The Little Vampire
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Movie Reviews of The Little Vampire
Movie Review: Good...as a movie
Summary: 4 Stars
This movie was excellently done. It was well-acted, well-directed, and well-written and the music was fine. It was a great thing to take children to, and any adult can enjoy it if they don't take themselves too seriously-which I think too many do. I would have loved it and given it five stars instead of four if not for one thing-I have been reading and enjoying the books they were based on for years and this movie was nothing like it aside from the basis that a human kid has a young vampire friend named Rudolph. I think the movie could have been improved if Tony had just been older. The kid who actually played him was too young. Anyway, the movie was entirely untrue to the story and the feel that Angela Somer-Bodenburg gave to the books was definitely lacking here. For one, the vampires are now gentle caring wonderful beings. Every character who wasn't completely out of character for the book was overly done. Anna, who I thought sweet and charming in the book, is a driveling annoying little thing you just want to drown. Rudolph's selfishness, cowardice, and double-standard views played well in the book against Tony's responsibility, loyalty, and indignance. In fact, the only character who was even near being up to code was Gregory, the nasty older brother. And the way all the vampires in the book seemed to take pride in being vampires was neat too. Not so in the film. All in all, I don't want anyone to think I totally hated the movie. As I said, it was excellent-in itself. But it's a real disappointment for anyone who read and enjoyed the real Little Vampire stories.Movie Review: A kid's movie that mom and dad will enjoy...
Summary: 4 Stars
Witty, well-acted kids flick that parents will enjoy as well.
A very winning cast, great location, superb kids' story to work with, good production make for some campy scariness for kids with entertainment for mom and dad as well. Charming little movie that appeals to the kid in all of us.The predicament of the cows really did make me laugh out loud.
The acting by one and all was excellent, especially Richard E. Grant as the head of the vampire family. He brought a non-threatening, yet nerve wracking (well, for kids, anyway) presence to the movie. His charming powers over Mrs. Thompson were hysterical, and the entire cast did very well with this movie.
One for the kids that mom and dad will enjoy sitting through, which is a rarity anymore, except for the likes of Shrek.
Oh, and I can't omit Rollo Weeks, as The Little Vampire himself. He was so charming, so perfectly nailed the role of Rudolph. As well as the role for arguably the cutest kid in movies, Jonathan Lipnicki, as Tony Thompson. The crush Anna had on him was acted out adorably by Anna Popplewell, as well. There was just great acting all around in The Little Vampire.
A job well done by all involved. Entertaining, campy, scary enough for the little ones without freaking them out even slightly, and still entertaining for the adults.
Movie Review: A good "First Vampire Movie" for kids..
Summary: 4 Stars
I recently ordered 3 new movies for my girls (ages 4 and 6) for Halloween. I am a vampire movie fanatic..seen them all. Of Course, normally, there aren't many vampire movies that would be appropriate for younger kids of ANY age. So, I was excited to read the good reviews of this one..and I was even more excited to buy my girls their "First Vampire Movie" (in case they follow in the footsteps of my obsession). You'll be able to tell it's a movie that had a lower budget to work with, but overall - it's a great movie for kids. Nothing at all that's too scary for younger children. I'd guess that kids ages 5-10 would enjoy this movie. My 4 year old fell asleep...and my 6 year old liked it. I also bought the Tower of Terror, and the combo pack of Halloweentown I and II. We've really enjoyed them all!!Movie Review: A darling family film.
Summary: 4 Stars
If your youngsters love vampires but aren't ready for the modern horror films of today, then this is the ticket! The lead actor is an adorable, precocious boy who is lonely after his move to Scotland. He has a fascination with vampires, as he dreams of them every night. Little does he know that they are right in his own backyard and the very stone they search for is buried right under his nose. He becomes friends with the vampires and the adventure begins. It seems just right for 5-10 year olds.Movie Review: As Much Fun As A Harry Potter Movie
Summary: 4 Stars
This is for sure a fun movie to watch and I enjoyed it thoroughly. It looks great and has some good special effects.All the actors did a very impressive job.Add the comedy and what's not to like? I love the first 3 Harry Potter movies,and think they are just such fun to watch.I feel the same way about The Little Vampire.