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LeZeeDec 24, 2016

The innocent peculiar children versus the monstrous peculiar adults.

I thought it should have been a Steven Spielberg film, but he would have compromised on the visually frightening negative characters. Particularly from the littleThe innocent peculiar children versus the monstrous peculiar adults.

I thought it should have been a Steven Spielberg film, but he would have compromised on the visually frightening negative characters. Particularly from the little children's angle who are the regular target audience for a theme like this. Even in his recent 'The BFG', you know how the giants were portrayed. So Tim Burton was the right choice and he did his best. But not everybody agrees on that, even I was slightly disappointed. I mean technically it sounded so awesome, but the story was not that impressive. Because of too familiarity, except the peculiar characters.

It was based on the young adult book of the same name. The story of a boy named Jake. After his grandfather's murder, he goes to Wales to find the children from an island home about the stories he had heard when he was a little. He discovers they are intentionally stuck in a time loop to avoid their enemies from striking them. But what they feared is about the come true, so now how they plan to defeat after half a century hiding from them is to be told in the rest of the segment.

As a children's film fan, I wanted to like it, but not fully satisfied. It was a two hour long film, the first half was an introduction that we saw everything from its trailers and teasers. So I lost interest in those parts, but once the clash between the good and bad had began, the film started to give something new. Again the final battle at the fair should have been designed better. I thought Samuel L. Jackson was not untilised well.

The major issue with the film was the narration not trying to take a big step in the story development. Felt like they are aiming for a sequel, so they are avoiding to give out everything in here itself. Similar to the first 'Twilight' film, which was too boring drama. It is almost out of the big screen now and the rating further going to drop. The film critics bashed it, but seems most of the people and film fanatics enjoyed it. I hope they will make 'Hallow City' and I'll be waiting for that.

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FuturedirectorNov 7, 2016

Tim Burton's Miss Peregrine's home for peculiar children sacrifise's the main escense of the orignal book, but it's still conserving the heart, adventure, surprising story-telling, unforgettable characters and tension-full moments, despiteTim Burton's Miss Peregrine's home for peculiar children sacrifise's the main escense of the orignal book, but it's still conserving the heart, adventure, surprising story-telling, unforgettable characters and tension-full moments, despite its some kind of dull beginning.… Expand

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WhiskeyStoriesJan 11, 2018

Dull and surprisingly quite banal. Thinking about this film makes me quite angry, because it made my apprehensions true, that Tim Burton has completely lost his touch. He hasn't made a quality live-action film since Sweeny Todd, and thatDull and surprisingly quite banal. Thinking about this film makes me quite angry, because it made my apprehensions true, that Tim Burton has completely lost his touch. He hasn't made a quality live-action film since Sweeny Todd, and that might even be stretching it. The source material is not that amazing, but Burton in his prime probably could have made it great. The only good that Miss Peregrine offers is very few sparks of true originality very far between and an enjoyable performance by Eva Green.… Expand

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rn42594Jun 25, 2018

I watched the movie because the premise seemed interesting. Unfortunately, the directors, producers, and cast failed to truly captivate my attention. The plot isn't well developed or explained. I'm sure the book was more thrilling than this.

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Rebecca31Oct 1, 2016

I once was a Tim Burton obsessive so yes I went to see this kids movie. Although to call it a kids movie is a bit of a stretch as it's wonderfully dark so you've been warned. Most of this feels like you're in one of Tim Burton's dreams (orI once was a Tim Burton obsessive so yes I went to see this kids movie. Although to call it a kids movie is a bit of a stretch as it's wonderfully dark so you've been warned. Most of this feels like you're in one of Tim Burton's dreams (or nightmares), add a little bit of Eva Green, some kid actors that they must have found off the street, a cameo from Judi Dench and Samuel L. Jackson overacting his way through every single scene. There's no real heart in this film, it's got enough weirdness to keep you entertained for two hours but that's about it. Far from Burton's best but it's not his worst either. So to sum up it can best be described as "meh, it’s alright." A lukewarm recommendation.… Expand

