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Sinbad: The Fifth Voyage

By Tracy Moore, Common Sense Media Reviewer

age 12+

Campy sci-fi adventure offers silly B-movie fun.

Movie PG-13 2014 89 minutes
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What's the Story?

The sultan's daughter has been stolen by a sorcerer, and it's up to Sinbad (Shahin Sean Solimon) to bring her home safely. To do so, he must travel dangerous lava-laden desert terrain, battle creatures of stone and mythical proportion, and face the ultimate tests of his courage and heroism. Patrick Stewart narrates.

Is It Any Good?

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Without an appreciation for cheesy old adventure movies, it might be hard to see why this low-budget, comically awkward film with giant stop-motion monsters is a fun watch. But those who think fondly of Clash of the Titans and other Ray Harryhausen-directed films will enjoy this retro approach to fantasy adventure. By taking out the modern sense of gore and reducing it to magic spells, dissolving villains, and the tiniest bit of bloodshed, you're able to focus more on the story, the adventure, and the heroism that makes adventure movies fun.

Here, there may be a bit more style than substance, but it's a valiant effort. Best for teens who could appreciate a modern take on a long-gone genre.

Talk to Your Kids About ...

  • Families can talk about the film's throwback style. Have you seen other movies that look like this? What do you think the director was trying to accomplish? Did he pull it off?

  • How do the monsters look in this film compared to the villains of today? How are they different?

  • How does the violence compare to films today? How does it affect the film's overall story and feel?

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