A masterpiece! Scorsese has done it again! Asa Butterfield delivers a brilliant performance as Hugo a remarkable young boy who saves the life of a brilliant artist the great Georges Melies played by Ben Kingsley a billiant film maker back in the silent film era. Chloe Grace Moretz plays Isabelle who befriends Hugo. The 3D effect under the direction of Scorsese is used in the right way which defi itely ads something different to the film. The beginning of the film does move a bit slow but once it gets going there’s no stopping it.
The world of Hugo is within the walls of a train station during 1930′s in Paris. After his Father playe by Jude Law was killed he had to move in with his Uncle Claude played by Ray Winstone. This is where his adventure begins, because Claude teaches Hugo to keep the clocks running on time at the station. As Hugo moves through the walls of the station the 3D kicks in and enhances the whole experience. The gears and gadgets of the clocks become larger than life as they spin and grind. The swinging pendulum swings right at you as you duck for cover. The graphics and colors are so bright beautiful and golden.
The sets are precise and give the feel of Paris. The costumes are true to the period. It is nice to see the work of Georges Melies on the big screen once again. Sorsese as icluded actual footage from his films. It’s te perfect homage to a legend. Under the direction of Scosese al the actors deliver brilliant performances. If you love films you will enjoy this film. It’s definitely 4 out of 5 popcorn bags.
Add Your Comment