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MisterKSJan 30, 2015

Are you kidding me, critics? This is a very pleasant movie for the ages. I can't believe how low the rating is. I mean, it's impossible not to be charmed by "Annie". Well, there are some cheesy parts, of course. But, the laughs covered itAre you kidding me, critics? This is a very pleasant movie for the ages. I can't believe how low the rating is. I mean, it's impossible not to be charmed by "Annie". Well, there are some cheesy parts, of course. But, the laughs covered it because it keeps on coming and it's done with finesse.

Certain aspects has been updated, and for the better. You could relate more to the plot and its' characters. Many pop culture has been brought up that made my belly shake and some plot changes from the original to make it more believable.

The characters are more lively than the 1982 version, in my opinion. I was doubtful at first when they casted Quvenzhané Wallis for the part, but her performance didn't bother me at all. Every cast did their part very well, even Cameron Diaz although she tends to go over-the-top. But, of course, it's a comedy. There are some room for over-the-top-ness. And the drama balances it with enough heart-rendering moments.

Last but not least, the music. I love it! The arrangements and some additional music from Sia and Greg Kurstin added sparkles to an already great movie.

I think the only thing I'll criticise is the running time. The second act runs a little longer than it should've been. Yet, it never gets boring.

All in all, a very pleasurable experience. Don't bother listening the critics. Watch this movie for what it is, which is a lighthearted family entertainment. You won't be disappointed and end up smiling long after watching it.… Expand

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AbsurdReviewsJan 1, 2015

Prior to seeing this movie, I was very skeptical about this new 'remake' of the classic Annie. I thought that they had changed too much (the name of Oliver Warbucks changed to William Stacks, etc), which originally made led me to thePrior to seeing this movie, I was very skeptical about this new 'remake' of the classic Annie. I thought that they had changed too much (the name of Oliver Warbucks changed to William Stacks, etc), which originally made led me to the conclusion that I would not see the movie. I ended up going anyways with a friend, and I must say- I take back all former remarks about this new Annie movie, as it was phenomenal. I was shocked to see such a low score here on MetaCritic, so here I am to contribute my positive review of this amazing film.… Expand

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booknerdJan 8, 2015

it was pretty good but the original will always be better. My family did foster care and when she went back to live with her mother that what she was doing in the backseat of the car, that made me cry.

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LocoGuy107Jan 3, 2015

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. What's with everyone bullfricking about this movie being "bad"? I mean, yes, the lyrics might be simplistic, and the choreography might be somewhat lacking, and the movie may have a touch of one or two plotholes, but the story's solid and has one of the lightest attitudes I've seen in a long time, even if it's a reboot of a movie I haven't seen. I mean, sure, Big Hero 6 and HTTYD2 may also have their places, but they're animated. It's so much of a happy ride that even if all of you don't find my review helpful at all, it's worth noting that they are at least *trying* to make us happy. Seeing this made me happier than -- slightly unrelated, but -- the modern purple lizard from Toys R Us. Annie is cute, even if she can be hard to look at at times.

Also, I've heard that the Hannigan in this movie is really "bad." Look, she may not be the bloodlust original who has the butler kill Annie at the end, but the modern equivalent of the "mean" nanny still retains her drunkeness in the beginning, and even if Annie doesn't get killed in the end, you gotta remember that movie and plot design has moved to the point that the star protagonists aren't allowed to die, after all. Look at Harry Potter's "death" in DH-Part 2: he came back to life, right? And then Harry becomes happy in the end, right? Happiness is immortal, and death is the end of happiness, so I just accepted the fact that nobody dies and liked the happy ride.… Expand

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smbubbaDec 29, 2014

We saw this with our 8-year-old daughter. She loved the movie. As the parents, we were expecting the worst as we are both familiar with the original Broadway show and the previous film versions. We were pleasantly surprised. We were notWe saw this with our 8-year-old daughter. She loved the movie. As the parents, we were expecting the worst as we are both familiar with the original Broadway show and the previous film versions. We were pleasantly surprised. We were not expecting it to be a cookie-cutter of past versions, which was a good thing - if you have such love for the originals, then this version will annoy you. It brings it to the current age in the rewrites of some of the songs and the inclusion of social media as part of the plot lines. We all thought that the actors did a good job with their characters. The directing and production could have been a bit more honed, but let's not forget that this is a movie made for the younger set. It is heaps better than Spy Kids 4.… Expand

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Queen_KDec 27, 2014

I recently saw the movie and it was amazing. It had a great amount of heart and was incredibly witty with a lot of comedy. All you people who gave it a bad review need to check yourselves just because the main characters were African AmericanI recently saw the movie and it was amazing. It had a great amount of heart and was incredibly witty with a lot of comedy. All you people who gave it a bad review need to check yourselves just because the main characters were African American doesn't mean you should say bad things. I also saw the first movie and it was way too serious it wasn't funny and they made Daddy Warbucks an unemotional rude man so before you say rude things about the remake watch the first then see remake you sons of ****… Expand