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TVJerryOct 3, 2016

Think of this as a kinder, gentler X-Men: These children have mutant powers, but not as cool or as useful. Asa Butterfield is a teen who discovers these unusual creatures that live in "time loops." While the setup shows potential, the payoffThink of this as a kinder, gentler X-Men: These children have mutant powers, but not as cool or as useful. Asa Butterfield is a teen who discovers these unusual creatures that live in "time loops." While the setup shows potential, the payoff is pretty flat. There are only occasional glimpses of their gifts and too much dull dialogue. There is an "adventure" that enlists of all them in a fight against evil creatures, but it's lacking in excitement or originality. The fantastical flourishes or visual inventiveness that you'd expect from director Tim Burton are lacking. The whole thing is a relatively flat rendition of the book.… Expand

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ScraperOct 6, 2016

Burton is just trying too hard anymore. There's no more human dialogue or action. Everything has to be incredibly magical or absurd. From Batman to Edward Scissorhands, the concept that made those movies great was the contrast between realityBurton is just trying too hard anymore. There's no more human dialogue or action. Everything has to be incredibly magical or absurd. From Batman to Edward Scissorhands, the concept that made those movies great was the contrast between reality and fantasy. Also, did you ever notice that everyone cast for Burton films now has to have the largest, beautifully colored eyes? He needs to knock that off. It's not enchanting. It's retarded. Poor guy. He's another in a long line of artists who has become a caricature of himself.… Expand

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Ming120Oct 9, 2016

I watched this movie without reading the book, and so I had to judge this movie based on entertainment value alone. I was not disappointed. The plot is full of intriguing twists that just grips you right from the beginning, and theI watched this movie without reading the book, and so I had to judge this movie based on entertainment value alone. I was not disappointed. The plot is full of intriguing twists that just grips you right from the beginning, and the characters are all fascinating.

The drawback is that many of the characters are could have been fleshed out a little bit more. Additionally, I feel that the climax of the movie was a bit rushed, and somewhat underwhelming. And yeah, there are certain bits of the movie that made absolutely no sense, but it is one of those story lines where making sense isn't really the point.

Overall, the movie was a fun experience and is worth watching with family and loved ones.… Expand

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Brent_MarchantOct 2, 2016

Though a little slow to start, Tim Burton's latest cinematic fable is full of macabre fun, splendid visuals and subtly effective metaphors. Admittedly, the pacing in the first hour needs a little quickening (which could have been accomplishedThough a little slow to start, Tim Burton's latest cinematic fable is full of macabre fun, splendid visuals and subtly effective metaphors. Admittedly, the pacing in the first hour needs a little quickening (which could have been accomplished with some astute editing) and the screenplay could stand a little tidying, but there's much to like here, especially in the areas in which the director traditionally excels. Have fun with this one, and don't forget to look closely at some of the details -- you just might be surprised at what you find.… Expand

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SteelthoughtsOct 4, 2016

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This film is mash-up of X-Men, Groundhog Day and The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask where the main character permanently has a Lens of Truth implemented in his eyeballs and the Slender Man makes several cameos. And ... that's the entire film. I hope you enjoyed it! As for me, as I saw too many recycled concepts, in addition to the storyline being rushed at several points, making it impossible to keep track of what was going on ... I wish I had passed. And last but not least, this is yet again ... a film where Allison Janney makes a super unnotable cameo ... but hey, she got paid, so all's good.… Expand

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Candace_djOct 9, 2016

I found the story to be boring at times and the movie to be lacking in heart. Visually it was outstanding. My expectations were met with disappointment.

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Jess_HillOct 2, 2016

I'll preface this with the fact that I read the book a few days ago, so the very significant differences between book and film are very fresh, and as such, vastly more annoying. Regardless, this was a disappointing film which, sadly, beganI'll preface this with the fact that I read the book a few days ago, so the very significant differences between book and film are very fresh, and as such, vastly more annoying. Regardless, this was a disappointing film which, sadly, began with promise. Green is exceptional as always, but the pacing drags, the rest of the cast are lacklustre, and the second half is abysmal. The character design is well executed, and the visual aesthetic is more restrained and refined than other recent Burton films, which was pleasing to see. This might be more enjoyable if you haven't read the novel, though I suspect that it wouldn't be by much. 4.37/10… Expand

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Muskrat147Oct 3, 2016

Though dazzling in every sense of the word, Miss Peregrine's loses its narrative balance early on, and ends up being nothing more than a boring, uninspired, rocky adaptation of its source material.

