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Bridge to Terabithia

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Bridge to Terabithia (2007)

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Reviews Counted:139

Fresh:118

Rotten:21

Average Rating:7.1/10

Consensus: Bridge to Terabithia is a faithful adaptation of a beloved children's novel and a powerful portrayal of love, loss, and imagination through children's eyes. Dynamic visuals and natural performances further enhance the imaginative film.

Rated: PG [See Full Rating] for thematic elements including bullying, some peril and mild language

Runtime: 1 hr 36 mins

Genre: Childrens

Theatrical Release:04-05-2007

Synopsis: Animation master Gabor Csupo directs his first live-action film in this adaptation of the novel The Bridge to Terabithia, by Katherine Paterson, whose son David co-wrote the screenplay and serves... Animation master Gabor Csupo directs his first live-action film in this adaptation of the novel The Bridge to Terabithia, by Katherine Paterson, whose son David co-wrote the screenplay and serves as a producer. Jess (Josh Hutcherson) is misunderstood. Despite Jess' talents as an artist, the school bullies pick on him, his father (Robert Patrick) belittles his dreams, and his four sisters invade his space in the family's cramped house. Jess' bleak world changes when Leslie (Annasophia Robb) moves into the house next door. Bright, creative and outspoken, Leslie also finds herself an outsider in their school. Soon the two are thick as thieves, spending their after school hours exploring the woods beyond their backyards and on the others side of a creek, which Leslie deems the kingdom of Terabithia. Here, they create their own magical world, complete with a Dark Master and his minions, dragonfly soldiers, giant trolls and a treehouse fortress. In Terabithia, the two friends let their imaginations run wild and control their destiny, far away from school bullies and the pressures of adolescence. Hutcherson and Robb are well cast as Jess and Leslie in this coming-of-age tale. Hutcherson handles both the melancholy intensity and unbridled joy of his character beautifully, and Robb's smile and charisma are infectious. Zooey Deschanel also stars as Miss Edmunds, the music teacher who befriends Jess. Parents should read the book or learn more about the story before taking young children to see this film, as the story includes not only some scary creatures, but also the death of a young person. Terabithia and its creatures are created by WETA Digital LTD, the same company that did the effects for the LORD OF THE RINGS trilogy and KING KONG. [More]

Starring: Josh Hutcherson, AnnaSophia Robb, Zooey Deschanel, Robert Patrick

Starring: Josh Hutcherson, AnnaSophia Robb, Zooey Deschanel, Robert Patrick, Bailee Madison, Judy McIntosh, Patricia Aldersley, Lauren Clinton, Isabelle Rose Kircher, Cameron Wakefield

Director: Gabor Csupo

Director: Gabor Csupo
Story: Katherine Paterson
Screenwriter: Jeff Stockwell
Producer: Hal Lieberman, Lauren Levine
Composer: Aaron Zigman
Screenwriter: Jeff Stockwell, David Paterson
Studio: Walt Disney Pictures

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The makers go easy on the special effects and the picture has a tragic dimension that young children will find upsetting. But if they watch it in the right spirit, and the right company, it could prove emotionally enlarging.

Full Review Source: Observer [UK] | comment Comment
05/12/07
Philip French
Philip French
Observer [UK]

Enjoyable, superbly acted drama that will appeal to kids and adults alike.

Full Review Source: ViewLondon | comment Comment
05/04/07
Matthew Turner
Matthew Turner
ViewLondon

Here's an old-fashioned children's film that should suit the once huge family audience very well.

Full Review Source: This is London | comment Comment
05/04/07
Derek Malcolm
Derek Malcolm
This is London

It’s not a film that need unduly trouble grown-ups.

Full Review Source: thelondonpaper | comment Comment
05/04/07
thelondonpaper

The invented world is stolid, the logic of its relationship with reality muddled; but what really kills the film is the way it wears its uplift on its sleeve.

Full Review Source: Independent | comment Comment
05/04/07
Independent

Worth a look.

Full Review Source: Sun Online | comment Comment
05/04/07
Johnny Vaughan
Johnny Vaughan
Sun Online

Probably the best family film you'll see all year.

Full Review Source: Daily Mirror [UK] | comment Comment
05/04/07
David Edwards
David Edwards
Daily Mirror [UK]

Smart, sprightly and sensitive, this is like a junior-edition Heavenly Creatures , complete with ace chemistry and tragic twist.

Full Review Source: Total Film | comment Comment
05/04/07
Matthew Leyland
Matthew Leyland
Total Film
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The kids are good; the effects are appalling.

Full Review Source: Daily Telegraph | comment Comment
05/04/07
Tim Robey
Tim Robey
Daily Telegraph
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Narnia fans might find some enjoyment in this children's fantasy adventure.

Full Review Source: Guardian [UK] | comment Comment
05/04/07
Peter Bradshaw
Peter Bradshaw
Guardian [UK]
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It’s shamelessly manipulative, but also deeply moving.

Full Review Source: Times [UK] | comment Comment
05/04/07
James Christopher
James Christopher
Times [UK]
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An engaging portrait of childhood, this well-meaning family film rises above its flaws, and delivers a surprisingly hefty emotional punch.

Full Review Source: Channel 4 Film | comment Comment
05/04/07
Saxon Bullock
Saxon Bullock
Channel 4 Film
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A thoroughly pleasing family film with fine performances and honest, affecting real situations mixed with joyful adventure.

Full Review Source: Empire Magazine | comment Comment
05/04/07
Angie Errigo
Angie Errigo
Empire Magazine
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An affecting inquest into the nature of courage, mortality, grief and the healing power of faith.

Full Review Source: Time Out | comment Comment
05/03/07
Derek Adams
Derek Adams
Time Out
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Why can't more kids' films be this grown up?

Full Review Source: BBC | comment 1 Comment
05/01/07
Matthew Leyland
Matthew Leyland
BBC
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A sensitive and moving teen drama about dealing with bullying, loneliness and grief.

Full Review Source: Shadows on the Wall | comment Comment
03/03/07
Rich Cline
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05/07/09
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04/23/09
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10/29/08
Steven D. Greydanus
Steven D. Greydanus
Decent Films Guide

The fantasy scenes ... do not resonate with the mythic power of those in Pan's Labyrinth, but this is as moving a coming of age story as one could want.

Full Review Source: ESplatter | comment Comment
07/09/08
Steve Biodrowski
Steve Biodrowski
ESplatter
 
 
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