Hugo (Blu-ray 3D + Blu-ray + DVD + Digital Copy) [3D Blu-ray]

'Hugo' tells the story of a boy named Hugo Cabret (Asa Butterfield) who only wants to find his purpose in life. He spends his days in a Parisian train station running the clocks and observing the everyday activities of interesting side characters. Hugo is an orphan whose father (Jude Law) died in a museum fire and the only thing Hugo has left of him is a mechanical man called an automaton. Hugo believes that by fixing the automaton, he will recover a message from his father and will find just what part he is in the great machine that is the world. Hugo meets a crusty old toymaker (Ben Kingsley) while trying to steal parts for the automaton. The toymaker, who is first known as Papa Georges, takes a notebook from Hugo, which is vital in helping Hugo fix the automaton. After following Papa Georges to his home in hopes of getting his notebook back, Hugo meets Isabelle (Chloe Moretz). Isabelle soon becomes Hugo's only friend and through their adventures, they find out that there's more to Papa Georges than meets the eye. While this is all going on, Hugo has to avoid capture by the ruthless station inspector (Sacha Baron Cohen). What's eventually revealed is that Papa Georges is the forgotten filmmaker Georges Melies, who is in the most simple terms, one of the most important pioneers in film history. A great appreciation for what Melies did is found, but more importantly, 'Hugo' makes any movie-goer appreciate the magic that is the movies in a way that brings warmth to the hearts of all who witness it. Butterfield does a fine job in the title role. Subtle and sensitive, he makes the character of Hugo believable. Moretz is delightful as Isabelle. Something tells me that she has potential to do greater things. Baron Cohen moves beyond 'Borat' and 'Bruno' and shows true acting chops while providing some needed comic relief in what is other wise a serious film. Baron Cohen certainly stands out as one of the strongest members of a wonderful supporting cast. The supporting cast includes: the station inspector's flower lady love interest (Emily Mortimer), two lovers separated by a dog (Frances de la Tour, Richard Griffiths), and Georges Melies' wife Mama Jeanne who is played by Helen McCrory with a gentle sensitivity and compassion for her husband. All of these people add much-appreciated personality and delight that makes the difference between a great and excellent movie. Kingsley, as Melies, is nothing short of sensational. This was, in my eyes, a huge snub for Best Supporting Actor at the Oscars. 'Hugo' is one of the most visually dazzling movies you will ever see. It boasts the best use of modern 3D technology since 'Avatar'. It is a beautiful portrait of a movie that secures its excellence with a strong cast, compelling story, and a superb directing job by Martin Scorsese. 'Hugo' will leave you feeling wonderful while instilling a greater appreciation for how far films have come and how it can be a masterful form of art. A+ As for the product, 'Hugo' has to be one of the best movies that one can view in Blu-ray. A film that is filled with stunning CGI visuals and Oscar-winning cinematography, Blu-ray brings out the best of this visual masterpiece. I do not have capabilities to view the 3D version right now, but I bought it anyway as an investment for the future that is worth it. There will come a time when every TV and Blu-ray player will be able to play 3D. That future is not so far away. I want to address complaints about the Ultra Violet digital copy. All one has to do is copy the code into the 'Redeem' section of the iTunes Store homepages (top right-hand corner of the page) or follow the other instructions on the bottom half of the instructions (gray background). In short, do not mess with the Ultra Violet part if you don't want to risk it.

