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Sep 24, 2015 - 12:35 PM
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Francis
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A mentor of mine, Thomas Ackerman, shot this film and has shared some wonderful stories about the experience in the past. I for one actually like the film a lot - It has a strong heart that's lightyears ahead of most of its brethren. Having the same actor play both the deranged hunter and Alan Parrish's father was a wonderful thematic touch. Few "family" films go to such lengths, but it also doesn't clobber you over the head either. I'm not saying it's CITIZEN KANE or anything but as far as Hollywood adventure films aimed mostly at children are concerned, this is vastly better piece of filmmaking and storytelling. And it's often very dark as well, tonally-speaking, and while the CG hasn't aged brilliantly the FX work elsewhere and production design are very good. As with JURASSIC PARK there's a smart coalescence of CG and practical FX.
Horner's score works well in the film, and indeed is more occupied with the human story than the spectacles elsewhere. That said, I'd be lying if I called it either one of his stronger efforts or one I visit very often. Some scores that work a peach in context just don't make spectacular stand-alone listening, and for me this is one of those. The crazy monkey music is way too chaotic for me personally to boot.
I agree with everything you said. I wouldn't call it Citizen Kane either but it delivered the goods and did what it set out to do, entertain you. Sure, some of the special effects look dated, but there's still lots to marvel at. I recently caught the movie on tv again and got into it again. With both James Horner and Robin Williams' brilliance having left us, I watched the movie in a different way, admiring and appreciating the performances (what is left behind) even more.
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This score seemed very average back then, but I wish they still made them like this nowadays.
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