Bridge to Terabithia
Buena Vista Pictures | Release Date: February 16, 2007
7.4
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Generally favorable reviews based on 303 Ratings
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8
AndrewR.Feb 19, 2007
An enjoyable movie, but not what I was expecting. Not really the fantasy you are lead to believe from the trailers.
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NikkiFeb 19, 2007
This was a GREAT movie and I highly recommend it. Many people complain that it isn't like Narnia but I'm glad its not. Its different (which is good) and shouldn't be/not meant to be like Narnia. People are complaining that This was a GREAT movie and I highly recommend it. Many people complain that it isn't like Narnia but I'm glad its not. Its different (which is good) and shouldn't be/not meant to be like Narnia. People are complaining that they aren't in Terabithia a lot when I'm glad they aren't, since it's only a made up world. I highly suggest this for familys.… Expand
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PaulK.Feb 19, 2007
For everyone who's seen the trailers/tv spots, be careful: Narnia this is not. The studio tricks you into believing this is an action packed fantasy film...a clever device to lure you in. Once I figured out the rouse, I was a little For everyone who's seen the trailers/tv spots, be careful: Narnia this is not. The studio tricks you into believing this is an action packed fantasy film...a clever device to lure you in. Once I figured out the rouse, I was a little bummed, but Anna Sophia Robb's winning character Leslie drew me in and allowed the major plot point toward the end to elevate what could have been mediocre at best. I would have loved to have seen this when I was in grade school. Parents could do far worse.… Expand
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ChristineB.Feb 19, 2007
I agree with the official newspaper views that this is a good moral movie but at the same time I was disappointed at the lack of special effects which seemed so promissing in the previews. I did not read the book therefore I was not aware I agree with the official newspaper views that this is a good moral movie but at the same time I was disappointed at the lack of special effects which seemed so promissing in the previews. I did not read the book therefore I was not aware that in the book the fact was stressed that Terabithia was really only a fantasy in the children's minds, Since I am a fairytale- and specialeffects lover I felt that the movie was promoted in a way that was misleading people for the sake of making them buy the tickets. I won't add it to my DVD collection!… Expand
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RC.Feb 19, 2007
If people would actually read books, they would know what the story is about and that the fantasy aspect is a very small part of it. Typical of the American viewing public to not enjoy the source of the story prior to paying the money to If people would actually read books, they would know what the story is about and that the fantasy aspect is a very small part of it. Typical of the American viewing public to not enjoy the source of the story prior to paying the money to passively watch it.… Expand
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10
LynnB.Feb 19, 2007
Very true to the book - excellent protrayal of emotion and made you use your own imagination. I loved the book, and was truely happy with how the movie presented the book. The children actors were excellent and the interactions and Very true to the book - excellent protrayal of emotion and made you use your own imagination. I loved the book, and was truely happy with how the movie presented the book. The children actors were excellent and the interactions and relationships were protrayed wonderfully. Highly recommended… Expand
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MelissaB.Feb 19, 2007
This was a horrible film for the family that was falsely advertised by Disney. What is advertised as a "Chronicles of Narnia" is actually a Disney channel-quality film about middle school lifewith a tragic ending. We took our children to see This was a horrible film for the family that was falsely advertised by Disney. What is advertised as a "Chronicles of Narnia" is actually a Disney channel-quality film about middle school lifewith a tragic ending. We took our children to see it and we all kept waiting for the film to make its transition into the fantasy world, which is never does until the end except for small moments. For the majority of the film, our family had to plod through a B movie plot and acting about middle school life. The worst part was when the lead character suddenly dies, leaving our family completely abandoned, like Psycho, turning this fantasy film into a horror/tradegy film akin to Pan's Labryrinth, which is a masterpiece and advertised as directed by the master of horror. Our entire family left the theatre deeply angered by this film and wish we had never gone to see it. We felt duped by Disney.… Expand
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9
KevinT.Feb 19, 2007
I loved this movie. Aside from some technical aspects (dubbing) that was a bit distracting and some rushed scenes and dialogue, this is a classic family film that has something to say. The tragedy in the film is what makes it stand out from I loved this movie. Aside from some technical aspects (dubbing) that was a bit distracting and some rushed scenes and dialogue, this is a classic family film that has something to say. The tragedy in the film is what makes it stand out from a typical fantasy/coming of age movie. I cried for the last 20 minutes, at first because I was sad, and soon enough, for the touching, heartwarming way in which it ended. I can't wait to see it again. (And I'm 39 years old!)… Expand
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JackS.Feb 18, 2007
I would have given it a higher score, but this movie wasn't the movie they marketed to the public. The trailer makes it seem that you would be swept away into this magical land. You spend the whole movie waiting to enter Terabithia, I would have given it a higher score, but this movie wasn't the movie they marketed to the public. The trailer makes it seem that you would be swept away into this magical land. You spend the whole movie waiting to enter Terabithia, which doesn't happen until the very end. The story was fine and the acting was fine, I just didn't get to enjoy it because I kept looking at my watch wondering when they were going to jump into this magical land. when they finally do, the ending credits roll. Not cool.… Expand
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5
EricaC.Feb 18, 2007
Great movie for families and kids...Not so much for the rest of us. After seeing Pan's Lab, this was truly aweful. But I can see how 12 year olds and under could enjoy it.
