Product Description

Based on the New York Times bestsellers by Anthony Horowitz ALEX RIDER: OPERATION STORMBREAKER brings the young adult adventure series to the big screen. Like an adolescent James Bond Alex Rider (Alex Pettyfer) has been trained since birth for a career as a spy. The only problem is he doesn't know it. It's not until his beloved uncle Ian Rider (Ewan McGregor) dies that Alex learns of his intended purpose in life. At just 14 Alex is not sure he can do all that is required of a super spy but without much choice he is taken under the wing of Britain's secret intelligence service. Calling itself M16 the Special Operations Division sends Alex on a mission which could save or cost millions their lives. As Alex embarks on his greatest challenge yet he learns all is not what it seems with the lines blurring between his obvious enemies and those who are supposedly on his side. But equipped with super spy training Alex is prepared to deal with whatever comes his way whether it's in the form of deadly computer technology or in Stormbreaker creator Darrius Sayle (Mickey Rourke).Packed with charming performances by actors including Ewan McGregor Stephen Fry Mickey Rourke Bill Nighy and Alicia Silverstone ALEX RIDER delivers something for kids and adults alike. Containing just enough sinister elements the playful film brings the book series to life with nonstop action a clever storyline and teenage-oriented spy tools like a powerful acid in the form of zit cream.System Requirements:Running Time: 93 Mins.Format: DVD MOVIE Genre: CHILDREN/FAMILY Rating: PG UPC: 796019797108 Manufacturer No: 79710

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #6484 in DVD
• Brand: WELLSPRING/GENIUS
• Released on: 2007-05-22
• Rating: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested)
• Formats: Closed-captioned, Color, Widescreen, NTSC
• Original language: English, French
• Number of discs: 1
• Dimensions: 1.00 pounds
• Running time: 93 minutes

Amazon.com
A James Bond-style action-adventure film for the tween and teen set based on Anthony Horowitz's book "Stormbreaker," Alex Rider--Operation Stormbreaker is a fast-paced action film shot in and around London that's bursting with suspense, intrigue, high-tech gadgetry, martial arts moves, and intense chase scenes featuring everything from cars and motorbikes to helicopters, quad bikes, bicycles, and horses. Alex Rider (Alex Pettyfer) thinks he's just an ordinary 14-year old kid, but when the uncle that raised him (Ewan McGregor) dies, he soon discovers that his uncle led a secret life as an intelligence agent and that he was secretly grooming Alex for a similar future with special intelligence division MI6. Motivated by revenge against his uncle's killers, Alex takes up where his uncle left off in the investigation of computer mogul Darrius Sayle (Mickey Rourke), delving into his seemingly philanthropic plan to supply a whole new breed of laptops to school children throughout the United Kingdom. Alex's undercover investigation quickly reveals Sayle's true motive and, without any real support or protection from his MI6 supervisors Alan Blunt (Bill Nighy) or Mrs. Jones (Sophie Okonedo) or his quirky housekeeper Jack Starbright (Alicia Silverstone), Alex must somehow prevail against the dangerous Mr. Sayle to safeguard the lives of thousands of innocent people. Comparable to Spy Kids and a step above Agent Cody Banks, Alex Rider--Operation Stormbreaker is an intense, believable film that will captivate viewers ages 10 and older. Bonus features include featurettes focusing on making the book into a film with author and screenwriter Anthony Horowitz, the extensive stunt work performed, the logistics involved in shooting a horse chase through Hyde Park and Piccadilly, visual effects by Baseblack, casting Alex, and the choreography of martial arts master Donnie Yen. --Tami Horiuchi

Customer Reviews

Campy fun
When watching this Agent Cody Banks came to mind frequently, though that is not fair to either movie. Of all things Man from U.N.C.L.E. came to mind also, I think because of the interplay between Alex, the reluctant agent, and the head of the agency, played over-the-top by the versatile Bill Nighy--from Love Actually, Shaun of the Dead and Underworld.

Then again, there is Spy Kids. But each movie has a slightly different take on things. I am a 50+ adult and enjoyed this movie more than others I've mentioned. Perhaps I enjoy the campy atmosphere of the movie, or the good direction and excellent special effects. In any case this is a solid 4-star entry in the genre.

Alex Rider Movie
This movie is great to use in the classroom with the novel Stormbreaker. The movie is a little different than the novel and offers great teaching opportunities.

Jolly Good!
This a great movie!
Alex Pettyfer is a very promising young actor and he shines in this film.
The storyline is very good and it's a great movie for children.
I don't think I heard any foul language throught the whole movie, very unheard of.

Two thumbs up.