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In the wake of his daughter's disappearance, a father wallowing in grief feeds his desire to find her with unusual methods.
A young girl named Alice, feeling like an outsider, discovers a magical world where she learns about self-acceptance and belonging. This modern interpretation of Lewis Carroll's classic tale explores themes of identity and finding one's place. Alice's journey through this whimsical land helps her understand that her uniqueness is her strength.
Critically, "Alice" (2005) received a mixed to negative reception. While some praised its attempt to bring a modern sensibility to the classic story and its visual elements, many critics found the narrative disjointed and the performances lacking. Audience reception was similarly divided, with some appreciating the fresh take and others finding it failed to capture the magic of the original.
Fails to capture the imaginative spirit of the source material.
Visuals are occasionally striking, but the story lacks coherence.
Performances are generally uninspired, leaving the film feeling hollow.
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The film's director, Andrew W. Marlowe, is also known for writing the screenplay for the "Air Force One" film.
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**A film with qualities, but it is almost unbearable to watch due to a slow pace that tires the public.** There are a lot of films about missing people, and even though the theme is not so common in Portuguese cinema, it is necessary to ...