Starring Jamie Bell, Andy Serkis, Daniel Craig, Simon Pegg, Nick Frost
It's a man's world. Or at least a boy's. There's not any influence of female characters here at all.
Speilberg finally brings Hérge's Tintin to the big screen. With some animation I don't think I'm bothered by.
For a children's film who needs characterisation? They want fun action.
They should look elsewhere. Or at least wait until Serkis' Captain Haddock appears.
Tintin is kidnapped after refusing to give up a model ship with a secret that could lead to victory for the villain. Whilst attempting to escape he meets Captain Haddock, a drunkard sailor who is brought along for the ride.
The problem with this is that Tintin doesn't seem to be in any real danger. Too much happens for his benefit by accident. It's possible Speilberg will use the complexities of the animation to excuse the lack of real adventure. There is a tremendous chase scene involving spilling water from a damn and a continuous shot. But aside from this the film isn't dark enough to stir atmosphere, or dangerous enough to be thrilling.
Next time Speilberg, keep it real.
2/5
If you like this you should try
Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981) 3/5
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