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Annie, vivacissima orfanella, vive in un orfanotrofio con altre sue amichette agli ordini della signorina direttrice, beona e spasimante per gli uomini nonostante la non più verde età. Le bambine cantano e ballano con gaiezza indiavolata e fanno impazzire la responsabile della loro custodia. Un bel giorno capita nell'istituto la signorina Grace, segretaria del signor Warbucks, magnate dell'industria americana, per invitare a palazzo un'orfanella come ospite per una settimana. La scelta naturalmente cade su Annie. La scena si sposta, (dopo che la piccola protagonista aveva tentato di fuggire per ritrovare i suoi genitori che l'avevano abbandonata dieci anni prima all'istituto con un mezzo medaglione al collo, mentre l'altra metà era conservata dalla direttrice come futura prova di riconoscimento), nella ricchissima villa di Warbucks. Warbucks, che fino allora non aveva visto nella sua vita che soldi, un po' alla volta si apre alla comprensione ed all'affetto per quell'esserino indifeso, che gli cinguetta attorno. Egli l'aiuterà a soddisfare il suo più gande desiderio, ritrovare i genitori. Mette a disposizione una forte somma di denaro nella speranza che si rifacciano vivi, ma suscita soltanto la cupidigia tra gli altri del fratello e della cognata della direttrice. Annie riesce a sfuggire ad un falso papà: inseguimento di lui, a sua volta inseguito con grande dispiego di mezzi della polizia, raggiunto e punito. Annie verrà adottata da "papà Warbucks e da mamma Grace" che finiranno con lo sposarsi.
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By Honeypie
Format:DVD
After reading other reviews slating this film for a less exciting ending and having missing songs.... please read up on the history of this musical. It is a stage production and this Disney version stays very true to the stage musical and score. There are still omissions, in particular the Herbert Hoover song by the homeless people and also the Tomorrow song in the White House. But in the main it is a much more realistic adaptation than the Aileen Quinn 1981 film which just changed huge chunks and added songs (like the hideous Let's Go to the Movies sequence instead of the much more captivating NYC). How anyone can prefer the 1981 version is beyond me, the characters of Annie, Grace and Warbucks are so much more likeable in this one and Kathy Bates is believable as Miss Hannigan (although I do feel that Carol Burnett's MH was the saving grace of the 1981 film). Where Grace sings Tomorrow to Annie to comfort her after her "parents" have turned up for her is extremely touching and it is easy to engage with the characters. Definitely give this movie a try, it is lovely.
16 of 17 people found the following review helpful
By "kt1982"
Format:VHS Tape
For anyone who's been in or seen the stage version of this show you'll really appreciate this production. Directed by Rob Marshall (also responsible for Chicago) it is a much better representation of the original show than the 1981 film. Songs like "Something was missing" and "NYC" have been included plus the song "Tomorrow" has been put back in the right place which makes much more sense. There is also a special guest appearance from Andrea McArdle who played the original Annie on Broadway. Speaking of the lead, the girl who plays it is very impressive as is alot of the choreography. Yeah, it gets a bit Disney at times and has a rather strange ending, but after all it is a kids film and my 6 year old cousin was gripped, amused and walking around for a week saying "i love you miss hannigan".
Overall i prefer it to the original as it captures the sense of the show much better and cuts out alot of the Hollywood rubbish.
Overall i prefer it to the original as it captures the sense of the show much better and cuts out alot of the Hollywood rubbish.
22 of 24 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
With songs such as Hard Knock Life, You're Never Fully Dressed (without a smile) and Let's Go to the Movies, 'Annie' is sure to put a smile on your face. The story is well known... little orphan Annie is living in a 1920's orphanage in New York, run by the drunken tyrant Miss Hannigan. Local millionaire Oliver Warbucks invites an orphan to stay at his mansion for a week as a humanitarian gesture (in other words to get good publicity) and yes, our friend Annie is the lucky thing that stays there and proceeds to win his heart. However Annie's heart lies with finding her real parents, which prompts Miss Hannigan and her brother Rooster into forming a dastardly plan which is set to tear Annie and Daddy Warbucks apart...
This is an uplifting and heart-warming film which should delight children and adults alike. A worthy addition to any DVD collection, should this kind of film be your cup of tea.
This is an uplifting and heart-warming film which should delight children and adults alike. A worthy addition to any DVD collection, should this kind of film be your cup of tea.
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Annie
My niece can't go anywhere without her copy! All my family have now watched due to Elizabeth and she is only 4 year old
Published 22 days ago by Pen Name
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Never gets tired
Love it. Doesn't get old. I've introduced this to so many kids now and they've loved it too. It's a classic.
Published 25 days ago by JoTaylor
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My wife and daughter love it
Not so much for me, but my wife and daughter love the film, so that is good enough for me.
Published 26 days ago by s_d_c
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No as I could not play this DVD in the UK !!!!! Total waste of time sending it to me. I did not realise it was a U S A import but would have thought the company would have realised... Read more
Published 27 days ago by Carol
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One of the most enjoyable musicale films that all the family can sit down and watch, Aileen Quinn & Tim Curry are just two actors that make this film one of the all time... Read more
Published 1 month ago by K. Tilson
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i love it
i love this dvd and my children love
this was a praz for a friend child she love it ,
this was a praz for a friend child she love it ,
Published 1 month ago by jodie smith
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bought for my 2 year old daughter who loves this so to any parent don't get this as it will really annoy you lol
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Annie for Mum
Bought by me on behalf of my grandchildren (a 12 and 8yr old who paid for it) for their Mum's 40th birthday. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Ray H
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Annie
This is the umpteenth time I have watched this film and it will not be the last time either. I just love it and Aileen Quinn is just so good. I recommend it for all ages.
Published 1 month ago by Shirlene
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2 hours peace
Purchased Annie for my 3 year old granddaughter she loves it and sits the whole 2 hours singing away giving me 2 hours peace
Published 2 months ago by nigel
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