Adventure film

Adventure films are a genre of film. Unlike action films, they often use their action scenes preferably to display and explore exotic locations in an energetic way.

The subgenres of adventure films include, swashbuckler film, disaster films, and historical dramas - which is similar to the epic film genre. Main plot elements include quests for lost continents, a jungle, mountain, island, urban and/or desert settings, characters going on a treasure hunts and heroic journeys for the unknown. Adventure films are mostly set in a period background and may include adapted stories of historical or fictional adventure heroes within the historical context. Kings, battles, rebellion or piracy are commonly seen in adventure films. Adventure films may also be combined with other movie genres such as, science fiction, fantasy and sometimes war films.

History

The adventure film reached its peak of popularity in 1930s and 1940s Hollywood, when films such as Captain Blood, The Adventures of Robin Hood and The Mark of Zorro were regularly made with major stars, notably Errol Flynn and Tyrone Power, who were closely associated with the genre. At the same time, Saturday morning serials were often using many of the same thematic elements as high-budget adventure films. In the early days of adventure films, the protagonists were mainly male. These heroes were courageous, often fighting suppression and facing tyrants. Recently these male heroic protagonists have occasionally been replaced by heroines, Lara Croft being an example.

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Indiana Jones 5 release date changed: Harrison Ford to return?

International Business Times 12 Jul 2018

Harrison Ford's Indiana Jones is not going on any adventure till 2021 ... According to Variety, the film's original release date was pushed back a few months to a year due to differences over a finished script ... Indiana Jones is based on the adventures of Dr ... In 2008, George Lucas suggested that LaBeouf's character will lead the upcoming adventure movie and Ford will come back just like Sean Connery did in the last film....

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China Daily 12 Jul 2018

Adventure in Russia, based on Big-head Son and Smallhead Dad, a 156-episode, popular TV cartoon series which debuted on China Central Television in 1995, was the first animated film to be released in July, and the third sequel in the film franchise, which first hit theaters in 2014....

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'Skyscraper' caper puts The Rock in a high place

China Daily 12 Jul 2018

Welcome to the Jungle, the board-cum-video game action adventure ... In the upcoming film Skyscraper, he stars as a "wounded" hero, an amputee who has lost one leg, the California-born star explained during his recent visit to Beijing, the latest stop on the film's promotional tour ... on July 20, one week later than the film's North American release....

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Prestigious art museum to host retrospective on ‘JoJo’ creator

Asahi News 12 Jul 2018

“JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure” creator Hirohiko Araki will receive a rare honor for a manga artist with a solo exhibition at the prestigious National Art Center, Tokyo in the capital’s Roppongi district ... The “JoJo” manga adventure series has sold more than 100 million copies ... The manga has been adapted into anime shows and live-action feature films....

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Anya Taylor-Joy Cast in the Film Adaptation of Francesca Lia Block’s Weetzie Bat Novel

New York Magazine 12 Jul 2018

If you grew up reading Francesca Lia Block’s young adult series Dangerous Angels, you’ll probably be thrilled to hear The Witch star Anya Taylor-Joy has been cast as the titular Weetzie Bat in the forthcoming film adaptation of Block’s novel. If you didn’t, well, the 1989 book follows the adventures, ... More » ... ....

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3 days of Broadway on the Boardwalk

Atlantic City 12 Jul 2018

“Chicago,” a show that’s been running on Broadway for decades, spawned an Oscar-winning film and several hits like “All that Jazz,” is on the docket for the 9th. Also performing is “Waitress,” the show written by Sara Bareilles about a struggling waitress, based on the movie of the same name, and “Spongebob Squarepants The Musical,” which puts everyone’s favorite yellow sponge on the stage for a musical adventure....

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Houston VHS swap meet attracts fans of the old format

Longview News-Journal 12 Jul 2018

A lifelong fan of the franchise, he wanted to watch the original three films in their unaltered, theatrical versions ... They snapped up cartoons and classics, rare horror films and B movies that never made it to DVD. "Bride of Chucky" and "Deliverance" were piled up next to "Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure" and "Don't Tell Mom the Babysitter's Dead."...

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Christina Applegate to Star in Will Ferrell-Produced Netflix Comedy ‘Dead to Me’

The Wrap 12 Jul 2018

Christina Applegate will star and executive produce in Netflix’s dark comedy “Dead to Me” from Will Ferrell and Adam McKay ... Also Read. 'Chilling Adventures of Sabrina' ... The series reunites Applegate with her “Anchorman” co-star Ferrell and McKay, who directed the film and its sequel, “Anchorman 2 ... ....

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Flying into childhood

Gloucester Times 12 Jul 2018

The musical begins when Peter offers to teach John, Michael and Wendy Darling — three children from a typical family — how to fly, so they can follow him to Neverland and share his adventures ... A puppet who wants to become a boy experiences a series of amazing adventures ... Charlie Bucket embarks on delicious adventures during his visit to Willy Wonka’s mysterious chocolate factory....

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Los Alamos open spaces no longer closed

Sangre de Cristo Chronicle 12 Jul 2018

Los Alamos, New Mexico is the gateway to three national parks and is a hub for outdoor lovers and adventure enthusiasts throughout the summer months, and trails and open spaces are officially open again ... There are vast outdoor adventures awaiting in Los Alamos, and we invite all to come explore, find your ‘aha moments’ and enjoy the great outdoors.”....

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Flying into childhood: With a sprinkle of pixie dust, North Shore Music Theatre stages beloved ...

Eagle-Tribune 12 Jul 2018

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Kesha, Macklemore turn Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre into hip-hop heaven

The Telegraph - Alton 12 Jul 2018

Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre was in hip-hop heaven Tuesday night as it hosted “The Adventures of Kesha and Macklemore.” These dynamic artists paired up for a co-headlining tour in the wake of the success of the Macklemore song “Good Old Days,” which features Kesha, on Macklemore’s album “Gemini.” ... Next stops for these adventurers are Cincinnati, Ohio, and Nashville, Tennessee....

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Lost Cat, Orange Tabby in Pinehurst (Village Acres)

The Pilot 12 Jul 2018

Submission ID 1769. Date Lost. July 10, 2018. Area Lost. Village Acres - Pinehurst ... My name is Red and I'm very friendly and adventurous....could easily slip into your open garage ... I have a clipped left ear and a dark right eye from a previous adventure ... ....

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