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ThegodfathersonDec 28, 2014

Seeing all the negative reviews, I still went ahead and watched the movie. It was a fun movie, if you need a break from the Exodus or the Interview playing in theatres. Walis as Annie is very nice, as she is adorable. Jamie Foxx wasSeeing all the negative reviews, I still went ahead and watched the movie. It was a fun movie, if you need a break from the Exodus or the Interview playing in theatres. Walis as Annie is very nice, as she is adorable. Jamie Foxx was unnecessary but it's alright. Diaz was Not as good but Will Gluck really recreated the songs and whatnot very masterfully. I know this is a childish review, but it's actually very good for family audiences. I would recommend this for kids and families.… Expand

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Glowin3gJan 3, 2015

I was unsure about the movie when I first saw the previews b/c I am a fan of the original Annie. I was invited to take my daughter (age 4) to see it & she has watched the original with me. After seeing the 2014 version I enjoyed it! No itI was unsure about the movie when I first saw the previews b/c I am a fan of the original Annie. I was invited to take my daughter (age 4) to see it & she has watched the original with me. After seeing the 2014 version I enjoyed it! No it wasn't "exactly" like the original which most remakes aren't, it wasn't suppose to be. I feel people are more focused on who played Annie (amongst the other characters ) rather than the plot of the movie itself. It was a updated musical. I would watch it again just as much as the original. Watch the movie for what it is & take color out of it!… Expand

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musico777usDec 22, 2014

For those people saying that "the movie was bad" DON'T FORGET THAT THIS IS A MUSICAL MOVIE FOR KIDS!!! MY FAMILY AND I LOVED IT!! VERY TOUCHING, GREAT ACTORS, GREAT MUSIC!!

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kandiceloveDec 26, 2014

I grew up loving the musical Annie and the 2014 remake of the original has established itself in my book as a classic. I truly believe that this new generation will fall in love with this film, it's cast and it's amazing bonafide songs. JamieI grew up loving the musical Annie and the 2014 remake of the original has established itself in my book as a classic. I truly believe that this new generation will fall in love with this film, it's cast and it's amazing bonafide songs. Jamie fox's spin on the original daddy Warbuck's role really adds an element to Warbuck's character. The way he captures the emotion of love for Annie will leave you in tears. He really makes you believe every emotion he plays. The whole cast performance is excellent no boring roles. Cameron Diaz scores as Miss Hannigan and Mr. Warbucks poll drivers add an edge of excitement the whole way through. The black girl that plays Annie is beautiful and is an amazing actress not to mention has a voice that is captivating! This movie had me shout at the end in the theater "This is the best movie ever!" and I really do mean that it doesn't matter what color Annie is the storyline is universal and crosses all color lines!. I love the old Annie and it will always be a fave of mine but I LOVE the new one even more! Way to Go Pinkett and Carter Family!!!! You hit a home run with this one!:) Children of all colors can now see themselves in roles such as this and I think that's awesome!!.… Expand

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amycastle92Dec 30, 2014

This was a great family film. It was very refreshing and it was lovely and warm. The bad reviews beg me to question if the reviewers watched the film determined not to like so that they could right a miserable review. I thoroughly enjoyed itThis was a great family film. It was very refreshing and it was lovely and warm. The bad reviews beg me to question if the reviewers watched the film determined not to like so that they could right a miserable review. I thoroughly enjoyed it and I think every child would enjoy it also. Definitely worth taking your children (who are probably more open-minded and socially intelligent) to go and see it!… Expand

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bdpDec 28, 2014

I took my two grandchildren to see Annie yesterday and thought it was
great!....Don't be a "hater"...it's just a modern day version...the original will always be a classic and that's fine. This version was good, and definitely worthI took my two grandchildren to see Annie yesterday and thought it was
great!....Don't be a "hater"...it's just a modern day version...the original will always be a classic and that's fine. This version was good, and definitely worth seeing...A good family movie.. I give it a big thumbs up!… Expand

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LegendaryMauDec 19, 2014

I liked a lot the movie,my family liked it ,too.I haven't seen the original movie but I think this work is fresh and brand new,containing new things that the current globalized world offers us and the original didn't.Hey,what about "Asyulus"I liked a lot the movie,my family liked it ,too.I haven't seen the original movie but I think this work is fresh and brand new,containing new things that the current globalized world offers us and the original didn't.Hey,what about "Asyulus" 's review,calm down buddy you don't need to show your disgrace to an actor just for not following the original movie actor's look,it sounds like you are discriminating,more respect please!!!!… Expand

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robbie0630Dec 26, 2014

First off, before the review, let me just say, most of these reviews are comparing the 2014 edition of Annie to the previous two renditions and the musical. They wanted to make an age-old story available to today's youth, without theirFirst off, before the review, let me just say, most of these reviews are comparing the 2014 edition of Annie to the previous two renditions and the musical. They wanted to make an age-old story available to today's youth, without their parents having to give their kids a history lesson in the process. Now, the review. The movie and soundtrack were amazing, with such pretty voices. The storyline was great and modern, adjusted to today's youth. I give it a ten overall.… Expand

