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This live-action version of EB White's novel doesn't have quite the magic of, say, Toy Story. Instead of entertainment the whole family can be enthralled with, Stuart Little is squarely aimed, and successfully so, at the four to 10-year-old viewer. Does this make it a bad family film? Not in the slightest. The gee-whiz visual effects (created by original Star Wars wizard John Dykstra) and the film's ebullient wholesomeness make this a welcome addition to the home library.
In EB White's world, it's hardly surprising that human parents would adopt "outside their species". The smooth-talking mouse Stuart (voiced by Michael J Fox) seems the perfect new child for parents Geena Davis and Hugh Laurie, especially with an adorable wardrobe of very small sweaters and pants. Stuart has more difficulty fitting in with the Little's family cat, Snowbell (voiced by Nathan Lane, who also deftly voiced Timon in director Rob Minkoff's last feature, The Lion King). The simple story deals with Stuart trying to fit in with his new life, including big brother George (Jerry Maguire's scene-stealing Jonathan Lipnicki). And of course there's an adventure when Snowbell's schemes put Stuart into real danger from the devious plans of an alley cat named Smokey (voiced by Chazz Palminteri). Brisk--85 minutes--amusing and tolerably cute, Stuart Little stands tall. Two curios: The effects are so cleanly done that we could call Stuart the first successfully computer-animated actor, and the screenplay was co-written by M Night Shyamalan, who made bigger waves in 1999 writing and directing The Sixth Sense. --Doug Thomas, Amazon.com
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E.B. White's family classic about the mouse who came to supper...and stayed. Starring Geena Davis and the voice of Michael J. Fox.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
By Jay
Format:DVD
This is a great movie for parents to watch with their kids. How can you not even like this film. Even with stars in here like Geena Davis, Hugh Laurie, Michael J. Fox, Jonthan Lipnicki, Dabeney Coleman, Julia Sweeney and Patch Adams' Harold Gould. As the movie opens, Mr. Little and Mrs. Little (Hugh Laurie and Geene Davis) decide to adopt a younger brother for George Little (Jonthan Lipnicki). But instead of coming home with a boy, they come home with a mouse they named Stuart Little (voice of Michael J. Fox). And the family cat named Snowbell (voice of Nathan Lane) doesn't like the idea of having Stuart Little as a master instead of lunch.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
By A Customer
Format:VHS Tape
To be honest, I really wasn't to keen on watching this film but I sat down at Christmas and watched it with the family and I couldn't believe what a great film it was.
The mouse and the cats really did it for this film and the way it was put together is great. I recommend Stuart Little to anyone of age.
In one word ....... FANTASTIC !!!!!
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
Charming family fantasy featuring the vocal talents of Michael J Fox as an orphaned mouse who is adopted by a human family.
Despised by the family cat, resented by his lonely `brother' George, and shunned by his new relatives; Stuart sets out to prove himself worthy of the Little name, and this live-action film with an animated star demonstrates how far the industry has come in terms of special effects.
The film has two parts - seemingly ending happily after Stuart enables George to win the annual New York City model boat race; Stuart's parents then arrive to reclaim him and a whole new adventure begins.
With a sequel also available on DVD, and a projected third Stuart Little movie in the pipeline; this fun and fluffy tale is perfect for kids, and great - if slightly cloying - for parents. The DVD is good value for money as it has numerous extras including a fascinating behind the scenes making-of.
Despised by the family cat, resented by his lonely `brother' George, and shunned by his new relatives; Stuart sets out to prove himself worthy of the Little name, and this live-action film with an animated star demonstrates how far the industry has come in terms of special effects.
The film has two parts - seemingly ending happily after Stuart enables George to win the annual New York City model boat race; Stuart's parents then arrive to reclaim him and a whole new adventure begins.
With a sequel also available on DVD, and a projected third Stuart Little movie in the pipeline; this fun and fluffy tale is perfect for kids, and great - if slightly cloying - for parents. The DVD is good value for money as it has numerous extras including a fascinating behind the scenes making-of.
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Bought this as a present for my grandson but both my husband and I thoroughly enjoyed it. The encounters with Snowbell the cat are hilarious and there are many witty and funny... Read more
Published 2 months ago by chrissyCJ
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Lovely film
Bought this for my son who is autistic. He wanted my to buy it after watching it on T V
Published 3 months ago by margaret lynch
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The Little Family Just Got Bigger
A really cute little mouse is adopted by a family and start a new life with a mother, father and even a little brother. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Lord Anon
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Good film
A charming film for the whole family. I recommend this unreservedly, and will enjoy watching it with my grandchildren over Christmas.
Published 5 months ago by Dr. D. Brand
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Still Brings a Tear To The Eye
I remember back in the day (1999) when my dad brought me to the cinema to see this film. On a personal note, both he and my mam were in the process of a bitter breakup, and that's... Read more
Published 6 months ago by Fox in the Box
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A super film for Kids and grownups
This is a super Family film and was found to be in good condition. I orinally purchased it for when my Great Grandchildren visit. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Frank BRAY
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Nice
Well made, a mouse is seen somewhere and is adopted. He is tiny and has funny parents. Little children love it.
Published 10 months ago by Helen Hiscock
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HILARIOUS!!!!
STUART LITTLE is an absolutely hilarious kids classic film! I loved it! Some parts are scary, others are very interesting, and others are just awesome! Read more
Published on 3 May 2011 by G. Stephenson
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This is an excellent family film, cute and lovable stuart is great and we all love watching it as a family. My youngest who is 4 watches it time and time again and never tires. Read more
Published on 4 Aug 2010 by bruce
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The Magic of Stuart Little
This is definitely a film to bring a smile to your face. The dialogue is great, the figures are amazing.
It carries a much needed message of love and caring. Read more
It carries a much needed message of love and caring. Read more
Published on 9 Oct 2009 by Margaret Mercier
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