Review: Pan (2015)

Introduction

Pan (2015), directed by Joe Wright, is a live-action reimagining of the classic Peter Pan story. Unlike traditional adaptations, this film serves as a prequel, exploring Peter's origins and how he became the legendary hero of Neverland. Starring Levi Miller as Peter, Hugh Jackman as the fearsome pirate Blackbeard, and Garrett Hedlund as a younger James Hook, Pan attempts to offer a fresh take on J.M. Barrie’s beloved tale. However, despite its ambitious visuals and an intriguing premise, the film struggles with uneven storytelling, inconsistent tone, and deviations from the established Peter Pan lore.

評論：《Pan》（2015）

導言

《Pan》（2015）由喬·賴特（Joe Wright）執導，是經典《彼得潘》故事的真人版重新演繹。與傳統改編不同，本片作為前傳，探索了彼得的起源故事，以及他如何成為夢幻島（Neverland）傳奇英雄。影片由李維·米勒（Levi Miller）飾演彼得、休·傑克曼（Hugh Jackman）飾演兇狠的海盜黑鬍子（Blackbeard），以及蓋瑞特·荷德倫（Garrett Hedlund）飾演年輕版的詹姆士·虎克（James Hook）。

本片試圖以嶄新的視角詮釋J.M.巴里（J.M. Barrie）筆下的經典故事，並以華麗的視覺效果與奇幻元素打造一場壯闊冒險。然而，儘管影片在視覺呈現與故事概念上頗具野心，它卻因劇情敘事不均衡、風格不一致，以及與《彼得潘》原有世界觀的嚴重偏離，而使整體表現顯得失衡。

Plot Overview

The story begins in London during World War II, where a young Peter (Levi Miller) lives in an oppressive orphanage. One night, he is kidnapped by pirates and taken to the mystical world of Neverland, where he discovers that the tyrannical Blackbeard (Hugh Jackman) is using kidnapped children as forced labor to mine for fairy dust, known as “pixum.”

While in Neverland, Peter befriends James Hook (Garrett Hedlund), who is portrayed as a roguish yet charismatic figure rather than the infamous villain he is destined to become. With the help of Tiger Lily (Rooney Mara), Peter embarks on a journey to discover his true identity. He soon learns that he is the subject of a prophecy—a child destined to overthrow Blackbeard and restore balance to Neverland. As Peter uncovers his connection to the magical land, he begins to develop his flying abilities, leading to an ultimate confrontation with Blackbeard.

While the film sets up an intriguing backstory for Peter, it significantly alters the classic mythology, which may be frustrating for longtime fans of Peter Pan.

劇情概要

故事發生在二戰期間的倫敦，年幼的彼得（李維·米勒 飾）生活在一間壓抑嚴苛的孤兒院。某天夜裡，他被一群海盜綁架，帶往神秘的夢幻島（Neverland）。在那裡，他發現殘暴的海盜首領黑鬍子（休·傑克曼 飾）正奴役被綁來的孩童，強迫他們在礦場中開採一種稱為「精靈粉末」（Pixum）的神秘仙塵。

在夢幻島的旅程中，彼得結識了詹姆士·虎克（蓋瑞特·荷德倫 飾），與傳統印象中臭名昭著的反派形象不同，本片中的虎克是一位瀟灑不羈、富有魅力的冒險家。隨著劇情發展，他們得到虎克的盟友——虎克族公主莉莉（魯妮·瑪拉 飾）的幫助，展開了一場尋找彼得真實身世的冒險。

不久後，彼得發現自己是傳說中的「天選之子」，按照古老的預言，他將成為推翻黑鬍子的關鍵人物，並恢復夢幻島的和平。在尋找自我與認識自身力量的旅途中，彼得逐漸掌握了飛行的能力，最終迎來與黑鬍子的終極對決。

儘管本片試圖為彼得潘塑造一個全新的起源故事，然而，它對原著世界觀的重大改動可能會讓《彼得潘》系列的忠實粉絲感到困惑或不滿。

Themes and Emotional Depth

Pan attempts to explore themes of destiny, identity, and self-discovery. Peter’s journey is framed as a classic "chosen one" narrative, where he struggles with his origins and his eventual role as Neverland’s savior. The theme of belief is also central to the story, as Peter must have faith in himself to unlock his true potential.

However, the film falls short in delivering emotional depth. While the orphanage sequences early on attempt to evoke sympathy for Peter’s struggles, the rushed pacing prevents deeper emotional connections from forming. Additionally, Peter's relationship with Hook lacks the complexity that could have foreshadowed their eventual rivalry. Instead, Hook is portrayed more as a reluctant ally, which may feel jarring to viewers expecting a gradual descent into villainy.

