The Borrowers
The Borrowers

The Borrowers

2011Movie90 minEnglish

Family adventure based on Mary Norton's classic children's books about a race of tiny people who live under the floorboards, resourcefully surviving by borrowing bits and pieces from the large residents who dwell above. After being discovered by 'human beans', borrower Arrietty and her parents are forced to leave their home while attempting to evade the clutches of obsessive scientist Professor Mildeye.

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IMDb5.6/10
Rotten Tomatoes57%
Metacritic55/100
Google Users60%
Director: Tom HarperGenres: Family, Fantasy, Comedy

Plot Summary

In a world where tiny people known as Borrowers live secretly beneath the floorboards of ordinary homes, young Arrietty Clock and her family are forced to flee when their existence is discovered by the house's human inhabitants. They must find a new place to live before their way of life is completely destroyed.

Critical Reception

The 2011 adaptation of 'The Borrowers' received a mixed to positive reception, often praised for its visual charm and performances, particularly from the voice cast. Some critics found it to be a faithful and enjoyable adaptation for families, while others felt it lacked the magic of previous iterations or the original novels.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its charming visuals and the strong voice performances of its ensemble cast.
  • Appreciated as a family-friendly adaptation, though some found it to be less enchanting than prior versions.
  • Felt to be a competent but somewhat uninspired retelling of the classic tale.

Google audience: Audience reviews indicate a generally positive but not overwhelmingly enthusiastic response. Many viewers found the film to be a pleasant watch, especially for younger audiences, highlighting its visual appeal and family-friendly nature. However, some felt it didn't quite capture the wonder and depth of the original stories, leading to a decent but not outstanding reception.

Fun Fact

Despite being a British production, the film features a prominent American actor, Kiefer Sutherland, in a key role as the villainous lawyer, Mr. Pod.

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