot.com/2013/04/book-review-mystery-on-cobbetts-island.html">Carstairs Considers</a>.