"The film I saw (on DVD) was inspired by the book Swiss Family Robinson. The father, a preacher, is sentenced to life in Australia for refusing to declare loyalty to the crown. The family choses to go with him into exile. On the way a storm destroys the ship. The youngest son gets to the boats and is separated from his family. The family lands on an island and has to come to understand each other and rely on their skills and knowledge. The father learns that he is not all knowing and all powerful. Each of the children learn and grow. They survive and through an unlikely series of events are finally reunited.
It's not high drama but it is a good family film that is fun to watch with no expectations."
"This movie was absolutely captivating. From the very beginning my attention was caught and lasted throughout the entire film. The whole build-up of the Jacob storyline was what really moved me. The one thing that prevented me from giving it 5 stars was how the ending seemed a bit rushed. I feel they should have explored the feelings of all members of the family a bit more. I would love for them to make a sequel to this film about Sarah, Jacob, and Earnst going back into society. But all in all, it was a truely moving movie."
"One of the gentle but great British comedies. Great casting of theater trained actors who make this a really enjoyable & hilarious romp. Extremely watchable time & time again."
"This remake of humanoids from the deep does not have vic morrow in it, since morrow died in the 80's. all the reviews, credits, and tech info. Here are referring to the 1980 original. the remake has robert carradine and emma samms. it is slicker and better crafted than the original. we found it far more entertaining than lake placid. skip the original. Get the remake."