I wasn't too impressed with this routine but flashy Disney formula film. Yes, it was colorful, noisy, even cute at times. It's the kind of movie I loved when I was, say 9 years old. It fits all the criteria for family adventure, though. Nobody is going to be offended, but don't expect anything new and innovative either. I felt Kurt Russell was somewhat unconvincing as the bad guy, and except for the aliens, everybody is young and beautiful. So, take the kids, buy some popcorn, and make the most of family time together.