It hasn't got it

Rating: 2/10 (14 October 2005)

Nor is it amazing. Not even the animation. You'll see better 3D animation on computer games several years old and better acting by the South Park characters.
The same goes for the soundtrack. It rarely fits, and when it does, it isn't original.
As to the acting, the part you'd think they'd correct and supplement with the animation, it is the worst part. Hanks must have felt he could just wake up and show up. As for the kids, they are no hope. About the only bright spots are the train helpers and elves.
As to the story in general, it is unbelievable. This isn't a problem for fantasy in general, but given that this is an animation trying to replicate and recreate reality, it completely ruins the film, making it boring and more difficult to watch than a grade-school play.