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StevieGJDOct 20, 2016

I wanted to like this movie. While Tim Burton is an uneven director, he certainly has a unique vision and sense of visual style. I liked Asa Butterfield in Hugo and Ender's Game; he is good here too. Eva Green is striking and is fine inI wanted to like this movie. While Tim Burton is an uneven director, he certainly has a unique vision and sense of visual style. I liked Asa Butterfield in Hugo and Ender's Game; he is good here too. Eva Green is striking and is fine in the film. The acting is mostly pretty good. The art direction is really good. But the story or the way it is edited lets the film down. It starts really slowly and takes a while to get to it. Then it rushes through the interesting parts to get to the action scenes in the final act. There is not enough character development, literally none with many characters. This could have been much better. As it is, it was just ok.… Expand

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Tss5078Oct 5, 2016

Another best selling teen fantasy novel hits the big screen and thanks to Tim Burton, it's a big success albeit a little strange. The story centers around a boy named Jake (Asa Butterfield), whose grandfather always told him these strangeAnother best selling teen fantasy novel hits the big screen and thanks to Tim Burton, it's a big success albeit a little strange. The story centers around a boy named Jake (Asa Butterfield), whose grandfather always told him these strange stories. The whole family thought he was a little off and no one put much stock in them, until one day his grandfather is attacked, and Jake sees things that he can't explain. Jake decides the only way to get the answers he seeks is to find out if the stories of Miss Peregrine and her school are real, so with his father's assistance, he travels to Wales to find them, and begins the adventure of a lifetime. Even without Tim Burton's unique twist and strange characters this story is extremely original and more than carries it's weight, but the visual elements certainly help, especially when it comes to bringing in the young audiences. As for the stars, Eva Green is your typical Tim Burton casting job, while she doesn't jump off the pages to the screen as Miss Peregrine, she does fit the role in the way Johnny Deep did in the Chocolate Factory or Michael Keaton did in Beetlejuice. She was an important part of the story, but she wasn't the whole story. The real star of the show to me was Asa Butterfield as Jake. His character does jump off the page directly to screen, as Butterfield gives one hell of a performance. Butterfield has been acting since the rip old age of nine, and almost every role he's had has been a leading role. There's a reason for that, and as with Hugo, The Boy In The Stripped Pajamas, and Ender's Game, he proves why yet again in this film. Miss Peregrine is a terrific book, that honestly shouldn't work well as a film, but when you add Tim Burton and his eccentricities, the experience of Samuel L. Jackson, & the raw talent of Asa Buttefield to the mix, you get a unique and special film, that while not the same as the book, it's just as good in a different kind of way.… Expand

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SpangleNov 6, 2016

Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children is an absolutely wild film with a suitably outrageous ending. Fitting Tim Burton's narrative and visual style perfectly, this film tells a story of a world in which people with "peculiarities"Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children is an absolutely wild film with a suitably outrageous ending. Fitting Tim Burton's narrative and visual style perfectly, this film tells a story of a world in which people with "peculiarities" exist. However, this world is under attack from "bad peculiars" who seek immortality. A pretty typical set-up masked by an unusual setting and unusual characters, the film still proves to be a unique treat. If nothing else, it is the most realistic portrayal of Florida ever put to film.

Focusing on Jake (Asa Butterfield), a seemingly ordinary kid who comes to learn his peculiarity, which he inherited from his grandfather Abe (Terence Stamp). As a child, Abe told Jake stories about Miss Peregrine (Eva Green) and all of the children under her care in a remote island in Wales. By the time he passes, it is time for Jake to take over protecting Miss Peregrine and the children with his unique and peculiar ability to see monsters. As they are invisible to everyone else, this skill is invaluable when defending the children from the "bad peculiars".

Though its general plot seems relatively new, it does nothing truly inventive with this set up. Good versus evil, boy meets girl, big fight at the end, conflict, conflict, and more conflict. Even its time loop element is hardly unique and the film more than likely violates every rule it sets forth regarding time loops, making one wonder why they even bothered in the first place. The beginning takes too long and there is a moment where Miss Peregrine is talking to Jake in the garden and I realized just how much the opening drags. The battle can be a little over-the-top and silly. The ending is rushed and wildly predictable, while adding unnecessary details. Asa Butterfield is quite bad in the lead role with some lines coming out worse than others. Getting words out of his mouth is like squeezing a nearly empty ketchup bottle, just trying to get that last drop out. In other words, it is like his mouth fights against the words.

