Preview: The Adventures of Tintin (2011)

Synopsis:

The first film in a planned trilogy by director Steven Spielberg and producer Peter Jackson tells the story of a young investigative reporter whose curiosity gets him caught up in a massive adventure.

• Poster: B

Review:

Unafraid of the dark, Spielberg's poster adds a bit of mysteriousness to the film that should help draw curiosity seekers to the theater.

• Trailer: B; B

Review:

With all the hubbub surrounding this film, I expected something more compelling. Sure the effects look pretty spectacular, but there's not enough of a story here to be able to tell if the film itself will be worth the effort.

Without re-watching the first trailer, this seems incredibly similar. It's still going to be effective in selling the film even if the humor grates after watching it a few times.

Oscar Prospects:

After motion captures was deemed ineligible for the Animated Feature Oscar, Spielberg's film will have to compete in a number of other categories including Best Picture, Best Visual Effects, Best Sound Mixing and Best Sound Editing as well as possibly even Best Adapted Screenplay and Best Original Score.

Release Date:

• December 21, 2011

Full Review Synopsis:

I have not seen this film.

-Wesley Lovell (May 29, 2011) Original

-Wesley Lovell (December 18, 2011) New Trailer; New Release Date (changed from 12/23/11)