Simply lacks the wit, panache, surprises and irresistible characters that delight kids of all ages.
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Paulie (1998)
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Reviews Counted:35
Fresh:22
Rotten:13
Average Rating:6.1/10
Runtime: 1 hr 32 mins
Genre: Childrens
Synopsis: When a little bird wih a big personality sets out to find the living girl who raised him, he discovers his way with words has a way of landing him in big trouble. But as fast as he can talk... [More]
Starring: Gena Rowlands, Tony Shalhoub, Cheech Marin, Bruce Davison
Director: John Roberts
Reviews for Paulie
Given the merits of the production, which is debut-directed by John Roberts from a script by Laurie Craig, this bird deserves to fly.
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[A] heartwarming pet fable.
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This live-action comedy has its faults (in particular, a couple of out-of-place flatulence jokes), but it's also more clever and kind-hearted than you might expect.
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It is something to behold.
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Top CriticUnusual and surprisingly agreeable.
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A convenient, unprepossessing time-waster for Saturday afternoon kiddies.
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Pretend you're renting it for a kid and go get it.
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Paulie has elements of a good weepy, but overall it never quite gels beyond being a passable novelty.
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The film is aimed at children, I suppose, although I don't think they'll like Paulie all that much. I didn't.
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Top CriticHow nice to find a fun bit of entertainment.
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A movie that never quite lives up to its promise but manages to charm nevertheless.
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Delightful from start to finish.
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Director John Roberts is abetted by some good acting, particularly from the always outstanding Rowlands.
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