Disney adaptation of the famous novel has a family stranded on a lush, tropical island and fighting off evil pirates. No attempt is made to add even a bit of realism to the preposterous plot. There are corny scenes of the family having a wonderful time with all the comforts of home, with no sense of danger. The characters are all cardboard cutouts, including the pirates that speak some gibberish language and apparently are brainless. Hayakawa, so good in "The Bridge on the River Kwai," looks appropriately embarrassed as the lead pirate. However, there is some nice scenery and it's entertaining enough for kids. The animals are cute.
Review of Swiss Family Robinson
