Annie

Columbia Pictures | Release Date: December 19, 2014

5.1	USER SCORE Mixed or average reviews based on 139 Ratings

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danielle33Feb 5, 2016

basically this movie has ruined my childhood the songs are nothing like the originals Annie has better clothing than me and she is supposed to be an orphan and then she has Instagram and twitter and sandy is a well groomed dog that shouldbasically this movie has ruined my childhood the songs are nothing like the originals Annie has better clothing than me and she is supposed to be an orphan and then she has Instagram and twitter and sandy is a well groomed dog that should actually be a scruffy shaggy dog I get yous are trying to make it different but the original is the best… Expand

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SMVJan 24, 2020

A modern "diverse" take on the original, changing the race of the modern characters to please the ever- offended amongst the public. The movie has changed more than just the characters, it has changed the message of the movie to be moreA modern "diverse" take on the original, changing the race of the modern characters to please the ever- offended amongst the public. The movie has changed more than just the characters, it has changed the message of the movie to be more politically correct. The film is a farce, I did waste my time trying to watch it, I didn't make it all the way through before I shut it off. Don't make the same mistake.… Expand

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ArchAngelAriesJul 17, 2020

This film, like so many others nowadays, fell victim to a woke political ideology. The character design, plot, and writing took a back seat to service a political message replacing an iconic story and character with a ethnic spin that justThis film, like so many others nowadays, fell victim to a woke political ideology. The character design, plot, and writing took a back seat to service a political message replacing an iconic story and character with a ethnic spin that just doesn't work here. Good on the cast for doing their best with what they're given; Jamie Fox, Cameron Diaz, Quvenzhane Wallis all do decent jobs portraying the characters they were given... But overall, the film falls flat because of the improper translation from a film originally set in the great depression, featuring an outspoken spunky little girl orphan who can charm the ice off of a billionaire's heart and beat up any boy bully who crosses her path, into a bland urban interpretation that neither represents the original or executes well on its own.

Furthermore, the very beginning of the film teases to the uneducated (or naïve) a sense of nostalgia by opening with the original "Annie" looking character, only to spit in the nostalgic person's eye as if to say "Ha! You thought it was gonna be about a white girl? Nope this is a black girl's story now!" Which in all honesty that particular aspect of this film does the original a major disservice. This foul might've been able to be overcome, if some of the most important aspects of the original were truly honored, and if the writing at least aspired to be on par with its predecessor, but once again, the writing and execution fall second fiddle to the agenda that Hollywood decides that viewers need crammed down their throats.

By no means am I against swapping a character's race to a Black, or Hispanic, or Asian, or whatever... But, when it's obvious that your main focus is identity politics, race baiting, and ant-male feminist rhetoric, instead of remaking a storytelling musical masterpiece with proper flow, and emotion, and impact, and pizazz... Then you spend all your Hollywood film budget catering to a minor part of the population who statistics say are more than likely to torrent your films than buy them or financially support them in anyway, and boycott them if you rub their woke sensibilities one nanometer in the wrong direction. And by doing so alienate any core fanbase that could've possibly been entertained by your remake, if you had done it right. In short, the film is a flop. It couldn't decide if it wanted to be a fresh new story from the modern black orphan perspective, or an entertaining nostalgic cash grab. So instead, it failed at both. If you are a fan of the original, I would surmise that you would be nonstop cringing through this botched abortion of a film. It would've been much better off trying to be a more down to earth Black Orphan Musical story or a strict "parallel" remake, than what drivel this dumpster fire masquerading as a film spews out of its proverbial cake-hole. Avoid this film at all costs if you have any love for the original, or even if you are seeking to be entertained by a quality picture, because this one? This one is not it.… Expand

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ScribeHardDec 22, 2014

Annie reeks of one of those vanity projects where a bunch of rich and famous people who are good at certain things thought they could translate their knowledge of those things into a good movie. In this case, two of the film’s rich and famousAnnie reeks of one of those vanity projects where a bunch of rich and famous people who are good at certain things thought they could translate their knowledge of those things into a good movie. In this case, two of the film’s rich and famous producers – Jay-Z and Will Smith – certainly know a thing or two about music. But knowing music and the music business, even in the context of also knowing movies and the movie business (in Smith’s case), does not make someone an expert on movie musicals. This film is hard knock proof of that.… Expand

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kriebelrDec 21, 2014

Let me start with the good points: Jamie Fox did a nice job of playing Stacks, the new Warbucks. That almost sickeningly cute Wallis kid was just that. Hard Knock Life was a well done musical number. There were a few funny cute moments thatLet me start with the good points: Jamie Fox did a nice job of playing Stacks, the new Warbucks. That almost sickeningly cute Wallis kid was just that. Hard Knock Life was a well done musical number. There were a few funny cute moments that made me smile.

Now for a longer list. Cameron Diaz was not a good Hannigan. It was pretty much unwatchable any time she was on the screen. The acting in general was terrible. They really should have done a lot more singing, because at least then things were tolerable. That being said, the musical numbers weren't good. Not over the top enough, but subdued just enough to be awkward and weird.

On top of that, the movie never addressed the key point of: Just where are Annie's parents? I feel bad for this movie Annie...she's going to live her life with the rich Stacks and never know if here parents are alive or not. In the stage production that is address.

