Goodbye Christopher Robin
Goodbye Christopher Robin

Goodbye Christopher Robin

2017Movie107 minEnglish

The behind the scenes story of the life of A.A. Milne and the creation of the Winnie the Pooh stories inspired by his son Christopher Robin.

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IMDb7.3/10
Rotten Tomatoes65%
Metacritic57
Google Users85%
Director: Simon CurtisGenres: Biography, Drama, Family

Plot Summary

The film tells the story of A.A. Milne, the creator of Winnie-the-Pooh, and his relationship with his son Christopher Robin. It explores how the beloved characters were inspired by Milne's family life and the impact of fame on their lives, particularly on young Christopher Robin.

Critical Reception

Goodbye Christopher Robin received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its heartfelt performances, emotional depth, and poignant exploration of the relationship between a father and son. While some found it a bit sentimental, the overall consensus was that it was a moving and well-crafted biopic.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its sensitive portrayal of the Milne family and the creation of Winnie-the-Pooh.
  • Domhnall Gleeson and Margot Robbie were lauded for their performances as A.A. Milne and Daphne Milne.
  • Some critics found the film's emotional arc a bit predictable or overly sentimental.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's touching story and emotional resonance, highlighting the performances and the nostalgic look at the origins of Winnie-the-Pooh. Many viewers found it to be a heartwarming and well-made drama.

Fun Fact

The film features a scene where the stuffed animals used to portray Winnie-the-Pooh, Piglet, Eeyore, and Kanga are shown. These original toys are now housed at the New York Public Library.

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Joe

Joe

Beautiful film! Very much in the style of Finding Neverland, but with a slightly more cynical edge, but still very sweet :) <3