All of that said, I quite enjoyed it. It is simply a wildly imperfect film. The final battle, though over-the-top, fits in with the wild narrative and the moral of the story here - bravery - is quite nicely handled. Even better, all of the peculiar children are utilized in the battle and before the film. I heard some criticism towards a lack of focus on many of the children and this is true, though everyone does get their moment in the spotlight. When you see what some of these kids can do, it also does prove to be a very nice surprise. This film also has a very intriguing world that is worthy of further exploration with a lot at play and, though unoriginal in how it uses its world, the world itself is incredibly original. Burton and writer Jane Goldman do a great job putting the world created by Ransom Riggs on film and instilling it with this weird, fun, and youthful energy. The concept of time loops is one that certainly demands further attention and the film does a good job at evoking a sense of mystery with everything it reveals to Jake and the audience about this world.

Even better than all of those positives, however, is the special effects. A true visual treat, though this one is far less grounded in plotting than Burton's past films, its visuals are still top-notch. The sequence from the trailer of the girl blowing air to remove water from a shipwreck is simply incredible, but really most of the special effects are terrific in this film. It really causes a true suspension of disbelief and creates a sense of wonder when the film shows what tricks it has hidden up its sleeves.

As a whole, Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children has proven to be an incredibly divisive film. The critiques are not wrong and the film is greatly flawed. Burton's films previously had a sense of being weird and fantastical, yet still eminently real and authentic. They occurred in the real world to otherwise average people. This film, however, is simply just weird. However, it is just as enchanting as his past works and welcomes you with open arms to delight in the peculiarity of the world of this film. Thus, while not as good as his past works, the film remains a delight to behold and experience in spite of its many faults.… Expand

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NerdConsultantOct 17, 2016

If there is one thing I can say about Miss Perigrines Home For Peculiar Children, it’s that I like it. Most of my knowledge of the book is coming from second hand information, so I really can’t judge it as an adaptation, but as it stands, itIf there is one thing I can say about Miss Perigrines Home For Peculiar Children, it’s that I like it. Most of my knowledge of the book is coming from second hand information, so I really can’t judge it as an adaptation, but as it stands, it was pretty good. I had some good characters, good writing for the most part and it had some pretty good effects. It kind of fails at sticking to some of the rules it establishes and it has an ending that I didn’t feel completely worked, but as it stands, those are nit picks and I would really recommend seeing the film. I really hope it gets some sequels based on the rest of the books. This isn’t one of Tim Burton’s classics like Nightmare Before Christmas, Batman, Big Fish, Edward Scissorhands or Beetlejuice but it’s a good film nonetheless. It’s a nice film and I can really see it being a future Halloween classic.… Expand

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yezoOct 18, 2016

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. First of all, I have to say I really enjoy the movie. And I would recommend you to watch it.
Although I have a few criticisms about the movie, it is how I think to make the movie better.
I really enjoy the concept of the movie, which is quite brilliant, it is like the combination of Harry Potter and X-man, maybe a bit of Matrix.
It is interesting to include time travel in the plot but it can be challenging when paradox is involved. And the mechanics of how the children survive in different timeline are not very well explained. After I watched the movie, there are confusions left behind. Even I had a chat with my friends about the movie, there are plots that are not really making whole lots of sense.
It is always a good feeling have a happy ending but it differs from the novel which might make the sequel plot different if there is a sequel.… Expand

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TLHGOct 1, 2016

So, Tim Burton`s X-Men is a pretty decent movie. I am a complete ignorant about the book series, so my perspective is blind to whatever the books guard and the film neglects. With that in mind, the story is pretty intriguing, although aSo, Tim Burton`s X-Men is a pretty decent movie. I am a complete ignorant about the book series, so my perspective is blind to whatever the books guard and the film neglects. With that in mind, the story is pretty intriguing, although a little bit random or too convenient at times, so prepare your mindset not to be too picky if you wanna enjoy the movie. The first act is long and slow, but you can focus on the grandpa (a very good presence in the story overall, despite...SPOILER REFRAINED!) to make it feel faster. The second act is pretty cool, as meet the peculiar kids and their problem. Pretty much a Harry Potter meets X-Men, but not as good as the former and not as cheesy as the latter (has become). The third act is what every action movie has for a third act nowadays (not gonna give spoilers, but I bet you can guess), but it`s not bad... it is okeyy. Overall, the movie is not as unique as stuff Burton has made before (I guess he is slowly loosing his edge), but it is quite entertaining to watch in the movie theater after-all.… Expand

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MarinRovikOct 7, 2016

Not having read the books nor watched the trailer, I was really thrilled about watching the movie. Of course i had done some research before heading to the theaters, so i knew what to expect from the story itself but it was my first encounterNot having read the books nor watched the trailer, I was really thrilled about watching the movie. Of course i had done some research before heading to the theaters, so i knew what to expect from the story itself but it was my first encounter with the characters themselves.

