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| Hook [1992] (REGION 1) (NTSC) | ![Hook [1992] (REGION 1) (NTSC)](http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51xvJ6-MWOL._SL160_.jpg)
 enlarge | Director: Steven Spielberg
Actors: Dustin Hoffman, Robin Williams, Julia Roberts, Bob Hoskins, Maggie Smith
Studio: Sony Pictures Home Ent
Category: DVD
Buy New: £5.89
Buy New/Used from £1.49
Avg. Customer Rating:  (10 reviews)
Sales Rank: 105085
Format: Anamorphic, Closed-captioned, Colour, Dolby, Dvd-video, Widescreen, Ntsc
Languages: English (Original Language), English (Unknown), English (Subtitled)
Media: DVD
Running Time: 142 minutes
Number Of Items: 1
Aspect Ratio: 2.35:1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2
Dimensions (in): 7.5 x 5.4 x 0.6
MPN: COLD03930D
ISBN: 0767836324
UPC: 043396039308
EAN: 9780767836326
ASIN: 0767836324
Release Date: March 21, 2000
Theatrical Release Date: December 11, 1991
Availability: Usually dispatched within 1-2 business days
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Amazon.co.uk Review
Hook is Steven Spielberg's most spectacular film of the 90s. It is also seriously underrated, arguably the equal of ET, (1982) and Close Encounters of the Third Kind, (1977). An unofficial sequel to J.M. Barrie's Peter Pan, Hook adopts the startling premise of what happened after "the boy who never grew up", grew up. Robin Williams, in his career best performance, is the corporate suit forced to remember he once was "The Pan", returning to Neverland to battle nefarious Captain Hook (a splendid Dustin Hoffman), for his children's love. This is a ravishingly beautiful, stunningly designed film, at once highly imaginative and with a genuinely magical atmosphere which ranges from exquisite, delicate fantasy to slapstick tomfoolery. There is fine support from Maggie Smith, Julia Roberts and Bob Hoskins, and John Williams' rapturously romantic score is yet another career high. Slated upon release, and dubbed a flop though it grossed $200 million, Hook reacted against the "greed is good" 80s by upholding family values and responsibility while evoking a genuine sense of wonder. Only the somewhat pantomime final showdown disappoints, but alongside Legend, (1985)and Labyrinth, (1986), Hook is ripe for reassessment as a fantasy classic. The DVD transfer is superb and the disc, though not packed with additional features, has some interesting extras. --Gary S. Dalkin
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 Hook 1992 March 11, 2007
1 out of 6 found this review helpful
This film is an insult to the British. A terrible performance by Dustin Hoffman, one of Hollywood's "got lucky" boys. If he wants to ham it up, the local Pantomime would be more appropriate. I can't believe Speilberg did this. A complete waste of money and Bob Hoskins. A lifelong fan of Julia Roberts, I can't see any point in casting her. Surely Roberts and Hoskins must cringe at showings of this crass presentation. As for Dustin Hoffman, bring back Mrs. Robinson, he needs some more luck.
 Probably, the best family film ever made. Spielberg at his best June 18, 2006
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
This is just one of those films you have to watch before you grow up. But even my mum and dad will watch it with me, its simply brilliant. Steven Spielberg can capture such character in his work, that the film can make you want ot cry, laugh, or just be impressed immensley.
The bright, adventerous settings do justice to the overall appeal, and makes a film to really set yuor imagination runnig wild - especially when your a kid. The soundtrack meantime sticks to its task to be fun, while creating the right mood. Performances from Robin Williams and Dustin Hoffman shine above the rest, as they prove what powerful actors they can be.
Its timeless story and amazing effect the film has you will leave you entertained for many years to come. A must have for any family, any age
Hook, Hook Where's The Hook? March 19, 2006
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
Robin Williams, Bob Hoskins, Julia Roberts & Dustin Hoffman make up the best starting line up for a movie ever. The story is based around Peter Panning (Williams) Name sound familiar? well it is Peter Pan only 40 years old. Peter left Neverland and forgot who he was and eventually began to age and forgot about his childhood. Work becomes Peter's first priority over his marriage and his family which isn't a good thing. Determined to make Peter remember who he is Tinkerbell (Roberts) comes to collect Peter and remind him of who he truly is.
Once in neverland we are first introduced to the scary and imposing figure that is Captain James Hook (Hoffman) and his trusty sidekick Smee (Hoskins). As the story progresses of Peter being brough back to neverland we see the painful task of reminding Peter who he is so he can go into one final battle with Captain Hook. Apart from Hook, Peter has one adversary to overcome first and that's Rufio (Dante Basco) the new leader of the Lost Boys since Peter's absence.
Because of Peter's neglegance of his children his son Jack is easily persuaded to join Captain Hook along with his little sister and this is a true low blow for Peter.
I have already said too much but all's i'm going to say is you'll love this film as much as i did. Very heartwarming, funny and just a plain nice film that is for the entire family.
Quality Film February 15, 2005
7 out of 7 found this review helpful
I'm writing this review fourteen years after it was made because I need a new copy as it's been watched too many times!
This film is no doubt my favourite. I've been watching it since I was two, and it's the one I would miss most if it was taken away from me.It's one of those films that suits everyone, and the acting and music is quality. Truely magical, and great a story line. The sets and special effects are fantastic. The only thing I would criticize it for was the fact that they didn't have the Indians in the film. And Dustin Hoffman, as much as he's an absolutely perfect Hook, he needs to work on his English accent!!
In general though this film is a true classic that everyone should have the pleaure of watching. It doesn't take anything away from J.M Barrie, it just extends his great ideas onto a new and modern level.
One of,if not the best movie of all time! October 14, 2004
5 out of 5 found this review helpful
Forget your Citezen Kane,your Godfather and your Shawshank Redemption,Hook is where it is at.This Seriously underrated film has all you could need.It has a great story line, a magnicfent cast,Amazing effects and Brilliant music from my main man,John Williams.
I usually find Robin Williams really annoying but in this film he is at his careers best,and Dame Maggie Smith and Bob Hoskins are as good as always.Dustin Hoffman needs no introduction.He is fantastic.This is one of the already flawless Steven spielberg's Greatest film and should be shown more respect for this.The only bad part in the film is when it becomes too americanized but apart from this it is oscar-worthy.If you havent seen it then you are missing out big time,and if you have already seen it,watch it again for old times sake.
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