Because of Winn-Dixie
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Movie Reviews of Because of Winn-Dixie
Movie Review: Winn-Dixie will smile his way into your heart, and leave an impression on you for years to come
Summary: 5 Stars
Ten-year-old India Opal "Opal" (AnnaSophia Robb) moved to a small town in Florida in an attempt to please her father, the Preacher (Jeff Daniels), but she could never truly think of the place as home. Maybe it's because she has no friends in the new town, or maybe it's because she keeps thinking about her mother. The one who abandoned her when she was just 3-years-old. But that all changes one day when she steps into the local Winn-Dixie Grocery Store to pick up a box of macaroni and cheese, a bag of rice, and three tomatoes. For while she's browsing through the produce section, Opal sees a large dog run by, and soon the entire store is in an uproar as they try to catch the pesky intruder. When Opal finds out that they plan on sending the poor pooch to the pound, she announces that he's her dog, and soon, that's just what he is. Christened Winn-Dixie, Opal is soon spending each and every day with the lovable pup, and before she knows it, she's made many friends, all thanks to the fact that Winn-Dixie opens the door for her to meet new people - no matter how different they are.
BECAUSE OF WINN-DIXIE is one of my favorite books. It always has been, and always will be. Which is why I knew that I needed to own a copy of this film, even before I saw it. AnnaSophia Robb (SAMANTHA: AN AMERICAN GIRL HOLIDAY and CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY) is outstanding as the girl who wants nothing more than a friend; while Jeff Daniels (CHEATERS and THE GOODBYE GIRL) couldn't be more amazing as the sullen Preacher, who does what he can to ensure a happy life for Opal. Though the person who steals the show - other than Winn-Dixie - is Dave Matthews (WHERE THE RED FERN GROWS) who is absolutely wonderful as the town loner, Otis, who is keeping a secret. With fabulous appearances by Harland Williams (KART RACER and FREDDY GOT FINGERED) as the goofy police officer; and Cicely Tyson (THE ROSA PARKS STORY and MS. SCROOGE) as Gloria, a profound blind woman who can teach anyone a lesson with words; as well as an appearance by Elle Fanning (THE DOOR IN THE FLOOR and DADDY DAY CARE) as the adorable Sweetie Pie Thomas. WINN-DIXIE will smile his way into your heart, and leave an impression on you for years to come.
Erika Sorocco
Freelance Reviewer
Book Review Columnist for The Community Bugle Newspaper
Movie Review: A Wonderful Story for All Ages. 100 out of 100
Summary: 5 Stars
Because of Winn Dixie is the story of Opal, a young girl who has no friends, no mother, and a father who is living in a turtle shell. Opal stumbles upon a mutt in a Winn Dixie supermarket one day, and brings him home to her reluctant father.
While on the surface, Because of Winn Dixie is the story of a girl and a dog, it is much deeper than that. Because of Winn Dixie is a story of how each of us make mistakes, and how each of us are lonely, and how one small event can change the lives of many.
I found myself near tears many times in the film. I also burst out laughing many, many times. Like life, Because of Winn Dixie will have you laughing and crying at the same time. And in the end, you will feel uplifted, with hope, and a better person for seeing the film.
I can't praise this film enough. Everything is perfect. The film is not just a family movie, but a great story for all ages. Whether you are 7, or 77, you will want to watch it again.
The cast was perfect, and every actor did an amazing job. There wasn't a stray line or moment in the film. Because of Winn Dixie leaves you totally engrossed in the film, and totally immersed in the emotions of the story.
This is as near perfect a film as can be made. See it. Buy it. Rent it. Enjoy it. Big kudos to Wayne Wang.
Total Score (out of 100) = 100
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Movie Review: Great for Kids and Adults
Summary: 5 Stars
I decided to write a review on this after reading many other's reviews.
First, there is a serious drama here about a father (the Preacher) and his daughter (Opal) grappling with the abandonment by their wife/mother seven years earlier. Both characters resolve their feelings (of loss) throughout the movie, but especially during the search for Winn-Dixie towards the end of the movie. This is an adult story, but one that doesn't interfere with the kid part of the movie. I won't give it away here, but the resolution of the feelings of loss is very satisfying.
Second, there is a kid story in the movie. This part is basically how a 10-year-old girl (Opal) makes friends after moving to a new town. Opal learns that her original impressions of some of the kids need to be revised as she learns more about them, usually in positive ways. Opal also learns she can soften people as they get to know her (adults), and I think both types of adapting are very positively portrayed.
These two plot lines are facilitated heavily by Opal's voice over narration and point of view.
Finally, the movie has a great score and is full of sappy sentimentality as well as a heavy doses of clichés. But they all work, and I expect the vast majority of viewers will easily allow themselves the luxury of this overt manipulation by all those people associated with the creation of this film.
Movie Review: Cute movie
Summary: 5 Stars
The movie follows the book almost to the letter. So if you like the book you'll probably like the movie, too. I was disappointed with the seller. I bought this as a used DVD and it only played on one side. The HD side had a huge scratch preventing it from playing past a point.
Movie Review: The very best movie for families!!
Summary: 5 Stars
The movie "Because of Winn Dixie" has been kept true to the book. I found it to be as charming, heartwarming and even a bit better in some instances in comparison to the printed version. I think it's mainly Cicely Tyson's 'Gloria Dump' that takes it up a notch. She was a perfect choice to play the blind women who teaches India Opal what it means to truly 'see.' I pictured Gloria very differently and was pleasantly surprised by the uncharacteristically scruffy Tyson. Jeff Daniels and Dave Matthews are men who have been hurt but still manage to take the risks needed to keep love flowing to them and from them. "Winn Dixie" is set in an old, rural town in Florida which made me yearn for a simpler time when it was safe for children to ride their bikes around town, explore, and just be kids. In that way, "Because of Winn Dixie" reminds me a lot of "Sandlot."
This movie is all about heart and it is a perfect family movie, for boys and girls, young and old alike and should be on everyone's pre-order list. I really can't recommend it any higher and I feel it's a must have for everyone, even families without kids. It is THAT good.