The author of this story grew up in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The Herpolsheimers department store was a part of our downtown landscape for years. It was cool to see it included in the movie.
Finally someone who appreciates the attention to detail of the characters and objects in this film. Some people think it looks creepy because the kids look too realistic. But I thought it was quite impressive❤ awesome reaction
"There's no greater gift than friendship." Fun Fact: The movie is based on the book The Polar Express (1985) by Chris Van Alsburg. He also wrote the Jumanji (1981) and Zathura (2002) books. 1225 Connection Fact: A close examination of the ticket numbers reveals that they all contain the number 1225. Pere Marquette No. 1225 was used as a model for the Polar Express locomotive. 12-25 also refers to the date of Christmas, December 25th. Motion Capture Fact: The film is listed in the 2006 Guinness Book of World Records as the "first all-digital capture" film, where all acted parts were done in digital capture. In fact, it is called "motion capture" now. The film used 3D motion capture techniques to digitally record the actors' physical performances before "skinning" them with their animated forms. The children's roles were acted by adults, using oversized props to get the movement right. Good King Wenceslas Fact: When the Hero Boy (Josh Hutcherson) first meets the Hobo (Tom Hanks) on the roof of the train, he is playing the "Good King Wenceslas" carol. The story of Saint Wenceslas I, Duke of Bohemia is that of a king braving the harsh winter to bring alms to the poor on the Feast of Stephan, December 26th. His page finds he can't go on through the harsh conditions and is directed to walk in the footprints that the king has made in the snow. The Hobo directs Hero Boy to follow behind him and ultimately helps him reach the engine before they make it to the tunnel, thus allowing him to find and help his friend. This is also a representation of the Holy Spirit idea of the Hobo, that he guides those who believe in Him to safety, even in perilous times.
When I first saw this movie I had never really seen anything else made with motion capture like this, I had such a hard time telling what was real and what wasn’t 😂
if you look closely youll see that when they pick up Billy his house is dark and but when they drop him off its lit up with a christmas tree inside and a wreath on the door
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An annual childhood favorite of mine. The story, message of believing, and inovative mo-cap animation are all great. I love this movie so much.
Thanks Dan. You are a legend.
@@ReelOzAussieDillon T'was in the spirit of Christmas. You're welcome.
The author of this story grew up in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The Herpolsheimers department store was a part of our downtown landscape for years. It was cool to see it included in the movie.
There are other great Christmas movies but The Polar Express, Elf, Fred Claus, and A Christmas Story are ones that I never miss at Christmas.
Finally someone who appreciates the attention to detail of the characters and objects in this film. Some people think it looks creepy because the kids look too realistic. But I thought it was quite impressive❤ awesome reaction
Bruh every time you said “man crazy how this all a dream” and “his imagination is wild” I was screaming at my phone ITS NOT A DREAM
I grew up watching the polar express thank you for reacting to this movie I love it ❤
I still watch the polar express every Christmas 🎄
"There's no greater gift than friendship."
Fun Fact: The movie is based on the book The Polar Express (1985) by Chris Van Alsburg. He also wrote the Jumanji (1981) and Zathura (2002) books.
1225 Connection Fact: A close examination of the ticket numbers reveals that they all contain the number 1225. Pere Marquette No. 1225 was used as a model for the Polar Express locomotive. 12-25 also refers to the date of Christmas, December 25th.
Motion Capture Fact: The film is listed in the 2006 Guinness Book of World Records as the "first all-digital capture" film, where all acted parts were done in digital capture. In fact, it is called "motion capture" now. The film used 3D motion capture techniques to digitally record the actors' physical performances before "skinning" them with their animated forms. The children's roles were acted by adults, using oversized props to get the movement right.
Good King Wenceslas Fact: When the Hero Boy (Josh Hutcherson) first meets the Hobo (Tom Hanks) on the roof of the train, he is playing the "Good King Wenceslas" carol. The story of Saint Wenceslas I, Duke of Bohemia is that of a king braving the harsh winter to bring alms to the poor on the Feast of Stephan, December 26th. His page finds he can't go on through the harsh conditions and is directed to walk in the footprints that the king has made in the snow. The Hobo directs Hero Boy to follow behind him and ultimately helps him reach the engine before they make it to the tunnel, thus allowing him to find and help his friend. This is also a representation of the Holy Spirit idea of the Hobo, that he guides those who believe in Him to safety, even in perilous times.
Me, double checks calendar: “It ain’t Christmas.”
God I adore this movie! And I loved your reaction to it as well. ❤❤❤
It’s not a dream oh and one more thing I want the hot chocolate staff on polar express trains to do the routine like they do in movie
a sadly underrated heartwarming Christmas movie
When I first saw this movie I had never really seen anything else made with motion capture like this, I had such a hard time telling what was real and what wasn’t 😂
if you look closely youll see that when they pick up Billy his house is dark and but when they drop him off its lit up with a christmas tree inside and a wreath on the door