Dumbo
Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures | Release Date: March 29, 2019
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marcmyworksJul 6, 2019
Dumbo is a cute film with an original story rather than a complete copy of the 1941 original masterpiece. Although the film loses a bit of magic because the animals don't speak, it still is heart warming enough to be enjoyable.
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moviemitch96Mar 30, 2019
So I didn't get around to rewatching the original 1941 animated film of this, so I won't really be able to compare the two here. However, I will say that from what little I do remember from the animated version, they did do a rather fine jobSo I didn't get around to rewatching the original 1941 animated film of this, so I won't really be able to compare the two here. However, I will say that from what little I do remember from the animated version, they did do a rather fine job of building upon the story and also adding to it and making it interesting and worthwhile with human characters, as there weren't really any in the animated version. It's got a stellar cast, including Colin Farrell, Michael Keaton, Eva Green, Danny DeVito, etc. all of whom give great performances. Furthermore, the visuals are a spectacle to behold, much like the circus and shows within the film. As for some minor cons, I wasn't sure what to think of the slightly darker tone in comparison to the animated version (though I should've known better since it's Tim Burton directing), but the more I think about it, the more I believe that his trademark style added a unique and worthwhile touch to the film for the most part, even if it did feel quite a bit like a sequel to 'Big Fish' often times (the fact that DeVito is in both films and Burton directed both only added to this feeling for me.) Overall, it's obviously nothing too fresh or new, and while I found it to be maybe not as solid as some of Disney's other live-action adaptations, it's still pretty dazzling and fun for the most part, making it just worthwhile enough.… Expand
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Trineo99Apr 8, 2019
First of all, baby Dumbo is the cutest thing ever and whenever he was on screen I only paid attention to him. The special effects team had to make a cute baby elephant with big ears and they did just that. Now the acting in this film could’veFirst of all, baby Dumbo is the cutest thing ever and whenever he was on screen I only paid attention to him. The special effects team had to make a cute baby elephant with big ears and they did just that. Now the acting in this film could’ve been better by certain people and others did their parts really well. One of those people was Colin Farrell, who played Holt Farrier. He stood out to me mainly because I really enjoyed his character and what he was going through and out of all of them I think he’s definitely the most relatable one. For the rest of the cast though I could tell they were trying but probably should’ve been recasted for example, Michael Keaton as V. A. Vandevere. I’ve seen Michael Keaton be a great actor in other works but this just didn’t suit him. The character seemed like it was created for Johnny Depp but Tim Burton couldn’t get him so he had to go with the second option. Also, I hate hating on kid actors because they’re kids but the daughter in this film was just bland. But then again this is her first movie ever so I’ll give her a break. I do love the set designs in this film though. I also love the message in this film and I think there’s actually two now that I think about it. Two things I would change if I could would be the pacing in the film and the ending. The pacing in this film felt slow until the end where it picked up way too quickly that it felt rushed. Which leads into how the ending was awkward and I didn’t feel like it was a good conclusion. In the end, Dumbo is a good kids film or for people who like Disney movies. For everybody else though it’s a slow burn at best.… Expand
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GLADIADORJun 3, 2019
Tem algumas referencias ao filme original de 1941, não é tão incrivel quanto o primeiro mais é um bom entreterimento
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bataguilaApr 2, 2019
Entretenida, la escena de los elefantes rosas con todo el preámbulo de esta es lo mejor y vale de la peli. Desafortunadamente los personajes humanos no son carismáticos, los villanos son malos pq si al final, cuando a Keaton es el personajeEntretenida, la escena de los elefantes rosas con todo el preámbulo de esta es lo mejor y vale de la peli. Desafortunadamente los personajes humanos no son carismáticos, los villanos son malos pq si al final, cuando a Keaton es el personaje emprendedor, innovador y visionario en pro del Circo. Es normal que Burton cuente su propia versión de personajes, lo hizo con Batman, guasón, gatubela y pingüino.… Expand
