Flipper, the 1963 film that inspired a popular television series about a chatty, loveable dolphin gets a sunny makeover in this 1996 update. Elijah Wood plays Sandy, a bleak adolescent from Chicago struggling with the recent divorce of his parents and wanting only to immerse himself in familiar comforts. Instead, Sandy is sent to Coral Key, an island off Australia, to spend a summer with his Uncle Porter (Paul Hogan), a benevolent old fisherman. The sights and pleasures of the island, including a pretty neighbour named Kim (Jessica Wesson), aren't enough to shake off... Sandy's gloomy outlook. But when he meets Flipper while boating with Porter, his morale improves considerably. It gets another boost when Flipper develops a loyal attachment to him. A subplot about a crooked charter-boat company dumping toxic waste off the coast feels like a necessary evil, just to give the screenwriter something to do. Other than that, the film is quite fun and charming, and Hogan is a pleasure to see with his cracker-barrel wisdom. The film is great fun all around for ages six and up. --Tom Keogh [show more]
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Please note this is a region 2 DVD and will require a region 2 (Europe) or region Free DVD Player in order to play. What starts out to be a bummer of a summer for a rebellious teenage boy turns into one of the most action-packed vacations of his life. Paul Hogan and Elijah Wood star in this exciting, all-new 'Flipper' family adventure hit. When Sandy (Wood) is sent to the Florida Keys to stay with his salty Uncle Porter (Hogan), he never dreamed he'd become best mates with a feisty, orphaned dolphin whose life he saved. Sandy and Flipper get into some high seas antics and thrilling escapades, fighting dangerous enemies and making new friends. Sandy's special relationship with Flipper helps clear the decks for a closer bond with his well-meaning uncle, and a whole new outlook on his own life. 'Flipper' is a splashy tidal wave of family entertainment based on the popular 60's TV series. It combines action-filled underwater photography with an exciting and emotion-charged story. Actors Paul Hogan, Elijah Wood, Chelsea Field, Isaac Hayes & Jonathan Banks Director Alan Shapiro Certificate PG Year 1996 Languages English Duration 1 hour and 31 minutes (approx)
Rebellious teenager Sandy Ricks (Elijah Wood) is sent to spend the summer with his irresponsible but well-meaning uncle Porter (Paul Hogan). Upset because he is going to miss a Red Hot Chili Peppers concert, Sandy soon finds a friend in a dolphin he names Flipper. Together they stumble upon toxic waste being dumped on Porter's fishing grounds by his enemy, Dirk.
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