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Muppet Treasure Island

Muppet Treasure Island (1996)

February. 16,1996
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6.9
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G
| Adventure Action Comedy Music

After telling the story of Flint's last journey to young Jim Hawkins, Billy Bones has a heart attack and dies just as Jim and his friends are attacked by pirates. The gang escapes into the town where they hire out a boat and crew to find the hidden treasure, which was revealed by Bones before he died. On their voyage across the seas, they soon find out that not everyone on board can be trusted.

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Glucedee
1996/02/16

It's hard to see any effort in the film. There's no comedy to speak of, no real drama and, worst of all.

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Merolliv
1996/02/17

I really wanted to like this movie. I feel terribly cynical trashing it, and that's why I'm giving it a middling 5. Actually, I'm giving it a 5 because there were some superb performances.

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Tobias Burrows
1996/02/18

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

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Marva
1996/02/19

It is an exhilarating, distressing, funny and profound film, with one of the more memorable film scores in years,

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studioAT
1996/02/20

After the so-so 'Muppet's most wanted' it was nice to go back and watch this film, which really does show the beloved characters off at their best.Using a lot of the same techniques as the earlier success 'Muppet Christmas Carol' the Muppets give their own fun filled interpretation of Treasure Island.Tim Curry holds the film together with a fabulously over the top performance, that more than makes up for the rather slow beginning. In typical Muppet fashion there are cameos and songs, as well as some now rather dated pop culture references that kids won't get but it doesn't matter.If you feel a bit let down by their recent outing, then a look back at this truly classic Muppet film could be what you need.

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brassduke
1996/02/21

Six years after the puppet legend's maniacal death of Staph Infection, His child quickly got away with the most dazzling Muppet film i've ever seen o_O, The story follows Jim Hawkins (Kevin Bishop) working at an inn alongside hotheaded innkeeper Mrs Blubridge (Jennifer Saunders). After his friend Billy Bones (Billy Connoly) Dies via 'The Black Spot' Jim and his two Muppet friends Gonzo & Rizzo quickly look for the treasure Billy was talking about. Alongside John Silver (Tim Curry (I Love this guy X3)) whom is really a cook but is sneakily abandoning Sam the Eagle just to claim the treasure of his own, For he had one leg that Billy warned Jim about. Moral: TRUSTING TIM CURRY IS A BIT...WELL...PENNYWISE!

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FilmFanInTheHouse
1996/02/22

Muppet Treasure Island (1996, Dir. Brian Henson) After telling the story of Flint's last journey to young Jim Hawkins (Bishop), Billy Bones (Connelly) has a heart attack and dies just as Jim and his friends are attacked by pirates. The gang escapes into the town where they convince Squire Trelawney (Oz) to hire out a boat and crew to find the hidden treasure, which was revealed by Bones before he died. On their voyage across the seas, they soon find out that not everyone on board can be trusted.A decent Muppet film which combines the usual Muppet comedy, catchy songs and colourful sets. Tim Curry, who can be seen obviously having a wonderful time, is the highlight of the film and the young Kevin Bishop portrays a good Jim Hawkins, but some Muppet fans might be disappointed in the lack of Miss Piggy who only turns up in the last quarter of the film.Oh, aye, and then old Flinty up and died before they could get back to that cursed island and dig up the treasure. – Billy Bones (Billy Connelly)

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vip_ebriega
1996/02/23

My Take: The Muppets charm, along with the guests stars in this entertaining family romp. MUPPET TREASURE ISLAND wasn't meant to be a serious adaptation of Robert Louis Stevenson's classic adventure story, so why not simply enjoy it. This Muppet version of the classic story is fun, funny and spirited. There's a lot of funny moments, most of which come from the exuberant glee of Jim Henson's batch of funny Muppets. Although adults will find much to deprive and annoyed, this is a fun and enjoyable romp for the young, young-at-heart and for those willing enough to be so.The story is basically similar, as we once again go across the sea, joining the young Jim Hawkins (Kevin Bishop) and the feisty pirate Long John Silver (Tim Curry), in search of the long lost treasure. The film is given a Muppet twist, which includes much of our favorite Muppet characters, including Kermit the Frog, Miss Piggy, Fozzy Bear, Gonzo and all of those other rambunctious little Muppet characters are here and there.Adults may find a small discomfort when watching this kid-oriented film, but it's still a fun and bright family movie, mostly recommended for the younger set. Here's simply viewing it as a fun and appealing, with that you'll find it quite a pleaser. Any Muppet fan will be pleased by this jolly costume party, and kids will have a howling good time.Rating: *** out of 5.

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