Reviewing Every Theatrical Live-Action Disney Film Ever Made…Or At Least Attempting To
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Today we take a look at yet another live-action Disney movie based on/inspired by the works of Jules Verne, In Search of the Castaways. Without further ado, let’s dive right into this review.
And remember, SPOILERS AHEAD!
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If you asked me to give an example of a Disney film that is of the adventure genre, I would have to say: The Island at the Top of the World.
Based on a novel by Ian Cameron, this film is so Jules Verne-like in terms of its adventure. The story just reeks of adventure and not a minute goes by where you don’t feel a sense of adventure. Granted it’s not as fast-paced as later films such as the Indiana Jones franchise, but it’s still the most adventurous Disney film in my opinion. Without further ado, let’s begin the review of this film!
And remember, SPOILERS AHEAD!
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Who doesn’t love a Jules Verne novel? His novels are just great adventure/scientific/steampunk-ish lore that it appeals to everyone with a sense of adventure. And the adventure genre lends itself to great expression through film. And 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea is no exception! This Disney film is actually the most famous film adaptation of the novel.
In quite an interesting turn, this film was directed by Richard Fleischer.
Why was this interesting? Because he was the son of Walt Disney’s animation “rival”, Max Fleischer.
Yeah, not every person can employ his competitor’s family members. Even Richard Fleischer was a bit surprised that Walt Disney approved of him directing the film. He even asked Walt if he knew who he was. Walt replied yes, but that he was the right man for the job. And his father, Max Fleischer also supported this decision and wasn’t mad that his son was working for his competitor. And people say that filmmakers are cold-hearted money-grabbers!
Anyway, let’s take a dive into (see what I did there) this review of 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea. Before we begin, I must let you all know that I’ve had some problems playing this movie on my laptop, hence I wasn’t able to get any screenshots from the film as I usually do. As a result of that, this review will be shorter than usual, so I hope you’ll forgive me.
Now, without further ado, let’s get started!
And remember, SPOILERS AHEAD!
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