Pretty film, weak script

Rating: Null/10 (23 January 2001)

Hanks' solo role on the island is a great piece of acting and film-making, despite some annoying minor technical glitches - sound out of sync, poor colour timing etc. The plane crash scene that leads to his arrival on the island is surprisingly gripping as well. However, the script of this film seems quite weak in places and the post-rescue scenes are bordering on unbelievable; The 'happy' ending appears as it was tacked on, almost as an afterthought. And just what was the deal with the whales ? Wait until it comes out on video, or leave after the plane crash...