The movie is referred to as the „X-men of Tim Burton“ for a good reason. Other than having the same screenplay writer as „X-Men: Days of Future Past“ ( Jane Goldman ), the plot that refers to the main and side characters is somewhat comparable, all having a dark and depressed back story by being different from other humans, and finding peace in their own community.

The first noticeable (and probably annoying) thing in the movie is the slow-paced introduction. It takes some time to really get in the mood that you are in fact watching an adventure-fantasy movie. But after the boring stay-at-home and family part it really starts to get exciting. Introducing so many different yet amazing characters in such a short period of time makes you want to slow down the pace even more and get to know every single on of them. Sadly, most of them aren't described as much as most of us wanted to, but that's a common fact when a book is turned into a movie, the real spirit of the work stays within the pages.I was completely fascinated with the character of Miss Peregrine (Eva Green), which couldn't be more fitting, the great acting skills of Eva Green really hit the top.

The chemistry between the main character, Jake (Asa Butterfield) and Emma (Ella Purnell) didn't really give me that 'awww' feeling, and the action parts didn't get on well with the rest of the movie. I didn't enjoy the last part of the movie that much either.

To get this review to an end, the movie has its ups and downs, but overall i would say that the acting and the story itself is pretty consistent, so I would recommend it to those who wish to bond a bit with the characters, while those who seek action and hype should skip it and try something else. Made for all audiences which makes going to the theaters really pleasant.… Expand

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GinaKSep 30, 2016

I loved this film. It is typical of the eccentricities the British love – the extraordinary in seemingly normal people instead of unrealistically buff comic-strip characters – beautifully directed by Tim Burton with much more emotion than heI loved this film. It is typical of the eccentricities the British love – the extraordinary in seemingly normal people instead of unrealistically buff comic-strip characters – beautifully directed by Tim Burton with much more emotion than he usually manages in his films. The story was complex but clearly told and the acting by children and adults alike was excellent. And the cinematic mixture of fantasy and “reality” was delicious and completely believable. I don’t consider myself a Tim Burton fan, although I have seen many of his films, but he is winning me over.… Expand

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LaurenanneOct 9, 2016

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The movie wasn't great the characters were swapped around the book and author insulted. The only good thing about the movie was Eva Green, normally love Tim Burton however this time he shouldn't of attempted. What he did was sacrilegious a horrible abortion is the best way to describe it. Personally it felt like a cheap knock off of the story.… Expand

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LinttaFlamingoSep 30, 2016

Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children is a hit or miss. You either like it or hate it. It has the Tim Burton weirdness in it that we all know and love, and it has the gorgeous look. But it starts very slow and the movie is literallyMiss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children is a hit or miss. You either like it or hate it. It has the Tim Burton weirdness in it that we all know and love, and it has the gorgeous look. But it starts very slow and the movie is literally just pouring information on you, and only then we get to see the actual home of Miss Peregrine and her peculiar children. And then the movie gives us a plot that doesn't really feel like it connects. Or maybe it does, I have no idea. It's definitely a hit or miss. The best parts of the movie are the scenes with Miss Peregrine or Samuel L Jackson.… Expand

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MadMaxFuryRoadOct 2, 2016

Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children is a beautifully told fairytale that reminds almost everyone of X-Men. The trailer was pretty impressive, so having not read the book, I was very excited to see this film. From start to end, thisMiss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children is a beautifully told fairytale that reminds almost everyone of X-Men. The trailer was pretty impressive, so having not read the book, I was very excited to see this film. From start to end, this movie did not drag a single bit and I was very satisfied when I left the theater. Al the performances alone were praiseworthy. This film also had some humor, which really worked, and also some dark, scary scenes. My theater was completely filled with children and they were all laughing at the humorous scenes. The film had a decent runtime and I was very happy when I left because the ending was more than satisfying - it left a beautiful message. (98/100)… Expand

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AryamanSOct 3, 2016

Miss Peregrine's clearly has all the edges of a Tim Burton film and that's an absolute delight, the visual treat and the wonderfully crafted characters.

