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After the success of Jurassic Park in 1993, the floodgates opened for digital special effects, and Jumanji is nothing if not a showcase for computer-generated creepiness guaranteed to give young children a nightmare or two. Whether that was the filmmakers' intention is up for debate, since this is a PG-rated adventure revolving around a mysterious board game that unleashes a terrifying jungle world upon its players, including gigantic spiders, huge mosquitoes, a stampede of rhinos, elephants, and every other jungle beast you can imagine. Robin Williams plays a man-child who's been trapped in the world of "Jumanji" for 26 years until he's freed by two kids who've discovered the game and released its parade of dangerous horrors. A chaotic and misguided attempt at family entertainment, the movie does offer a few good laughs, and the effects are frequently impressive, if not entirely convincing to the eye. --Jeff Shannon
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Young Judy and Peter Shepherd discover the board game Jumanji in their new house. But when they begin to play they release wild animals along with Alan Parrish (Robin Williams), a grown man who has been trapped inside the game since he was 12 years old. Together they must seek out Alan's friend Sarah (Bonnie Hunt) and re-enter the game to win. In doing so they have to face elephants, lions, and the big game hunter Van Pelt.
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10 of 10 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
Just about every film you will ever watch (with a few acceptions) will have been influenced by another film, and may seem very similar to that film in more ways than one. However, Jumanji is a complete acception to this rule. It is a completely original and fantstic idea for a film, which has become unsuprisingly succesful.
When Alan Parish finds an old game in a building site and begins playing it with Sarah, a girl on his street, he dissappears and she is chased out of the house by a swarm of bats. Twenty Six years later, Judy and Peter find it in the attic of there new house, (the old Parish house) and they also begin to play. They release Alan, along with a hoard of unimaginable nightmares, their only hope being to finish the game, if they live that long!
The special effects in this movie, in there day were excelent, however they do look a little bit dated now, especially the lion. It still works well though. The acting is also pretty ok, especially from Robin Williams, who in my mind is on top form here.
Although this film was promoted as a family movie, some parts are pretty intense and scary, especially the beginning where the previous two children are burying the game. Therefore you may want to watch it before you show it to very young children. Having said this, it really is an excelent film and most of the family can enjoy the solid entertainment.
If you buy this film then i guarentee that you will be gripping your seat,and will be thinking of nothing else until the end. Well worth buying.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
By elaine
Format:DVD
I boughtthis for a 16 year old boy who had not seen it before. He had sevear additional needs and not been out of bed since Christmas. He managed to watch once before he died. AND he LOVED IT!! It arrived really quickly,infact just in time, thank you.We have watched it again and is good for all ages although a younger friend watched it through his fingers. Excellant entertainment.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
By Lee Thomas
Format:DVD
I Remember this back when I was about 10 Years old.
I Remember It on VHS, and what a great Film, staring Robbin Williams, and some other great characters. Bearing In Mind, Technology wasn't that good, Over 15 years ago, and the amount of Computer Generated graphics that were in this film, and to make it look so real.
I'm so glad that they decided to bring it to DVD, This is a Film, on which I've lost over the years, but still think about, and Missed.
It's now in my 'Top DVD' collection, and It's a DVD which I can watch, and Watch and watch and never get bored of.
This film has everything, Comedy, Drama, Action, and I Suppose some scary parts - For little children. But something I think an entire family would enjoy, I know that when my daughter is a bit older. She will love it, and I intend to sit down as a Family, and watch it all together!
5**** From me!
The story is about 2 children who start off the game, and Robbin Williams gets sucked into the Jungle, about 25 years later, 2 other children play the same game after moving into the house, and they play the game, and roll a 3 or an 8 on the Dice, Robbin Williams then comes back from the Jungle, but the story does not end there, they have to finish the terrifying game, which has monkeys, Lions, Gunmen, and loads of nasty things happening, but until they finish the game, these things won't go away!
I Remember It on VHS, and what a great Film, staring Robbin Williams, and some other great characters. Bearing In Mind, Technology wasn't that good, Over 15 years ago, and the amount of Computer Generated graphics that were in this film, and to make it look so real.
I'm so glad that they decided to bring it to DVD, This is a Film, on which I've lost over the years, but still think about, and Missed.
It's now in my 'Top DVD' collection, and It's a DVD which I can watch, and Watch and watch and never get bored of.
This film has everything, Comedy, Drama, Action, and I Suppose some scary parts - For little children. But something I think an entire family would enjoy, I know that when my daughter is a bit older. She will love it, and I intend to sit down as a Family, and watch it all together!
5**** From me!
The story is about 2 children who start off the game, and Robbin Williams gets sucked into the Jungle, about 25 years later, 2 other children play the same game after moving into the house, and they play the game, and roll a 3 or an 8 on the Dice, Robbin Williams then comes back from the Jungle, but the story does not end there, they have to finish the terrifying game, which has monkeys, Lions, Gunmen, and loads of nasty things happening, but until they finish the game, these things won't go away!
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5.0 out of 5 stars
most enjoyable
very good service and well packed - Film suitable for all ages, but did scare some kids that watched it
Published 1 month ago by kindle reader
5.0 out of 5 stars
Jumanji
Great film, fun for all the family for a sunday easy day watching. For any age good value for money
Published 2 months ago by sandya
4.0 out of 5 stars
my favorite childhood movie
jumanji is a great evergrenn movie for me..reminds me of my younger days...
this is a family movie that will be watched by all....
this is a family movie that will be watched by all....
Published 2 months ago by charles
5.0 out of 5 stars
Delightful little film.
If you enjoy Robin Williams at his best, and I certainly do then you will love this film it is well acted and well directed and I would definitely recommend it if you are a fan.
Published 2 months ago by Keith Phillips
5.0 out of 5 stars
fun very fun
i love this film and it doesn't get old, the gags are of huge proportion Robin Williams as his best.
Published 3 months ago by Ms. F. Thepot
5.0 out of 5 stars
Lovely
Its amazing that I had never seen this movie despite all around me who had, really enjoyed it glad I bought it.
Published 3 months ago by S. M. Smith
5.0 out of 5 stars
Fantastic!
This is a must see for all the family. My children loved it when they were growing up but it was my husband who mentioned that he wanted to watch it.
Published 3 months ago by jayne collings
5.0 out of 5 stars
classic
very easy and enjoyable to watch. my kids love love the movie and i can sit with them whilst they watch it without getting bored.
Published 4 months ago by hussain
5.0 out of 5 stars
Are You Game?
Jumanji - A film for those who seek to find! An excellent movie in my eyes, and one of Robin Williams' best films, it's a shame he never gets credited enough for this. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Darryl Jason
5.0 out of 5 stars
I want to play this game!
Crisp clear images and crystal clear sound on this Blu-ray version of the movie far surpass both the VHS and std dvd versions I have of this movie which makes for a most enjoyable... Read more
Published 4 months ago by Buck from Downunda
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