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Brando217Apr 12, 2019
Well, this Dumbo is quite a bit different from the original but it is quite entertaining. There are things some people won't like.
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DlrlmJul 19, 2019
Any movie that makes my son and I smile as much as we did. Will always get a ten in my books.
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NETMUSICApr 7, 2019
A magical and captivating remake/sequel to the 1946 original. Danny DeVito is especially fun and energetic in his role on screen!
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vebz_ukApr 16, 2019
This is a great movie and a light-hearted tale that would bring a lot of smiles on your face. My wife and I are both are 35+ adults with no kids and it managed to bring the inner kids out while enjoying it. The sets are 'huge' and 'big' andThis is a great movie and a light-hearted tale that would bring a lot of smiles on your face. My wife and I are both are 35+ adults with no kids and it managed to bring the inner kids out while enjoying it. The sets are 'huge' and 'big' and larger than life but that is the direction (and flaw) of Hollywood movies style in general, not this movie. The main character was well made, a memorable figure that has placed a soft corner in the heart. I personally don't think a comparison with the classic is right because the world,the audience has progressed 'a lot' and movie need to adjust to that.… Expand
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Adamrak14Apr 5, 2019
How can someone complain about lack of originality yet praise the fodder being released by Marvel year after year? This was a very sweet and emotional movie that was never boring and adapted the original in a very refreshing and exciting way.How can someone complain about lack of originality yet praise the fodder being released by Marvel year after year? This was a very sweet and emotional movie that was never boring and adapted the original in a very refreshing and exciting way. Tim Burton's style isn't for everyone but I recommend giving this movie a chance because it's definitely worth the watch if you're a long time fan of this classic.… Expand
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spongeswiftMar 30, 2019
It's about time we stop judging remakes based on their original counterparts... Disney's new Dumbo recreation is not only a technological marvel, it's a precious tale with heart and deep elements. The message of the original film still hasIt's about time we stop judging remakes based on their original counterparts... Disney's new Dumbo recreation is not only a technological marvel, it's a precious tale with heart and deep elements. The message of the original film still has failed to been heard and many horrible acts of torture exist on earth. This is why I was not mad about the plot pretty much being the same as it's animated counterpart. Anyways let's judge the actual movie for what it is. The film began pretty poorly to me, it's lousy editing and slow start discouraged me but that first flight gave me chills. The way they treated Dumbo's mom made my blood boil which means they really put shrill and real life elements into this flik. Danny Devito (Max Medici) and Nico Parker (Milly Farrier) were huge standouts to me. The heart and devotion they put into their characters was undeniable. Most of the other actors did amazing as well. It was hard to imagine them pulling off the dialogue as the original doesn't have much of it, but they do. But the third act is where the movie really peaked. I couldn't take my eyes away. It was so magnificent but horrifying at the same time. Overall this movie was good, the first 2 lousy acts were made up for with a magnificent finale.… Expand
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ahmedaiman1999Jul 8, 2019
Although I put it on the list of my top 10 most anticipated movies of the year, I can't deny that I was very skeptical about this. From the moment I knew that the original 1941 animated classic would made into a live-action film, I was reallyAlthough I put it on the list of my top 10 most anticipated movies of the year, I can't deny that I was very skeptical about this. From the moment I knew that the original 1941 animated classic would made into a live-action film, I was really worried how it would turn out. I mean, the beloved animated classic has a very simple story that could only work (at least as I thought) in an animation form. The original Dumbo alongside My Neighbor Totoro are the most "innocent" films I've seen in my life. Add to this the fact that it's directed by Tim Burton (one of my favourite filmmakers) whose adaptation of Alice in Wonderland wasn't the best thing it could be (although I liked it).

