Took my family and my 9-year old son's friend to see this. My wife wasn't as thrilled but I think she took an immediate dislike because it looked like a live cartoon. It certainly has a style all its own. I loved the casting down to the chimp. Once you get used to the visuals, it is easy to get absorbed by the story. It is rated PG for good reason but all the boys gave it a thumbs up, including myself.