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Clifford's Really Big Movie

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Clifford's Really Big Movie (2004)

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Reviews Counted:29

Fresh:15

Rotten:14

Average Rating:5.6/10

Rated: U

Runtime: 74 mins

Genre: Childrens

Theatrical Release:29-04-2005

Synopsis: All is well on Birdwell Island, where Clifford happily spends his days with his best girl, Emily Elizabeth, and his best friends T-Bone, and Cleo until he overhears a conversation that makes him... All is well on Birdwell Island, where Clifford happily spends his days with his best girl, Emily Elizabeth, and his best friends T-Bone, and Cleo until he overhears a conversation that makes him think he's a burden. Although nothing could be further from the truth, Clifford is determined to earn his keep and sets off to the real world to seek a solution. A riveting adventure ensues as Clifford teams up with a traveling carnival troupe. Faced with everything from disastrous carnival performances to a dazzling taste of stardom, Clifford wholeheartedly tries to fix the situation, while back home on Birdwell Island, Emily Elizabeth searches for her beloved buddy. CLIFFORD'S REALLY BIG MOVIE is sure to take fans on a rollercoaster ride of fun in a very BIG way as only Clifford can! -- © PBS [More]

Starring: John Ritter, Grey DeLisle, Cree Summer, Cam Clark

Starring: John Ritter, Grey DeLisle, Cree Summer, Cam Clark, Kel Mitchell, Kath Soucie, Jenna Elfman, Jess Harnell

Director: Robert C. Ramirez

Director: Robert C. Ramirez
Screenwriter: Rhett Reese
Studio: Warner Bros.

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06/24/06
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Just like the cardboard books we read in kindergarten: short, sweet and easy to sit through.

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02/19/04
Kathy Cano Murillo
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Arizona Republic

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04/17/04
Steve Davis
Steve Davis
Austin Chronicle

It's not dreadful, just dull.

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04/23/04
Louise Kennedy
Louise Kennedy
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04/24/04
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Some children might find Clifford’s tale on the tame side, but at least as many parents will be happily surprised by the warm and cuddly tone.

Full Review Source: Boulder Weekly | comment Comment
04/30/04
Thomas Delapa
Thomas Delapa
Boulder Weekly

Despite the movie's rather unoriginal story -- that age-old plot about running off to the join the circus -- at least the filmmakers have created something which, though a little bland, is never crass or vulgar.

Full Review Source: Boxoffice Magazine | comment Comment
04/23/04
Bridget Byrne
Bridget Byrne
Boxoffice Magazine

The movie is tamer than tame in every respect, which makes it great for little kids, if not for the grownups who bring them.

Full Review Source: Christian Science Monitor | comment Comment
02/19/04
David Sterritt
David Sterritt
Christian Science Monitor
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05/26/06
Jeffrey M. Anderson
Jeffrey M. Anderson
Combustible Celluloid

Unlike television cartoons that sell their souls to make the leap to the big screen, this animated G-rated film is faithful to Norman Bridwell's beloved book series about the big red dog.

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04/22/04
Nancy Churnin
Nancy Churnin
Dallas Morning News

Just okay. My kids enjoyed it, although my daughter said she wouldn't mind not seeing it again.

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03/06/04
Steven D. Greydanus
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04/23/04
Robert Denerstein
Robert Denerstein
Denver Rocky Mountain News

Should delight most four-year-olds and won't torture parents (much) in the process.

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04/22/04
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Belies its name with its formulaic storytelling and lackluster animation.

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02/26/04
Frank Scheck
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07/21/05
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Trades in easygoing humor to peddle its message of bigheartedness.

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04/22/04
Robert Abele
Robert Abele
L.A. Weekly

The messages are honest and not slathered. The characters are kind, amusing and, by now, quite familiar (author Norman Birdwell created Clifford and friends some 40 years ago).

Full Review Source: Los Angeles Daily News | comment Comment
04/23/04
Evan Henerson
Evan Henerson
Los Angeles Daily News

Though not exactly a gripping experience for adults, parents have reason to be grateful for a movie that has been so carefully tailored to preschool to first-grade sensibilities.

Full Review Source: Los Angeles Times | comment Comment
04/22/04
Kevin Thomas
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Los Angeles Times
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