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10
PatriciaB.Feb 18, 2007
One of the best live action kids movies I have ever seen. A real treasure. I was a fan of the book, yet my hopes weren't high when I saw the trailer which emphasized the effects... but the movie more than delivers on the delicate One of the best live action kids movies I have ever seen. A real treasure. I was a fan of the book, yet my hopes weren't high when I saw the trailer which emphasized the effects... but the movie more than delivers on the delicate evolution of Jess and Leslie's special friendship. The casting was pitch-perfect and the director made the excellent choice of giving the story a timeless feel, rather than trying to update it and pander to the kids out there who idolize Nicole Richie and Paris Hilton. This is also a wonderful film for people in their 30's and 40's who grew up reading the book - it really transports you back to your childhood, thanks to the costuming and set design. Bridge to Terabithia is a film worth recommending to kids (who can handle the sad parts) and adults.… Expand
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DeliaR.Feb 17, 2007
This movie was incredible. I sobbed, along with my friend. AnnaSophia and Josh totally get into thier characters, and have wonderful acting skills. A wonderful movie, worth seeing, love, love LOVE!
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SethP.Feb 16, 2007
Horrible storytelling. Very inefficient and cliche. The movie essentially recycled the same 4 scenes: Jesse's family is poor and it sucks at home, school sucks because kids pick on him, music class at school where Jesse is either really Horrible storytelling. Very inefficient and cliche. The movie essentially recycled the same 4 scenes: Jesse's family is poor and it sucks at home, school sucks because kids pick on him, music class at school where Jesse is either really happy or really sad, and playtime with Leslie in the forest. A good script/director would have summed up the first hour of this film in 10 minutes. Then they would have had 50 minutes to add real character and story to this film before the climax, in which the movie hits a completely different note. To make things worse, when the movie did stray from the 4 kinds of scenes mentioned above, it was completely meaningless and unneeded: Jesse painting with Leslie's family, Leslie going to church with Jesse's family. This movie has a clear agenda and has no subtlety in sharing it with the audience. This is a horrible movie with a horrible script and horribly directed. I had no problems with the acting or CGI, but acting and CGI don't make a movie good or bad in themselves.… Expand
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10
DeliaR.Feb 16, 2007
This movie was incredible. I sobbed, along with my friend. AnnaSophia and Josh totally get into thier characters, and have wonderful acting skills. A wonderful movie, worth seeing, love, love LOVE!
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[Anonymous]Feb 16, 2007
Bridge To Terabithia gave a good try, but wasn't as good as the book. Josh Hutcherson was perfect for Jesse, but Anna Sophia Robb could have been replaced, though she was alright. Good effort. Derserves an eight. Not DVD buying worthy.
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10
RickA.Feb 15, 2007
Disney movie at it's best. If you don't walk out of this feeling good - what's the matter with you?!?
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10
LauraR.Feb 14, 2007
Outstanding film! I can't wait to see it again the day it opens. This is a movie my kids and their friends will see many times over...and I will probably be right behind them. You're crazy if you miss this one (ignore the trailers).
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10
StephenP.Feb 14, 2007
We were able to see the film at the premiere and it grabbed the entire audience from the opening scenes to the very end, putting us through an emotional rollercoaster. You can't help getting sucked up into this movie's world. The We were able to see the film at the premiere and it grabbed the entire audience from the opening scenes to the very end, putting us through an emotional rollercoaster. You can't help getting sucked up into this movie's world. The characters are completely believable and sympathetic: Josh Hutcherson and Anna Sophia Robb simply become Jess and Leslie. This movie is a must-see for all ages.… Expand
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