“All aboard!” On Christmas Eve a boy takes a mysterious train bound for the North Pole, in this adaptation of the beloved children’s book by Chris Van Allsburg. The performance-capture animation used by director Robert Zemeckis made it possible for Tom Hanks to play six roles, including the conductor (“Tickets, please!”) and Santa Claus. (“The true spirit of Christmas lies in your heart.”)

A worthy and entertaining film.
Diego Batlle
La Nación (Argentina)

The Polar Express is reminiscent of childhood classics of yore.
Miguel Blanco
Sensacine