Enjoyable family film which doesn't have the magic of the 1959 version - it lacks another character or two and doesn't have the same atmosphere - but has it's own goofy charm.
It's helped by engaging lead performances from Brendan Fraser (big and clunky and affable... a little like a young Ronald Reagan!) and the girl and boy. The film has a bright spirit - it moves fast and is cheerful.
It lacks stakes. And is sometimes too silly for it's own good eg being able to get mobile reception down there (something which is used for a gag). There's no villain, or extra complication. Another creature or two with personality may have helped. But it's okay.
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