The Little Princess
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Movie Reviews of The Little Princess
Movie Review: Daddy's Little Girl
Summary: 5 Stars
Based on the famous novel by Frances Hodgson Burnett, Shirley Temple plays the pampered daughter (Sara Crewe)of a British officer named Captain Crewe. The movie starts with scenes from 1899 and the entire movie revolves around the war going on in South Africa as seen from a British perspective. The cinematography is superb and this is Shirley's first picture in Technicolor. There are a few song and dance routines.
When Sara and her father arrive in London, England, Captain Crewe is again called away to serve his country. Since they just arrived from India, Sara must find a school quickly so her father can leave for military duty.
"Why are they sending so many soldiers daddy, if it is only going to be a little war?" --Sara Crewe
In Sara's mind, her father is invincible. She never imagines that he might not make it through the war. Since she has never been away from her father for any extended time, the separation is more difficult for her.
After a tearful goodbye, the brave little Sara must face the unkind Miss Minchin who runs the Seminary for Young Ladies. Here, reputation is of the utmost concern and due to her wealthy status, she is treated well (at first).
During her time at the school, she learns to ride the pony her father purchased for her. Goeffrey Hamilton is her riding instructor who falls in love with her school teacher Rose. Miss Minchin will have none of that and tries to break up the relationship. Sara has other ideas and is quite the little matchmaker as always.
This is a completely delightful movie which also includes a wonderful ballet scene which is quite funny and you will laugh at many jokes throughout the movie. The little maid Becky is very cute and seems to be Sara's only true friend. When something happens to Sara's father we think she will never stop looking for him.
The beauty of the Shirley Temple films is their ability to teach children something great about life. Sara's hope, optimism and polite spirit helps her to fulfill her social obligations. When someone shows her a kindness, she is quick to show them one in return. I related well to this movie as my own father had gone to India when I was very young and then took me to Africa. All I can say is I am happy he took me to Africa and didn't leave me all alone in England! He did take me to England later when I was a teenager. You will see what I mean after you see this movie. While some of the scenes are sad, you will laugh more than feel sad.
~The Rebecca Review
Movie Review: THE BEST MOVIE
Summary: 5 Stars
I think that this is one of Shirley's best films. It's sad, but cute. It is pretty much like the book. It is a really good movie. It doesn't have any songs in it. I've been watching it since I was 2 years old. It has always been my favorite movie.Movie Review: A Classic
Summary: 4 Stars
I don't regret buying this DVD one bit. This movie is very entertaining. I wish very much that they could have utilized Shirley Temple and Geoffrey Hamilton's musical and dance talents better. The short little dance number they do is so vibrant and uplifting. The movie pulls at your heart constantly from the high's (Sara Crewe's lavish Birthday Party) to the lows of sleeping in the attic to her frantic search to find her lost father.Movie Review: Little Princess/Biggest Lil' Star In Hollywood
Summary: 4 Stars
This is a must get for any Shirley Temple fan. Everyone has seen the Little Princess but it gets better every time you watch it. The Biggest Lil' Star in Hollywood is a collection of movie she did when she just learned to talk. All babies in diapers. Too Cute! Although some of the movies are not in the best shape it is VERY funny to watch.Movie Review: one you'll remember
Summary: 5 Stars
This was the one I rememberd most of all. I loved Shirley Temple as a child and still enjoy her films. I would have liked to seen a sequil to this one where the father buys the school and....