In 1950, Walt Disney, wanting to branch out from the animated films he'd pioneered, decided to make a "live-action" film. The property he chose to produce was Treasure Island, based on Robert Louis Stevenson's 1881 adventure novel.
Buried treasure, sword play, shooting, rum drinking, stabbings, mutiny, and of course, Long John Silver are all present. The tale of young Jim Hawkins' quest as he seeks the buried treasure to
which his coveted map holds the key is well-loved by boys of all ages. Jim encounters a mixed and often sordid cast of characters, who each, in their own way, teach the boy valuable lessons.
The story is exceptionally well told; so well that even if you know the story, you may find yourself still in doubt right up to the thrilling climax.
Treasure Island's cinematographer was Freddie Young, who gained legendary status a dozen years later serving in the same capacity on the film Lawrence of Arabia. LINK
John, Michael, and Wendy Darling spent hours captive in their bedroom daydreaming about what life might be like in the outside world. Along came a young man named Peter Pan who took their imaginations on an amazing journey through Neverland and beyond. Along the way they made friends like Tinkerbell and enemies like Captain Hook who will live in their minds forever. LINK
With tales of the legendary narwhal luring him along, Captain Nemo is determined to discover the truth behind the mysterious sinking ships. On an expedition with some equally determined and equally inquisitive souls, Captain Nemo must learn about the gigantic horned whale and survive to tell the story. LINK
The Robinson family is dealt a terrible blow when they find themselves shipwrecked on a deserted island. All is not lost as the family bands together to not only survive, but grow, flourish, and thrive in a spectacular house built in a tree. The Robinsons replace the conveniences of plumbing and electricity with the with teamwork and compassion. LINK
Based on the classic Robert Louis Stevenson novel, the 1960 Disney film, Kidnapped, is an exciting, action-filled adventure that remains fairly true to the novel. Standout performances by Oscar-winners Peter Finch and Peter O'Toole are spot on, and James MacArthur as the film's main character David Balfour lends just the right amount of innocence and youth to his role.
Standing to inherit a sizable amount of money from his recently deceased father, Balfour winds up being double-crossed by his uncle and discovers he's been sold into indentured servitude and is to be shipped to America. A fortuitous shipwreck causes a change of plan with his captors, and he eventually is befriended and teams up with Stewart, a Scottish loyalist who is planned to be killed for his money by the murderous crew. Surviving several close calls, the pair escape back to England, where with Stewart's help, Balfour claims his rightful inheritance. LINK
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