This is a pretty silly movie, but my appreciation of geology and my past experiences with the ride and the book caused this to be an overall enjoyable experience.
Brendan Fraser, who plays a professor, is sitting at home when his sister-in-law pulls up to his house and drops off his nephew for 10 days. Though the two haven't seen each other for 6 years, they undergo an incredible amount of male bonding as they undertake a journey to the center of the Earth. On the way they pick up an attractive mountain guide, who ends up becoming an important player once they get trapped inside an underground cave. It's all repelling down subterranean tubes and dinosaur chases from then on -- child friendly, even. I didn't have to close my eyes even once, and that's saying something.
I liked that the movie kept a quick pace. It's short--just under 90 minutes--so you don't get too hung up on how ridiculous it is, nor do you get tired of it. I did notice the various nods to the 3D crowd it is aiming at. There were a few too many scenes of things flying directly at the screen, which is ridiculous if you're not wearing 3D glasses. I'd like to have seen the 3D integrated a little more seamlessly, but I suppose we're not there yet.
All in all, the movie was a fun watch. I'll give it 3 and a half Vinni Pukhs. (I'm probably being generous).
Added bonus for commercialism: the movie has made me really look forward to my next trip to Tokyo DisneySea. The Journey to the Center of the Earth ride was already my favorite in the park, and I think I may have to make my next trip even sooner. If you're in Japan for any extended length of time, I highly recommend a stop at DisneySea!
Of course, I live in Japan, so if you're only here for a week, please don't skip out on the cultural opportunities to check out a cool ride instead.
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