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Castiel_AngelOct 9, 2016

Wicked! Absolutely loved this film. I will admit as a huge fan of the books it was a bit strange because there is a bunch of new and changed material but it did not make me like the movie any less. I think they actually got kinda creativeWicked! Absolutely loved this film. I will admit as a huge fan of the books it was a bit strange because there is a bunch of new and changed material but it did not make me like the movie any less. I think they actually got kinda creative with it. There was only one flaw I really could not seem to get over and it was them switching Emma and Olive's power but other than that I don't see anything wrong with this movie. Most movies do not follow the books there is a lot of changes to it.… Expand

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thedaarkbattyOct 5, 2016

The plot is a joke. It makes 100% no sense AT ALL. Secondly the characters are a joke as well. They make no sense at all. Finannly, the movie is boring as crap.

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EpicLadySpongeSep 30, 2016

Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children is not peculiar enough to face the plot's magical hands as it tries to follow along with the book that inspired this film. Tim Burton probably did a hit-and-miss here.

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herman73trioOct 5, 2016

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I know Tim Burton's name for the first time when I saw "Batman" (1989) (his work such as Beetlejuice never imported to Indonesia), and I saw several of his outstanding piece of work such as "Edward Scissorhands" "Sleepy Hollow" "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory" "Alice in Wonderland" and "Sweeny Todd". From my experience Tim Burton's "peculiar" that he is very strong in visualization. It's kinda like a child's unstoppable wild imagination. So I expected so much from this movie This movie is about a community of human with special abilities that choose an awkward way to live their live, repeat one day life by creating magic loop These humans are children with special abilities that under protection of an adult protector. The film starts with Jake Portman (Asa Butterfield), a regular teenager living in suburban Florida with his awful parents and also a worker in supermarket. Since he was about 4 or 5 years old, he already been told a fantastic adventure story by his grandfather Abe (Terence Stamp), that Abe admit is his real life adventure. As years goes by, Jake's torn apart between his believe in Abe's story and the science that he learn at school that there are no such things as multi tentacle tongue monsters or children with special abilities. But these stories about monsters and "special children" suddenly seem like they might hold some dark truth to them after one night he found out his grandfather Abe killed with both his eyes taken. Before Abe take his last breath, still manage to ask Jake (he always call his grandson Tygritus – Tiger in Polland) to go to Wales and find Miss Peregrine. And the story goes, that finally Jake found the house only to find out that the house already burnt down on Germany bombing in Sep 3rd 1943, driven by his curiosity he entered that house and meet these peculiar children accidentally. These children then brought him to a place and magically he swan his own eyes the same house his grandfather told him about, in the same place that he know that already blown away by Germany bomber plane. Then Jake meet Miss Peregrine (Eva Green) who is capable of transforming herself into a falcon and the ability to manipulated time – which she is not the only one that can do this.Miss Peregrine has been able so far to preserve in an endless cycle (like one of Tom Cruise sci-fi movie "Edge of Tomworrow") the day prior to the fatal bombing by creating secret magic "loops" in exact time. Then Emma (Ella Purnell), the sweet blonde who has to wear lead heavy boot so she doesn't fly away. There's Olive (Lauren McCrostie), the redhead who has to wear gloves cause There's the girl with a ravenous mouth hidden on the back of her head. The invisible boy "Wilard"who likes to play tricks. The 8 years old girl who can make things grow super fast. The 12 years old boy who can use his eyeball to project image and finally the weird masked twins (and wear a weird costume). Frankly I got a very big hope for this movie, that I wish this movie is more then just some human with special abilities torn in good and bad side (oups...does this sound like X Men?), but turn out to be "X-Kids". In my personal opinion this movies shouldn't take 2 hours, because almost one hour the visionary Tim Burton failed to develop mystery chemistry into the mind of audience, even though Tim already succeeded snap my mind through the tragedy of Abe death and the creepy glance of Baroon (Samuel L.Jackson) in the first 15 minutes, but then my curiosity is just like vaporized into the air.

Tim Burton waste to much time to explore things that I think is not even matter to much for this movie that even didn't work well – like the emotional between Emma and Jake or the supper. I think is a bit better if Tim just cut it to the chase where Emma finally proof that to Jake that he also a peculiar kid (Jake can see things what others can't).

