First of all, this movie (which I didn't know was Disney's) has a decent amount of adventure that should please the majority of those who appreciate good adventures. Cinematography is another strength, thanks to the beautiful landscapes and sceneries. On cinematography, it is guaranteed to delight anyone who gives importance to that detail. On the other hand, although not all of the characters are likable, Huckleberry Finn (aka Huck Finn) and his pal Jim are.
I never read Mark Twain's novel on which this motion picture is based, so I'm not the guy to make that kind of comparison. Although while I was watching the movie I didn't know where it takes place, I suspected it was on Mississipi. Where else can you find those characteristic river boats but in Mississippi?
Courtney B. Vance is pretty good as Jim. Elijah Wood's energetic acting as Huck Finn deserves my best approval. The character captivates thanks to his angelic, innocent face. And yet behind that cuteness he has a smart mouth, a confident personality and the spirit of a true warrior. Speaking of smart mouth, what kind of line is «Ah, Hells Bells, Jim, I almost puked up my livers!» ?? Where did he get that ?? LOL!
Those large blue eyes of his tell everything, they're that expressive! His facial expressions are often very hilarious, but he is also every bit as convincing in the dramatic/touching sequences between him and Jim. Nevertheless, one can't deny that Elijah Wood was not only a very cute kid but also a very bright one.
The story is basically the adventures of Huck Finn and his friend Jim. Together they travel and cross the Mississippi River and face obstacles and encounter adventures.
In my opinion, the movie gets off to a great start, then it goes through a lesser good phase when Huck Finn confronts that creepy Ron Perlman's character. Then it improves considerably and goes like that until after the middle. But after that it becomes less involving and intriguing, with too many unlikeable characters and dull scenes, only sort of redeeming itself near the ending, when Huck and Jim runaway and Huck is shot. And he's gotta be pretty tough to get shot and say «I just tripped!». Our story has a happy ending, as Huck survives the shot and gets well and as lively as before.
I never read Mark Twain's novel on which this motion picture is based, so I'm not the guy to make that kind of comparison. Although while I was watching the movie I didn't know where it takes place, I suspected it was on Mississipi. Where else can you find those characteristic river boats but in Mississippi?
Courtney B. Vance is pretty good as Jim. Elijah Wood's energetic acting as Huck Finn deserves my best approval. The character captivates thanks to his angelic, innocent face. And yet behind that cuteness he has a smart mouth, a confident personality and the spirit of a true warrior. Speaking of smart mouth, what kind of line is «Ah, Hells Bells, Jim, I almost puked up my livers!» ?? Where did he get that ?? LOL!
Those large blue eyes of his tell everything, they're that expressive! His facial expressions are often very hilarious, but he is also every bit as convincing in the dramatic/touching sequences between him and Jim. Nevertheless, one can't deny that Elijah Wood was not only a very cute kid but also a very bright one.
The story is basically the adventures of Huck Finn and his friend Jim. Together they travel and cross the Mississippi River and face obstacles and encounter adventures.
In my opinion, the movie gets off to a great start, then it goes through a lesser good phase when Huck Finn confronts that creepy Ron Perlman's character. Then it improves considerably and goes like that until after the middle. But after that it becomes less involving and intriguing, with too many unlikeable characters and dull scenes, only sort of redeeming itself near the ending, when Huck and Jim runaway and Huck is shot. And he's gotta be pretty tough to get shot and say «I just tripped!». Our story has a happy ending, as Huck survives the shot and gets well and as lively as before.