Truly Dreadful Film

So much average

Really Surprised!

Story: It's very simple but honestly that is fine.

Sometimes, basing a movie off a ride turns out great, like Pirates of the Caribbean. And sometimes, you end up with this.But is that really a bad thing? Sure, a lot of people hated the movie, but I genuinely enjoyed it. The plot, while far from scary at any point, wasn't half bad. It was creative, and actually quite fun.And the best part? The movie was hilarious. Some of the jokes were pretty clever, but the funniest parts were unintentional. In some scenes, the CGI is absolutely atrocious. And that makes it funny. It's hard not to crack up when poorly animated minuscule tubas are orbiting Eddie Murphy.Oh yeah! Did I mention Eddie Murphy? So, this movie isn't really for everyone. The overly critical and the easily offended will not like this movie. But anybody with a good sense of humor will enjoy it, despite it's faults.

Based off of the Haunted Mansion attraction at Disneyland, this movie is about Realtor Jim Evers whom was asked to to sell the famed mansion by the owner. So, he and his family are summoned to the mysterious place and soon ends up being caught in its paranormal world.It's a better film that I've expected - solid plot, funny (but not over-the-top) acting, incredible visual effects, and catchy music. I liked all the references to the Disneyland attraction like Madame Leota, the singing busts, the lost traveler and his dog, the moving portraits and the floating candlesticks. The story about the groom looking for his lost bride fits the attraction-based movie well and it mixes in with the Evers realty subplot perfectly.Eddie Murphy was his classic funny self and gave off some really hilarious moments in the movie, especially him getting creep-ed out by all the hauntings in the old house. His kids in the movie, though, were a tad annoying at times, but I could tolerate them. The ghost characters were entertaining to watch; especially liked the famous Madame Leota character - floating around in her crystal ball with intrigue and suspense.The film, though, could have used more creepy and gotcha moments, but overall, it's an entertaining family film.Grade B+

I'm not sure why this movie is so underrated but I found it to be a great family film - especially for Halloween! The movie is has quite a bit of comedy in it and really cool special effects for a family/kids Disney film. The story was good too.I rode on the Haunted Mansion ride at Disneyland (Florida)when I was a young girl... and I still remember some of what was in there to this very day! It was one of my favorite rides at Disneyland as a girl - and I would ride it again today! This movie is the story behind the famous Disney Haunted Mansion ride.8/10

OK,the first time I watched this movie was in primary school and we were all around eight or nine... I enjoyed it then, it made me laugh and some parts freaked me out... The storyline intrigued me then and that night in bed I couldn't sleep very well.This is a movie for children, so that is what matters, if Disney are still appealing to their target audience.. If you watch this movie as an adult and think "oh this isn't very good" then well of course that is your opinion but this a family movie, suitable for all ages, although I would say that don't let your children watch this if they are under seven or so. Watch it with your children :)I watched this a year or so again because it was on TV (I have always viewed this movie as a nostalgic 00s movie) and yeah I watched it and it wasn't scary of course but I still enjoyed it.I am by no means a film critic but I enjoy movies and this is my first review!