主題與情感深度

《潘恩：航向夢幻島》試圖探討命運、身份認同與自我發現等主題。彼得的旅程被塑造成典型的「天選之子」敘事，他在追尋自身來歷的過程中，逐步接受自己作為夢幻島救世主的角色。此外，「信念」也是貫穿全片的重要概念——彼得必須學會相信自己，才能真正發揮潛藏的潛能，解鎖飛行能力，並完成他的使命。

然而，電影在情感層面的呈現上顯得力有未逮。雖然片頭孤兒院的場景試圖讓觀眾對彼得的困境產生同情，但由於劇情節奏過於倉促，角色之間的情感聯繫無法得到充分發展，導致情緒鋪墊不足。此外，彼得與虎克之間的關係也缺乏應有的深度。本片中的虎克更像是一個不情願的盟友，而非逐步墮落為邪惡反派的角色轉變。這樣的塑造可能會讓熟悉彼得潘故事的觀眾感到錯愕，因為電影並未為兩人未來的宿敵關係埋下足夠的伏筆。

Visuals and Cinematography

One of Pan’s strongest aspects is its visual presentation. The film offers a vibrant and imaginative portrayal of Neverland, with breathtaking landscapes, floating ships, and colorful environments that give the world a sense of whimsy. The action sequences, particularly those involving aerial battles and Peter’s first attempts at flight, are visually engaging.

However, some of the CGI effects feel overly artificial, especially in scenes involving large-scale battles. While Neverland is meant to feel magical, some of the visuals come across as too digitally processed, detracting from the immersive experience.

視覺效果與攝影

《潘恩：航向夢幻島》最出色的亮點之一無疑是其視覺呈現。電影為夢幻島打造了一個充滿奇幻色彩的壯麗世界，壯觀的景觀、漂浮於空中的海盜船、繽紛絢爛的環境，共同營造出一種夢幻般的氛圍，使整個世界充滿魔法感。電影中的動作場面同樣精彩，特別是在空中戰鬥以及彼得初次嘗試飛行的片段，視覺效果極具震撼力，為觀眾帶來強烈的視覺衝擊。

然而，部分CGI特效顯得過於人工化，特別是在大規模戰鬥場面中，視覺效果略顯失真。雖然夢幻島本應充滿奇幻氛圍，但某些畫面過度依賴數位特效，使得整體影像顯得過於合成化，反而削弱了沉浸感，讓部分場景缺乏應有的真實質感。

Characters and Performances

Levi Miller as Peter – As the film’s protagonist, Levi Miller delivers a decent performance, capturing Peter’s adventurous spirit and sense of wonder. However, the script doesn’t provide enough development for him to fully embody the depth of Peter Pan’s character.

Hugh Jackman as Blackbeard – Jackman delivers an over-the-top performance, portraying Blackbeard as a theatrical and eccentric villain. While his energy is commendable, his portrayal sometimes feels more cartoonish than menacing.

Garrett Hedlund as James Hook – Hedlund’s version of Hook is drastically different from the cunning villain audiences know. Instead of a refined yet sinister antagonist, he is depicted as a wisecracking adventurer, which feels disconnected from his traditional character arc.

Rooney Mara as Tiger Lily – Mara’s casting as Tiger Lily was controversial, as many criticized the film for whitewashing a traditionally Indigenous character. While she brings physical prowess and strength to the role, her character lacks significant development.

The chemistry between the cast is inconsistent, and some interactions feel forced rather than organic. The film struggles to make its characters compelling, leaving them feeling underdeveloped.

角色與演出表現

李維·米勒（Levi Miller）飾演彼得（Peter） —— 作為電影的主角，李維·米勒的表現中規中矩，他成功展現了彼得充滿冒險精神與好奇心的一面。然而，由於劇本對角色的發展不足，他未能完全詮釋出彼得潘應有的複雜性與成長弧線，使得這個標誌性的角色顯得較為單薄。

休·傑克曼（Hugh Jackman）飾演黑鬍子（Blackbeard） —— 休·傑克曼的演出極具戲劇張力，他塑造的黑鬍子是一個誇張、富有戲劇性且性格古怪的反派。他的能量與投入度無可挑剔，然而，他的表演有時過於浮誇，使得黑鬍子更像是漫畫式的角色，而非真正令人畏懼的反派，缺乏應有的威脅感。

蓋瑞特·荷德倫（Garrett Hedlund）飾演詹姆士·虎克（James Hook） —— 本片中的虎克船長與觀眾熟知的狡猾、陰險反派形象截然不同。荷德倫的版本將虎克塑造成一個滿口俏皮話的冒險家，而非精明且帶有威脅感的反派。這樣的改編雖然試圖讓角色更具魅力，但卻與觀眾對虎克未來命運的期待相去甚遠，顯得與彼得潘的經典故事主線脫節。

