Pete's Dragon (2016) (original) (raw)
A young orphan seeks refuge from his abusive adoptive parents with the help of a pet dragon and a couple who live in a lighthouse.
A young orphan seeks refuge from his abusive adoptive parents with the help of a pet dragon and a couple who live in a lighthouse. (less)
Director: David Lowery
Writers: David Lowery, Toby Halbrooks, Malcolm Marmorstein
Starring: Bryce Dallas Howard, Robert Redford, Oakes Fegley, Oona Laurence, Wes Bentley, Karl Urban
Producer: Jim Whitaker
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Review by Brian Orndorf, August 11, 2016
10 / 10
The original �Pete�s Dragon� is no classic, but the 1977 Walt Disney production isn�t without charm. In an effort to replicate the live-action/animation formula that turned �Mary Poppins� into a smash, the movie goes broad with musical numbers and character design, trying to make every frame lovable. While remake cinema is rarely a positive creative direction, the feature is ripe for a do-over, bringing a tale of a magic and friendship to a new audience. The 2016 �Pete�s Dragon� does away with songs and mugging, focusing on more dramatic pursuits while still celebrating the protective instinct ...read more...
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