An excellent rendition of the Jules Verne novel: read it first, I should say, but if you are not into that, then THIS article is a great adventure, with some beautiful moments... BUT do NOT get the German version as they have cut out some of the most important scenes: the story felt totally disjointed with the Deustsche Fassung, and certain turns in the plot were missing or incomprehensible ' I just do not understand why people cut these films the way they do. This is, I think, the full version 390 minutes, and with the very important twist of fate at the end and includes more of the humorous moments with the French and English journalist.
Overall, great adventure, romance, surprises "à la Verne" and a range of memorable characters: I came across this when I was 8 year old, and it has stuck with me ever since. Something for all the family to watch and share.