Jumanji is a film that had its fair share of jumpscares but was overall a beloved film that several grown-ups today remember watching fondly. However, a theory has been making the rounds on Reddit, which paints the entire film in a much darker and sinister light.
Robin Williams in Jumanji (1995)
According to the theory, Jumanji as a game has a lot more dire consequences than we realize. This stems from the fact that when the game ends in the present, Alan and Sarah find themselves back in the past, back to when they started the game. Not only that, but they also remember everything that transpired in the timeline, even though it has never occurred.
Alan and Sarah remember everything
Robin Williams, Bradley Pierce, and Kirsten Dunst in Jumanji
The protagonist of Jumanji, Alan Parish, played by Robin Williams, started the game in 1969 with his love interest Sarah. The game...
Robin Williams in Jumanji (1995)
According to the theory, Jumanji as a game has a lot more dire consequences than we realize. This stems from the fact that when the game ends in the present, Alan and Sarah find themselves back in the past, back to when they started the game. Not only that, but they also remember everything that transpired in the timeline, even though it has never occurred.
Alan and Sarah remember everything
Robin Williams, Bradley Pierce, and Kirsten Dunst in Jumanji
The protagonist of Jumanji, Alan Parish, played by Robin Williams, started the game in 1969 with his love interest Sarah. The game...
- 3/13/2024
- by Anuraag Chatterjee
- FandomWire
It has been nearly a decade since the death of iconic comedian Robin Williams. But he is still lovingly remembered by fans all over the world for his kindness and generosity. Williams was much more than just a comic genius and a gifted actor. He was also a genuinely thoughtful human being as well.
Many of Williams’ former co-stars have opened up about their experiences working with the late star. In 2020, one former child star who worked with him in the 1995 cult classic Jumanji revealed that Williams was a major advocate for the child performers on the set, including young Kirsten Dunst.
Robin Williams and Kirsten Dunst starred in the 1995 hit ‘Jumanji’
By the time Williams was cast as Alan Parrish in Jumanji, he was already a huge star. Williams rose to fame for his work in TV shows like Mork & Mindy. And he quickly proved that he was...
Many of Williams’ former co-stars have opened up about their experiences working with the late star. In 2020, one former child star who worked with him in the 1995 cult classic Jumanji revealed that Williams was a major advocate for the child performers on the set, including young Kirsten Dunst.
Robin Williams and Kirsten Dunst starred in the 1995 hit ‘Jumanji’
By the time Williams was cast as Alan Parrish in Jumanji, he was already a huge star. Williams rose to fame for his work in TV shows like Mork & Mindy. And he quickly proved that he was...
- 3/2/2023
- by Christina Nunn
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
If you are a fan of adventure movies, you have probably seen at least one of the “Jumanji” movies. The franchise started in 1995 with the first movie’s release and has since released two sequels.
Jumanji films are based on the children’s books Jumanji (1981) and its sequel Zathura (2002), by Chris Van Allsburg.
The “Jumanji” franchise has been a favorite of children and adults for over 25 years. The original movie, released in 1995, told the story of a board game that came to life, trapping its players in a dangerous jungle adventure. The film was hugely successful, leading to two sequels and a recent reboot.
With heart-pounding thrills and laugh-out-loud moments, these films will surely entertain audiences of all ages.
For starters, the “Jumanji” movies are action-packed adventure films that are perfect for families. They mix elements of comedy and suspense, which keeps viewers of all ages entertained.
Additionally, the movies feature an all-star cast,...
Jumanji films are based on the children’s books Jumanji (1981) and its sequel Zathura (2002), by Chris Van Allsburg.
The “Jumanji” franchise has been a favorite of children and adults for over 25 years. The original movie, released in 1995, told the story of a board game that came to life, trapping its players in a dangerous jungle adventure. The film was hugely successful, leading to two sequels and a recent reboot.
With heart-pounding thrills and laugh-out-loud moments, these films will surely entertain audiences of all ages.
For starters, the “Jumanji” movies are action-packed adventure films that are perfect for families. They mix elements of comedy and suspense, which keeps viewers of all ages entertained.
Additionally, the movies feature an all-star cast,...
- 9/28/2022
- by Israr
- buddytv.com
Film producer Peter Shepherd has died at the age of 68.
The filmmaker and writer passed away of an aneurysm on 18 February, in Normandy, France.
British-born Shepherd began his career as an assistant director on Italian films, including Bernardo Bertolucci's 1900, before he moved on to write and produce the 1981 horror movie There Was A Little Girl.
He also served as producer on the film Desperate Moves, the TV series Tequila and Bonetti as well as the 1997 biopic Mother Teresa: In The Name Of God's Poor.
The filmmaker and writer passed away of an aneurysm on 18 February, in Normandy, France.
British-born Shepherd began his career as an assistant director on Italian films, including Bernardo Bertolucci's 1900, before he moved on to write and produce the 1981 horror movie There Was A Little Girl.
He also served as producer on the film Desperate Moves, the TV series Tequila and Bonetti as well as the 1997 biopic Mother Teresa: In The Name Of God's Poor.
- 3/11/2009
- WENN
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