Finding Neverland

Finding Neverland

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Most people know the story of Peter Pan, the boy who refused to grow up. Director Marc Forster's (MONSTER'S BALL) FINDING NEVERLAND delves deeper, depicting a fictionalized account of the family and events that inspired the classic tale. At the turn of the 20th Century, Scottish playwright J.M. Barrie's (Johnny Depp) latest play in London has flopped almost as badly as his marriage to stature-seeking Mary (Radha Mitchell). During one of his frequent excursions to the park with his dog, Barrie meets four young boys and their recently widowed mother, Sylvia Llewelyn Davies (Kate Winslet). Soon Barrie becomes a frequent playmate to the children, using the boys' imagination to take them on fanciful adventures. He also becomes a friend and confidante to the overwhelmed Sylvia, much to the dismay of her overbearing mother (Julie Christie). Barrie's active imagination and interaction with the family inspires "Peter Pan," a play that celebrates the child in everyone and the importance of believing in fantasies a...

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Key Information

Marc Forster
Johnny Depp
Dustin Hoffman
Dramas
Romances
PG (MPAA)
VHS
786936261769
2004
1hr 41min

Languages

French (Dubbed)
English

Credits

David Magee

Professional Reviews

(12/01/2004, p.103, Stephen Farber): "Winslet brims with warmth, and Julie Christie gives a tart performance....All the actors benefit from the sensitive hand of director Marc Forster..."

Product Reviews

Enchantment in the Land of Grief: Finding Neverland Mar 13, 2009
4.00 4/5.0
Pros:
Depp and excellent supporting cast; emotional tone; score; cinematography and costumes
Cons:
A difficult film for children who nonetheless might feel drawn to it

Review: A film that beautifully explores imagination and creative inspiration in the midst of grief.

Sentimental but nonetheless wrenching! Excellent exploration of artistic creation. Sep 26, 2008
5.00 5/5.0
Pros:
Outstanding performances and a nice look at how art is inspired and created.
Cons:
It's a manipulative tear-jerker...but so well done we welcome the manipulation!

Review: It's nice to have a movie this rich and mature that can also be enjoyed by older children.  Share it with the family.

Johnny Depp As Peter Pan Author J.M. Barrie Aug 26, 2008
4.00 4/5.0
Pros:
Johnny Depp, Freddie Highmore, Kate Winslet, Radha Mitchell
Cons:
None

Review: I would recommend this movie to anyone who loves a good drama.

An Adult Movie, in the Good Sense Oct 3, 2006
4.00 4/5.0
Pros:
A nice slice-of-history movie, well acted, beautifully designed, squeaky clean.
Cons:
Seems a little slow at times, emotions played very low-key.

Review: A good low-key movie dealing with the theme of maturity, fine acting and beautiful design, very intelligent and literate script.

Neverland ahoy, Cap'n! Sep 14, 2006
4.00 4/5.0
Pros:
acting, storyline, cinematography
Cons:
schmaltzy

Review: I guess I'm just a softie at heart.

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