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'Zathura' is a thrill ride for the kids
by Melinda Ennis

"Zathura" launches the 10-year old "Jumanji" into outer space. Although it too predictably stays the course of its predecessor, it's enough of a blast to provide a thrill ride for the kids and be an entertaining (and inevitable) journey for parents. Continuing the theme from children's author Chris Van Allsburg's two story books, kids enter the world of a board game — this one dealing with space adventures rather than the jungle hijinks of "Jumanji." Read the full review

TO SUM UP
Two brothers discover an oblong box in the park, which they dismiss as "just some dumb old game." They turn their attention away from the game's "jungle adventure" board to discover a second game inside with an outer-space theme and a colored path leading to the purple planet, Zathura. Mayhem ensues each time one of the boys draws a game card or rolls the dice.

FILM FACTS ...

Sony Pictures

'Zathura'

Director: Jon Favreau
Starring: Josh Hutcherson, Jonah Bobo, Dax Shepard, Kristen Stewart, Tim Robbins
Run time: 95 minutes
Release date: Nov. 11, 2005
Rating: PG for fantasy action and peril, and some language.
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The Atlanta Journal-Constitution: B-
"The film's message of brotherly love and understanding is one that only the most confirmed cynics would challenge."