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Zathura: A Space Adventure
2005
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Zathura: A Space Adventure
Positive Reviews
55
Negative reviews
10
Average Rating
3.3
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2.0
Favreau manages to elevate this potentially trite setup into Cain and Abel territory without ever overstepping the genres bounds or gunning the thrust ..
EW
3.8
Favreau brings a muscular solidity to his special effects; they look not like abstract digital perfection but as if hammered together from plywood, al ..
Rogerebert
1.5
Favreau gratifyingly prevents the film from becoming a mere maelstrom of CG effects by pushing the brothers amusing bickering to the fore...
Time Out
3.5
Favreau clearly understands that the importance of a board game isnt in its fancy bells and whistles.
3.5
Favreau keeps the picture throttling forward with a carefree charm that offers opportunities for emotional involvement and detachment.
3.5
Its conventional messages would stick in your craw if pushed too strenuously.
The New York Times
4.0
Frankly, I cannot imagine the 12 year old boy who will not be absolutely dazzled by the sci fi spectacle that is Zathura.
E Film Critic
3.8
The alternative is to be stuck in a neverland somewhere in outer space.
San Francisco Chronicle
3.5
Its a fun movie, but one that misses greatness by rote of a flawed, confusing narrative.
Cinema Blend
3.2
Writers David Koepp and John Kamps keep the narrative hopping with fun and games.
Sover
3.8
Theres not much plot to absorb and theres plenty of action, so this is the kind of spectacle that will appeal to those without long attention spans.
ReelViews
3.8
Despite a slightly overstuffed message, Zathura is a fun ride with enough smarts and thrills for audiences of all ages.
Combust Ible Celluloid
3.0
The introduction of these wild ideas and characters makes this an entertaining family flick that scores on all fronts.
3.0
The introduction of these wild ideas and characters makes this an entertaining family flick that scores on all fronts.
2.5
As for the storys suspense hook, it stems from whether the three males will spin the right combination of numbers to get back home to what is now a ve ..
Usa Today
3.5
Despite an overwhelmingly action packed third act, Zathura is generally a fast paced and energetic family film thats sure to appeal to both children a ..
Reel Film Reviews
3.0
It is funny without being crude and it is touching without being overly sentimental.
Lariat
3.0
Zathura zips along with speed and confidence, and though Id never have guessed it, goofy Jon Favreau can direct a pretty exciting action scene.
Eric Ds Nider
3.0
There isnt quite the same emotional payoff, and the story, even on its own terms, doesnt make much sense if you think about it.
News Review
3.5
Favreau keeps things moving fairly frenetically, clearly having fun with the general mayhem
Shadows On The Wall
3.0
For everyone else, its an enjoyable adventure movie that, for once, steers clear of excessive sentimentality.
View London
3.0
Whether intentionally or not, Martin has given us something truly spooky: A full fledged portrait of a hollow man.
Cs Monitor
3.5
The third feature from director Jon Favreau (following the holiday blockbuster Elf) is a very worthy successor to the hit Jumanji, a lively, imaginati ..
Film Journal International ..
3.8
If anything, this science fiction adventure is more exciting than the 1995 movie version of Jumanji.
Deseret News (Salt Lake Ci ..
1.9
This may be to keep the story in motion and special effects coming, but the whole experience is like being trapped in a great big Happy Meal.
Boston
4.0
For a childrens film made in Hollywood it manages to be tough, scary and tender in all the right places.
Smh
4.0
This is what makes this unassuming movie something rather special.
Mountain X
3.8
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Star Tribune
3.1
In seeking to entertain adults as well as children, director Jon Favreau (Elf) may have overplayed his hand a bit on the grown up side.
Toronto Star
3.5
Enforcing the idea this is a boys own adventure, Lisa is kept frozen in a cryonic state for most of the journey.The only adult they encounter is an as ..
Reel Talk Reviews
3.0
Zathura may not be in the same class with space adventures like the Star Wars franchise, but many youngsters will probably enjoy taking this inter gal ..
Reel Talk Reviews
4.5
It doesnt talk down its audience, it doesnt paint clichs, it doesnt insult our intelligence, and its entertainment is enjoyable for both adults and ch ..
Cinema Crazed
2.0
Slick visuals make up what the film lacks in story, but its the young actors at Zathuras heart that prove its real strength.
