Alice Upside Down
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Movie Reviews of Alice Upside Down
Movie Review: Tweeny Boppers comedy drama but not too schmaltzy
Summary: 4 Stars
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Based on the successful books by Phyllis Reynolds Naylor, the adventures (if that's the right word) of the likeable but quirky Alice (Alyson Stoner) make it to the big screen in this Disney channel ready adolescent comedy drama. After the death of her mother, Alice is uprooted by father Ben and moved to a new town, school, teacher's friends and all that goes with it amidst her adolescent angst and tumultuous throws of simply being a teenager.
Her shyness and isolation leads her to live out her dreams in vivid fantasies that often get her into tricky (and often funny) situations.
That pretty much sums up the picture; it's fairly predictable as we watch her interactions and growth but gladly without being too sickly sweet.
A genial cast including the likes of Luke Perry and Penny Marshall as the (almost sinister) teacher Mrs. Plotkin, help the story along and give it a well rounded family appeal.
As long as you accept the intentions of the movie to appeal almost singularly to its targeted viewers you will enjoy it, although for me there wasn't enough breadth or character embellishment to covet a wider audience.
Overall 4 stars for some believable and solid acting performances from the young cast. Not my particular kind of movie, but a nice (and fairly safe) viewing time with the family.
Movie Review: A Disney-like Alice
Summary: 4 Stars
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Alice (Camp Rock's Alyson Stoner) moved to a new town with Her Dad (90210's Luke Perry) and her brother Lester (High School Musical's Lucas Grabeel). Being a new kid in a new area is hard. Being an independant person is harder.
She in her own mind is the coolest kid in school, however in reality she is off center, off key and strange to most. Can she fit in is the point.
Lead by her new english teacher (Penny Marshall, in one the best roles she has had in years), she teaches Alice. And Alice learns she is special even when her world sometime is upsidedown to many.
This is a cute film, similar to ones that Disney Channel runs. One would hope another film comes soon, this small film is one of those films that you don't need special effects to pull on your heart string with good old fashion family values. The humor and warmth is there and the cast is good.
To watch and enjoy this film, You just need a heart to watch and an open mind to what a family film really is.
I would wish there was a commentary, would love a director or cast insight..but alas like alice, this cool feature isnt on this production
Bennet Pomerantz AUDIOWORLD
Movie Review: Good 'growing pains' story
Summary: 4 Stars
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This is a good drama/comedy about the pain of growing up. Geared at 6th graders, it shows the emotional tribulations of Alice, the new girl at school. Alice's mother died when she was five, so she has no real role models other than her aunt and struggling father. When the family has to move, she feels even more out of place. Clinging to the hope that she'll be able to learn from a 'cool' teacher at school, Alice learns that sometimes the best role models are the last people you'd think of. Penny Marshall is fantastic as the tough teacher, Mrs. Plotkins. Though a talented director, I also love seeing her in acting roles. I did feel a little old when I saw Luke Perry play a 'dad' (hasn't been that long since he was playing teens, has it?). Oh well...time marches on. This movie is perfect for my young niece who is at that 'awkward' age too. I know she'll love it as much as I did. Very well done.
Chrissy K. McVay - Author
Movie Review: A Good Movie Played Out Through the Eyes of Alice in 6th Grade
Summary: 4 Stars
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Faced with the challenges of a sixth grade girl growing up with the complication of having lost her mother at an early age, the film revolves around the school-centric experience. Things are further complicated for Alice because her father, played by Luke Perry, purchases an out of town music store forcing a family move. Everything seems to be working against her, hence the title, "Upside Down". Even the teacher she was given Mrs. Plotkin played by Penny Marshall was considered to be the mean teacher, and something to be avoided. The school play tryout was a disaster.
I can't reflect on the movie any deeper than that, otherwise I would be giving away the ending. I think that the moral of the movie is that when you think that your world is falling apart, and you are the most unpopular person, it really is a façade, and given a chance, support and friendship can come from the most unexpected places.
Movie Review: Fun movie for pre-teens
Summary: 4 Stars
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Alice upside down is a charming kids movie that parents will be able to watch along with their kids. The movie stars Alyson Stoner as a misfit pre-teen moving to a new town and entering a new school. Alyson deals with her insecurities by imagining that she is actually a "cool" girl. The movie flashes into imaginary sequences where Stoner appears as she wishes to be seen - with cool clothes, witty comebacks and an entourage of friends. These dream sequences contrast with Stoner's stumbles as a regular teen trying to fit in. The acting is pretty good which makes the movie stomach-able for adults. Stoner is really charming, her brother is believable and her father (played by Luke Perry) does a decent job in the role. Penny Marshall appears also as a school teacher with an attitude. Pre-teens will be satisfied by Alice Upside Down's charm and fun.