Finally out on DVD as I missed it when it was at the cinema this is a movie I was looking forward to. I didn’t read much of the comics when I was young, so I have no idea how much it adheres to the original story, but the fact that Spielberg is involved was enough reason for me to see it.
The story of the film is loosely based on some of the comics and is about a model ship which is bought by Tintin and which people seem very interested in. Why this is the case you will have to find out yourself, but it’s a setup for an action filled movie.
And what a movie it is. It quickly introduces the important characters and takes the viewer on a rollercoaster ride. It is set on sea, in the desert, in the past and in the present and it results in a nice change of scenery while keeping you entertained all the way. The movie uses the motion capture technology pioneered by Robert Zemeckis, but when comparing the look of the movies with the pictures he did it looks a lot better. Even though the characters are exaggerated the guys at WETA have done an amazing job and a lot of what appears on the screen is almost photorealistic. I thought Rango looked stunning and didn’t think I would see something similar soon, but this is easily on the same level. The performances by Jamie Bell, Andy Serkis en Daniel Craig are great with Serkis’Captain Haddock being my personal favorite.
As I watched Tintin I automatically started to get a familiar feeling and it was during one of the most amazing single shot sequences I’ve ever seen that it clicked. The script of this movie could have easily worked as a great new installment in the Indiana Jones series as there are a lot of similarities. I wouldn’t be surprised if Spielberg looked at that series to add some stuff here. If I had one criticism about this movie is that it was over way too soon and can’t wait to see the next installment.
Score: 9
It’s strange. Since seeing Tintin last year I keep wondering whether I overgraded it, giving it a 4/5. Then I read a review like yours and reminds me that I didn’t.
Whole heartedly agree. It is a rollercoaster of a movie. As with any ‘coaster – you’re always sad it’s over.
I’m not a big fan of the motion capture though. I would have loved to have seen a live action Tintin.
Nope, you didn’t overgrade it at all Jaina! We completely agree on this one.
I didn’t like it in the Zemeckis movies, but in this one it didn’t bother me at all…
What are you talking about Nostra? Is this a vision of the future? I’ve checked with the Academy and they say that there’s no such thing as a Tintin movie, that motion capture is black magic and the third dimension is all a figment of your imagination.
If there were such a films though I probably would have thought pretty much the same of it as you did and that the river chase was indeed one of the years best shots, even if there was no camera.
What is this Academy you keep talking about?
Oooh I’m glad you enjoyed this too! I really think it should’ve been nominated for an Oscar. Spielberg’s able to capture the spirit of the comics which is quite a feat.
I agree, it should have been nominated, looked stunning!
I was very much put in mind of “Raiders” when I saw Tintin; as you say, it was that same style of over-the-top but completely wonderful action. Some of the transitions between scenes were delightful too.
Yeah, especially the one from the desert to the ship, loved it!
I absolutely loved this one, one of my top 5 films of 2011. Terrific review.
Thanks rodders!
Really glad you enjoyed this one, Nostra. It’s a great review. I thought the animation was a little flat in places, but I had built the film up so much before seeing it. I think it’s about time I see it again!
Thanks Amy! I didn’t notice the flatness you are talking about, to caught up in it all I guess 😉
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