The Portable Door

2023

1 hr. 56 min.

Fantasy

Adventure

Comedy

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The movie centers on Paul Carpenter (Patrick Gibson) and Sophie Pettingel (Sophie Wilde), lowly, put-upon interns who begin working at the mysterious London firm J.W. Wells & Co., and become increasingly aware that their employers are anything but conventional. Charismatic villains Humphrey Wells (Christoph Waltz), the CEO of the company, and middle manager Dennis Tanner (Sam Neill) are disrupting the world of magic by bringing modern corporate strategy to ancient magical practices, and Paul and Sophie discover the true agenda of the vast corporation.

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Cees T

Unwitting wizard gets hired to find a door and gets spooked by goblins. 6/10 - Okay.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

02/23/24

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Stephen C

In this enchanting cinematic journey, "The Portable Door" unfolds a tale that seamlessly blends the enchanting realm of wizards, goblins, and magical towels with the everyday challenges of the corporate world. The story begins with Paul's quest for employment, leading him to a mysterious building where he encounters Sofie, and the stage is set for an extraordinary adventure. The film's charm lies in its ability to effortlessly weave the mundane with the magical. Paul's job interview takes an unexpected turn when a letter arrives, revealing he and Sofie are destined to work together. As interns, they step into a world where Humphrey Wells, the CEO, seeks to intertwine magic with corporate control, attempting to seize the very essence of human souls. The narrative takes an intriguing twist as we discover Humphrey's dark secret—his father, John Wells, has been trapped in the Nether for years, a victim of his son's magical manipulation. Paul and Sofie find themselves ensnared in the mystical Nether with the lost father, setting the stage for a magical escape. The heart of the film lies in Paul's unwitting discovery of his magical gift, a talent that becomes the beacon guiding them out of the Nether. A riveting battle between father and son wizards ensues, culminating in a poignant moment when Sofie's telepathic encouragement reveals Paul's innate ability to create magical doors. The resolution is both magical and heartwarming as the son is trapped in the Nether by the father, a poetic twist of fate. The film concludes on a positive note as Paul and Sofie, having overcome the mystical trials, secure positions within the magical corporate empire and discover love blooming amidst the enchantment. "The Portable Door" not only captivates with its whimsical magic but also leaves the audience with a message of self-discovery, resilience, and the extraordinary possibilities that can arise from the most unexpected situations. With a perfect blend of romance, magic, and corporate intrigue, this film offers a delightful escape into a world where doors open to both adventure and love.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

02/05/24

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Richard C

Nice story supported by great actors. Entertaining and provides interest for almost all family members.

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

01/15/24

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Temesgen W

Very enjoyable The girl is such a great actor second movie I've seen her in after her other "Talk to Me" Love her strong acting.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

01/10/24

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L L

Meh, looked good on the trailer and was really excited but it just fell flat, not enough character depth and a criminally underused Sam Neil, pedestrian. might be good for a very young audience but not above 15.

Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars

01/08/24

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Gary W

I thought it was very enjoyable. It was imaginative, the main character was relatable, all the characters were singular and interesting. The sense of mystery held well, the plot device was fascinating. I wasn't expecting much and was pleasantly surprised.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

01/06/24

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Jeffrey Walker

Director

Christoph Waltz

Humphrey Wells

Patrick Gibson

Paul Carpenter

Damon Herriman

Monty Smith-Gregg

Sophie Wilde

Sophie Pettingel

Sam Neill

Dennis Tanner

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Randy Myers

San Jose Mercury News

There’s fun afoot, but at nearly two hours, this one just wanders, taking forever to capitalize on that portable door.

Rated: 2/4

Apr 12, 2023

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Robbie Collin

Daily Telegraph (UK)

There’s ramshackle funhouse charm to spare here, and while the plot occasionally trips over the odd loose floorboard, the fun ideas and game performances soon pick it back up.

Rated: 4/5

Apr 7, 2023

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Phil Hoad

Guardian

If the tension flickers on and off... The Portable Door never entirely loses its edge, thanks largely to an irascible Neill as Wells’s right-hand man, and a sharp-tongued sensibility reminiscent of Roald Dahl.

Rated: 3/5

Apr 3, 2023

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Sebastian Zavala Kahn

Me gusta el cine

Performances are all competent (this is THE year of Sophie Wilde, after all), the visual effects deliver, and in general, “The Portable Door” manages to have a fun and eccentric tone, which ended up charming me. Full review in Spanish.

Rated: 3.5/5

Oct 2, 2023

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Todd Jorgenson

Cinemalogue

Beneath the visual spectacle of its elaborate funhouse of secrets and sorcery, this fantasy adventure yields only surface-level thrills.

Jul 8, 2023

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Jesús Palacios

Fotogramas

We've found an absolutely entertaining and intelligent movie where adventure, humor, and underground satire collide... [Full review in Spanish]

Rated: 4/5

Jun 26, 2023

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Synopsis

The movie centers on Paul Carpenter (Patrick Gibson) and Sophie Pettingel (Sophie Wilde), lowly, put-upon interns who begin working at the mysterious London firm J.W. Wells & Co., and become increasingly aware that their employers are anything but conventional. Charismatic villains Humphrey Wells (Christoph Waltz), the CEO of the company, and middle manager Dennis Tanner (Sam Neill) are disrupting the world of magic by bringing modern corporate strategy to ancient magical practices, and Paul and Sophie discover the true agenda of the vast corporation.

Director: Jeffrey Walker
Executive Producer: Lisa Henson, Christopher Lytton, Gary Hamilton, Brian Beckmann, Ying Ye, Ryan Hamilton, Julia Stuart, Laura Grange, Cailah Scobie, Shana Levine
Screenwriter: Leon Ford
Distributor: MGM+
Production Co: The Jim Henson Company, MEP Capital, Story Bridge Films
Genre: Fantasy, Adventure, Comedy
Original Language: English (Australia)
Release Date (Streaming): Apr 8, 2023

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