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Hugo

Play trailer 1:50 Poster for Hugo PG 2011 2h 6m Adventure Fantasy Drama Play Trailer Watchlist
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Orphaned and alone except for an uncle, Hugo Cabret lives in the walls of a train station in the 1930s Paris. Hugo's job is to oil and maintain the station's clocks, but to him, his more important task is to protect a broken automaton and notebook left to him by his late father. Accompanied by the goddaughter of an embittered toy merchant, Hugo embarks on a quest to solve the mystery of the automaton and find a place he can call home.
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Hugo is an extravagant, elegant fantasy with an innocence lacking in many modern kids' movies, and one that emanates an unabashed love for the magic of cinema.

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Deborah Ross The Spectator 08/31/2018
The first thing to say... is that it is a visual wonder... But the second thing to say is nothing else is as exciting as the look of it and if there is a third thing it is this: Hugo himself is rather boringly bland and I didn't much care for him. Go to Full Review Sara Michelle Fetters MovieFreak.com 01/27/2012
3.5/4
It is a miraculous achievement that, during this home stretch, engages on levels and in ways few other films can admit to, and as such makes a decided case to be considered as one of the year's finest achievements. Go to Full Review Christy Lemire Associated Press 01/03/2012
Being a hardcore cinephile (like Scorsese) might add a layer of enjoyment, but it certainly isn't a prerequisite for walking in the door. A sense of wonder, however, is. Go to Full Review Kathy Fennessy Video Librarian Magazine Mar 27
4/5
Though it didn't exactly storm the box office, it's truly one of the finest family films ever made. Go to Full Review Don Shanahan Every Movie Has a Lesson 10/18/2024
4/5
Watch Hugo and you will see an aficionado of old films and cinema history making a movie that has a soft spot for just that. Go to Full Review Sean Axmaker Stream on Demand 10/06/2023
Befitting such an impassioned tribute to the glories of early cinema and the creators of yesteryear wonders, it is a cinematic playground of technique and color and imagination, as well as an affectionate childhood adventure. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Marit Risto F @MaritRisto Nov 25 It's Paris, yes? Why do they speak English? I can enjoy it despite this flop though, but See more Arthur D Oct 19 Hugo was a delightful film with a straightforward plot and outstanding performances—perfect for a cozy Saturday night with the family. See more Daniel C Sep 11 Horrible acting and terrible actors and plot. See more Gareth v @geewah Aug 10 A beautifully crafted, tender adventure that doubles as a celebration of film history. See more Mate P @matepolcz Jul 27 Hugo is about so many different things, while looking gorgeous at all times. In the beginning I thought this movie would be an Oliver Twist kind of story. Then as it went it shifted into an underdog success story, but by the end it became a tale about cinema and forgotten heroes. This is called Absolute Cinema. On the other hand this is a story for children, so I didn't enjoy it as much as I would've 6-7 years ago. The dialogues are pretty good, there are some really funny moments too as well as tense ones. The directing is obviously amazing with this fairy tale-like (Spielbergy) cinematography. The editing is gorgeous and the pacing is good. The production design is amazing, but looking back this movie could've used even more practicality, because some of the CGI shots didn't age well. The casting in hindsight is absolutely incredible. Ben Kingsley's performance was my absolute favourite and when I think of him now I always want to say Trevor Slattery :) Hugo is probably a little overrated by the critics and The Academy, but on the other hand people underrate it very much. It's Absolute Cinema. See more Player257 @Kahaan_Vyas Jun 29 A truly entertaining and emotional rewarding movie! I kept thinking about the movie for days even months. Me and my family were really moved by this film and it also holds a special place in my heart. See more Read all reviews
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Martin Scorsese

Director

Ben Kingsley

Papa Georges

Sacha Baron Cohen

Station Inspector

Asa Butterfield

Hugo Cabret

Chloë Grace Moretz

Isabelle

Ray Winstone

Uncle Claude

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Chloë Grace Moretz as Isabelle and Asa Butterfield as Hugo Cabret in "Hugo." Chloe Grace Moretz as Isabelle and Asa Butterfield as Hugo Cabret in "Hugo." (L-R) Asa Butterfield as Hugo Cabret and Jude Law in "Hugo." (L-R) Asa Butterfield as Hugo Cabret and Ben Kingsley as Georges in "Hugo." Chloe Grace Moretz as Isabelle in "Hugo." Asa Butterfield as Hugo Cabret and Chloe Grace Moretz as Isabelle in "Hugo." Asa Butterfield as Hugo Cabret in "Hugo." Asa Butterfield as Hugo Cabret and Chloe Grace Moretz as Isabelle in "Hugo." Asa Butterfield as Hugo Cabret in "Hugo." (L-R) Christopher Lee as Monsieur Labisse and Asa Butterfield as Hugo Cabret in "Hugo." View more photos

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Synopsis Orphaned and alone except for an uncle, Hugo Cabret lives in the walls of a train station in the 1930s Paris. Hugo's job is to oil and maintain the station's clocks, but to him, his more important task is to protect a broken automaton and notebook left to him by his late father. Accompanied by the goddaughter of an embittered toy merchant, Hugo embarks on a quest to solve the mystery of the automaton and find a place he can call home.
Director
Martin Scorsese
Producer
Graham King, Tim Headington, Martin Scorsese, Johnny Depp
Screenwriter
John Logan
Distributor
Paramount Pictures
Production Co
GK Films
Rating
PG (Smoking|Mild Thematic Material|Some Action/Peril)
Genre
Adventure, Fantasy, Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Nov 23, 2011, Wide
Release Date (Streaming)
Jun 6, 2014
Box Office (Gross USA)
$73.8M
Runtime
2h 6m
Sound Mix
SDDS, Dolby Digital
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