Empire
4.0
In a lot of ways this is an effects picture set up to dazzle younger audiences with panoramic space scenes and stimulate the imagination with its tant ..
3.0
Not Terrifically Obtrusive Message Alert: Like its predecessor, Jumanji, its about kids confronting adult anxieties and coming out the other side wise ..
Movies
4.0
A sci fi spin on 1995s Jumanji, Jon Favreaus fast paced fantasy is an enthralling, imaginative romp that does everything its predecessor did and more.
Bbc
3.8
A motion picture that works on multiple levels, in multiple genres, and never dumbs itself down, it is difficult to imagine any person of any age goin ..
The Movie Boy
2.5
Youre meat..Say what you will about the been there, done that nature of the story; the near absence of CGI effects is quite refreshing.
Bullz-Eye
2.5
The Curse of La Llorona cast members Raymond Cruz, Patricia Velasquez and Linda Cardellini, along with director Michael Chaves, share some personal La ..
Calendar Live
3.1
Of course if youve never seen Jumanji Zathura will seem like a fun ride for the whole family.
Hollywood
3.0
Latest Entertainment Videos Their squabbling (which takes place through much of the movie) is so pitch perfect that most adult viewers likely will wan ..
Seattle Pi
4.0
Whats nice is that the film has a good message and a touching twist.
Tony Medley
3.5
I remember what it was like to be a boy and enjoy wild fantasy adventure stories.
7M Pictures
3.5
That is, until Danny plucks a card from the board, prompting evasive action against an incoming meteor shower.
3.8
But a competitor is asking for decreases that could be almost as big.
Kansas City
3.1
Not without its flaws, but overall surreal fun. Slightly above average. (Might be a bit too scary for little kids.)
Ross Anthony
4.4
But its appeal comes from knowing kids could act out its astronaut character by strapping on a backpack and letting their boundary free imaginations r ..
The Filmy Ap
4.5
She said, Whats that I replied,Oh, its this awesome little movie thats kind of Jumanji in space.
Io9 Gizmodo
3.8
This kid is ready to snap up your roles when you hit the awkward teen years).
Waffle Movies
3.8
Combining the two for a Jumanji inspired lesson in family values makes for a fun family adventure that doesnt talk down to its target audience while s ..
Movie Crypt
1.0
However, lets finish it: ..you will enjoy Zathura: A Space Adventure.
Film Guardian
2.0
Light on plot and story logic but strong on narrative thrust and fantastic imagery, its the most effective of the three films.
Decent Films
3.0
Zathura is a highly enjoyable adventure film that is just what the doctor ordered after the disappointing Chicken Little.
From The Balcony
3.8
True, except for a movie that your kids will probably appreciate.
Denver Post
4.5
After the success of last years Elf and now with Zathura, Jon Favreau proves that hes the man with the pulse on big screen family entertainment.
4.5
He doesnt add much to the previous volume other than a lesson about sibling rivalry, but the artwork is stunning and the adventure elements are well p ..
Spectrum Culture
2.0
Better to see Wallace & Gromit twice than subject your children to this lesser model cinema entertainment.
Film Critic 1963 Typepad
3.5
While the movie doesnt have enough genuine adult themes to suck a grown man or woman into its storyline; adults without children who have an interest ..
Juicy Cerebellum
1.5
At times it seemed like events were occurring just so the kids, or the kids in the audience, could learn their lesson a little bit more.
Cinematical
3.0
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Film Force Ign
1.5
An uneven mixed bag, Zathura is more likely to appeal to screaming kids and the parents who love them, than it will to the average moviegoer.
Fantastic A Daily
3.1
Zathura could have used that Tim Burton touch, but its still an imaginative way for kids to kill an afternoon.
Washington Times
3.5
Partly because it lacks an emotional core, partly because it lacks engaging drama.
The Reel Deal
3.0
The special effects and story do most of the heavy lifting, its surprising and gratifying how well acted Zathura is...
Now Playing Mag
3.8
Zathura is simply a solid adventure with likable characters who are no better or worse than the neighborhood kid next door.
Lj World
2.0
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Scifi
4.5
Zathura is a kids movie that doesnt demean its target audience, either in the story, characters, or film production.
Giant Freakin Robot
5.0
A practically perfect family flick which delivers a big lesson about the true meaning of brotherly love.
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