Journey to the Center of the Earth (2008) Rank 3 Reviews

eFilmCritic.com (Erik Childress)

3-D as a film gimmick has had a bit of a resurgence recently. After a hiatus that gave IMAX screens a window to perfect the technology, it has been brought back into the mainstream mostly through animated features like Chicken Little and Meet the ...read the complete Journey to the Center of the Earth movie review at eFilmCritic.com (Erik Childress)

Tolucan Times (Tony Medley)

Despite the modern technology, this is an old-fashioned movie so full of fun that I came out with a broad smile on my face. And thatâ��s the ultimate test of a winner. If you have to drive a few more miles to see it in 3-D, itâ��s well worth the trip. ...read the complete Journey to the Center of the Earth movie review at Tolucan Times (Tony Medley)

ComingSoon.net (Edward Douglas)

There are so few family films that can really appeal to everyone in the family, and this is an amazing adventure for both kids and adults who refuse to grow up, one that absolutely MUST be seen in ...read the complete Journey to the Center of the Earth movie review at ComingSoon.net (Edward Douglas)

One Guy's Opinion (Frank Swietek)

But thatâ��s the sort of dumb joke you can endure for the fun that "Journey to the Center of the Earth" provides. It will appeal to young boys just as "Kit Kittredge" does their sisters, and kids and parents alike should ...read the complete Journey to the Center of the Earth movie review at One Guy's Opinion (Frank Swietek)

ColeSmithey.com (Cole Smithey)

This maiden feature-length Digital 3D movie is a breathtaking adaptation of Jules Verne's classic sci-fi novel, filled with eye-pleasing gags and sudden shocks of surprise that fall under the spell of strong performances from its terrific three-person ...read the complete Journey to the Center of the Earth movie review at ColeSmithey.com (Cole Smithey)

EmanuelLevy.com (Emanuel Levy)

Brendan Fraser, one of few actors who doesn't condescend to light material or fears to be outmatched by it, is likable in this reimagining of Verne's classic, which is minimal in characters (only 3) and story but takes full advantage of the 3D format. ...read the complete Journey to the Center of the Earth movie review at EmanuelLevy.com (Emanuel Levy)

dvdfuture.com (R. L. Shaffer)

Ahhh, the theatrical experience, I canâ��t complain about it enough. The basic 2-D experience is bad enough, but add 3-D into the equation and obnoxious folk have an instant reason to chatter throughout the picture. Perhaps thatâ��s why 3-D films have ...read the complete Journey to the Center of the Earth movie review at dvdfuture.com (R. L. Shaffer)

Worcester Telegram & Gazette (Daniel M. Kimmel)

Director Eric Brevig, moving from special effects supervisor to director here, easily integrates the people into the effects. He doesn't let the visuals overpower the character moments, although the temptation to do so must have been strong. As a result ...read the complete Journey to the Center of the Earth movie review at Worcester Telegram & Gazette (Daniel M. Kimmel)

Combustible Celluloid (Jeffrey M. Anderson)

Oscar-nominated visual effects man Eric Brevig (Men in Black, Pearl Harbor) makes his directorial debut with this family friendly, 3-D adventure, but instead of collapsing under thunderous CGI and fart jokes, Brevig crafts a delightfully retro ...read the complete Journey to the Center of the Earth movie review at Combustible Celluloid (Jeffrey M. Anderson)

Movie Habit (Marty Mapes)

Then again, if youâ��re ten years old, itâ��s probably all about the mine ride. ...read the complete Journey to the Center of the Earth movie review at Movie Habit (Marty Mapes)

NewsBlaze (Prairie Miller)

Oddly enough, the 3D in-your-face brushes with retro-futuristic deadly creatures are not the entire main course. Many of the engaging scenes can be enjoyed the old fashioned way, minus the special effects glasses, simply for the sheer infusion of wacky ...read the complete Journey to the Center of the Earth movie review at NewsBlaze (Prairie Miller)

Compuserve (Harvey S. Karten)

In the end, the materialistic teen discovers that the â��boringâ�� geology professor is his ideal father-substitute, the icy blonde thaws, throwing a few modest kisses to Trevor (extreme danger is natureâ��s Viagra), and Trevor funds his department with ...read the complete Journey to the Center of the Earth movie review at Compuserve (Harvey S. Karten)

Chicago Tribune (Michael Phillips)

