I thought I'd make this tread for when one of us has seen a movie and would like to review it. I'll kick off I guess.
First film reviewed.
I'll start by saying that I just finished watching this with Carolyn and add to that comment, that we were both in tears several times.
It's difficult to classify this movie, it's not for children under 10 that's for sure. Yet it's marketing campaign at the time would have led you to believe that it was a simple childrens fantasy movie. It's anything but.
More of a coming of age movie. The central character of the movie Jessie is in a very bad situation. His home life isn't the best and his school life isn't much better. A new neighbour Leslie moves in next door to him and is really his soul mate. She's one of the most beautiful characters I've seen in movie. A true beautiful person and for me the driving force of the movie.
It's a very difficult movie to put into words and do it the justice it deserves. The few scenes that do take place inside the childrens imagination are brilliant. And also thought provoking. And are especially moving in the last quarter of the film.
The star of the movie is undoubtedly Anna Sophia Robb as Leslie. I also liked Robert Patrick who played Jessie's father. Leslie is the friend that everyone would want to have. She's just a beautiful person.
I really don't want to give that much away. Only that the movie is more than likely to be not something that you are expecting. And I can say that I don't normally cry in movies. In fact I've cried in about 3 that I can think of including this one.
It is similar to Pans Labyrinth in a few regards. The children do escape into fantasy worlds to get away from troubled home situations. Although this movie is not as fatalistic as say Pans Labyrinth.
Essentially Bridge To Terabithia is a story of hope. Much like Shawshank Redemption.
Four and a half stars out of Five. My only regret is that I didn't see this gem at the cinema.
Will be reading the book for sure. Another surprise is that I haven't read the book! I love surprises and this was a brilliant one. Nikki I think you'll love it!
First film reviewed.
I'll start by saying that I just finished watching this with Carolyn and add to that comment, that we were both in tears several times.
It's difficult to classify this movie, it's not for children under 10 that's for sure. Yet it's marketing campaign at the time would have led you to believe that it was a simple childrens fantasy movie. It's anything but.
More of a coming of age movie. The central character of the movie Jessie is in a very bad situation. His home life isn't the best and his school life isn't much better. A new neighbour Leslie moves in next door to him and is really his soul mate. She's one of the most beautiful characters I've seen in movie. A true beautiful person and for me the driving force of the movie.
It's a very difficult movie to put into words and do it the justice it deserves. The few scenes that do take place inside the childrens imagination are brilliant. And also thought provoking. And are especially moving in the last quarter of the film.
The star of the movie is undoubtedly Anna Sophia Robb as Leslie. I also liked Robert Patrick who played Jessie's father. Leslie is the friend that everyone would want to have. She's just a beautiful person.
I really don't want to give that much away. Only that the movie is more than likely to be not something that you are expecting. And I can say that I don't normally cry in movies. In fact I've cried in about 3 that I can think of including this one.
It is similar to Pans Labyrinth in a few regards. The children do escape into fantasy worlds to get away from troubled home situations. Although this movie is not as fatalistic as say Pans Labyrinth.
Essentially Bridge To Terabithia is a story of hope. Much like Shawshank Redemption.
Four and a half stars out of Five. My only regret is that I didn't see this gem at the cinema.
Will be reading the book for sure. Another surprise is that I haven't read the book! I love surprises and this was a brilliant one. Nikki I think you'll love it!
flagged a little towards the end but Will Smith acted marvellously but the star of the show was the dog