If there are things that this movie do is the well done performance of Eva Green as Miss Peregrine. She played the character in such style, and since I and many most of audience in my town never read the book – Eva succeeded gave us a cruel Miss Peregrine in mind, her performance really gorgeous with dark gown, really portray a vigilante, wise and always beware lady killer.And so Samuel L.Jackson, that not just soft lens for evil eyes – as usual his long experience that made all that gesture that he is so evil. The rest? Well, they play along, not bad, but just play along. The action parts? The only thing that still eye catching is the multi tentacle tongue monsters and a little bit surprise the weird twin kids really have deadly abilities.… Expand

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LemonaidOct 31, 2016

This movie is trash which is all too typical of Tim Burton's film making these days. Eva green shines in this role and delivers her lines with authority and confidence, which is why it is such a shame to see her vast talent wasted on such aThis movie is trash which is all too typical of Tim Burton's film making these days. Eva green shines in this role and delivers her lines with authority and confidence, which is why it is such a shame to see her vast talent wasted on such a lazily written and lackluster movie.… Expand

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zoesolis237Oct 2, 2016

The movie is good ,but they switch characters olive and Emm. it got me mad there should be a way to change the book the way to the movie.I wish they kept it the same as the book.

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MovieGal2016Oct 2, 2016

I loved this movie! I don't know what movie the critics are watching - this is a fun and creative adventure. They are not giving this movie it's due. Go enjoy it!

Having read and enjoyed the books, I was a little uneasy that the filmI loved this movie! I don't know what movie the critics are watching - this is a fun and creative adventure. They are not giving this movie it's due. Go enjoy it!

Having read and enjoyed the books, I was a little uneasy that the film would not live up to my expectations. I could not have been more wrong. Tim Burton's vision (although not always mirroring my imaginings) were wonderful! Eva Green and Samuel Jackson are particularly well cast. The visuals are stunning and the special effects are artfully done. The plot is just right to explain the unique aspects of the peculiar’s amazing world yet to move the story along. I attended the movie with a friends who had not read the books and they loved this movie as well.

The first book in Ransom Riggs’ series sets up the more action-packed second and third novels. The same is true of this movie. I, for one, am hopeful for the sequels!… Expand

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TheQuietGamerMar 3, 2017

Personally, I'm not really a big Tim Burton fan. However this movie is something I found to be quite different from the director's previous works. Burton's visual style can be found throughout. The movie is just very different in tone fromPersonally, I'm not really a big Tim Burton fan. However this movie is something I found to be quite different from the director's previous works. Burton's visual style can be found throughout. The movie is just very different in tone from his previous works.

The X-Men comparisons aren't unfair. In fact they're practically unavoidable. The concept mirrors Marvel's long-running comic series in a plethora of ways and just throws in a time-travel angle and instead of mutants the kids are called "Peculiars." They're also much less heroic. At least in terms of human affairs.

If perhaps FOX's X-Men movies aren't something you feel comfortable introducing to your kids right now, Miss Peregrine might have a team that you'll find more suitable. With the exception of some surprisingly strong and definitely unnecessary profanity in one scene it's a fairly kid-friendly movie. It also happens to avoid having that usual Burton darkness. It's actually surprising how cartoonish things get. It gets to the point where all the tension is sucked out of everything. While I found this made the movie more enjoyable than I've found previous Burton movies to be, it does end up hurting things in the end. The whole thing ends up feeling formulaic and play safe. It might have actually benefited from some of Burton's usual gothic edginess. At least we get a fantastic performance from Samuel L. Jackson out of it. As like with many movies in his career, Jackson is a real scene stealer and absolutely delightful to watch.

Burton's visual panache make for an attractive movie. The source material proves to add some extra life to the mix, but yet things still fall short and it's not quite clear where and why. It could definitely use things like more fleshed out characters, but at the very least we get an imaginative assortment of powers and creatures brought to life onscreen. At the end of the day things aren't all that satisfying, but it's a decent attempt at making a more kid-friendly X-Men movie for the big screen.… Expand

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FadeBlackApr 23, 2017

One of the most imaginative, creative, enchanting films I have seen in a while. About as Tim Burtonish as a movie can get, the first half of the movie especially, exploring the new world, one can get lost in forever, it's one of the mainOne of the most imaginative, creative, enchanting films I have seen in a while. About as Tim Burtonish as a movie can get, the first half of the movie especially, exploring the new world, one can get lost in forever, it's one of the main reasons I watch movies.

