Peter Pan (2003)

Memorable, crazy movie

All of these films share one commonality, that being a kind of emotional center that humanizes a cast of monsters.

It's easily one of the freshest, sharpest and most enjoyable films of this year.

It is a whirlwind of delight --- attractive actors, stunning couture, spectacular sets and outrageous parties. It's a feast for the eyes. But what really makes this dramedy work is the acting.

The visuals looked incredibly fake and ugly looking. It was easy to tell what was computer animated because there was way too much fast forward movement that didn't blend very well. Neverland looked really dirty. The colors in Neverland were ugly shades of red, purple, blue and the locations in Neverland looked like sets. I don't know if Hook was better or not. If you want to watch Peter Pan, stick with the Disney cartoon. Also, the crocodile has more realism. Watching the characters fly across obvious green screen doesn't seem real.

This is probably the best adaptation of Peter Pan and it deserves place in movie classics. The reason it had low success in theaters and it passed almost unnoticed lies not in its quality, but in fact it was released in the middle of Harry Potter mania and at the same time with the best fantasy movie of all time - The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King. Practically nothing had real chance competing with those two.This is classic version of Peter Pan, but really excellent one. Production is top, although not on LOTR level. Kids are incredibly cute and they played their roles really well and scenery is beautiful. Few times I thought that CGI is bit unconvincing, but I think it's done on purpose to make distinction between real world and world of fantasy. What particularly distinguishes this adaptation is the relationship between Peter and Wendy, which is elevated to a higher level than the one we are used to. Here they are not just children, but preteens who develop early stage of romantic love and even some sort of sexual tension. That deepens their relationship and adds new dimension to the story, that is not just two-dimensional fairy-tale any more, like it was in animated Disney version. Warm recommendation.8/10

This was the first movie i ever saw at the cinema. I was 7 years old,well, quite close to 8. So obviously, it has a very special place in my heart. I bought the VHS tape afterwards and watched it many times.Don't think i ever really watched the cartoon version and if i did,i was probably not a big fan cause i don't remember it. But i saw the cartoon not too long ago now, but prefer this 2003 version so much more. I'll blame it a bit on nostalgia.No but seriously, i have watched this version many times now that i'm older and i think it means more to me now than it did then. Now, i finally understand the whole not wanting to grow up thing. I didn't take that part too seriously as a kid. I focused more on the rest of the film. Now, i'd give anything to be peter pan.Jeremy Sumpter is perfect as peter pan. Playful, adventurous, typical slightly annoying boy and cute. Cartoon-peter felt more like an adult to be honest. Rachel Hurd-Wood is a great Wendy. She feels innocent, but still like a young woman ready to grow up. Jason Isaacs great as Hook and boring dad. I honestly didn't' even notice he was the same person when i was a kid.And let's not forget one of the most important parts of the entire movie. The music. It's as magical as it can get and it is without a doubt one of my top 5 fave movie soundtracks. I think it might be 3rd place behind the Homeward bound-movies and Jurassic park. My favourite song is "Flying". After all my nostalgic rambling, i just want to say that it's a magical movie that means a lot to me. Way better than the cartoon if you ask me.

Starting with the introduction: a night sky, the chime of bells and the first lines of the narration, we meet with a magic creation, full of enchantment and nostalgia. A very thorough production, down to the last detail. Thanks to its imaginative wonderland scenery and its focus on an individual language for every character, this film has created a unique atmosphere. The storyline is witty and thankfully lacks the monotonous pattern of many fairy tale adaptations. Most important, throughout excellent acting – from an utterly convincing Peter Pan, to a refreshingly lifelike Captain Hook, and an admirably selfless Mr Darling – turns this film into an unforgettable experience.