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Summary: My favorite childhood classic
Review: "A Little Princess" was my favorite book as a child, and I still find it enjoyable as an adult. It is a beautifully told story about a bright, imaginative little girl with a strong survival instinct. The plot and characters in the book are well-developed and come alive on the pages; Burnett's skill is such that I could feel the chill of midwinter England even in July in Texas! Sarah's tormentors are cruel and merciless, but she eventually triumphs over them. I was an abused child, and reading about Sarah's happy ending gave me hope that I would experience a happy ending, too. I highly recommend this book; not only is it entertaining, but it emphasizes the values of perserverance and loyalty, the importance of even small acts of kindness, and the joys and comforts to be gained from believing in oneself.
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Summary: a little princess
Review: "I am a Princess. All girls are. Even if they live in tiny old attics. Even if they live in rags. Even if they aren't pretty, or young, or smart, they're still princesses. All of us! Didn't your father ever tell you that? Didn't he?"
Well no. My Dad didn't call me a princess, and never will. But after seeing this movie, I was really beginning to wish I was. "A Little Princess" is quite simply amazing. It is the most magical family movie there is. I just can't recommend it high enough. I saw this at the movie theater, 7 times and it is quite easily my favorite film of all time.
Set in 1914, "A Little Princess" tells the story of a girl called Sara who goes to a strict boarding school while her father from England goes to fight the War. The school is run by a mean spirited head teacher called Miss Minchin. From the start, Miss Minchin is jealous of Sara who considers herself to be a princess. After all, her Papa has told her that she will always be his little princess. Despite the harshness of Miss Minchin, Sara continues to fill those around her with magic as she tells stories to them of a beautiful princess and her prince.
The emotion begins early in this movie, firstly being when Sara and her Papa say goodbye as he goes into war. Midway through the movie Sara hears that her Papa has been killed in battle. I have to say, when I watched this I was gone. Ok I wasn't gone yet, but I was holding the tears in. Actress Liesel Matthews who plays Sara is so genuine, and director Alfonso Cuaron definitely brings out the best in her. It is at the end which is complimented by the music of Patrick Doyle, that I really did feel a few tears going by my face. It happened just after Sara realized she may truly have lost her father forever.
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Summary: "All girls are princesses!"
Review: 'A Little Princess' tells the story of a young girl who must go to boarding school, after her father must do battle in World War 1.At first Sara finds it hard to fit in. But with a vivid imagination at story time, and some kind girls, she soon settles in. Written by the same author as 'The Secret Garden'. The reader and viewer know they are in for a special treat. Another one of my fovirites! I love the line that is the title of my review. Recommended for everyone!
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Summary: Oy! What a tear jerker.
Review: A beautiful film with a happy ending, but the effect on parents (makes 'em cry -- a lot) may be too intense for young children.
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Summary: This one's a keeper
Review: A beautifully crafted flick. Pure joy. One to watch again and again.
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Summary: A Little Princess-a beautiful film
Review: A client of mine turned me onto this film, and I think it's one of the most beautifully photographed films I've ever seen. The DVD package is simple, no booklet, no disc graphic, but I wasn't expecting to be blown away with a bunch of extras, although a couple of extras would have been nice. The disc comes in widescreen and full screen versions, as well as 3 trailers. So, I put the disc into my machine and enjoyed this beautiful film. The sound was remastered in Dolby Digital 5.1, and although this is not your shoot-em-up, explosive film that really takes advantage of 5.1, this film uses its surround elements quite nicely. Sometimes the vocals sound a little too tinny (too much treble), but overal the stereo separation and ambiance is soothing and pleasant. Picture quality is beautiful, with very rich color saturation and fine detail throughout the disc. This really is a beautiful looking film, and the DVD format unlocks the beautiful colors quite impressively. I recommend this film for those who appreciate beautiful cinematography, and for those in the mood for a non-violent family picture. If any Dads are reading this, and you have a young daughter (probably 8-12 years of age), she'll thank you for treating her to such a pleasant movie experience. Enjoy!
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Summary: A Little Princess
Review: A girl named Sara Crewe had a father that was going off to war. He left Sara at Miss Minchin's school for girls. Every one treated her like a little princess. Sara had beautiful dresses, her own bedroom, and a maid that waits on her.
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Summary: A Little Princess
Review: A girl named Sara Crewe had a father that was going off to war. He left Sara at Miss Minchin's school for girls. Everyone there treated her like a little princess. She had hr own bedroom, she had beautiful dresses, and a maid that waits on her. One day she hears that her father has supposably died in the war. Miss Minchin takes everything that Sara owns, and locks her in the attic. Sara is no longer a little princess, but a little poor girl.
I liked the book, because it was sad and very emotional,yet it was fun and interesting. I like how Sara is very imaginative, and that she has a very strong will. The book was very sad, and I like the plot. I like books that have many different emotions, and A Little Princess had them all.
My favorite part of the book was when Sara found her dad, and he didn't remember her. Even though it was really sad I liked it the best. Her father had a cuncusion, and forgot practically everything, plus his daughter. That part made me cry, which I usually never do. Ovrall I liked the book A Little Princess, and I recomend it to all the readers out there.
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Summary: An enchanting story with solid charaters.
Review: A Liitle Princess,what a book!I'd like to praise Frances Hodgson Burnett for such an accomplishment for writing a story filled with wonders. The character of Sara is wonderful,a rich little girl turned into a poo little girl & survives everything she goes through,& makes others survive too. I really liked all the imagination used in this book.So all book lovers,ATTENTION!!This's a book which i recommend you to read,really.
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Summary: A Little Princess
Review: A Little Princess had a lot of detail and excitement. The details made me imagine all of the wonderful places and characters in my head. I couldn't put the book down for a minute. There was always something new happening and I wanted to know what would happen next. I would recommend this book to anyone who loves princesses and a book that pulls you in right from the beginning. A Little Princess is one of my favorite books and I hope it will turn out to be your favorite book too, when you read it.
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