魯妮·瑪拉（Rooney Mara）飾演虎克百合（Tiger Lily） —— 魯妮·瑪拉的選角在上映前就引起極大爭議，許多觀眾批評電影將這位傳統上應由原住民演出的角色白人化（Whitewashing）。儘管她在動作場面中展現了角色的力量與敏捷，但電影並未給予虎克百合足夠的發展空間，使她的角色顯得較為單薄，缺乏深度。

整體而言，演員之間的化學反應不夠穩定，某些互動顯得生硬，缺乏自然流暢的情感連結。電影未能讓主要角色變得足夠吸引人，導致整體角色塑造顯得較為平面和缺乏說服力。

Music and Soundtrack

The score, composed by John Powell, features sweeping orchestral arrangements that fit the film’s fantasy setting. Some musical choices, however, are oddly out of place—most notably, a scene where pirates sing Nirvana’s Smells Like Teen Spirit. This decision feels jarring, as it clashes with the film’s otherwise timeless atmosphere.

音樂與原聲帶

本片的配樂由 約翰·鮑威爾（John Powell） 擔綱製作，他以磅礡的管弦樂編曲，成功營造出符合電影奇幻氛圍的音樂基調。配樂整體上具有史詩感，為彼得的冒險增添了震撼力，並強化了夢幻般的奇幻元素。

然而，電影中的某些音樂選擇顯得突兀且格格不入，最具爭議的例子便是海盜們高唱 Nirvana 的《Smells Like Teen Spirit》 的場景。這首歌的出現顯得相當突兀，不僅與電影的時代背景和奇幻氛圍不符，甚至讓觀眾產生違和感，破壞了電影原本試圖建立的沉浸式體驗。這樣的音樂決策顯得缺乏統一性，使得電影的整體風格更加混亂。

Pacing and Storytelling

One of Pan’s biggest weaknesses is its uneven pacing. The film rushes through key moments, particularly Peter’s discovery of his powers, which happens with little buildup. The narrative also struggles with tonal inconsistency, shifting from dark, intense moments to whimsical, comedic sequences in a way that feels disjointed.

Additionally, the story makes several changes to Peter Pan lore that may frustrate fans. For instance, the film does not provide a satisfying bridge between Peter and Hook’s friendship and their eventual rivalry. The ending leaves their relationship unresolved, making it difficult to see how Hook could become the villain audiences know him to be.

節奏與敘事

《Pan》其中一個最大的弱點是其不均勻的節奏。電影匆忙地處理關鍵時刻，尤其是彼得發現自己能力的部分，這一轉變缺乏足夠的鋪墊。此外，敘事在情感基調上也存在不一致的問題，從陰暗、激烈的場景過渡到異想天開、喜劇性的片段，這樣的切換顯得零散且不協調。

另外，這部電影對《彼得·潘》傳說做出了多處改動，這可能會讓粉絲感到失望。例如，電影並未提供彼得與鉤子之間友誼的過渡，也未呈現他們最終成為對手的過程。結局未能解決他們之間的關係，使得觀眾難以理解鉤子如何會變成那位我們熟悉的邪惡反派。

Conclusion

Pan is an ambitious but flawed attempt at reimagining the Peter Pan mythos. While the film boasts impressive visuals and a unique premise, its inconsistent storytelling, weak character development, and deviation from Peter Pan lore ultimately prevent it from soaring. It had the potential to be a magical origin story, but instead, it struggles to balance spectacle with substance.

For those looking for a visually engaging fantasy adventure, Pan may offer some entertainment. However, for fans of Peter Pan hoping for a meaningful prequel, the film falls short of capturing the magic and heart of J.M. Barrie’s timeless tale.

Final Verdict: 5/10 – A visually ambitious but narratively underwhelming reimagining of Peter Pan.

結論

《Pan》是一部雄心勃勃但有缺陷的《彼得·潘》神話重塑嘗試。儘管電影擁有令人印象深刻的視覺效果和獨特的前提，但其不一致的敘事、薄弱的角色發展和對《彼得·潘》傳說的偏離最終讓它無法飛翔。它本有潛力成為一個魔幻的起源故事，但最終未能平衡視覺效果與實質內容。

對於那些尋求視覺吸引力的奇幻冒險的觀眾，《Pan》可能會提供一些娛樂。然而，對於期待有意義前傳的《彼得·潘》粉絲來說，這部電影未能捕捉到J.M. Barrie那部永恆故事的魔力與心靈。

最終評價：5/10 – 一部視覺雄心勃勃但敘事上令人失望的《彼得·潘》重構。