Isn't it strange how movies critics hate are always loved by audiences ? I guess all of us who send in reviews to IMDB are actually critics but most reviews seen here from people who have seen it mention how they love this film - perhaps if for sentimental reasons. Maybe this is why Hollywood finds itself in troublesome times. Who is it that actually 'decides' what we want to see ? Ian Flemings imaginative story of a magical car is just that - magical. Perhaps the magic has left the minds of those who create volumes of B grade violent and uninspired offerings these days. Of course not all people will like this film but there are many who do. Maybe it is a bit long - but many films were during this era before such emphasis was placed on the 90 minute audience rotation factor. The longer format allows much more freedom to the director. How many films made today will still be remembered or commented on 30-40 years after their release ? This film was shot for a darkened theatre and a big screen for maximum viewing pleasure so it suffers from a small screen view. This film is as fresh today as at it's first screening. Enjoy.
Review of Chitty Chitty Bang Bang
