5 Children and It
What they thought was going to be a dull summer in the country is about to become the most exciting adventure of their lives when five children dig up an eight thousand year old sand-fairy who is prepared to make their wildest dreams come true.... at a price.
This exuberant adaptation of E. Nesbit's beloved classic features young Freddie Highmore (Finding Neverland), Kenneth Branagh and Zoe Wanamaker (both veterans of the Harry Potter film series), comedy star Eddie Izzard as the voice of It, and the film wizardry of the Jim Henson Creature Shop. With a houseful of clones, a runaway motorcar, flying children, a ferocious T. Rex and all the other chaos the wishes bring, Five Children and It is all the family fun you could wish for.
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Terrible title - great film! - montrealgal
Despite the uninspired title, this is really a nice little movie. Great rainy day entertainment, with or without kids around (we were sans enfants when we saw it). Eddie Izzard as "It" makes the whole movie, though the kid actors also do a good job. It's like Narnia with a sense of humour!sweet, cute and adorable - WendyT
2 adults looking for something out of the ordinary, we found it. I love watching tales like this, it helps us adults to forget all the hype, sex and violence out there.
This movie was a joy to watch, wanting more for the children and I was estatic to see the wish they got when their father came home, feeling for these children when they had to leave the comforts of their dwelling to be with a strange uncle and cousin, isnt very easy for most children in real life. This movie would be awesome for any child having to go through being separated from family and the sort.
It's great for all ages, with a little child in all of us.Winning Smiles - Zoyamauz
Excellent movie for children of all ages! It is surprising that many people have never heard of this film. It belongs right up there with Harry Potter and Narnia. With it's British charm it delights adults too. Beautifully directed with lots of magic. If you could have any wish granted, what would you wish for? Ever thought of how that wish could turn ugly?
What is special about this film is that it depicts a healthy family - one where family members care deeply about eachother and stick together no matter what. It is interesting to see Freddie Highmore in a role other than Charlie (& the Chocolate Factory). Johnathan Bailey who plays the eldest brother also shows considerable talent.
A lovely film that will not dissapoint.
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Terrible title - great film! - montrealgal
Despite the uninspired title, this is really a nice little movie. Great rainy day entertainment, with or without kids around (we were sans enfants when we saw it). Eddie Izzard as "It" makes the whole movie, though the kid actors also do a good job. It's like ...sweet, cute and adorable - WendyT
2 adults looking for something out of the ordinary, we found it. I love watching tales like this, it helps us adults to forget all the hype, sex and violence out there.
This movie was a joy to watch, wanting more for the children and I was estatic to ...Winning Smiles - Zoyamauz
Excellent movie for children of all ages! It is surprising that many people have never heard of this film. It belongs right up there with Harry Potter and Narnia. With it's British charm it delights adults too. Beautifully directed with lots of magic. If you ...