GenXGirl’s Film Reviews

509 Films have been rated or reviewed by GenXGirl.

Chicken Little (2005): Cute little modern twist on the classic children's fable Henny Penny, with a message about courage – Don't be a chicken little. Don't be afraid. The sky is not falling. An engaging dialogue.
Racing Stripes (2005): Nicely told tale of a baby zebra named Stripes, who is accidentally abandoned by a traveling circus during a rainstorm. While nothing really unique, it's very humourous and family friendly.
Monster House (2006): Although no adults will believe them, three children realise a cranky old neighbour's house is really a monster. An exciting thrill–ride, which perfectly balances creepiness with humour so as not to spook younger viewers too much.
Hoodwinked! (2005): Nice modern spin on Little Red Riding Hood, these characters are very engaging and there's a clever snappy storyline that holds the attention span. No boring old–fashion Grannie in this version, that's for sure.
Barnyard (2006): While the farmer's away, the animals play/sing/dance – infact it's just one big all–out party until Otis steps in to run things. Certainly a little more risque than most family entertainment and likely to raise an eyebrow or two in places!
Alvin and the Chipmunks: The Squeakuel (2009): The Chipmunks enroll in school, and these rock–stars are faced with a set of new challenges including peer–pressure and girls.. the "Chipettes". An okay 'squeakuel', as good as the first, but they'd be hard pushed for a third one.
Alvin and the Chipmunks (2007): Thanks to a Christmas tree company chopping down their home, three little rockin' chipmunks make it big in LA with the help of rather self–absorbed and greedy manager. Not a laugh a minute, but still fun.
Happy Feet (2006): One dancing little penguin's quest to find love. Hard not to adore these fluffy balls of cuteness, and the lovely detailed animation does compensate for any lack of storyline. It truly is a boogie wonderland.
Grinch, The (2000): We learn exactly why the Grinch has such an aversion to the festive season, and it's difficult not to have a little sympathy. Nice Hollywood adaptation of this Christmas classic.
Elf (2003): An Elf on a mission to find his father, who happens to be anything but fatherly towards a fully–grown man in tights claiming to be from the North Pole. Some genuinely funny moments, amongst all the silliness.

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