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The Polar Express
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+acting
+writing
~music
-effects
+atmosphere
+direction
Summary
A holiday animation film that excels in acting and direction but struggles with effects. When a doubting young boy takes an extraordinary train ride to the North Pole, he embarks on a journey of self-discovery that shows him that the wonder of life never fades for those who believe.
Cast
Tom Hanks
Hero Boy (Adult)/ Father / Conductor / Hobo / Scrooge / Santa Claus
Leslie Zemeckis
Sister Sarah / Mother
Eddie Deezen
Know-It-All
Nona Gaye
Hero Girl (voice)
Peter Scolari
Billy / Lonely Boy
Michael Jeter
Smokey / Steamer
Josh Hutcherson
Hero Boy (motion capture)
Daryl Sabara
Hero Boy (voice)
Jimmy Bennett
Lonely Boy (voice)
Tinashe
Hero Girl (motion capture)
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