To my surprise (and a lot of people's, I reckon), Burton's rendering of Dumbo marks Burton's return to his creative, unique vision he's always been known for. I can see Burton here at his brilliant. The eccentric visual panache that distinguish Burton's works are evidently present here and not only for its own sake. Burton's imaginative visuals that leap off the screen, as Dumbo's cuteness do, also add to the storytelling a great deal.

What surprised me even more is when I found that this live-action remake isn't a "remake" per se. This is more like a movie that's inspired by the story of the original. Needless to say, the human characters here are way more richer and well-rounded than they were in the the animated film. Simply because: 1) most of them are new. 2) some of them are technically the protagonists of the story. And I can say that these characters are given a considerable amount of depth.

The villain, played by Michael Keaton, is a bit over-the-top, but I think Keaton put his touch on it, and made me forget about that for the most part. Eva Green is just fine as always. Colin Farrell is just great as always. Danny DeVito is just likable as always. All the actors did a fine job, except for Nico Parker whose acting rubbed me the wrong way as well as her infuriatingly stereotypical character.

Halfway through I thought the movie is pretty good, if certainly not as poignant and warm as the animated classic. At the third act, which is a bit overlong, the story became quite basic. It ends up treading very familiar territory. Even some characters have changed to fit the approach the movie took at the end, such as the villain who became even more over-the-top. For all that I couldn't help being less invested in the story, and the stretched denouement didn't help either. I also found how the things tuned out at the end a tad unsatisfying. And I believe that the moral at the end was slightly on-the-nose. That said, the messages that the movie conveys are well-woven into the fabric of the story. Mostly due to Burton's masterful visual storytelling techniques, including ingenious foreshadowing.

The CGI isn't as good as I expected. I wasn't looking for something like what I saw in Favreau's The Jungle Book, but I hoped the rest of the animals would look as good as the elephants do, Dumbo in particular. Because if there is only one thing Burton did better than Favreau, it would be making the lovely baby elephant Dumbo as realistic as it's agonizingly cute. But unfortunately the CGI in general looks a bit outdated in comparison to what Hollywood has achieved in the recent years.

All in all, I loved this version of Dumbo so much. And I think it's one of the best live-action remakes Disney has made so far. Also, now I can be pretty optimistic about Tim Burton's upcoming projects after I was quite disappointed from Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children.

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ThisIsActing100Apr 11, 2019
This film has done its job. He is very sweet and kind and causes pleasant feelings. In the film, only the children's acting is bad. An elephant flies before you, and you only opened your eyes wide!
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oofmadMar 30, 2019
I think that the movie should have a wayyy higher score. There's constantly new plots, and it does a great job at showing both sides of the story, so instead of "surprise, this happened", you become very invested and scared of what mightI think that the movie should have a wayyy higher score. There's constantly new plots, and it does a great job at showing both sides of the story, so instead of "surprise, this happened", you become very invested and scared of what might happen. You get to see the movie from alot of perspectives, and you really live into the characters. Changing this and not getting the viewers stuck in one side of the story is really hard, but they did a great job with it.… Expand
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tropicAcesMar 29, 2019
It’s simple, cute and fun. I think I actually like these Disney live-action redos better when they take liberties and aren’t shot-for-shot remakes...
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manningn15Apr 2, 2019
This is one of my favorite movies of 2019, one of my favorite Disney movies, and one of my favorite movies of all time. This is not as good as the original but it still is pretty amazing. The acting was stupendous especially from ColinThis is one of my favorite movies of 2019, one of my favorite Disney movies, and one of my favorite movies of all time. This is not as good as the original but it still is pretty amazing. The acting was stupendous especially from Colin Farrell, Nicole N. Parker, Danny DeVito, Eva Green, Michael Keaton, Finley Hobbins, Deobia Oparei, and Sharon Rooney. The animation and visuals were spectacular especially Dumbo and the scenes where people were flying on him but the monkey was the only thing that didn't look totally real and believable. The costume designs were terrific especially Eva Greens costumes. The writing and screenplay were good but not great. Overall I really loved this movie not as much as the original but still I really loved it.… Expand
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veshchesMar 31, 2019
It was actually better than I thought it would be. If you like Tim Burton films then you will be satisfied. We saw Dumbo in a 4DX theater. I would give that experience 5 out of 10. Most of the time the seat shaking just took me out of theIt was actually better than I thought it would be. If you like Tim Burton films then you will be satisfied. We saw Dumbo in a 4DX theater. I would give that experience 5 out of 10. Most of the time the seat shaking just took me out of the film. The wind and tickle effects were really neat. They usually came at times that added to your surprise or experience of the scene.… Expand
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Potzer01Apr 1, 2019
Thought this retelling was great. Removed the racist overtones, laughed, cryed, flew. What else could you ask for?
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joegernautApr 1, 2019
I will not see anything that is not 3D ! we loved it and got to see it in 3D ! The trailers ruined all the supersizes but it was still great . I just wish that 3D wasn't so hard to find . No 3D NO SELL !I will not see anything that is not 3D ! we loved it and got to see it in 3D ! The trailers ruined all the supersizes but it was still great . I just wish that 3D wasn't so hard to find . No 3D NO SELL ! .… Expand
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DerekReideMar 29, 2019
In all basicness, 'Dumbo' is, arguably, the best Disney live action film. Before I go deeper, I just want to state a disclaimer, that being, I'm not fond of the live action remakes of classic Disney tales. 'Dumbo' blows it out of the parkIn all basicness, 'Dumbo' is, arguably, the best Disney live action film. Before I go deeper, I just want to state a disclaimer, that being, I'm not fond of the live action remakes of classic Disney tales. 'Dumbo' blows it out of the park this time with Tim Burton's artistic and creative visual thoughts coming out onto the screen in shots so clean and pure. The story, very faithful to the Disney original, with the exception of one scene. The characters, yes a lot of them are human, but it's live action (touche to Disney). To an emotional scale, I am not one to actually break out in tears in the theater, being I'm very thick-skinned when watching a movie, but 'Dumbo' takes the very first time I broke out crying when "Baby Mine" is played. The scene itself, from the emotion, piling on itself numerous times in a matter of thirty seconds, just completes the movie, even though it's not even halfway through. So in all, 'Dumbo', to me, that is Disney. I look at Disney movies as somewhat of a checklist, emotional? Check. Witty and creative? Check. Family-friendly? Check. 10/10.… Expand
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cag345Mar 29, 2019
It is a bit unthinkable that one of the best adaptations of Disney classics is Dumbo. An animated film with a short duration and not always charming in the plot, that now in this new adaptation embodies the mystical and the magic that DisneyIt is a bit unthinkable that one of the best adaptations of Disney classics is Dumbo. An animated film with a short duration and not always charming in the plot, that now in this new adaptation embodies the mystical and the magic that Disney wants to project. Until now, many of the films turned out to be only replicas of their animated classics without reporting anything special in them. Yes, Disney may want to captivate a new public using the tools they used years ago, but it is not entirely fair not to innovate in the frames and only get to limit themselves to the superficial of their previous proposals.