'Journey to the Center of the Earth': 3-D-lightful remake worth the trip (expect less Jules Verne) ...read the complete Journey to the Center of the Earth movie review at Chicago Tribune (Michael Phillips)

Gazette (MD) (Jeffrey Lyles)

â��Journeyâ�� has all the fun of a Disney ride ...read the complete Journey to the Center of the Earth movie review at Gazette (MD) (Jeffrey Lyles)

Philadelphia Daily News (Gary Thompson)

Even without the 3-D, it's a fast-moving, old-fashioned boys' adventure romp, built for short attention spans and maximum popcorn consumption. ...read the complete Journey to the Center of the Earth movie review at Philadelphia Daily News (Gary Thompson)

Salt Lake Tribune (Sean Means)

Journey to the Center of the Earth is the perfect movie for our current $4-a-gallon gasoline crunch - because if you can't afford a vacation to your favorite theme park, this 3-D-extravaganza is the next best thing. ...read the complete Journey to the Center of the Earth movie review at Salt Lake Tribune (Sean Means)

Orlando Sentinel (Roger Moore)

'Journey to the Center of the Earth' a simple, family-fun flick ...read the complete Journey to the Center of the Earth movie review at Orlando Sentinel (Roger Moore)

Entertainment Weekly (Owen Gleiberman)

Wandering around the earth's stalactite-dripped core exerts a primal appeal even in a dumb kiddie joyride like this one. ...read the complete Journey to the Center of the Earth movie review at Entertainment Weekly (Owen Gleiberman)

Arizona Republic (Bill Goodykoontz)

Fraser, Anderson and Briem are all good, striking an easy bond with one another after some perfunctory hesitations. But the real star here is the pair of 3-D glasses you're handed when you walk into the theater. With them, Journey is a kick (if not much ...read the complete Journey to the Center of the Earth movie review at Arizona Republic (Bill Goodykoontz)

efilmcritic.com (Peter Sobczynski)

As those of you of a certain age with long memories and questionable taste in entertainment will recall, the early 1980â��s saw a brief revival of one of the silliest of all cinematic crazes--the miracle of 3-D projection. Thanks to the surprise success ...read the complete Journey to the Center of the Earth movie review at efilmcritic.com (Peter Sobczynski)

Groucho Reviews (Peter Canavese)

The young lads in your family will thank you for taking them, but I'm not sure about anyone else. ...read the complete Journey to the Center of the Earth movie review at Groucho Reviews (Peter Canavese)

WaffleMovies.com (Willie Waffle)

The four person writing team doesnâ��t make Journey to the Center of the Earth very challenging for the audience, because it relies on the tried, true, typical and trite plotlines, which leads to a kid friendly action movie with lots of theme park ...read the complete Journey to the Center of the Earth movie review at WaffleMovies.com (Willie Waffle)

PopMatters (Bill Gibron)

If you donâ��t anticipate too much, your expectations will be measured out and easily met. Go in expecting gangbusters, and youâ��ll see the lack of dimension - goofy glasses or not. ...read the complete Journey to the Center of the Earth movie review at PopMatters (Bill Gibron)

Daily Herald (IL) (Jeff Bayer)

They should have called this movie Journey and Escape because when they finally arrive at the center, they have to get going. There was no time to enjoy the wonder of it all. We get quick references to the classic novel, but really this is just an excuse ...read the complete Journey to the Center of the Earth movie review at Daily Herald (IL) (Jeff Bayer)

Las Vegas Weekly (Josh Bell)

Fraser proves again, after the Mummy movies (a third is coming next month), that he makes for a tolerable poor manâ��s Indiana Jones, but his acting still has only two dimensions. If you donâ��t have the chance to see the movie in all three, itâ��s ...read the complete Journey to the Center of the Earth movie review at Las Vegas Weekly (Josh Bell)

The Onion (A.V. Club) (Tasha Robinson)

Like its early predecessors, it's a nominally fun trip, but it's tissue-thin and instantly forgettable. ...read the complete Journey to the Center of the Earth movie review at The Onion (A.V. Club) (Tasha Robinson)

Christianity Today Movies (Peter T. Chattaway)

Given that the characters themselves wave copies of Jules Verne's book around, it is possible that the folks at Walden are hoping the film will inspire kids to pick up the book and read it for themselves. Or maybe they hope to inspire a new generation of ...read the complete Journey to the Center of the Earth movie review at Christianity Today Movies (Peter T. Chattaway)

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