Adventure Force 5

Round up the kids and pop the popcorn because Adventure Force 5 is a great example of pure family entertainment with a bit of an edge to appeal to all audiences. The film follows 5 kids (all typically outcasts in some way) on a mission to stop a former disgruntled tech guru as he releases an unknown threat in the city of Kona Beach. To my my surprise, from the first scene, my kids and I were hooked and instantly I felt like a kid again. I also recognized the Walmart Toy line so seeing these homemade gadgets in action was a thrill (great promo!). For a lower budget film, I found it to be kinetic, well paced and the CGI inserts weren't too shabby either! It was dope to explore themes of Family and Anti-bullying as well. Much like spy kids, Adventure Force 5 is potentially a nostalgic childhood fave for Gen Z!! 8 stars !!!!

What a surprise & relief! This film is great. At last, a really good film aimed at children, but still suitable for adults of any age...and without resorting to any swearing or sexualizing the cast (no lascivious clothing, the now standard Hollywood open pouty mouthed looks of submission / unnecessary lipstick on young girls, compulsive romance between main characters etc). Incredible & unexpected- I'd given up on any decent, well made films for children being possible in the modern age...

I can't stand review that just regurgitate the plot, so without giving anything away I urge anyone interested in Science/Speculative Fiction to check this film out. The story is a different take on the 'Conceit of Scientific Progress' & has great resonance for todays youth ...& adults. It also pays homage to cinema classics from Asia (Ultrman/ Inframan ! ) & Manga . Effectively this film explores the modern Myths of the tele-visual age with style & insight. Everything about it is brilliantly done, from considerate direction & production values to the acting & soundtrack, There isn't a boring moment in its brief running time - a sequel should be mandatory...

The only negative points- for those who are really fussy- There are a couple of 'No Way' moments that are still reasonable within the films slightly stretched 'logic', and some of the characters don't have the time to be more fully realised, yet these are very minor quibbles for a film that's so enjoyable & manages to impart very serious questions regarding the effect of modern technology on susceptible minds / modern Humanity. It may have been even better if it was 10-15 minutes longer! It does look as if one scene was cut.

This film is harder hitting than nearly all the recent junk I've watched/reviewed. The director has previously been involved in some excellent documentaries, let's hope he continues making intelligent cinema like this. All the irritating elements of 'young modern film makers are absent from this - ie: out of focus-shaky cam-strobe edited- brain bludgeoning soundtrack/effects levels & contrived dialogue... Instead this is imaginative, really well made entertainment with a good heart , sense of humor & serious/important intent... & numerous quotable lines. Maybe that's why it's been ignored by the critics?

My rating is 8 to 9 , out of 10 compared with all films. & 10/10 for a children's (genre) film.

Note- watch all of the film including the credits until the very end...

I truly enjoyed this movie, was a great film for the entire family. All the kids loved it which is a tough feat and even the adults were engaged and entertained along the way. Great plot, great cast, would definitely recommend!

80's humor and tech, meet current tech and references, to rival future tech gone rogue. Two brothers that have begun to grow apart, must work together to undo the wrong doings of an evil genius with good intentions. This movie has the largest mash up of moods and styles I've ever seen packed into a single film, which to its credit, contributes to its unintended hilarity. A fun movie for tweens with its appropriately placed characters and spot on social themes. I give this movie seven stars, only to warn viewers whose bar for visual effects has been spoiled rotten by the greats such as Michael Bay and James Cameron. For as tech heavy as this movie is, its talent lies in the high concept yet somehow simple and succinct plot.

Fun and light action show to watch with the kiddos. Hoping for a sequel, kids want to know what happens to the new fivesome once the save the world.