Folkestone Harbour Arm Screens Big
A classic fantasy comedy film starring Tom Hanks is coming to Folkestone Harbour Arm, offering a heartwarming and humorous tale of self-discovery. With its impressive scores and awards, this screening is set to delight audiences of all ages.
Dir: Penny Marshall
Cast: Tom Hanks, Elizabeth Perkins, Robert Loggia, John Heard, Jared Rushton, Jon Lovitz, David Moscow, Mercedes Ruehl
104 mins · 1988 · United States of America · Cert 12 · English
IMDb 7.3/10 · Rotten Tomatoes 98% · Metacritic 73/100 · TMDB 7.2/10 · Trakt 76%
Awards: Nominated for 2 Oscars. 12 wins & 15 nominations total
The film Big has received widespread critical acclaim, with impressive scores from IMDb, Rotten Tomatoes, Metacritic, TMDB, and Trakt, showcasing its timeless appeal. Directed by Penny Marshall and starring Tom Hanks, Elizabeth Perkins, and Robert Loggia, this 1988 American fantasy comedy film tells the story of a young boy who makes a wish to be big and wakes up the next morning to find himself in an adult's body.
With a runtime of 104 minutes and a certificate of PG, Big is a film that can be enjoyed by the whole family. The movie's success can be attributed to its well-crafted storyline, which balances humor and poignancy, making it a relatable and entertaining watch. Tom Hanks' performance as Josh Baskin, a 13-year-old boy trapped in an adult's body, is particularly noteworthy, bringing charm and vulnerability to the character.
On Sunday, 3 January 2027, Folkestone Harbour Arm in Folkestone will screen Big, offering a unique opportunity to experience this beloved film on the big screen. Tickets are on sale: say tickets are with the button beside the article. The film's themes of self-discovery, innocence, and the importance of holding onto one's childhood wonder are sure to resonate with audiences, making this screening a special event not to be missed.
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What viewers say
SimonYNWA · 8/10
It's hard these days to remember what a fantastic comic actor Hanks was, but this is a film that would not work without his performance, which completely sells the idea of a grown-up child. The idea itself would suggest a focus on comedy, but what also makes the film work is that it isn't focused on gags and laugh out loud moments - rather the film plays a fine balance exploring both the fun of the character getting his wish, but equally what…
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aldy
Big was charming and lots of fun. Even though it was primarily a comedy, it still had some very sweet and touching moments sprinkled throughout. Tom Hanks was brilliant acting like a twelve-year-old adult and one of the better roles I've seen him in. I loved the floor piano scene. The extended edition did seem to be a bit too long for my taste though.
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StoreGal · 9/10
Big is such a fun, charming movie. It’s essentially what you get when you take all of the good stuff from Shazam and amplify them by a good few cranks. It’s such a feel-good movie that just puts a smile on your face whenever you watch it. It’s a film that really makes you love Tom Hanks as an actor, where he shows off his aptitude to play in both a dramatic role and a light-hearted, (literally) childlike one. And if there’s any scene that…
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grbellinger · 1/10
This movie aged like milk. It started so cute and funny and wholsesome and very quickly devolved into something I can only describe as "icky." I wish the movie had exclusively focused on the fun concept of a kid becoming an adult and running a toy company and didnt try to force the romance between a 12/13 year old kid and a woman in her 30s. The fact that they had sex and then when she found out he was a kid she told him to keep her number and…
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Idek · 6/10
The film has aged badly, today it would rather have uphill with such controversial moments in the script.
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joelcharig · 8/10
Brilliant comedic performance by Hanks, and just a wonderful feel-good atmosphere throughout the entire film. The kind you’d watch to cheer yourself up after a bad day - charming and wholesome, with a few giggles along the way.
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Anonymousse · 8/10
Aww, that was such a sweet movie, it felt like it ended almost too soon.
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jekyl6669 · 8/10
Never gets old! Endlessly fun body-swap comedy for the whole family. Hanks is perfect, playing a child trapped in a man's body. The toy store scene with the piano is a classic for a reason.
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