Save you money. Watch it at home if you watch it at all. Or better yet, look up Hard Knock Life on YouTube and just watch that.… Expand

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csw12Dec 20, 2014

Annie is a god awful film that is shockingly worst when nobody is singing. If the purpose was to feel empathy for Annie and create a emotional connection between the characters, than its nearly a failure. Some of the songs are the worst I'veAnnie is a god awful film that is shockingly worst when nobody is singing. If the purpose was to feel empathy for Annie and create a emotional connection between the characters, than its nearly a failure. Some of the songs are the worst I've ever heard from a musical and Cameron Diaz gives one of the worst performances of the year.… Expand

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DontBeSaltyJan 22, 2015

This movie is painful and pointless interpretation of a classic that needlessly and awkwardly changes race out of pure desperation to get some kind of response from viewers and shield itself from criticism. Having a black Annie makes noThis movie is painful and pointless interpretation of a classic that needlessly and awkwardly changes race out of pure desperation to get some kind of response from viewers and shield itself from criticism. Having a black Annie makes no sense, and it doesnt justify the films existence at all so the agenda has to be something out of vanity, a crime Will Smith is so guilty of it discredits him as an actor. Cameron Diaz also can't seem to stop sucking for one second to act.… Expand

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TisonDec 19, 2014

Horrible. The original is so much better than the newer version. The original version for the musical was amazing. But the newer version plain sucks. Don't see the newer version.

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KadeemluvmusicDec 25, 2014

I love Quvenzhane Wallis and Jamie Foxx's performance, but somebody forgot to watch the original Annie and see how it's done. Look, I don't wanna be so mean to Sony, but making a reboot to the beloved 1982 Annie feels like you wanted to makeI love Quvenzhane Wallis and Jamie Foxx's performance, but somebody forgot to watch the original Annie and see how it's done. Look, I don't wanna be so mean to Sony, but making a reboot to the beloved 1982 Annie feels like you wanted to make tons of money at the box office and should probably get awards. Unfortunately, the movie stinks. Cameron Diaz. Why is that blonde bimbo in this movie, anyway? She did her worse in Sex Tape, now this. In the original, Hannigan is one of the greatest villains of all time where she was a drunken caretaker and punish many orphanage girls like doing chores, scrubbing the bathroom, and allowing her butler, Rooster, to kill Annie. Dude, Carol Burnett was in the original. A true legendary classic. This is what musical movies is all about. But this Hannigan by Diaz, just complete rubbish. If any movie that should be in the worst movies of 2014 is Annie. Don't even bother seeing it this Christmas because once the Razzies coming up, Worst Remake, Prequel, Reboot, or Sequel, Worst Actress (Diaz), Worst Director, and Worst Picture should do the trick.… Expand

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hollowficationDec 24, 2014

this was worst movie ever i mean why did the even remake a movie that been Remake so many time

let see Annie was done 1970s remade 4 times all singing all dancing this version was nothing no singing just movie using based 2014 humor forthis was worst movie ever i mean why did the even remake a movie that been Remake so many time

let see Annie was done 1970s remade 4 times all singing all dancing this version was nothing no singing just movie using based 2014 humor for old musical..

Even my friend took his daughter to see this flick ended up walking out 10 mins thru they prefer old version expected it to be all singing all dancing. So they at least got the money back they saw alexander terrible day movie… Expand

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SuperficialityFeb 7, 2015

Rehash of a classic musical but it was terrible. My mother and I watched the first, but this one was a mess. Nothing was wrong with a black girl as a lead, but the acting was disgusting.

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Costs1129Jan 3, 2015

The movie was an audio/visual assault. My wife forced me to take her to watch it. 20 minutes in she was already whispering apologies for the wreck and regret of wasting her movie choice turn on such a poorly directed piece. It seems the castThe movie was an audio/visual assault. My wife forced me to take her to watch it. 20 minutes in she was already whispering apologies for the wreck and regret of wasting her movie choice turn on such a poorly directed piece. It seems the cast and director never had a sit down to review and cohesive vision for the remake thoughout the entire filming.… Expand

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partyinthebackDec 26, 2014

My wife and I went to see this and both left a little over 30 minutes in. Believe me, this is quite possibly the worst film of 2014, and I've seen quite a few stinkers. Save your money and sanity - AVOID ANNIE!

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AsyulusDec 19, 2014

The movie was overall a complete mess. It doesnt follow quite of the original musical. Plus, the main character is black and african, as opposed to the white in orgininal.

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lomeliApr 27, 2015

Quvenzhane Wallis shines, but that can't help "Annie" from feeling like the result of what would happen if you took the plot from "The Game Plan" and made it into a musical where everyone sounds like T-Pain. Cameron Diaz is just unbearable;Quvenzhane Wallis shines, but that can't help "Annie" from feeling like the result of what would happen if you took the plot from "The Game Plan" and made it into a musical where everyone sounds like T-Pain. Cameron Diaz is just unbearable; she needs to retire.… Expand

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dyshpoMar 20, 2015

Too much pedo vibe for me Jamie Foxx. Casting of this movie was way off no one fit their roles. Also did anyone receive music or vocal training I know Foxx cant sing but really there has to be the current cast of any production of AnnieToo much pedo vibe for me Jamie Foxx. Casting of this movie was way off no one fit their roles. Also did anyone receive music or vocal training I know Foxx cant sing but really there has to be the current cast of any production of Annie around to do this. Or it could be these types of stories cant be done in modern times without being creepy.… Expand

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GhostDragon1977Jun 6, 2023

Woke movie that was terrible at best. Script sucked, worse than high school acting, story was lame and the production was the worst I have seen in a long time. Total waste of money and time.

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