Dumbo is simply wonderful in every technical sense. Tim Burton is undoubtedly a master of inventiveness and imagination since the world created in this movie is simply spectacular. We know a director who is not always conventional and he surprises us with his films in terms of the plot and the effects, but here in Dumbo, I find it fascinating as he is a retailer and how honest his proposal is. It never feels like a movie without a heart. It is movable without really striving for it. On the other hand, the entire cast glimpses and the CGI used for Dumbo is first class.

Hopefully, the next adaptations of Disney are at the level of this movie.… Expand
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BasilZeroJan 28, 2020
Tim Burton returns to the Disney Vault after making two live action films for Alice in Wonderland. Just like in those two movies, Dumbo (2019)'s visual design was amazingly done typical of Tim Burton's designs and experience. The storyTim Burton returns to the Disney Vault after making two live action films for Alice in Wonderland. Just like in those two movies, Dumbo (2019)'s visual design was amazingly done typical of Tim Burton's designs and experience. The story changes and the new characters in my opinion actually made the overall movie a great experience and comparable to the original animated film. There were a lot of Easter eggs and references to it which were great. I highly recommend watching it.… Expand
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Moviereviewer15Mar 30, 2019
Hmmm.
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Voodoo123Oct 15, 2019
+Excellent cast
+The production value is there on the screen
+Some interesting action set pieces +Far less sombre than the reviews implied -Some very two dimensional villains I went in expecting to not enjoy this and instead came away very+Excellent cast
+The production value is there on the screen
+Some interesting action set pieces
+Far less sombre than the reviews implied
-Some very two dimensional villains

I went in expecting to not enjoy this and instead came away very impressed. This is Tim Burton firing on all cylinders with all the tools in his belt fully mastered. I expected the visual effects to be exceptional but the writing was the real star. I was pleased by the beating heart of humanity at the centre of the movies story and the combination of this in conjunction with the superb talent (incl exceptional production team) really puts the movie ahead of its own concept. While it goes without saying this wasn't intended for very young children, I'd say this is fine to watch in a family setting. If you are in any way a fan of Burton's back catalogue you owe it to yourself to give Dumbo a chance!… Expand
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Davrosdaleks1Mar 30, 2019
This remake of the classic Disney animated is very entertaining and fantastic in parts, but like most recent Tim Burton movies suffers from plotting and pacing issues.

