Customer Reviews:

• Heroic Journeys
  Nim (Abigail Breslin) lives with her father Jack (Gerard Butler) on an isolated island in the middle of the Pacific Ocean. They've lived there since discovering it on one of their around the world cruises after Nim's mother died. Even though they are alone, they aren't lonely. Nim has made friends with several of the island's animals. They have tons of books. Somehow, they have the internet (that's never explained). And every few months a ship comes by and drops off supplies, including the latest Alex Rover novel.
  
  Jack is a marine biologist always on the trail of a new species of microorganism. When he gets a lead, he takes off for two days. Nim insists she stay behind since her sea turtles eggs are about to hatch. Two days turns into longer when a fierce storm comes up and partially destroys his boat.
  
  While Jack's away, Nim gets an e-mail from Alex Rover asking for help in research for the next book. When things begin to go wrong, the upset 11 year old pours out her heart to Alex, asking for help.
  
  What Nim doesn't know is that Alex Rover is really Alexandra Rover (Jodie Foster) the author who created the hugely popular character. And Alexandra is afraid of everything and never leaves her apartment. Can Alexandra overcome her fears and come to Nim's rescue?
  
  From the previews, I expected a story set on an island. And part of it was. But the story is as much about Alexandra's journey to the island as it is what is happening on the island. When I realized this, I had to shift my expectations. And I'm glad I did because I enjoyed the movie.
  
  It is filled with the kinds of stuff deserted island fanciers will love. The house that Nim and her dad live in is wonderful. The animals are exceedingly cute and the scenery is beautiful. If it were real, I'd be on the next plane out for a vacation on this island.
  
  As long as we're talking about fantasies, there is a fantasy sequence near the beginning that this reader loved. You'll know it when you see it. I was grinning stupidly the entire time that scene was on.
  
  Ultimately, this movie is about finding the courage to be a hero. It's something that Nim, Jack, and Alexandra must do in various ways. What I like about it is that all three face that need in different ways
  
  But this isn't a preachy film. Instead, it's hidden in a film filled with adventure and laughs. It could have been broad and over the top, but it never falls into that trap. That is partially thanks to the wonderful acting by all involved.
  
  Now I will admit that the movie is a bit far fetched. But while you are watching it, you'll want to believe every second because you are having so much fun.
  
  The one flaw the movie has is the climax. Quite a few things were glossed over in the rush to get there, and it is over much too quickly.
  
  The movie is PG. I'm guessing because it is because of characters in peril. I don't remember any language issues. Frankly, I think this is a movie that kids of all ages will enjoy.
  
  So if you are looking for a family friendly movie, give this one a chance....more info
• Nim's Island DVD
  If you have not read the book, you will still be amazed by this one. A total young Indian Jones type adventure. With a smart funny brave girl as it's shining star and fun friends too. ...more info
• Mis-leading
  A well filmed, beautiful movie, with exceptional scenery and a great story line. But, i thought that it was going to be a tad more fantasy....more info
• Boring in the extreme...
  Okay, yes I'm a grownup. But there have been lots of "kid" films over the years that I've enjoyed. And this film had everything going for it.
  Jodie Foster, yummy Gerard Butler, a deserted island for a home, loads of adventure (at least according to the trailer), trained animals, a mother swallowed by a whale.
  
  This movie turned out to be a very pale imitation of "Romancing the Stone", without the romance, without the adventure, without the fun...I was bored stiff in the first five minutes and by the time Jodie Foster eventually made it to the island, I just plain didn't care.
  
  If this film is truly aimed at 6-8 year old, then they've got to be the least interesting 6-8 year olds on the planet. Because my grandkids were bored stiff too (ages 6, 10 and 11, two of them girls). Maybe the film picked up during the last half hour; I wouldn't know, I fell asleep. And the grandkids were afraid I was going to make them sit through it again to see what I missed! Boy were they relieved.
  
  Yawn....more info
• A Very Nice Surprise
  Nim's Island was surprisingly good. I wasn't expecting much out of it, but it turned out to be one of the better movies of the year. I was impressed. Good family movie, or for whenever you're not in the mood for adult/suspense fare. ...more info
• Nim's Island - Blu-ray Info
  Version: U.S.A / Region A
  Aspect ratio: 2.35:1
  MPEG-4 AVC BD-50
  Running time: 1:36:04
  Movie size: 31,17 GB
  Disc size: 37,30 GB
  Average video bit rate: 34.31 Mbps
  DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 48Khz/24-bit English
  Dolby Digital 5.1 640kbps French / Spanish
  Subtitles: English SDH / Spanish
  Number of chapters: 16
  