Hugo is a gorgeous storybook experience, best viewed in the intended 3D format. In short - I found the story intriguing and compelling, and the visuals from beginning to end absolutely stunning. I also feel that this is a benchmark 3D film to compare others to. This film tells the stories of an orphaned boy (Hugo) and an old man (Georges), both broken by the pains of their past. In order to move forward they must discover how they are connected to each other. The backdrop is 1930s Paris, in a big train station they both work at. The overall story is robust, following not only the boy and the old man's journey, but also the supporting comic relief stories of the train station's residents; The station inspector who needs to soften his heart, A tea shop lady with a dog that drives off her admirers, and one of those admirers who never gives up, in spite of the protective dog. The film creates a feeling of storybook enchantment and though there are painful moments for Hugo and Georges, getting past those hard times is what its all about. The actors give their all, every one of them owned their role and made it real. Even the station inspector played by Sacha Baron Cohen, though the silliest character, gets the viewer to feel for him. There is another interesting character in the film but its not a person or an animal; it is The Movies and their history. Sure, some artistic license is taken to tell a story about our love of The Movies but the essence of that love is what comes across. With 3D cinematography, the atmosphere of each scene is emphasized, not ignored; Jets and wisps of steam coming from hard-working pipes, dust motes floating in the air, and lightly falling snow are a few amazing examples. Looking to the bigger 3D picture of large, deep settings like the train station, these particles and elements make the illusion of place complete. What the viewer sees is a detailed look at a world from the past, given the polish and shine of fond memory, movie magic, and the depth of 3D camera work. Color is used to direct the viewer's eyes by making the main set-pieces lush and vivid, with more subdued tones in the surrounding scenery. Each scene is an illustration brought to life, with a touch of stylization making for the storybook feel. I highly recommend an annual repeat viewing of Hugo. It recharges nostalgia, reminds us to keep a sense of wonder and even teaches us a little something about the earliest movies.

Tout était parfait 👍 Merci pour l’envoi rapide 🙏

This movie is filled with wonderful performances by the actors. It is a tale of a child's journey from loneliness into a world of wonders and it is beautifully told. Martin Scorsese has produced a fine work of cinema, which is fitting considering that it deals with one of the pioneers of modern film making, George Melies. It has adventure, humour and drama, I felt uplifted by the film's ending. This is a true family film. I particularly liked Sacha Baron Cohen as the Policeman, don't think of his other roles if that might put you off, his portrayal is funny and well balanced, not over the top. As a consequence of watching this film, I also learned a great deal about George Melies, of whom I knew nothing before. Although the story of Hugo is fictional, there are many elements of Melies real life that are incorporated here and give a fascinating insight into early cinema. Although it is obvious some scenes had 3D in mind when they shot them, I didn't feel that I got any less out of the film for watching it in 2D. If you love cinema, you will love this film. I would also recommend the book that it is based on and the DVD of Melies "A Trip to the Moon", which includes some excellent background material on him.

Film does drag towards end.

Hugo is based on a book called "The Invention of Hugo Cabret". Hugo is an orphan who lives within the walls of a Paris train station, keeping numerous clocks wound up. The reason he does this is because he doesn't want anyone to know that his uncle has left him alone (the uncle was supposed to be taking care of the clocks), and the station policeman is always looking for orphans to take to an orphanage. Hugo is also finishing a project that he and his father were working on before his father was killed in a fire. An automaton. There is a mystery about the automaton, and Hugo is determined to solve it. Even without the intriguing story, Hugo is worthwhile viewing just for the magnificent visual effects, creative sets and amazing photography, At times, the story seems to be taking place in an antique French painting, the colours are so stunning. The music aptly fits every scene and adds to the mysteriousness of the movie. There is a visually dramatic dream sequence to take your breath away. The storyline manages to take us into the birth of the film industry through the advanced technology and genius of what is produced today. Superb performances by all the actors contribute greatly to the success of this movie. There is one scene that alludes to sexual "relations" and becoming pregnant, but it's brief and not explained. I would recommend this movie for teens and adults. Younger children might be fascinated with the special effects, but I wouldn't expect they would understand much of the storyline.

DESDE MI PUNTO DE VISTA EL PRODUCTO ES EXCEPCIONAL. AHOA BIEN, HEMOS DE TENER EN CUENTA QUE EL ÚNICO AUDIO Y SUBTÍTULO DISPONIBLE ES EL INGLÉS. EXISTE LA POSIBILIDAD DE DISFRUTAR DEL 3D O 2D EN EL MISMO DISCO. RESPECTO A LA CALIDAD DE LA PELÍCULA, EVIDENTEMENTE, CADA USUARIO TENDRÁ SU VALORACIÓN PERSONAL. MI ÚNICA INTENCIÓN HA SIDO DESRIBIR LO QUE NOS VAMOS A ENCONTRAR SI COMPRAMOS ESTE PRODUCTO. UN SALUDO A TODOS LOS USUARIOS DE AMAZON. FERNANDO.