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jmoviecriticDec 26, 2014

Loved it. I've seen the original and loved that. This is an updated version and it was well done. Yes it was updated... meaning to modern day, instead of the great depression. So the music, the values, the toys, the attitudes should allLoved it. I've seen the original and loved that. This is an updated version and it was well done. Yes it was updated... meaning to modern day, instead of the great depression. So the music, the values, the toys, the attitudes should all change. If you are looking for the original, watch the original (which was also amazing). But this one has a beautiful new touch for a new generation of families. As a professional musician, I appreciate the arrangements of the the classic songs. They were not overdone, but the sounds and transitions were updated to sound modern. The new Annie is even cuter than the first and Jamie does an outstanding job playing cold and jaded businessman. The storyline is excellent by itself and would deserve at least a 3 stars without anything else but I do believe it was not only done well but took you on an emotional journey. I cannot believe that people are giving this movie low ratings. And to say that Wallis wasn't good?... or sickeningly cute... that sounds crazy or simply like a "hater". I hate saying this, but it makes me ask the question, is it just because this is a black Annie? Truly, to not like this movie I question how much of a heart one could have. I would say its un-american to not like a movie that so portrays the pursuit of happiness that resounds through our American spirit.… Expand

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hkgr1Dec 31, 2014

This movie was put together nicely so that even young children could watch without becoming depressed, unlike the original. It had a very upbeat feel to it. (Please use spell check. It's free and readily available.)

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3ebfan511Sep 5, 2015

It was fine. I liked the humor and story, the singing was a little much at times, but it was still a solidly good comedy. I have however never seen the original, or any stage version and that seems to be what most people complaining aboutIt was fine. I liked the humor and story, the singing was a little much at times, but it was still a solidly good comedy. I have however never seen the original, or any stage version and that seems to be what most people complaining about are comparing it to past versions they already saw. If you have never seen any version of Annie, you might just enjoy it. (It was way better than what I read from critics etc.)… Expand

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punkandglamourJan 11, 2015

I was ready to be mad at the metascore here but then I saw that people rated the original a 39. Don't go to movies for children, if you don't like childrens movies.

I saw the movie at a screening a few week before it was released and thenI was ready to be mad at the metascore here but then I saw that people rated the original a 39. Don't go to movies for children, if you don't like childrens movies.

I saw the movie at a screening a few week before it was released and then again after release.

The reason this doesn't get 10 is because Cameron Diaz's portrayal of Colleen Hannigan is

1) This is a MOVIE-Musical. Not a musical, it's not going to BE a musical. It's been converted to be something for children. A G-Rated version.
2) While the original Orpahn Annie got to know what happened to her family, I feel it's MUCH more realistic that Annie Bennett has no idea who her family is. They could have moved to the other side of the country. Also Annie wasn't fostered or given to an agency, this version of Annie was abandoned outside of a police precinct as a FOUR year old. That's called child endangerment and it's a crime. I seriously doubt even if she was on the news they'd be willing to say "hey we left our child out in the cold in NYC instead of going to a church or filing proper paperwork". They don't even know how old she actually is or her real birthday.

Jamie Fox and Quevhenzane Wallace are great here. When Cameron Diaz sings she's great otherwise BLAH.

This Annie to me is so very relate-able. I know kids in the system and I was one myself. The majority of kids in the foster system are black or latina. Having a white Annie now would be ridiculous considering most of the children who are 10 years old and still in the system don't look anything like a cute redheaded pale child.

It's a good movie and the songs are PHENOMENAL. My Opportunity, The City's Yours, and Who Am I are my personal favorites.… Expand

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james417Oct 14, 2015

I was such a fan of Annie since I was a little girl, so I was really looking forward to watching this latest Annie movie. I loved the singing and dancing. It brings back a lot of great memories of my childhood.

Check this movie hereI was such a fan of Annie since I was a little girl, so I was really looking forward to watching this latest Annie movie. I loved the singing and dancing. It brings back a lot of great memories of my childhood.

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ogowerJun 4, 2016

My family loved this. It occasionally misses the mark but it is entertaining throughout, with a lot of energy in the well put together musical scenes, a mostly great cast with particular note for Quvenzhane Wallis, Jamie Foxx, Rose Byrne andMy family loved this. It occasionally misses the mark but it is entertaining throughout, with a lot of energy in the well put together musical scenes, a mostly great cast with particular note for Quvenzhane Wallis, Jamie Foxx, Rose Byrne and Adewale Akkinuoye-Agbaje and an altogether feel good effect. I expected to hate it and found myself watching the whole thing and caring about the plot and I haven't minded my seven year-old daughter watching it three times over in two days.… Expand