Pete's Dragon update feed
"Disney really are into something with their live action remakes. After the delightful Jungle book, it is time for Pete's Dragon to get the live action reboot. However, the original Jungle Book still holds well today while the 70's Pete's Dragon has not aged really well in comparison and was not considered a jewel crown in the Disney film catalogue to begin with so a remake was a good idea. This movie is refreshingly simple. It's about a lost little boy and his pet Dragon who get their little wor"
" Director: David Lowery Cinematographer: Bojan Bazelli Other Images "
"An unapologetic kid-friendly film that manages to appeal to both kids and adults by being charming, sweet, and having impressive visual effects. 8.7/10"
"When: August 18th First-Time Viewing: Yes. How: In theaters. What'd I Think?: Charming, delightful, wonderful family treat. My Rating: 9/10 Other Notes: NA."
"Remake of: Pete's Dragon (1977) Original score: 50% Remake score: 88% Difference: 38%"
" First Viewing Viewing Date: August 16th Via: Cinema Plot: The adventures of an orphaned boy named Pete and his best friend Elliot, who just so happens to be a dragon."
"A safe by the numbers family film which was the problem. Rather boring and none of the humans beyond the boy himself had anything to them except for a single character trait, were completely uninteresting. Honestly I'd rather watch Iron Giant, a very similar type film which was handled much better with a better strange friend, better friends and better storytelling."
"SCREENING: 3D, Q&A (Bryce Dallas Howard), Film Funday, Preview DATE: July 31st CINEMA: BFI LOCATION: Southbank"
"Tomatometer Guess: 65%. Actual Score: 86%. Though paint-by-numbers and somewhat dependent on cliches, Pete's Dragon is a well acted and at times moving update of the original film."
" Worldwide Release Dates 2 points Lists A.M.A: (#9)"