This movie bring lots of memories to me. I use to watch this movie every time my cousin would come to my house. He was a fan of that movie. I think I still have it somewhere in my stuff. The story is simple... A little weak boy,who's having a bad time in school and at home find a friend into a crane driver. He's told that one of the container can makes your dream almost come true. Anyway...Funny parts in the movie and sad ones too. Worth to see. It's a kid movie but also good for adult since it's also a drama etc... The movie is Danish and I never really seen the actors anywhere after. I must say that I'm from Canada so I didn't see lots of Danish movies but still the movie was well done and showed what it needed too.
4 Reviews
Possibly one of the best Danish films ever!
Jorn10058013 January 2003
This masterpiece is originally a childrens film but it can be seen (and should be seen) by anyone and everyone! Funny and sad at the same time it reminds us once more why we should be ourselves. The 8 year old Ivan will never be the strongest boy in the schoolyard nor the top student in his class - because he isn´t meant to be these things. He is meant to be Ivan - and in the end it´s not that bad after all.
A DiDisheartening Departure: The Unrecognizable Gummi-Tarzan Adaptation.
trbzmbn30 April 2023
This film bears no resemblance to its source material, the books, nor to the "Gummi-Tarzan" that fans cherish; it fails to even make an attempt. The books were replete with humor, entertainment, and a delightful superpower component, whereas this adaptation is decidedly disheartening. I struggle to comprehend the decision to produce this film under the "Gummi-Tarzan" moniker, as it shares no connection with the original series. As a child, I recall watching this and waiting with bated breath for the appearance of superpowers, only to be met with perpetual disappointment. The absence of these extraordinary abilities, a defining aspect of Gummi-Tarzan, feels like a blatant disregard for the series' primary allure.
This film is akin to a Spider-Man adaptation in which, rather than possessing superpowers, the protagonist is simply a teenager with a penchant for climbing, earning him the nickname "Spider-Man" from his father. The disparity between the lighthearted, whimsical, and amusing nature of the books and the somber, melancholic, and bleak tone of the movie is striking.
While the movie itself may be passable, it is difficult to reconcile the transformation of a beloved childhood book series, replete with superpowers, whimsy, and humor, into a slower-paced, grounded, introspective, and reflective film devoid of fantastical elements.
Regrettably, the movie feels like a betrayal to the character of Gummi Tarzan, and could be perceived as false advertising.
This film is akin to a Spider-Man adaptation in which, rather than possessing superpowers, the protagonist is simply a teenager with a penchant for climbing, earning him the nickname "Spider-Man" from his father. The disparity between the lighthearted, whimsical, and amusing nature of the books and the somber, melancholic, and bleak tone of the movie is striking.
While the movie itself may be passable, it is difficult to reconcile the transformation of a beloved childhood book series, replete with superpowers, whimsy, and humor, into a slower-paced, grounded, introspective, and reflective film devoid of fantastical elements.
Regrettably, the movie feels like a betrayal to the character of Gummi Tarzan, and could be perceived as false advertising.
Good movie, great educational tool
paula-26214 October 2006
Warning: Spoilers
This movie is absolutely great. Kids can really relate to Ivan. It's very inspirational for them. Here's this kid who sucks at mostly everything, gets bullied by older kids and even his dad, who finds out one day he can do all those things he couldn't do before.
It's also a very good educational tool, because you look at the story from Ivan's point of view. It makes very clear what bullying does to a kid. And since most bullies think its just good fun, and have no idea what they're doing to the kids they bully, this movie can be an eyeopener and a good starting point for a discussion about this topic.
Upon watching this movie with my class (8 and 9 years of age), the kids started making comments about what the bullies were doing to Ivan. Suddenly for them all they have been told about bullying made sense to them. It was no longer just talk, it became real to them, part of their world. Sometimes you can talk to kids 'till you're blue in the face and they don't understand, while one picture or movie can say it all and suddenly hit home.
So watch with your kids and talk about it! By the way it's also great fun to watch.
It's also a very good educational tool, because you look at the story from Ivan's point of view. It makes very clear what bullying does to a kid. And since most bullies think its just good fun, and have no idea what they're doing to the kids they bully, this movie can be an eyeopener and a good starting point for a discussion about this topic.
Upon watching this movie with my class (8 and 9 years of age), the kids started making comments about what the bullies were doing to Ivan. Suddenly for them all they have been told about bullying made sense to them. It was no longer just talk, it became real to them, part of their world. Sometimes you can talk to kids 'till you're blue in the face and they don't understand, while one picture or movie can say it all and suddenly hit home.
So watch with your kids and talk about it! By the way it's also great fun to watch.
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