Hoot
New Line Cinema | Release Date: May 5, 2006
6.2
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Generally favorable reviews based on 34 Ratings
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lukechristianscMay 6, 2015
From the filmmakers of the clever adventurous western film "Holes" bring us another film adaptation called 'Hoot' Starring Logan Lerman, Brie Larson and Cody Linley. Director Will Shriner's adapted screenplay is not well made and the filmFrom the filmmakers of the clever adventurous western film "Holes" bring us another film adaptation called 'Hoot' Starring Logan Lerman, Brie Larson and Cody Linley. Director Will Shriner's adapted screenplay is not well made and the film misses elements in Hiaasen's best selling novel, Lerman does a B level acting and Luke Wilson looks clueless as an officer (I could imagine better actors playing this role). Fans of the book will be disappointed as I was watching Shriner's flat direction ruin the adaptation. But the film's message is caring and important for children, the film looks gorgeous but the film falls flat like a pancake don't let Hiaasen's film fool you! Grade C-… Expand
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BlogDog123Jun 6, 2012
Having never read the book, I still found this movie enjoyable. Sure, not everything is good (Luke Wilson's portrayal as a hapless cop seems out of place in the movie, and some acting is suspect), but nonetheless, Hoot is a touching,Having never read the book, I still found this movie enjoyable. Sure, not everything is good (Luke Wilson's portrayal as a hapless cop seems out of place in the movie, and some acting is suspect), but nonetheless, Hoot is a touching, warm-hearted film that everyone should enjoy.… Expand
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homer4presidentJun 12, 2016
Doesn't really hold up to the book, but is a good adaptation. Captures the spirit and is an overall enjoyable movie with good young actors and a good story.
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10
TheTruthBringerJul 19, 2015
This movie is awesome,yet so underrated.
One of Brie Larson's bear films.
I do miss the days when she did do films like this. She used to communicate with her fans back then too. The Book and The Film is great and I wouldn't changeThis movie is awesome,yet so underrated.
One of Brie Larson's bear films.
I do miss the days when she did do films like this.
She used to communicate with her fans back then too.
The Book and The Film is great and I wouldn't change nothing about it except me be there then.… Expand
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PaulK.May 4, 2006
This reminded me of those afterschool specials I use to watch on TV in the early 80's. It has a great message and Logan Lerman is convincing as the main character, but the dialogue and acting ability of the rest of the cast is uneven. This reminded me of those afterschool specials I use to watch on TV in the early 80's. It has a great message and Logan Lerman is convincing as the main character, but the dialogue and acting ability of the rest of the cast is uneven. Similarly, Luke Wilson was sorely miscast as the bumbling good cop. I'm guessing the children's novel is way better than this adaptation.… Expand
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JimH.May 7, 2006
This film is for those who love Florida -- the real Florida rather than the manufactured Florida, for fans of Carl Hiaasen, and for environmentalists. The stars are the Florida scenics -- lovingly photographed, and the owls. Like many good This film is for those who love Florida -- the real Florida rather than the manufactured Florida, for fans of Carl Hiaasen, and for environmentalists. The stars are the Florida scenics -- lovingly photographed, and the owls. Like many good stories, there are embelleshments. The bullodozer is huge, the characters are colorful, and the plot vividly drawn. But, as for most stories, one must sit back, suspend disbelief, and enjoy the show. For those who do, and for the filmgoers described above, the film will be warm and engaging.… Expand
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MarcN.May 4, 2006
There are so many jaded critics out there who demand that films be dark and edgy in order to be considered "good" that it is not surprising that some would not enjoy Hoot. But they lose sight of the fact that Hoot is not aimed at film There are so many jaded critics out there who demand that films be dark and edgy in order to be considered "good" that it is not surprising that some would not enjoy Hoot. But they lose sight of the fact that Hoot is not aimed at film critics but at families. It was refreshing to see a film that championed kids being kids -- not MTV wannabees. The idea that if we act locally we can make a difference is also a story worth seeing. The acting is spirited, the soundtrack is fun, and kids will enjoy it. Another winner from Walden Media and New Line.… Expand
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CathyS.May 6, 2006
Great family film. Heartwarming, Beautiful, Enjoyable.
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RBrooksCJun 8, 2006
Any film that show ecoterrorists and no punishment for their ecoterrorism is a failure. It is one thing to teach children responsibility and love for, and care of the enviroment. It is another thing to teach them illegal activities to get Any film that show ecoterrorists and no punishment for their ecoterrorism is a failure. It is one thing to teach children responsibility and love for, and care of the enviroment. It is another thing to teach them illegal activities to get what they want.… Expand
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AshleyeE.Oct 3, 2006
Read the book, it is great.
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JessicaA.May 16, 2006
I highly recommend Hoot if you are looking for a good film with a strong message of environmentalism and responsibility for your kids. I took my family to a screening and we had a ball. We had all read the book ( several times) and found the I highly recommend Hoot if you are looking for a good film with a strong message of environmentalism and responsibility for your kids. I took my family to a screening and we had a ball. We had all read the book ( several times) and found the film to be a faithful representation of the book. We loved it!… Expand
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PeterH.May 7, 2006
HOOT was a fun film. Neat story. Good music. Worth spending the ticket price and a couple of hours.
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LingH.Sep 8, 2007
I loved the movie in the first place but when MY name came up as a janitor, that was my next favorite movie. my lifetime achievement will be a janitor. rock on other ling ho!
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JayMMay 11, 2006
For a kid's movie, this was terrific. My 6 1/2 and 9 year olds loved it, got caught up in the adventure, and now want to be environmentalists. The message about standing up for what you believe in is well done -- even if the villians For a kid's movie, this was terrific. My 6 1/2 and 9 year olds loved it, got caught up in the adventure, and now want to be environmentalists. The message about standing up for what you believe in is well done -- even if the villians are too simplistic.… Expand
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RichR.Aug 25, 2006
Come on people, this is a cute movie. It has all kinds of hilarious jokes embedded in it, and shows off a beautiful, vanishing Florida. I mean, I grew up in LA, so I don't know Florida for beans, but I loved what I saw in this show. Come on people, this is a cute movie. It has all kinds of hilarious jokes embedded in it, and shows off a beautiful, vanishing Florida. I mean, I grew up in LA, so I don't know Florida for beans, but I loved what I saw in this show. What's more, the kids are nice to each other, pretty much. Worth seeing on many levels, yes.… Expand
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