Hugo

Going into this movie, I remembered it had a fair amount to do with silent films and the early days of film in general. What I didn't realize is how much respect Scorsese shows to the genre, and I feel it is a perfect homage to the subject.

The story is about a young boy named Hugo Cabret, played by Asa Butterfield, who, in looking for parts to fix an automaton for his late father, ends up getting to know a girl named Isabel, portrayed by Chloe Grace Moretz, and her godfather, Papa Georges, played by Ben Kingsley. I loved the detail they gave to the world and the characters around Hugo, and it really made everything feel so much more alive.

The actors did phenomenal in the story, even the supporting actors, like Sacha Baron Cohen, Emily Mortimer, and Christopher Lee didn't feel useless, and they all contributed in some way. The cinematography was a lot softer, similar to what you'd find in a family film, which is what this was supposed to be. And, just like the characters have fond memories of and love talking about the first films, I loved getting to see all the references to classic films that made their way into this movie. It was almost nostalgic in a way.

Overall, this is a great family film, if you're looking for something fun, but if you enjoy movies and want to see a film about the first films, this is also a good one for you. I can say it is a fine homage and Scorsese put a lot of love and care into it.

Next time, we switch gears again, beginning a new block of reviews, this time focusing on the world of superheroes. You'll believe a man can fly when I review Superman next time.

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