Jack and the Beanstalk: The Real Story
Summary:
Wealthy businessman Jack Robinson (Matthew Modine) is building a new casino on the site of the family castle in England when the construction crew makes a startling discovery: They find the skeleton of a gigantic human being. Soon, foul weather and natural disasters occur at an unnatural rate. Countess Wilhelmina (Vanessa Redgrave) tells Jack that he's related to young J... Full Summary >>
Cast:
Matthew Modine - (Jack Robinson)
Vanessa Redgrave - (Countess Wilhelmina)
Mia Sara - (Ondine)
Daryl Hannah
JJ Feild - (Jack)
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Review:
What if the Jack and the beanstalk saga were true? It's a fascinating starting point for a special effects fantasy, but at 184 minutes, and even with top-notch effects shots every few seconds, there's a lot of padding in the story. The first half sets up the story well enough, introducing Jack and his ancestors before flashing back to young {... Continue >>
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