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All parent reviews for Journey to the Center of the Earth (2008)
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A Disgrace!
This movie was a terrible choice for Mommy’s little darlings, Jennifer (16), Emily (13), Jake (8) and Max (5). Who’s tender little hearts must be protected from the cruel realties of today’s wicked wicked world. This movie was Max’s choice because Land Before Time is his favorite series but these dinosaurs are frightening monsters who have no place in a children’s movie. Max is now seeing a therapist. Also I don’t want Jake emulating that Sean’s cheeky attitude towards his uncle who just wants the best for him. Jake’s already started talking back to me when I ask him to go to school! The way that boy hits on that woman is disgraceful. It will give my daughters bad ideas. They might even think about boys now! And maybe even have boyfriends without my knowledge! And that woman is a bad influence in her tiny outfit reveling her ankles and her midriff encouraging my daughters to dress indecently. All in all this movie is disgustingly inappropriate for children.
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Great family night movie!
My son age 9 really enjoyed this movie. It has a lot of action and suspense. I also like the girl in the movie as she is no damsel in distress.
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Good addition and visualization for Verne's novel
It's definitely not a Verne's story, but it's all about Verne and his story. It encourages to read the novel.
It's scary sometimes, but very impressive with all that picturesque views and almost alive creatures. It must be even more impressive in 3D.
It does not have anything I could feel embarrassed about in my kids' presence. Which is, unfortunately, rare in movies nowadays.
It does have good role models, although I can't say all characters' actions are good.
So... Some fun+some adventures+some scary creatures=great family time!
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Watch it over and over and it never gets old! For entire family!
This is one of my son's FAVORITE movies!! It is action packed, and easy to tell this is NOT a "real life" story (I find sometimes movie ideas, places, etc. have to be reminded that it is not real life). This is a definite go to movie that everyone in the family can agree to watch and enjoy!
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Pretty harmless...but boring.
I took my kids to see this one--they're 11 and almsot 13...were were bored. The storyline lacks staying power, lines are very predictable. A few decent action sequences but overall it just never arrives anywhere. This one doesn't compete with older versions. However, if you're looking for a harmless family flick--this one is okay as long as you take it for what it is.....maybe wait for the DVD rental with 3D glasses--paying full movie price was a bit of a ripoff.
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Clean, Fun & Intense movie GREAT for the whole family!!
I LOVED this movie! FINALLY a movie that I took my kids to (6,8,11) along w/ their grandparents and I didn't cringe once about what was being said or what was happening on the big screen. It's action packed & fun!
Cant wait to get it on DVD
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Great Family Fun
I would love to see the 3D version of this movie. It was fun, clean, and just plain enjoyable. The whole family from 9 yr old daughter, two teenage boys (14 & 17) and a 65 year old grandpa thought it was a blast.
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A 3Dimensional Mega Hit!
My whole family saw the 3D version of Journey and we all loved it. There's actually a plot (not just 3D in-you-face antics). The plot moves quickly enough to get you to the fun action. There's plenty of fun 3D effects, that the whole theater seemed to enjoy (lots of squeals and laughter), but it wasn't too scary, even for my 8 year old.
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We loved this movie. The 3-D was awesome. My husband didn't want to go for fear of bad 3-D and bad plot, but he was pleasantly surprised. It was like Disney 3-D. I movie itself was good and had some good "bonding" moments.
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good fun
Great movie for the 8-12 year old group. Predictable adventure fun. We did not see it in 3-D - there were parts where the 3-D effects were pretty obvious. But, entertaining and fun nonetheless. I'd recommend seeing the old version also.
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Hollywood: More movies like this please!
Yay!! This movie proves that excitement, adventure and danger do not automatically equal violence, sex jokes and crude behavior.
I keep having to say NO to all of the Superhero movies because of the PG-13 rating. So it was great to be able to say "Yes" to my 7-year-old twin boys for once.
This is a "manly" movie. The emotional issues men and boys face in life are handled succinctly, giving this movie more depth than the non-stop action would seem to allow. The 3D effects truly add to the excitement. The few gratuitous/gross ones were just plain old fun & funny.
The theater was packed and people actually clapped at the end. I hope Hollywood pays attention and puts out more PG movies of this caliber.
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Watch this movie in 3D ONLY!!!
I agree that this movie would really suck if it wasn't in 3D. There's elements in the movie made for the 3D viewing experience, not the regular 2D movie experience. Some of those elements are unnecessary for 2D, but are funny for 3D viewing. Just a warning for parents: WATCH THIS MOVIE IN 3D!!! Again, this movie will not be as great if watched in a regular theater or, eventually, on a regular HDTV. I hope Universal releases this movie on DVD/Blu-ray with 3D glasses available.
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Rewind the 1959 edition, but do see this version
Although the acting in both movies leaves much to be desired, I actually preferred the original. The 8-year old loved them both although he felt the original was a bit lengthy. But when he talked to his cousins about the movies, he was equally as excited. So visit this movie with a kid's enthusiasm. Buy popcorn and a drink, laugh about the $2-3D glasses (that you have to return after the movie) and enjoy. It'll be fun.
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Great summer kid movie!
This movie makes you smile. I took and 5&8 yr old. Both of them really liked it. My husband and I are huge movie buffs and have exposed our children to movie magic from birth. They are no stranger to Sci-Fi...however, I think you should know you kids...there are a few scenes that might scare some 5yr olds and some content that may be heavy for young kids. Other than that, it was a fun movie...We did not see it in 3-D, but plan on going again to Imax so we can.
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{Grade: B-} I Really Liked It, Especially in 3-D
---First let me say that if this movie did not have an option for 3-D, well, it wouldn't exactly be very good. And even though this may not be in your top choice of movies to see this summer, you, as parents could see another movie as your kids see this.
---This movie is definitely NOT a masterpiece like the book, but it is well made. There is not much of a twist within the story. Most of the movie takes place near the Dormant Volcano--cracking kiddy jokes that would probably make you smile.
---THE BIG PICTURE: Most of the film is very entertaining with the exception of the fact that the film is forgettable and some may be disappointed by the tiny gimmicky mistranslations of the sci-fi classic.
---3-D Yeah, the 3-D looks frikin' awesome! But without it... it kind of sucks. Face it. The movie is a formulaic kid adventure. My guess is, kids will be hooked by the (i'm guessing) big budget visuals and "silly" jokes by Fraser and others.
---PARENTS: Yay! Not much to worry!Unless you don't like your kids watching harmless-but-sometimes-perilous movies, then everything is great in this movie. Once your kid is eight, they've already seen sci-fi comic violence already, so i would probably even recommend this for 7+.
--OVERALL: The performances could have been better, and this is not the movie you want to be all crazy about for the tickets. But if "Dark Knight," "Hellboy" or whatever there is not a choice for you, picking this would be a good choice ESPECIALLY IN 3-D. (I think boys will like this.)
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