Catch That Kid
Catch That Kid

Catch That Kid

2004Movie92 minEnglish

A determined twelve-year-old mountain climber takes drastic action to save her injured father by planning a high-stakes bank heist, using her skills and teamwork to navigate the challenge.

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IMDb5.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes34%
Metacritic45/100
Google Users70%
Director: Bart FreundlichGenres: Action, Adventure, Family, Comedy

Plot Summary

Maddy, a thrill-seeking 12-year-old, is devastated when her ski-loving mother dies in an accident. Her dream of becoming a professional skier is jeopardized when her father announces they will have to sell their home and move to Oklahoma. To prevent this, Maddy and her two best friends, Gus and Tino, plan to rob the local bank.

Critical Reception

Catch That Kid received generally mixed to negative reviews from critics, who found the premise somewhat implausible and its execution uneven. While the performances of the young cast were often praised, the film struggled to balance its action elements with its family-friendly tone. Audiences, however, found it to be an entertaining adventure, particularly for younger viewers.

What Reviewers Say

  • A charming but predictable family adventure with some exciting moments.
  • The young cast delivers energetic performances, but the plot strains credulity.
  • Ultimately a fun, if slightly nonsensical, heist film for kids.

Google audience: Audience reviews generally highlight the film's fun and engaging plot, particularly for younger viewers who appreciate the adventurous spirit and the cleverness of the heist. Some viewers found the story a bit silly or unrealistic, but overall, it was seen as an enjoyable family movie.

Fun Fact

Kristen Stewart, who plays Maddy, actually learned to ski for the role and performed many of her own stunts, though she was careful to avoid anything too dangerous.

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