The movie is about a boy and a girl who join a secret pseudo-governmental society (that they have unbeknownst family ties to) and quickly find themselves fighting against a shadowy plot to take over the world using sci-fi tech and cleverness. The film is filled with former A or B level actors who fill in as aging comedy relief, evil geniuses or beloved mentors. If you were thinking about Spy Kids (or any of the sequels) you’d pretty much be right.

The Adventures of Mickey Matson and the Pirate’s Code
Pure Flix
June 2015

In this movie it is Mickey and Sully who stop the plotting of the “pirate” Ironsides with the aid of Mickey’s [SPOILER] grandfather (who was supposed to be dead; and sadly looks it). Former bigger name or bigger recognition actors fill up the movie: Christopher Lloyd (Grandpa), Frank Collison (Ironsides), Tia Carrere (Lynch – she is oddly not listed in IMDB or Amazon, but she is in it), etc.

As far as family films go this is standard fare. It’s clean, fun, cheesy, a little action and drama but no death or fear instilling moments… and most importantly – loved by kids. My boys (5 and 9) loved this. Just like they love Spy Kids, Sky High, or Sharkboy and Lavagirl and other very similar films. It’s tolerable for parents as well.

If you’re looking for a fun, family night movie I recommend this one to you.

Congrats to Robert B. of Smyrna, TN for winning a copy of this movie!

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This film was provided by the publisher as a review copy.