This is a film that is clever and thrilling! Alex Rover is the world’s greatest adventurer in books, but the author Alexandra Rover is another matter entirely. She suffers from agoraphobia, and is called upon to leave her safe haven at home to help a young girl stranded alone on an island. The adventures soon kick in and this is where the fun really begins. In contrast, we see Alexandra hanging on for dear life as she travels across the world in search of Nim where she endures more than one close call.

Abigail Breslin turns in a fine performance as young Nim, and Jodi Foster has some very funny moments including a scene when a spider appears on her computer. Gerard Butler is good too in his double role as both Nim’s dad and the fictional character Alex Rover. While the movie has some intense moments, it is a wholesome film and we happily award it our Dove “Family-Approved” Seal. We suggest you get stranded on “Nim’s Island” at your local theater. It is an imaginative adventure all the way!