A film that looks sumptuous, presents viewers with a splendid array of European beasties, but veers off into some strange contrivances.
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08/08/08
The Fox and the Child (2008)
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Reviews Counted:26
Fresh:13
Rotten:13
Average Rating:5.3/10
Consensus: Jackanory-esque voiceover from Winslet lends a syrupy tone to this mawkish and slow, but beautifully shot, human/beastie buddy movie.
Australian Theatrical Release:
Jun 20, 2009 Wide
US Box Office: $0
Synopsis: THE MARCH OF THE PENGUINS director Luc Jaquet makes his narrative debut with this family-friendly film. Inspired by Jaquet's childhood, THE FOX & THE CHILD centers on a young girl who discovers the... [More]
Director: Luc Jacquet
Reviews for The Fox and the Child
Jacquet’s golden-hued cautionary tale is beautiful to look at. It’s also accurate in the way the time frame of friendship unfolds, and is spot on in illustrating our tendency to anthropomorphise cute animals.
08/08/08
Despite some lovely scenes of foxes doing their thing, the whole affair is ruined by the interfering and rather annoying humans.
08/08/08
Top CriticThe term 'gentle' is too harsh a word to describe the pace of this tale which is so slow in places it's a wonder moss isn't growing on it.
07/26/08
Film is largely just the sum of its images and, aside from a surprise ending, is more a pleasant view with charming moments than a consistently gripping narrative.
01/23/08
Top CriticA cute bedtime story that features spectacular photography and unaffected performances from both protagonists.
01/14/08
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