In this first-ever film adaptation of the famous swashbuckling tale, the Darling children become the heroes of their own real-life adventure when Peter Pan takes them on a magical journey to a land where grown-up rules don’t apply.

YOUR COMMENTS
This is a stunning adaptation of JM Barrie's classic children's novel for the Harry Potter generation. The film creates a fantastic Neverland, with jungles and flying pirate ships. It also goes darker than previous adaptations, with dramatic swordfights and Tinkerbell's jealousy of Peter's new friend Wendy. Jason Isaacs is the undisputed highlight of the film, his Captain Hook is no camp pantomime buffoon, but instead is ruthless and sinister. The film also dispenses with tradition to have a boy play the role of Peter (Jeremy Sumpter) - a decision that has been widely praised for his mischievous performance. It may not be for everyone, being essentially a children's story about growing up and leaving childhood behind, but anyone who gives it a try will find it a magical experience.
Review by: SkinCare World, 12/01/2004 17:00