 |
|
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
| |
|
 |
 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
 |
|
Journey to the Center of the Earth  |
| |
Another year, another computerized and green screen enhanced science fiction vehicle staring America’s resident star of computerized and green screen enhanced cinema, Brendan Fraser.
Journey to the Center of the Earth both literally and figuratively uses the 1864 Jules Verne novel of the same name as a road map. Not only is Verne’s original work the crux of the movie’s major story arc, it also has audiences raise the question, “What if?”
It is no secret that Verne’s fictional work has long been the source of inspiration for countless modern scientists throughout the ages. In this “update” of the tale, the characters and audience both ponder the notion that Verne might have actually penned these tales based on personal experiences rather than flights of fancy. Just as with Verne’s novels themselves, this film is not only a journey of scientific discovery but a corollary for each character’s own personal discoveries.
Fraser’s character, Trevor Anderson, goes on a quest with his young nephew in tow to Iceland where he is trying to follow in his long lost older brother’s scientific footsteps. Quite serendipitously, the trio of Anderson, his nephew Sean, and his incredibly attractive and spunky Icelandic guide get trapped in a cave that leads, believe it or not, to the…ta da, the center of the Earth!
In theatres and on some DVD’s, the film was released in a 3D format. Perhaps stunning in 3D, our version in question in its entire 2D splendor looked like more like an SCTV skit from the 80’s than a cutting edge visual presentation. I can see it now, “Count Floyd’s Monster Chiller Horror Theatre’s Journey to the Center of the Earth!”
What ends up happening in Journey to the Center of the Earth is what usually happens in most movies touted as the latest 3D venture. The film becomes more about the “special” effect rather than the story, and more often than not, the 3D is incredibly bad, headache inducing or both. Heck, there’s even an Indiana Jones rip off in a mine shaft.
The kids will love it, but adults can endure it for its short running time. “Journey to the Center of the Earth” earns 2 ½ out of 5 stalagmites.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|