The Adventures of Adele Blanc-Sec are, indeed, extraordinary. The movie is based on a series of graphic novels that are available in both English and French. This was the first I had heard of Adele and I am enchanted by this brave and determined young woman.
The live action feature is imaginative and entertaining for kids, teens and adults. It’s rated PG, so, parents, use your discretion. My adventurous kids would have thoroughly enjoyed it by 1st or 2nd grade.
The story is unique and is complex enough to hold the attention of adults. It’s similar to an Indiana Jones or Mummy adventure. Since the lead is a young female and it’s set in 1912, we get to experience this genre in a whole new way. Adele is a character that entertains and is someone we can look up to.
I enjoyed Adele Blanc-Sec. This is a movie that I’m happy to own, since I know it will be watched again and again. I’m hoping they’ll be making more movies about her further adventures.
The Extraordinary Adventures of Adele Blanc-Sec
Shout! Factory
Rated PG
Release date 8/13/13
Synopsis:
“The year is 1912. This is the story of an intrepid young reporter Adèle Blanc-Sec and her quest for the power of life over death. Her journey would take her to distant lands to face many dangers beneath the sands. She will go to any lengths to achieve her aims, including sailing to Egypt to tackle mummies of all shapes and sizes. Meanwhile in Paris, a 136 million-year old pterodactyl egg on display in the natural history museum has mysteriously hatched, and the creature subjects the city to a reign of terror from the skies. But nothing fazes Adele Blanc-Sec, whose adventures include many more extraordinary surprises…”