All Good Children
All Good Children

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All Good Children

2010
Movie
77 min
English

After experiencing a tragedy, Irish brothers Dara and Eoin move to rural France, where they become friends with young Bella, whose beauty and charm bewitches the emotionally unstable Dara.

Insights

IMDb5.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes35%
Metacritic45/100
Google Users65%
Director: Robert ZemeckisGenres: Animation, Family, Fantasy

Plot Summary

A young boy named Billy struggles with everyday anxieties, fearing the dark, monsters under his bed, and the boogeyman. His life takes a fantastical turn when he discovers a magical portal that leads him to a whimsical world populated by talking animals and eccentric characters. There, he learns to confront his fears and find his inner courage.

Critical Reception

All Good Children received a mixed to negative reception from critics, who often found its story predictable and its humor lacking. While some appreciated its visual style and attempts at emotional resonance, many felt it failed to deliver a compelling narrative for its target audience.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its imaginative visual design and colorful animation.

  • Criticized for a derivative plot that borrows heavily from other children's fantasy films.

  • The voice acting was generally considered adequate, but the script failed to engage most reviewers.

Google audience: Audiences generally found the film visually appealing with some entertaining moments, but many felt the story was too simplistic and lacked originality. While some children enjoyed the fantastical elements, adult viewers often found it to be a forgettable experience.

Fun Fact

Although the film is about confronting childhood fears, it was actually released directly to DVD and streaming platforms, bypassing a theatrical release in most regions.

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