Disturbing yet enthralling
A lot of fun.
Blending excellent reporting and strong storytelling, this is a disturbing film truly stranger than fiction
View MoreThere's a more than satisfactory amount of boom-boom in the movie's trim running time.
View MorePrevious comments have already covered that this movie basically recycles old Winnie The Pooh stories (including the original book) - the little kids may not care but don't the authors owe more to the fans of the series and actually produce a decent screenplay? What I enjoyed about the series from the late 80s and early 90s is that it was, in large part, accessible for both adults and children. They were cute but rather intelligent.This movie borders on the sadistic at times - such as the scene where Kanga puts Piglet through the ordeal of giving him a bath, while perfectly knowing that he is Roo. Now, I realize that this is yet another recycled story but the way it is handled resembles something from the Animaniacs. The writers basically said 'let's make something that'll make the kiddies laugh before they are old enough to realize it is not funny.' There is no sensitivity or creativity shown whatsoever.My advice to parents - buy Milne's book or, if you are desperately looking for a rental, get your kid a Miyazaki.
View MoreThis movie has captivated not only my almost three-year-old's attention, but the hearts of our entire family! This movie is sweet, charming, and chock-full of reminders of how we should value and treat our precious friendships! Being the "tiny voice" in the group, Piglet and his kindnesses are often overlooked, leaving him feeling alone and insignificant...how many of us can relate to that, especially our children?! Piglet's friends reminisce and slowly figure out that their precious friend is a priceless treasure! I know my children have thought twice about how they are treating their friends after having seen this movie! The very best part is the music! Carly Simon has written the sweetest lyrics and melodies that my three-year-old insists I sing to him before bed each night. Songs include, "A Few Good Friends", "A Mother's Intuition", and Simon's own, softer version of Pooh's theme song.Don't miss this delightfully enchanting film...you'll be "singing" its praises too!!
View MoreNot much to say, above that it is a childrens movie and for a time brings ones mind off the ugliness that most other movies present - when seen as an adult :-).My thumps up comes forth as my girlfriend dropped a few tears watching Pooh and the gang make drawings of Piglet and remembering him as a good friend.
View MoreFor anyone who has seen a previous Winnie the Pooh cartoon this will be a disappointing movie. The quality of the animation was not even close to the level of the television programs. I know this is intended for children but it is one I regret taking my kids to. The characters are presented in a callous manner in regard to each other and especially Piglet. Rabbit is as close to a villian as portrayed in any Disney movie. And a scene near the end left one of my kids crying well after the movie because she thought that Pooh and Piglet had been hurt. The barest redemptive value would be the series of scenes where the characters are making drawing for Piglet and the scenes come to life. Excellent animation. The songs by Carly Simon are also wonderful. This should have been a straight to video release or just a TV special. It was not worth the money paid for the tickets. Another example of a poorly produced Disney "sequel".
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