Chitty Chitty Bang Bang (1968)
Front Cover Actor
Dick Van Dyke
Sally Ann Howes
Movie Details
Director Ken Hughes
Language English
Country USA
Color Color
Plot
This re-mastered, pan-and-scan 30th-anniversary edition of that kiddie-car caper is flawed but solid family fare. It retains a quaint charm while some of the songs--including the title tune--are quite hummable. A huge plus is Dick Van Dyke, who is extremely appealing as an eccentric inventor around the turn of the century. With nimble fingers and a unique way of looking at the world, he invents for his children a magic car that floats and flies. Or does he? The special effects are tame by today's standards, and the film is about 20 minutes too long--but its enthusiasm charms. The script was cowritten by Roald Dahl and based on the novel by Ian Fleming, best known for his James Bond adventures. --Rochelle O'Gorman
Personal Details
Seen It Yes
Index 270
In Collection Yes
Product Details
Format DVD
Region Region 1
Release Date 2000
Nr of Disks/Tapes 1
Extra Features
Dubbed PAL