I am in Jumanji 2 with Duane Johnson and Jack Black and had to see the original for the background information. Jumanji, the Original, is an exciting, fun adventure definitely worth watching if you plan on seeing Jumanji 2 when it hits the theaters. You can't help but love Robin Williams and the excitement of the game. All I'll say about Jumanji 2 is, if you like the original, you will be more than thrilled with Jumanji 2. It is a fun, action packed adventure ride! If you plan on seeing it, be sure to purchase Jumanji, the Original with Robin Williams.
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"Jumanji" is the cinematic presentation of Chris Van Allsburg's child's adventure book of the same name. Director Joe Johnston makes this film come alive in a way that enthralls the viewer and Johnston keeps the audience on the edges of their seats throughout. The vehicle that drives the story is an enchanted board game from which the novel and the film derives its title. Two children Judy and Peter start the game, which they mysteriously discover. Judy is played by a rather young Kirsten Dunst. Together the children learn that playing the game unexpectedly opens a time portal to a chilling jungle universe where they meet Alan, an adult played by Robin Williams, who has been trapped inside the game since his childhood because freedom can only be gained by finishing the game. As you can imagine the complicated plot follows the dangerous course they are forced into taking to finish. Johnston is aided considerably by the energetic performance of Robin Williams whose mile-a-minute delivery contributes to the fast pace of the film. The film led to a cartoon series that lasted two seasons. Its thrilling progress led later to the production of "Zathura" a similar story which is taken from another of Van Allsburg's children's adventure novels. I'd give this exciting family entertainment masterpiece high marks, and it's definitely one I'm keeping for our family collection!Read full review
Despite mixed critical reviews when Jumanji premiered, I think this movie is just plain fun. It is a wildly imaginative and engrossing tale of an ancient board game that turns out to be a lot more than just a child's toy. After a brief intro scene, set in the 1800s, in which two boys bury the game with a warning for whoever might find it, the action shifts to 1969 when a young boy discovers the game at a construction site, and from there to 1995 when a young brother and sister discover the game again. Perhaps a little frightening for very young viewers, but most children (and their parents) will like this movie. The DVD version has some interesting behind-the-scenes features.
The original. With Robin Williams, Kirsten Dunst, Jonathan Hyde, and Bonnie Hunt. With special effects commentary and extras. A classic!
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An excellent watch, my 6 year old adores it. In this day and age, the children are growing up so very quickly, and as much as she still adores her Disney movies, it was getting harder to keep her from more adult issues. We recently have had to deal with death in the fsmily, and she was suffering with separation anxiety. It is hard to imagine that a movie could go so far to help her understand and deal with emotions that she wasn't able to articulate, but this movie did help. Robin WIlliams is, as always, fantastic. He and the child actors touch on both subjects in a very sensitive manner. By turns, they show the sadness and heartache of loss for those left behind, the fear of being alone, and that it is perfectly acceptable to feel the way that you do. Before you know it, the laughter and hijinks hit hiome, and my baby left with the understanding that as hard as these things can be, life does go on, and things do get better. Absolutely entertaining and well worth the money spent, this film is one of our favorites!Read full review
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