  #Adventure Commentary
  #Audio Commentary with Mark Levin and Jennifer Flackett
  #Featurettes: Nim's Friends, Abigail's Journey, Working on Water
  #Deleted Scenes
  #Nim's Spyglass - Bonus View
  #3 Games
  #Trivia track
  #HD trailers...more info
• Cute Kids Adventure That Will Help Pass An Hour Or Two
  Half fantasy, half kids-adventure, Nim's Island is more aimed at the tweens crowd than anyone else. Abigail Breslin plays 11 year old Nim, a young motherless girl who been raised and lives on a remote island with her scientist Dad played by Gerard "300" Butler (who after that first flick you might not recognize as that same guy). When Dad gets lost at sea, Nim goes on-line to speak to Alex Rover (phoning it in by Jodie Foster, who at least isn't shooting men in a vengeful way this time), who she thinks is the man in all her "Indiana Jones-like" novels, but actually is an agoraphobic female writer who never leaves the house and sees her creation talking and walking with her (again played by Butler). When little Nim is injured while searching the beaches for Dad, she calls to her hero to save the day and come from San Francisco to her South Asiatic Sea location to come save her and Daddy. Of course she does.....
  
  Okay you get the point. Sure, it's as far fetched as you can imagine, but at least my nine year old daughter was entertained. As for the adults, it's cute with beautiful breathtaking scenery, but the story will make you roll your eyes every so often. Not to mention some of the animals are real, some are CGI, and those latter ones really look pretty fake. And while not writing any more spoilers, you can also figure out how it ends. A nice little rental, or something to show the kids in the other room, Nim's Island is okay, but rent it first before buying.
  (RedSabbath Rating:7.0/10)...more info
• Good honest fun family movie
  This has to be a great family movie, something for everyone...action, comedy, suspense all wrapped up in a modern fun movie. I'll not go into the plot, but I'll just say it goes on some; but then has a good ending. I'll not rate it as a great serious Jodie Foster movie. But one for all the family to enjoy!...more info
• nims island
  The product was as stated. It came on time and with no issues. The service was quick and easy....more info
• NIM'S ISLAND: A BIG SURPRISE
  I borrowed a copy of NIM'S ISLAND from the library and brought it home not really expecting much: child actors/actresses don't do much for me and I've never been a big Jodie Foster fan. What a surprise I got! I loved this movie. It was good clean family entertainment that did not play down to kids. It was believeable, well-acted, enchanting ... and I could be stuck on s desert island with Gerard Butler for a LONG time and be very happy. Give it a try: I think you'll enjoy it....more info
• Wonderfully entertaining
  This is a great movie for all ages. I watched it a couple times and will again many more.
  Jodie Foster is great in this movie as a writer/adventure/ psyche person. Abigail Breslin is a very good young actress.
  It is funny and heartwarming and encouraging.
  Faith M....more info
• Cute family movie, but our teen didn't love it.
  My youngest had her tonsils out this week and I bought a bunch of DVD's to keep her occupied in recovery. My wife and I watched "Nim's Island" with her yesterday and we (my wife and I) really liked it. My almost 14 year old was less impressed. She wanted an adventure to rescue "Jack" and was disappointed that his rescue ended up as merely metaphorical. Go figure.
  
  So here's the deal, "Nim's Island" is a cute family film, but it is a bit silly and probably best viewed by tweeners and their parents. I'll give it to my oldest Granddaughter and see what she thinks. For my part Kudos go to Jodie Foster for making a (pretty good) movie that kids can watch, and parents won't hate.
  3 1/2 *
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• A Pleasure to Watch
  A delightful tale about a young girl, her father and her favorite author. Recently, my family and I rented this video. We loved it so much we bought it. It is a charming story that takes you away to wonderful island full of beautiful scenery. The story line is much like the book. I enjoyed it. It has a DISNEY-like family quality to it. The disc extras were good we thought. ...more info
• worst movie of all time
  the movie was a big waste of time, also really bad acting, SPOILER ALERT nims stuck on an island all by her self with her father lost at sea,and her mother was swallowed by a whale. she comes in contact with this agoraphobia author over email she asks for help from the author thinking the he is an adventurer that kicks a bunch of butt like in the books that she writes, but she turns out to be wrong in the meantime she saves the island from overwieght tourists also the author goes across the world to find this island. she finaly gets on the island in the like last 8 minutes of the movie some help she was. it was just altogther a horrible movie spare yourself and avoid this movie if u do want to see it rent so you dont have pay 20 dollars ...more info
• A Very Nice Surprise
  Nim's Island was surprisingly good. I wasn't expecting much out of it, but it turned out to be one of the better movies of the year. I was impressed. Good family movie, or for whenever you're not in the mood for adult/suspense fare. ...more info
• Wonderfully entertaining
  This is a great movie for all ages. I watched it a couple times and will again many more.
  Jodie Foster is great in this movie as a writer/adventure/ psyche person. Abigail Breslin is a very good young actress.
  It is funny and heartwarming and encouraging.
  Faith M....more info
• Nim's Island DVD
  If you have not read the book, you will still be amazed by this one. A total young Indian Jones type adventure. With a smart funny brave girl as it's shining star and fun friends too. ...more info