Zathura (2005)
76 %
Reviews Counted: 147 Fresh: 112 Rotten:35 Average Rating: 6.6/10
Consensus:
Dazzling special effects for the kids + well-crafted storytelling for the 'rents = cinematic satisfaction for the whole family.
Runtime: 1 hr 53 mins
Theatrical Release: Nov 11, 2005 Wide
Box Office: $28,045,540
Synopsis: Actor-turned-director Jon Favreau (SWINGERS, ELF) delivers another work of intelligent, charming family fare with this space adventure, based on the book by Chris Van Allsburg (JUMANJI). Older brother Walter (Josh Hutcherson) and the younger Danny (Jonah Bobo) are constantly at war... [More]
Genre: Childrens
Starring: Josh Hutcherson, Jonah Bobo, Dax Shepard, Kristen Stewart, Tim Robbins
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At times it seemed like events were occurring just so the kids, or the kids in the audience, could learn their lesson a little bit more.
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04/08/07
A lively, imaginative tall tale that should thrill young audiences and engage their parents.
02/22/07
A practically-perfect family flick which delivers a big lesson about the true meaning of brotherly love.
01/05/07
For those who love the majesty of the solar system, the thrill of space battles, and the adventure of finding secret passageways in old houses, this movie should be just the ticket.
11/17/06
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07/01/06
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06/24/06
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03/31/06
Any game is more fun to play than to watch others play, even if it involves death-defying stunts and harrowing alien encounters that would frighten even the heartiest souls.
02/21/06
The effects are extremely good. Rather than opt for CGI overload, director Favreau and effects guru Stan Winston have elected to use good old-fashioned solid objects, which are entirely suited to the 1950s design of the game.
02/11/06
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02/11/06
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02/11/06
A flawed but likeable and kid-friendly fantasy with smartly blended effects, Zathura is a throwback to the space adventures of the 1980s.
01/21/06
Favreau keeps things moving fairly frenetically, clearly having fun with the general mayhem
01/19/06
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01/17/06
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Zathura is so, so entertainment for adults but the kiddies will be amazed.
by: YajhilAlvarez 5/21/06
by: YajhilAlvarez 5/21/06
(Book sequel to "Jumanji")-ZATHURA takes sibling rivalry to new heights & pays off!!!
by: Darko, Donnie 5/16/06
by: Darko, Donnie 5/16/06
Good movie acctually
by: hattori hanzo 2/23/06
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