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Family Film Reviews

Review: Speed Racer

Despite stunning visual effects, "Speed Racer" is a joyless, over-plotted nostalgia machine. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: D+)
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Review: Nim's Island

Miscalculated direction and disappointing acting make for a fantasy failure. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: D+)
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Review: Horton Hears a Who

An askew pop sensibility gives "Horton Hears a Who" ample charm. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: B)
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Review: Hannah Montana/Miley Cyrus: Best of Both Worlds Concert Tour

Miley Cyrus' energetic performance shines. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: B+)
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Review: National Treasure: Book of Secrets

A "sequel" rehashing the original's story and locations. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: D+)
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Review: Alvin and the Chipmunks

A tired screenplay and a lack of comedic vision combine for mediocre family entertainment. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: C)
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Review: Enchanted

Disney pays homage to past princesses with it's latest endeavor aimed at tweens. Review by Connie Wang. (Grade: C+)
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Review: Enchanted

Amy Adams brings wonder and heart to Disney's latest princess movie. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: B)
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Review: Mr. Magorium's Wonder Emporium

Cacophonous special effects abound in this fanciful family film. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: B)
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Review: Martian Child

A sweet well-intended family drama that's nothing new. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: C+)
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Review: Ratatouille

"Ratatouille" maintains Pixar's high standards, but it overstays its welcome with a bloated running time. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: B)
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Review: Gracie

"Gracie" embraces coming-of-age and empowerment themes without caving to cliches. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: B)
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Review: Shrek the Third

Past success lets the third installment of the "Shrek" franchise settle into a welcome groove. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: B)
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Review: Meet the Robinsons

It took seven writers to create this animated mess? Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: D)
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Review: Unaccompanied Minors

Armed with a talented young cast and a director with a vision, this family film is a pleasant surprise. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: B+)
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Review: Flicka

Unnecessary family angst screws up what should have been a simple story of a girl and a horse. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: D)
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Review: Open Season

Yet another CG flick about talking animals who laugh at farts. How novel. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: D)
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Review: How to Eat Fried Worms

There are big changes in this "Worms" adaptation, but the novel's gross-out factor remains intact. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: B+)
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Review: Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest

Self-awareness and high expectations suck the playfulness out of this "Pirates" sequel. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: C+)
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Review: Cars

Pixar's superb animation is a sight to behold, but the "Cars" storyline lacks creativity. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: C)
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Review: Over the Hedge

Inspired anarchy highlights "Hedge's" best moments, but a by-the-numbers plot limits the film. Review by Brian Orndorf. (Grade: B)
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Review: Hoot

"Hoot" aims to mix family fare with an eco-friendly message, but director Wil Shriner can't tie the threads together. (Grade: C+)
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Review: Akeelah and the Bee

Can you use cliche in a sentence? "The film started well, but quickly fell victim to cliche." Cliche ... C-L-I-C-H-E ... Cliche. (Grade: B-)
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Review: The Wild

Once you get past the similarities to "Madagascar," this animated animal romp actually entertains. (Grade: B-)
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