That said, there wasn't an extraordinary amount in the way of conflict and stakes, and really not much of an emotional payoff to the story. It's kind of like it set itself up for the perfect shot, but never took it. So despite all it's other qualities, it fell a bit short of greatness.… Expand

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BrianMcCriticDec 14, 2016

A film that has some good ideas and potentially interesting characters, but it falls short of its potential. When looking at the characters this was my biggest flaw. The characters are wooden with very little emotion which doesn't allow forA film that has some good ideas and potentially interesting characters, but it falls short of its potential. When looking at the characters this was my biggest flaw. The characters are wooden with very little emotion which doesn't allow for much connection. The story has interesting elements but I can't recommend this film. C+… Expand

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ozymandias79Dec 6, 2016

This a good movie except for the lead male actor. He is terrible. The kid needs more acting lessons. Everyone else's great performances highlight it even more. How did they get the casting so wrong for the main character? Disappointing. MaybeThis a good movie except for the lead male actor. He is terrible. The kid needs more acting lessons. Everyone else's great performances highlight it even more. How did they get the casting so wrong for the main character? Disappointing. Maybe Sam Jackson should mentor the kid.… Expand

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dunnyoneNov 13, 2016

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This crap film does not deserve a full review, so here's the pros and cons in lieu of that. But, if you just want to see Sam Jackson chew a bowl of children's eyeballs while British mutants fight off Slenderman (almost quite literally the film copies the Slenderman design), then this is the film for you.

PRO:

- Above average flying bimbo gets wet quite often
- Sam Jackson looks like he's having fun as he chews through the scenery
- I, uh...

CON

- Some of the worst acting I've seen in a film recently
- Awful special effects
- The mutants, sorry peculiars, don't really have powers, they are more like random things such as shooting out bees or being retarded. They act retarded, so I'm gonna call them retarded. - Sam Jackson and a bunch of his jolly friends eat a bowl of kids eyeballs (not sure if this is good or bad yet)
- The enemy mobs are QUITE EFFING LITERALLY clones of Slenderman. Serious wtf, are we not supposed to notice this blatent rip off.
- the acting on the main kid is pungent, as if he is in a green screen room away from the rest of the cast
- I hate Ms. Peregrine's stupid hair
- The plot was made up on the fly it seems. None of it makes a lick of sense. Time travel, WW2, Mutant powers, Slenderman, poor special effects, none of it makes sense

Tim Burton needs to stop making films. After Beetlejuice, Edward Scissor Fingers and Batman, his karma ran out. Please stop Tim, you're a hack.… Expand

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CineAutoctonoJun 18, 2017

"Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children" was a good movie, although the story is little, that the plot, the performances, and the photography were good, and I went into the adventure of the peculiar children, and I liked the important"Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children" was a good movie, although the story is little, that the plot, the performances, and the photography were good, and I went into the adventure of the peculiar children, and I liked the important parts of the plot.… Expand

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daviddelnorte23Mar 13, 2017

'Miss Peregrine' es película que está dirigida por un director, Tim Burton, que para nada me gusta su estilo. Aún así, le dí una oportunidad a 'Miss Peregrine'. Conseguí aguantar hasta el final de la película pero aún así me pareció como'Miss Peregrine' es película que está dirigida por un director, Tim Burton, que para nada me gusta su estilo. Aún así, le dí una oportunidad a 'Miss Peregrine'. Conseguí aguantar hasta el final de la película pero aún así me pareció como película una muy buena película. Esta está muy por encima de largometrajes como 'Alicia en el país de las maravillas'.

Me esperaba más Eva Green, más tiempo en pantalla, pero la realidad que el que más tiempo "come" es el chico, que sí, bueno, cumple.

El argumento de la película es lo mejor, está interesante y el guión está bien trabajado. El desarrollo de personajes es bueno. Pero una de las cosas más curiosas son los guiños a algunos clásicos del cine, entre ellos, 'el resplandor' o el guiño a 'Titanic'.

En conclusión, a mí no me ha gustado mucho pero porque Burton no es para nada mi estilo, no porque sea mala película. A sus fans les va a encantar. Un notable bajo, un 7.… Expand

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fapat_77Jan 15, 2017

OMG! so imaginative, and intriguing. This movie blew me away. I want a sequel. I've never seen a plot like this. Picture, plot, and cast wise... perfect. Wouldn't change a thing.

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DirigiblePulpJul 7, 2017

So listless and uninspired. It feels like a facsimile of something people think is Burton-esque, but really isn't. The biggest problem is that it is ostensibly a children's movie but keeps trying to pretend it's not. Who's it for?