Review: "The Adventures of Tintin"

I already watched this film once, and for watching it again, I said "Why the heck not?" This film is an animated masterpiece, and you will see the reasons why in this review.

The animation definitely is something to write home about. It looks almost real, and it split a line right down the middle of critics. However, I fairly enjoy it. It was incredible for 2011, and it's still incredible all the way in 2021, almost a decade later. The characters may cross into the uncanny valley a bit, but it's still breathtaking nonetheless.

I'm always looking for some nice action in a film, and with this one, it delivered. Everything is on-point, especially the ship fight scene, which looks exhilarating. The story is also compelling, and although it can feel a bit cliche at times, it still draws you in. Steven Spielberg really drew from the Indiana Jones franchise for this film, because both have the same fun and adventurous tone.

The voice cast is magnificent. Jamie Bell is a good pick for young reporter (and adventurer) Tintin, but Andy Serkis is the real human standout, with his edgy role as Captain Haddock, and Mr. Bond himself Daniel Craig is also noteworthy for his role as the vengeful Sakharine. Simon Pegg and Nick Frost, who have starred side-by-side in multiple films together, play none other than the goofy police duo Thompson and Thomson. The humor in this film usually hits many more times than it misses, with Haddock and Thompson and Thomson delivering all the human laughs. However, the overall standout of this all is Tintin's faithful dog Snowy, and whether it's reaching for sandwiches instead of keys or biting gun-wielding villains, he does it all and will keep you thoroughly entertained.

All in all, The Adventures of Tintin is a successful first foray in animation for director Steven Spielberg, delivering crisp visuals, an action-packed story, and a wonderful voice cast.

RATING: 9/10