Taking place post-World War I, the remake focuses on the old timey worldThis remake of the classic Disney animated is very entertaining and fantastic in parts, but like most recent Tim Burton movies suffers from plotting and pacing issues.

Taking place post-World War I, the remake focuses on the old timey world of the circus, both travelling and a big Coney Island-type. This is one of the strongest parts of the film. Burton has used circuses or circus imagery a few times before and he expresses a real love for the business.

Given that circuses are currently phasing out elephants due to health and safety concerns for the animals, you may be worried whether a movie about circus elephants could be a little tone depth. They do address this and animal activists should be pleased with the ending, although I think the whole subject could've been addressed a little more clearly.

Whereas the original film focused on the animal characters, this one focuses on human circus folk, which given that this is live action, makes sense. Also, the original was a little over an hour, so you have to expect the creators to look toward more content to work with. Fans of the first one may be disappointed that there are no talking animals and that Dumbo's pal Timothy J. Mouse basically has a cameo. However, I give Burton and screenwriter Ehren Krueger credit for trying to give the audience something a little different. In regard to Timothy, in the original book Dumbo's friend was a robin, so this isn't like the first time the Dumbo story has been altered.

The entire troupe of the Medici Bros. Circus, a varied cast, serve as a decent emotional backbone as they struggle with waning profits and unite in support for their fondness of Dumbo. (Though the plot isn't helped by the fact that in 2019, the creators still thought it would be funny to see the circus' overweight member frequently eating.) Danny Devito is the MVP of the film as the comical struggling circus owner. Colin Farrell also makes a good, strong lead as a one-armed veteran and widower returning from war to raise his kids.

Visually, this is one of Burton's best efforts, which is saying something. Seriously, there are moments of pure artistry here. The large circus is such a fully realized setting of fantastic imagery. Though the director is known for a particular, and by now predictable, style, he manages to make the movie still look different from his other films. I even heard Burton's costume designer made a conscious effort to avoid striped clothing, which his movies are known for. The costumes evoke a fantasy old world feel. The film has an interesting color scheme that emphasizes red and blue. The general design is in fact a little more lighthearted than other Burton movies.

Still, Burton is generally a stronger visual guy than a story guy and it shows here. There are sections where pacing and plotting are a little iffy. Exhibition moments can be a little dull. The sinister machinations of circus entrepreneur V.A. Vandevere (played by Michael Keaton) are very predictable, not to mention too cartoonish for their own good, yet the movie takes too long to set them up. The subplot of Farrell's character trying to reconnect with and raise his two children and the entire family's dealing with their grief doesn't quite take off from the runway as not enough appropriate emotional weight is given.

The negative reaction to Dumbo's large ears by most people before he starts flying is a little too over-the-top. I mean oddities at a circus aren't uncommon. You go there to see stuff like that. Why is a large eared elephant something to get worked up about?

The plotting concerns mostly lie within the first two thirds of the movie. The action-packed finale really delivers the goods, and there is an emotionally satisfying wrap-up.

Nico Parker who plays Farrell's daughter gives a rather lackluster performance. Although, I don't know if this is the actress' fault or the direction as the character is supposed to be a brainy logical type and Nico seems to do okay with the rare moments where she has emotional beats. Keaton does a good job with his character's physical movements, but he is hampered with using a weird sort of gravelly voice. Alan Arkin has a small part as a banker whose dialogue feels like he's from a different movie entirely. The computer animation for the elephants never quite works. You can tell they're never really there. There is something not quite right about Dumbo's big blue eyes, either.

In general I was entertained, but I found some parts slow. I think this is something people should see but maybe as a background film. Children will probably be more forgiven of this and be entranced by Dumbo and the visuals.… Expand
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